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The Hindu
19 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Workers join stir in Haryana, Delhi
DELHI/GURUGRAM Government employees, industrial and scheme workers, construction labourers, and farmers gathered under their respective banners and flags across Haryana on Wednesday, holding public meetings and protest marches in response to a 'Bharat Bandh' call by central trade unions in support of their 17-point charter of demands. A key highlight of the protests was the overwhelming participation of women scheme workers – mid-day meal workers, Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), and anganwadi workers – who reiterated their long-standing demands for regular jobs for regular work and equal pay for equal work. Industrial workers, those in the unorganised sector, government employees and farmers also took part in the State-wide protests to express their opposition to the four 'pro-corporate' labour codes introduced by the Centre. Haryana Roadways buses remained off several routes, and employees from the public health, revenue, and electricity departments, along with non-teaching university staff, observed the strike and stayed away from work. Constituents of the Sanyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) also joined the protests in solidarity with the workers' demand to withdraw the labour codes, while raising their own issues, including guaranteed Minimum Support Price (MSP), opposition to tariff deductions on dairy and farm products under U.S. pressure, and resistance to power sector privatisation. Trade union and farmer leaders said the massive turnout was a clear sign of public rejection of what they called the 'anti-people' policies of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) governments at both the Centre and in the State. They accused the government of ignoring people's hardships while blindly pursuing privatisation and simultaneously trying to divide society along communal and caste lines. Speaking at separate meetings in Rohtak and Nuh, All India Kisan Sabha national vice-president Inderjit Singh and trade union leader Jai Bhagwan said the scale of the strike should serve as a wake-up call for the government to withdraw the 'draconian' labour codes without delay. They called on protesters to further strengthen their unity, involve more sections of society affected by rising prices and unemployment, and prepare for larger mobilisations in the future. The All India Central Council of Trade Unions said that workers in Delhi, who are bearing the brunt of inflation, unemployment, and displacement, took out a morning procession and made every effort to ensure the success of the strike. According to a statement issued by the union, workers participated in the marches across several industrial areas of Delhi, including Wazirpur, Narela, Jahangirpuri, Okhla, Jhilmil, and Mayapuri. 'The July 9 strike stands as a symbol of the unique unity between farmers and workers. From agricultural labourers to employees in banks and insurance sectors, everyone joined the strike,' the statement said. In Gurugram, protesters marched from Kamla Nehru Park to the post office near New Railway Road, raising slogans in support of their demands. Addressing the gathering, Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) Haryana vice-president Satbir Singh condemned what he described as the Centre's 'anti-worker' and 'anti-employee' policies. 'Minimum wages should be increased, all vacancies in government departments must be filled immediately, and anganwadi, ASHA, and mid-day meal workers should be granted employee status. The demands of construction workers and retired employees must also be addressed,' Mr. Singh said. Several automotive workers' unions extended support to the Bharat Bandh and its demands, though they did not participate in the strike, with business continuing as usual in the Gurugram-Manesar-Rewari automotive belt.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘Energy revolution propels UP towardsclean, green future'
1 2 Lucknow: Narendra Bhooshan, chairman of Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), on Tuesday said UP's energy policy aims to provide affordable, reliable, and eco-friendly energy to all citizens. "UP made significant strides in renewable energy, with policies rapidly advancing to promote solar, bioenergy, and other green sources. Initiatives like transforming Bundelkhand into a solar hub are boosting energy output, creating jobs, and increasing farmers' incomes. The state's focus is on skill development, adoption of technologies like AI and battery storage, and fostering innovation. This energy revolution is propelling Uttar Pradesh toward a clean, green, and self-reliant future," he said, speaking at the Clean Energy Summit 2025. Organised by UPNEDA in association with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the summit brought together key stakeholders from govt, industry, and academia to chart out actionable strategies to accelerate clean energy adoption in Uttar Pradesh. Inderjit Singh, director, UPNEDA, said UP is witnessing a transformative shift in its energy landscape, with renewable energy at the core of this change. "At UPNEDA, our vision is aligned with the state's goal of ensuring accessible, affordable, and sustainable energy for all. 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 We are aggressively pushing forward with large-scale solar projects, decentralised renewable energy solutions, and bioenergy initiatives that not only power homes and industries but also create green jobs and strengthen rural livelihoods," Singh said. Ashish Goel, chairman, UPPCL, highlighted, "Uttar Pradesh offers one of India's most competitive power tariffs, benefiting industries and EV sectors. To support this, a statewide EV charging ecosystem is being developed." Chairperson of CII UP, Upasana Arora, said UP swiftly emerged as a front-runner in India's clean energy transition, backed by solar potential, progressive policies, and strong industrial base.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Arrest realtor for delay in delivery, refusing refund, orders NCDRC
NEW DELHI: Keeping home buyers in the lurch by delaying construction of a housing project for more than a decade and then defying the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission's order to refund the money cost dearly a Bengaluru-based real estate company as the commission issued an arrest warrant and directed the city police commissioner to arrest its managing director and bring her before it. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The commission had earlier issued a bailable warrant against Disha Choudhury, the managing director of company Dreamz Infra India Ltd for not complying with its order to appear before it. Left with no option, a bench of Justice Inderjit Singh and Sadhna Shanker directed her arrest. The court passed the order on a plea of homebuyers who approached the commission through advocate Chandrachur Bhattacharya seeking execution of commission's 2022 order to refund the money which was upheld by the SC also. The commission had in 2022 directed Dreamz Infra India Ltd to complete construction and offer possession to the homebuyers along with delay interest of 9 % per annum or refund the money. Thousands of buyers who had booked flats in the housing projects in Bengaluru in 2012 were cheated by the company as they were promised possession in 2014 but were left waiting for their flats even after 11 years of the deadline. NCDRC had in April issued bailable arrest warrants against Choudhary with directions to release her on personal bail bond of Rs 10 lakhs with one surety of the like amount but the city police informed the commission that it could not locate her to execute the warrants.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
NBT Conclave: Lucknow must prioritise water reuse, say experts
1 2 Lucknow: City authorities must prioritise water reuse systems to reduce dependence on depleting groundwater reserves, experts said at the 'Bhujal Suraksha, Bhavishya Ki Raksha' event organised by Navbharat Times and the UP groundwater department on Friday. Former Lucknow municipal commissioner and current director of UP NEDA Inderjit Singh highlighted the city's advances in wastewater treatment. Lucknow generates 770–800 million litres of sewage daily, of which 120 MLD is treated at jal nigam's GH canal-based plant. Advanced technology brings BOD and COD levels below 10 and with tertiary treatment, the water is safe for reuse. This treated water can refill urban lakes like Butler Lake, can be used to clean roads, irrigate over 2,400 parks and support construction, Metro and fire services. "Using recycled water not only eases groundwater demand but also improves air quality by reducing dust," he said. He cited Kathauta Lake—now filled with treated canal water—as an example that reduced dependence on deep tubewells in Gomtinagar and Indiranagar. Ongoing desilting by Jalkal is expected to further enhance the lake's capacity. Singh warned that over-extraction pushed tube wells to depths beyond 200 metres in some areas—a trend that reuse initiatives can help reverse. LDA vice-chairman Prathmesh Kumar said rainwater harvesting is mandatory for buildings over 300 sq-mt and smaller colonies are being encouraged to adopt shared recharge structures. He also spoke of lake restoration projects—Butler Lake, Kalapahad Jheel and Udyan Lake—linking them with stormwater recharge in urban planning. Architect Anupam Mittal stressed reviving rooftop harvesting and traditional systems like wells. "The earth is a natural filter," he said, citing successful conservation efforts in Kanpur. WaterAid India's state programme director Smriti Singh said water use and reuse should be integrated at the project planning stage. She highlighted the role of women in water management and recommended recharging dug wells in chemically contaminated areas. Dibyajyoti Halder from CMS called schools "change agents" and advocated water audits and awareness campaigns involving students. In an earlier session, hydrogeologist R S Sinha of the groundwater action group said UP uses nearly 20 billion cubic litres of water annually for sugarcane farming. Extraction from deep layers brings harmful minerals, affecting crops and human health. He noted a 15% decline in rainfall and urged area-specific groundwater planning using current data. Yogesh Bandhu Arya, state coordinator of the 2030 water resources group, said 42% of UP's irrigation relies on canals. Under the Atal Bhujal Yojana, micro-irrigation campaigns will begin in 20 villages to promote efficient water use. Dr Asad Umar from Aga Khan Foundation India stressed the need for public awareness. Dr Venkatesh Dutta, head of environmental science at BBAU, said the monsoon period reduced from 18 to 12–15 days, causing runoff and poor recharge. Despite a 45,000-km river network, effective water management remains a challenge. In closing, Dr Asad called for decentralised groundwater governance through community participation. Dr Dutta urged reuse and nature-based water return. V K Upadhyay emphasised mass awareness. Arya highlighted that 80% of clean water goes to irrigation, which can be cut through micro-irrigation. Sinha concluded by citing how Kathauta lake now meets Gomtinagar and Indiranagar's water needs, replacing deep borewell dependence. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Amritsar: Man, woman killed in ‘hate crime' were married, claims kin
In a case of suspected hate crime, the police have arrested a man for allegedly killing his daughter and her male friend at Boparai Baj Singh village in the Lopoke area of the Raja Sansi assembly constituency in Amritsar on Tuesday. However, a relative of the deceased youth claimed on Wednesday that both were already married while showing pictures of their 'anand karaj' (Sikh wedding ritual). Relatives of both the deceased were at the district civil hospital to receive the bodies after the post-mortem examination. The cousin of the 23-year-old slain youth, who was a resident of Kakar Tareen village, said, 'He married the girl in a gurdwara and they were issued a certificate by the granthi. They even went to the court for the registration of their marriage on Tuesday, but the family of the girl took them to their house by promising them that their wedding function would be organised properly. However, they were stabbed to death with sharp-edged weapons'. 'The double murder has not been committed by the father of the girl alone. At least 4-5 more people were involved in the crime. So, the police should also arrest them as well,' he added. The deceased boy's uncle said, 'He used to work as a soil spreader on a tractor-trailer near the house of the accused. He was the sole breadwinner of his family'. Raja Sansi DSP Inderjit Singh said, 'We are carrying out the investigation to ascertain how many others were involved in this murder. Nobody will be spared if found guilty'. The accused was arrested after he surrendered before the police after the double murder.
