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New Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Not all farmers need to submit NOC for agri loans: Co-op dept
COIMBATORE: The registrar of Cooperative Societies has sent a circular to all joint registrars of district cooperative societies to follow the procedure implemented in the last financial year for providing crop and cattle maintenance loans from Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) to farmers. As per the circular, not all farmers will be asked to submit an NOC from banks. However, if there is any overlapping of Kisan Credit Card loans by farmers from banks, they will be asked to submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC), said a senior official from the cooperative societies. Earlier, a circular released on May 25 announced that the CIBIL score of farmers would be verified by the PACS upon application for crop loans. Similarly, the circular on June 6 stated that the department had announced that cattle farmers should obtain a third-party declaration from their respective Aavin milk societies or private dairies, based on their milk supply to either private entities or Aavin, for obtaining a cattle maintenance loan of Rs 18,600 from PACS. On July 17, the department again released a circular asking farmers to obtain an NOC from nationalised banks where they had obtained KCC loans. Farmers across TN strongly objected to the new procedures implemented for obtaining loans. They claimed that it would restrict them from obtaining crop and cattle loans from PACS. Meanwhile, registrar of Cooperative Societies, K Nandhakumar, has released a circular on July 28, instructing the joint registrars of each district to follow the procedures implemented last year. Farmers' associations have hailed the department's announcement. Farmers' objection Earlier, on July 17, the department had released a circular asking all state farmers to obtain a NOC from nationalised banks where they had obtained KCC loans. Farmers had strongly objected to the new procedures
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Why father's consent is mandatory for children to travel abroad from Kuwait
In Kuwait, minors cannot travel abroad without a father's written consent/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwaiti law mandates that fathers must give written consent before their minor children can travel abroad, regardless of who accompanies the child. Requirement applies to both Kuwaiti citizens and expatriate families, enforced at all departure points. Consent is obtained by signing an official form at the Passport Office or embassy. In father's absence, mothers may petition the Personal Status Court for a court-issued travel order. The rule aims to prevent child abduction and disputes arising from marital breakdowns. As of July 2025, both citizens and expatriates in Kuwait must now secure explicit written consent from the child's father before any minor under 21 can leave the country even if the child is accompanied by their mother or another guardian. The regulation, enforced by the Ministry of Interior through the Airport Passports Department, reflects Kuwait's legal framework prioritizing paternal guardianship and aims to avert unauthorized relocation and custody disputes amid marital discord. Legal Basis: Why Fathers' Consent is Required Under Kuwait's Personal Status Law, the father or male guardian is the default custodian and sponsor for children. Guardianship laws currently do not confer automatic travel permissions to mothers or other relatives, regardless of the child's age or citizenship status. This cultural and legal norm positions paternal authorization as a cornerstone of travel rights. The Ministry of Interior explicitly reinforced this in 2024 and 2025, stipulating that no expatriate child will be permitted to depart without the father's signed approval, even if travelling with the mother. The policy applies to all ports and checkpoints across Kuwait. Travel Authorization Process Fathers must appear in person at the Airport Passports Department—part of Kuwait's General Administration of Ports—holding their Civil ID and child's information. They must sign an official No Objection Certificate (NOC), which is the legally binding consent form recognized by immigration staff. Alternatively, consent can also be provided via a notarized embassy authorization: typically through translation or legalization services, particularly for expatriates. This is valid if processed at a recognized embassy or consular entity. Exceptions & Court Overrides If the father is absent, deceased, incapacitated, or refuses to sign the consent, the mother can petition the Personal Status Court in Kuwait. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Rates Undo The court evaluates travel requests based on the best interests of the child, and may authorize a one-time or permanent travel order. Courts occasionally issue temporary travel permits for emergency situations, medical needs, or educational opportunities. In recent months, there have been multiple reports of children refused boarding or denied exit at Kuwait International Airport due to missing or improper authorization. The Ministry emphasized that all legal formalities must be completed before departure, irrespective of parental relationship or sponsor status. Why It Matters Prevents International Disputes : By cementing paternal consent as mandatory, the system aims to avoid international child custody or abduction scenarios. Legal Consistency : Aligns travel policy with existing guardianship laws emphasizing the father's authority. Impact on Expat Family Planning : Particularly affects expatriate families where the father may be abroad—literally or legally—leading to added coordination. Gender & Mobility Restrictions : Although applied to both genders, in practice it disproportionately limits the autonomy of mothers and female relatives. Kuwait's firm enforcement of father-approved travel for minors marks a significant regulatory step aligning child departure policies with longstanding guardianship laws. While intended to reduce unauthorized travel and protect custody rights, the rule also reinforces paternal authority and adds procedural hurdles to family mobility. For expatriates and Kuwaiti families alike, navigating these requirements demands early planning, completion of legal formalities, and, when necessary, court intervention. FAQ 1. Is father's consent mandatory for a child to travel from Kuwait? Yes, written consent from the father is required for all minors under 21, even if traveling with their mother. 2. How can the father give consent? He must sign an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the Passport Office or through a notarized embassy letter. 3. What if the father is unavailable or refuses consent? The mother can apply to the Personal Status Court for a travel order. 4. Does this rule apply to expatriates too? Yes, the rule applies to both Kuwaiti and expat families without exception. 5. Can a child be stopped at the airport without consent? Yes, children without proper authorization are not allowed to leave Kuwait.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
No hydrants in Thiruvananthapuram city: Fire dept's alarming RTI reply
Thiruvananthapuram: A Right to Information (RTI) query filed by a city resident has revealed alarming lapses in Thiruvananthapuram city's fire safety infrastructure. In a written reply dated July 19, the fire and rescue services said that no fire hydrants have been installed anywhere in the city, and therefore, none are operational. More surprisingly, when asked who is responsible for maintaining fire hydrants, the department passed the buck to the Kerala Water Authority (KWA), stating that installation and upkeep do not fall under its purview. However, it turns out that many residential apartments in the city do have fire hydrants installed, as the city corporation mandates their presence before issuing a No Objection Certificate. In fact, fire officials themselves are often involved in inspecting these installations as part of the NOC process. The fact that the department's RTI response claimed there were no hydrants at all points to either a complete lack of internal coordination or a disturbingly casual approach to critical public safety infrastructure. However, there are no fire hydrants in public places, with the single exception of the one near the Secretariat. "Their reply shows a complete disconnect and apathy from those responsible for our safety," said KS Hemaraj, a resident of Kaimanam, who filed the RTI query. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo He had asked nine questions about hydrants in the city—including their number, locations, functionality, maintenance and any future plans—but received vague or inadequate responses. A senior Fire and Rescue Services officer, speaking anonymously, admitted the issue was serious. "Technically, hydrants are part of civic water infrastructure under the KWA. But during emergencies, we rely on them for immediate water access. The fact that there is only one operational public hydrant is a real concern. I will also verify why the fire and rescue officers gave such an irresponsible answer," he said. When contacted for clarification, a KWA official said: "We install fire hydrants only when requested by the fire and rescue services or the local body. In most cases, there is no formal communication or demand. Also, hydrants must be connected to adequate pipeline pressure, which needs planning and budget allocation," the official said.
News18
5 days ago
- News18
Civic engineer caught taking Rs 40,000 bribe in Thane district
Thane, Jul 25 (PTI) The Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested a 57-year-old assistant engineer from a civic body in Maharashtra's Thane district for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 40,000 concerning a petrol pump, an official said on Friday. Accused Ravindra Ahire from the Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation allegedly accepted the bribe to issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC) related to underground drainage clearance for the fuel station, the ACB official said. Deputy Superintendent of Police Anil Jaykar of ACB Thane said Ahire had demanded Rs 60,000 to issue the NOC, which is essential to start operations of a new petrol pump. After being alerted , the ACB laid a trap in Ahire's car on Thursday and caught him red-handed while accepting Rs 40,000 bribe, the official said. Ahire has been booked under the Prevention of Corruption Act, he added. PTI COR NR Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
‘Cricket gave him another chance': Sanjay Manjrekar says Karun Nair failed to grab opportunity after 'emotional story'
There have been quite a few murmurs of Karun Nair having possibly exhausted his last chance to have a decent run in the Indian Test team after he was dropped from the side for the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford. Nair's stellar performance in domestic cricket last year prompted his return to the Indian Test team after eight years. However, in the three Tests he has played this series, Nair managed scores of 0, 20 playing at No.6 in the first Test. He was then moved up to his preferred No.3 spot after Sudharsan was dropped but then only put up scores of 31, 26, 40 and 14. Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has now said that it is unfortunate that Nair couldn't grab the second chance he got in international cricket. 'It was an emotional story where he said, 'Cricket, give me another chance'. Cricket gave him another chance,' said Manjrekar on JioStar, referring to Nair's viral 'give me one more chance' tweet in December 2022. 'Unfortunately, he wasn't able to catch it. And, you know, we have Sai Sudarshan coming back. So that was the story. Good to see Sai Sudarshan back, because I thought he should have played the second test as well.' It had earlier looked like India would retain Karun for the Old Trafford Test, with Gill defending his the 33-year-old's poor returns in the pre-match press conference. 'We think Karun is batting well,' he said. 'The first match he didn't really play at his number (batted at 6). It's difficult when a player is making a comeback in a series like this, you know. But I don't think there's been any issue with his batting. Sometimes it's also about getting that click, you know. Once you're able to make your 50, then you're able to get back into your zone and get some big runs. Unfortunately, that hasn't happened for him so far.' Nair's performance in this series is a bit of a surprise considering he showed good form in the matches he played in England leading up to it. After a double century in Canterbury in a tour match, followed by a 40 in Northampton in the second pratice game, Karun got his chance to return to Test cricket after a long gap. In domestic cricket, Nair will return to Karnataka after a hiatus of three years for the upcoming domestic season after Vidarbha Cricket Association granted him the No Objection Certificate (NOC), reported PTI. Karun played a major role in Vidarbha's title-winning run in the 2024-25 season, scoring 863 runs at an average of 53 and he also made a hundred in the final against Kerala. He had a six-month streak where he scored 1,897 runs and nine centuries across formats for Vidarbha, concluding with a Ranji Trophy title.
