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Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Puri stampede: Official hears testimonies of more witnesses
Bhubaneswar: Development commissioner-cum-additional chief secretary Anu Garg, who is probing the stampede incident near Gundicha Temple in Puri that claimed the lives of three devotees on June 29 during Rath Yatra, heard the testimonials of more witnesses on Wednesday. The hearing, conducted at the special circuit house in Puri, was attended by 42 officials of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, police personnel and functionaries from the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC). These individuals, who were on duty during the unfortunate event, provided their accounts and explanations regarding the circumstances that led to the stampede, a govt statement read. The inquiry aims to uncover the sequence of events and identify any lapses in crowd management and safety protocols. The govt has assured that the investigation will be thorough and transparent, with further hearings set to continue.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
2000 CCTV cameras in city to deter crime, ease traffic
Guwahati: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday announced installation of 2,000 CCTV cameras and various other surveillance facilities across Guwahati as part of the ambitious 'Intelligent Surveillance System'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This comprehensive initiative, managed by Guwahati Smart City Limited (GSCL), has an estimated budget of Rs 220 crore and aims to significantly enhance the safety and security of the state's capital. The security upgrade extends beyond just CCTV cameras and include 20 public address systems, 20 emergency call boxes, 10 variable message display boards and 4 mobile rapid deployable surveillance units. Significant progress has already been made, with 690 camera poles installed across the city and over 90% of the required IT, software and hardware procured. Sarma, in a post on X, said the state govt will be installing 2,000 CCTV cameras, public announcement systems, emergency call boxes and other security features as part of the 'Intelligent Surveillance System' to enhance safety and security. Prayas Kakati, chief project manager (technology) at GSCL, said, "100 CCTV cameras are operational since September last year along GS Road, one of Guwahati's busiest commercial corridors. The strategic placement of surveillance equipment aims to deter crime, improve traffic monitoring and enable quick emergency response through real-time surveillance capabilities. The estimated budget for this surveillance project is Rs 220 crore. " He added that surveys for the remaining cameras have been completed at over 800 sites, and the target was to complete the project within this year. The Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), which will serve as the central hub for managing the entire surveillance system, is set to be established at the Commissioner of Police's office in Khanapara.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kanpur Smart City signs MoU to improve digital governance
Kanpur: For improved operation of the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) project under Kanpur Smart City Limited, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Airawat Research Foundation (ARF) of IIT Kanpur and Kanpur Smart City Limited on Thursday. The MoU was signed between Prof Sachidanand Tripathi, Project Director, Airawat Research Foundation, and KV Pandian, Chairman of Kanpur Smart City Ltd. The proposal involves integrating five nearby districts—Unnao, Fatehpur, Hamirpur, Auraiya, and Kanpur Dehat—with the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) through a partnership with Airawat Research Foundation. The aim is to create a digital governance ecosystem and enhance the quality of services provided by the municipal corporations and municipalities of the district by leveraging the foundational/technical facilities of Kanpur's ICCC. Airawat Research Foundation will work on improving facilities such as management of drinking water pipeline network, traffic management, waste management, and smart power grid in the district by creating a digital twin through artificial intelligence. During the signing of the MoU, Amar Nath, CEO, Airawat Research Foundation and Nishith Srivastava, Director, Airawat Research Foundation were present. ARF is a non-profit company established by IIT Kanpur to operate the National Centre of Excellence for AI in sustainable cities.
Hindustan Times
17-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
1,935 challans a day: CCTV surveillance lays bare anarchy on Mohali roads
Launched three months ago, the City Surveillance and Traffic Management System in Mohali has uncovered the alarming scale of traffic violations on Mohali roads. In just 95 days, from March 6 to June 9, as many as 1,83,825 e-challans have been issued through CCTV surveillance — a startling 1,935 a day, reflecting widespread disregard for traffic laws. What's more: the data is from CCTV monitoring at only 17 intersections, while the rest of the city hasn't even been covered yet, including Airport Road, a major traffic lifeline. Earlier, in the absence of CCTVs keeping a watch, such violations went unchecked due to inadequate staff in the Mohali traffic wing, resulting in accidents and traffic chaos. But with 488 high-definition cameras now active, up from 405 initially, the true extent of traffic indiscipline has been laid bare. Riding without a helmet is the most common offence, with 1,08,561 challans, translating to ₹10.85 crore in fines. Pillion riders without helmets come next, with 28,361 challans and ₹2.83 crore in penalties. Red-light violations account for the third-highest challans, numbered at 15,791, not only disrupting the flow of traffic but also increasing the risk of collisions at busy intersections. Superintendent of police (Traffic) Navneet Singh Mahal said the camera-based enforcement was designed not to punish but to protect. 'Traffic rules are for the safety of people. Though we have seen improvement and more people are following traffic regulations, violators are still being challaned. The public must realise that these efforts are aimed at creating a safer and more disciplined Mohali.' 88% challans not settled Another challenge facing the traffic police is the high rate of unsettled challans. Of the 1,83,825 e-challans issued till June 9, only a little over 20,000 have been cleared by traffic violators, resulting in collection of ₹1.7 crore as fines. The backlog is massive, with 1,62,918 challans (88%) still pending, totalling an estimated ₹16.3 crore in unpaid fines. The City Surveillance and Traffic Management System in Mohali, spearheaded by the Punjab Police Housing Corporation, will eventually be expanded to 20 intersections. The cameras are monitored at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) set up at the Sohana police station, where 13 operators keep round-the-clock vigil on violators and also help in tracing criminals.
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Meghalaya honeymoon horror: Citizens demand installation of more CCTV cameras in Shillong
Shillong, People from various localities in Shillong have requested the state government to install more CCTV cameras in the city and its adjoining areas to enhance the safety and security of the citizens, Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar said here on Tuesday. The demand came a day after Meghalaya Police arrested Sonam and her aides for their role in the cold-blooded murder of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi in Sohra in East Khasi Hills district, around 60km from Shillong. Raja and Sonam, who got married on May 11 in Indore, came to Meghalaya on their honeymoon. They disappeared on May 23, hours after checking out of a homestay at Nongriat village, 20 km from where his body was found. Raja was found dead in a gorge near Weisawdong Falls in the district on June 2, ten days after the couple went missing. "The urban affairs department has received numerous requests from many localities for installation of close circuit televisions to ensure the safety and security of the citizens and to aid the police in investigation of crimes," Dhar told PTI. He said the state capital currently has over 335 CCTVs under the Integrated Command and Control Centre . According to Dhar, who is also the Urban Affairs Minister, the government plans to extend CCTV coverage to other parts of the state, including Jowai in the eastern Jaintia Hills region and Tura in the western Garo Hills region. "We are currently assessing the size and layout of these areas to determine the number of CCTV cameras required," he said. Sonam Raghuvanshi, a 24-year-old woman from Indore, allegedly orchestrated the murder of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in the scenic town of Sohra, state DGP I Nongrang said on Monday, revealing the details of the shocking crime that triggered a manhunt across three states. Raja was killed by men allegedly hired by Sonam, who went 'missing' and surfaced in UP's Ghazipur where she surrendered at the Nandganj police station after the arrest of three assailants Akash Rajput , Vishal Singh Chauhan , and Raj Singh Kushwaha in overnight raids. Meghalaya Police's Special Investigation Team has availed a transit remand for Sonam and they are bringing her to Shillong where she will be produced in a court here later on Tuesday in the murder case registered under Sohra PS.
