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Time of India
30-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Admin activates 16 relief centres as Yamuna nears danger mark in Jalaun
1 2 Jhansi: As the Yamuna surged dangerously close to the red mark for the second day on Wednesday in Jalaun district, the administration moved swiftly to pre-empt any potential flood crisis. With the water level hitting 107.820 metres—surpassing the warning mark of 107 and nearing the 108-metre danger level—the district was put on high alert. District magistrate Rajesh Kumar Pandey, together with district officials, inspected several vulnerable villages such as Narol and Ninawali, interacted directly with residents to reassure them of safety and assistance. The team reviewed the arrangements at a relief centre at the Govt Industrial Training Institute in Rampura (Madhogarh), examining provisions for food supplies, healthcare, sanitation, and other essentials. In response to the rising threat, 16 flood relief centres have been activated across the district, catering to more than 1,150 residents from 11 flood-affected villages, including Padari, Raid Diwara, Gudha Khas, Urkarakala (Kalpi Tehsil), Ninawali Jagir, Kusepura, Kishanpura, Dikauli Jagir (Madhogarh Tehsil), and Shankarpur, Bhadeh, and Tikri (Jalaun Tehsil). Shelters are equipped with food, medical care, drinking water, and sanitary facilities, with additional provisions for animal welfare such as fodder, medicines, and vaccinations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like When Knee Pain Hits, Start Eating These Foods, and Feel Your Pain Go Away (It's Genius) Read More Undo To facilitate relief and evacuation, the authorities have deployed 36 small boats, 16 large boats, and 20 motorboats, alongside the SDRF team, which is conducting continuous patrolling and monitoring from active flood posts in villages. So far, no casualties—neither human nor animal—have been reported. The district officials affirmed that all departments remain on 24-hour alert with preparations in place to respond promptly to any escalation. "The administrative machinery is fully geared up to handle any emergency as the situation develops," stated district magistrate Pandey.
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Time of India
Interfaith marriages without religious conversion illegal: Alld HC
Prayagraj: The Allahabad high court ruled that interfaith marriages without religious conversion are illegal and refused to quash criminal proceedings against a man accused of marrying a minor at an Arya Samaj temple, reports Rajesh Kumar Pandey. The Allahabad High Court directed the state home secretary to investigate how Arya Samaj temples are issuing marriage certificates without following rules and submit a compliance report. The court declined to set aside the criminal proceedings against the man who married a minor after allegedly kidnapping her. In his order dated July 24, Justice Prasant Kumar made it clear that the investigation has to be made by an officer not below the rank of deputy commissioner of police. Before passing the above directions, the court found that the applicant and the victim belong to different religions. "There is averment in the application that they have solemnized marriage in Arya Samaj Mandir at Prayagraj. However, the same could not have been done without proper conversion as per the existing law," added the court. With these observations and directives, the court dismissed the petition filed by one Sonu alias Shahnur, who had moved the court to quash summoning order dated September 12, 2024 issued against him as well as the entire proceedings of criminal case going on against him under section 363 (punishment), 366 (kidnapping a woman to compel her to marry) 376 (rape) of IPC and sections 3/4 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (Pocso) Act at Nichlaul police station of Maharajganj district. During the course of hearing, the counsel for the applicant submitted that Shahnur had solemnized marriage with the victim on February 14, 2020. He further submitted that since the girl was minor, she was sent to Nari Niketan and when she became an adult, she started living with the applicant. On other hand, the government counsel submitted that the girl is minor as per her high school certificate and she could not have solemnized marriage with the applicant. He submitted that the applicant and the victim come from different religions, as such, their marriage cannot be considered valid until and unless proper conversion is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021. He further submitted that the marriage certificate has been issued by Arya Samaj Mandir, which seems to be a fabricated document. In support of his arguments, the state counsel quoted an earlier order passed by this court, in which the court pointed out that certain people who claim themselves of Arya Samaj and are getting marriages solemnized illegally with mala fide intentions without even verifying the age of the couple. The court will hear the case next on August 29.
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Give equal pay to all graduate trained middle school teachers: HC to govt
Patna: The Patna high court has directed the state govt to grant graduate-trained grade pay (Rs 11,000 per month) to all 'niyojit' trained and graduate teachers of middle schools, appointed between 2006 and 2012. The high court directed the additional chief secretary of the education department to complete the exercise of equalising the grade pay of all middle school 'niyojit' graduate teachers in Bihar within three months. Since the grade pay of graduate trained middle school 'niyojit' teachers was first introduced by the state govt by framing a new service conditions rules on April 3, 2012, many such eligible middle school teachers appointed prior to the date are being paid lesser than their colleagues. A single bench of justice Purnendu Singh while allowing a writ petition of one Rajesh Kumar Pandey delivered this judgment on Monday, a copy of which was uploaded on the HC websites on Tuesday evening. Justice Singh held such difference in salary for the middle school 'niyojit' teachers in Bihar as discriminatory and in violation of the fundamental rights guaranteed by the constitution of India.
Hans India
27-06-2025
- Hans India
DIG Suraj Pal Verma visits 212 and 217 Battalions in Kistaram Axis CG
Bhadrachalam: Suraj Pal Verma, Deputy Inspector General of Police (Ops Range Konta) and Rajesh Kumar Pandey, Deputy Inspector General of Police, visited the companies and field hospital of 212 and 217 Battalions of Kistaram Axis on Thursday. During their visit, the officers told the company personnel that the intensive operation of the force against the Naxalites in various anti-Naxal operations going on in Karaigutta and Chhattisgarh has created a frightening situation among the Naxalites and now they are trying to attack small contingents of the force and harm the force by planting IEDs. Apart from this, the Deputy Inspector General of Police also instructed the Company Commander to conduct intensive operations in his company's area of operation and to create mutual coordination among the villagers. He also discussed the issues related to the killing of innocent villagers and surrendered Naxals by the Naxals these days. He also informed them to take extra precautions to avoid poisonous snakes and insects in the area during the rainy season. On this occasion, Suraj Pal Verma also briefed the officers and all the company commanders that there should be more and more operations in this area during monsoon because the Directorate General has informed that Naxalites refresh their training during monsoon season and they should not be given a chance to refresh their training, and Naxalites should be kept away from the area. Apart from this, Suraj Pal Verma, Rajesh Kumar Pandey also inaugurated the hangar of mini switches at FoB Dubbamarka. On this occasion, Vijay Shankar, Commandant 217 Bn, Gajendra Bahadur Singh, Second Commanding Officer 212 Bn, Dinesh Kumar, Second Commanding Officer 212 Bn, Virendra Kumar, Second Commanding Officer 217 Bn and Gaurav Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commandant 212 Bn, besides subordinate officers and jawans were also present.
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Constitution has kept Indiaunited during crisis: CJI
'Courts Must Reach Out To Every Citizen In Need' Rajesh Kumar Pandey | tnn Prayagraj: The Constitution of India has ensured that whenever the country has faced a crisis, it has remained united and strong, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai said on Saturday. Justice Gavai was speaking at the inauguration of the new advocate chambers and a multi-level parking facility at Allahabad high court. This marked his first official engagement as the CJI. "When the Constitution was being drafted, some said it was too federal while some found it too unitary. Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar replied that the Constitution was neither wholly federal nor wholly unitary. But one thing I can tell you is that we have given a Constitution which will keep India united and strong both in times of peace and war," said the CJI, adding, "Whenever there has been a crisis in the country, it has remained united and strong. The credit for this should be given to the Constitution." Crediting the Constitution for guiding India on the path of development, Justice Gavai said, "We can see what is the condition of our neighbouring countries while India is making a journey towards development." In the 75-year journey of the Constitution, the legislature, executive and judiciary have contributed a lot in bringing social and economic equality, he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "It is our fundamental duty to reach out to the last citizen of this country who needs justice. Be it the legislature, executive or judiciary, everyone has to reach out to that citizen," the CJI told the gathering. Referring to the land reforms, he said some laws were brought under which land was taken from the landlord and given to the landless persons. "These laws were challenged from time to time. Before 1973, the Supreme Court's view was that if there is a conflict between the Directive Principles and the Fundamental Rights, then the Fundamental Rights will prevail." "However, in 1973, a 13-judge bench ruled that Parliament has the right to amend the Constitution and for this, it can amend the Fundamental Rights, but it does not have the right to change the basic structure of the Constitution," he said. The 1973 bench also stated that both the Fundamental Rights and the Directives Principles are the soul of the Constitution, said Justice Gavai. Justice Gavai also congratulated judicial officers involved in 'Operation Sindoor' and noted the significance of inaugurating the project on the birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar. "She was a pioneer in social welfare, and it is our constitutional duty to reach the last citizen. The bar and the bench must work in unison to move the chariot of justice forward. Today, the Allahabad High Court has set a shining example -- a true role model," he said. Allahabad HC Chief Justice Arun Bhansali in his welcome address said the newly constructed advocates' chambers and multi-level car parking building will redefine the working environment of this court. "It's not just the inauguration of a building but affirmation of our collective efforts to a stronger and more accessible system of justice," he said. Minister of State, Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal said one should learn from CM Yogi Adityanath how to complete projects quickly. He also praised the CM for the success of Maha Kumbh and said his work was appreciated all over the world. Supreme Court's Justice Vikram Nath said, "Lawyers used to face a lot of problems due to the limited number of chambers and the new building will provide AC chambers to lawyers where they can meet their clients and do their work." He further shared, "I was a member of the building committee of Allahabad HC and we were facing parking and chambers problems. Therefore, we decided to do something and this idea came up that by demolishing 12 official judges bunglow which was adjacent to High Court, we will get enough land to build chambers and parking for lawyers. So I am personally very happy with the completion of this project." Other apex court judges who attended the event included Justice Surya Kant, Justice JK Maheshwari, Justice Pankaj Mithal and Justice Manoj Mishra. The advocate general of UP Ajay Kumar Misra and president of high court bar association (HCBA) president Anil Tiwari were also present. Chairman of the building project committee, Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra, who is a senior high court judge, proposed a vote of thanks. BOX 'Allahabad HC name inscribed in golden letters' CJI BR Gavai described the Allahabad high court as a historic institution whose name is inscribed in "golden letters" in the judicial spectrum. "It is my good fortune that my first programme as CJI is at the Allahabad HC. I have a long-standing and close relationship with Prayagraj. When I joined the Supreme Court in 2019, I formed deep personal bonds with Justices Vineet Saran, Krishna Murari, and later, Vikram Nath," he said. He lauded the rich legacy of the city and the High Court, saying, "Allahabad is spoken of with immense respect. It has given the country stalwarts like Motilal Nehru and Jawaharlal Nehru, and literary legends such as Mahadevi Verma, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, Suryakant Tripathi 'Nirala', and Subhadra Kumari Chauhan. The nation also salutes the contribution of freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad, whose legacy lives on. " BOX 'I thank CM for commitment to judiciary, public' Praising the new infrastructure at Allahabad HC, Justice Gavai said, "The advocate chambers and multi-level parking facility are outstanding. As far as I know, no court in the world has a facility of this scale and quality. I thank Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for his commitment not only to judges and lawyers but also to the common citizen."
