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Time of India
8 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Faced with hardships, widows in Palamu seek wings to fly
1 2 Daltonganj: In the heart of Daltonganj, a poignant gathering unfolded, echoing the silent cries and resilient hopes of many who have walked the path of loss. The air was thick with emotion as stories of heartache and strength intertwined, painting a vivid tapestry of the struggles faced by widows in a society that often turns a blind eye. Among them was Shobha Kumari, whose voice trembled with the weight of her plea, a mother yearning for her children, a woman seeking justice in a world that branded her unjustly. On Monday, Daltonganj hosted an event to mark International Widows' Day, attended by govt officials and approximately 70 widows. The theme for this year, "Empower Her, From Loss to Leadership," the event aimed to provide a platform to widows to share their experiences and challenges. The event was organized by Avinash Dev under the banner of the social outfit, Pahal. Dev emphasised the importance of creating a space where widows could voice their stories and seek support. Shobha Kumari shared her harrowing experience of being ostracized by her family, highlighting the societal stigma that often accompanies widowhood. She appealed to the authorities for assistance in reuniting with her children, who are currently in the custody of her mother-in-law. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Alarma con cámara a precio especial en Entre Ríos (ver oferta) Verisure Alarma Empieza ahora Undo In response to her plea, officials assured that her case would be referred to the district legal services authority for further assistance. The event also highlighted success stories, such as that of Puja Kumari, who remarried and is now living a fulfilling life. District social welfare officer Neeta Chouhan said that the state govt offers a fiscal incentive of Rs 2 lakh to encourage the remarriage of widows. Five such cases were recorded across the district last year. Dev called on the state govt to increase the financial incentive for remarriage from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 4 lakh, aiming to provide greater support and opportunities for widows seeking to rebuild their lives.
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First Post
6 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
Pak Army Chief Asim Munir meets President Trump at White House after backing his Nobel Peace Prize bid
The White House confirmed that the meeting was arranged in response to Munir's public remarks praising Trump's role in de-escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed countries, according to a report read more Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir on Wednesday met US President Donald Trump at the White House in a rare high-level engagement, coming shortly after Munir publicly suggested that Trump be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. In a video posted on X by news agency ANI, Munir can be seen entering the White House along with some colleagues. #WATCH | Pakistan Army Chief, Asim Munir, reaches The White House in Washington, DC to meet the US President Donald Trump. — ANI (@ANI) June 18, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD White House spokesperson Anna Kelly said General Munir commended President Trump for helping prevent a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan during their brief military standoff in May. The White House confirmed that the meeting was arranged in response to Munir's public remarks praising Trump's role in de-escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed countries. The meeting comes hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a 35-minute phone call with President Trump and clarified that the ceasefire following the May 7-10 military standoff had been achieved through direct communication between the Indian and Pakistani militaries - not through any external mediation. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said PM Modi reaffirmed that India has never accepted, and will never accept, third-party involvement in its bilateral matters with Pakistan. Despite India's clear position, President Trump maintained that his intervention was pivotal. Speaking to reporters ahead of General Munir's visit, Trump said India and Pakistan were 'going at it' and credited his outreach with helping defuse the crisis. He praised both PM Modi and General Munir for their roles, but framed the resolution as a diplomatic success heavily shaped by the United States. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD VIDEO | Washington DC: On being asked about his meeting with Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir, US President Donald Trump (@POTUS) says, "I stopped the war between India and Pakistan. I love Pakistan, and Modi is a fantastic man. I spoke to him last night and we will make a trade… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 18, 2025 'I stopped the war between India and Pakistan. I love Pakistan, and Modi is a fantastic man. I spoke to him last night and we will make a trade deal with Modi of India. This man (Asim Munir) was extremely influential in stopping it from the Pakistani side and PM Modi from the Indian side. They (India and Pakistan) were going at it, and both are nuclear countries. I stopped a war between two major nations,' he said while addressing the reporters outside White House. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The four-day India-Pakistan conflict in early May followed the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK. Pakistan retaliated with attacks on civilian and military sites, all intercepted by Indian air defences. India has asserted that de-escalation occurred through established military backchannels, not third-party involvement. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri dismissed talk of a US-India trade dialogue or mediation during the standoff. While PM Modi and President Trump had planned to meet at the G7 Summit in Canada, the meeting was canceled due to Trump's early exit amid the Middle East crisis. Trump later invited Modi to visit the US, but the Prime Minister declined due to prior commitments, instead inviting Trump to attend the Quad summit in India later this year—an offer Trump accepted. With inputs from agencies
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
POCSO Act never meant to criminalise consensual relationships: Allahabad HC
The Allahabad high court observed that the Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, which was enacted to protect minors from sexual exploitation, has now become a tool for their exploitation. Stressing that the Act was never meant to criminalise consensual romantic relationships between adolescents, the bench of Justice Krishan Pahal said that the fact of a consensual relationship borne out of love should be considered while granting bail. Justice Pahal added that it would amount to perversity of justice if the statement of the victim was ignored and the accused was left to suffer in jail. The bench made these observations while granting bail to an 18-year-old boy, who was booked under sections 137(2), 87, 65(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and 3/4(2) of POCSO Act by the Chakiya police in Chandauli district for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl. The lawyer of accused Raj Sonkar, who was arrested in March this year, had submitted before the court that it was a case of consensual relationship and that there was no medical corroboration of the incident. The lawyer also contended that there was no criminal antecedent of the applicant and if he was released on bail, he would not misuse the liberty. Considering the facts and circumstances of the case, the evidence on record, and taking into consideration the inordinate delay of 15 days in registering the FIR and the absence of no medical corroboration of the incident, the court, in its order dated April 29, granted him bail without expressing any opinion on the merits of the case.
United News of India
06-05-2025
- United News of India
J&K: Army nabs PoK resident along LoC in Poonch
Jammu, May 6 (UNI) Alert troops of Indian Army on Tuesday nabbed a resident of Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir along the Line of Control in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. Official sources here said that a PoK resident, who identified himself as Waqas Ahmed, 26, resident of village Tarkhal, was taken into custody as he crossed over to this side from a forward village in the Chakan-Da-Bagh. 'No incriminating material or document was recovered from the possession of the intruder and as per preliminary investigation, it seems that he had inadvertently entered the Indian territory,' they said, adding that the matter is being investigated. Notably, the LoC is witnessing the ceasefire violation as Pakistan Army is resorting to unprovoked firing in the border villages of Jammu and Kashmir as tension escalated between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of April 22 Pahal terror attack.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When children from slums took stage & captivated audience
Nagpur: "Theatre allows us to express the unseen energies of the human mind while we enjoy the performance," said former divisional commissioner Anup Kumar, addressing a gathering that witnessed something extraordinary: A group of children from Nagpur's slums transforming streets into stages and spectators into believers. The Akkad Bakkad Slum Children's Theatre Festival , organised by Meraki Performing Arts Organisation , concluded this week with unforgettable performances by children from 'bastis' like Danteshwari and Pandharabodi. This unique event proved that creativity needs no polished floor or velvet curtain — just a voice, a story, and an audience willing to listen. Renowned literary figure Gyanranjan, editor of Pahal magazine, inaugurated the festival and reminded everyone, "Introducing theatre to children in their early years is a powerful step. Theatre is not just an art form, it is the art of living." Two hard-hitting street plays took centre stage — 'Arre Bap Re' and 'Kitaabon Se Dosti' — performed by children from Danteshwari and Pandharabodi slums. In their own dialect, with minimal props but maximum heart, the children highlighted environmental concerns and the transformative power of friendship with books. They urged their communities to befriend books, and dream despite the hardship. "These kids became storytellers of their own lives, they were not acting, they were inspiring," said Rupesh Pawar, director of the Meraki group. Organisers announced their intent to take this format to rural parts of Maharashtra, bringing child-centric theatre to more underprivileged communities. The event was made possible with support from Nagpur Municipal Corporation, Ajeet Gampawar, Suraj Parmar, Kamayani Mishra, Prashant Tambe, Sanjay Kumar, and Vikas Dubeywar. The Meraki team — Pushpak Bhat, Nikita Dhakulkar, Akshay Khobragade, Krishna Latta, Mayur Mankar, Swanand Kottewar, Shubham Shukla, Rajesh Bishnoi, and Sharan Pandey — worked tirelessly to shape the dreams of these young performers.
