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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Time of India
Palakkad division RPF boosts passenger safety
Palakkad: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Palakkad railway division has apprehended 971 offenders so far this year, including trespassers, unauthorized passengers in reserved coaches and men found travelling in ladies' compartments. Offenders were caught during daily joint patrols by the RPF and Govt Railway Police (GRP) during peak hours. Surprise checks in ladies' coaches have also been intensified to curb nuisance by anti-social elements. The division also received 38 complaints through Rail Madad and other online platforms, which were promptly resolved, with offenders detained or arrested where required. To further strengthen women's safety, especially for solo travellers, Palakkad's division's RPF has rolled out a focused initiative under the programme Meri Saheli. Dedicated teams have been deployed at five major stations in Palakkad, Kannur, Kasaragod, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts. These teams identify women travelling alone, sensitise them on safety precautions and share important contact information, including the Rail Madad helpline (139) and grievance platforms such as Instagram and Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System, for immediate assistance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Europe Travel Hack That Saves You Hundreds on Trips! Learn More Undo Feedback and suggestions are regularly collected to improve the programme. A total of 64 women RPF personnel have been specially nominated for this mission. On average, 11 women staff attend designated trains each day, interacting with about 230 solo women passengers. In 2025 alone, the initiative has benefitted 37,276 women travellers and has received positive public response. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Hans India
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Bandi Sanjay reviews CIS' plan to rein in cybercrimes
Hyderabad/New Delhi: In a significant development in India's ongoing battle against cybercrime, Union Home Ministry officials have revealed that a staggering Rs 5,489 crore has been recovered from cyber fraudsters. The figure was disclosed during a detailed review of the Cyber and Information Security Division (CIS) by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, held at his office in the national capital on Monday. The minister's primary focus was on implementing victim-centric reforms. He emphasised the urgent need to simplify procedural rules to ensure that the recovered funds are returned swiftly to the victims of cyber fraud. To this end, he directed officials to prioritise these reforms and to deploy cyber commandos in high-priority cases to accelerate investigations and recovery. The review highlighted the crucial role of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), which acts as a central hub for cooperation between the Centre and the states in combating online threats. Officials briefed the minister on extensive measures that have led to the blocking of over 1.2 million fraudulent SIMs and mobile handsets, and the freezing of 1.33 million 'mule' bank accounts used to launder money. These efforts have also resulted in the interception of fraudulent transactions worth Rs 4,631 crore before the money could be siphoned off. The I4C ecosystem, as outlined by officials, comprises several key platforms and services, including the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP), the 1930 Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Monitoring System (CFCFRMS), and the Cyber Multi-Agency Centre (CyMAC). Training programmes have also been scaled up for police personnel, lawyers, and judges to enhance their capabilities. Minister Bandi Sanjay commended the Home Ministry's cyber defence efforts during high-profile national events such as the G-20 Summit and the launch of the Shri Ram Mandir, praising the Integrated Command and Control Centres that played a key role in thwarting cyberattacks. He stressed the need to enhance investigative capacity for Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) and called for a robust system for victim assistance, especially in cases targeting women and children. To further strengthen public engagement, the minister directed officials to launch awareness programmes in regional languages and to encourage citizens to report cybercrimes via the 1930 helpline and the portal. He also suggested that all states and union territories adopt an 'e-zero FIR' system, similar to the Delhi Police model, for faster registration of cybercrime complaints. This review marks a pivotal moment in India's evolving cybersecurity strategy, with a clear focus on victim support, proactive enforcement, and public awareness.
The Star
13-06-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Two die and four people are missing amid floods as Typhoon Wutip approaches Vietnam's coastline
Forecasts of Storm Wutip's trajectory, June 13, 2025. Photo courtesy of the Vietnam Disasters Monitoring System. - Vietnam News/ANN HANOI (Vietnam News/ANN): Two people in Hue were killed while four people in Quang Binh went missing amid raging floods on Friday as Typhoon Wutip triggered heavy rains across central Vietnam. In Quang Binh Province, a nighttime frog-hunting trip ended in tragedy when three people were swept away by sudden floodwaters around 1 a.m. Truong Thi Duc, 63, her younger sister Truong Thi Du, 59, and a neighbor were crossing a spillway bridge when a surge of water hit. The neighbour managed to cling to a tree branch and survive, but the two sisters were carried away and have not been found. Also on Friday morning, in Nhan Trach commune, Nguyen Van Chuc and his wife Truong Thi Ngan disappeared while collecting fishing nets along the Dinh River with their son. After the couple failed to return home by 6am, their son went back to search and found their empty wooden boat drifting alone. Authorities have since deployed boats and enlisted local help to scour the river and nearby coastline, but no trace of the couple has been found. In Thua Thien-Hue Province, two young brothers were killed while setting fish traps in a flooded rice field. Nguyen Viet Vinh, 24, and Nguyen Viet Anh, 22, were swept away by flash floods around 12:30 p.m. in Vinh Hung commune. After hours of searching, their bodies were recovered at around 3 p.m. According to local official Nguyen Quang Huy, neither of the brothers knew how to swim. As of 10am on Friday, Typhoon Wutip lay centered off the southwest coast of China's Hainan Island, packing sustained winds of 117 kph, according to Vietnam's National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting. Wutip is moving northwest at 10–15 kph and is expected to veer northeast toward Guangdong, China, after skimming past the Leizhou Peninsula. What's raising alarm is Wutip's unusual path. Instead of cutting across Hainan Island, the storm skirted its center, avoiding land friction and gaining strength over open waters. As a result, meteorologists warn the Gulf of Tonkin would face powerful winds and rough seas. By Saturday, Wutip is projected to maintain intensity before weakening over southern China by Sunday morning. The Japan Meteorological Agency and Hong Kong Observatory both forecast wind speeds of 108–110 kph as the storm crosses into the Gulf of Tonkin. From Friday afternoon, Vietnam's northern coastal provinces, including Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, Thai Binh and Nam Dinh, began experiencing gale-force winds and sea waves up to 4 meters. Island districts such as Co To and Bach Long Vi are on high alert for hazardous marine conditions. Tidal surges and high waves from Hai Phong to Nghe An could lead to localized flooding, especially in river mouths and low-lying areas. Even before reaching Vietnam's shores, Wutip wreaked havoc on Wednesday while lingering near the Paracel Islands, over 300 km from the coast. Heavy rains drenched central provinces from Quang Tri to Quang Nam, with Hue recording the most intense downpours. More than 58,000 hectares of crops have been damaged, mainly in Hue, Quang Nam and Quang Tri. At least 800 homes in Quang Nam and 80 in Da Nang were inundated, while key roads in Quang Binh, Quang Tri and Hue became impassable. Over 20 flights out of Da Nang Airport were delayed or canceled. Central provinces like Quang Binh and Hue are forecast to receive 50–100 mm of rain through Saturday, with localized totals possibly exceeding 200 mm. Additional rainfall of 20–40 mm is expected in southern Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Da Nang–Quang Nam, and northern parts of Kon Tum, with some areas seeing over 100 mm. - Vietnam News/ANN
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jerky and snack sticks recalled nationwide
(WJW) — More than 15,000 pounds of ready-to-eat jerky and snack stick products are being recalled due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the recalled products, made by Springville Meat & Cold Storage Co., Inc., contain anchovies, a known allergen that is not declared on the product label. Ground beef sold nationwide possibly contaminated with E. Coli According to FSIS, production observations by its inspectors revealed that anchovies were contained in the Worcestershire sauce used in the jerky and snack stick products. Worcestershire sauce without anchovies had been previously used. The recall includes a total of about 15,388 pounds of not only beef products, but venison, buffalo, and elk jerky as well. Here's what else to know: The affected items were produced from May 30, 2023, to May 30, 2025. They bear the establishment number 'EST. 20528' inside the USDA mark of inspection. They were shipped to retail locations nationwide. Below, you can view the multiple product labels and lot codes subject to the recall: Label Part 1 Label Part 2 Label Part 3 Label Part 4 Label Part 5 Lot Numbers So far, the FSIS said, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions related to these products. However, anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. Woman dies from brain-eating amoeba in tap water Consumers with food safety concerns can contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or email MPHotline@ Issues with a meat, poultry or egg product can be reported to the Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
