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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
AR constable booked for biting man's thumb
Tirupati: The Veeraballi police in Kadapa district have booked a case against an armed reserve police constable, Veeraballi Venkateswarulu, who allegedly injured another man, V Vinod Kumar, and bit his thumb following a confrontation over a land dispute. The incident occurred when the long-standing land dispute between Venkateswarulu and Vinod Kumar resurfaced, leading to a heated altercation. During the altercation, both men attacked each other, and Venkateswarulu allegedly bit Vinod Kumar's left-hand thumb, causing injury. After complaints were lodged, the Veeraballi police, led by SI Narasimha Reddy, registered cases against both Venkateswarulu and Vinod Kumar. The police are now investigating the matter further to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and the extent of each party's culpability. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
India Today
a day ago
- Science
- India Today
Uttarkashi rescue: High-tech devices scan for humans trapped under feet of mud
Rescuers have turned to advanced detection equipment to find survivors in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi, where a devastating torrent of mudslide buried large parts of Dharali village under more than two storeys of debris earlier this road access, rough weather, and the massive spread of the mudslide — nearly 20 hectares — have made conventional search efforts painstakingly difficult and teams are deploying modern tools like Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Victim Locating Cameras (VLC), and Thermal Imaging Cameras to identify survivors, State Disaster Management Authority Secretary Vinod Kumar told India Today. Let's understand how these devices function and how they are useful in the Dharali rescue PENETRATING RADAR (GPR)Think of this device as a ground scanner. It sends radio waves into the ground or debris. When these waves hit materials of different densities, like a human body, metal, or concrete, they bounce back and are captured by GPR. The machine then shows an image or signal to indicate what's buried Dharali, it can detect people, vehicles, or large objects hidden under layers of mud and rock. It can work even when rescuers can't dig in right away and help target where to focus rescue efforts, thereby saving time and energy. VICTIM LOCATING CAMERA (VLC) With debris piled higher than two floors in some areas, VLCs can extend up to six metres into narrow gaps. Each unit has a camera with built-in lights, a visual display, and a two-way communication system, allowing rescuers to see, hear, and speak to survivors who may be buried deep inside collapsed can reach places too dangerous for rescuers to enter, allowing them to talk to survivors and check their IMAGING CAMERA Thermal cameras can detect infrared heat signatures emitted by living beings like humans and animals and convert them into a visible image. It is widely used in fire inspections and post-disaster searches like the one in Dharali, it is particularly useful as it can find people even in darkness or mud by detecting heat through thin layers of AN UPHILL TASKApart from civilian rescuers, more than 225 Indian Army personnel, including engineers, medical staff, and specialised rescue teams, are on the ground. Search-and-rescue dogs are also being used to support the high-tech equipment in locating missing estimated 100 people, including nine Army troops, are missing, and rescuers are racing against time to save any person who could still be alive in the worst-affected parts of 400 people, mostly tourists and pilgrims visiting Gangotri, were still to be rescued, as per the state government's assessment on Friday. Five deaths have been reported.- Ends
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
SHG women send rakhi to soldiers
Varanasi: The women from Son Chiraiya Self-Help Group and the Gulabo Mata SHG in Varanasi handed over a packet of rakhis to the Post Master General of Varanasi region, Colonel Vinod Kumar, on Thursday to be sent to soldiers stationed at various borders of the country. These women earn their livelihood through various organisations under the Deendayal Livelihood Scheme (Urban). Colonel Vinod said that last year only 3,000 rakhi envelopes were sold, but this year, over one lakh rakhi envelopes were purchased in just 15 days. He informed the SHGs about the savings schemes of the post office and insurance plans on the occasion. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
US tariff shock puts Indian MSMEs at risk, industry seeks govt support
MSMEs, which drive 45% of India's exports, warn of a $30 bn blow as US imposes steep tariffs; industry calls for urgent support and export market diversification New Delhi Listen to This Article India's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which contribute over 45 per cent to the country's outbound shipments, are facing major disruption following the United States' decision to impose a 50 per cent additional tariff on Indian exports. MSME industry bodies have raised an alarm over the deep impact and are seeking immediate government intervention. Vinod Kumar, President of the India SME Forum, said the steep tariff hike could lead to an annual loss of over $30 billion in business, with MSMEs hit hardest due to their limited financial buffers and capacity constraints.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
From Kannur looms to Prime Minister's wardrobe: handwoven Onakkodi heads to Delhi
Once again, the delicate threads of Kannur's legendary handloom tradition is travelling all the way to the national capital. This Onam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and seven Union Ministers will receive their Onakkodi, a ceremonial festive attire, woven in the heart of Kannur by the skilled hands of Loknath Weavers at Melechovva. The effort, guided by a team from the Directorate of Handloom and Textiles, involves the creation of nine unique kurta patterns - two contrasting colour designs for the Prime Minister and one each for the Ministers, including Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and Rajnath Singh. Each piece is about five metre long. The stitch kurtas will be prepared by a Hantex tailoring unit in Thiruvananthapuram, said P. Vinod Kumar, secretary, Loknath Weavers. 'This is the third year we are entrusted with this honour,' he said. 'In the first year, we were given the design to make. The second time, we got to select the fabric and pattern in consultation with a Hantex technical team. Likewise this year also. This time, we are making a unique fabric that requires much effort,' said A. Pavithran, president of Loknath Weavers. . He said they are creating the fabric for the Prime Minister using eight Raka (warp) and four Kalu (weft), which creates a twill weave with a diagonal line effect. 'It is not just about the fabric. It is Kerala's identity going to Delhi,' he added. K.V. Sahaja,49, a master weaver with over 20 years of experience, is leading the work for the Prime Minister's Onakkodi. 'This is the first time I am weaving for the Prime Minister. There is responsibility and excitement in every shuttle throw,' Ms. Sahaja said, without looking up from him loom. She completed making the fabrics on Thursday and will ship them for stitching by Friday. 'I have been working on it for the past two weeks. It is challenging and requires a lot of concentration. A combination of four colours, including black, purple and a mixture of brown and white, is used for the Prime Minister,' Ms. Sahaja said. The fabric is crafted in twill weave, a technique that demands patience. But the end result is worth every hour spent, she added. 'For us, this not just a festive assignment. It is the spirit of Kannur reaching the highest offices of the country,' said Mr. Vinod Kumar, echoing the pride of the weaving community.
