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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
SI paper leak case: Arrested candidates move HC for bail
Jaipur: The Rajasthan High Court Monday heard bail applications from 35 accused individuals arrested in the sub-inspector 2021 paper leak case. Some candidates sought bail to attend personal functions, including children's weddings, while a woman requested bail for medical attention due to her advanced pregnancy. Appearing before the vacation bench of Justice Anand Sharma, Monika, a probationer at the time of her arrest in March, argued through her counsel, Dharmendra Fageria, that she was six months pregnant and that she needed proper medical attention. According to SOG, Monika was charged with paying Rs 15 lakh to the paper leak kingpin and was arrested after she secured 34th rank in the SI recruitment exam. "We informed the court she is six months pregnant and needs proper medical care," Fageria said. However, the special public prosecutor, Anurag Sharma, objected and said she was already receiving medical attention in the jail hospital. Another petitoner, Sharvan Ram, sought bail to attend his son's wedding and his daughter's 'gauna' ceremony. Ram's daughter, Chanchal Bishnoi, was also accused in the case and is currently on bail. Sharma, however, countered the argument by telling the court that Sharvan Ram's son is a minor and cannot be married. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Don't Forget To Block Ads Before Monday Lifestyle Tech Tips Click Here Undo Other candidates also sought bail on various grounds, including citing instances of those already granted bail by the high court and Supreme Court in recent months. The court posted the next hearing date for July 2. Jaipur: The Rajasthan High Court Monday heard bail applications from 35 accused individuals arrested in the sub-inspector 2021 paper leak case. Some candidates sought bail to attend personal functions, including children's weddings, while a woman requested bail for medical attention due to her advanced pregnancy. Appearing before the vacation bench of Justice Anand Sharma, Monika, a probationer at the time of her arrest in March, argued through her counsel, Dharmendra Fageria, that she was six months pregnant and that she needed proper medical attention. According to SOG, Monika was charged with paying Rs 15 lakh to the paper leak kingpin and was arrested after she secured 34th rank in the SI recruitment exam. "We informed the court she is six months pregnant and needs proper medical care," Fageria said. However, the special public prosecutor, Anurag Sharma, objected and said she was already receiving medical attention in the jail hospital. Another petitoner, Sharvan Ram, sought bail to attend his son's wedding and his daughter's 'gauna' ceremony. Ram's daughter, Chanchal Bishnoi, was also accused in the case and is currently on bail. Sharma, however, countered the argument by telling the court that Sharvan Ram's son is a minor and cannot be married. Other candidates also sought bail on various grounds, including citing instances of those already granted bail by the high court and Supreme Court in recent months. The court posted the next hearing date for July 2.
Fibre2Fashion
27-05-2025
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
US tariffs not yet a disaster to worry about in Cambodia: TAFTAC
Reciprocal US tariffs have started affecting a bit production chains in Cambodia, but they are yet to turn a disaster to worry about, according to Kaing Monika, deputy secretary general of the Textile, Apparel, Footwear and Travel Goods Association in Cambodia (TAFTAC). 'There is definitely a panic, especially among the exporters here, as about 40 per cent of the Kingdom's exports go to the US,' Monika said addressing a forum on 'Cambodia's economy in the context of US reciprocal tariffs' at the Cambodia-Korea Cooperation Centre in Phnom Penh recently. Reciprocal US tariffs have started affecting a bit production chains in Cambodia, but they are yet to turn a disaster to worry about, says Kaing Monika, deputy secretary general of trade body TAFTAC. The Commerce Ministry feels diversification of export markets is the long-term solution and Cambodian goods have sufficient added value, even if the raw materials are sourced from other countries. Cambodian businesses are hopeful as the second round of negotiations between the two sides over reciprocal tariffs is set to start, he was cited as saying by a domestic media outlet. Penn Sovicheat, secretary of state and spokesman of the Commerce Ministry, said diversification of export markets remains the long-term solution. Regarding the origin of goods, Sovicheat said goods produced in Cambodia have sufficient added value to be considered Cambodian products, even if the raw materials are sourced from other countries. The principle of sufficient value-added is applied by the European Union and the United Kingdom to Cambodian goods and falls under the ASEAN cumulation principle, which considers goods as domestic if they use raw materials from countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and are fully produced with local labour, he added. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Teen operating crane runs over girl while busy on phone in Sohna
A 16-year-old boy who was operating a crane mowed down and killed a Class 12 student on Monday morning on the Sohna-Palwal Road (NH-919), police said, adding that the minor operating the crane did not spot the victim as he was using his cellphone. After the accident, the boy abandoned the crane and tried to flee but was chased and caught by bystanders and handed over to police. The victim was identified as Monika Kumari, 17, a resident of Kaliayaka village in Nuh who studied in a school in Sohna. The accused was employed by the crane owner a few months ago and was driving the crane towards Palwal when the accident occurred, said police. To be sure, it is illegal under the Motor Vehicles Act to give any vehicle to a minor, especially one such as a crane that requires special expertise to operate. 'The incident took place near the Silani bus stand between 8am and 8.15am. Every working day, Monika walked from her house in Nuh to the Silani bus stand from where she took a bus to her school in Sohna. On Monday, Monika avoided the footpath, which was heavily water logged after Sunday's rainfall and would have dirtied her school uniform, and was walking on the main road. She was then run over by the crane as its juvenile operator was busy on the phone,' said Jitender Kumar, assistant commissioner of police (Sohna). Locals who witnessed the scene raised the alarm, following which the boy abandoned the crane and tried to run away. He was chased and caught by locals, who called the police to the spot. Police registered a first information report at Sadar Sohna police station and booked the boy operating the crane and the crane owner under sections 106 (causing death by negligence) and 281 (rash driving) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. 'We have apprehended the boy. We will arrest the crane owner soon,' he added. After the accident, irate locals from Silani, Hasanpur and neighbouring villages gathered at the spot and launched a protest on the Sohna-Palwal road. They did not let police take away the body until 11am when senior police officers arrived on the scene and assured them that action would be taken against the accused. Police sent the girl's body for an autopsy. 'The victim's mother is a widow and we have assured locals that she will be compensated as per government rules and action will be taken against the crane owner. We recovered the girl's school bag from the scene and gave it to her mother,' said ACP Kumar.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
State's music struggles for recognition amid lack of promotion, resources
Ranchi: While Bhojpuri and Punjabi music continues to dominate playlists and social media reels across the globe, Jharkhand's rich musical heritage struggles to find a similar spotlight. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Despite having deep-rooted tribal and folk traditions, the state's music scene remains mostly confined to seasonal festivals, local events and on the fringes of digital platforms. Singers and music experts from the state say the reasons for this setback are manifold. Among them, poor presentation, language limitations, financial constraints and lack of promotional strategy are the biggest roadblocks preventing the state's music from reaching national or global audiences. Monika Mundu, a Nagpuri singer and practising since 1989, emphasises that even though the contents and melodies of the state songs are rich, the way they are packaged and presented remains outdated. "Our songs have the soul and stories, but they lack presentation. Today's generation connects with looks and sounds that are trendy. Unless we upgrade the production quality and visuals, we will stay behind. Our music evolved and is now gaining some national recognition, says Monika, who has sung songs like 'Ab Jago Jharkhandi' among others. According to Monika, most local artists in the state struggle to find producers, who are willing to invest in such enhancements, unlike Punjabi or Bhojpuri songs that invest heavily in high-quality videos, catchy choreography and promotional teasers. Other artists say the impediment is also because of the language factor as most tribal and regional songs from the state are composed in Nagpuri, Kurukh, Mundari, Kharia or Ho languages that are spoken primarily in the state or by small tribal populations in neighbouring regions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Suman Gari, a Nagpuri singer, says, "There's a beauty in our languages, but they are less understood, hence shared less. When people don't understand the lyrics, they move on. We need subtitles, translations and more fusion content to widen the appeal." The artists also highlight that while Bhojpuri and Punjabi singers easily get platforms through private music labels, most tribal singers in the state work without any organisational support. Manish Sony, another singer, says, "Finances are a constant hurdle. We can't even afford proper studio time or professional instruments. Most of us borrow, record at makeshift setups and release songs on YouTube without any ad support. How will we compete with Bhojpuri singers who spend lakhs on a single track?" Experts and cultural promoters also agree that the state lacks a defined ecosystem for the music industry. Sanjay Kumar, the owner of Runiya Prem Films Production, says, "There is no proper infrastructure, production house or marketing agencies dedicated to regional music. In the absence of these basic elements, most artists don't know how to promote themselves."
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Makeup, mayhem, slay: Unfiltered BTS deets from fashion weeks
From stories about the endless coffee runs, here's a sneak peek into the behind-the-scenes action at fashion shows The GRWM reels on social media may look interesting with over five changes in a couple of minutes, but doing that for ramp isn't that glamorous. For models doing it real time is exhausting. 'Getting ready is a chaotic, mechanical process. If we are doing it for fashion weeks (which are usually for the duration of 2-5 days), we actually feel like a robot. It is just 9am and I'm already on my third cup of black coffee,' shares Monika, a Delhi-based model. From stories about the endless coffee runs – here's a sneak peek into the behind-the-scenes action of organised chaos and lots of glam – at fashion shows. 'Changing our outfits and makeup becomes hectic but is also fun' 'Always remember the choreography' 'Changing our outfits and makeup becomes hectic but is also fun. Just before the show, there are butterflies in my stomach, each time, every time. Amid all the backstage hustle, the main thing is to remember the choreography,' says Anjali, a model. "It's extremely stressful, but in between shows, I try to find some peace and brace myself for the next showcase. The one thought I have in mind while walking the ramp is to show the designer's garment in the best light," adds Marcha Gonsalvez, a model. Sanea Sheikh gets ready for a fashion show finale Sanea Sheikh, a model, "The outcome drives me to deal with the chaos behind every walk. Once a model starts walking the ramp, the entire team's effort is on display. This industry has taught me to have patience. Even after years of grinding and waiting on makeup chairs for hours and numerous rehearsals, this organised chaos is all worth it - I love it. I don't depend on caffeine to keep me going!" Amid early call times, hardly any sleep, rehearsals, makeup & hairdo changes, it is my love for fashion and the ramp that keeps me going Reet Randhawa, a model Some listen to music, some chant - models share their mantra to keep calm 'No mantra to keep calm' 'There's no mantra to find composure amid the off-ramp drama, but I keep chanting to calm my nerves. I also look up to my seniors, who have been modelling for so many years,' says model Tamanna Katoch. 'After a long day of walking the ramp and after-party, models want their coffee to arrive as they sit on the chair in the makeup room. First show se pehle unki excitement dekhne wali hoti hai, they need their lipstick, liner and contour to be just perfect. By the end of the day, after changing outfits and looks multiple times, last show aane tak kehti hain, 'Bas jaldi se makeup kardo,'' says Sunita, a makeup artist. 'The makeup room is our hangout and chill zone, jahan sara gossip hota hai' Megha, a model, shares, "The makeup room is our hangout and chill zone, jahan sara gossip hota hai. Fashion show ke din, hum subah aate hain goggles laga kar baith jaate hain; only black coffee keeps me going before the first show. But as the day progresses, I become energetic and enjoy walking the ramp." Pics: Lokesh Kashyap One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
