Author: Sharad Natani
Ushering in a new era of freight movement, India’s first private Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) has been launched by the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd. (DFCCIL) in Gujarat’s industrial zone near Surat. This strategic development aligns with the PM Gati Shakti Master Plan, showcasing India’s firm step toward transforming its logistics ecosystem. New Sanjali Terminal: Gujarat’s Logistics Powerhouse Developed across 120 acres of private land by the Sawariya Shakti Group, the New Sanjali Terminal stands as a testament to efficient, green, and future-ready infrastructure. It lies at a logistics hotspot — between New Sanjali station (DFCCIL)…
In a heart-stopping moment of instinct and loyalty, a village dog in Siyathi, Mandi district, became an unlikely hero, saving 67 villagers from certain death as a massive landslide hit their homes in the dead of night. At around 12:30 AM on June 30, as monsoon rains pounded the hillside, the dog—sleeping on the second floor of his owner’s house—began barking frantically and howling non-stop. Sensing something was terribly wrong, Narendra, the dog’s owner, rushed out to discover cracks forming in the walls and water flooding in. “I didn’t know what was happening, but the dog wouldn’t stop. When I…
A new study by AIIMS Raipur has sounded the alarm on India’s youngest digital natives. Children under 5 are spending an average of 2.2 hours a day on screens—twice the safe limit—raising serious concerns about their physical, mental, and social development. Infants Under 2 Also Exposed Even children under two years, for whom screen time should ideally be zero, are averaging 1.2 hours daily, the study revealed. The findings are based on a meta-analysis of 10 studies covering 2,857 children across India, published in the medical journal Cureus. What’s at Stake? Excessive screen exposure is linked to: Delayed language skills…
While most students are focused on exams and assignments, Amala Jose, a Business Management student from St Joseph’s College, Moolamattom, is tackling something far bigger: the global plastic crisis. With the help of her mentors and campus startup support, she has designed PenCanvas, a biodegradable pen that may help rewrite the story of plastic pollution. The journey began during a seminar at CIPET Kochi, where Amala first learned about bioplastics and biopolymers. “That session was a turning point. I realised everyday items like pens, often overlooked, are huge contributors to plastic waste,” Amala shared in an interview with Onmanorama. From…
In the middle of a terrifying night of chaos and cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh, a 20-year-old woman from Sharan village in Mandi district fought an unimaginable battle—not just against nature, but for her life. Tuneja Thakur, now hailed as a miracle survivor, clawed through thick mud, jagged rocks, and crushing debris for five long hours, after being buried alive in a landslide triggered by flash floods on June 30. As relentless rain battered the Seraj valley, Tuneja was caught in a sudden landslide just steps from her house. “It was pitch dark. I heard people shouting, and then within seconds,…
The Haj Committee of India, operating under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, has officially opened the application process for Haj 2026, inviting Indian Muslims to begin their spiritual journey to Mecca by applying online. The application window is open from July 7 to July 31, 2025, and will close sharply at 11:59 PM on the final day. The Committee urges all interested applicants to ensure they apply well before the deadline and check their passport validity, which must extend beyond January 31, 2026. Key Guidelines for Haj 2026 Applicants Applications are to be submitted only through the official Haj Committee…