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Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
On Global Tiger Day, Sundarbans fishing boats get GPS device for real-time distress SOS
KOLKATA: On the occasion of Global Tiger Day on Tuesday, at least five fishermen's boats in the Sundarbans will get a GPS-based SOS alarm system that will transmit real-time distress signals to forest department in case of emergencies such as tiger attacks. The system will also help foresters in tracking boats in case they enter areas where fishing is banned. It is a pilot project by Wildlife Trust of India, Bengal forest dept and Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission under Sundarbans Tiger Project. It will be launched on an experimental basis in the Kultali block under South 24 Parganas forest division now, said Dr Abhishek Ghoshal, manager and head, human-wildlife conflict mitigation at WTI. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve director Nilanjan Mullick said it was a welcome move. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata "With the press of a single button, the device will generate an alert to Bengal forest dept and WTI, enabling emergency rescue operations through a speed boat. The speed boat is equipped with trained medical personnel, essential first-aid kit and life-saving medical supplies," said Ghoshal. According to Mullick, the GPS-powered system will also help them identify boats if they enter prohibited zones. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo In 2024, at least seven cases of tiger attacks were reported from various parts of the forest when fishermen entered the mangroves on fishing trips. Some of the attacks, though, took place inside prohibited zones. "We will install the devices on boats that have BLCs (boat licence certificate). BLC holders are individuals who possess permits to operate fishing boats within designated zones inside the forest," said a source. "WTI's dual initiative of GPS-enabled alarm system and speed-boat based community support, combining technology, rapid medical response, and inter-agency collaboration, strengthens our ability to protect both people and wildlife," said Nisha Goswami, divisional forest officer, South 24 Parganas division. Under a similar project, camera traps, which have hitherto been used to estimate tiger numbers, will detect their presence and send real-time alerts to foresters to check man-animal conflict. The AI-powered cameras are likely to be provided by WTI in about two months once the monsoon is over. "Initially, we have plans to start a pilot project with 10 cameras that can be installed along nylon nets at vulnerable locations. These cameras will transmit live feeds with images to concerned officials on their mobiles whenever there is tiger movement near villages," Ghoshal had earlier told TOI. The project is supported by German Cooperation, KFW Development Bank and IUCN.
Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Blessed by the divine': Shreya Ghoshal sings ‘Piyu Bole' to pregnant woman's baby bump, heartwarming video goes viral
Shreya Ghoshal, one of the most celebrated Indian singers, is winning hearts with her humble gesture towards a pregnant fan. During her 'All Hearts Tour' in Amsterdam, Ghoshal was captured interacting with one of her fans backstage, and the video has gone viral. After her performance, Ghoshal was approached by a pregnant fan who expressed her deep love for her music. What followed was a moving gesture. The singer knelt, gently placed her hand on the woman's baby bump, and sang Piyu Bole from Parineeta as a lullaby for the unborn baby. Crooned by Shreya Ghoshal and Sonu Nigam, the song features Vidya Balan and Saif Ali Khan. As the video progresses, the emotional fan can be seen thanking Ghoshal for singing to her baby bump. Sharing the video, Instagram handle @varindertchawla wrote '#ShreyaGhoshal's soulful voice and heartfelt gesture—singing for a pregnant fan with her hand on the baby bump—has melted hearts all over the internet.' Watch the viral video here: A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla) The video wooed several social media users who hailed Ghoshal for her heartfelt gesture and 'magical' voice. 'Shreya Ghosal so sweet gesture I'm sure the baby must be dancing inside happily,' a fan wrote. ' an experience for that unborn child,' another fan commented. 'Really beautiful. Very soothing song and Shreya madam you are awesome,' a third fan said. 'the baby was blessed by the divine voice,' a fourth fan wrote. Ghoshal, who made her Bollywood singing debut with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Devdas in 2002, has lent her voice to songs in several Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, and others. She began her 'All Hearts Tour' in 2023 and continues to captivate her fans worldwide. She has also performed at several prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall (London) and the SSE Arena.
India Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shreya Ghoshal melts hearts as she sings Piyu Bole for pregnant fan. Watch
During the Amsterdam leg of her tour, renowned Indian playback singer Shreya Ghoshal shared a heartwarming moment with a fan that has now gone viral. The incident took place backstage, where Ghoshal met an expectant mother who made a special a tender gesture, Ghoshal placed her hand on the mother's baby bump and sang 'Piyu Bole' for the unborn child. The beloved track, known for its emotional resonance, transformed into a lullaby, creating a touching moment between the singer, the mother, and her the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla) The video of this intimate exchange has been widely shared on social media, with many calling it 'the sweetest and most beautiful video online today.' The gesture has struck a chord with fans, reinforcing Ghoshal's image as not just a celebrated artist but also a deeply empathetic media users flooded the post with love, with many dropping heart emojis and praising the singer's humility. Some described the interaction as 'pure magic,' while others called it a moment to the comments here: Moments like these highlight the unique bond artists share with their audience - personal, emotional, and unforgettable.- EndsMust Watch
Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Fan travels ‘12,000 km' to see Shreya Ghoshal live in Mumbai on his birthday; singer gives him a sweet shoutout
Mumbai was buzzing with emotion and music as Shreya Ghoshal wrapped up the India leg of her All Hearts Tour with a sold-out finale that fans won't forget soon. But one particular moment from the night stood out and has since gone viral — a fan flew more than 12,000 km just to be there, and as fate would have it, the concert also fell on his birthday. In a now widely shared video, Ghoshal is seen pausing on stage as she notices a sign in the crowd. Reading it, she looks surprised and says, 'What, what, travelled 12,000 km? To be here? Thank you so much.' Spotting the birthday message too, she asks, 'Is it your birthday today?' The fan nods, and she warmly replies, 'Happy Birthday dude! So lovely. Thank you. Means a lot.' The touching exchange, captured on camera, was first posted by celebrity photographer Varinder Chawla and later reshared by the Instagram page 'thewhatup' with the caption, 'Fan travelled 12,000 km on his birthday to attend queen Shreya Ghoshal's concert in Mumbai.' A post shared by The Whatup (@thewhatup) Comments flooded in from all corners of the internet. One admirer pointed out, 'It's like she's singing with every word, even when she's just talking to the crowd,' while another gushed, 'She's being so sweet.' Someone else chimed in with, 'Imagine travelling 12,000 kilometres on your birthday to attend Shreya Ghoshal's concert.' Yet, even the way Ghoshal transitioned back into her set had people smiling. One amused user wrote, 'Anyone here who's wondering which place is 12000 km away from Bombay? Gurl said anyway yaar.' Moments like these – when artists connect with their fans – are what make live performances magical. And Shreya wasn't the only one recently to have such a heartwarming moment. At Grafest 2025, hosted by Graphic Era University in Dehradun, music director and singer Amit Trivedi also had a memorable encounter. Amid the crowd was Kaushik, a budding singer. But instead of staying in the audience, Kaushik found himself in the spotlight. In a video that quickly made the rounds, he was seen holding a mic, singing Yeh Fitoor Mera – a song composed by Trivedi himself and originally sung by Arijit Singh. As his voice soared through the venue, the crowd erupted in cheers while Trivedi, visibly touched, watched with pride and admiration.
India Today
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shreya Ghoshal's tribute to armed forces with 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' rendition. Watch
Singer Shreya Ghoshal paid a heartfelt tribute to the Indian armed forces during the Mumbai leg of her 'All Hearts Tour' on May 24. The concert, which was postponed from May 10 due to Operation Sindoor, marked the final Indian performance of her her concert, Ghoshal performed the patriotic song 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' and paused midway to speak to the audience about the role of the armed forces in ensuring the safety and security of the second that we are standing here, we are not even having a single worry in our mind because there is somebody protecting us at the border,' she said. 'Any place you ever see an army man, navy or air force officer, unka charan sparsh karna humara banta hai (we should touch their feet). So ye gaana hume charan sparsh karte hue, humare matrubhoomi ke liye hume saath gaana chahiye, mai chahungi ki humara saara band bhi isme invited ho. Saath mein gayenge toh (This song is like a charan sparsh (a respectful bow) from us. We should sing it together for our motherland. I would like our entire band to be part of this as well. If we sing it together, then) I think it will be very beautiful and I feel this is how we should remember this moment.'advertisementWatch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla)The tribute comes shortly after rising tensions between India and Pakistan, marked by India's launch of Operation Sindoor, a significant cross-border military Mumbai concert concluded the Indian leg of Ghoshal's tour and featured a full-capacity audience. The singer's remarks and performance received a warm response from those in Watch
