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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Book on history of policing in Rajasthan released at RPA
1 2 Jaipur: A book titled 'Police Itihas Ke Vatayan Se' (Police Through the Window of History), authored by Professor Dr Vikas Nautiyal, was released at Rajasthan Police Academy (RPA) Wednesday. The release was conducted by former BSF director-general ML Kumawat, RPA director S Sengathir, former IPS officer Hari Ram Meena, and historian Dr Kamal Nayan. Nautiyal said his aim was to build a bridge between the police establishment and academic discourse. The book traces the evolution of police from ancient times, and covers the colonial period in detail. It discusses the impact of the Police Act of 1861, the recommendations of the 1902 Police Commission, and various police manuals, on the princely states of Rajputana. Nautiyal said the book examins the role of police during colonial-era fairs, festivals, and civil unrest, alongside their positioning as a critical instrument of British control during India's national movement. Nautiyal noted that the book discusses two models of modern policing: one rooted in community-based practices, and the other shaped by colonial priorities. He emphasised the need to understand policing within its historical context. "We are not saying the British alone were responsible for shaping today's policing systems," he said.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Doon residents upset over lack of transparency in beautification projects
Dehradun: For over a month, beautification work has been underway at four major landmarks in Dehradun. However, many residents have expressed dissatisfaction at being excluded from the planning process once again. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Dehradun Smart City Limited (DSCL) is executing landscaping and beautification efforts at Dilaram Chowk, Clock Tower, Sai Mandir Chowk, and Kuthal Gate, in addition to drainage upgrades at ISBT. According to officials, the projects, estimated to cost Rs 10 crore, aim to transform available spaces with modular designs that not only enhance cleanliness but also attract tourists. Sources told TOI that these projects were assigned to DSCL to utilise leftover funds after the dissolution of Smart Cities Mission by March 31 this year. "Extensive beautification was already carried out just a year and a half ago for the Global Investors' Summit, costing taxpayers lakhs. Now we're starting from scratch again instead of maintaining existing work. This is a blatant misuse of resources," said social activist Anoop Nautiyal. He also criticised the lack of public engagement. "Citizen involvement was completely absent from the process. If plans were shared publicly, feedback and suggestions could be included. Lakhs were spent to build Brahmakamal Chowk, only to dismantle it later. The Clock Tower has undergone multiple redesigns in recent years. This culture of working in silos is disappointing, and authorities must change their mindset," Nautiyal added. Administrative officials, however, claim that the revamped landmarks will reflect local 'pahadi' aesthetics and will help streamline traffic with new slip roads and signals. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Most of the work will be done by the end of June," said DSCL ACEO Tirath Pal. The only major active Smart City project remaining in Dehradun after this is the Rs 206 crore Green Building initiative. Meanwhile, civic bodies also voiced concerns, particularly as the Clock Tower area falls under the jurisdiction of Dehradun Municipal Corporation (DMC). "Multiple agencies working independently often lead to coordination and maintenance issues, as we've seen with previous projects," said a senior DMC official, speaking on the condition of anonymity.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Time of India
Char Dham pilgrim footfall drops from 8 lakh to 5.5 lakh in first 12 days
Dehradun: Following the terror attack in Pahalgam, which triggered four days of hostilities between India and Pakistan tensions along the border, and inclement weather conditions have led to a significant drop in the number of pilgrims visiting the Char Dham shrines in the first 12 days of the 2025 yatra. While around 8 lakh devotees visited the four Himalayan shrines during the same period in 2024, the number has fallen to 5.5 lakh this Badrinath and Gangotri — both accessible by road — have seen a steeper decline in footfall. On May 11, Badrinath recorded 13,971 devotees, well below the usual numbers for this time of a shift from past trends, Yamunotri has seen higher turnout than Gangotri. Till May 11, Yamunotri had received 1.12 lakh pilgrims, compared to 94,251 at Gangotri. On May 11 alone, Yamunotri drew 10,773 devotees, while Gangotri saw 9, Kedarnath, the drop has been particularly stark. On the 10th day of the yatra in 2024, over 34,892 pilgrims had offered prayers, while this year the number stood at 20, activist and environmentalist Anoop Nautiyal attributed the decline to a combination of weather-related disruptions and border-related tensions. "A drop of over 2.5 lakh is significant. I expect the numbers to pick up in the latter half of May," he said. He added, "Rather than chasing numbers, the government should focus on environmental sustainability and managing overcrowding, especially in areas located above 3,000 metres."Nautiyal also called for setting and enforcing capacity limits for each of the Char Dham shrines to ensure safer and more sustainable pilgrimages.
CairoScene
09-05-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
MENA House's ‘Moghul Room' Just Got a New Chef
Chef Manoj Nautiyal is taking that restaurant's legacy and dialling it up. May 09, 2025 Moghul Room at Marriott Mena House knows how to set a scene: parquet floors, gilded chairs, and a straight shot of the Pyramids from your paneer. It's a Cairo classic, long celebrated for its legacy of authentic Indian cuisine - the kind steeped in tandoor smoke, tempered spices, and time-tested gravies that don't pander to the faint of palate. And now, Chef Manoj Nautiyal is taking that legacy and dialling it up. He's worked in kitchens across Delhi, Dubai, Nairobi, and Cairo. He's led brigades. He's served dignitaries. But more importantly, he's got an internal spice compass that doesn't miss. What he brings is refinement, not reinvention - a deeper precision to flavours that have always been at Moghul Room's core. The tandoor turns out char with real consequence. The gravies land with purpose - sour, heat, funk, fat. A new Lucknow-style lamb is simmered until it collapses; fish steeped in tamarind and coconut arrives glossy and bright. Even the dal - silky, earthy, impossible to stop eating - feels like it's had its technique tightened, not tampered with. In 2021, Nautiyal was formally recognized by the Egyptian Chefs Association - a tidy line for the CV. But the more convincing proof might be in the growing number of locals booking a second dinner.
CairoScene
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Chef Manoj Nautiyal Is Flipping the Script at Mena House's Moghul Room
He's led brigades. He's served dignitaries. But more importantly, he's got an internal spice compass that doesn't miss. May 09, 2025 The Moghul Room at Marriott Mena House knows how to set a scene: parquet floors, gilded chairs, and a straight shot of the Pyramids from your paneer. It's a Cairo classic, beloved more for its legacy than its seasoning - until now. Because Chef Manoj Nautiyal has entered the chat. He's worked in kitchens across Delhi, Dubai, Nairobi, and Cairo. He's led brigades. He's served dignitaries. But more importantly, he's got an internal spice compass that doesn't miss. Just a deep respect for what happens when ingredients are pushed to their best behavior. His arrival is recalibration. The tandoor is now turning out char with real consequence. The gravies land with purpose - sour, heat, funk, fat. A new Lucknow-style lamb is simmered until it collapses; fish steeped in tamarind and coconut arrives glossy and bright. Even the dal - silky, earthy, impossible to stop eating - feels like it's had its ego stripped and its technique tightened. In 2021, Nautiyal was formally recognized by the Egyptian Chefs Association - a tidy line for the CV. But the more convincing proof might be in the growing number of locals booking a second dinner. The ones who long ago filed the Moghul Room under 'only if we have guests.' There's heat in the kitchen again, and not just from the charcoal.
