cmyk cmyk cmyk himself fromit. Kausik Chandarecused Rajesh BindalafterJustice Acting ChiefJustice bench ofJusticeSarkarby was reassignedtothe case The 12. on August of hearingthepetition high courtsetthenextdate tion ofthePeople Acthe sions oftheRepresenta- pliance withtheprovi- petition wasfiledincom- The judgenotedthatthe slim marginof1956votes. who wontheelectionbya to BJP’s Sarkar alsoservedanotice polls.Justice Shampa devices relatedtothe preserve allrecordsand Election Commissionto poll.The courtdirectedthe Nandigram assembly lenging theresultof Banerjee’s petitionchal- Mamata Minister mitted West BengalChief Wednesday (July 14)ad- Calcutta HighCourton Kolkata, July14: MP Abdul Khalequesaid. Congress Islam,” other religiousplacesof mosques andreligious 500 metresaround ter ofpigsandsalepork, government bansslaugh- strike abalanceiftheState in Islam.ThenewBillwill “Pork isharam(forbidden) banned nearmosques. and saleofporkisalso ance ifslaughterofpigs sembly wouldstrikebal- Government’s inthe As- duced bythe Assam of thenewCattleBillintro- He saidthattheprovisions pork isforbiddeninIslam. should alsobebanned,as metres aroundmosques pigs andsaleofpork500 temples, thenslaughterof kilometre radiusof of beefistobannedin5- slaughter ofcowsandsale MP Khalequesaidthatif posed Assam CattleBill. ernment overthenewpro- heavily onthe Assam Gov- Khaleque hascomedown constituency Abdul gress MPfromBarpeta Guwahati, July14: slaughter ofPigs surgery inahospital.’ before undergoingthe spend around6months with mywife,whereI taken toKolkataalong After fewdays,Iwas further said.Headded: need ofmoney,” Karmakar kidney asIwasindire thoght Iagreedtosellmy to Rs3.5lakh. 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Shealsoaskedthat notice beservedtotheCommission,and was hearingthecaseonline,askedthata clared void.JusticeShampaSarkar, who that Suvendu Adhikari's electionbede- challenged theresultsincourt,andsought appeal forarecountofthevotes,shehad tion CommissionrejectedMsBanerjee's case bemovedoutofBengal.ftertheElec- pealed totheSupremeCourt,seeking Suvendu Adhikari has,meanwhile,ap- that sawmultipletwistsandturns.TheBJP's rival afteranexcruciatinglyslowcounting than 2,000votestoheraide-turned-arch state. TheChiefMinisterhadlostbyless RNI-ASSENG/2014/58385|GUWAHATI tacks personnelof Assam po- tolerated.“Anyone whoat- on policewouldnotbe chief ministerof Assam, attack said thatasalongheisthe ment, HimantaBiswaSarma ter spree”.Justifyinghisstate- Police goingonan“encoun- acting toallegationsof Assam CM Sarmasaidthiswhilere- ters intheStatewillcontinue. 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cmyk cmyk cmyk 2 THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 NATIONAL-INTERNATIONAL Taliban sweep through Herat province as Afghan advance continues Kabul, July 14 : The Taliban has and two nearby districts, Gozara and Taliban would not target "diplomats, to Afghanistan to root out al-Qaida swept through western Herat Injil, was now under Taliban control. embassies, NGOs and their staff". and prevent another attack on the province, seizing two key border Previously the insurgents had full All those groups have been hit by US, and had achieved that goal.The crossings to Iran and Turkmenistan, command of only one of Herat's 18 militant attacks in the past, so the transfer of Bagram airbase last week and much of the countryside districts, Obe, although they had a claim was met with scepticism. has already put an effective halt to beyond city limits.It was the latest heavy presence elsewhere.Another Several countries have closed down any significant US operations in the part of Afghanistan to collapse in senior Herat official said that the consulates in the northern city of country, although Washington has the face of a rapid militant advance, situation had been extremely Mazar-i-Sharif, including Turkey and promised drones and long-range jets during which they have taken dangerous on Thursday, but by Russia, as fighters closed in around will still offer some air support.The control of areas far beyond their Friday militias and security forces its outskirts, leaving the urban areas Taliban appear to have taken original southern strongholds. Their had thrown a cordon around greater besieged and isolated.It is a pattern neighbours and allies by surprise speed has fuelled fears the Herat and the city and its airport repeated across Afghanistan in with their advance, as well as the government in Kabul could fall were well protected.A spokesman recent weeks, with the Taliban opposition in Kabul. This week within months.In Herat, the civil war for the Taliban said they would allow seizing territory up to the edge of Tajikistan ordered 20,000 reservists People buy daily supplies at a bazaar in Hami City of northwest China's era warlord Ismail Khan called up cross-border commerce to continue big towns and cities, but not moving to reinforce its border with Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region his supporters overnight, and as normal through multiple outposts into them. Their only attempt to take Afghanistan, and Russia said on deployed armed units to guard key they had seized in the north and a provincial capital, Qala e Nau in Friday the Taliban now controls Afghanistan: US Defence parts of the city and its outskirts. west, which would provide a western Badghis, was repelled after about two-thirds of that frontier.A He is in his mid-70s, but called on all Russian foreign ministry armed men in the city to join the fight spokesperson, Maria Zakharova, Secretary Lloyd Austin and promised to go to the frontline urged all sides to "show restraint". himself."You can now see hundreds Iran has also this week hosted of armed men at my house, unofficial peace talks, a long-term on unannounced Kabul visit thousands gathered since proposal which was only finalised Kabul, July 14 : US Defence Secretary cabinet to visit Afghanistan. He flew into yesterday, with the help of God we after the last few weeks' advances.At Lloyd Austin has made an unannounced Kabul on Sunday at the end of a brief tour will go to the battlefield by this international negotiations the visit to Afghanistan, weeks before a of Asia."It's obvious that the level of evening, and change the situation," Taliban have presented themselves planned withdrawal of all remaining US violence remains pretty high in the he said in a video shared on social as changed from the brutal troops.After meeting President Ashraf country," he said, ."We'd really like to see media. Pictures showed gunmen ideologues who ruled Afghanistan Ghani in Kabul, he called for a responsible that violence come down, and I think if it massing in his courtyard.Abdullah 25 years ago, when they barred end to the war but would not say whether does come down it can begin to set the Abdullah, the head of the Afghan women from work and education and the deadline would be met.Mr Austin said conditions for some really fruitful government's peace council, enforced a strict form of sharia law the focus should be on reducing high diplomatic work."There are fears that if admitted that while the mobilisation with punishments including stoning levels of violence to allow a negotiated end foreign militaries withdraw before a lasting of militias like Khan's was "not the and amputation.They have to the conflict.The pullout was agreed with agreement is reached, the Taliban might best option under normal lucrative flow of revenue."All heavy fighting this week.Taliban promised to respect women's rights the Taliban by the Trump administration return to power. The Trump administration circumstances" it was now vital to borders now in IEA [Taliban] control officials said at a press conference under Islam, and frequently talk last year.But there are questions over made withdrawing troops from Afghanistan preventing a Taliban takeover.If the will remain open and functional," in Moscow on Friday they had about the importance of protecting whether the insurgents have kept their a priority. The deal signed in February 2020 Taliban advance is not stopped, the spokesman Suhail Shaheen said on already taken control of 85% of lives.Yet the group has driven pledge to negotiate with the Afghan said that the US and its Nato allies would group will never sit down for serious Twitter. The group already holds the Afghan territory. Government civilians from their homes and looted government.New US President Joe Biden withdraw all troops in 14 months if the negotiations, he added. The peace main northern crossing to Tajikistan, officials dismissed the figure as part and burned property in northern has said the 1 May deadline would be Taliban upheld its promises, including not talks he is leading for the in northern Badakhshan, which of a propaganda campaign.Senior Afghanistan, in apparent retaliation tough to meet, prompting warnings of allowing al-Qaeda or other militants to government have been stalled for reopened soon after changing military and international officials for cooperating with the "consequences" from the Taliban.Mr operate in areas it controlled, and months.One regional official said hands.On Thursday evening the estimate the group now controls government, Human Rights Watch Austin is the first member of Mr Biden's proceeding with national peace talks. most of Herat province, bar the city Taliban shared video of themselves nearly half of the 400 districts in warned in a new report.Residents of at Islam Qala border crossing, the Afghanistan, and is fighting in many Bagh-e Sherkat in Kunduz province main artery for trade with Iran. They others. It does not hold any of the said the attacks came in late June. Mumbai to roll out compulsory then took control of the nearby major urban areas.But the fact the The Taliban said locals had been Torghundi crossing to Taliban could make such a bold ordered to leave "for their own Turkmenistan, including customs, claim, the day after the US president, safety" during fighting and denied intelligence and police buildings. Joe Biden, confirmed a 31 August damaging property.The attacks are testing in crowded places Last month, as they raced through deadline for the final departure of an "ominous warning about the risk northern provinces and sent more American troops, is testament to of future atrocities," said Patricia Mumbai, July 14 : The Indian city of than 1,000 troops fleeing to their military success over the last Gossman, the associate Asia director Mumbai is to roll out mandatory neighbouring Tajikistan, they also few weeks.Biden shrugged off the of Human Rights Watch. "The coronavirus tests in crowded places as the took Shir Khan Bandar, the main Taliban's progress when he Taliban leadership has the power to country grapples with a rise in crossing for that region, about 30 confirmed the target date for stop these abuses by their forces infections.The local government said rapid miles north of the city of officially finalising the US but haven't shown that they are tests would be done randomly in areas Kunduz.Shaheen also said the withdrawal. He said troops had gone willing to do so." such as shopping centres and train stations.A refusal to be tested will "amount to an offence", it said.India recorded 40,953 South China Sea dispute: Huge Chinese new Covid cases on Saturday, the biggest daily jump for nearly four months. A total 'fishing fleet' alarms Philippines 159,000 people have died with the Manila, July 14 : The Philippines zone, the country's cross- militarizing the area".Chinese disease.It has seen more than 11.5 million has called on China to withdraw government task force said on officials did not respond immediately cases of coronavirus infections so far - more than 200 ships it accuses of Saturday.According to the when approached by foreign media and the number has been steadily climbing encroaching upon its territorial Philippines, China had about 220 for comment.China plays down for weeks as the country scrambles to waters in the South China vessels moored at the reef."We call reports that it uses fishing fleets to vaccinate its population and identify highly Sea.Defence Minister Delfin on the Chinese to stop this incursion help assert its territorial claims.Two contagious variants of the disease.In poor adherence to restrictions.In recent infections were climbing.Elsewhere, Lorenzana said the Chinese ships and immediately recall these boats years ago, Philippine President Mumbai, a coronavirus hotspot in the weeks Maharashtra, which has long been Covid-19 tests will reportedly not be were violating the Philippines' violating our maritime rights and Rodrigo Duterte defended his non- western state of Maharashtra, 2,982 people a virus hotspot, has accounted for the required for thousands of pilgrims maritime rights.The Philippines says encroaching into our sovereign confrontational approach to the have contracted the disease in the past 24 majority of new infections.Seven other expected to take a holy dip at an the fishing boats do not appear to territory," Defence Minister maritime dispute with a quip about hours.The rapid tests will be mandatory in states - including Kerala, Punjab, upcoming Hindu religious festival in be fishing and are crewed by China's Lorenzana said.media captionWhy Chinese President Xi Jinping."When crowded places such as shopping centres Karnataka, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, state.In this context, Prime maritime militia.Five years ago an is everyone fighting over the South Xi says 'I will fish' who can prevent and train stations from 22 March, city and - are also reporting Minister 's call for states international court rejected Chinese China Sea?He accused the Chinese him?" he said, quoted by the officials said.The commissioner of the local a resurgence of Covid-19.Some regions to contain the spread of infections claims of sovereignty over 90% of of a "provocative action of Associated Press. authority told India Today that people in India have brought back restrictions, sounds disingenuous. There is a clear the water mass.The Philippines, should "be ready for the swab test" including lockdowns and restaurant and present danger of India frittering Brunei, Malaysia, Taiwan and Miami imposes emergency whenever they enter a busy area in closures, while more are believed to be away the "advantage" of bringing new Vietnam have all been contesting Mumbai.The tests will be carried out for considering similar moves.With the infections down to lower levels in China's claim to almost all of the Sea curfew over spring break 'chaos' free - except those at shopping centres, easing of restrictions and life returning February.The vaccination drive began in for decades but tension steadily Miami, July 14 : A state of people over blocks and blocks," Mr where the costs will be covered by to normal in the densely packed cities, January in India, a country of more than increased in recent years.Beijing emergency has been declared in the Gelber told CNN. "If you're coming individuals.Mumbai officials did not Indians have been lax in following Covid- 1.3 billion people.More than 40 million continues to claim an area known as US city of Miami over concerns large here to go crazy, go somewhere specify what action would be taken 19 safety protocols.But what is still people have received at least one dose of the "nine-dash line" and has backed crowds gathering for spring break else."Spring break is a holiday against those who refuse to have unclear at the moment is whether new a Covid-19 vaccine so far.The rollout is its claim with island-building and pose a coronavirus risk.A 20:00-06:00 period for schools and universities tests.The local authority said it would variants of the virus are responsible for currently targeting elderly people and patrols, expanding its military curfew has been announced in in the US that usually takes place in use rapid antigen tests (RATs), a type of the new infections.Two variants are those with underlying health conditions, presence while maintaining that its Miami Beach and will remain in effect March or April. It attracts thousands test that detects the presence of proteins under investigation for possible links but it is expected to expand further soon.The intentions are peaceful.Photos for at least 72 hours.Traffic of students to Florida and other unique to the coronavirus.But research with the uptick in cases in a few government aims to use up to 500 million released by the Philippine coast restrictions are in place during the warm weather destinations around shows these tests are less reliable than states.Much of the blame, however, doses to cover 250 million "priority people" guard show a row of Chinese ships curfew, while businesses in the busy the country.Officials warned tourists other types and sometimes produce should lie with the authorities, who many by the end of July.Although the pace of moored at Whitsun Reef (called South Beach area must close.Miami to "vacation responsibly or be incorrect results.India has recorded the believe have been equally lax in vaccination has picked up, experts say Julian Felipe Reef by the Philippines) Beach Mayor Dan Gelber said arrested" prior to the holiday period, third-highest number of infections, and enforcing Covid-19 measures.The unless the drive is scaled up the target in the South China Sea on 7 thousands of tourists had brought and a county-wide midnight the fourth-highest number of deaths, of cricket board allowed tens of thousands could be missed.Prime Minister Modi, 70, March.The reef lies within the "chaos and disorder" to the city."It coronavirus curfew was already in any country in the world.Infections of spectators, mostly unmasked, to pack received a dose on 1 March. After receiving Philippines' exclusive economic feels like a rock concert, wall-to-wall place due to the pandemic. started to dip at the start of 2021, but a stadium for a match in western the jab, he urged people to take the vaccine doctors have blamed a fresh wave on Ahmedabad city last week, even as when their turn comes. Eleven Euros winners off the pitch-our moments of the tournament London, July 14 : Much excitement Television pundit Ian Wright powder-grey seersucker Armani Cup. They were back last week, with was caused by a cute remote control donned tribute neckwear for the blazer with chic specs and on-trend the class of 2021 riding them during Volkswagen delivering the match ball semi-final.The manager of reigning 'tache. Like Peter Sellers meets a water-based recovery session. to the centre-spot for the early Women's Super League champions someone from Guess Who? meets Frolicking 19-year-old Bukayo Saka games. It then went into hibernation Chelsea proved such a hit as an ITV a fashion god.Lakima Sterling went looked especially thrilled. Those - presumably in a tiny garage - before pundit - tactically insightful and viral last week for her key role in rainbow manes are terribly now, reappearing for the semi-finals. It infectiously enthusiastic - that she the England hero's early career. She too.Bigwigs at both terrestrial resembled a hamster driving a dinky was promoted to pitchside duties spent her teens taking her kid broadcasters have watched mega- Uber and even got its own Twitter for the semi-final. Hayes' victory brother on three buses across ratings roll in. BBC One pulled in a account, @TinyFootballCar.The dance when England won was a London every day to train at QPR's whopping 20.9m for last Saturday's England gaffer's trademark World jiggy joy.An England v Italy final academy, not getting home until England v Ukraine quarter-final. This Cup 2018 waistcoat has been is a clash of the best-dressed 11pm. It paid off. He even bought was beaten on Wednesday when a succeeded by a knitted polka-dot tie. dugouts. Immaculate Azzurri her a house to say thank record 27.6m tuned into ITV for the The £49 accessory from boutique manager Roberto Mancini has been you.Unicorn pool-floats first found semi against Denmark - the biggest People attend a Stop Asian Hatecandlelight vigil in a city park of Alhambra, Brit label Percival promptly sold out outshone by his assistant Alberico viral fame as part of an England team- ever peak UK audience for a match. Los Angeles County, California and sales of similar styles doubled. Evani, who combines the squad's building exercise at the 2018 World Read it and weep, Simon Cowell. STATE THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 3 Deputy commissioner chaired a meeting with representatives of various telecom service providers to set up more mobile tower networks in the district to enable seamless mobile connectivity so that the students can keep attending online classes without difficulties Rangapara, 14 July : As a follow-up to the decision taken in the 7th weekly Cabinet meeting held under the chair- manship of Hon'ble CM Dr. on June 30, 2021, to set up more mobile tower networks in the state to enable seamless mobile connectivity so that the students can keep attending online classes without diffi- culties, a third meeting with representatives of various telecom service providers was convened at the confer- Illicit liquor seized ence hall of the Deputy Commissioner's office here today under the chairmanship of Sonitpur Deputy Commissioner inBarpeta Road Bhupesh Chandra Das. Present in the meeting were ADC (e-governance) Dyotiva Bora, Inspector of Schools, Barpeta, 14 June: A joint operation by the excise depart- BEEOs and others. The following decisions were taken in ment and police against illicit liquor trade in various parts the meeting: The DC directed the telecom service provid- in Barpeta district. Total 300 litres of local illicit wine with ers to ensure high speed internet connectivity in the ar- brewing units was destroyed by the team from Kalahbhanga, eas already covered by them and ensure there is no dis- Babupara, and Railway Colony under Barpeta Road police ruption of network so as to enable seamless online classes station. Meanwhile, other operations at different places in for the students.The BEEOs present were asked to verify the district seized a total 87 bottles of wine. Zafar Ali, who all the remaining areas which are yet to be covered by the was involved in the trade of illicit wine, was arrested and mobile network connectivity, such as char areas, forest sent to jail today. He was accused of storing wine illegally areas, etc., and explore the possibility of installation of in a number of dhabas on NH-31. new towers in such areas. He also directed concerned Union Home Ministry officials to hold another meeting with the DFOs and for- est department officials regarding installation of towers Requests CBI to Inquire into the in all such uncovered areas.The DC also directed the ser- vice providers to fufill all necessary formalities from their Deaths of Ms. Rosy Sangma and end to get the pending NOCs (offline) cleared from the Shri Samuel Sangma district administration within 3 days. New Delhi, July 14 : The Union Home Ministry has re- International Hindu Sena quested the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to Seven more poor people from Nagaon inquireinto the case of the deaths of Ms. RosySangma and distributes foods Shri Samuel Sangma. The case relates to death of Ms. Rosy North Lakhimpur, July 14: Under the supervision of Interna- Sangmain a hospital in Gurgaon on June 24 this year after tional Hindu Sena state general secretary Prashanta Hujgaon sell their kidneys in Kolkata she had complained of a medical condition. Later, Shri Burhagohain and under the aegis of International Hindu Sena Samuel Sangma, a relative of Ms. Rosy Sangma, suspect- Lakhimpur district committee, food and other materials have through illegal human organs traffickers ing medical negligence, had an altercation with doctors been distributing everyday among the helpless, disabled and and staff of the hospital. On the next day, June 25 the Delhi poor people in Lakhimpur district. The distribution program NAGAON, July 14: Amidst the sen- brokers. The victims villagers who sold those three youths who were being Police received information regarding the death of Shri started on July 9 in the presence of eminent scientist Padmashree sational flash of illegal trade of human their kidneys to wealthy beneficiaries trapped in Kolkata at any cost and also Samuel Sangmain New Delhi. The family of the deceased Uddhav Bharali in North Lakhimpur with the distribution of organs from the poor villagers at Nellie in Kolkata based Hospital, were Raju urged the same to take stern action has alleged that Ms. Rosy Sangmahad died due to negli- food for lunch, drinking water, ORS and masks. Since Lakhimpur in Morigaon district by a thriving Das, his wife Manju Das, Jitu Das, against those who allegedly involved gence on part of the hospital. They also attributed some district is a total containment zone now, so the program will racket of organ trafficking, the ten- Mohendra Das, Baputi Das and Bishal in the thrilling trade of human organs. alleged foul play in the death of Shri SamuelSangma by the continue till the total lockdown not ends, informed the Interna- tacles of human organ traffickers ex- Das. Speaking to the local media per- Meanwhile the name of one Nantu hospital personnel. tional Hindu Sena general secretary Prashanta Burhagohain. tended its hands even to greater sons here one victim Raju Das admit- alias Plaban Borthakur of Nagaon Nagaon district too. It came into light ted today that he along with his wife Jajori area who permanently shifted to Societies/Unions Pay rich Tributes, Late Sora put recently that around seven such poor Manju Das donated their kidneys to Dhubri a decade ago was entangled victims from Hujgaon, on the outskirts two wealthy beneficiaries in Kolkata with the entire trade of human organs. of Nagaon town, sold their kidneys to and for that he had not received any- The people from his native village also at his Rest in his Yodi Momen Residence at Aalo wealthy beneficiaries in a Kolkata thing else while his wife was paid Rs 5 went on rampage today and appealed cated govt employee who served in many by wives, five daughters and three sons. based Hospital recently due to pursu- lakhs for her kidney by a man who to the state government to take exem- capacities during his service life. He joined In his demise, the Galo community has ance as well as instigation of a gang of booked them and took to Kolkata plary action against Nantu alias Plaban as JE RWD in 1993, promoted to Techni- losta true stalwart, a social worker, a phi- human organ traffickers. Besides, three based Hospital recently. Expressing Borthakur, his wife and other associ- cal Assistant in 1996, promoted as AE in losopher and a guiding light whose enor- more people from the same village were high concern over the issue, the vil- ates who targeted the economically the same year and promoted as EE, PHED mous contributions for uo liftment of being trapped in Kolkata for selling lagers from Hujgaon today appealed poor villagers and instigated them to in 207 and served at Itanagar, Daporijo, Galo Society which will always be cher- kidneys by the illegal human organ to the state government to rescue sell their kidneys for long. Seppa and Aalo. He was a social worker ished and remembered. The void created of the Galo community sa President of by his untimely demise will be difficult Young Doctor from Golaghat Secured GWS West Siang Unit and as Vice Chair- to be filled up. The society prayed for Former man of Galo Language Development eternal peace of the departed soul and Position in Master of Surgery teacher Committee from 2016 and EE PHED of condoled the family members and relatives Golaghat, Jul 14: Dr. Vijaya Agarwalla, in Ophthalmology from Assam Medical Col- Aalo PHED till his death.he is survived to come out of the profound grief. daughter of Sandip - Seema Singhi lege and Hospital, Dibrugarh. Friends, fam- passes away (Agarwalla) from Golaghat has secured sec- ily members and the local people have con- Biswanath COVID-19 situation continues ond position in the Master of Surgery (MS) gratulated Dr Vijaya on her achievement. Charisli, July 14 : to worsen in Lakhimpur Deba Lockdown Extended for One Kumar North Lakhimpur, July 14: The discharged from hospitals and home quar- COVID-19 pandemic situation continues antine. On Wednesday, 138 recovered pa- Upadhyaya to worsen in Lakhimpur district.On tients were discharged from institutional More Day in Golaghat (78), a resident of Aalo, July 14 : The Central GWS, GWS Wednesday, altogether 8702 COVID-19 isolation while 47 recovered patients were Golaghat, Jul 14: In view of two days Lockdown for one more day. As such tomorrow, i.e Gandhari basti under Aalo Unit, GSU, GPF,BAWS, RWS, cases have been detected across the dis- discharged from home isolation. On the the rising trend of Covid 19 on July 15 all grocery shops, retail shops, vegetable and fruit Biswanath district passed KKWS Aalo Unit and various wings of trict. On the other hand, 125 people of the other hand, around 240 children (under 18) positive cases in Golaghat vendors in the entire Golaghat district will remain closed . away on Tuesday night GWS paid floral tributes when late Er. district tested positive for noval have been affected by COVID-19 during due to prolonged illness coronavirus infection today. On this day, the second wave. Yesterday, a eleven years and to prevent further spread However Pharmacy and Milk vending points, banks, tea gar- Kirba Sora, EE PHED and President GWS, of the disease Deputy Com- den and other essential services are exempted from this order at Chandigarh. the Lakhimpur district Health Department boy named Manas Jyoti Borah from Upadhyaya, a retired West Siang Unit was put to final rest at conducted 8702 COVID tests. With these Hatilung Bantow, near North Lakhimpur missioner of Golaghat and . The order was issued under the regulations of Assam Covid his Yodi Momen Residence on 12th July Chairman of District Disaster 19 Regulations 2020 of Section 2(1) . Any violating of this teacher of Gamiri HS was fresh patients the cumulative total of town, died by COVID-19. Manas Jyoti suffering from cancer and last. He breathed hids last at Apollo Hos- COVID-19 cases of the district has hiked was the son of Nakul Borah and Anju Management Authority order will be considered as offence under Assam Covid 19 pital Guwahati after fighting a prolonged to 8577 since April 1 of current year. Out Borah, and was a student of Sankardev Mrigesh Narayan Baruah to- Containment Regulations 2020 and Disaster Management Act breathed his last while un- illness. The societies hailed him as dedi- of them, 7687 recovered patients have been Sishu Niketan, North Lakhimpur. day has ordered to extend the 2005 besides Under Section 188 IPC and other relevant laws, dergoing treatment in the DC stated in the order. Chandigarh. He was closely associated with The Grievance RedressalMechanism is the Core of the New Digital Media Twitter Losing Immunity for Not many socio-cultural orga- Complying With IT Rules: Govt to HC nizations of the greater Ethics Code: Shri Vikram Sahay, Joint Secretary, Ministry of I&B New Delhi, July 14 : The Centre on Monday, 5 July, told the Gamiri area. His demise Delhi High Court that Twitter has failed to comply with IT was deeply condoled by the central body of Asam Rules 2021 as on Thursday, 1 July, leading to a loss of its Nepali Sahitya Sabha, PIB Organises Virtual Workshop on immunity as an "intermediary".In a short affidavit, the Ministry Biswanath district commit- of Electronics and Information Technology said: "IT Rules, tee of Asam Nepali Sahitya 2021 are the law of the land and Respondent No. 2 (Twitter) is Sabha among others. He mandatorily required to comply with the same. Any non- left behind him a son, two Digital Media Ethics Code-2021 compliance amounts to breach of the provisions of the IT daughters along with a Rules, thereby leading to Respondent No. 2 losing its immunity host of relatives. Guwahati, July 14 : tions from elected representatives, news portals. However, furnishing director General (Odhisha Region) conferred under Section 79(1) of the IT Act, 2000. Grievanceredressal mechanism is Supreme Court and High Court of basic information regarding the extended the vote of thanks and the core of the Digital Media Ethics cases and also opinions in media. publisher in prescribed form is man- gave the closing remarks. Shri Code-2021 and has been framed as The aim was also to create an insti- datory in order to have the required Chaudhry said that the grievance a citizen centric regulation for the tutional mechanism for grievance database with the government. Shri redressal mechanism will highly benefitof the common man, said Shri redressalas the government is re- Sahay said that digital media pub- benefit the common people. Around Vikram Sahay, Joint Secretary, Min- ceiving large number of such griev- lishers are expected to adhere to the 300 participants representing istry of Information and Broadcast- ances and this new code will en- Code of Ethics, furnish information Online Media, OTT platforms, Aca- ing. He was addressing a virtual sure a proper grievance redressal to the ministry in requisite format demicians, Journalism Students, workshop today with the represen- system, he said. Addressing the as early as possible, and constitute media persons of the states of North tatives of media persons, academi- concerns of the digital media pub- self-regulating body. Shri S. N. east, Odhisha and West Bengal and cians and the students of Journal- lishers with regard to adhering to Pradhan Additional Director the officials of Ministry of Informa- ism from the North eastern States, the Code of Ethics, Shri Sahay said General,North east Zone welcomed tion and Broadcasting attended the Odhisha and West Bengal. The that the code of ethics are identi- the gathering and highlighted the virtual interaction. In the Question- Workshop was organised by Press cally the same norms which are pres- salient features of the Digital Me- answer sessionissues ranging from Information Bureau, Guwahati. ently applicable to traditional me- dia Ethics Code-2021.Without de- curbing of fake news, authenticity Highlighting the key features of the dia and also instead of joining the priving the common mass from the of content, censorship for social rules related to Digital News Pub- existing national regulatory bodies, benefits of the Digital media plat- media contents were discussed in lishers and OTT Platforms of Digi- they can come together to make forms, Ministry of Information and the Workshop. SmtHiramoni Das, tal Media Ethics Code-2021, Shri new self-regulatory bodies. Talking Broadcasting has formulated these Field Exhibition Officer and Sahay said that its framing was very about the registration process of ethics code just to guide the fast ShriGopajit Das, Media and Com- much necessary due to the large digital media, Shri Sahay said that emerging media platforms, he said. munication Officer, Guwahati mod- number of grievances, representa- no registration is needed for online Shri Rajinder Chaudhry, Additional erated the workshop. Transit Vehicles, Meghalaya 4 THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 EDITORIAL THE ASSAM RISING VOL. NO. VI, ISSUE NO. 150 THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 Europe has created a two-tier vaccination world too. Rather system that will hit poorer countries Barkha Dutt called the perceived vac- precedent. After 18 months of drastically than a rejection cine snub "ugly racism".Now a full- slowed down economic activity, setting Whatever else emerges from the US's 2020 election, one blown diplomatic crisis is unfolding. On up a two-tier system that affects trade thing is clear: it has not delivered a comprehensive repudia- the day the EU pass was launched with- and business travel would severely tion of Donald Trump. The shock of 2016 has not been un- out Covishield, India threatened retalia- knock the ability of poorer countries to done. There is nothing in the result to expiate the humiliation tory action, with a government source recover - not to mention the human cost of the last four years, the disgraceful vulgarity and illegality. telling the BBC that Delhi would "insti- paid by families separated across Even if Joe Biden is ultimately sworn in as president, the fact tute a reciprocal policy for recognition of continents.But beyond the headlines that Trump was not booed off the greatest stage in world the EU digital Covid certificate" if India- lies not overt prejudice, but bureaucratic politics in disgrace will be hard for Biden's supporters to produced vaccines were not added to EU procedures that result in de facto dis- come to terms with. This is an inconvenient truth not for the travel passes. The Indian media reported crimination. According to the EMA, US alone, it has implications for the rest of the world the story using language that suggests Covishield was not included in the vac- too.Rather than a rejection of Trump, the election results re- national sovereignty has been cine passport scheme because its manu- shuffle the finely balanced and deeply polarised configura- slighted.The irony is that the vast major- facturer, the Serum Institute of India, tion that has prevailed in American politics since the days of ity of Covishield vaccinations adminis- had not applied for marketing Bill Clinton in the 1990s. As in 2016, Trump lost the overall tered in low-income countries were only authorisation; yet this would be an odd vote, but he continues to command overwhelming majorities available as a result of a global effort, to thing to do as the vaccine is not manu- in small-town and rural white America. Despite his vitupera- which the EU has factured for marketing and use in Eu- tive hostility towards immigrants, Trump made remarkable f you are in the UK and have re branded as pledged £850m, rope (the institute has since applied for gains among the rather diverse group crudely lumped to- ceived the AstraZeneca jab, you may Covishield, which has " Nesrine Malik called Covax, to com- authorisation). The EMA said that gether under the label Latino. Confusingly, he did well not I have been checking your batch num- not been included in the EU pass. bat the pandemic. Covax's mission state- Covishield licensing under AstraZeneca only with anti-socialist communities of Cubans and Venezu- ber in the past few days to see if you Covishield is approved by the World ment is "to ensure that people in all cor- was not enough because manufactur- elans in Miami, but with Mexican-Americans in Texas too. were one of the 5 million Britons who Health Organization and has been de- ners of the world will get access to C-19 ing conditions differed from facility to And he continues to garner a majority of votes from white received a version of the vaccine manu- scribed as the backbone of the vaccina- vaccines once they are available, regard- facility, therefore all licensees had to women and white men of all backgrounds.In the meantime no factured in India. That vaccine has not tion effort across Africa and in low- and less of their wealth".A lot of the goodwill apply separately.For now, the outrage one, either inside or outside the country, should be under been approved by the European Com- middle-income countries. What's bizarre towards that effort, and trust in the do- expressed by non-European countries any illusion about the scale of the nationalist and xenopho- mission for its new digital Covid certifi- is that Covishield is merely an India-pro- nor nations, risks being squandered be- seems to have partly worked. At the end bic electoral bloc. The GOP has lurched into the territory of cate, which went live last week.The cer- duced version of the AstraZeneca vac- cause of this unequal treatment by the of last week seven European countries Viktor Orbán and Recep Tayyip Erdo?an and, nevertheless, tificate allows a vaccinated person to cine so, naturally, it was widely assumed EU of a vaccine it has previously been individually approved Covishield. But commands solid support. Indeed, for a sizeable minority of travel, without the need for quarantine or that it would be given the same recogni- eager to market and fund. The absurdity the fact that this predictable anger was the electorate, it is precisely the stridency of Trump and the further testing, between the EU's 27 coun- tion in terms of travel and health status. of this was not lost on the African Union, unforeseen is revealing of a complacent GOP that appeals. They love Trump's aggression, and his tries (and four associated European na- Travellers to the EU living in countries which in a joint statement with the Africa bureaucracy oblivious to the needs and gleeful slaughter of liberal sacred cows. Now he has mod- tions). Hence headlines over the week- distributing Covishield have been re- Centres for Disease Control and Preven- perceptions of most of the world.There elled the style, there will be plenty of others who will want to end about "travel bans" and Europe be- ceiving conflicting information: on the tion, criticised the "inequitable" treat- is a valuable lesson in all this. In the follow.In a divided country, virtually every facet of reality is ing "off limits" to some British travellers. one hand being reassured by govern- ment. They urged the EU to "consider early days of the pandemic the challenge seen through a partisan lens. Not unreasonably, the Demo- However, the odds are that UK citizens ments that the vaccine they are receiv- increasing mandatory access to those was in understanding that we were all in crats tried to make the election into a referendum on Trump's will probably be fine and their travel to ing is safe and globally recognised; and [Covax] vaccines deemed suitable for this together, that few are safe until ev- handling of the coronavirus crisis. But that did not prove to Europe will proceed unhindered: the on the other being rebuffed by EU em- global rollout". In other words, if vac- eryone is. Today, this mantra is repeated be a winning card. Almost half of Americans did not agree prime minister himself said he was "con- bassies that robotically inform them their cines are safe and effective enough to be by just about every scientist in the that Trump's disastrous and irresponsible performance dis- fident" that there "will not be a problem" vaccination status may not be valid for distributed by the EU, they are safe and world.But it's becoming clear that pro- qualified him from the presidency. This hardly bodes well for for travellers. It was just "an administra- travel.Last month, according to east Af- effective enough to be accepted by the tective solidarity requires not just good- the effort to gain control of the disease, which would be the tive hurdle" that should be "straightened rica-based travellers I have spoken with, EU.The optics are terrible. The episode will and sharing of resources, but the first task of a Biden administration.If there is no collective out", a member of the UK's Joint Commit- the French embassy in Nairobi informed touches all types of nerves, as it has in dismantling of protectionist infrastruc- will to take preventive action, then everything continues to tee on Vaccination and Immunisation told potential travellers that "for now the Britain - where it will no doubt do little to ture that is not fit for purpose under the ride on a magic bullet: a vaccine. But even that will not guar- the BBC.What isn't in the headlines as Covishield vaccine, even though it is shift the post-Brexit stereotype of a spite- conditions of a swiftly mutating global antee success. Opinion polling suggests that no more than a much is that millions of other potential produced under AstraZeneca licence, is ful EU. For non-western countries, the virus. As millions of UK citizens find bare majority will agree to be vaccinated, with Republican- travellers have been in this situation for not recognised by the European Medi- most inflammatory implication is that even themselves caught on the wrong end leaning Americans particularly resistant. The implication is much longer, and are yet to receive any cines Agency (EMA) and France at the though the two AstraZeneca vaccines are of an inflexible system, and as Britain that the US will limp along, not effectively controlling the sort of clarity or reassurance. These are moment". The news has triggered accu- exactly the same, the one produced in starts to contemplate its own post-vac- outbreak and going through repeated lockdowns. The im- the residents of many non-European sations that the EU is again raising the India must be inferior: an idea that even cine travel rules and general reopening pact on communities and small businesses is likely to be countries across the world who have re- barriers of "Fortress Europe" against the taints some of the stock distributed in to the world, this is a lesson we should devastating.Even assuming the virus can be mastered, a ceived the Indian-manufactured vaccine, rest of the world. Indian journalist the UK. The whole affair sets a worrying be paying close attention to. Biden administration would face an uphill political battle. Its formidable foes are the GOP in Congress, led by Mitch McConnell, the sulphurous boss of the Senate Republicans. The longer Covid goes on for, the more Ahead of the election, riding a wave of over-optimism about the likely result, Nancy Pelosi played a dangerous game. The House speaker held out for a gigantic second stimulus pack- age in excess of $2tn, but no "blue wave" swept the Demo- I feel the call of the crowd crats to control of Congress.Now, with a diminished majority, ednesday was a historic night of strangers from our lives, all the same. we can satisfy our elemental yearning to why, in the spring and summer of 2020, Pelosi will have to return to the bargaining table to negotiate for Brisbane's Suncorp sta My team has been without its own foot- rejoin our fellow fans, comrades and tens of thousands of people across the with McConnell. To the pleasure of Wall Street, he has an- Wdium, and on the field, the ball ground for 29 years, and for my en- congregants in a crowd, there are ques- country chose to join crowds - mostly at nounced that he is willing to make a deal, but this is an omi- Queensland Maroons beat the New tire adult life, we have sung a song of tions to consider. How long will it be un- protests, but also illegal raves and block nous sign. Any package that McConnell will agree to is more South Wales Blues 20-14 in the State of yearning and anger: "Show me the way til we can safely go back to full-capacity parties - despite all the dangers of a fatal or less guaranteed not to meet the social crisis facing tens of Origin rugby league finale. But it was to Plough Lane, I'm tired and I want to sporting events, clubs, carnivals and pandemic. For that matter, why do people millions of unemployed Americans, and struggling cities and around the perimeter of the pitch that go home."When, against unimaginable churches? Moreover, how will we feel join crowds even in normal times? Given states across the country. And yet, to save the economy the real magic was happening. A sell- odds, Wimbledon did finally return to when we do finally return to the crowd, the anxiety, the possibility of violence, from catastrophe, the Democrats may well be forced to ac- out crowd of 49,155 unmasked fans had Plough Lane, to play their first ever after what is likely to have been more than panic, crushes and clashes, the loss of cept McConnell's terms.However necessary, any deal with gathered, a world record since the onset match in their newly a year of absence? control, of peace, of quiet, the suffocating McConnell should be regarded as a poison pill. Every item of of Covid-19 - and, packed in side by side, built stadium, on 3 No- " Dan Hancox With trepidation, with of our individual agency, the muffling of Biden's progressive agenda - health, childcare and educa- they roared, arms aloft, with a volume vember, of course I excitement, or - as I sus- our own voice - why do we do it?I know tion - would be on the block. The wider world would be and zeal appropriate to the spectacle. could not be there, and instead had to pect - both at once, in great abundance? the answer, because I have felt the vis- pleased to see a Biden administration reverse Trump's deci- The stadium capacity cap had been lifted log on via a stream. The iFollow feed Many people hate and fear crowds at the ceral pull of the phantom crowd too, sion to exit the Paris climate agreement. But any talk of a from 75% to 100% for the game in buffered for about a quarter of the match, best of times - they can trigger every- throughout the mind-numbing isolation Green New Deal would likely be cut off at the knees. The Queensland, where the borders remain and then the commentary cut out for an- thing from mild anxiety to agoraphobia of the pandemic. We join them because Republicans like to talk about infrastructure but in four years closed, and it has been more than two other 20 minutes, leaving a howling void and PTSD. For those of us who love them located there, in the heart of the crowd - in office, Trump never delivered an investment programme. If months since the last locally transmitted where our hoarse, delirious voices and miss them, much of the thrill draws as we are pummelled by noise, subsumed Senate Republicans were won over to a Biden green energy case of Covid was detected.For those of should have been. I clicked "refresh" on the same roots as that anxiety - it is in something much bigger than ourselves plan, you can count on it being tailormade for the business us locked down in the northern hemi- about 300 times; I texted my father - with the desire to lose a part of yourself, and - is something fundamental about what lobby. There is no chance whatsoever that the Senate would sphere, the photos and videos appeared whom I should have been watching this be overwhelmed.Of course, there have it is to be human. The innate instinct grant Biden the formal ratification of the Paris agreement, a as if beamed in via satellite from an alter- truly historic event - in frustration. I dis- been crowds in the UK since March - for crowd participation is like a muscle legal victory denied to as it was to Bill Clinton native reality, or a mislabelled piece of tractedly dragged my laptop into the even if they have not had the official sanc- we haven't been able to exercise - but over the Kyoto protocol.This would leave the United States archival footage. And for many of us, this kitchen and did the washing up. The word tion of their 50,000 happy counterparts one that is there all the same, and will unable to credibly commit to carbon neutrality. The progress disorientation is mixed with a deep envy anticlimax does not do it justice.Before in Brisbane. And it's worth considering never waste away. of technology and the falling cost of renewable energy may - a longing for the multi-sensorial assault be the trump card, but a technical fix can only take you so far. of crowd participation and a desire to ex- Deep decarbonisation may in due course open the door to a plode like coiled springs from our months The planned public-sector pay freeze new green growth model. But, in the medium term, it requires of social isolation and distancing - to hug painful structural change that will have to be initiated from strangers, throw ourselves into moshpits the top down.Any progress in the next four years would de- and sing along with anyone who hap- betrays the heroes Johnson clapped for pend on administrative makeshift and painful compromise. pens to be singing anything, at all, any- lapped, applauded, betrayed. they determined that firefighters, nurses economic hit. The subsequent handing The Obama administration delivered a masterclass in both where. Until then, we remain in the un- the potential and the limits of that kind of governance. A Our key workers were raptur and teachers would pick up the tab for a of test and trace to private contractor canny valley that has become our ev- ously cheered in the early crisis unleashed by bankers - who, after cronies, combined with the swift reopen- Biden administration would no doubt benefit from this expe- eryday lives.Watching the eerie theatre C weeks of the pandemic for their sacri- all, bankroll Britain's governing party - ing of the economy, schools and uni- rience, but it would face what may be Trump's most formi- of the Premier League since it resumed dable legacy: a court system packed at every level with pro- fice and effort from windows, balco- public-sector workers suffered real terms versities, led to yet another avoidable without fans has felt like watching Lars nies and pavements. Now, in what is pay cuts of up to 14%. Less than five coronavirus surge, and a renewed business, anti-regulation judges. In a single term Trump man- von Trier's Dogville - stripped back to aged to appoint a quarter of federal judges, who will be en- already being described as the "cap for months ago Johnson promised that his lockdown with its inevitable economic its bare bones, an experience further dis- carers", they are to be rewarded with a government would "not go back to the destruction. This is on the Conserva- acting his agenda for decades to come.Faced with obstruc- jointed by the needling artifice of fake tion in every direction, we should not be surprised if the de renewed attack on their wages. "Thank austerity of 10 years ago", but Boris tives, and yet they expect the pillars of crowd noise and the vast cardboard cut- you to the NHS and all of our critical Johnson is not a man known for stick- British society to suffer the conse- facto lead on economic policy continues to lie not with the outs and strange adverts that cover the elected executive branch, but with the Federal Reserve. The workers for all you are doing to fight quences. Reports suggest the chancel- empty seats. As a supporter of AFC coronavirus. You really are an inspira- lor, Rishi Sunak, will resuscitate divide- Fed chairman, Jay (Jerome) Powell, has been nothing if not Wimbledon, a team formed from scratch " Owen Jones accommodating. And, from the point of view of the rest of tion," declared Boris Johnson. But prime and-rule arguments, pointing out that in 2002 by its supporters, when the origi- ministerial platitudes are not legal ten- ing to his word.Perhaps some will ar- private-sector workers have been worse the world, Fed leadership may be no bad thing. Cheap dollars nal Wimbledon FC were uprooted to ease the pressure on the world economy. But there are dis- der to pay the household bills, rents and gue that, sure, last time workers were hit than their public-service counter- Milton Keynes by profit-hungry ghouls, mortgages of key workers whose efforts unfairly punished for the grave errors parts. Instead of aiming anger at the tinct limits to what any central bank can do in responding to I have long found myself repeating our the economic shock caused by the virus. And there are seri- will now be marked with more real-terms of the powerful, but this global pan- government for causing another unofficial motto: A football club is noth- pay cuts.Health workers are suppos- demic is an act of God for which no one lockdown and disruption to those work- ously toxic side-effects of an endlessly expansionary mon- ing without its fans. What Covid-19 has etary policy, notably in inflating speculative bubbles that edly exempt from the coming onslaught, can be blamed. Yes, the virus took all ing in retail or hospitality, we're being taught me is that this isn't just a hokey but millions of other public-sector work- nations by surprise, but the calamitous asked to direct our venom at our benefit the fortunate minority who own shares.What the Fed truism. Untethered from the crowd that cannot deliver is what the US desperately needs, a major ers who kept the show on the road - in response of the government has en- neighbours who've been required to go justifies their existence, the players and upgrade in public services, starting with electoral machinery, spite of the catastrophic failings of their sured an economic shock whose scale into work every day to keep our coaching staff are just a group of men childcare, healthcare and 21st-century infrastructure. With- own government - are to face a poten- was avoidable. By locking down too late, schools, councils and social services out that, the impasse of a divided American society and a naked before the Lord, shouting "Lines tial three-year pay freeze.The weekly clap our rulers allowed infections to sky- running. If Britain had a rational politi- dysfunctional politics will continue. That is the prospect that of four!" at each other at periodic was always tinged with hypocrisy, as rocket, necessitating a protracted cal culture, the debate would centre on should most worry the rest of the world. Far from closing the intervals.People have missed far more Tory politicians who spent the best part lockdown and ripping consumer confi- driving up the wages of private and book on the last four years, even if there is a change of in- important things than football matches of a decade attacking the jobs, salaries, dence out of the economy: we were lum- public-sector workers alike, ensuring cumbent in the White House, this election threatens to con- during the pandemic - births, marriages pensions and terms and conditions of bered with the double whammy of everyone has a decent day's pay for a firm and entrench the poisonous status quo. and deaths, chief among them - but there public-sector workers joined in. After Europe's worst death toll and a severe decent day's work. is a poignancy to the absence of crowds BUSINESS THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 5 Apeda plans to revamp, im- prove National Programme for India's GDP to grow at 11% this fiscal; Organic Production standards Mumbai, July second wave of COVID a worry: ADB 14: These steps, along with a fo- Mumbai, July 14: India's economy is ex- conditions."The government's push to the cus on organic pected to grow 11 per cent in fiscal year manufacturing sector through the produc- variety with GI (FY) 2021, which ends on March 31, 2022, tion-linked incentive scheme will expand products, may amid a strong vaccine drive.ADB on domestic production and help integrate help the country Wednesday said the Indian economy is domestic manufacturing with global sup- to further expand projected to grow at 11 per cent in the cur- ply chains," it said. ADO expects inflation exports of or- rent financial year on the back of the strong to moderate to 5.2 per cent FY2021, hav- ganic produce, vaccination programme, but cautioned ing risen to 6.2 per cent in FY2020. Good which grew 51% to $1.04 billion during FY21.The that second wave of COVID is worrying. harvests and supply chain recovery is ex- government's agri export promotion body Agricultural and "India's economy is expected to grow 11 pected to contain domestic food inflation, Processed Food Products Export Development Authority per cent in fiscal year (FY) 2021, which it said.ADB said the current account defi- (Apeda) is planning to revamp and improve the National ends on March 31, 2022, amid a strong cit of India will equal to 1.1 per cent of Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) standards and vaccine drive. However, the recent surge GDP with imports outpacing exports on may soon ease procedures for better participation of small in COVID-19 cases may put this recovery rising domestic demand and higher oil farmers.These steps, along with a focus on organic variety at risk," said the Asian Development Out- prices. About South Asia, of which India with Geographical Indication (GI) products, may help the look (ADO) 2021. Continued economic re- is a part, ADO said the region will see Asia's country to further expand exports of organic produce, which covery boosted by increased public in- fastest growth this year (2021) after suf- grew 51% to $1.04 billion during FY21.The panel will review vestment, vaccine rollout and a surge in fering the sharpest contraction last year. the existing legal and regulatory framework applicable to domestic demand will trigger this strong South Asia's aggregate output is forecast ARCs and recommend measures to improve efficacy of the rebound, ADB said.The predictions are to expand by 9.5 per cent this calendar same.RBI committee on ARCs invites stakeholders' views based on assumption that there is exten- year, before tapering down to 6.6 per cent and suggestionsIndia imposes anti-dumping duty on chemi- sive vaccine deployment across the coun- productsApeda plans to revamp, improve activity will continue its recovery that in 2022, as per the estimate."This largely cal from 4 regionsIndia imposes anti-dumping duty on chemi- try and the second wave of coronavirus is National Programme for Organic Produc- started from the third quarter of FY2020 reflects the performance of India… A cal from 4 regions"For better reach out and promotion, re- contained. According to ADB's flagship tion standardsThe panel will review the and rebound strongly in the current fiscal stimulus-fueled surge in the US, India's vamping and improving of NPOP standards are necessary. publication Asian Development Outlook, existing legal and regulatory framework year with an uptick in domestic demand, largest export market, will support the Besides, there is scope to revise procedural issues for better "the second wave of COVID-19 cases is applicable to ARCs and recommend mea- especially in urban services," said Konishi. revival, but a severe second wave is participation and response from the farmers," M Angamuthu, worrying, especially if vaccine rollout sures to improve efficacy of the same.RBI The government's boost to public invest- threatening the recovery". Growth is chairman of Apeda, told FE. He also said that GI products faulters or fails to contain it."APEDA, committee on ARCs invites stakeholders' ment through its infrastructure push, in- gaining momentum across developing like Arakku coffee, Darjeeling tea, which are sold at premium NPOP, agri export promotion body, Agri- views and suggestionsAnother risk is the centives for manufacturing, and continued Asia, but renewed COVID-19 outbreaks over normal coffee and tea, can fetch even more when these cultural and Processed Food Products Ex- further tightening of global financial con- support to boost rural incomes will sup- pose a threat to recovery, said ADB Chief commodities are certified as organic. Apeda grants organic port Development Authority, National ditions, which would apply pressure on port India's accelerated recovery, Konishi Economist Yasuyuki Sawada. According certification to products that follow NPOP standards. Programme for Organic Production (, GI India's market interest rates and therefore said.The Manila-headquartered multilat- to ADB, most economies in developing affect economic normalisation, the report eral funding agency expects India's eco- Asia will see healthy growth this year added.Going further, ADB forecasts India's nomic activity to continue to normalise and and in 2022.Developing Asia comprises Mahindra launches the new 'Bolero economic growth to moderate to 7 per cent recover owing to government measures in 46 members of ADB on the basis of geo- in FY2022, on account of disappearance the past one year including "large stimu- graphic group. These include new indus- Neo'at a starting price of 8.48 Lakh of base effect. The economy is expected lus in FY2020" and a steep increase in capi- trialized economies, countries in Central to have contracted by 8 per cent in FY2020, tal expenditure budget in FY2021. In- Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Guwahati, July 14 : Mahindra & in line with the government's second ad- creased government expenditure on Asia and the Pacific. Strong exports and Mahindra Ltd., one of the lead- vance estimate, it said. ADB Country Di- healthcare, water, and sanitation will a gradual recovery in household con- ing automobile companies in In- rector for India Takeo Konishi said India's strengthen the country's resilience against sumption will boost economic activity dia and the world's largest tractor economy faced its worst contraction in future pandemics, said the report, adding in China this year, the report said. China's company by volume, today FY2020 due to the COVID-19 shock."With private investment is expected to pick up gross domestic product (GDP) is forecast launched the newest member in large government stimulus and the ongo- on improving sentiment and risk appetite, to expand 8.1 per cent in 2021 and 5.5 per its iconic Bolero SUV portfolio - ing vaccination drive, we expect economic as well as accommodative credit cent in 2022. the new 'Bolero Neo'.Available at all Mahindra dealerships across India from today, the new Bolero Instamojo Launches Northeast Neo is launched at an introduc- tory price of ? 8.48 Lakh (Ex-Show- room Price, All India) for the N4 Launchpad: A Business Planning Event variant. With the launch of Bo- lero Neo, the Bolero SUV portfo- lio would now have the existing for future entrepreneurs Bolero for the loyalist and the new Guwahati, July 14 : Instamojo, India's larg- MSMEs in India. The company provides try dealt with a global pandemic. This Bolero Neo for the evolving cus- est DIY e-commerce website builder, to- online storefronts and online payment caused business owners to rethink how tomer who is looking for an SUV day announced the launch of Northeast solutions to small, independent enter- they would continue to operate, and that is tough, authentic, go-any- Launchpad, a first-of-its-kind initiative to prises, MSMEs, and startups to run a suc- switching to a digital platform has been where capability yet modern and identify and support the growth of bud- cessful online business.Merchants can the straightforward solution." The North- trendy. Veejay Nakra, Chief Execu- Pininfarina, comfortable cabin and commitment towards product ding entrepreneurs from India's North East now build an online profile along with run- east Launchpad will periodically host tive Officer, Automotive Division, safety technology such as stan- quality, performance, core SUV region. Aspirants are encouraged to en- ning and managing their online businesses. mentoring sessions for aspirantsto further M&M Ltd., said, "The Bolero dard dual airbags, anti-lock brak- attributes and value." Alongside roll and submit their business plans, which Speaking on announcing the Northeast refine their business plans and business brand has witnessed strong loy- ing system (ABS) with these deft new touches,the new will then be judged by a panel of experts. Launchpad, Akash Gehani, Co-founder acumen. Experts in the field of compliance, alty and ruled Indian roads for eelectronicabrake distribution Bolero Neo retains the attributes The online business planning event is and COO, Instamojo said, "India's North- marketing and business will conduct these over two decades now. With this (EBD) and cornering brake con- that make the Bolero platform a aimed to give aspirants a real-world expe- eastern states has immense potential and sessions. The event has LegalWiz.in as product we have combined the trol (CBC) and ISOfix child seat. favorite of car buyers over the last rience in order to fine-tune their business a pool of untapped talent. In fact, in the the Compliance partner, Upgrowth and customers' affinity towards brand It is built on 3rd generation chas- two decades. This is reflected not goals, along with mentoring sessionson last several years, we've witnessed a slew Deasra as the Marketing partners and AIC Bolero with their modern outlook, sis shared with Scorpio & Thar just in design cues like an impos- raising funds, marketing, compliance and of new businesses spring up in the region. SMUTBI as the Incubation partner. En- persona and aspirations. The de- and it comes with the proven ing stance and the signature Bo- commercialization of products. The best It would be fantastic to assist these enter- trepreneurs can register online to partici- sign, performance and engineer- Mahindra mHawk engine. lero body cladding but also in the business plan will be shortlisted from the prises in reaching a national audience via pate in Northeast Launchpad. Registration ing enhancements in the new Velusamy R, Chief of Global Prod- 100hp mHawk engine, tough built Top 10 entries, and stands a chance to an online presence. Through Northeast for the Northeast Launchpad is now live, Bolero Neo blend well with the uct Development, Automotive body and a go-anywhere set up, win a cash grant from Instamojo along with Launchpad, we hope to provide a spring- and closes on the 5th of August 5, 2021. authentic Bolero DNA, making it Division, M&M Ltd., said, "Built thanks to the Body On Frame other benefits worth Rs.10 lakh and more. board to help catapult these businesses The top 10 shortlisted entries will be an- suitable for the bold and fearless on the third-generation chassis construction, rear wheel drive and The winner will also be eligible for direct into the startup ecosystem".He further nounced on 10th of August'21. The East Young Bharat. The addition of which it shares with the Scorpio multi-terrain technology. Thenew entry to the AIC-SMUTBI incubation pro- added, "2020 was a critical year for busi- Social Star will be announced on the 15th Bolero Neo to the Bolero SUV and Thar, the Bolero Neo has Bolero Neo will offer a spacious gram. Instamojo is one of the first to build nesses in India.Stores closed and busi- of August'21, followed by best business brand portfolio will help us retain powerful attributes that set it 7-seater configuration and will be a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) SaaS platform for nesses were put on pause while the coun- plan on the 21st of August'21. Bolero amongst the top 10 sell- apart. Its rugged body-on-frame available in three variants (N4- ing SUV's in the country." construction, the proven base, N8-mid, N10- top) and Packed with modern design, pow- Mahindra mHawk diesel engine sevencolour options(namely RBI committee on ARCs invites erful technology and plush fea- and Multi Terrain Technology Rocky Beige, Majestic Silver, tures, the Bolero Neo is made for give Bolero Neo the ability and Highway Red, Pearl White, Dia- the young evolving customers. confidence to conquer rough ter- mond White, Napoli Black and stakeholders' views and suggestions These include,stylish new de- rain. Comprehensively loaded Royal Gold (coming soon). It will Mumbai, July 14: Last year, the ARC from RBI on the involvement of sign, premium interiors crafted by with all the key features, the Bo- be available at Mahindra association and lenders like State Bank these entities in resolution Italian automotive designer lero Neo reiterates our unstinted dealerships starting July 13, 2021. of India (SBI) had sought clarifications plans under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC).The panel will review the existing Jawa introduces Khakhi & Midnight Grey legal and regulatory framework applicable to ARCs and recom- colours to offer tribute to the 1971 war victory mend measures to improve effi- charge. What makes these motor- tory that we achieved on this night. cacy of the same.The panel will cycles special is the commemora- Setting the context for this tribute, review the existing legal and tive emblem that proudly features Anupam Thareja, Co-Founder, Clas- regulatory framework applicable the prestigious Indian Army insig- sic Legends said, "How we measure to ARCs and recommend mea- nia flanked by a 'laurel wreath' sym- success as a company is not by how sures to improve efficacy of the bolizing the 1971 victory. Jawa many motorcycles we sell. It is by same.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on ruptcy Code (IBC).India imposes anti-dump- Motorcycles is honoured to be the how much we're able to give back." Wednesday said the committee on asset ing duty on chemical from 4 regionsIndia first manufacturer to be allowed to Presenting the two new colours of reconstruction companies (ARCs) has in- imposes anti-dumping duty on chemical do so on a production motorcycle. Jawa as a tribute to the 1971 vic- vited views and suggestions from market from 4 regionsThe ministers also decided Born in tribute and steeped in brav- tory, Ashish Singh Joshi, CEO, Clas- participants and other stakeholders. This to convene at least once a year to provide ery, the two new colours honour the sic Legends said, "We have a spe- comes after RBI highlighted that the exist- guidance to the implementation of the SCRI spirit of bravery, service and sacri- cial place in our heart for the men ing ARC industry has registered a as well as to consult on ways to develop fice of the Indian Army, and embody and women who protect our nation. lacklustre performance so far. The central the initiative.India, Australia, Japan trade the spirit of the brave and the bold. We call them Forever Heroes and it's bank on April 7 had announced the set- ministers' meet riles ChinaRBI had earlier The Jawa Khakhi signifies the spirit the cornerstone of Jawa's existence. ting up of a committee, under the chair- rejected a resolution plan submitted by of selfless service to the nation by It gives us immense pride to dedi- manship of Sudarshan Sen, former ED UVARC for acquiring assets of Aircel, cit- Guwahati, July 14 : 1971. It is not tive, the brand has introduced two the men in uniform. The Jawa Mid- cate the Jawa Khakhi and Jawa Mid- (RBI), to undertake a comprehensive re- ing that the plan did not conform to just a number or a year on the cal- new colours of its modern classic night Grey, on the other hand, is night Grey to commemorate the 50th view of the working of ARCs in the finan- securitisation and reconstruction of finan- endar. 1971 signifies a glorious mile- Jawa to commemorate the 50th An- inspired by the Battle of Longewala, anniversary of the 1971 war victory. cial sector ecosystem.Market participants cial assets and enforcement of security in- stone, decorated with the bravery niversary of the 1971 war victory. fought in the western frontier along As a company we are honoured to are expecting more clarity on ARC regula- terest (SARFAESI) Act guidelines.The panel and valour of our armed forces lead- To further contribute to the 'Swarnim Rajasthan border. This battle carry the Indian Army's insignia on tions after the move from the regulator."We will review the existing legal and regulatory ing to one of the most remarkable Vijay Varsh' celebrations along the played an important role in India's our motorcycles that will forever re- hope that situation like UV Asset Recon- framework applicable to ARCs and recom- victories in the history of India as a year, Jawa Motorcycles will be a part victory in the '71 war where brave mind the riders of the bravery and struction (UVARC) matter does not occur mend measures to improve efficacy of the nation. This year marks the 50th of various celebratory rides with the soldiers from Indian Army and BSF sacrifices made by our soldiers to again," a senior representative from the same. It will also review the role of ARCs in anniversary of the 1971 war victory Indian Army that mark important thwarted the enemy attack and de- keep our motherland protected." industry said. Last year, the ARC associa- resolution of stressed assets including and Jawa Motorcycles has come to landmark occasions like Kargil Vijay fended our motherland, fighting The Jawa Khakhi & Midnight Grey tion and lenders like State Bank of India those under IBC, and give suggestions for the fore to offer a tribute to the gal- Diwas, Battle of Turtuk and Battle bravely through the night. Jawa will be available across Jawa (SBI) had sought clarifications from RBI on improving liquidity in and trading of secu- lantry of our Forever Heroes. Con- of Longewala, with the Jawa Khakhi Midnight Grey is an ode to the brav- Dealerships and will be priced at the involvement of these entities in resolu- rity receipts. Besides, it has also been asked tinuing its #ForeverHeroes initia- and Midnight Grey leading the ery of these soldiers and the vic- INR 1,93,357 ex-showroom, Delhi. tion plans under the Insolvency and Bank- to review business models of the ARCs. 6 THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 REGION Contd. From Page 1 Encounters will continue in Assam Rail Cargo movement between In- Did you mock the English bad of Biswa Sarma said while reacting to allegations of the State Police going for “fake encounters”. Meanwhile, the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has taken dia and Nepal gets a big boost the Mansukh Mandaviya? suo motu cognisance of such incidents on the basis of news reports. The Assam India and Nepal sign a Letter of Exchange (LoE) You won the Modi votes more Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has directed the state government to inquire to the India-Nepal Rail Services Agreement (RSA) 2004 into the incidents of police firing, in which 12 militants and criminals were killed and New Delhi, July 14 : Which side of the debate are you on over the online New Delhi, July 14 : Rail Transportation between India & Nepal got a five others were injured in the last two months. Also read: Meghalaya: IED blast at mocking of the new Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya's proficiency police reserve in East Jaintia Hills district The Commission has asked the Assam major boost today with coming into force of authorization to all cargo train with English?One side objects to these attacks as ridiculous, unfair and pomp- operators to utilize the Indian railway network to carry all containers bound Police to submit a report within a month. On the other hand, a complaint has been ous. For early disclosure, I am on this side. It brings back to me the famous - for Nepal whether bilateral freight between Indian and Nepal or third coun- filed with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) accusing the Assam but now forgotten - words that the late Raj Narain spoke when visiting London Police of human rights violation. The complaint claims that more than 20 encounters try freight from Indian ports to Nepal. This liberalization will allow market as India's health minister in the Morarji Desai/Janata Cabinet of 1977-79.He forces to come up in the rail freight segment in Nepal, and is likely to have been reported since May this year. The complaint has been lodged by Arif was asked by journalists how he could run his ministry if he knew no English. increase efficiency and cost- competitiveness, eventually benefiting the Jwadder, a Delhi-based lawyer hailing from Assam, who accused the Assam Police Socialist Raj Narain, who we could describe as the original 'Lalu Yadav', was of gross human rights violation. Nepalese consumer. These cargo train Operators include public and pri- unfazed. "Arrey, sab angrezi jaante hain hum. Milton-Hilton sab padhe hain vate container trains Operators, automobile freight train operators, special (We know all English. We have read everything from Milton to Hilton)." For Assam becoming police state freight train operators or any other operator authorized by Indian Railways the record, his rustic method and somewhat Rastafarian look belied his educa- also appealed the people of Assam to become aware and raise voice against the . It comes into effect from 09.07.2021 after the formal exchange of Note tion. He had been a student union leader, a freedom fighter and Congress Verbales and signed copies of Letter of Exchange between officials of India ‘barbaric’ and ‘nefarious’ design of the Assam Government. member at the age of 17.He published a weekly newspaper called Janmukh & Nepal. After this LoE, all kinds of cargoes in all categories of wagons that from Varanasi. In Hindi, of course. His imperfections with English language Import duty, GST to be waived can carry freight on Indian Railways network within India can also carry didn't stop him from defeating , not once but twice.First, in the freight to and from Nepal. Move will reduce transportation costs for auto- election petition at the Allahabad High Court that led to her imposing the parents managed to raise the necessary sum for purchasing the drug, which is also mobiles and certain other products whose carriage takes place in special Emergency. And then, when it was lifted and he returned from her jail, in their touted as the world’s most expensive.Coimbatore South MLA and BJP Mahila Morcha wagons. Wagons owned by Nepal Railway Company will also be autho- next electoral battle in Rae Bareli.The other set sees Mandaviya's old tweets in National President had tweeted on Wednesday that she received rized to carry Nepal-bound freight (inbound and outbound on Kolkata/ far-from-perfect English as riproariously funny, and also not just funny. How an assurance from the Finance Ministry of the waiver being provided for the drug Haldia to Biratnagar/Birganj routes) over the Indian Railways network as can he be trusted with the health ministry of India in an ongoing pandemic? import. “After the family reached out to me, I had written to the Prime Minister on per IR standards and procedures. The signing of this LoE marks annother But then, follows the argument, what better can you expect from Narendra June 28th and also personally spoke to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman on milestone in India’s efforts to enhance regional connectivity under the Modi's BJP? It demonstrates both, BJP's talent deficit and couldn't-care-less Tuesday. The Finance Minister assured help and we are expecting the formal order “Neighbourhood First” policy. From the Indian side, the ceremony was led arrogance, and should remind India's voters of the 'blunder' they made in this evening” she told Zee Media.Given the nearly 35% Import duty and GST (Goods by Shri Sanjay Kumar Mohanty, Member (Operations and Business Devel- voting for it.The reason I am on the other side, as I believe most Indians would and Services Tax) levied on the drug, the parents had earlier sought Government opment), Ministry of Railways. From the Nepalese side, it was led by Shri be, is that to conflate the knowledge of English with being educated, literate, intervention and requested a waiver. “We had spoken to BJP leaders Vanathi Dinesh Bhattarai, Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Supplies, intelligent or having intellect is wrong and supercilious. English doesn't hurt, Srinivasan and Annamalai, besides requesting the Tamil Nadu Government, to put Also present were representatives from Ministry of Railways, Embassy of but what a minister or anyone in public life needs is political instinct, intelli- forth our request for the waiver. This treatment is said to be effective when done India, Kathmandu, Northern Division, Ministry of External Affairs, India gence, ability to learn and the aura to build confidence within their team.Today, closer to the age of two and thankfully we were able to raise funds from kind people and South Asia Division of Nepalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Back- nobody remembers that K. Kamaraj, the most powerful president of a national online” K.Sathish Kumar, the baby’s father told Zee Media.He added that their ground of Rail Services Agreement (RSA) – 2004 and LoE. 1. The Rail party (Congress, 1963-65) until rose in the BJP, had had to drop out family was extremely delighted and thankful to everyone who contributed to this Services Agreement was executed on 21.05.2004 between Ministry of Rail- of school at the age of 11 because of deep poverty and the death of his father. mammoth effort. They are hopeful that with the formal (Duty and GST waiver) letter ways, Government of India and Ministry of Industry, Commerce & Sup- He knew his Tamil, the mind of India's poor, and had the political instincts of a in their hands, they can place an order with the American firm and receive the drug plies (now Ministry of Commerce), His Majesty’s Government of Nepal genius. His knowledge of English? Perhaps he was fortunate not to have lived in a week.Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin had also written to the Finance (now Govt. of Nepal) for introduction of freight train services between in the Twitter era. And, finally, there is our deep-set social elitism that cuts Minister on Tuesday requesting that life-saving drugs imported for treating Spinal these two countries to and from Birgunj (Nepal) via Raxaul (India). This is across trades and professions. We saw some of this when Manohar Parrikar, Muscular Atrophy be exempt from Customs Duty and GST. He pointed out that an agreement which guides movement between India and Nepal by rail. as defence minister, would strut around in chappals at stiff armed forces' cer- there were up to 100 such cases being reported in the state, every year. In many such The rationale for this Agreement is that there was no rail movement prior to emonies. India should have known better than this. Two of our most success- cases, where life-saving drugs are required to be imported, the Government of India this between the two countries and hence a framework was required for ful defence ministers, Y.B. Chavan and Babu , had the most un- has waived off the Customs Duty and Taxes. operational and commercial aspects and procedure for customs clearances military-like demeanour and disposition. But we in India don't know our own Suvendu Adhikari Goes for rail bound cargo. Since then large various developments have taken political history.We cannot underestimate the importance of knowing En- place which require changes to the Rail Services Agreement., 2. There is a glish. In India, it is the language of empowerment. That's why the Lohiaites poll be preserved.Ms Banerjee -- who attended the hearing online -- has alleged provision in Article 1.4 of the RSA that “the Agreement shall be reviewed were wrong in packaging their opposition to social elitism as a rejection of corrupt practices by Mr Adhikari including bribery, promotion of hatred and every five years and may be modified by the Contracting Parties by mutual English. tried perpetuating this in Uttar Pradesh, but enmity, seeking votes on the basis of religion and booth capture.There were consent. , 3 For effecting amendments in the relevant Articles to RSA, his son Akhilesh wisely made a quiet departure. That is the reason now that also discrepancies in the counting procedure and discrepancies and non-com- Letters of Exchange (LoE) are signed from both sides. In the past, there chief ministers like and Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy are pru- pliance in Form 17C, which is the account of votes recorded and the result of have been amendments to RSA through LoE on three occasions. First dent to push for English-medium education. What is wrong is to mock people counting, she said in her petition. such amendment to RSA-2004 was effected through Letter of Exchange who aren't so proficient in the language as illiterate or ganwaar (rustic). We Union minister (LoE) signed on 21st May, 2004. Second LoE was signed on 17th Decem- Indians have also adopted English to our own ways of speaking, writing and ber, 2008 at the time of introduction of bilateral cargo between the two even interpreting. Robin Raphel, when she was US Assistant Secretary of interventions are needed during arguments between the treasury benches and countries which required introduction of new customs procedure and Third State for South Asia, would tell us the story of how after the opposition.Other names who had figured for the post were of Union Minis- LoE was signed on 19/20.02.2016 enabling rail transit traffic to/from had concluded his visit to Washington (when P.V. Narasimha Rao was PM), ters Bhupendra Yadav and .Now, the Parliamentary affairs Vishakhapatnam Port in addition to existing provision of rail transportation one of her fellow American interlocutors asked her to explain a few things he minister will submit Piyush Goyal's name to the chairman for his through Kolkata/Haldia Port. It may be noted that the current LoE has had said in his famed Bangla-accented English. After she had explained, she approval ahead of the monsoon session of Parliament, scheduled to begin on been finalized and signed on 28th June, 2021 by Govt. of Nepal which was said, the person told her, "Hey Robin, these Indians of yours, they speak 16 July 19. a senior parliamentarian, Goyal has been an effective floor manager, he acknowledged by Ministry of Railways (Govt. of India) by signing the LoE dialects of English language."It isn't just the diction. We also write and use currently occupies three portfolios, including the commerce and industry after on 29.06.2021. It comes into effect from 09.07.2021 after the formal ex- the language in different ways across the country and I have tried picking up the recent Cabinet reshuffle. change of Note Verbales and signed copies of LoE. the nuances in my travels. CM inaugurates TATA setting up 17 cancer hospitals in Assam. He also urged TATA Motors to come Same family laws for all faiths-what's Uniform forward for producing vehicles in Assam. Sri Rajesh Kaul, VP (Sales and Marketting), TATA Motors and Dr. Sanjive Narain, proprietor, AAPL was also present on the occasion among others. Civil Code, and what courts say about it has remained a "dead letter". It then observed NFR contributing to local economy that "a common civil code will help the cause of are being taken by NFR to further improve the transportation of freight. This national integration by removing disparate loy- includes opening of new stations for handling inward and outward goods traf- alties to laws which have conflicting ideologies", fic, introduction of 24x7 working in goods sheds, regular virtual meetings with and that "it is the State which is charged with producers and stakeholders for attracting piecemeal loading, initiatives by Busi- the duty of securing a uniform civil code".This ness Development Units (BDUs) at Headquarters and Divisional levels and was in the Shah Bano case, in which the Su- improvement in average speed of freight trains due to continuous monitoring. preme Court declared that Section 125 of the Code Average speed of goods carrying trains in NFR increased by 28.5% from 36.10 of Criminal Procedure, which deals with mainte- Kmph to 46.40 Kmph during the month of June, 2021. As a result of BDUs nance, applies to all citizens irrespective of initiatives, local traders and producers could access larger markets for their religion.The issue was highly politicised by then, products. NFR transported 155 VPUs for pepsi cola from Azara to Naharlagun with then prime minister overturn- and Agartala. 82 VPUs for other FMCG products from Changsari and Azara, 109 ing the effect of the apex court decision by pass- VPUs for jute bales from Alipurduar were also transported to different destina- ing the Muslim Women (Protection on Divorce tions. Moreover, 13 Rakes of Kisan Rail has been run, 3433 wagons of stone chips Act), 1986, which restricted maintenance for loaded from different destinations, 3738 piecemeal wagons of cement traffic and Muslim Women to iddat, a period Muslim women 1132 wagons of clinker traffic has been loaded and ginger and plastic beans traffic have to observe after dissolution of marriage also captured from Tinsukia division. During the period from August, 2020 to during which she can't remarry.In another judg- June, 2021, N. F. Railway transported 167 VPUs of jute belt, 486 VPUs of agricul- ment passed in 1995, the court observed, "When tural produce, 172 VPUs of pepsi products, 50 VPUs of automobile (tractor), 6 more than 80 per cent of the citizens have al- VPUs of power tiller and 7 VPUs of PVC pipes as new stream of traffic. It is worth ready been brought under the codified personal mentioning that a number of concessions/ discounts are also being given in New Delhi, July 14 : The Delhi High Court has civil code throughout the territory of India". Such law there is no justification whatsoever to keep Indian Railways to make Railways Freight movement very attractive. observed that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) a code envisions a common set of civil laws on in abeyance, any more, the introduction of 'uni- should not "remain a mere hope", seeking to high- matters such as marriage, divorce, adoption, in- form civil code' for all citizens in the territory of Chinese show banners at Indian light the importance of a common set of civil laws heritance and succession for all citizens of the India." is currently the only state to have governing marriage and divorce, among others.In country, irrespective of their religion.However, UCC. Former chief justice of India S.A. Bobde villagers celebrating the Dalai a judgment delivered on 7 July, Justice Pratibha this provision falls within the category of direc- had lauded this, and had encouraged "intellec- M. Singh observed, "In modern Indian society, tive principles of state policy and is not a funda- tuals" indulging in "academic talk" to visit the Lama's birthday which is gradually becoming homogenous, the mental right.Article 37 says these principles are state to learn more about it. In a 2019 verdict, the New Delhi, July 14 : They were seen across the Indus river at Koyul, one of the traditional barriers of religion, community and "fundamental in the governance of the coun- Supreme Court had also described it as a "shin- last settlements in the Demchok sector in eastern LadakhChinese nationals dis- caste are slowly dissipating."The court added, try and it shall be the duty of the State to ap- ing example" of UCC, observing that the played banners in protest from across the Indus river, close to the Line of Actual "The youth of India belonging to various com- ply these principles in making laws". However, founders of the Constitution had "hoped and Control (LAC), when Indian villagers were celebrating the birthday of the Dalai munities, tribes, castes or religions who unlike fundamental rights, neither the courts expected" a Uniform Civil Code for India but there Lama in Demchok in eastern Ladakh.According to Urgain Tsewang, village head solemnise their marriages ought not to be forced can enforce directive principles if there is a has been no attempt at framing one.In August of Koyul (Kakjung), one of the last settlements in the Demchok sector, the to struggle with issues arising due to conflicts violation, nor can citizens approach courts de- 2018, the Law Commission of India submitted a Chinese, comprising of Army personnel and civilians, came in five vehicles in various personal laws, especially in relation manding their implementation.When this pro- report saying a Uniform Civil Code is "neither down unpaved roads and raised the banners 200 metres from a community to marriage and divorce."The HC was hearing a vision was being discussed during the Con- necessary nor desirable at this stage" in the centre where the Dalai Lama's birthday was being celebrated. The incident oc- petition on the applicability of the Hindu Mar- stituent Assembly debates, it faced resistance country. It had also said "secularism cannot be curred around 11 a.m. on July 6 at Dola Tamgo in Koyul village along the Indus riage Act 1955 to a couple belonging to the from several members. A few members de- contradictory to plurality".However, the report river."We don't understand Mandarin. They had scribbled something on the Meena community, which is a notified Sched- manded addition of exceptions to this provi- acknowledged that there were discriminatory banner. They stood there for about half an hour," Mr. Tsewang told The Hindu. uled Tribe in Rajasthan. While Section 2(2) of sion, saying that any community "shall not be practices within the different family laws in the "The land where they stood and protested on the Dalai Lama's birthday is our the 1955 Act says that this law would not apply obliged to give up its own personal law in case country. It, therefore, suggested some changes land. It belongs to India," he stated.Videos shared by Mr. Tsewang showed a to members of any Scheduled Tribe, the court it has such a law". The members spoke about to marriage and divorce laws that may be uni- group of men holding a long banner in red with words on it. They are also seen ruled that it would apply in this case because the right to freedom of religion, and also form across religions. For example, it wanted the carrying the Chinese flag.Chinese show banners at Indian villagers celebrating the couple had married according to Hindu rights, claimed that "such regimentation will bring dis- marriageable age for both boys and girls to be 18 the Dalai Lama's birthdayWhen contacted, Army authorities chose not to com- ceremonies and customs.While discussing the content and harmony will be affected". Others years.It was also of the opinion that polygamy ment on the Chinese action.Mr. Tsewang stated that 10 days ago, the Chinese conflicts that arise in personal laws, the HC then who supported it argued that such a code is im- should be made a criminal offence to all commu- also protested when the locals were setting up a solar pump.Last Tuesday, referred to various Supreme Court judgments to portant to uphold the country's unity, and the nities, including Muslims. It had said this wasn't Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the Dalai Lama in a phone call on the highlight the need for a "code - common to all". secular credentials of the Constitution.Over the being suggested "owing to merely a moral posi- occasion on his 86th birthday. This is the first time Mr. Modi has publicly con- The Indian Constitution envisions a UCC, but years, the Supreme Court has also spoken on tion on bigamy, or to glorify monogamy, but firmed speaking with the Dalai Lama since he took over as PM in 2014.The the concept evokes sharp protest from critics, the Uniform Civil Code. However, these have emanates from the fact that only a man is permit- developments come in the backdrop of a continuing deadlock in the talks at who argue that it goes against the freedom of been peripheral remarks, instead of binding or- ted multiple wives which is unfair". But the com- various levels to resolve the ongoing military stand-off in eastern Ladakh. While religion. Proponents of a UCC, however, say it is ders, with the court recognising the fact that mission reserved its recommendation on po- the first phase of disengagement at Pangong Tso was completed in February, important to uphold the country's unity. Article bringing about such a code is exclusively in the lygamy specifically because a petition demand- efforts to work out an agreement for the second phase of disengagement at 44 of the Constitution says that "the State shall legislative domain.In 1985, for instance, the apex ing a ban on polygamy is currently pending in Gogra and Hot Springs have been held up. endeavour to secure for the citizens a uniform court called it "a matter of regret" that Article 44 the Supreme Court. SPORTS PLUS THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2021 7 Southgate has fashioned a more robust England in pandemic delay London, July 14 : It is strange to struggling when England lost their whom have been outstanding straightforward for Walker, who look back at the names on the list Nations League semi-final to the during England's run to the thought his international career when Gareth Southgate picked his Netherlands in June 2019.Yet times final.For Southgate, the delay was was over when he was sent off squad for England's final qualifiers change, the disruption caused by a blessing in disguise, giving him after returning to the fold against for Euro 2020. A lot has changed the pandemic altering the squad's time to build one of the strongest Iceland last September. It was an since those games against dynamic. The unknown, of course, defences in Europe. England have understandable reaction given Montenegro and Kosovo in is how England would have fared if conceded once in six games before England have so many options at November 2019, back when the Euros had been held last year. facing Italy on Sunday evening and right-back. Southgate, though, kept Arsenal beat struggling England were a free-scoring side They were a different team, less give little away at the back. They the faith.Walker has remained in with worrying habit of giving away secure, nowhere near as streetwise, conceded few clear chances the squad since that aberration cheap goals.Fourteen players from and the concern back then would against Denmark, whose goal was and, although the 31-year-old has Sheffield, West Ham smash that 27-man squad have drifted have been whether the defence was a stunning free-kick from Mikkel had a couple of dodgy moments away, some dropping out of this summer, particularly when he contention because of indifferent almost gifted Ukraine a goal in Leicester's perfect run form, others due to bad luck with Rome last weekend, England have Leicester', July 14 : Arsenal scored two four games while the Hammers climbed to injuries. Jack Grealish has emerged, been better with him in the goals in four minutes to grab a 2-1 Premier sixth on six points with their first away win of snatching the maverick spot from team.The same applies to Shaw, League home win over struggling Sheffield the season.Antonio headed West Ham into James Maddison. Alex Oxlade- who had not featured for England United, with Bukayo Saka and Nicolas Pepe a 14th-minute lead as he rose at the far post Chamberlain, scorer of the opening for more than two years before getting on the scoresheet in the second half to meet a long Aaron Cresswell cross and goal in the 7-0 thrashing of returning in March. The left-back as The Gunners' misfiring attack finally found steer the ball into the opposite corner.Fornals Montenegro, has rarely been fit has been superb after rising above its rhythm.The visitors frustrated Arsenal for made it 2-0 in the 34th when he took a lofted since, while Ross Barkley, Fabian Ben Chilwell in the pecking order. the first hour, but Saka broke the deadlock by pass in his stride and beat home goalkeeper Delph and Harry Winks have been Shaw has been a threat on the attack heading home following a snappy passing Kasper Schmeichel with a left-footed shot from squeezed out by the emergence of and he has enjoyed playing next to move in the 61st minute, and substitute eight metres after holding off two defenders. Jude Bellingham and Kalvin Phillips his Manchester United teammate Nicolas Pepe added a second three minutes Declan Rice hit the underside of the bar for in midfield. Tammy Abraham, Maguire, who has taken strength later.Irish striker David McGoldrick gave his West Ham after a darting solo run from inside Callum Hudson-Odoi and Fikayo from Stones's resurgence.England side hope with a brilliant curling effort in the his own half before Bowen put the icing on Tomori have fallen out of players celebrate after their victory 84th minute, but the vistors couldn't conjour the cake with a clinical finish in the 83rd minute, contention.It goes to show that strong enough to take on Europe's Damsgaard, and have placed a over Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi- up an equaliser as Arsenal held on courtesy of a defence-splitting pass by nothing stands still in football. best.Gareth Southgate consoles heavy emphasis on clean sheets, final at Wembley.It had been quite comfortably to win.The victory lifts them to Fornals. Southampton beat an insipid West Twenty months ago it was John Stones at the end of the game, reasoning that their forwards will the fall from grace for Stones. fourth place in the table on nine points, three Bromwich Albion 2-0 in the Premier League unthinkable that Trent Alexander- after his error enabled the have enough to win the game if they Although the centre-back started behind leaders Everton, while Sheffield with goals either side of halftime from Moussa Arnold's England role would cause Netherlands to take the lead in keep opponents away from their against Montenegro, he was in a United are 19th after four defeats in their Djenepo and Oriol Romeu at St Mary's Stadium so much division. Alexander- England's 2019 Nations League own goal.It makes the fury that funk at the time. Stones was going opening four league games.West Ham on Sunday to leave the visitors in danger of Arnold, still buzzing from that semi-finalareth Southgate consoles greeted Southgate's decision to through a crisis of confidence at celebrated a stunning 3-0 win at Leicester City dropping into the relegation zone.Pedro Neto's corner against Barcelona, seemed John Stones at the end of the game, drop Alexander-Arnold in March all City and he kept suffering from in the Premier League on Sunday to end the goal early in the second half earned a sure pick at right-back. He was after his error enabled the the more absurd. England have not costly lapses of concentration, not Foxes' perfect start after three successive Wolverhampton Wanderers a 1-0 victory starring for Liverpool as they ran Netherlands to take the lead in suffered without the Liverpool least when he made a woeful error wins thanks to goals from Michail Antonio, over Fulham at Molineux in the Premier away with the Premier League title England's 2019 Nations League defender, who was ruled out of the during that Nations League defeat Pablo Fornals, and Jarrod Bowen.The result League on Sunday, leaving the visitors and his main competition for a place semi-final. It would have had a tournament after suffering a thigh by the Netherlands.It left provisionally left 2016 champions Leicester rooted to the bottom of the standings after in the starting XI, Kyle Walker, was different look to the one that lined injury during last month's friendly Southgate with no option but to second in the standings on nine points from their fourth successive league defeat. not even in the squad after up against Demark at Wembley on against Austria. As good as he is, leave out Stones last autumn. Yet Wednesday. The likelihood is that Alexander-Arnold has not been a there is always a way back with three members of that back four loss on the right flank, where this manager. Stones knuckled Roger Federer will hate taste of bagel, would not have even been in Walker's strength, positioning and down, winning back his place at Southgate's squad last summer. The recovery speed have made him one City and helping them romp to the John Stones who has glided of England's most important title, and Southgate was delighted but it is too soon to write him off through the tournament so players.Walker was superb against to bring him back into the fold in London, July 14 : Roger Federer has only 12 unforced errors.This year the 24 also with his confidence and attitude serenely was nowhere to be seen Denmark, defending brilliantly, March.Timing is everything. experienced so many different emotions year old defeated four top-20 players en as he was snuffed out early in 12 months ago, meaning it probably reading danger, always ready to England are sturdier now. The over his 22-year Wimbledon career, route to winning the Miami Open and he Halle.Federer had started the would have been Joe Gomez or sprint back to cover for his fellow defence has formed a protective unfettered joy and crushing despair alike, entered Centre Court a day after beating tournament in similarly indifferent Michael Keane next to Harry defenders. The City right-back has shield around Jordan Pickford, but as he stepped out to the baseline on the No 2 seed, Daniil Medvedev. While a form, nearly being at risk of a first- Maguire in central defence, and it matured with age, playing with more who has benefited from the calmer Centre Court and served to stay in the match veteran would have been physically round defeat to a spirited Adrian is doubtful that opposition wingers focus, and deserves credit for atmosphere, and they will back while trailing two sets and 0-5 against Hubert compromised by competing on back-to-back Mannarino before the Frenchman would have been running into forcing his way back into the themselves against Federico Chiesa Hurkacz, he faced a new scenario days, his opponent, Hurkacz, said it was to was forced to retire. Walker and Luke Shaw, both of squad.It has not been and Ciro Immobile. altogether.Across the 1,525 matches he has his advantage. These are the supreme played as a professional on the ATP Federer athletes Federer is competing against so late had only once in the 21st century received a in his career.On the other side of the net Priyam Garg: A calculative cricketer bagel set. That alone took the greatest clay Federer was a sad sight. He struggled badly court player of all time, Rafael Nadal, at the with his forehand, his radar broken. In such height of his powers in the 2008 French disruptive, windy conditions his footwork who knows his multiplication table Open final. Yet there he was on Wednesday, needed to be precise yet it was at times so fighting just for a simple game.The Centre poor that he would shadow the correct Mumbai, July 14 : "Did you see answered it correctly. The selector Court rose to greet the moment twice, movements between points.As the match how he hit a six with a sweep shot put two tick marks beside his name offering him a long, warm ovation at the start wore on, his shank and forehand mistakes and next ball, he chose to play it - one for his batting and other for of the game and again when he faced match only increased. When he was in desperate late to third man. That showed how his education," Rastogi recalls. point. Neither worked.Federer's loss is need of some luck, fate laughed at him as he match-aware and calculative he is," "Not many cricketers are educated neither a calamity nor a shock. First, he was slipped while he attempted to put away an says the coach Sanjay Rastogi, a but Priyam is good at studies beaten by an emerging, underrated easy volley at 2-3 in the tiebreak, losing the day after his student Priyam Garg too."On Friday, Garg added 77 runs opponent in Hurkacz, whose name will be point.Despite the severity of his defeat, scored a match-winning 51 from 26 in seven overs with his friend a footnote in many stories but who Federer still leaves after a strong week given balls that pulled Hyderabad Abhishek Sharma to enable produced a resourceful all-round all the context of his presence. Two knee Sunriers out of the hole against Sunrisers Hyderabad recover from performance. He showed many of his surgeries are extremely difficult to bounce Chennai Super Kings. The inning the depths of 69 for 4 to the qualities with a mixture of big serving, back from quickly, let alone a month shy of of high maturity that received high matchwinning 164. Rastogi says he quality defence, deft touches at the net and his 40th birthday and after so many years of praise from experts could prove to has witnessed many such games even bold ball-striking when necessary. In wear and tear. Just over three weeks ago he be a breakthrough knock for the 19- where Garg has overcome obstacles. the biggest match of his life to date he made was struggling not only with his game but year-old.But nothing about Garg's "He is just 19 but he has the mindset knock surprises Rastogi. The of someone in his 50's. He is very unflustered temperament that matured." Rastogi points out Garg's Tyson Fury v Deontay Wilder III in soaked up the pressure that must ability to focus as the key strength. remembers the days when his He took me to Meerut and made have escalated after Kane "His focus is tremendous; he is a father used to sell milk from door to sure that I got into a decent doubt over Covid with statement due Williamson's annoying cry of natural player. He has extra time to door during the day and slip a Rs academy," Garg had said in an 'C'mon boy!' at a mix-up, the play his shots as compared to the 10 note to him at night so that he interaction before last year's U-19 London, July 14 : Tyson Fury's world meanwhile, is set to defend his IBF, WBA impeccable shot-selection or the others."Garg trained at his village could travel to Meerut for cricket World Cup where he captained heavyweight title defence against Deontay and WBO titles against Ukraine's awareness to manoeuvre the Quila Prikshitgarh, 20 kilometres nets. Then, there were days when India.At the age of 15, Garg used to Wilder in Las Vegas, due to be on 24 July, Oleksandr Usyk in London on 25 field.Rastogi turns indulgent and from Meerut in Uttar Pradesh during money was tight and Garg would bat against bowlers like Praveen looks set to be postponed because of a September.Neither Fury nor Wilder has veers the talk to multiplication the lockdown. Not just Garg but travel on the roof of buses to pursue Kumar and Bhuvneshwar, who coronavirus outbreak in the champion's fought since February last year, when Fury tables. In an endearing Indian way, players like Bhuvneshwar Kumar his dream. During those lonely were playing for India. It was in camp. A number of positive tests are scored a seventh-round knockout to end where reciting multiplication tables and the leg-spinner Karn Sharma journeys, the budding batsman those sessions that he really is considered a hallmark of a kid's too would drop in at the practice would wonder whether he would impressed the coach with his intelligence, Rastogi talks up Garg's sessions conducted by Rastogi. ever make enough money to help maturity, game-awareness and skills. Even here, though, Garg "Luckily the administration wasn't his father."My father did most of courage like standing well outside genuinely stands out. "You can ask that strict here, so we managed to the hard work, he did all the odd the crease to negotiate the swing him any table, he will tell you in one play practice games in Victoria Park. jobs that you can imagine… selling of Bhuvneshwar. Now Rastogi flow. Once during under-15 We did match simulation and if any milk, driving school vans, loading awaits the day when Garg breaks selection, a selector (who was told player could not reach the set goods, he ensured that I got a good the jinx of Meerut by becoming of Garg's skills) asked him to recite target, he had to buy everyone a life. He went through all that just to the first batsman from the city to the table of 38 and 67, and Garg glass of juice!" Rastogi says.Garg see me become a cricketer one day. play for India. Lions to play Sharks twice in four days as Covid-19 wreaks havoc on tour London, July 14 : The collective how many of the Lions party, players another layer of uncertainty to an desire to keep the 2021 British & Irish or otherwise, have declined to have unenviable situation for the Lions Lions tour on the road is beginning the vaccine, saying only that "the players forced to isolate in their to tip over into desperation. The vast majority" have been jabbed. He Johannesburg hotel."I think reported to have been recorded, with the American's unbeaten record.Fury's latest plan B - in truth, it is effectively also says it is up to individuals to everyone has a right to make their Fury's US-based promoters Top Rank team were not available for comment on Plan Z - is for Warren Gatland's team choose whether to receive a jab to own decision on whether or not they expected to clarify the situation later on Friday. In a statement on Thursday, when to face the Sharks on Saturday for combat the effects of Covid-19, which want to be vaccinated," said Calveley. Friday.A court ruling in May forced Fury rumours of the positive test began to the second time in four days, but an has contributed to the deaths of more "I think it's wrong for anyone to think to ditch an immediate bout with Anthony circulate, Top Rank told Sky Sports: "We additional complication has arisen than 1,500 South Africans within the that vaccination is some sort of Joshua and instead put his WBC title on continue to monitor the health status of following confirmation some past four days alone.With one universal panacea. I'm afraid it's not. the line in a third meeting with Wilder. Tyson and his team and the status of the members of the tour party in positive case of Covid-19 already So we have an approach which is Fury's team hoped to resurrect his bout with event has not changed to date."Customers coronavirus-ravaged South Africa detected among the Lions multi-layered where, as well as having Joshua later this year, but those plans are who had bought tickets to the event have chosen not to be management - the player announced a majority of the party being now set to be scuppered if the mandated received notifications on Friday saying the vaccinated.Ben Calveley, the Lions as positive on Tuesday has vaccinated, we are also exhibiting all meeting with Wilder is delayed.Joshua, fight has been postponed. managing director, is not divulging subsequently tested negative - it adds of the right behaviours. k k y y m

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c STOPPAGE 8 c Rhys Priestland holds nerve to kick Bath Jennifer Brady's journey to late win over local rivals Gloucester from hard quarantine to London, July 14 : A feisty West Rapava-Ruskin was sent off by despite the late absence of Jonathan Twelvetrees penalties. Ludlow was Country derby featuring two red Wayne Barnes for a forearm to the Joseph, sin-binned for a deliberate also held up over the Bath line and it Australian open final cards ended in a breathless victory face of Josh Bayliss, but the num- knock-on in the hectic closing mo- was a major relief for the hosts when in the Australian for 13-man Bath and relief for the bers were evened up when the shoul- ments. Remarkably Priestland has a turnover beneath their own posts Open."Not allowed watching Wales head coach Wayne der of Bath's Williams made contact now landed 27 successful kicks in a stemmed the Cherry and White to leave her room to Pivac before next week's Wales v with the head of the visiting full-back row.Those who argue the absence of tide.There was to be no further scor- practice - or for any England showdown in Cardiff. Both Kyle Moyle after 53 minutes.That set Premiership relegation this season ing until just before the interval when other reason at all - Taulupe Faletau and Louis Rees- up a tight finish which Gloucester will instantly improve the quality of nice approach work from the Bath Brady spent two Zammit made it safely through un- appeared to have edged when cap- the product may not choose this backs and a lovely delayed pass from weeks subsisting on scathed in a contest fundamentally tain Lewis Ludlow crashed over in game as Exhibit A, but there was Tom De Glanville put Faletau over food deliveries and shaped by the dismissals of Val the right corner with four minutes absolutely no lack of drama. Not for for a cracking score. Priestland's con- FaceTime chats Rapava-Ruskin and Mike Williams left. The bottom side reckoned with- the first time this year - and it will version and two penalties widened while hitting balls for high challenges.Gloucester were out the boot of Rhys Priestland, who not be the last - head-high collisions the gap to 13-6 but at no stage did against a mattress in required to play all but eight min- enjoyed the final word with a 79th- were a major talking point and cen- Bath pull away.It leaves both clubs her room."The first utes of the game with 14 men after minute penalty from 45 metres out tral to the narrative.Might Rapava- in the bottom three, not that the table day I got there I had Ruskin argue at his hearing that means as much any more. Is this the grocery delivery, so Bayliss was too high as he came in shape of English league rugby for I had oats deliv- to tackle? Yes, there was contact be- the foreseeable future? These days ered," she said. "Ev- tween forearm and face, which made they can broadcast live footage ery morning I would it technically the correct decision, but from Mars but English rugby still have oats, oatmeal at full speed it did not look overly does not seem entirely sure what and then I would ac- heinous. The freeze-framed slow- its audience wants. Any aliens mak- tually order Uber motion pictures, however, left ing the reverse trip to Earth will Eats for lunch and Barnes little other option than to probably be seeking a second opin- dinner every single reach for his red card.Gloucester's ion. Is this really what earthlings London, July 15 : Hardly anyone ex- day."So I didn't eat one of the meals that head coach George Skivington de- enjoy? Hold that spaceship.One pected Jennifer Brady to reach were provided. I ordered Hunky Dory scribed it as "an error of judgment" hundred and thirty nine years of Saturday's Australian Open final, least the first seven days, every single day, by Rapava-Ruskin and "fair enough rivalry, nevertheless, can never be of all Brady herself.The 25-year-old sometimes twice a day."I'm a creature by the letter of the law" but there also entirely irrelevant and it was lovely American is one win away from her first of habit, so I eat pretty much the same has to be an onus on tacklers to im- to hear Johnny Cash's Ring of Fire grand slam title, an almost unthinkable thing every single day. There were three prove their technique. There was no being played in memory of the late prospect three weeks ago when she places I would mix it up between."I ac- argument whatsoever, though, about Bath No 8 Dave Egerton as the two emerged from a 14-day hard quaran- tually didn't watch one Netflix series just Williams' dismissal, the back row teams ran out. The only downside tine due to Australia's strict because I knew if I started something charging into contact with little ob- was the complete absence of fans coronavirus protocols that left her then I wouldn't want to do anything else vious attempt to wrap his arms.Not to join the minute's applause for a strictly confined to a hotel room and except just lay in bed and watch that Bath's period of numerical ad- hugely popular local figure. If there denied the five-hour exemption for Netflix."It's not exactly business as vantage brought them much imme- is anything sadder than a Wales v training and treatment afforded to most usual, but the road less traveled is noth- diate benefit. Instead it was England international in a com- everyone else."Even before quaran- ing new for Brady, who grappled with Gloucester who looked more pletely empty Principality Stadium, tine, I didn't think I would be where I her love for the game amid struggles as energised, enjoying plenty of terri- it is an old-school derby in the am right now, totally not," Brady ad- a junior while her contemporaries tory and being rewarded with a 6-0 shadow of Bath Abbey played in mitted after Thursday's three-set win excelled."I don't think I really just ap- lead from two simple Billy cloistered silence. over Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic that ensured passage to her preciated the opportunities that I had first major final.On Saturday, Brady with the sport," she said. "I was just do- will face three-times grand slam cham- ing it because I had to, because I had WSL, Women's Championship and pion Naomi Osaka in their first meet- nothing else to do, because I didn't know ing since a gripping, back-and-forth what else to do except for going and US Open semi-final in September that practicing five hours a day and just wak- netball to receive survival grants stood out as one of 2020's highest- ing up and doing it all over again."In that aspect I didn't really enjoy the sport. London, July 14 : Women's sport quality matches.The world No 3, who women's and men's competitions), and South seasons have been de- doing just that. These free testing And also, I didn't really have great suc- has been prioritised in the latest who will receive £2.5m in grants, clared null and void.On testing, kits will help ensure the health and cruised past Serena Williams in cess in the juniors. I wasn't really win- round of emergency government Thursday's other semi and hasn't lost a and £1.3m is to be given to Bad- the culture secretary Oliver safety of elite athletes in competi- ning many matches, so that also takes a funding for England with millions match in 53 weeks, is bidding to be- minton England.Controversy over Dowden said: "We promised to tion remains paramount and mean hit at your confidence, because the other k of pounds in grants being distrib- the Winter Survival Package has support our national sporting life resources can be focused on pro- come the first woman since Monica k y Seles in the early 1990s to win the first juniors my age were doing really well y

m uted to keep professional compe- centred around the fact that, of a when we had to postpone the re- tecting the future of sports as we and having success and having early m c tition alive.A new tranche of the four grand slam finals of her career."It c £300m total, only £50m is in turn of fans. Once again, we are recover from the pandemic." success in the pros."That was really £300m Winter Survival Package will be a really tough match, obviously, grants with the rest hard for me, just all my confidence and will see England netball and the loans. Officials insist as she's won a few grand slams," said my game. I took a hit there and thought Vitality Super League receive Brady, who is guaranteed to crack the however that loans are maybe I'm not meant for this sport. £4.2m in grants while, in football, top 20 for the time in next week's being made on 'soft' Maybe I'm not good enough. I'll go to the Women's Super League and FA terms, with interest rankings. "We had a tough match at the college for four years and then I'll find Women's Championship are to US Open in the semi-finals and she rates of 2% and repay- a real job."Brady enrolled at UCLA, receive a combined £2.25m. even said it was one of her top two ment periods lasting where she helped the tennis team to a Women's football clubs at any up to 20 years.The fo- matches, which was unfortunate for national title as a freshman in 2014. Af- level have also been encouraged me. I think it will be a really good cus on loans has been ter several years in the pro ranks, in- to apply for grant funding on an match."It's been a long, strange trip for a particular cause of cluding a surprise run to the fourth individual basis. The money concern amongst foot- the Pennsylvania native, who was one round on her Australian Open debut in comes alongside a commitment by of 51 men's and women's singles play- ball clubs in the Na- 2017, she shot up the rankings last year the government to fund 250,000 ers forced to spend two weeks in iso- tional League system after winning her maiden WTA title at lateral flow Covid tests with dis- where officials had be- lation after arriving in Melbourne af- Lexington and reaching the last four at tribution to professional women's ter it was determined that someone on lieved they were to be Flushing Meadows.Now she's become sport a priority.The news will be their chartered flight tested positive for expecting grants only the first women's college player to ad- particularly welcome to the FA, for the government to Covid-19 upon landing.None of the vance to a grand slam final since Kathy which had been anticipating that other 50 made it past round three. But reject the claim. The Jordan in 1983, but the toughest hurdle any extra funding received would Brady, seeded 22nd at Melbourne latest funding informa- yet looms in Osaka, who has only bol- have to be spent on securing test- tion confirmed that 19 Park, has negotiated her way through stered her reputation as the finest big- ing for players. Now, the Depart- the women's draw conceding only two clubs in the National match player of her generation with ment for Digital, Culture, Media sets and 40 games."I would say I didn't League steps 1 and 2 Thursday's beatdown of Williams, which and Sport suggests, grant money had applied for loans really have high expectations on my- improved her career record in the final should be put towards "essential self to do well," Brady said. "I came totalling £5.4m. Step 1 three rounds of major tournaments to 11- league costs".Other sports to have out of the quarantine, and then we were clubs are also to re- 0."I've definitely been practicing hard," new funding confirmed, which is ceive free Covid test- lucky enough to have a separate tour- Brady said. "I think I've earned the right intended to cover the period until nament for us who were in the hard ing as part of the new to be playing in a grand slam final on Sat- the end of March, include British lockdown. I was lucky to get a couple arrangement. The Na- urday. I just think it's crazy to believe." Basketball League clubs (in the tional League North matches in there before starting here

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