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Time of India
26-06-2025
- Time of India
Engineer arrested for LLB student's hit-and-run death in Gurgaon
Gurgaon: Two days after a law student died and his friend suffered critical injuries when a car knocked them down as they stood near railing on the service lane of Delhi-Jaipur highway in the early hours of Tuesday, a civil engineer was arrested on Thursday. Mohit (31), an employee of a private company in the city, told police that he got drowsy while driving. He is staying at a PG facility in Sector 14. The student who died, Harsh Singhal (25), was a resident of Om Nagar colony. His friend Abhishek Kumar (23), who is from Shanti Nagar in Sector 11, is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Delhi. He was rushed to Safdarjung Hospital before being transferred to the private facility in Rohini for surgery, police said. You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida Harsh encountered Abhishek — an old friend — when he went to the eatery along with his neighbour Moksh. "The car struck them when they were standing near the railing along the highway near Hero Honda Chowk and talking to each other. The dhaba was crowded, so we were waiting for our turn," said Moksh, who was at the eatery, adding that despite attempts by bystanders to chase the car, the driver fled the spot. Police confirmed Mohit's arrest and recovery of the Skoda car bearing Hisar number HR 20AL 4127. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo "The accused, a graduate, was sleep-deprived. His family lives in Nurpur Bahora village, but he stays at the PG facility as he's working in the city," ASI Sandeep, a police spokesperson, said. Police said that Mohit lived in Hisar with his family before relocating to the city. An FIR was registered against Mohit under BNS sections 106 (causing death ) and 281 (rash and negligent driving) at the Sector 37 police station.
The Hindu
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Review of Ajita by K. Sridhar
There have always been rules in literature. Take poetry, for instance. A sonnet has 14 lines and a rhyme scheme. A haiku is 17 syllables arranged in three lines. But, Oulipo — meaning workshop of potential literature, from the French — takes this up a notch, using elaborate literary constraints for any form of writing, whether a detective novel or a poem. The formal experimentation in If on a winter's night a traveller by Italo Calvino is exhilarating as one is a reader reading a book about a reader reading a book. Raymond Queneau's Exercises in Style is a single story told 39 times, each in a different style. The intention of the Oulipo is not only formal but to liberate the story through such limits. And the magic of reading these texts is near-mathematically wondrous, like decoding a cryptic crossword as one is doing it. So, it is a rare and fresh surprise to encounter the novel Ajita by K. Sridhar, set firmly in what we might call an Indian past and present, that tells us that it takes its formal cues from the Oulipo movement. Set out in 26 sections, the novel is told from the perspective of two characters from different periods of time — the eponymous Ajita from the 5th century BCE, and Moksh from the 20th century. Each chapter is written without a letter of the alphabet, and expands the universe of our characters little by little. It is a fictional history that is ambitious in its scope, asking questions about ritual and tradition, ethics and morality, life and death, and politics and practice. The larger historical questions emerge from the inner lives of the characters and in dialogue with the people they encounter. Ajita is a Carvaka philosopher from the time of the Buddha and Mahavira, and Moksh is an academic steeped in Marxist tradition in a politically churning Mumbai of the 1980s and 90s. The novel as a character We watch the characters grow up and their questions are grand in scope: what makes humans different from ants? How does the individual cope with grief? We meet not only the fathers, mothers, teachers and lovers of our characters, but a wide cast of Vedic philosophers, Ajivikas, the Buddha, Dalit panthers, Mahayana Buddhists and trade union activists. While the novel succeeds in its experimentation and broad historical scope, the characters can tend to feel two dimensional and perfunctory. It barely passes the Bechdel test, with women characters existing merely to advance the plot or progress of the protagonists. But one could keep aside such critical concerns to applaud the freshness of this novel and its attempt to speak to a sweep of ideas and meet its formal restrictions with assurance and rigour. The novel grows more inventive as it gathers momentum, offering intertextual surprises and metafictional confidence, surreptitiously drawing the reader's attention to its form. It becomes a character in itself, interested in the ways in which Indian society has sought to order itself against orthodoxy and tradition. As it draws to a close, the novel recalls Doris Lessing's 'inner space fiction' of The Golden Notebook (1962), capturing both social reality and the psychic journey of individuals. It offers Indian fiction a refreshing new direction and conversation. The Mysuru-based writer and editor covers books, queerness, and mental health. Ajita K. Sridhar Westland ₹499
Indian Express
08-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Varanasi couple celebrates son's birthday aboard first Vande Bharat to Kashmir, sparks backlash: ‘No public decency'
A couple from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, celebrated their son's sixth birthday aboard Kashmir's first-ever Vande Bharat Express train on its inaugural run. Rakesh and Neha Jaiswal chose to celebrate the special day for their son, Moksh, while traveling through one of India's most historic rail routes, ANI reported. However, the incident did not sit well with social media users. The celebration took place as the train passed over the newly inaugurated Anji Khad Bridge, the tallest railway bridge in India. On June 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir, flagging it off from Jammu after the successful completion of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project. On the same day, another Vande Bharat service between Srinagar and Katra was also launched. Speaking to ANI, Rakesh said, 'It was a coincidence that it was our son's birthday the same day PM Modi was going to flag off this train. We thought we should celebrate our son's birthday on the first journey of this train so that his birthday becomes memorable for him.' Neha said, 'This is the best gift for our son… We made this plan because of PM Modi.' The viral video captures the celebration inside the train, young Moksh surrounded by his parents, cutting a birthday cake while fellow passengers join in with claps and cheers. Watch here: #WATCH | A couple, Rakesh and Neha Jaiswal from Varanasi, celebrate their son Moksh's sixth birthday inside Kashmir's first Vande Bharat express train, cutting the cake as the train reaches Anji Khad Bridge, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi yesterday. Rakesh Jaiswal says, 'It was… — ANI (@ANI) June 7, 2025 Several users criticised the incident over public decency and civic sense, with a user commenting, 'Train is not your party place, stop lighting candles. Keep the train clean, enjoy the journey instead of using it as your private property for doing party.' Another user wrote, 'There are solid reasons for which we get hate from other nations.' 'No public decency,' a third user reacted. 'Lighting matches inside a train??? Shouldn't they be punished too for that grave fault?' a fourth user commented.
NDTV
07-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Watch: Varanasi Family Celebrates Son's Birthday Aboard First Vande Bharat To Kashmir
In a heartwarming blend of travel and celebration, a family from Varanasi marked their son's sixth birthday with a cake-cutting ceremony aboard the inaugural Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir. The couple, Rakesh and Neha Jaiswal, surprised their son Moksh with a birthday bash on June 6 - the same day Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the first Vande Bharat service to the Valley, from Jammu, after the completion of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link. On the same day, he also flagged off another train from Srinagar to Katra. The celebration took place as the train crossed the iconic Anji Khad Bridge - India's highest railway bridge - making the moment even more special. "It was a coincidence that it was our son's birthday the same day PM Modi was going to flag off this train. We thought we should celebrate our son's birthday on the first journey of this train so that his birthday becomes memorable for him," Rakesh Jaiswal told ANI. His wife Neha Jaiswal added, "This is the best gift for our son... We made this plan because of PM Modi." A video shared by ANI shows the family clapping and cheering as Moksh cuts his birthday cake inside the train, surrounded by fellow passengers. Watch the video here: #WATCH | A couple, Rakesh and Neha Jaiswal from Varanasi, celebrate their son Moksh's sixth birthday inside Kashmir's first Vande Bharat express train, cutting the cake as the train reaches Anji Khad Bridge, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi yesterday. Rakesh Jaiswal says, "It was… — ANI (@ANI) June 7, 2025 The Vande Bharat Express now connects Katra in Jammu to Srinagar, significantly boosting rail connectivity in the region. About Kashmir Vande Bharat Express: Key Highlights Connects Srinagar to Katra via Banihal Operates six days a week (except Wednesdays) Specially built to withstand extreme cold, with features such as: Operation capability at -20 degree Celsius, with heated windscreens, air dryer system, thermally insulated washrooms, heated vacuum systems Equipped with modern passenger amenities, including fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic plug doors, CCTV surveillance Reduces travel time between Katra and Srinagar by 2-3 hours Kashmir Vande Bharat Express Timings: Srinagar to Katra: Katra to Srinagar: Departs at 2:55 PM Arrives in Srinagar at 5:53 PM
News18
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Varanasi Boy Celebrates His 6th Birthday On Kashmir Vande Bharat Express
Last Updated: A couple from Varanasi commemorated their son's sixth birthday aboard Kashmir's inaugural Vande Bharat Express by celebrating with a special cake-cutting ceremony. A couple from Varanasi found a heartwarming and adventurous way to celebrate their son's sixth birthday, onboard Kashmir's first-ever Vande Bharat Express. Rakesh and Neha Jaiswal marked the occasion with a cake-cutting ceremony alongside their son Moksh, right as the train crossed the breathtaking Anji Khad Bridge, India's tallest railway bridge. With the majestic mountains in the backdrop and the train journey adding a touch of thrill, the family turned a simple birthday into a once-in-a-lifetime memory. The Jaiswal family's celebration happened to coincide with a landmark moment for Kashmir. On June 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the region's first Vande Bharat Express, flagging it off from Jammu after the completion of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link—a major milestone in connecting the Valley to the rest of India. On the same day, he also flagged off another train from Srinagar to Katra, marking a new era of railway connectivity in the region. Speaking to ANI, Rakesh Jaiswal shared, 'It was purely a coincidence that our son's birthday fell on the same day Prime Minister Modi was set to flag off the train. We thought, why not make it extra special by celebrating his birthday on the very first journey of this historic train? It's a moment he'll remember for the rest of his life." His wife, Neha Jaiswal, added with emotion, 'This is the best gift we could give our son. Celebrating his birthday on this historic train journey felt truly special. We made this plan because of PM Modi—his initiative gave us this unforgettable opportunity." A video posted by ANI shows a joyful scene inside the Vande Bharat Express, where the Jaiswal family is seen celebrating with smiles and applause as their son Moksh cuts his birthday cake. Posted on June 7, the video has already garnered over 1 lakh views, drawing warm reactions from social media users. People flooded the comments with love and blessings for the family. One user wrote, 'Wow… kismet," while another simply commented, 'Great." A heartfelt message read, 'Happy Birthday to him. May he live a long, healthy, wealthy, and peaceful life." The Vande Bharat Express now links Jammu's Katra with Srinagar, representing a breakthrough in enhancing access to the Kashmir Valley. Previously, train services in the area were limited to routes between Banihal and Baramulla, north of Srinagar, and between Jammu, Udhampur, and Katra in the Jammu region. This new connection significantly improves travel options across the region.
