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News18
3 days ago
- News18
Tillu Tajpuriya gang shooter arrested after encounter in Delhis Sarojini Nagar
New Delhi, Aug 5 (PTI) Delhi Police has arrested a member of Tillu Tajpuriya gang in Delhi's Sarojini Nagar after a brief exchange of fire, an official said on Wednesday. According to police, Manjit alias Dada was wanted in a murder case registered against him in Alipur. On Monday, the accused was arrested for killing Karan Thapa, a known associate of the rival Gogi gang, who was gunned down in Alipur on March 28, 2025. Based on inputs about Manjeet's movements police laid a trap in Sarojini Nagar. 'When the police team intercepted him, he tried to flee and opened fire. In retaliation, the team also fired a few rounds, leading to his capture," a senior police officer said. He said that no injuries were reported on either side during the encounter. A case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Arms Act has been registered and further investigation is underway. PTI SSJ SMV OZ OZ OZ view comments First Published: August 06, 2025, 16:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
20-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Meat to fish to dairy: A Barnala farmer's unconventional road to being a crorepati
For 51-year-old Manjit Singh from Alkara village in Barnala district, it has always been about believing in his roots. At a time when his peers were looking at jobs and avenues to reach foreign soil to earn some extra money and live a good life, he not only chose to stay closer home but also gained from tilling the right soil. 'I tell every farmer in Punjab that if you sincerely dedicate even four hours per day to your fields, you will never face losses. There will be no debt, and you'll never need to chase dollars abroad,' he says. Back in 1991, after completing his 10+2, Manjit opened a small medical store in his village. He ran it for four years, but his heart was with farming. At that time, his family owned around 2.5 killas (2.5 acres), which was not enough to make a decent living from conventional wheat and paddy cultivation. So, he took a bold step. He shut down the shop and converted his modest land into a fish pond. 'I worked very hard, spending all my time at the fish farm. I also started a small dairy and began leasing additional land for seasonal crops,' he recalls. What began as a small fish farming project gradually expanded into a thriving and diversified agricultural venture. Today, Manjit owns 13 acres, a dairy farm, a poultry farm, and leases an additional 60 acres annually at Rs 82,000 per acre, and earns over Rs 1 crore a year — net profit, after all expenses. But it's not just the scale that defines Manjit Singh's success, it's his focus on smart resource integration. In 2011, he ventured into poultry farming. 'The cost of fish feed was rising, so I decided to let nature help me,' he says. He began a poultry farm just in a corner of his fish farm using hen droppings as an organic feed source for the fish. 'My hens are raising my fishes,' he proudly adds. 'Their waste has replaced expensive fish feed — it's both efficient and organic —to a large extent.' Explaining the science behind it, Manjit says hens are typically fed a diet of corn, wheat, barley, soybean meal, and fish meal. Their droppings, rich in nutrients, promote the growth of algae in the pond, which becomes a natural food source for the fish. 'Also, any feed dropped undigested or spoiled by the hens often falls directly into the pond, where the fish consume it,' he says. His poultry shed, housing around 1,000 hens at any given time, is located right above the fish ponds. 'My fish pond has several varities of fishes which are in a great demand and I never found any marketting issue and similar is the case with my poultry farm. Around 1000 eggs are sold from here daily,' he says. In another smart innovation, the nutrient-rich fish pond water — about 15-20% of which is changed every few weeks — is used to irrigate his fields. 'This water not only saves me on irrigation costs but also acts as a natural fertilizer for the crops,' he explains. 'It's a complete system where everything supports everything else, and nothing goes to waste.' 'This integrated farming model — combining fish, poultry, and crop cultivation — has not only increased his productivity but also significantly reduced input costs,' said Rajinder Kaur, scientist with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Barnala, adding that Manjit's farm is a successful and sustainable example of integrated farming which made him a medium large farmers from a small farmer. Besides fish and poultry, which together bring in a profit of Rs 15 to Rs 20 lakh annually after expenses, Manjit also runs a dairy farm with over 20 buffaloes. The dairy contributes to an additional Rs 7–8 lakh to his income, further strengthening his diversified and resource-efficient approach to farming. In addition to livestock and fishery, Manjit cultivates three crops a year — Basmati/paddy, potatoes, and spring maize — on 70 acres, including 10 acres of his own. He pays an annual rent of Rs 49.2 lakh for the 60 acres he leases. After covering all input costs, his net profit from crop cultivation alone comes to around Rs 80-Rs 85 lakh annually. 'Farming has given me everything,' he says. 'From less than 3 acres, I now own 13 acres. It helped educate my children, both in India and abroad, gave me a palatial house, and kept me free of debt.' Manjit takes pride in being hands-on. 'Many farmers today don't step into their fields. They rely too much on others and end up in debt. I've never taken a loan. My hard work on a small piece of land brought me here.' Despite his financial success, he leads a simple, grounded life. 'I've never even seen Delhi, forget Canada. My Canada is right here — in these fields,' he says.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Fauja Singh's village mourns global icon's death, to be cremated in Beas on Sunday; 114-year-old marathoner remembered for his simplicity and philanthropy
Global celebrity Fauja Singh passed away in a hit-and-run. The 114-year-old marathoner will be cremated in his village, Beas Pind, on Sunday. The village mourns the loss of a man who predicted his value would be realized after his death. BEAS PIND (JALANDHAR): Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathoner, will be cremated in his village, Beas, on Sunday noon. The 114-year-old was a global celebrity but after his death in a hit-and-run , the sense of loss is deepening in the village and among those who knew him personally. Former panchayat member Manjit Singh told TOI on Thursday that Fauja Singh would occasionally tell his family and friends, "Mera mull mere jaan ton baad pata laggna (you will realise my worth after my death)." Village remembers big heart, kind words That has already come true. We were well aware of his celebrity status, even as he was of unassuming nature and would himself open a conversation with children in the village, but the way his death is getting attention and he took our village's name to the world, the sense of loss is getting bigger. He created history,' said Manjit. Fauja Singh's son, Harbinder Singh, a farmer, said: 'In India or abroad, if he received any money from any event where he was invited, he would donate it there itself or would give it to charity. He never brought this money to the family, and we were also happy about it. We would rather spend from our pocket on the car fuel to go to an event in Punjab, but we were very happy about him attending the events and inspiring people.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Turn Nervous Into Natural – Book a Free Demo Today Planet Spark Book Now Undo The family has a dhaba named after Fauja Singh's deceased son, Kuldeep Singh, across the highway in the land of their fields, where the iconic marathoner was going when he was hit on Monday afternoon. 'His family actively supported the farm movement, and they even gave Rs 50,000 when the farmers were sitting at the Delhi border. We knew of Fauja Singh's philanthropy as he would not take money from any event to his home but would spend it on charity,' said Harsurinder Singh, president of the Doaba Kisan Welfare Committee. He said his family had formed a family trust in his late wife Gian Kaur's name, and they would distribute books, notebooks, and uniforms to needy children in the govt primary school and govt secondary school in the village. 'He would address the children and motivate them to participate in sports and focus on studies,' Manjit said.
Forbes
20-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Why Personal Branding Is The New Business Branding
Nitin Gupta, founder of QRCodeChimp. He's a technology leader with over two decades of technology development and management experience. getty I met a young Punjabi entrepreneur at a networking event in San Francisco a few years ago. Let's say his name was Manjit. As startup founders, we bonded quickly. Manjit was looking for investments for his tech firm. He met every angel investor possible to hand over his visiting cards and deliver a well-rehearsed elevator pitch about his product. He was confident that his energetic pitch would land him the opportunity he sought. He ended the event with high hopes. The following year, I met Manjit again at the same event. He revealed that he was still looking for an investor. But this year, he approached them with a different plan. Instead of a pitch, Manjit had a story to tell—the problem he identified as an expat living in a foreign land, how his product would address it and how millions of expats would benefit from it, promising great ROI. Manjit's story worked—he secured seed funding, and I learned a valuable lesson: Personal branding is no longer optional; it has become the foundation of business branding. The modern customer craves authenticity. Many people want to know the stories and faces behind a company. According to Edelman's 2023 Trust Barometer, 63% of people trust their neighbors, while 48% trust CEOs. Often customers want to know what an individual says about a brand more than what the brand says about itself. Some entrepreneurs have even become household names because of their voice and presence, making them more relatable to the common person than their companies. Traditional branding, such as logos, colors and taglines, still matters. However, I've noticed that what attracts customers and builds trust with them is the human behind the brand. The short answer is: Emotion wins over noise. Most people don't want to hear sales pitches. However, people are constantly bombarded by social media ads, marketing emails and website pop-ups, almost exasperating them. Here, personal branding works like a fresh breath of air. When someone speaks, shares a personal anecdote, tells a story or admits to a mistake, people listen, relate and often connect emotionally. Personal branding allows people to see the human behind the brand. • The power of word-of-mouth marketing: Back in 2012, a Nielsen study found that 92% of consumers trusted earned media, including individual recommendations, over brand messaging. Fast-forward to today, and much of that trust has shifted to social media influencers and vocal business leaders who shape opinions and drive purchasing decisions. • Relatability: The efficacy of a human connection is undeniable. When someone hears an entrepreneur talk about dreams, aspirations or failures, they can often instantly relate to the situations—a feat an inanimate object like a corporate brand can't achieve easily. • Engagement: Personal stories on LinkedIn and other social media platforms often see higher engagement than brand posts. Why? They feel real and build trust, encouraging people to buy from you, recommend you and invest in you. • Relevance: Personal branding keeps you visible. When you consistently express your opinion on various trending topics in addition to your business, you stay relevant (so does your brand). • Legacy: Your personal brand stays with you. Unlike businesses, which can grow, evolve or fail, your words, reputation and presence remain. I think Elon Musk is a good example of personal branding. Many people associate his personality, unfiltered views and futuristic vision directly with his companies like Tesla and SpaceX. Meanwhile Richard Branson's adventurous, bold personality makes Virgin come across as approachable and daring to many people. In India, I think Anand Mahindra's personal brand as someone who's thoughtful, witty and socially conscious has enhanced Mahindra Group's global corporate image. And Ankur Warikoo built a massive audience by sharing personal stories, career lessons and failures. First things first, you don't need an avant-garde media team or to spend tons of money to build your personal brand. Here's how to do it instead: • Pick a platform: Identify your customer demographics and where they spend most of their time. It could be LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X or YouTube—or all of these. Start with one platform, be consistent, and scale as your audience grows. • Share your story: Talk about your journey—why did you start your business, and how are you addressing an issue? Talk about the challenges and the solutions. Trust me, people are more interested in listening to a story than reading product features. • Offer value: Teach and inspire people. Share lessons, mistakes, wins and insights. • Be real: Dare to be imperfect. Don't overthink. People typically connect more to real human personas rather than the sanitized versions. • Engage: Build a community. Start conversations and respond often. Reply to comments, and show support to people and causes. You might be wondering: "Is all this effort worth it?" Absolutely. It can shorten sales cycles because people already trust you. It can attract talent because people want to work "with" you, not just your company. It can open doors to speaking gigs, media coverage and partnerships. And it can make your business more resilient because your presence keeps your brand alive. Personal branding is not about ego. It's about connection. People want to know who you are, not just what you sell. As an entrepreneur, showing up as yourself can be your biggest differentiator. The world doesn't just need more products—it needs more people who are real, relatable and driven by purpose. So the next time you think of investing in your business brand, ask yourself—what am I doing to build my brand? Your face, your voice, your story—it's the brand people trust. Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders. Do I qualify?
Barnama
25-05-2025
- Barnama
From Notebooks To Whatsapp: The Evolving Challenges And Duties Of Modern Journalists
Not too long ago, journalists relied heavily on pens, notebooks, and voice recorders. However, the technological boom has relegated these time-honoured tools of the journalism trade into oblivion, as they are replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) and the WhatsApp mobile application. By Nur Afiradina Arshad IPOH, May 25 (Bernama) -- Not too long ago, journalists relied heavily on pens, notebooks, and voice recorders. However, the technological boom has relegated these time-honoured tools of the journalism trade into oblivion, as they are replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) and the WhatsApp mobile application. But does this convenience make the job easier, or is there a hidden cost behind the speed of technology? Manjit Kaur, 49, a journalist with The Star Perak bureau, remains loyal to her reporter's notebook and pen, jotting down every piece of information she gathers during speeches at events, press conferences, or court proceedings. Manjit, a journalist since 2000 who proudly wears the 'old school' label, said that using notebooks and pens has never been a barrier to writing fast, concise, and accurate news while acknowledging the need to adapt to change. "In the past, journalists used small mobile phones, making it difficult to file stories like we do now. We had to return to the office to finish our stories using black-screened computers with green or white fonts and no spell check to help us type accurately," she told Bernama when contacted. Manjit said that WhatsApp group chats have made obtaining information and facts about incidents such as accidents or crimes easier, adding that journalists only need to verify the authenticity with the relevant authorities, such as the police or fire department. "This technology helps prevent journalists from being scooped by other media outlets. In the past, we would only realise we had missed a story when reading the newspapers the next day," she added. According to Sinar Harian Perak bureau chief Saifullah Ahmad, 40, the main challenges journalists face today are securing credible sources and tackling the spread of fake news on social media, adding that when the public unethically shares content, journalists from legitimate organisations find it challenging to obtain reliable information.
