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Time of India
an hour ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Education foundation of developed society: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, ET Education
Advt Advt Gandhinagar: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel stated that education is the foundational pillar of a developed society and a progressive state. He emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always given special importance to schools, teachers, and the second day of the Kanya KelavMahotsav and Shala Praveshotsav 2025, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Ashadhi Beej, Chief Minister Patel visited the Primary School in Pundrasan village, Gandhinagar district. He welcomed 197 children into the school by gifting them educational kits. The Chief Minister also interacted affectionately with the young children, encouraging them to pursue learning with enthusiasm, said highlighted that to raise awareness about the importance and necessity of education and to build an educated future generation in Gujarat, Prime Minister Modi launched the statewide Shala Praveshotsav initiative in 2003. As a result of this sustained effort, parents and communities today have come to deeply understand and value the role of Chief Minister stated that the Gujarat Government has launched several education-focused schemes to ensure no child is deprived of schooling due to financial challenges. He urged parents to utilise these schemes and take responsibility for their children's education. He noted that government schools are now equipped with modern facilities, such as smart classrooms, and that improved teaching methods have led many students to shift from private to government schools. The Chief Minister also highlighted that communities are actively working to promote education, with the state government extending full support to such Chief Minister emphasised that teachers and School Management Committees (SMCs) should work with dedication and thoughtful planning to transform their village schools into model institutions by enhancing the quality of education. He also urged parents to ensure that their children attend school regularly and to provide active support for their learning. He stated that these children represent the future generation of Gujarat and will play a vital role in building a Viksit Bharat through a Viksit Minister Patel welcomed 197 children into school at Pundrasan Primary School, including 53 from Anganwadi, 54 from Balvatika, 48 from Class 1, and 42 from Classes 8-9. He also felicitated nine outstanding students for their excellence at various levels. He also visited the school's smart classroom, planted a tree, and heard inspiring speeches from students on girls' education and social event was attended by Gandhinagar South MLA Shri Alpesh Thakor, District Education Committee Chairperson Hansaben Patel, Pundrasan village Sarpanch Punaji Thakor, Gandhinagar District Collector Mehul Dave, District Development Officer Shri BJ Patel, and other officials, villagers, and students.
4 hours ago
- Health
Male infertility: 5 lifestyle factors that could be hurting your fertility
Medical experts are drawing attention to an often-overlooked aspect of reproductive health during World Infertility Awareness Month: male infertility. While discussions often center on female infertility, about one-third of infertility cases are related to male factors, according to ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel. "When we think about fertility, there's a lot of focus placed on females," says Patel. "But male issues can include problems with sperm volume or quality, congenital obstructions, infections, and various underlying medical conditions." Several common lifestyle factors can significantly impact male reproductive health. Recent research suggests marijuana use may be associated with impaired male fertility by decreasing sperm volume, affecting sperm morphology and disrupting hormone balance. Patel advises limiting cannabis use when trying to conceive. Along with cannabis, alcohol consumption and smoking can be detrimental to fertility. Toxins from smoking, for instance, can directly damage sperm DNA. Physical health plays a crucial role too -- being overweight and having inadequate physical activity can negatively impact fertility. Even high stress levels can affect reproductive health, making stress management an essential consideration. "If you're trying to improve fertility, focus on eating a regular diet, exercising, managing stress, and reducing both cannabis and alcohol use," Patel recommended. "It's also important to have an open conversation with your doctor, especially if you're using substances for medical reasons." Speaking of health management, recent studies have revealed promising developments in other areas of medical science. Research has shown that medications prescribed for individuals with ADHS were associated with lower risks of self-harm and accidents, demonstrating the importance of proper medical treatment in overall safety and well-being. Additionally, for those looking to boost their cognitive function, a new study suggests that strategic power naps might be the answer. German researchers found that short afternoon naps were associated with enhanced problem-solving abilities and creativity -- though Patel advises keeping these naps to 20 to 30 minutes to avoid disrupting nighttime sleep patterns.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Gujarat man held in New York for cheating elderly woman out of $80k
Ahmedabad: A 25-year-old man from Gujarat, Abhishek Patel, was arrested in Geneva, New York, on June 24 for allegedly duping an elderly resident in a telephone scam. Patel, originally from North Gujarat and now residing in Kingston, Pennsylvania, is accused of impersonating a Federal Trade Commission officer and extracting around $80,000 from the victim in two separate transactions earlier in June. According to the City of Geneva police department, Patel contacted the elderly woman over the phone and convinced her that she owed money to federal authorities. He allegedly persuaded her to hand over cash in person. On the second occasion, police set up a traffic stop and took Patel into custody soon after he visited the victim's house and collected more money. Police suspect that Patel conducted similar scams in other parts of New York state. He was booked for grand larceny in the second degree, a Class C felony, and was sent to the Ontario County jail. Patel was later released on his own recognizance and is expected to appear in court at a future date. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad His arrest adds to a growing list of Indian nationals held for defrauding senior citizens in the US using similar methods. In March 2025, a Vadodara man was held in New Jersey for being part of a syndicate that extracted over $1.2 million through similar tactics. In April, two youths from Mehsana were caught in Texas while acting as cash mules after elderly victims were manipulated through fake Internal Revenue Service calls.
India Gazette
12 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Gujarat: Bhupendra Patel monitors Rath Yatra in real-time from CM dashboard
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], June 27 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday monitored the real-time progress and organisation of the 148th Jagannath Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad. Commencing the Rath Yatra from the Jagannath Temple in the morning with the Pahind ceremony, he closely monitored the Rath Yatra route in the afternoon via a video wall, after reaching the Chief Minister's residence. According to an official release, he gathered insights about the location of the chariot, the surveillance of the Rath Yatra, and the security arrangements being implemented by the police using AI and drone technology. The Chief Minister was accompanied by Chief Secretary Pankaj Joshi, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister and Home Department MK Das, Director General of Police Vikas Sahay, along with senior officials from the police, municipal corporation, and ICT teams. Meanwhile, Patel today stated that education is the foundational pillar of a developed society and a progressive state. He emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always given special importance to schools, teachers, and education. On the second day of the Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav and Shala Praveshotsav 2025, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Ashadhi Beej, Chief Minister Patel visited the Primary School in Pundrasan village, Gandhinagar district. He welcomed 197 children into the school by gifting them educational kits. The Chief Minister also interacted affectionately with the young children, encouraging them to pursue learning with enthusiasm, said the release. CM highlighted that to raise awareness about the importance and necessity of education and to build an educated future generation in Gujarat, Prime Minister Modi launched the statewide Shala Praveshotsav initiative in 2003. As a result of this sustained effort, parents and communities today have come to understand and value the role of education deeply. The Chief Minister stated that the Gujarat Government has launched several education-focused schemes to ensure no child is deprived of schooling due to financial challenges. He urged parents to utilise these schemes and take responsibility for their children's education. He noted that government schools are now equipped with modern facilities, such as smart classrooms, and that improved teaching methods have led many students to shift from private to government schools. The Chief Minister also highlighted that communities are actively working to promote education, with the state government extending full support to such efforts. (ANI)
Fox News
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Fox News
Florida man indicted for '86' posts threatening to kill Alina Habba
Print Close By Brooke Singman Published June 27, 2025 FIRST ON FOX: A Florida man was indicted Friday for allegedly threatening to kill Alina Habba in a series of online "86" posts against the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey, Fox News Digital has learned. "86" has been interpreted by law enforcement officials to mean "get rid of." Gregory W. Kehoe, the Interim U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Florida, announced the charges Friday. According to the indictment reviewed by Fox News Digital, Salvatore Russotto, in May, made a threat to "injure and kill the victim in a series of online posts." FBI DIRECTOR PATEL SAYS HE'S HAD TO DIVERT RESOURCES TO INVESTIGATE 'COPYCATS' OF COMEY '86 47' POST Fox News Digital has learned that the victim referred to in the indictment is Habba, the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey who previously served as counselor to President Donald Trump. "[VICTIM] is a c***," Russotto posted. "86 that b****." He also allegedly posted: "A slow painful death for [VICTIM]. 86 that c***." Russotto also allegedly posted: "Eliminate [VICTIM]. 86 Traitor. Death penalty for all traitors." Russotto was charged with transmission of an interstate threat to injure and retaliating against a federal law enforcement officer by threat. "This is yet another disturbing example of a dangerous copycat inspired by the reckless behavior of former officials, targeting those who serve our country and threatening the very people working to keep America safe," FBI Director Kash Patel told Fox News Digital. "Our FBI will not tolerate political violence in any form." Patel added: "I'm grateful to our law enforcement partners in Florida for their swift action and steadfast commitment to justice." The indictment comes after Patel said that he has been forced to divert agents to investigate "copycats" of potential threats to Trump as a result of former FBI Director James Comey's "86 47" social media post last month. FORMER FBI DIRECTOR JAMES COMEY MEETS WITH SECRET SERVICE AFTER CONTROVERSIAL '86 47' POST "Do you know how many agents I've had to take offline from chasing down child sex predators, fentanyl traffickers, terrorists because everywhere across this country, people are popping up on social media and think that a threat to the life of the president of the United States is a joke and they can do it because he did it?" Patel said last month. "That's what I'm having to deal with every single day, and that's what I'm having to pull my agents and analysts off because he thought it was funny to go out there and make a political statement," he continued. An FBI official told Fox News Digital that they cannot disclose the number of "copycat" incidents due to ongoing investigations but described the number to Fox News Digital as "significant." Comey met with Secret Service officials in Washington this month for an interview about his "86 47" Instagram post, two sources briefed on the meeting told Fox News. Comey is under investigation for the now-deleted Instagram post that showed seashells arranged on a beach to read "86 47." "Cool shell formation on my beach walk," he wrote along with the post. Comey offered an explanation for the post after he received backlash on social media. "I posted earlier a picture of some shells I saw today on a beach walk, which I assumed were a political message," the subsequent post from Comey said. "I didn't realize some folks associate those numbers with violence. It never occurred to me but I oppose violence of any kind so I took the post down." CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP The president, in a May interview with Fox News' Bret Baier, didn't accept Comey's explanation. "He knew exactly what that meant. A child knows what that meant," Trump told Baier. "If you're the FBI director, and you don't know what that meant, that meant 'assassination,' and it says it loud and clear." Print Close URL
