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Vinesh’s team to carry their own weighing scales for the Asian Games trials

Vinesh’s team to carry their own weighing scales for the Asian Games trials

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If this were any other tournament, Vinesh Phogat would have been studying her opponents on the eve of her much-anticipated return to competition. Not least because she would be stepping on the mat for the first time in two years on Saturday – this time in the 53kg category. Instead, the two-time World Championship medallist and a three-time Olympian was glued to the Supreme Court proceedings, where the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) – in their last, desperate attempt – tried hard to stop her from competing in the Asian Games selection trials. After the bench comprising Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe cleared her participation, Vinesh and her team’s focus quickly turned to Saturday’s trials – preparing not just for the expected battles on the mat, but the unexpected ones off it too. Their measures include carrying their own weighing scales, designating a ‘trusted person from the inner circle’ to ensure Vinesh’s food and water are not tampered with, and filming the bouts, even though the Delhi High Court ordered that the trials …

Pune: Pangolin scales worth 3 kg seized in Pune wildlife trafficking bust

Pune: Pangolin scales worth 3 kg seized in Pune wildlife trafficking bust

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Forest officials in Pune district seized nearly 3 kg of pangolin scales, claws and sambar antlers after intercepting a car near Manchar, in what authorities describe as a significant wildlife trafficking haul involving one of the world’s most trafficked mammals. Two men from Raigad district were arrested under the Wildlife Protection Act and later granted bail by a local court.  Wildlife parts seized by the authorities. Pic/By Special Arrangement Seizure snapshot Location: Manchar, Pune districtVehicle intercepted: Blue car (MH 04 DY 3567)Wildlife parts seized:. ~3 kg pangolin scales. 3 pangolin claws. 4 sambar antlers. Vehicle and wildlife material were taken into custody.  Accused . Uday Shankar Surve, Shrivardhan, Raigad. Naveen Karim Khan, Shrivardhan, RaigadCase registered: Crime No. 09/2026Law invoked: Wildlife Protection Act, 1972Both were arrested on February 16 and granted bail the next day.  Why the case is serious Both Pangolin and Sambar are protected under Schedule I, the highest level of protection under Indian wildlife law.Punishment for illegal trade:. Up to 7 years imprisonment. Fine up to R25,000Forest Range Officer Vikas Bhosale urged the public to …

Saudi Arabia scales back salary premiums for foreign talent, recruiters say | World News

Saudi Arabia scales back salary premiums for foreign talent, recruiters say | World News

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Saudi firms are scaling back generous salary premiums that once lured top foreign talent into sectors such as construction and manufacturing as the kingdom reins in spending and reorders economic priorities, four recruiters told Reuters. Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, is more than halfway through its economic transformation blueprint, known as Vision 2030, aimed at reducing dependence on hydrocarbon income, creating jobs, and expanding industries such as tourism, real estate, mining and financial services. Story continues below this ad As part of the long-term plan, the kingdom has invested massively in multi-billion-dollar megaprojects, vastly increasing demand for high-skilled foreign workers, but has struggled with execution and delays. Foreign recruits should no longer expect to negotiate premiums of 40% or more, to sometimes even double their existing salaries, which were common earlier this decade, two of the sources said, with offers far more restrained now. “On the one hand you have the region’s biggest economy rationalising and on the other side, you have a huge supply of candidates who are very open to coming …

ITBP scales world’s fifth highest peak for the first time

ITBP scales world’s fifth highest peak for the first time

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The Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has successfully scaled Mt. Makalu — the world’s fifth highest peak, at an altitude of 8,485 metres from the sea level, the China-border guarding force said on Friday. The ascent to the Himalayan peak in Nepal was made on April 19, it said. The International Mountaineering Expedition to Mt. Makalu and Mt. Annapurna (8,091 m) was flagged off from Delhi on March 21. “It was a historic twin summit attempt — the first of its kind in ITBP history. Both peaks were being attempted for the first time by the force, adding to the challenge and legacy of this mission. Both peaks are in Nepal,” ITBP said in a statement. Led by Deputy Commandant Anoop Kumar Negi, and Nihas Suresh as Deputy Leader, the 12-member team was divided into two groups of six climbers each. The Mt. Makalu team achieved an 83% success rate, with five climbers reaching the summit at 8.15 a.m. on April 19. “The [Mt.] Annapurna team faced extreme weather, including a blizzard and whiteout conditions, and …

BSF scales down Beating Retreat ceremony; handshake with Pak. soldiers suspended

BSF scales down Beating Retreat ceremony; handshake with Pak. soldiers suspended

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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel stand guard at Integrated Check Post (ICP) after the government of India decides to close the ICP Attari with immediate effect following the Pahalgam terror attack, in Amritsar on Thursday. | Photo Credit: ANI With India announcing that it would close the Integrated Check Post in Punjab’s Attari — the land route for passenger movement between India and Pakistan — nationals from both countries were seen returning to their respective countries on Thursday (April 24, 2025). The Border Security Force (BSF) said it had “scaled down” the Beating Retreat ceremony held at three locations – Attari, Hussainiwala, and Sadki along the Pakistan border in Punjab – in the wake of the Pahalgam attack. The BSF’s Punjab frontier said in a statement that as part of a “calibrated decision”, it was “suspending” the symbolic handshake of the Indian guard commander with the Pakistan counterpart, and the border gates would remain closed during the ceremony. These steps, it said, reflected “India’s serious concern over cross-border hostilities and reaffirms that peace and provocation …

Greater Noida: Four held for tampering with electronic weighing scales for financial gain

Greater Noida: Four held for tampering with electronic weighing scales for financial gain

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The Gautam Budh Nagar police, along with the SWAT (special weapons and tactics) team, busted a large-scale electronic weighing scale fraud operating across multiple states and arrested four individuals for manipulating weighbridges using electronic chips and remote-control devices to alter weight measurements. The suspects in police custody on Thursday. (HT Photo) Police said the fraud has been detected across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka. The arrested individuals have been identified as Kapil Kumar and Manmohan Singh, both residents of Delhi, Vinay Kumar Sharma, a resident of Sonbhadra, and Dheeraj Sharma, a resident of Gurugram. According to police, the suspects would lure weighbridge owners with lucrative offers and install custom-made electronic chips inside the weighing machines. These chips, controlled via remote, allowed operators to manipulate the weight readings—either inflating or reducing the weight as per their preference. The fraud led to massive financial losses for companies dealing in construction materials such as steel bars, sand, and gravel, said Saad Miyan Khan, deputy commissioner of police, Greater Noida. “During interrogation, Kapil Kumar that …

The Assistant Referee from India scales a new peak

The Assistant Referee from India scales a new peak

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In the wee hours of Friday, when the nation was sleeping after a night of exuberant Diwali celebrations, a certain Riiohlang Dhar was busy setting up a new benchmark for Indian football in the faraway Dominican Republic. Riiohlang, the 34-year-old FIFA Assistant Referee from Meghalaya, added a new chapter in the country’s football history when she supervised the semi-final between Spain and England at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup 2024 in the Dominican Republic. Spain won the match 3-0. It is a big achievement for an Indian referee, but Riiohlang said: “I am fortunate to have been able to offer a Diwali gift to Indian football in my small way.” She made it sound simple. Perhaps she is not the one to blow her own trumpet and talk about the hard work that earned her four matches in the ongoing U17 Women’s World Cup. Riiohlang, along with Referee Asaka Koizumi (Japan) and Assistant Referee Amal Badhafari (UAE), were the three-member group, who were among the busiest supervising officials in the FIFA U17 Women’s World …

16-Year-Old Indian Scales Mount Everest, Sets Sight On Antarctica’s Vinson Massif

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Kaamya became the youngest Indian and 2nd youngest girl in the world to summit Mount Everest New Delhi: The Indian Navy today congratulated Kaamya Karthikeyan, a 16-year-old class XII student of Navy Children School in Mumbai, on becoming the youngest Indian and the second youngest girl in the world to summit Mount Everest from the Nepal side. In a unique father-daughter feat, Kaamya, along with her father Cdr S. Karthikeyan of the Indian Navy, successfully submitted the 8849 m Mount Everest summit on May 20. “Kaamya has exhibited immense courage and fortitude in summiting the highest peaks in six of the seven continents. Indian Navy wishes young Kaamya the very best in her aspiration to summit the highest peaks of all seven continents, becoming the youngest girl to do so,” the Indian Navy posted on X. #IndianNavy congratulates Ms Kaamya Karthikeyan d/o Cdr S Karthikeyan on becoming the youngest #Indian & the second youngest girl in the world to summit Mt Everest from the Nepal side.Kaamya has exhibited immense courage & fortitude in summiting the …

Planning To Lose Weight? These Scales Can Help You Reach Your Fat Loss Goals

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Say Hello To Your New Weight Loss BFF: These Scales Will Be Your Partner In Crime(Photo Credit –Amazon) Looking to track your fitness journey and set realistic goals? A reliable weighing scale is a great tool to have on hand. But with so many options on Amazon, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! Here’s our curated list of the top 10 best-selling body weighing scales on Amazon, each with its unique features to help you find your perfect match: 1. Healthgenie Weight Machine for Body Weight (Thick Tempered Glass LCD Display)  (Photo Credit –Amazon) This classic digital scale features a thick tempered glass platform for durability and a clear LCD display for easy reading. It also offers a weight capacity of 180 kg. Start your weight management journey with a simple and reliable option. Get the Healthgenie Weight Machine today! 2. beatXP Black Art Weighing Machine (Backlit LCD Panel & 5mm Thick Tempered Glass) (Photo Credit –Amazon) This stylish scale features a sleek black design, a bright backlit …

10 Best Kitchen Scales Under ₹1000

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The Secret Weapon Of Master Chefs: 10 Best Kitchen Scales Under ₹1000 ( Photo Credit – Amazon ) For passionate cooks and aspiring bakers in India, achieving recipe perfection often hinges on one crucial element: precision. Ditch the guesswork and hello, consistent results! Kitchen weighing scales are an essential tool that transforms your culinary creations from “almost there” to absolutely delightful. Why Use a Kitchen Weighing Scale? Accuracy is King (and Queen): Baking relies on a delicate balance of ingredients. A scale ensures you follow recipes precisely, leading to consistent textures and flavors every single time. Portion Control Made Easy: Whether you’re mindful of calorie intake or following a specific diet, a scale allows for accurate portion control, taking the guesswork out of healthy meal prep. Goodbye Measuring Cups, Hello Efficiency: Spoons and cups can be imprecise, leading to overflowing messes. Scales streamline the process, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. Embrace International Recipes: Many international recipes rely on metric measurements. A scale eliminates confusion and ensures you replicate those exotic dishes flawlessly. How to finding …