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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Warning against using loud speakers without permission and at night
The district administration has warned against usage of the public address system without permission and banned cone speakers. In a statement, Collector V. P. Jeyaseelan has said that high decibel sound causes inconvenience to all living beings including humans. It includes noise pollution caused by industrial units that produce high decibel sound, vehicles and loudspeakers used during festivals. Industrial units use equipment to reduce noise pollution. However, loud speakers used during political meetings, festivals and celebrations organised by private individuals cause noise pollution that causes untold suffering to the elderly, students and patients. Hence, in order to regulate the usage of loudspeakers, it has been decided that permission must be obtained from the police to use the public address system in permitted places and at permitted timings with low decibel sound without causing hindrance to the people. Usage of loud speakers has been been prohibited between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Police will initiate criminal action against usage of loud speakers at night, without permission and usage of banned cone speakers. The public address system will be seized and action taken under the Public Health Act and Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.
Global News
3 days ago
- Business
- Global News
Manitoba Opposition Tories agree to speed passage of free trade bill before summer
Manitoba politicians reached a deal to speed passage of a free trade bill Monday, hours before the legislature was to break for the summer. More than 30 other bills were also set to be approved on the last day of the spring sitting. The trade bill, based on a deal with Ontario, would remove trade and labour barriers for some goods and services between Manitoba and other jurisdictions that pass similar laws. Other provinces have recently joined the effort, as part of a national plan to boost the economy and respond to tariffs imposed by the United States. The NDP government wanted the bill passed quickly, without public hearings that are normally mandatory in Manitoba, in time for July 1. The Opposition Progressive Conservatives initially rejected demands to quickly approve the bill and unsuccessfully proposed amendments they said would have broadened it. One Tory proposal would have reduced the number of provincial Crown corporations exempt from freer trade requirements. It was rejected by the NDP. Story continues below advertisement Tory Leader Obby Khan had also hoped for a compromise that would have seen the NDP agree to pass some Tory bills in exchange for fast-tracking the trade bill. He didn't get that promise, but agreed to pass the trade bill anyway. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'These are unprecedented times we are facing,' Khan told reporters Monday. 'Regardless of your political stripe, we must stand shoulder to shoulder against (U.S. President Donald) Trump's tariffs and for a stronger Canada.' Among the dozens of other bills headed to final approval Monday night was one to enact tax changes announced in the spring budget, including a change to personal income taxes that will no longer raise tax brackets in line with inflation. Another bill would add gender expression to the human rights code — a move that would include protections for people to be called by their preferred pronouns. The bill, similar to laws already in place in most other provinces, met with a mixture of praise and opposition at public hearings. Yet another bill would change highway traffic laws to impose new minimum distances for drivers to maintain when coming across snowplows and emergency vehicles. A change to the Public Health Act would eliminate the option of putting people with communicable diseases in jail, and divert them to a hospital or other health facility instead. Story continues below advertisement The Public School Act was amended to expand school nutrition programs across the province. 'We're incredibly proud of the work that we've done,' NDP house leader Nahanni Fontaine said. The government did not get all of its legislative agenda passed, however. The Tories used their right under house rules to hold back five bills for further debate when the legislature reconvenes in the fall. One bill includes several proposed changes to observances at schools. O Canada would have to be sung daily, and a little-used provision that required God Save the King to be played would be eliminated. The Tories said the bill would remove the royal anthem as an optional patriotic observance. Another bill held back until fall would lower political donation limits and require political parties to have a code of conduct for election advertising. A third bill would forbid liquor licences in urban convenience stores and gas stations — a move the Tories say will affect small businesses and customer choice in the few locations where such licences have been issued. The fall legislature sitting is scheduled to start Oct. 1.
Winnipeg Free Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
Manitoba Opposition Tories agree to speed passage of free trade bill before summer
WINNIPEG – Manitoba politicians reached a deal to speed passage of a free trade bill Monday, hours before the legislature was to break for the summer. More than 30 other bills were also set to be approved on the last day of the spring sitting. The trade bill, based on a deal with Ontario, would remove trade and labour barriers for some goods and services between Manitoba and other jurisdictions that pass similar laws. Other provinces have recently joined the effort, as part of a national plan to boost the economy and respond to tariffs imposed by the United States. The NDP government wanted the bill passed quickly, without public hearings that are normally mandatory in Manitoba, in time for July 1. The Opposition Progressive Conservatives initially rejected demands to quickly approve the bill and unsuccessfully proposed amendments they said would have broadened it. One Tory proposal would have reduced the number of provincial Crown corporations exempt from freer trade requirements. It was rejected by the NDP. Tory Leader Obby Khan had also hoped for a compromise that would have seen the NDP agree to pass some Tory bills in exchange for fast-tracking the trade bill. He didn't get that promise, but agreed to pass the trade bill anyway. 'These are unprecedented times we are facing,' Khan told reporters Monday. 'Regardless of your political stripe, we must stand shoulder to shoulder against (U.S. President Donald) Trump's tariffs and for a stronger Canada.' Among the dozens of other bills headed to final approval Monday night was one to add gender expression to the human rights code — a move that would include protections for people to be called by their preferred pronouns. The bill, similar to laws already in place in most other provinces, met with a mixture of praise and opposition at public hearings. Another bill would change highway traffic laws to impose new minimum distances for drivers to maintain when coming across snowplows and emergency vehicles. A change to the Public Health Act would eliminate the option of putting people with communicable diseases in jail, and divert them to a hospital or other health facility instead. The Public School Act was amended to expand school nutrition programs across the province. 'We're incredibly proud of the work that we've done,' NDP house leader Nahanni Fontaine said. The government did not get all of its legislative agenda passed, however. A bill to enact tax changes announced in the spring budget, including a change to personal income taxes that will no longer raise tax brackets in line with inflation, will not pass until after the legislature reconvenes in the fall. The Tories used their right under house rules to hold back five other bills for further debate when the legislature resumes. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. One bill includes several proposed changes to observances at schools. O Canada would have to be sung daily, and a little-used provision that required God Save the King to be played would be eliminated. The Tories said the bill would remove the royal anthem as an optional patriotic observance. Another bill held back until fall would lower political donation limits and require political parties to have a code of conduct for election advertising. A third bill would forbid liquor licences in urban convenience stores and gas stations — a move the Tories say will affect small businesses and customer choice in the few locations where such licences have been issued. The fall legislature sitting is scheduled to start Oct. 1. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025. Note to readers:This is a corrected story. A previous version said the government's budget implementation bill was set to pass before the summer break.
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Manitoba Opposition Tories agree to speed passage of free trade bill before summer
WINNIPEG - Manitoba politicians reached a deal to speed passage of a free trade bill Monday, hours before the legislature was to break for the summer. More than 30 other bills were also set to be approved on the last day of the spring sitting. The trade bill, based on a deal with Ontario, would remove trade and labour barriers for some goods and services between Manitoba and other jurisdictions that pass similar laws. Other provinces have recently joined the effort, as part of a national plan to boost the economy and respond to tariffs imposed by the United States. The NDP government wanted the bill passed quickly, without public hearings that are normally mandatory in Manitoba, in time for July 1. The Opposition Progressive Conservatives initially rejected demands to quickly approve the bill and unsuccessfully proposed amendments they said would have broadened it. One Tory proposal would have reduced the number of provincial Crown corporations exempt from freer trade requirements. It was rejected by the NDP. Tory Leader Obby Khan had also hoped for a compromise that would have seen the NDP agree to pass some Tory bills in exchange for fast-tracking the trade bill. He didn't get that promise, but agreed to pass the trade bill anyway. 'These are unprecedented times we are facing,' Khan told reporters Monday. 'Regardless of your political stripe, we must stand shoulder to shoulder against (U.S. President Donald) Trump's tariffs and for a stronger Canada.' Among the dozens of other bills headed to final approval Monday night was one to enact tax changes announced in the spring budget, including a change to personal income taxes that will no longer raise tax brackets in line with inflation. Another bill would add gender expression to the human rights code — a move that would include protections for people to be called by their preferred pronouns. The bill, similar to laws already in place in most other provinces, met with a mixture of praise and opposition at public hearings. Yet another bill would change highway traffic laws to impose new minimum distances for drivers to maintain when coming across snowplows and emergency vehicles. A change to the Public Health Act would eliminate the option of putting people with communicable diseases in jail, and divert them to a hospital or other health facility instead. The Public School Act was amended to expand school nutrition programs across the province. 'We're incredibly proud of the work that we've done,' NDP house leader Nahanni Fontaine said. The government did not get all of its legislative agenda passed, however. The Tories used their right under house rules to hold back five bills for further debate when the legislature reconvenes in the fall. One bill includes several proposed changes to observances at schools. O Canada would have to be sung daily, and a little-used provision that required God Save the King to be played would be eliminated. The Tories said the bill would remove the royal anthem as an optional patriotic observance. Another bill held back until fall would lower political donation limits and require political parties to have a code of conduct for election advertising. A third bill would forbid liquor licences in urban convenience stores and gas stations — a move the Tories say will affect small businesses and customer choice in the few locations where such licences have been issued. The fall legislature sitting is scheduled to start Oct. 1. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Manitoba Opposition Tories agree to speed passage of free trade bill before summer
WINNIPEG — Manitoba politicians reached a deal to speed passage of a free trade bill Monday, hours before the legislature was to break for the summer. More than 30 other bills were also set to be approved on the last day of the spring sitting. The trade bill, based on a deal with Ontario, would remove trade and labour barriers for some goods and services between Manitoba and other jurisdictions that pass similar laws. Other provinces have recently joined the effort, as part of a national plan to boost the economy and respond to tariffs imposed by the United States. The NDP government wanted the bill passed quickly, without public hearings that are normally mandatory in Manitoba, in time for July 1. The Opposition Progressive Conservatives initially rejected demands to quickly approve the bill and unsuccessfully proposed amendments they said would have broadened it. One Tory proposal would have reduced the number of provincial Crown corporations exempt from freer trade requirements. It was rejected by the NDP. Tory Leader Obby Khan had also hoped for a compromise that would have seen the NDP agree to pass some Tory bills in exchange for fast-tracking the trade bill. He didn't get that promise, but agreed to pass the trade bill anyway. "These are unprecedented times we are facing," Khan told reporters Monday. "Regardless of your political stripe, we must stand shoulder to shoulder against (U.S. President Donald) Trump's tariffs and for a stronger Canada." Among the dozens of other bills headed to final approval Monday night was one to enact tax changes announced in the spring budget, including a change to personal income taxes that will no longer raise tax brackets in line with inflation. Another bill would add gender expression to the human rights code — a move that would include protections for people to be called by their preferred pronouns. The bill, similar to laws already in place in most other provinces, met with a mixture of praise and opposition at public hearings. Yet another bill would change highway traffic laws to impose new minimum distances for drivers to maintain when coming across snowplows and emergency vehicles. A change to the Public Health Act would eliminate the option of putting people with communicable diseases in jail, and divert them to a hospital or other health facility instead. The Public School Act was amended to expand school nutrition programs across the province. "We're incredibly proud of the work that we've done," NDP house leader Nahanni Fontaine said. The government did not get all of its legislative agenda passed, however. The Tories used their right under house rules to hold back five bills for further debate when the legislature reconvenes in the fall. One bill includes several proposed changes to observances at schools. O Canada would have to be sung daily, and a little-used provision that required God Save the King to be played would be eliminated. The Tories said the bill would remove the royal anthem as an optional patriotic observance. Another bill held back until fall would lower political donation limits and require political parties to have a code of conduct for election advertising. A third bill would forbid liquor licences in urban convenience stores and gas stations — a move the Tories say will affect small businesses and customer choice in the few locations where such licences have been issued. The fall legislature sitting is scheduled to start Oct. 1. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025. Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press Sign in to access your portfolio
