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India Today
19 hours ago
- General
- India Today
World Environment Day: How a UP woman is turning garbage into green gold
On World Environment Day 2025, as the world confronts the escalating crisis of plastic pollution, a remarkable story of grassroots transformation is unfolding in Basai Mohammadpur, a small village along the Yamuna in Uttar Niharika Verma, a former teacher and now Gram Pradhan, is leading a quiet revolution in climate action—turning her panchayat into a model for environmental stewardship and sustainable Niharika took office, she faced skepticism, with many villagers expecting her husband to act as the real leader. Defying these expectations, she asserted her authority and quickly set about addressing the village's chronic issues: waterlogging, clogged drains, and rampant plastic waste. Drawing on support from the Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen and technical training, Niharika introduced door-to-door waste collection using e-rickshaws, which played motivational songs each morning to encourage cleanliness and waste initiative, initially met with doubt, soon became a source of pride as villagers saw tangible improvements in their her leadership, Basai Mohammadpur installed five cemented community dustbins and established plastic waste banks across different wards, ensuring plastic was collected separately and sent for recycling. This approach aligned with Uttar Pradesh's plastic waste management guidelines, which emphasise segregation, recycling, and the reduction of single-use also launched a unique learning space at the Resource Recovery Centre, where villagers learned about composting and the environmental impact of plastic, fostering a sense of ownership and March 2024, the panchayat had earned 5,600 from selling recyclable waste and collected 3,000 in user fees—small sums that signaled a shift in mindset, with waste now seen as a resource rather than a further protect the Yamuna, Niharika oversaw the construction of seventy soak pits and upgraded drainage systems, preventing plastic and debris from polluting the efforts extended to sustainable agriculture, promoting vermicomposting and establishing a gaushala for stray cattle, which provided organic compost for local farmers. This not only improved soil health but also made the model economically inclusive approach empowered women and inspired neighboring villages, earning her the Ganga Samman award for river protection. Her story demonstrates that with determination and community engagement, even the smallest villages can lead the fight against plastic pollution—one dustbin, one compost pit, and one empowered leader at a Watch
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tom Cruise, Niharika NM's blockbuster moment at Mission: Impossible UK premiere
Indian content creator Niharika NM has achieved what many might deem to be an impossible mission- meeting Tom Cruise. The influencer stunned the internet as she was recently seen posing alongside Tom Cruise at the UK premiere of Mission Impossible : The Final Reckoning. Niharika penned a heartfelt note on social media about the surreal experience of meeting the global icon, leaving fans in awe. On Thursday, the UK premiere of Tom Cruise's upcoming film from the Mission Impossible franchise took place at the Leicester Square Garden, where Cruise, along with other cast members of the film, graced the event. Niharika NM was also present there. Niharika NM meets Tom Cruise On Friday, the influencer took to Instagram to share a video of her meeting the legendary global icon, Tom Cruise. The video captured her sharing an endearing moment with the 62-year-old actor. Niharika wore a beige gown with corset detailing, while Tom Cruise looked classy in an all-black suit. Cruise, being a chivalrous man, held Niharika's hand and helped her to the centre stage. Both of them were seen talking and posing for pictures. The video ended with Cruise helping Niharika back as she bid goodbye to the actor. Niharika NM's Heartfelt Note Sharing the video on Instagram, the influencer added the song Main Agar Kahoon from Om Shanti Om, perfectly describing the starstruck moment. 'This mission being possible has sent my soul into overdrive,' Niharika started her note, sharing that she was in awe of Tom Cruise and it would take her a century to reboot. She then went on to thank Cruise for making her dream come true. 'Thank you for making this dream that I didn't have the guts to dream come true,' she wrote. Live Events View this post on Instagram A post shared by Niharika Nm (@niharika_nm) About Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning This film marks the eighth and final part of the Mission Impossible franchise. The plot resumes two months after the incidents of Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning. This movie revolves around Ethan Hunt (played by Tom Cruise) as he continues his efforts to stop his adversary Gabriel (played by Esai Morales) from using a rogue AI called The Entity. The film premiered at this year's Cannes Film Festival and received a five-minute standing ovation. The film is set to be released in India on May 17 and globally on May 23. The film also stars Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames and Hayley Atwell.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
After losing dad, Niharika turned pain into purpose
Nagpur: Children often show indomitable courage in the face of adversity. Niharika Raju Sharma , a student of Centre Point School , Wardhaman Nagar, is one such inspiring sudden demise of her father in July due to a cardiac arrest during her Class 12 board exams shook her world. But instead of giving up, Niharika turned pain into purpose. Guided by her father's dream to see her succeed, she worked tirelessly and secured an impressive 70.4%."My Papa always wanted me to do well in studies. I kept remembering his words and worked hard," said Niharika, holding back in a joint family, she got emotional support from her mother Nisha, elder brother Nihar, and her uncles, aunts, and cousins. "They stood by me like a rock," she said. "I also thank my teachers and school for always encouraging me," she who scored her highest marks in English, dreams of becoming an engineer and has a special interest in Artificial Intelligence. "I want to do something big in AI and make my family proud," she said. Her journey reminds us that courage and family support can help overcome even the toughest trials.
News18
25-04-2025
- News18
'His Pakistani Bhabhi Too...': Bhopal Woman Says Husband, In-Laws Pressuring Her To Convert
Last Updated: Niharika, harassed by her husband Ghanim Ali and his family, approached Bhopal police again, alleging pressure to change faith, facing physical abuse and threats A love story that began with promise has taken a troubling turn, forcing a woman to approach a police station in Bhopal for the second time. Initially married to Ganim Ali, everything seemed well, but over time, her husband and in-laws began pressuring her to change her faith, with support from her Pakistani sister-in-law. Niharika first filed a complaint on May 31, 2024, against her husband and his family but retracted it the following day after they promised reconciliation—an agreement that remains unfulfilled. Frustrated and facing continued harassment, Niharika has now approached the police again, detailing the abuse she has suffered. In her renewed complaint, Niharika accused her husband, Ghanim Ali, his father Ghazanfar Ali, mother-in-law Saleka Ali, sister Uzma Ali, elder brother Ghazi Ali, and sister-in-law Sana Habib of pressuring her to change her faith. She claims she faced physical abuse for refusing and alleged that the issue of conversion was first raised by Sana Habib, who she suspects is linked to a religious conversion organisation. Niharika believes that questioning Sana could uncover the full extent of the conspiracy, noting that Sana is attempting to flee the country. Niharika also revealed that her in-laws threatened her family with physical harm if she pursued legal action, which led her to move to Delhi to stay with her younger sister. Despite the threats, she chose to file a complaint due to the ongoing harassment. Niharika has demanded the immediate seizure and investigation of the accused's mobile phones and called for strict legal action against them. First Published: April 25, 2025, 17:08 IST
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
It's not easy balancing my shooting schedule with studies, but I'm determined to do it: Niharika Chouksey
Niharika Chouksey juggles her acting career and Arts and IT graduation. She started early with ads and TV shows. Niharika is grateful for her success and her family's support. She is now preparing for her upcoming show, Tum Se Tum Tak, with Sharad Kelkar. Niharika Chouksey may be busy with her acting career , but is clear that she wants to complete her education as well. She says, 'I'm focusing on my graduation in Arts and IT. It's not easy balancing my shooting schedule with studies, but I'm determined to do it. My friends help me with notes and my college is also supportive.' Despite her busy schedule, Niharika says she doesn't feel like she's missing out. 'I've made friends in the industry itself, so I don't miss out on having a social life. Whenever we're free, we meet and have a good time.' The actress, who will be seen in the upcoming show, Tum Se Tum Tak along with Sharad Kelkar , started her career at 14 with doing Ads and TV shows. By the time she was 17, she landed a lead role in Faltu . She shares, 'I'm thankful to have bagged main roles in TV shows so early in my career, but I still have a long way to go. I'm happy to have fulfilled my dream of being a part of showbiz. My family shifted from Madhya Pradesh to Mumbai for my acting dream.' Reflecting on her career so far, Niharika acknowledges the unpredictable nature of the industry. The actress who has been part of shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai , Aaina and Faltu, says, 'It's disheartening when one show goes off air, especially when you work hard on it. But I've learnt that we have to go on. What happens to a show isn't in our control—we can only do our best.'
