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Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Holiday declared for anganwadis in Malnad
Hassan/Chikkamagaluru: Chikkamagaluru and Hassan districts continue to witness heavy rain, prompting authorities to declare holidays for anganwadi centres in the Malnad taluks of both districts on Wednesday. Sringeri in Chikkamagaluru received the highest rain of 77 mm, while Hettur in Sakleshpura in Hassan district received 180 mm of rain in the last 24 hours. Rain caused damages in both districts on Tuesday and Wednesday. Nearly 100 metres of retaining walls constructed along National Highway-75 between Anemahal and Donigal in Sakleshpur taluk were washed away. The concrete road built a few days ago alongside the highway also developed cracks. People are concerned that the retaining wall might collapse if the rain intensifies. In the Malnad region of Chikkamagaluru district, NH-169 connecting Sringeri to Mangaluru was blocked after a landslide near Nemmar, close to Sringeri. However, the NHAI authorities managed to clear the mud, allowing movement of vehicles. The road was blocked a week ago following the landslip. Now, the authorities have stationed excavators to attend to emergencies. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Get Tirzepatide Online in Martinez Direct Meds Order Now Undo A tree was uprooted due to strong winds and rain near the Basarikall checkpoint in Kalasa taluk. Due to this, traffic on the Kalasa-Karkala state highway was halted. Police and forest department personnel cleared the tree. Heavy rain was reported in Koppa, Kalasa, Kudremukh, Sringeri, Mudigere, Kottigehara, Balehonnur, and Narasimharajapura. In the Mullayanagiri area, rain occurred intermittently. Due to heavy rain in the Malnad region and the Mudigere area of Chikkamagaluru district, the inflow into the Hemavathi reservoir is increasing rapidly. As a result, water is being released through six crest gates of the reservoir. The reservoir, with a maximum level of 2,922 feet, currently holds water at 2,915.5 feet. With an inflow of 14,985 cubic feet per second, 15,700 cubic feet per second of water is being released. Landslide-prone sites Twelve potential landslide sites have been identified along NH-75 in the Sakleshpur area and a scientific approach will be initiated to prevent further damages. Hassan deputy commissioner KS Latha Kumari visited and inspected the rain-affected areas on NH-75. She checked several locations in Shiradi Ghat, including Kollahalli and Aane Mahal in Sakleshpur taluk, for potential landslide sites. Latha said a detailed report has already been prepared to scientifically prevent landslides and work will commence after the monsoon season. The DC said that a meeting has been conducted to prepare for the monsoon, and instructions have been given to revenue and other officials to take precautionary measures. She also said the district disaster management unit is very active and prepared to handle any serious situation. Sakleshpur assistant commission Shruti and tahsildar Aravind, national highway officials, were present.
India Today
4 days ago
- India Today
Man travelling without ticket undresses in train's AC coach, detained in Andhra
An incident aboard the Kurla-Coimbatore Express via Bengaluru has triggered public outrage after a man without a ticket created a commotion and partially undressed in an air-conditioned coach, while railway police initially failed to take any action. The man was later taken into custody at Guntakal in Andhra to the complaint, the incident took place on the night of June 21 between Wadi and Guntakal in Andhra Pradesh. A man without a valid ticket allegedly entered the AC coach and began behaving erratically. The Lady Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) on duty alerted the Railway Protection Force (RPF), prompting officers to board the train when it reached Raichur station in when the officers attempted to remove the man, he reportedly acted hysterically and partially undressed in front of them. A video of the episode, which has since gone viral, shows the police leaving the train without taking any action. Their inaction has sparked widespread condemnation on social media. Dr Soumya Latha, Superintendent of Police (Railways), clarified that the woman involved in the case was a TTE and not a passenger. 'She shot a video and called the RPF control room, reporting that an unauthorised male passenger was sitting in the H1 coach and behaving disrespectfully. RPF officers and two of my constables boarded the train. As they were trying to speak with him, the train started moving. Ideally, the RPF should have stopped the train, but instead, they deboarded as instructed by the RPF officer,' she Latha said the incident came under the jurisdiction of the Guntur division, Andhra Pradesh, and coordination was later made with the Guntakal division. 'Government Railway Police (GRP) and RPF Guntakal deboarded the man and claimed he was mentally unstable. As a result, no case was registered. I have asked for an internal inquiry to be initiated against the RPF personnel involved,' she further stated that her staff had acted on the instructions of the RPF. 'I want to clarify that I am not responsible for the RPF. They should have taken control and stopped the train, which they failed to do,' she Raichur RPF later released a statement describing the individual as mentally unstable. 'A mentally unstable person boarded the train at Wadi. On arrival at Raichur, RPF and GRP attended the scene. Due to the short halt and the man's resistance, deboarding was unsuccessful. He was later removed at the next station,' the statement man was eventually taken into custody at Guntakal in Andhra Pradesh. Investigations into the conduct of the RPF officers are currently underway.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Karnataka#Andhra Pradesh
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
From filters to fillers: Gen Z's glitzy quest for ‘eternal youth'
HYDERABAD: In Hyderabad, twenty-somethings are queuing up for fillers, boosters, and futuristic therapies, with little regard for long-term consequences. Beauty, it seems, is no longer about ageing gracefully, but preventing age from showing up altogether, finds Ajay TomarWeeks before her wedding, Latha (name changed) visited a Banjara Hills-based clinic to enhance her appearance for her big day. The bride-to-be underwent several non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as dermal fillers to correct the asymmetry in her lips, enhance the defi nition of her nose bridge, and sharpen her jawline for a slimmer facial profile. She also went for additional fi llers in her cheekbones to add contour as she felt it would highlight her natural features. Ditto for Seetha, who trooped into a Madhapur-based clinic to fi x what she felt was sagging skin that made her look older than her age. She opted for a combination of high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and botox injections to relax and slim her lower face to get a youthful appearance in a jiffy. Shockingly, neither Latha nor Seetha are battling midlife crises. While Latha is a 20-something, Seetha is in her early 30s. Increased access While the adage -'Age is just a number' – seems to no longer be the preserve of age-defying celluloid stars like Anil Kapoor, Nagarjuna, Madhuri Dixit and Preity Zinta, plastic surgeons point to an alarming trend – youngsters unhappy with their looks making a beeline for quickfi x anti-ageing procedures. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Stor mage? Gör detta före läggdags och gå ner i vikt medan du sover Beauty Ideas Läs mer Undo Be it skin boosters, fi llers, botox shots, laser treatments or even newer procedures, skin specialists say conscious youngsters are increasingly opting for minimally invasive and non-invasive skin prejuvenation and regeneration treatments in their quest to delay signs of ageing even before they show up. Cosmetology and dermatology clinics report that while about a decade ago, only about six to seven people would turn up for such procedures each week, all of them in the 40-plus bracket. Today, the number has shot up three to four times with most of them being youngsters. 'Around eight to 10 years ago, most of our clients were in their 40s and above when wrinkles and skin sagging usually start showing. But now many in their mid-20s and early 30s are coming in to demand ageing prevention treatments,' says senior plastic surgeon Dr Priti Shukla. 'A lot of the damage is already done by the time signs of ageing appear on the skin,' she adds. Pre-emptive de-ageing Apart from the smaller procedures, some are even opting for advanced treatments such platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, HIFU, hybrid laser treatments and regenerative procedures such as exosome therapy that uses stem cells to improve collagen production, PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide) therapy and nano-fat grafting. Data too seems to back this emerging trend. US-based market research fi rm Grand View Research pegs the Indian anti-ageing market at $2.5 billion in 2024 and projects it to reach $4 billion by 2033. So what is driving youth to such extremes in their pursuit for beauty? In an era of intense social media engagement and peer pressure, where the perfect selfi e and number of likes dictate the happiness quotient for many, the quest for that seductive pout or perfectly sculpted nose, well defi ned chin or jawline, or fi ne skin tone and perfect glow are pushing them to seek anti-ageing remedies. The supply surge also led to treatments becoming more affordable with costs varying from just Rs 5,000 to Rs 40,000 per session. 'Over the past decade, there has been a rise in active social media presence and the culture of photo and video sharing, prompting individuals to observe their skin more closely and be critical about it,' explains plastic surgeon Dr Sumeera Farhath SK. Studies also point to the rising popularity of South Korean television shows, which frequently portray skincare as a daily routine, among Indian youth as a signifi cant factor infl uencing their growing interest in cosmetics and skincare. Notably, South Korea is the world leader in cosmetic treatments and plastic surgery. Senior psychologist Dr Pragya Rashmi says starting cosmetic enhancements at an early age could also be an indicator of one's poor perception of self-esteem and body image. Flawed beauty standards Consultant psychiatrist and lifestyle expert Dr Purnima Nagaraja points out that most opt for cosmetic enhancements due to a distorted sense of one's own body image. 'There is a significant difference between how people actually look and what society expects from them. Many individuals try to live up to the image of a perfect body, fl awless hair, and ideal shape. This constant pressure is what drives many to go for cosmetic procedures.'
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Business Standard
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
'Don't make me unnecessarily famous', says Chenab bridge project engineer
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir last Friday. Soaring 359 metres above the Chenab River—35 metres higher than the Eiffel Tower—it is now the tallest railway arch bridge in the world. As the nation celebrated this engineering feat, G Madhavi Latha, a key contributor to the project, offered a humble tribute to the many behind-the-scenes heroes who made it possible. 'I salute the millions of unsung heroes,' said G Madhavi Latha, a Higher Administrative Grade (HAG) professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. She served as a geotechnical consultant to Afcons, the engineering firm that executed the construction of the Chenab Bridge. 'My role was to help in developing slope stabilisation schemes and design of foundations on slope,' she wrote in a LinkedIn post shortly after the inauguration. A veteran of the project for 17 years, Latha distanced herself from headlines that referred to her as the 'woman behind the mission' or someone who 'performed miracles to build the bridge'. She called such descriptions 'baseless' and urged the public not to single her out. 'Please don't make me unnecessarily famous,' she said. 'I am one of the thousands who deserve appreciation for Chenab Bridge.' Currently attending a conference in Spain, she expressed gratitude to those who reached out with congratulations. 'Many fathers have written to me saying that they want their daughters to become like me. Many young kids have written to me that they now want to take up Civil Engineering as their career choice,' Latha shared. In a touching tribute, she said, 'All glory belongs to Indian Railways,' acknowledging both the national transporter and Afcons for executing what many once considered an impossible task. The Chenab Bridge is part of the ambitious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) project, designed to enhance connectivity in the Kashmir Valley. Built at a cost of ₹1,486 crore, the project faced formidable challenges including harsh terrain, seismic vulnerabilities, and unpredictable geology. Latha and her team played a pivotal role in steering the bridge through these obstacles. Their approach—described as 'design-as-you-go'—meant adapting to real-time discoveries such as fractured rock layers and hidden cavities that earlier surveys had not detected. Her expertise in rock anchor design and slope stability was critical in ensuring the safety and success of the project. She has documented this technical journey in a paper titled 'Design as You Go: The Case Study of Chenab Railway Bridge', published in the Indian Geotechnical Journal's special issue dedicated to women engineers.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Who is Dr. G Madhavi Latha, the geotechnical genius behind India's Chenab Bridge
The Chenab Railway Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir , upon its complete construction, became the world's highest railway single-arch bridge. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, this architectural marvel stands 359 meters above the Chenab River, surpassing even the Eiffel Tower in height. Going across 1,315 meters, the bridge is an important component of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, aiming to provide all-weather rail connectivity to the Kashmir Valley. While the bridge itself is a symbol of engineering excellence, the journey to its completion was paved with challenges. At the forefront of this endeavor was Dr. G Madhavi Latha, a distinguished professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. Her expertise and dedication were important in overcoming the region's complex geological and environmental hurdles. Who is Dr. G Madhavi Latha? Dr. G Madhavi Latha is a renowned figure in the field of civil engineering, specialising in geotechnical and rock engineering. She completed her in Civil Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in 1992, followed by an from NIT Warangal. In 2000, she earned her Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from IIT Madras. Before joining IISc in 2004, she served as a faculty member at IIT Guwahati. At IISc, she became the first female faculty member in the Civil Engineering Department. The professor said on the IISc website, "Back then, there were no exclusive toilets for women in the department. I had to really fight to get a women's toilet in the geotechnical engineering building." Over the years, Dr. Latha has received numerous accolades, including the Best Woman Geotechnical Researcher award from the Indian Geotechnical Society in 2021 and recognition among the 'Top 75 Women in STEAM' in India in 2022. What was her role in the Chenab Railway Bridge Project? Dr. Latha's involvement in the Chenab Railway Bridge project spanned 17 years, during which she served as a geotechnical consultant. Her primary responsibility was to address the tough challenges posed by the region's rugged terrain and unpredictable geological conditions. The project's success hinged on innovative solutions to stabilise slopes, design strong foundations, and ensure the structural toughness of the bridge. A notable area of Dr. Latha's approach was the adoption of a 'design-as-you-go' method. This strategy allowed her team to respond dynamically to unforeseen geological anomalies, such as fractured rocks and hidden cavities. As she noted in her paper 'Design as You Go: The Case Study of Chenab Railway Bridge', "Construction of a civil engineering marvel like the Chenab bridge posed many challenges from planning to completion. A rigid design with fixed dimensions and pre-determined solutions would not have been feasible." Her team's efforts included the installation of rock anchors and the implementation of slope stabilisation techniques to withstand seismic activities and extreme weather conditions. These interventions were crucial in ensuring the bridge's resilience and longevity. IISc acknowledged Dr. Latha's contributions on X, stating, 'We are proud of Prof Madhavi Latha & her team's contribution to the Chenab Bridge inaugurated by Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi. The team worked on stability of slopes, design & construction of foundations, design of slope stabilisation systems, incl. rock anchors to withstand hazards.'
