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Egypt Today
01-06-2025
- Climate
- Egypt Today
First Lady appreciates ERC role during Alexandria storm
Egypt's First Lady Entissar el-Sisi CAIRO – 1 June 2025: Egypt's First Lady Enitssar El-Sisi thanked the the Egyptian Red Crescent's humanitarian role in facing the storm that hit Alexnaria in early hours of Saturday and caused several damages in the Mediterrean city. 'I would like to express my utmost appreciation and gratitude to the Egyptian Red Crescent for the rapid humanitarian response and tremendous efforts made during the storm that hit Alexandria Governorate,' the first lady said. 'You have proven that humanity knows no limits and that giving in times of hardship is the highest form of responsibility. Your honorable role is a source of pride and honor for us all,' she added, saying 'Our support goes to all of you and to everyone who extends a helping hand.' A wave of weather fluctuations hit Alexandria Governorate in the early hours of Saturday morning, with strong winds accompanied by thunderstorms, hail, and sea waves exceeding one and a half meters. The Egyptian Red Crescent (ERC) announced on Sunday that the preliminary findings of its field damage assessment following the wave of unstable weather that struck Alexandria Governorate yesterday. The storm brought heavy thunderstorms and strong winds exceeding 50 km/h, causing localized damage across the city. According to the ERC, emergency response teams were immediately deployed to respond to the severe weather conditions. Flood response units assisted in towing stranded vehicles and rescuing individuals trapped by floodwaters in various parts of the governorate. After the weather stabilized, ERC field teams conducted a comprehensive survey to evaluate the damage and identify urgent needs. The assessment was based on data collected through the ERC's central operations room, hotline, and distress messages received via social media. The survey results revealed that the most significant damage was sustained by private garages, uncovered residential balconies, and public billboards. Importantly, the Red Crescent confirmed that no human casualties were reported. These efforts are part of the ERC's rapid intervention plan, which reinforces its role as a key support agency for the state during natural disasters and emergency situations. The organization also urged citizens to follow official safety guidelines previously issued to minimize risks during extreme weather events.
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Karnataka transfers trained Kumki elephants to Andhra. What's special about the tuskers?
The Karnataka government on Wednesday formally handed over four trained kumki elephants to neighboring Andhra Pradesh during a ceremony at the state's Vidhana Soudha administrative complex. These elephants, highly skilled in conflict mitigation, will assist in controlling wild elephant movements and preventing clashes with human settlements. What are Kumki elephants? Kumki (Persian for aid or helper) elephants are captive Asian elephants meticulously trained to perform specialised tasks in wildlife conservation. Unlike ordinary working elephants, they are conditioned to remain calm in volatile situations, responding solely to their mahouts' commands. Their primary roles include driving wild elephants away from villages, aiding in rescue operations, and even helping tame newly captured elephants. For instance, when wild elephants raid crops or villages, Kumkis are deployed to chase or guide them back into forests without violence. After wild elephants are captured (often in a kraal, a temporary enclosure), Kumkis help in their training by walking alongside them and correcting aggressive behavior. They also assist in rescuing elephants stuck in wells, mud, or other dangerous situations. VIDEO | Bengaluru: The Karnataka government hands over five trained Kumki elephants to Andhra Pradesh. The handover ceremony took place at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, where the majestic elephants were paraded before being transported. (Full video available on PTI Videos -… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 21, 2025 Some of India's most renowned kumki elephants are stationed in the southern states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, where human-elephant conflicts are frequent. One such celebrated elephant, Kaleem, retired earlier in 2023 after six decades of service. The Tamil Nadu forest department honoured him with a ceremonial guard of honour, a gesture that moved wildlife enthusiasts and officials alike. A video of the event, shared by an Indian Administrative Service officer, showed the elderly elephant trumpeting as uniformed officers saluted him. At the heart of every Kumki elephant's success is its mahout—the skilled handler who trains, guides, and forms a lifelong partnership with the animal. This relationship, built on trust, discipline, and deep mutual understanding, is what makes Kumkis so effective in wildlife management. The mahaut's bond with the animals allows them to execute delicate operations, such as silently guiding wild elephants away from populated areas or restraining aggressive individuals during captures. Unlike ordinary captive elephants, Kumkis are highly disciplined and obedient to their mahouts (handlers). They remain calm even in aggressive situations and follow commands precisely. Some are even trained to move silently during operations to avoid alarming wild elephants. Mahouts are the Kumri elephants' trainers, protectors, and often the elephant's closest companion. Their responsibilities include, their daily care, teaching the elephant to follow verbal, tactile, and even foot-based commands, and ensuring the Kumki remains calm and responsive during high-stress operations. Mahouts often stay with the same elephant for a lifetime. This long-term partnership allows them to read subtle cues, command the elephants without force. With Karnataka's transfer of these four kumkis, Andhra Pradesh is expected to bolster its own efforts in managing its growing human-elephant conflicts. As wild spaces shrink and encounters between humans and elephants increase, these trained pachyderms remain an indispensable tool in conservation.
Mint
17-05-2025
- Mint
Class 8 girl kills woman who rescued and adopted her when she was 3 days old in Odisha's Gajapati
The Odisha Police have arrested class 8 girl student and her two male friends from Gajapati district on Friday for allegedly murdering a woman who adopted the girl after rescuing her from a roadside when she was just three days old, PTI quoted a police officer as saying. According to the report, as quoted by the police, on 29 April the girl and her friends smothered the woman — identified as 54-year-old Rajalaxmi Kar — at her rented house in Paralakhemundi town. The police claimed the motive was allegedly her opposition to the girl's relationship with the two young men and to gain control of her property. Following the crime, the accused fabricated a story claiming Rajalaxmi had died of a heart attack. On 30 April, the accused cremated her body in Bhubaneswar, where some of her relatives resided. Since the victim had a history of heart disease, her kin , including her brother, believed the fabricated story, Gajapati SP Jatindra Kumar Panda said. The incident came to light when girl's uncle found her hidden mobile phone in Bhubaneswar, which contained Instagram Messenger chats with the two co-accused detailing their plan to murder Rajalaxmi and loot over 70 grams of gold ornaments along with ₹ 60,000 in cash. After the discovery, the deceased's brother Siba Prasad Mishra lodged an FIR at Paralakhemundi police station last Wednesday. The police arrested the three accused — temple priest Ganesh Rath (21), Dinesh Sahu (20), both from Paralakhemundi, and the deceased's 13-year-old adopted daughter. Police stated Rajalaxmi had adopted the girl after rescuing her as an abandoned infant in Bhubaneswar. The report added that after the girl got admission at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Paralakhemundi, the two shifted there and rented a house. When the girl developed a relationship with Rath and Sahu, her mother opposed it. But Rath allegedly instigated the girl to murder Rajalaxmi to seize her property and continue their relationship. On the evening of 29 April, the girl reportedly administered sleeping pills to Rajalaxmi. When the victim was unconscious, she summoned her two friends, who smothered the woman with pillows. She was taken to the hospital, where doctors declared her dead, said the police. Prior to the murder, the girl had some of Rajalaxmi's gold ornaments to Rath, who pawned them at a private finance company for around ₹ 2.4 lakh. He reportedly used the money to buy a motorcycle and travel across the state. Police, during the probe, recovered three mobile phones containing incriminating Instagram chat messages, two pillows used in the murder, and around 30 grams of the looted gold ornaments.
Business Recorder
09-05-2025
- Health
- Business Recorder
Lahore put on high alert
LAHORE: In view of the Indian drone attack, arising out of Indian aggression, Lahore has been put on a state of high alert on Thursday. The authorities concerned in Rescue-1122, police, Civil Defence and other line departments have been asked remain in close coordination with each other. In case India again resorts to aggression against Pakistan, these departments will act in coordination with each other in rescuing the injured and the provision of medical treatment to them. Sources claimed that provincial departments have been asked to make preparations to deal with any emergency situation. Moreover, Punjab health department has cancelled leaves of doctors, nurses and paramedical staff till further orders. As per order issued by the Specialised Healthcare and Medical Education Department, ban has been imposed on postings, transfers till further orders. On the other hand, the Punjab government has established a 'Control Room' in the DGPR office to provide authentic information to citizens. This Control Room will provide accurate and reliable information about the decisions and directives of the Punjab government. The aim behind setting up the Control Room is to prevent baseless news and disinformation. The Control Room will work 24 hours a day and the staff will perform their duties in three shifts. The citizens can contact the Control Room on these telephone numbers: 04236297014, 04299201363, 0429204486. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
CID's Dayanand Shetty recalls one time when a scene went wrong; shares ‘My finger touched my co-star's nose, he started bleeding'
Veteran actor Dayanand Shetty , best known for his iconic role as Inspector Daya in the long-running crime series CID , recently opened up about an unexpected mishap that occurred on set during his two-decade journey with the show. Known for his towering presence and powerful screen persona, Shetty revealed that he always had to exercise extra caution while filming intense action scenes, especially those involving physical gestures like slaps. Before his acting career, Shetty was a professional athlete, specializing in shot put. While his athletic background helped him build the strength and discipline needed for action-packed roles, it occasionally became a challenge on set. 'I have broken many doors on the CID set, but I would never make contact with anyone's face while slapping them,' he shared in an interview with Filmee Keeda. Recalling a rare incident, Shetty said, 'Once my fingers touched someone's nose during a slapping scene and he started bleeding. It can be that dangerous. But that happened only once in my 22-year CID career. Otherwise, I never made contact. It just looks real on screen.' Despite his powerful persona, Shetty emphasized the importance of professionalism and safety on set, always ensuring his co-stars were never harmed during filming. Meanwhile, CID is gearing up for high-stakes drama in its latest episodes. A new promo teases an intense confrontation between ACP Pradyuman (Shivaji Satam) and ACP Ayushman (Parth Samthaan). The tension escalates as Abhijeet is shot while rescuing a kidnapped child, leaving Daya distressed over his partner's life-threatening situation. With old faces returning and fresh storylines unfolding, CID continues to deliver gripping action and emotional depth, keeping its loyal audience hooked.
