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Time of India
19 hours ago
- Time of India
Garments market near Kunal Crossroads shut down after safety, encroachment concerns
Vadodara: The Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) on Saturday cleared out a long-standing traditional garments market near Kunal Crossroads in the city's western part. The move marked the end of a popular seasonal bazaar that had gradually turned into a year-round presence on plots owned by VMC and the Vadodara Urban Development Authority (VUDA). The market, once a hotspot for shoppers — especially during Navratri when garba revellers flocked in large numbers — came under scrutiny after residents from a nearby locality raised objections. The tipping point was an alleged incident of harassment involving youths from the market and a local girl. Originally set up as a temporary market during festive seasons, the stalls had become a permanent fixture. While shoppers from the western parts of the city initially relied on areas like Navabazar in the old city, the market near Kunal Crossroads had grown in popularity in recent years. BJP leader Rajesh Ayre took up the matter, citing illegal encroachment. The civic body's fire department also issued a notice, citing lack of fire safety measures despite high footfalls. Additionally, the Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (GETCO) raised objections, as part of the market was situated beneath high-tension power lines. Following a joint survey by VMC and VUDA, vendors were warned to vacate. On Saturday, when civic officials arrived to carry out the eviction, vendors resisted. "We paused the drive for an hour as the vendors wanted to make representations. However, they later demanded a 10-day postponement. Some women even lay in front of our machinery," said Mangesh Jaiswal, VMC's director of encroachment removal and security. Police were called in to assist, and the operation went ahead, resulting in the removal of approximately 100 vendors from the site.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Cash-strapped Maharashtra government OKs Rs 3,000 crore for temples, memorials
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, his deputies Shinde and Pawar, and others at the Ahilyadevi Holkar memorial in Chondi earlier this month MUMBAI: The cash-strapped Maharashtra government granted approval for plans worth Rs 2,954 crore for preservation and renovation of memorials and temples in the state on Wednesday. This includes clearance for a development plan worth Rs 681.3 crore for the preservation of the memorial to the 18th-century warrior queen Ahilyadevi Holkar at her birthplace in Chaundi village in Ahilyanagar. The project was announced at a cabinet meeting held at Ahilyanagar on May 6 and comes ahead of the ruler's 300th birth anniversary. The work is to be completed over the next three years. At the same cabinet meeting, development plans worth Rs 5,503 crore were cleared for seven major pilgrimage centres in the state. This included Rs 147.8 crore for Ashtavinayak temples, Rs 1,865 crore for the Tuljabhavani temple plan, Rs 259.6 crore for the Jyotiba temple plan, Rs 275 crore for the Trimbakeshwar temple plan, Rs 1,445 crore for the Mahalaxmi Mandir plan, and Rs 829 crore for the Mahurgad development plan. On Wednesday, the government gave administrative approval to four of the seven projects. This includes theRs 147.8 crore Ashtavinayak temples development plan, in which an expenditure of Rs 100 crore will be undertaken on the temples and an expense of Rs 47.4 crore has been approved for electrification, lighting, and architectural consultancy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Besides the renovation of the temples, the development plan is also aimed at boosting the civic facilities available to devotees. The Ashtavinayak temples are a key tourist attraction in the state. The same day, a govt resolution was issued approving the expense of Rs 1,865 crore for the development plan of the Tuljabhavani temple at Tuljapur. Devotees come throughout the year to pray at the temple, especially during the Navratri festival. The state has issued instructions to preserve the original style of the historical structures in the temple. The state also issued a govt resolution approving the development plan for Jyotiba temple at Kolhapur worth Rs 259.6 crore. This includes plans for the conservation and renovation of the temple as well as surrounding lakes. The project is supposed to be completed by March 31, 2027.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
My grandson has been named ‘Iraj': Lalu
Patna: A day after leader of opposition in the state assembly, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav , was blessed with a baby boy, RJD chief Lalu Prasad and his wife, Rabri Devi, named their grandson "Iraj". Tejashwi and his wife, Rajshree, however, named the baby "Iraj Lalu Yadav". Lalu, however, no longer uses his surname Yadav. The baby was born at a Kolkata hospital on Tuesday, which in Hinduism is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Tarun Kumar, former head of the Hindi department in Patna University, said the name 'Iraj' has Persian origin, meaning "shining like a sun". The name of the baby was announced by Lalu through his X handle on Wednesday. "So, our granddaughter Katyayani's little brother is named 'Iraj' by me and Rabri Devi," Lalu wrote in his social media post on Wednesday. Explaining the reason behind naming his grandson Iraj, Lalu said, "Katyayani was born on Katyayani Ashtami, the sixth day of auspicious Navratri and this little bundle of joy is born on Bajrang Bali Hanuman Ji's Mangal day of Tuesday, therefore naming him 'Iraj'." Thanking everyone for their best wishes and blessings, Lalu said that the newborn and his mother are doing well and in good health.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Lalu Yadav reveals the name of Tejashwi Yadav's newborn son
Lalu Prasad Yadav and his wife Rabri Devi named their grandson Iraj Lalu Yadav, a day after Tejashwi Yadav became a parent for the second time. Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of Opposition in the Bihar assembly, and his wife Rajshree were blessed with a baby boy at a private hospital in Kolkata, on Tuesday. Announcing the name on X, Prasad said, 'So our granddaughter Katyayani's little brother is named 'Iraj' by me and Rabri Devi. Tejashwi and Rajshree have given him a full name as 'Iraj Lalu Yadav'.' 'Katyayani was born on Katyayani Ashtami, the 6th day of auspicious Navratri and this little bundle of joy is born on Bajrang Bali Hanuman Ji's Mangal day of Tuesday, therefore naming him 'Iraj'. Thank you all for your best wishes and blessings! The newborn and his mother are doing well,' he added to his X post. A family member said that the baby was born at a private hospital in Kolkata, where Rajshree was admitted for the last few days. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee had also visited the hospital and met the family on Tuesday. Talking to reporters outside the hospital, Banerjee said, 'Lalu ji and Rabri ji are here and they are very happy". "I wish peace and happiness for the family of Tejashwi,' she added. With inputs from PTI
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Lalu, Rabri Devi name grandson 'Iraj', RJD chief explains significance
Patna (Bihar) [India], May 28 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday announced the name of his newborn grandson, sharing that he and his wife, Rabri Devi, have named him 'Iraj'. In a post on X, Lalu Prasad shared the joyous news. 'So our granddaughter Katyayani's little brother is named 'Iraj' by me and Rabri Devi. Tejashwi & Rajshree have given him the full name as 'Iraj Lalu Yadav',' he said. 'Katyayani was born on Katyayani Ashtami, the 6th day of auspicious Navratri and this little bundle of joy is born on Bajrang Bali Hanuman Ji's Mangal day of Tuesday, therfore naming him Iraj. (iraaj) Thank you all for your best wishes and blessings! The new born and his mother are doing well,' the post added. On Tuesday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee extended her warm wishes to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav and his family on the birth of his second child, a baby boy. Speaking to reporters in Kolkata, Banerjee expressed her happiness. 'Look at the happiness--he has had his first son in the family. May there be peace and happiness in his family and his child's life. This baby has come with good wishes,' she said. 'He sent me a message. They have been in touch from time to time. He sent me a message that the baby was born this morning,' she added. Tejashwi Yadav also spoke to reporters and thanked everyone for their support.'We are all delighted to welcome a new member into our family. I thank all the well-wishers, especially West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, for her wholehearted support and blessings,' said Tejashwi Yadav. He also shared a spiritual note on the occasion. 'Today is Lord Hanuman's day, and as a devotee of Lord Hanuman, this feels even more special,' he added. (ANI)
