United Nations, June 19 (IANS) UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher called for the removal of humanitarian restraints on Gaza.Despite recent improvements, humanitarians still face continued persistent and deliberate constraints, Fletcher told the Security Council.”Humanitarian access continues to rely on one, at most two, operational crossings, when significantly greater capacity could easily be made available for the movement of aid a…
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Shillong, June 19 (IANS) The Meghalaya Forest Department has launched a major crackdown on illegal timber operations in North Garo Hills, raiding four unauthorised sawmills functioning in the Bajengdoba and Mendi areas and seizing machinery used for processing timber. Officials said on Thursday that the operation was initiated following complaints submitted by several local organisations and pressure groups alleging rampant illegal sawmill activities in the region.According to forest department …
Srinagar, June 5 (IANS) J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on World Environment Day on Friday called for collective efforts to protect the environment. J&K L-G Manoj Sinha said that safeguarding the environment is vital for a healthier planet for future generations.In his message on X, he stated: “On World Environment Day, let’s rededicate ourselves to the conservation of Mother Earth and preservation of nature’s delicate balance. Our collective efforts to…
Ahmedabad, May 31 (IANS) A large-scale cleanliness campaign will be carried out across the Sabarmati riverbed and riverfront areas from June 2 to 5 as Ahmedabad civic authorities prepare for the annual release of water into the river ahead of the monsoon season.The drive, jointly organised by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and the Sabarmati Riverfront Development Corporation Limited (SRFDCL), will coincide with World Environment Day on 5 June and focus on removing waste, plastic, wild…
Jaipur, May 27 (IANS) Rajasthan Police will conduct a month-long statewide special campaign titled “Umang-VII” to combat child labour, bonded child labour and human trafficking involving children.In accordance with directives issued by Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar Sharma, the campaign will be carried out across the state from June 1 to June 30, 2026. The initiative aims to establish effective control over serious social evils such as child labour and child trafficking while e…
New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) In an initiative aimed at environmental conservation and sustainable development, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Tuesday that the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will install special collection boxes for old clothes at 10 major stations. She said that at these stations, people can deposit garments they no longer wear. These clothes will be recycled and converted into useful products.Chief Minister Gupta said the Delhi government is continuously working…
Srinagar, May 25 (IANS) Sleuths of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out raids at multiple places across Kashmir in connection with the ongoing terror-related investigation.Official sources said the NIA carried out raids simultaneously in several areas of Srinagar and other districts of the Valley as part of a crackdown on terror networks, overground workers (OGWs) and suspected terror-funding activities.“NIA raids are underway at the banned Jamaat-e-Islami-linked Siraj…
New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Animal rights activist and former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi on Tuesday flagged the numerous illegal stray dog NGOs in the country and urged the government to providing training to the recognised ones and also issue only one contract per NGO.The former reaction came after the Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to recall its earlier directions on the management of stray dogs in public places, while issuing a series of fresh directions to ensure stricter implementation of …
Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of the Central Railway rescued and reunited 584 vulnerable children and adults with their families while also saving 25 passengers from life-threatening accidents between January and April 2026, officials said on Sunday.According to the Central Railway, the RPF personnel continued to play a crucial humanitarian role alongside ensuring round-the-clock security of railway assets and passenger safety across railway premises.Under “Operation N…
Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) Islamic scholars and Muslim leaders, on Sunday, held a meeting with NGOs, lawyers, social activists, political party leaders and others to ensure administrative preparedness and peaceful celebrations of the upcoming ‘Bakrid’ festival.The festival celebrated by Muslims worldwide is expected to be celebrated on May 27 in India, depending on the sighting of the Moon.Speaking to IANS after the meeting, AIMIM Spokesperson Waris Pathan said: “It has been seen that some people, wh…