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Time of India
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Take steps to stop this': Mamata Banerjee asks Centre to step up global diplomacy; urges for world peace
NEW DELHI: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee voiced concerns over air and water pollution caused due to the 'war' that has broken out in many regions, urging the Centre to take diplomatic initiatives and help de-escalate these ongoing conflicts. Speaking in the state assembly during a discussion on environmental issues, Banerjee said global warfare not only threatens peace but also contributes to pollution. 'War has broken out in many parts of the world. Such things cause air and water pollution. We have to take steps to stop this,' she said. These comments from the TMC leader come amidst the backdrop of escalating conflicts in the Middle East as Iran and Israel exchanged hundreds of drones and missiles. These tensions arose over a week ago, turning more volatile as the US entered the West-Asian conflict, bombing three major Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday. Mamata called the foreign ministry to initiate peace efforts, "External affairs come under the Indian government. Diplomatically, peacefully, we must take initiative so that war stops." "I am not authorised to speak on external affairs and diplomatic issues. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search ads Learn More Undo This is my personal view as a concerned citizen of this world,' PTI quoted the chief minister. Addressing the flood situation in Ghatal sub-division of Paschim Medinipur district, she criticised the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) for failing to carry out dredging at its Maithon and Panchet dams, despite repeated reminders. She also accused the DVC of releasing excess water from its Maithon and Panchet dams during the monsoon without proper communication with the state. 'They are releasing water without informing us. They have not conducted dredging operations for many years,' Banerjee said. She claimed that if regular dredging had been undertaken, the dams could have held significantly more water. 'Now, DVC has the accumulated capacity to store one lakh cusec of water in its dams. Had they undertaken dredging operations regularly, four lakh cusecs of water could have been stored in their dams and such overflowing in vast parts of south Bengal won't recur,' she said in the assembly. West Bengal irrigation minister Manas Bhuniya on Monday said that nearly two lakh people have been affected by floods in Ghatal sub-division of Paschim Medinipur district and assured that the government is taking all necessary measures to assist those stranded. He blamed the DVC for worsening the situation by failing to regulate the release of water from its dams in Jharkhand, despite repeated appeals from the state's irrigation department. Bhuniya added that he has written to the DVC chairman, urging the agency to act responsibly and exercise greater caution while discharging excess water in the future.
The Hindu
a day ago
- The Hindu
West-Asia tensions: 10 flight services from Kozhikode in Kerala cancelled
The tensions between Iran and Israel have led to the cancellation of various flight services at the Calicut international airport to and from various West-Asian countries. Nine services scheduled to depart on Tuesday (June 24, 2025) such as the Flydubai flight to Dubai scheduled for 8.15 am, Air India Express flights to Doha, Bahrain, Dubai (2.40 pm), Ras Al Khaimah (3.50 pm), Riyadh (8.25 pm), Dammam (8.50 pm), Abu Dhabi (10.35 pm) and Muscat (11.45 pm) have been cancelled. The Air India Express flight to Sharjah, scheduled for 12.40 am on Wednesday has also been cancelled. The airport authorities and airlines have urged the passengers to verify their flight status before travelling as these cancellations have significantly impacted services. They also informed that the services will restart once the air routes are opened. Passengers shall contact 0483-2719491 for any clarifications.
India Today
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
US averted nuclear disaster: Trump repeats his India-Pak ceasefire brokering claim
US President Donald Trump on Friday, while addressing the media with Elon Musk from the Oval Office, claimed credit for defusing tensions between India and Pakistan, suggesting that US intervention helped prevent a potential nuclear at a press event, Trump said, "We stopped India and Pakistan from fighting. I believe that could have turned out into a nuclear disaster.'advertisementTrump thanked the leaders of both countries, as well as his administration, for their roles in de-escalating the situation. Highlighting trade concerns, Trump added, 'We can't trade with people who are shooting at each other and potentially using nuclear weapons.' He praised the willingness of both nations to cooperate and emphasised the broader U.S. role in preventing global conflicts, citing America's military strength and leadership. However, India has maintained that the recent ceasefire with Pakistan was a bilateral decision, reached directly through talks between the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both has consistently rejected any claims of third-party mediation, stressing that the agreement resulted from direct communication between New Delhi and Islamabad, with no connection to trade May 13, President Trump remarked that India and Pakistan might someday "have a nice dinner together," crediting his administration with brokering a "historic ceasefire" between the two nations, facilitated through trade are actually getting along. Maybe we can even get them together where they go out and have a nice dinner together. Wouldn't that be nice?", Trump said at the Saudi Arabia-US Investment Forum 2025 in his visit to the West-Asian nation."We've come a long way. Millions of people could have died from that conflict that started off small and was getting bigger and bigger by the day," US President also credited his administration with resolving the India-Pakistan conflict through trade diplomacy, while praising the prime ministers of both nations for their cooperation."Just days ago, my administration successfully brokered a historic ceasefire to stop the escalating violence between India and Pakistan, and I used trade to a large extent to do (that)," Trump said."I said, fellas, come on, let's make a deal. Let's do some trading. let's not trade nuclear missiles. Let's trade the things that you make so beautifully. And they both have very powerful, strong, good and smart leaders," he added.
News18
09-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Embarrassment For Pakistan! UAE To Decline Request To Hold PSL Matches Because...
Last Updated: The Emirates Cricket Board is likely to reject PCB's request to host PSL 2025 matches in UAE because it doesn't want to be perceived as an 'ally' of the Pakistani board. UAE's cricketing body, Emirates Cricket Board, is likely to reject Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)'s request to host Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 matches in the country. If it materialises, it'd be a major blow to the PCB, which has already announced that the second half of its T20 league will be hosted in the West-Asian nation. According to a report in PTI, the UAE board has cited 'security concerns potentially emanating from the rising tension between India and Pakistan' as the reason. The report said the Emirates Cricket Board is 'wary of being perceived as an ally of PCB', which it believes hosting the PSL may suggest. 'The Emirates Cricket Board has enjoyed a strong relationship with BCCI in recent years having hosted the 'India' edition of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, editions of the IPL as well as India matches during ICC Champions Trophy 2025," the mentioned source further stated in the report. 'The UAE has a diverse South Asian population which enjoys cricket. Hosting a tournament like the PSL in the midst of such tense circumstances could vitiate harmony, pose security risks and stir unnecessary friction between communities," the quoted source added. The remaining matches in PSL 2025 include four league-stage games and playoffs, scheduled to be held in Rawalpindi, Multan and Lahore. According to top intelligence sources, the decision was taken after India unleashed a drone attack on Pakistan on Thursday, in retaliation for its targeting of military bases on the border, one of which struck the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. 'The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart," PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the Interior Minister in the Pakistan government, said in a statement. 'As a responsible organisation that has overcome adversities repeatedly and ensured that the game of cricket flourishes, it was important for us to ensure the mental well-being of all players participating in the HBL PSL. I regret that our domestic audience and cricket lovers will not be able to watch these matches in Pakistan's stadiums," he added. Earlier, in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, many media organisations and broadcasters had refused to share scorecards and stream the games in the PSL. First Published: May 09, 2025, 18:28 IST
