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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Clamour intensifies against Waqf Amendment Act, protest in Hyderabad
Over 400 people, including women and children, gathered at Dharna Chowk, Indira Park, on Saturday afternoon to protest against the Waqf Amendment Act. The rally was organised by the Telangana Muslim Joint Action Committee (JAC). People took part in the protest by holding placards and listening to speeches conveying growing concerns over the Act. JAC convenor and Tehreek Muslim Shabban president Mohammed Mushtaq Malik criticised the 'systematic weakening of Muslim institutions' and urged political parties and civil society groups to support the resistance. The provisions of the new law would pave the way for a greater State control over religious endowments, he said. Describing the legislation as more far-reaching than earlier concerns over the CAA and NRC, Mr. Malik questioned the removal of community-specific safeguards and provisions allowing non-Muslim appointments to Waqf Boards. He also emphasised the need for the All India Muslim Personal Law Board to maintain political neutrality if it intends to lead a credible movement against the Act. Mahila Congress vice-president from Khairatabad Asma Ibrahim requested the public to participate in such marches to show their support against the law. 'The Modi government is after the Waqf Bill to target us. We should not let them do this discrimination to us. I request my fellow sisters to join us in this protest,' she said. Leaders from various political parties, including Congress, BRS, MBT and Telangana Jana Samithi, were present. Former PCC president V. Hanumantha Rao, former minister Mohammed Ali Shabbir, MBT president Majeedullah Khan Farhat, BRS leader Shaik Abdullah Sohail, former MP Aziz Pasha, MLC Kodandaram, Waqf Board chairman Syed Azmatullah Hussaini, and Haj Committee chairman Khusro Pasha Biyabani, took part. Central Zone police cordoned off the area with a 300-metre security perimeter to prevent any untoward incident.
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First Post
20-05-2025
- General
- First Post
How India's battle-ready T-72 tanks repelled Pakistan's attacks during Operation Sindoor
India deployed its T-72 Main Battle Tanks (MBT) during Operation Sindoor. The T-72 a Soviet-made battle tank designed by Uralvagonzavod. Manufactured by six countries including India, it is used by the armed forces of around three dozen nations including Russia, India, Iraq, Finland and Germany read more The T-72 tank is used by armies of over three dozen nations including Russia, India, Iraq, Yugoslavia and Finland. Reuters India used a number of arms and equipment to inflict damage on Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. India conducted a number of strikes on terror locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7. Now, it turns out, that India deployed its T-72 Main Battle Tanks (MBT) during the operation. But what do we know about the tanks? How were they used? Let's take a closer look What do we know about T-72 tanks? As per Financial Express, the T-72 (MBT) is a Soviet-made battle tank. Designed by Soviet firm Uralvagonzavod, it was first introduced in 1971. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As per it has its origins in the Russian main battle tank T-72A. The T-72 MBT was inducted by the Russian armed forces in 1984. As per The Tank the T-72 is one of the most widely used battle tanks across the world. Manufactured by six countries, it is used by the armed forces of around three dozen nations. This includes Russia, Yugoslavia, India, Iraq, Finland and Germany. As per the T-72 has one 125mm gun, one 7.62mm coaxial machine gun and one 12.7mm heavy machine gun. Weighing 44,500 kilos, it has a top speed of 60 kmph. It has an armour of 200 mm – which offers those inside greater protection. The tank has a range of around 500 kilometres. The modernized T-72 tank with additional armour. Image courtesy: Vitaly V. Kuzmin. Wikimedia Commons It is 9.53 metres long, 6.86 metres wide and 3.46 metres tall. It comes with fire control system, laser range-finder and NBC protection system. It can carry a three-man crew. It carries 44 rounds of 125 mm ammunition – of which 22 rounds are carried on an automatic loading carousel, as per Economic Times. As per the T-72 has been deployed in every major battle of the past two decades. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The T-72 is the mainstay of the Indian Army's tank fleet. In India, the T-72 is manufactured at Heavy Vehicles Factory in Chennai's Avadi. The Indian Army currently has around 2,500 such tanks fitted with 780 HP engines. As per Financial Express, the latest version of the T-72 features a Global Positioning System (GPS), Explosive Reactive Armour (ERA), and an Integrated Fire Detection and Suppression System (IFDSS). The tank is known for its ability to cross rivers, as per the newspaper. How were they used during Operation Sindoor? An army officer told NDTV that the tanks came all the way up to the Line of Control and took out specific targets . They were used to destroy any positions by which terrorists could enter India. 'We also hit enemy posts which were facilitating infiltration. We know which posts are used as bases for infiltration by the enemy. An informed call was taken – and the targets were hit,' the colonel, speaking on condition of anonymity, told NDTV. Though India and Pakistan have called a ceasefire, New Delhi has warned that any further terror attacks will be considered an 'act of war.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Ministry of Defence in 2025 signed a $248 million deal to buy 1,000 HP engines from Rosoboronexport. The new acquisition of 1,000 HP engines will replace engines of the existing fleet to 'enhance the battlefield mobility and offensive capability of the Indian Army', the ministry said in a statement. India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, bottom right, addresses a press conference after India struck multiple sites inside Pakistani-occupied Kashmir with missiles under Operation Sindoor, in New Delhi, India, on May 7, 2025. AP File The deal also included a Transfer of Technology (ToT) from Rosoboronexport to India's state-run Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (Heavy Vehicle Factory) under the Make in India initiative. The Indian defence ministry in 2023 had announced it would make nearly 600 indigenous tanks to replace its aging fleet of T-72s. India is the world's largest arms importer and Russia has been its top defence supplier for decades, although Moscow's ability to provide systems was damaged by its war in Ukraine, which has made New Delhi look more westward for suppliers. With inputs from agencies
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Étoile' Review: Luke Kirby and Charlotte Gainsbourg Anchor Amy Sherman-Palladino's Grand Dance Drama
Since 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' ended its 22-time Emmy-winning run in 2023, TV series have been awfully short on temperamental artists, fast-talking New Yorkers and whip-smart female characters. The new Prime Video series 'Étoile' boasts all of those things — plus pouty Parisians, complex choreography and the most leg warmers you've seen since the 1980s. For their much-anticipated follow-up to 'Maisel,' husband-wife writing-producing team Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino chose to leap into the rarified world of classical dance, spotlighting two fictional companies, the Metropolitan Ballet Theater in New York and Le Ballet National in Paris. Their anxious but charismatic leaders — Jack McMillan (Luke Kirby, an Emmy winner for his turn as controversial comedian Lenny Bruce on 'Maisel') and Geneviève Lavigne (French actress-singer Charlotte Gainsbourg, impossibly chic), respectively — agree to a single-year foreign-exchange, swapping their top artists — dancers, choreographers, conductors — in order to boost ticket sales and revitalize interest in a centuries-old art form. 'A lot of our dancers have abandoned toe shoes for TikTok, the dressing rooms are filled with screaming babies and asshole rescue dogs — a generation of young people was lost,' pleads Geneviève. But it's not as simple as coordinating a college semester abroad. The gifted but socially inept MBT choreographer Tobias Bell — played by Gideon Glick (Alfie the magician in 'Maisel'), also a story editor on the series — goes into a transatlantic tailspin without his toothpaste. The Paris-bound Mishi (Taïs Vinolo), daughter of the minister of culture, is labeled a 'knee-poh' baby. The 'étoile' — aka prima ballerina — whom Jack demands, Cheyenne (Lou de Laâge), is a generational dancer with a hurricane-like presence and hair-trigger temper. And MBT's aging artistic director, Nicholas (David Haig), spends an alarming amount of time talking about sex and drugs. The whole enterprise is funded by the Machiavellian billionaire benefactor Crispin Shamblee (impish British character actor Simon Callow), whose motives are as mysterious as his sources of income. Packed with terrific choreography by 'Maisel' alum Marguerite Derricks, the luxe-looking series — Season 1 comprises of eight hour-long episodes — is filmed on location at familiar, postcard-worthy locales: the Théâtre du Châtelet, Opéra Comique, Opéra national de Paris, Lincoln Center, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, P.J. Clarke's, et cetera. While a few actors have doubles — de Laâge's is Constance Duvernay, who's also part of the 'Étoile' MBT company — Vinolo, a French ballerina, does her own dancing. So does David Alvarez — a standout as Bernardo in Steven Spielberg's 'West Side Story' remake and an original star of Broadway's 'Billy Elliot' musical — as Gael, an MBT persona non grata who returns to partner with Cheyenne. Sharp-eyed dance enthusiasts will also spot Tiler Peck and Robbie Fairchild, current and former New York City Ballet principals, respectively, in recurring roles. Super-hot choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, whose pieces are actually performed in 'Étoile,' appears as himself in a couple late-season episodes. Speaking of appearances: Fans of Sherman-Palladino's 2000–2007 series 'Gilmore Girls' will be tickled to see Yanic Truesdale, that show's snippy French concierge Michel, as Geneviève's snippy French co-worker Raphaël; Dakin Matthews, Headmaster Charleston on 'GG,' as an MBT board member; and Kelly Bishop, the patrician Emily Gilmore, as Jack's mother, the patrician Clara McMillan. And who else remembers Bishop's and Sherman-Palladino's previous ballet-themed show, 'Bunheads' (2012–2013)? Fun fact: Long before she became an award-winning writer-director-producer, Sherman-Palladino was an aspiring dancer. If you've never seen 'Swan Lake' — or even 'Black Swan' — don't fret. If you don't know a plié from a pirouette, not to worry. 'Étoile' is about the people, not the bends, leaps and spins. 'Étoile' premieres Thursday, April 24, on Prime Video. The post 'Étoile' Review: Luke Kirby and Charlotte Gainsbourg Anchor Amy Sherman-Palladino's Grand Dance Drama appeared first on TheWrap.
Globe and Mail
13-02-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in Orlando
Orlando - Feb 12, 2025 - Midea Building Technologies (MBT) showcased its commitment to technology and sustainability at AHR 2025 in Orlando, with varies of innovative products and reliable solutions. Midea's presence at this leading global HVAC expo shows its advanced technology to increase product reliability, efficiency, and comfort while reducing carbon emissions. 20+ Years of Industry Experience to Provide Efficient Commercial HVAC Solutions With a legacy dating back to 1999, MBT has established itself as a pioneer in the HVAC industry. Its technological leadership is anchored in industry-leading innovations like VFD and full falling film heat-exchange technologies, alongside self-developed core components such as magnetic centrifugal compressor. Powered by Midea's robust IT platform, the M-BMS system integrates intelligent hardware management to deliver comprehensive cutting-edge HVAC solutions. Today, MBT's solutions can be found in diverse applications, from high-rise office buildings and complex venues to healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and major airports worldwide, like 2022 FIFA World Cap and 2022 Dubai Expo stadium, Beijing Daxing International Airport, China-Laos Railway, Kuala Lumpur Time Square, St. Regis Hotel & Resort in Dominican and many other notable projects. The company's commitment to quality is evidenced by its extensive network of over 100 specialized testing laboratories, strategically positioned to address various needs and scenarios. With 7 production bases globally, MBT ensures rapid delivery while maintaining exceptional quality through intelligent manufacturing processes that enable complete visualization and digitalization throughout the production cycle. Among the highlights at AHR 2025 is the revolutionary Aqua Thermal Super Commercial ATW Heat Pump. This state-of-the-art system features an advanced DC EVI Inverter compressor, delivering superior energy efficiency with quick start-up capabilities and minimal operational interruptions. The system's versatility is demonstrated through its impressive supply water temperature range of 14-158°F and remarkable heating capacity retention – maintaining 100% capacity at 32°F and at least 56% capacity at 5°F. It also can be matched with different kinds of terminals like fan cool unit, floor heating loop, water tank to meet the requirements of variety of scenarios. Moreover, by using R32 refrigerant with low GWP, this innovative products help to reduce ozone depletion risks. The V6 Heat Recovery VRF system showcases MBT's technological prowess with its inverter-driven enhanced vapor injection compressor technology, ensuring optimal performance in extreme climates. The system's specially engineered fan blade design achieves the perfect balance between efficient airflow and noise reduction. With the capability to combine outdoor modules up to 42 tons and accommodate up to 3,280 ft. of piping, it offers unparalleled flexibility for large-scale projects. Innovative Residential Solutions for Enhanced Comfort In the residential sector, MBT continues to push boundaries with products designed for optimal home comfort. The M-Thermal Arctic ATW Heat Pump stands out with its exceptional operating temperature range of -13°F to 149°F, maintaining full capacity at 14°F ambient temperature. Its advanced DHW pump function ensures instant hot water availability, while the disinfection feature maintains water temperatures between 140-160°F to eliminate harmful bacteria. The ESG-INV Pool Heat Pump exemplifies versatility with its multiple operating modes, including boost heating/cooling for enhanced performance -- no attenuation at 59°F compares with normal mode at 80.6°F -- and a silent mode that operates at noise levels lower than a mosquito's flight. The Atom X series VRF system demonstrates remarkable adaptability with its wide operating temperature range from -22°F for heating to 125°F for cooling, while maintaining eco-friendly operations with low GWP refrigerants. While space efficiency reaches new heights with the Atom T Mini VRF, which reduces installation space requirements by up to 50% through innovative design and simplified piping requirements. Integrated solutions for a more sustainable green future MBT's technological leadership is reinforced by its extensive research and development infrastructure, including advanced laboratory groups and six R&D centers all over the world. The company's global presence is supported by certifications from numerous international bodies and a comprehensive after-sales network spanning over 80 countries. The company's energy storage thermal management solutions showcase its commitment to sustainability, offering flexible options for various scenarios while ensuring reliable operation with high energy efficiency in challenging environments, from desert conditions to high-altitude locations and extremely cold climates. Looking ahead, MBT remains dedicated to delivering an effortless experience to clients, continuing to leverage technology for developing innovative and efficient HVAC products and solutions. The company's strong showing at AHR 2025 reinforces its position as a trustworthy partner in sustainable building technologies, committed to creating a more comfortable and environmentally conscious future. About MBT Midea Building Technologies (MBT), one of the five major business divisions of Midea Group, specializes in building products and services, with core businesses encompassing HVAC solutions, elevators, building control, and energy management. The company has established a global footprint with 6 innovation R&D centers and 7 manufacturing bases worldwide, accumulating over 7,000 authorized patents. MBT has successfully served over 100,000 major engineering projects globally across various sectors including real estate, infrastructure, public utilities, commercial services, and industrial production. Through digital and low-carbon technologies, MBT continues to drive industrial upgrading and green development in the building technology field. Media Contact Company Name: Midea Building Technologies Contact Person: Mia Ding Email: Send Email Country: China Website:
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in Orlando
Orlando, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - February 12, 2025) - Midea Building Technologies (MBT) showcased its commitment to technology and sustainability at AHR 2025 in Orlando, with varies of innovative products and reliable solutions. Midea's presence at this leading global HVAC expo shows its advanced technology to increase product reliability, efficiency, and comfort while reducing carbon emissions. Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in OrlandoTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: 20+ Years of Industry Experience to Provide Efficient Commercial HVAC Solutions With a legacy dating back to 1999, MBT has established itself as a pioneer in the HVAC industry. Its technological leadership is anchored in industry-leading innovations like VFD and full falling film heat-exchange technologies, alongside self-developed core components such as magnetic centrifugal compressor. Powered by Midea's robust IT platform, the M-BMS system integrates intelligent hardware management to deliver comprehensive cutting-edge HVAC solutions. Today, MBT's solutions can be found in diverse applications, from high-rise office buildings and complex venues to healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and major airports worldwide, like 2022 FIFA World Cap and 2022 Dubai Expo stadium, Beijing Daxing International Airport, China-Laos Railway, Kuala Lumpur Time Square, St. Regis Hotel & Resort in Dominican and many other notable projects. The company's commitment to quality is evidenced by its extensive network of over 100 specialized testing laboratories, strategically positioned to address various needs and scenarios. With 7 production bases globally, MBT ensures rapid delivery while maintaining exceptional quality through intelligent manufacturing processes that enable complete visualization and digitalization throughout the production cycle. Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in OrlandoTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Among the highlights at AHR 2025 is the revolutionary Aqua Thermal Super Commercial ATW Heat Pump. This state-of-the-art system features an advanced DC EVI Inverter compressor, delivering superior energy efficiency with quick start-up capabilities and minimal operational interruptions. The system's versatility is demonstrated through its impressive supply water temperature range of 14-158°F and remarkable heating capacity retention - maintaining 100% capacity at 32°F and at least 56% capacity at 5°F. It also can be matched with different kinds of terminals like fan cool unit, floor heating loop, water tank to meet the requirements of variety of scenarios. Moreover, by using R32 refrigerant with low GWP, this innovative products help to reduce ozone depletion risks. The V6 Heat Recovery VRF system showcases MBT's technological prowess with its inverter-driven enhanced vapor injection compressor technology, ensuring optimal performance in extreme climates. The system's specially engineered fan blade design achieves the perfect balance between efficient airflow and noise reduction. With the capability to combine outdoor modules up to 42 tons and accommodate up to 3,280 ft. of piping, it offers unparalleled flexibility for large-scale projects. Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in OrlandoTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Innovative Residential Solutions for Enhanced Comfort In the residential sector, MBT continues to push boundaries with products designed for optimal home comfort. The M-Thermal Arctic ATW Heat Pump stands out with its exceptional operating temperature range of -13°F to 149°F, maintaining full capacity at 14°F ambient temperature. Its advanced DHW pump function ensures instant hot water availability, while the disinfection feature maintains water temperatures between 140-160°F to eliminate harmful bacteria. The ESG-INV Pool Heat Pump exemplifies versatility with its multiple operating modes, including boost heating/cooling for enhanced performance -- no attenuation at 59°F compares with normal mode at 80.6°F -- and a silent mode that operates at noise levels lower than a mosquito's flight. Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in OrlandoTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: The Atom X series VRF system demonstrates remarkable adaptability with its wide operating temperature range from -22°F for heating to 125°F for cooling, while maintaining eco-friendly operations with low GWP refrigerants. While space efficiency reaches new heights with the Atom T Mini VRF, which reduces installation space requirements by up to 50% through innovative design and simplified piping requirements. Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in OrlandoTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Integrated solutions for a more sustainable green future MBT's technological leadership is reinforced by its extensive research and development infrastructure, including advanced laboratory groups and six R&D centers all over the world. The company's global presence is supported by certifications from numerous international bodies and a comprehensive after-sales network spanning over 80 countries. The company's energy storage thermal management solutions showcase its commitment to sustainability, offering flexible options for various scenarios while ensuring reliable operation with high energy efficiency in challenging environments, from desert conditions to high-altitude locations and extremely cold climates. Midea Building Technologies Showcases the Latest Sustainable Innovations at AHR in OrlandoTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Looking ahead, MBT remains dedicated to delivering an effortless experience to clients, continuing to leverage technology for developing innovative and efficient HVAC products and solutions. The company's strong showing at AHR 2025 reinforces its position as a trustworthy partner in sustainable building technologies, committed to creating a more comfortable and environmentally conscious future. About MBT Midea Building Technologies (MBT), one of the five major business divisions of Midea Group, specializes in building products and services, with core businesses encompassing HVAC solutions, elevators, building control, and energy management. The company has established a global footprint with 6 innovation R&D centers and 7 manufacturing bases worldwide, accumulating over 7,000 authorized patents. MBT has successfully served over 100,000 major engineering projects globally across various sectors including real estate, infrastructure, public utilities, commercial services, and industrial production. Through digital and low-carbon technologies, MBT continues to drive industrial upgrading and green development in the building technology field. Contact:Mia To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
