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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tax dept to take the help of AI to stop evasion by granite quarries in Palnadu dist
Vijayawada: The recent seizure of huge stocks of granite in Palnadu district of Andhra Pradesh has brought the tax evasion racket, which seems to be running smoothly for the past several years, to the fore. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sources claim many 'influential players' are behind the racket that provides unhindered passage to precious mineral stocks to reach their destinations without payment of taxes to the treasury. The state tax dept too received inputs about vehicles moving from AP to other states without payment of taxes, and initiated measures a few months back to track down tax evasion with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), drone surveillance, GPS tools, and satellite images. It also sought support from line depts like police, revenue, mines and geology, and transport to check the malpractices. However, the nexus of some field level officials with granite factory owners is said to be aiding the tax evasion. Sources said hundreds of granite-laden lorries are ferrying between different states from mine-rich districts of Bapatla, Prakasam, Palnadu, and Kadapa. Managements of granite quarries and polishing units are said to be in the forefront of the tax evasion racket. The traders are said to have struck a deal with local political leaders for safe passage of stocks with a payment of just 30% of the actual tax amount to be paid to the govt. As per rules, Rs 12 per sq ft of seigniorage should be paid to the govt in addition to the 18 percent GST, which works out to be around Rs 1 lakh per lorry. But the traders are paying around Rs 30,000-35,000 per lorry of stock to the 'unauthorized syndicate'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now GFX Tax authorities intercepted granite lorries near Tangeda village of Gurazala constituency and found stocks moving without payment of taxes Tax officials were threatened by the syndicate when they seized the lorries Joint commissioner Geetha Madhuri requested Palnadu SP K Srinivasa Rao for support 14 lorries were stopped near the inter-state border after police rushed to the spot
Man of Many
01-07-2025
- Man of Many
Fuji GFX100RF Review: Two Weeks with a $9,000 Camera
The Fujifilm GFX100RF is an enthusiast-level camera that comes packed with some fantastic features is an enthusiast-level camera that comes packed with some fantastic features It does offer great on-device filtering options, as well as a lot of time-saving features for photographers to test new shot compositions The device isn't super comfortable to hold for long periods of time though As someone who works primarily as a cinematographer rather than a photographer, I was curious to see what the AUD$8,688 Fuji GFX100RF, an apparently revolutionary camera, was all about. I had the camera for just two weeks and, up to that point, had never really used a Fujifilm system. Despite the short testing period, the experience was eye-opening. It'd be remiss of me not to point out that this camera is one of Fuji's most refined. The Medium format (44x33mm) 102MP sensor is one of the best fixed lenses I've ever used at 35mm (28mm equiv) F4 with leaf shutter, a speedy subject autofocus and built-in ND filter. Compared to competitors, it's smaller, cheap and potentially more enjoyable to use. It is lacking in a few areas, but we'll get there. I trialled the camera for video – a decision that in hindsight wasn't optimal. The footage came out overly contrasty, and it didn't blend well with my main cam, the Sony A7IV. Still, the exercise was valuable and gave me an appreciation for what the GFX is and isn't built for. With 4k video up to 30fps, it isn't a bad camera for video, but it definitely feels like something that was added to the camera 'just cause'. In short, this is a basic review of a very complex camera, approached from a filmmaker's perspective. I spent a good portion of my time not just testing the specs, but answering: 'what does that actually mean to me, a novice photographer?' Tech Specs Brand Fujifilm Model GFX100RF Type Medium Format Digital Camera Image Sensor 43.8mm x 32.9mm Effective Pixels 102 million pixels Image Processing Engine X-Processor 5 Battery Fujifilm Li-ion Battery NP-W235 (included) Battery Life Approx. 820 shots Weight 735g Price AUD$8,688 Scroll horizontally to view full table The Aspect Dial of the Fuji GFX100RF | Image: Beatrix Boon/Man of Many The Good: Innovative Ways to Make Photography More Exciting Aspect Ratio Dial I absolutely love that the Fuji GFX100RF has a physical aspect ratio dial above the screen – rare to have something that changes the aspect ratio at all, a hark back to old film cameras. And not just having it in the menu, but being able to physically change it on a dial is next level satisfying. It's not just a novelty though, and forces you to compose more intentionally and creatively. It also offers nine crop options and gives live previews in a few ways: through black borders, bounding boxes, or translucent overlays. And if you change your mind? The camera saves the full RAW file underneath, so you can revert or reprocess later: a trick the Fuji keeps using through its feature-set, and which I grew to love for how easily it allowed me to experiment. Crop Zoom This feature was surprisingly useful. One push of the crop zoom lever effectively turns your lens into a 'full-frame' camera with a 35mm equivalent (at f/4). While you lose some image quality with the deeper crops, the ability to previsualise different focal lengths without swapping lenses was both practical and creatively inspiring. Again, the RAW remains untouched, which means JPEG previews become ways to rethink shot composition and new ideas without going through the ritual of swapping bits and pieces out, one by one. It genuinely sped up the process, which was a welcome boon. Testing the ND Filter of the Fuji GFX100RF | Image: Beatrix Boon/Man of Many Testing the ND Filter of the Fuji GFX100RF | Image: Beatrix Boon/Man of Many ND Filter and Film Simulation Though video isn't the GFX100RF's strong suit, I appreciated the built-in 4-stop ND filter, a big plus for anyone coming from the video world. As someone who also hasn't played around a tonne with Fuji's film simulation modes… I can wholeheartedly say because of this, I am now a Fuji convert. The GFX100RF comes stock with 20 'film simulation' modes, which effectively allow you to recreate certain types of Fujifilm film stocks. If you want something to look like it was shot on Classic film, or on the new REALA ACE style, which is based on Fuji's colour-negative film, there's a setting for that. You can also make your own simulation settings, which I played around with to make my own 'recipes' and was really happy with the results overall. As someone who does not enjoy editing my photos, this unlocked the ability to create striking and unique images without spending ages behind my laptop. Considering this was my first time using these modes, I chose a pretty good camera to start with it. The extremely high quality output gave me free reign to play, and make mistakes. The Fuji GFX100RF | Image: Beatrix Boon/Man of Many The Bad: Practical World Oversights Build & Handling The GFX100RF body is not the most comfortable to hold, it's a little too flat. And its size, while small for its category, is still not quite small enough to forget about. Plus, adding the lens hood with its adapter adds a good amount of depth to the thing. Considering this would be mainly a travel cam for people, that isn't great. It is definitely stylish, but sometimes practicality has to come before that. In-Body Stabilisation In my experience, while the Fuji has some great in-body stabilisation, I think the Leica Q3 wins out here. That camera features some impressive optical image stablisation that does a good job at minimising camera shake, which the Fuji doesn't quite manage to compete with… Maybe it's because I pushed it too hard in low light without a tripod for stability. To be fair, it is quite a bit better than others in its price range, with the Leica coming in at about AUD$11,000. The Fuji GFX100RF | Image: Beatrix Boon/Man of Many Man of Many's Final Verdict The Fuji GFX100RF is a deeply inspiring creative tool that has users in mind from the get-go. High image quality, aspect ratio dial, crop zooms and its renowned film simulations make this camera worth buying for anyone deep into the hobby. Are there better medium format cameras? Yes, but at much higher price points, which isn't necessarily what budding or intermediate photographers like myself are looking for. It's the easiest camera I've ever used, and created some of the most impressive shots I've ever taken.
The Verge
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Fujifilm's been quiet about
Fujifilm's GFX Eterna cinema camera finally has some specs. its upcoming medium format cinema camera, but it's trickling out just 10 initial features. These include: an optical lowpass filter, available sensor formats, in-camera codecs, custom LUTs, film simulations, film simulation-based 3D LUTs, custom framing guidelines, remote multi-camera control, Bluetooth, and LCD / on-board menu display specs. Much of that sounds typical for any high-end cinema camera, but of course Fujifilm is flexing its film simulation muscles.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
BMC's efforts in vain, street encroachment still an issue
Bhopal: Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) has strengthened its drive against unauthorised occupancy in 2025, conducting 97 enforcement operations, as per BMC records. These administrative actions, focused on reclaiming public spaces and urban improvement, have received varied feedback from local residents. Unauthorised shops and stalls occupying commercial areas, footpaths and streets are causing movement restrictions and traffic congestion, forcing people to walk on roadways. On May 25, BMC initiated removal operations targeting unlicensed vendors and structures across many areas to ensure pedestrian accessibility. Despite initial success in improving movement, vendors returned within days, highlighting enforcement challenges. A subsequent clearing exercise on May 27 at Jawahar Chowk and Link Road successfully opened up roads, though displaced vendors simply moved to nearby locations, redistributing the problem. The clearance of unauthorised structures has been essential for development initiatives. BMC cleared 20 locations before the Global Investors Summit, including areas near Halalpur Bus Stand and visitor accommodation facilities, to ensure proper presentation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2 ingredientes para remover as manchas na pele Conselhos E Truques Undo However, residential areas received limited attention, with spots like Bairagarh and Kolar Market still experiencing unauthorised occupation issues. With monsoon approaching, illegal structures blocking drainage systems remain problematic. In Karond Mandi and Bhanpur , temporary constructions block water channels, increasing flood risks. While BMC has removed some illegal platforms in these locations, incomplete clearance could lead to waterlogging during heavy rains. GFX ENCROACHMENT OPERATIONS: A TEMPORARY FIX? May 25: Civic Body's Action Against Illegal Structures BMC conducted operations to clear unauthorised stalls, tables and structures from Karond, Aman Colony, Badwai and Bairagarh. The initiative focused on freeing up footpaths blocked by vendors. The effectiveness remained short-lived as vendors soon reoccupied the spaces. May 27: Traffic Management Through Encroachment Removal Authorities launched a clearing operation at Jawahar Chowk and Link Road to address illegal occupation of roads and pavements. Various items including carts, counters and boards that were hindering public access were seized. Despite this, the vendors relocated to adjacent areas, merely redistributing the congestion. GIS Preparations and Urban Clearance During GIS preparation, BMC undertook clearance drives across 20 city locations, particularly near Halalpur Bus Stand and designated summit accommodation. Monsoon Readiness & Drainage Issues Localities including Karond Mandi and Bhanpur Pragati Nagar face challenges with clogged drainage networks, increasing flood risks during monsoons.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PM virtually inaugurates five Amrit rly stations in CG
Raipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday virtually inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across the country, including five in Chhattisgarh, under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. These upgraded stations aim to provide modern amenities to passengers. Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai attended the inauguration event at Ambikapur railway station. The five Amrit stations in Chhattisgarh are Ambikapur station in Bilaspur division, Urkura, Bhilai, and Bhanupratappur stations in Raipur division, and Rajnandgaon district's Dongargarh station in Nagpur division. The PM said the world is surprised by India's developmental works. He highlighted projects such as the Chenab Bridge in the North, the Bogibeel Bridge in Assam, the Atal Setu in Mumbai, and the Pamban Bridge in the South, calling it a unique structure. India is modernising its train network with the introduction of Vande Bharat and Namo Bharat trains, which symbolise the nation's new pace of progress. Over the past 11 years, hundreds of road overbridges and underbridges were constructed, and more than 34,000 km of new rail tracks were laid, said PM Modi. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Добро пожаловать в Аравию SAUDI Забронировать Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, 27 railway stations in Chhattisgarh are undergoing redevelopment. The scheme includes facilities such as separate waiting areas for women and ramps for divyangs. A total of 32 railway stations in the state were selected under this scheme, with an estimated cost of Rs 1,680 crore. Work on five of these stations was completed and they were inaugurated by the PM. Attending the event at Ambikapur, CM Sai said, "Ambikapur, the headquarters of the tribal-majority Surguja district, and four other stations in Chhattisgarh are now prominent railway stations on the railway map." He thanked PM Narendra Modi for the Amrit stations. Facilities at these Amrit Stations include grand entry gates, attractive décor, high-mast lighting, modern waiting halls, ticket counters, upgraded toilets, ramps for divyang individuals, platform shelters, coach indication systems, and digital display boards. Chhattisgarh governor Ramen Deka was present at Urkura in Raipur, Union minister of state Tokhan Sahu in Bhilai, deputy chief minister Arun Sao in Bhanupratappur, and Rajnandgaon MP Santosh Pandey was present at Dongargarh. GFX: MODERNISATION & DEVELOPMENT ON ITS WAY 5 Amrit stations of Chhattisgarh Ambikapur station in Bilaspur division Urkura, Bhilai, and Bhanupratappur stations in Raipur division Rajnandgaon district's Dongargarh station in Nagpur division Facilities Under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Separate waiting areas for women and ramps for divyangs Railway stations of CG selected under this scheme - 32 Estimated cost - Rs 1,680 crore Facilities At Amrit Stations Grand entry gates, attractive décor, high-mast lighting, modern waiting halls, ticket counters, upgraded toilets, ramps for divyang individuals, platform shelters, coach indication systems, and digital display boards
