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India.com
16 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Sitakund Chandranath Dham to Maheshkhali temple: Pakistan's ISI and anti-India Yunus are targeting Hindu temples of Bangladesh due to...
Muhammad Yunus- File image Dhaka: After the Muhammad Yunus led government came into power in Bangladesh, the situation of minorities has deteriorated and in the recent case, it has been reported that the anti-India government of Bangladesh under the leadership of Muhammad Yunus is targeting famous Hindu temples of Bangladesh. As per media reports, Pakistan's ISI is gaining a free hand to expand its operations and in the recent plan, the targets are the Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Bangladesh. Why is Pakistan's ISI fueling religious fundamentalism in Bangladesh? According to a report by Bangladeshi journalist Salahuddin Shoaib Chowdhury, Pakistan's ISI is fueling religious fundamentalism in Bangladesh, targeting Hindu temples through Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives, and using Bangladesh as a testing ground for extremist activities. Which Hindu temples are ISI attacking in Bangladesh? As per the local report, Hindu temples in Bangladesh are being continuously targeted in recent times. In a matter of concern for the Hindus of Bangladesh, extremist organizations linked to Pakistan and terrorist groups are attempting attacks and occupations of temples. The recent report mentions that Hindu temples, specifically the Medhas Muni Ashram in Chittagong, the Golden Temple in Bandarban district and the Adinath Temple in Maheshkhali in Cox's Bazar. Why India should be worried about Bangladesh? All these ancient religious sites are connected not only to Hindus but also to the faith of the entire South Asia. The purpose of attacks on temples is to intimidate Hindus and insult their religious traditions, which is increasing tension in society. Thus, it can be said that Bangladesh is becoming a launchpad for radical Islamic and terrorist forces under the role of Yunus government in Bangladesh and this is the reason why India should be worried.
Time of India
10-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Road ministry makes frequent inspection NH mandatory to ensure no encroachment
NEW DELHI: The road transport ministry has made frequent inspection of highway stretches mandatory for engineers and officers to ensure there is no encroachment of these corridors. Moreover, videography using drones has also been made compulsory for collecting regular updates. Encroachers will have to pay for the expenditure incurred in removal of unauthorised occupations as well as an additional charge and a penalty. The ministry has issued a detailed standard operating procedure (SOP) following a Supreme Court direction on a PIL highlighting encroachments on the NH network, which cause congestion and is a factor for road crashes. The SOP said to ensure NHs remain free from unauthorised occupation and are safe, it is 'obligatory' on the part of all inspecting authorities of *the ministry and its implementing agencies — NHAI and NHIDCL —* to ascertain such violations and bring them to the notice of officers concerned promptly. The officials must upload inspection notes, along with visual and other evidence on the designated portal. The ministry has specified that every regional officer of the ministry and its agencies will have to inspect stretches under their jurisdiction at least once in three months. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo The project directors and engineers heading project implementation units need to inspect the stretches under them every month. It also said that contractors and supervision consultants are also responsible for detecting and removing encroachments as per law. They must report such matters to engineers or officers concerned for quick action. For objective monitoring, the highway agencies will carry out drone survey and get aerial imaging done and upload them on the designated portal. While quarterly drone survey has been made mandatory during construction, this exercise will be a monthly routine on highways passing through urban limits having more than a lakh population. In less populated urban limits and rural areas, it will be done in every three and six months, respectively. The SOP has also specified how highway officials will report and take up the matter with local administrative and police authorities, and they can even invoke the jurisdiction of district magistrates, for removal of encroachments. As per the National Highways (Land and Traffic) Act, highway administrations are responsible for prevention of encroachment and their removal, recovery of cost of removal and imposing fine, to regulate right of access to highway and traffic.
New Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
ASI steps in to promote masons, skilled workers
NEW DELHI: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) may come up with a mechanism to facilitate and promote traditional masons and skilled workers — who are engaged in the restoration and conservation of heritage sites. This would help in sustaining their livelihoods and preserving traditional masonry techniques. During the Central Advisory Board of Archaeology, the secretary of the ministry of culture Vivek Aggarwal proposed to support traditional artists and sculptors associated with heritage work as creative start-ups. He noted that such a move would not only promote traditional skills but ensure employment opportunities. One of the proposals is to market their skill and work. According to ASI officials involved in the upkeep of historical buildings, many traditional craftsmen engaged by the agency remain out of work for several months each year due to various factors, including weather conditions and administrative delays. Officials said that the survey is considering ways to help these artisans survive and continue practicing—and passing on—their professional skills. 'Intricate conservation work requires a lot of traditional workers. But they have no work during the rainy season, as all activity stops. There is also no activity while estimates and proposals are being prepared and approved. As a result, there is effectively no work for them for 4 to 6 months each year. In these circumstances, many skilled traditional workers are leaving the field and turning to other occupations. Our concern is how we can keep them engaged and ensure they are properly paid,' said officials.
India.com
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Deepak Mahto, social media influencer who came to Mumbai to become actor, ended up working as laborer, shopkeeper; Now he earns…
Many people come to Mumbai with the dream of becoming an actor, but not everyone makes it. There are many obstacles along the way, financial struggles, with no house to live in, but that doesn't stop them from dreaming big. The same happened with social media influencer Deepak Mahto, who now has over 1.4 million followers. Deepak always wanted to become an actor, but for a living, he worked as a labourer and shopkeeper. Taking to his long journey in Mumbai, Deepak, on May 1, Labour Day, took to his social media handle to share his inspiring story. Gaining 1.4 million followers wasn't easy for him. Deepak has faced his struggles since he came to Mumbai 15 years ago. He shared a series of photos showing himself in various occupations over the years. In the caption, he poured his heart out, revealing the story of his journey to becoming a social media star. In 2016, Deepak worked as a marble cutter at Jupiter Hospital in Baner, Pune. In 2017, he was a labourer at Ashok Tower in Lalbaug. Then, in 2019, he worked as a labour contractor at CCI-Brabourne Stadium. He then lost his savings of 4-5 years after submitting a bill, just before the lockdown struck. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deepak Mahto (@ Deepak's passion for acting is still seen in the content he shares on social media, where he lip-syncs and performs to Bollywood songs. The bio of one of his other Instagram accounts reads, '15 saal pehle main bhi hero banne aaya tha' (Fifteen years ago, I came with the dream of becoming a hero).
The Sun
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
The best and worst jobs for women revealed in gender pay gap table – and how you could earn £8k more than men
EVEN in 2025 millions of women around the world are still earning less than men - but there are some jobs where you can get paid MORE. The Sun has analysed ONS data to reveal the top jobs for women as well as the worst. Use our tool below to search. 4 The tool compares typical hourly rates across more than 400 occupations. Women earn more than men in over 80 categories but the majority of roles still see men taking home higher pay. According to the ONS, full-time female employees earned 7% less than men in 2024, whereas part-time female workers earned 3% more than their male counterparts. Today, the average female employee, whether working full-time or part-time, earns £17.33 an hour, compared to £18.54 for the average male employee. Since 2018, large employers have been legally required to publish data on their gender pay gaps, shining a spotlight on inequalities in the workplace. The data looks at the average hourly earnings across jobs in the UK, however, it doesn't reflect the pay gap between men and women doing the same job with similar skills and experience. Best industries for female workers But it's not all doom and gloom for women - there are jobs where you can get paid more and it's not just in roles which are stereotypically performed by females. Female power plant workers earn a whopping 25% more, with hourly pay averaging £23.68 compared to £18.93. According to the ONS, the average Brit works around 36.5 hours per week. When factoring in bank holidays and the statutory 5.6 weeks of annual leave, this amounts to roughly 1,757 working hours per year. Based on this, a female plant worker could expect to earn £41,607 per year. In contrast, a man in the same role would earn just £33,260 annually — leaving him up to £8,346 worse off over the course of a year. Meanwhile, female social and human scientists earn 21.5% more, earning £3.81 more per hour than men. Unsurprisingly, some jobs which are often female-friendly are included in the list, such as PAs and secretaries - where women earn £15.55 per hour, compared to £13.24 for men. But roles such as counsellors, veterinary nurses, English teachers to foreign language students and train drivers are also on the list. 4 IS THERE A MOTHERHOOD PENALTY? FOR 47 years, it's been illegal to pay men and women different rates for the same job - so why is there still a gender pay gap? The Sun's Head of Consumer Tara Evans writes: Put it simply - it's being a mum, isn't it? Women are usually the primary caregivers to children and, therefore more likely to take a career break to have children. Taking that career break often means not going for a new job, promotion or a pay rise. Many women who would love to go back to work cannot afford to due to childcare costs. While having kids is a deeply personal choice, it's also one I think should be rewarded by society too, instead of being penalised by it. By raising children, you are taking on an unpaid job that helps build a better future, not just for yourself but for everyone. Jobs where men get paid more Floorers and wall tilers have the largest recorded gender pay gap, with men earning an average of £14.33 per hour compared to £8.81 for women - a disparity of 38.5%. Based on previous assumptions, a male floorer or wall tiler could expect to earn £25,178 per year, including bank holidays and the statutory 5.6 weeks of leave. In contrast, a woman in the same role would earn just £15,479 annually — leaving her up to £9,669 worse off over the course of a year. Financial managers and directors, along with electrical and electronics technicians, also get paid more. Men earn more in these roles, with hourly rates of £42.53 and £19.09 respectively, compared to £30.72 and £13.79 for women. Meanwhile, cybersecurity professionals also see a significant gap (27.2%), with men earning £27.07 per hour and women £19.70. How to fight the gender pay gap THERE are ways to fight the gender pay gap, explains money expert Kara Gammell: Keep tabs on your credit score A good credit score remains essential whatever your age, as it can help women to secure competitive interest rates for loans, mortgages, credit cards and even your monthly insurance premiums. For women who are divorced and had a bank account or taken out a loan or mortgage with their ex-spouse, your ex's credit history will still show up on – and could damage – your credit report. To prevent this financial association leading to higher interest rates or even stopping you from taking out loans, credit cards or mortgages, you must manually request to be financially disassociated from your former partner. You'll need to provide proof that you're no longer financially linked, for example a letter from your bank showing that your account is now held in your sole name rather than jointly. You don't have to wait until you're officially separated or divorced to financially disassociate yourself from your ex – you can do it as soon as all joint accounts are closed, and any mortgage or other credit arrangements are no longer held in joint names. Don't turn down free money for retirement Research shows that women live longer, but most have smaller pension pots to our male counterparts. Women can plump up their retirement savings with a little help from your employer. Increase your workplace pension contributions or you could miss out on what is essentially free money from your employer, as they will add to your pension fund on your behalf. Afterall, you wouldn't turn down a Christmas bonus, so don't pass up free pension cash from work. Under auto enrolment, employers are required to put a minimum of 3% of your earnings between £6,240 and £50,270 into your pension. Tax relief from the Government provides another 1%. You must put in at least 4% on your own behalf, and if you opt out all the above is lost. Extra top-ups are frequently available, particularly from large employers. For example, an employer might automatically match 3% of your earnings as its minimum contribution to your pension. But it might be willing to make 4%, 5% or 6% in matching contributions if you opt to save a higher proportion of your income. Get into a savings habit Instead of getting to the end of each month before thinking about putting some cash into your savings, women should aim to put some money (however small an amount) into your savings when you get paid. That way, you're building up that rainy day fund for emergencies and you're investing for your future at the same time. If you're working towards several financial goals at the same time, you might want to consider more than one savings account. When your money is lumped into a single account, it's tough to know how much more you need to reach a particular goal. Round ups are a handy feature offered by many banks to help users save money effortlessly. When you make a purchase with your debit card, the transaction amount is rounded up to the nearest pound and the difference is automatically transferred to a savings account. For example, if you spend £2.75, the round-up feature will add £0.25 to your savings. This small, incremental saving can accumulate over time, making it easier to build a financial cushion without much effort. Look to the long-term for savings returns Women tend to be more cautious with their savings and are missing out on higher returns as a result. According to the Barclays 2024 Equity Gilt Study, over the last 130 years, the probability of shares providing better returns than on cash on any two-year basis was 70%, and this figure rose to 91% over 10 years. Yet just one in ten women have a Stocks and Shares ISA according to government figures – less than half of the number of men (21% vs 11%). Women may feel they can't afford to commit to the regular expense, but it's worth knowing you can put aside as little as £25 a month, so it doesn't need to be a major outlay. In building finishing trades, men earn £15.50 per hour, 25.5% more than women's £11.55. Public relations and communications directors have a 24.5% gap (£46.15 for men, £34.85 for women). Rail construction and maintenance operatives show a 24.2% gap (£18.64 for men, £14.12 for women). Other educational professionals have a 24% gap (£32.32 for men versus £24.56 for women). Finally, in vehicle body building and repair, men earn £15.83 per hour, which is 23.8% higher than women's £12.06 rate.
