TN hooch tragedy: 29 die after consuming illicit liquor

New Delhi, June 20 2024-

At least 29 people have died and more than 60 are in various hospitals following a hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu’s Kallakurichi district, said officials on Thursday.

“The death toll due to alleged illicit liquor consumption in Kallakurichi rises to 29,” confirmed Kallkurichi District Collector M.S. Prashanth.

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expressed shock over the deaths and took action against officials who failed to prevent it.

“I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of the deaths of people who had consumed adulterated liquor in Kallakurichi. Those involved in the crime have been arrested in this matter. Action has also been taken against the officials who failed to prevent it,” Stalin said in a post on X.

Governor R.N. Ravi condoled the deaths and wished for a speedy recovery of the victims.

He said, “Deeply shocked at the reported loss of lives due to consumption of illicit liquor in Kallakurichi. Many more victims are in serious condition battling for lives. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for speedy recovery of those in hospitals. Every now and then tragic loss of lives due to consumption of illicit liquors are reported from various parts of our state. This reflects continuing lapses in preventing production and consumption of illicit liquor. This is a matter of serious concern.” (Agency)

CASO day-4: Punjab Police teams conduct raids at top 10 drug hotspots of each district

Chandigarh, June 19, 2024 (Yes Punjab News)

Keeping the focus on controlling drug supply at ‘Point of Sale’ as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police on Wednesday continued its crackdown against drugs on the fourth day straight and massive raids were conducted at the top 10 drug hotspots in each 28 Police districts in the state.

The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav from 11am to 3pm simultaneously across the state.

Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla, who was personally monitoring this state-level operation, said that a list of drug hotspots— prepared by the Punjab Police after a meticulous data analysis— was handed over to all the district police heads in the state.

He said that CPs/SSPs were told to personally supervise this massive operation and plan it in a meticulous manner by identifying 10 top Drug Hotspots— the points of sale of drugs and psychotropic substances in their respective districts or certain areas which have become shelter/safe haven for drug peddlers.

Police teams under the supervision of an SP rank Officer were sent to cordon off such areas and conduct searches, he said, while adding that proper frisking of suspected persons and complete search of houses was done by the Police force with the help of sniffer dogs during the operation.

The Special DGP said that over 250 Police teams, comprising over 2500 police personnel, have cordoned off as many as 280 drug hotspots. During the operation, the Police registered 31 first information reports (FIRs) after arresting 43 persons, he said.

Meanwhile, Such operations at a mass-scale level not only help in infusing fear among anti-social elements but also boost public confidence and increase the presence of the cops in the field.

Punjab Health Minister urges people to clean water-stagnation pointsahead of rainy season

Chandigarh, 19 June, 2024 (Yes Punjab News)

With the rainy season is around the corner, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the state task force to chalk-out a strategy to prevent the outbreak of vector-borne and water borne diseases in the state. Vector-borne diseases include Dengue, Chikunguniya, Malaria, Lymphatic Filariasis, Japanese Encephalitis and Kala Azar.

Dr Balbir Singh, while reviewing the activities being carried out by the health department to deal with the threat of dengue, Malaria and other vector and water borne diseases, instructed them to concentrate on hotspots of these diseases, which are already identified and sensitise people of those areas to keep their surroundings clean.

He also appealed to people to keep vigil and clean all the vulnerable points including coolers, containers, pots, terrace etc in the houses, offices or any places where there is a possibility of stagnation of water. He said that this is the only way to break the breeding cycle of mosquitoes, who could mature from egg to adult in just one week.

The Health Minister also directed the health officials to conduct meetings with General Public and NGOs to make them part of fight against such diseases by keeping vigil on mosquito larvae. Concerned officials were directed to enhance fogging in cities as well as villages.

He also directed the officials to involve education department and sensitise students about these diseases and its symptoms as they can play pivotal role in keeping vigil around the stagnant water at or around their houses.

Dr Balbir Singh also proposed to use 829 Aam Aadmi Clinics, which witness over 50000 footfall per day, to sensitise people regarding prevention from dengue either via training the staff at clinics or by handing over pamphlets to the people visiting the clinics.

Meanwhile, the Health Minister also reviewed the functioning of Aam Aadmi Clinics, Farishtey Scheme and other ongoing projects of the Health Department.

In the meeting, Principal Secretary Health Ajoy Sharma, MD National Health Mission Dr Abhinav Trikha, Member Punjab Development Commission Anurag Kundu, Additional Secratary Medical Education and Research Rahul Gupta and other Program officers and officials were present.

PREVENTION BETTER THAN CURE

Clean coolers once a week and keep them dry for a day

Do not keep containers such as flower pots, broken items, tyres, etc on rooftops to prevent waters stagnation

All possible mosquito-breeding sources and sites should be detected and eliminated

Spray insecticides in and around the house

Do not close doors and windows when teams fog insecticides outside

In case of fever, report to a health dispensary immediately

Do not use Ibrufen/Asprin in case of fever, use paracetamol

Probe into imported Toyota, Yamaha models over fraudulent Japanese testing

Seoul, June 20 2024-

The South Korean government said on Thursday it has carried out a probe into some imported vehicles made by Japanese automakers Toyota Motor Corp. and Yamaha Motor Co. in connection with their improper certification tests in their home country.

Seoul’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said it has looked into whether 38 models from Japanese automakers currently under investigation for fraudulent certification tests in Tokyo were being sold in South Korea.

The ministry said none of the models in question have been imported into South Korea, reports Yonhap news agency.

It, however, discovered that some models of Toyota’s Lexus RX line and Yamaha’s Tmax and YZF-R3 motorcycle models sold in the country were equipped with the same engines and horns as ones in problematic models.

Accordingly, the ministry said it has been reviewing the three models for manufacturing defects since Friday.

As of this month, there are 6,749 registered Lexus RX units, 1,910 Yamaha Tmax units and 1,318 YZF-R3 units in the country.

The ministry said it plans to monitor measures taken by Japanese authorities and take proper action if the vehicles fail to meet safety standards. (Agency)

Punjab CM Mann hands over cheques worth Rs.1-cr each to families of two martyrs

Sangrur, June 19, 2024 (Yes Punjab News)

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday handed over cheques worth Rs 1 crore (each) as financial assistance to families of two martyrs of who had attained martyrdom during line of duty while serving the Indian Army.

Handing over the cheques to family members of martyr Tarlochan Singh s/o Raja Singh r/o village Jakhepal (Sunam) and Harsimran Singh s/o Nirmal Singh r/o village Bhasaud (Dhuri), the Chief Minister reiterated the firm commitment of the state government to help the families of the soldiers who sacrifice their life at the altar of the motherland.

He said that it is the bounden duty of the Punjab government to bail out the families of these heroes in hour of crisis. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the financial assistance to the families of martyrs is in consonance with the commitment of the state government to ensure the well being of the soldiers and their families.

The Chief Minister said that though it is an irreparable loss for the country in general and for the distressed family in particular and it cannot be repaid at any cost, but the government has made this humble effort in honour of the martyr.

He commended these heroes for their unwavering dedication to the nation adding that the state government stands by the families in this hour of grief and would leave no stone unturned to provide all possible assistance.

Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the people of the country will always remain indebted to these soldiers, who sacrificed their lives for the protection of the security and sovereignty of the country.

The Chief Minister said that these heroes have made the entire country and especially Punjab feel proud by displaying bravery, commitment and courage in the line of duty.

Bhagwant Singh Mann reiterated that due to implementation of Model Code of Conduct he was not able to come and hand over these cheques to the distressed families. But, he said that as soon as the Model Code of Conduct was lifted he had fulfilled the commitment of his government to hand over the cheques to these families.

Amitabh Bachchan says he shies away from promotional work for films

Mumbai, June 20 2024-

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared that he shies away from promotional work but expressed his delight about being part of the upcoming film ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, describing it as an extraordinary vision by the maker and director.

The cine icon took to his blog and shared some pictures from the movie’s event held in Mumbai on Wednesday evening.

“The day of presence… the day of being with the greats of those that make the presence of the film… KALKI 2898 AD,” he wrote.

“My presence for promotional work is one that I shy away from… but for the sake of the most humble Production team… and more particularly, a team that is run by daughters of the Head… it is a justification beyond personal choices… And…”

The actor then praised the team of the upcoming film, directed by Nag Ashwin.

“To be part of the vision of the maker and director, of some extraordinary thought, was a delight I had not imagined or was even close to…”

The thespian also shared a picture of himself “buying a ticket” of the film from producer Ashwini Dutt, the father-in-law of the director.

“Traditionally…buying the first ticket to the show from the Producer… the magnanimous, gentle, humble Shri Ashwini Dutt, father to Priyanka and Swapna, his daughters who run the production house… and father-in-law to Nag Ashwin, the director,” he wrote.

‘Kalki 2898 AD’ also stars Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, and Deepika Padukone, among many others.

It is slated for release on June 27. (Agency)

For Ali Fazal, 2024 has turned out to be extraordinary despite writers’ strike

Mumbai, June 20 2024-

Actor Ali Fazal, who has six projects scheduled for this year, stated that 2024 has been a boon for him despite experiencing hardships due to the writers’ strike in the West and now being involved in big projects in India.

Ali said: “This year has turned out to be quite extraordinary for me, despite the global writers’ strike. I had to take a significant break from international work, but life has been incredibly kind. Many exciting opportunities have come my way.”

The actor has ‘Mirzapur 3’ under Excel Entertainment, Anurag Basu’s ‘Metro… In Dino’, Mani Ratnam’s ‘Thug Life’ alongside Kamal Haasan, Rajkumar Santoshi’s ‘Lahore 1947’ under Aamir Khan Productions, the Hollywood film ‘Afghan Dreamers’ directed by Bill Guttentag, and another unannounced project.

“I’m thrilled to be part of Anurag Basu’s film ‘Metro… In Dino’ and Mani Ratnam’s ‘Thug Life’, as well as ‘Lahore 1947’ and several other projects. It’s been a chance to explore a variety of roles in a short time, especially considering ‘Mirzapur’ has been the only long-format show I’ve deeply engaged with over the past few years,” the actor added.

Ali added that as actors, “we love to grow, and the directors I’m working with are pushing me to perform in new and different ways.”

“I hope the audiences enjoy my performances and the stories I want to tell. On the production front, we’re excited to launch ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ globally and find a home for it in India and other territories. We’ve also announced five other projects with some wonderful creators.”

“While not all of these projects will have us acting, some will. These are baby steps in shaping our production house, Pushing Buttons Studios. We aim to nurture new talents and ourselves as well,” he added.

Ali also spoke about the “nesting stage” as he and his wife Richa Chadha are set to welcome their first child.

“Of course, this is also a time where we are nurturing our personal lives — it’s what I call the nesting stage, as we hope to start a family soon. It’s a very exciting time, and I look forward to sharing more in the coming months,” he added. (Agency)

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