NEW DELHI: In a bid to clear commuters’ confusion over speed limits on national highways and highways, the road transport ministry has proposed that the Center should be responsible for setting these limits, while state governments would retain the power to notify norms for all other roads under their jurisdiction.The ministry recently shared a series of proposed changes that include removing ambiguity around state and local police speed limits on national highways and expressways. Since local authorities set speed limits, commuters who don’t use NH regularly won’t notice this and end up getting fined.Currently, the Ministry of Road Transport publishes maximum speed limits for all categories of roads, but state agencies can lower this limit.People familiar with the plan said the transport ministry proposed amending Section 112 of the MV Act, which empowers state governments to set minimum and maximum speed limits. Likewise, Section 113, which empowers states to regulate, restrict or prohibit the use of vehicles on the basis of weight, will also be amended.For the sake of clarity, it was proposed that, in the case of NHs, the power to specify norms would be the responsibility of the ministry and states would be free to set limits on their roads.“Though the speed norm for motor vehicles on national highways is 100 km/h, state and local police frequently reduce the speed to 60-70 km/h on sections of national highways that pass through urban areas. This creates a lot of compliance issues for commuters. The proposed amendments will address this issue. Under the National Highways (Land and Traffic) Control Act, highway management agencies designated by the national highways agencies have the power to control land, manage traffic and eliminate unauthorized occupation on highways. So, no more confusion. ” said an official.
Pentagon chief says US and Israel will take full control of Iranian airspace within days
Pete Hegseth at press conference
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegers claimed on Wednesday that U.S. and Israeli forces were moving quickly to control Iranian airspace, while acknowledging that some incoming drones and missiles could still evade interception.“It started last night and will be completed in a few days… two of the most powerful air forces in the world,” Hegseth told reporters at the Pentagon. [US, Israel] would have complete control over Iran’s skies. “
“That doesn’t mean we can stop everything,” he said, adding that maximum force protection was established before offensive operations began.The defense secretary further reiterated the claim that Iran wanted to “kill” Trump, adding, “We have known for a long time that Iran was intentionally trying to kill President Trump…although that was not the focus of any effort imaginable. In fact, the president never raised it…I made sure that those responsible ended up being part of the target list.”Hegseth said the conflict could last longer than initially expected, possibly lasting up to eight weeks, but he declined to commit to a fixed timetable. “You can say four weeks, but it could be six weeks, eight weeks, three weeks,” he said, adding that the United States would set the “rhythm and pace” of operations.He said more U.S. troops, including fighter jets and bombers, were continuing to deploy to the region.His comments came as U.S. officials warned that the conflict, which looks set to last for weeks, could cause more American casualties. President Donald Trump has said the battle could last a month or more, while defense leaders say the timeline will depend on developments on the battlefield.Gen. Dan Kaine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said U.S. personnel in the region remain at risk.Six U.S. soldiers were killed on Sunday when an Iranian drone struck the operations center of a civilian port facility in Kuwait, miles from the main U.S. base. One of the family members of the victims said that the site was a temporary container-type building without special defense protection.Hegers said more U.S. aircraft, including fighters and bombers, were continuing to deploy to the region as part of a broader build-up. He suggested the conflict could last six to eight weeks, but declined to set a specific time frame, saying the duration would depend on developments.Tehran has threatened to target military and economic infrastructure across the Middle East, a sign that the confrontation could expand further.Hegseth also pointed to previous intelligence on the Iranian threat to Trump, saying individuals linked to those plots were ultimately considered for targeting, although he said the issue was not central to the current campaign.
Application and NHs channel approval process fully digitalized
NEW DELHI: People seeking access from National Highways (NH) to petrol stations, roadside facilities, industries, private properties and rest area complexes will no longer have to visit government offices to obtain NOCs. They will be able to apply and get approved online without any physical interface with the system.Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari launches a new one-stop digital platform – http://rajmargpravesh.morth.gov.in — Process all such applications. Government and private entities can also use the portal to obtain permits to lay utilities such as water pipes, gas pipes, fiber optic cables, electrical wires and other services along or across the NH.Gadkari said the new portal will make the approval process more convenient, transparent and time-bound, helping citizens and businesses save time and effort. Officials said the portal allows for fully digital submissions and attachments and automatically sends applications to the relevant authorities. “The relevant authorities have specific timetables for initiating, processing and completing this work. Delays at any stage will be monitored to pursue accountability. ” said an official.
Fact-checking Pete Hegseth’s claim: Was Iranian warship sinking the first torpedo sinking since World War II?
U.S. Secretary of Defense Peter Heggs It was confirmed on Thursday that the U.S. submarine Torpedoed and sunk an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean. He asserted that it marked “the first time an enemy ship has been sunk by torpedo since World War II.”
“A U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship that thought it was safe in international waters,” Hegseth said. “Instead, it was torpedoed.”
However, according to the BBC, his statement appears to be incorrect.
In 1982, during the Falklands War, argentine The only cruiser, the General Belgrano, was sunk in the South Atlantic by two Tigerfish torpedoes fired from a British nuclear-powered submarine.
In addition, another sinking occurred in 1971 when the Indian frigate INS Khukri was sunk by a Pakistani torpedo. submarineexternal.
However, if true, the sinking of the Iranian warship would be the first time a U.S. submarine has sunk an enemy ship in this way since 1945.
Later, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine appeared to explain Hegseth’s statement in the same briefing, saying the attack was the first time a U.S. submarine had sunk an enemy warship since 1945.
Meanwhile, the Pentagon released a video capturing the exact moment a U.S. torpedo hit an Iranian naval ship in the Indian Ocean.
Attack on Iranian warship kills 80 people
A U.S. submarine attacked an Iranian warship, killing at least 80 people, officials said.
Sri Lanka’s Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra confirmed that the incident occurred near the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka.
The Iris Dena, one of Iran’s latest warships, sent a distress call at dawn about 25 miles south of the southern port of Galle, with 180 people on board, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said. According to the Guardian. In response, Sri Lankan authorities have launched a search and rescue operation to find more survivors.
According to the Associated Press, the Iranian ship participated in naval exercises in the Bay of Bengal from February 18 to 25 and was returning to Iran from a port in eastern India when it was attacked. According to information on the Indian website, the “Milan” naval exercise hosted by India included an Iranian ship named “IRIS Dena”.
Giving birth to your next baby: US ambassador’s ‘awkward’ joke to embassy staff during Iran war; ‘If it’s a boy…’
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee joked with embassy staff about what to do now that they were asked to shelter in place and suggested they should have children. This was not a spoken joke but was written in a memo reviewed by The Washington Post. According to reports, the memo has been sent to U.S. diplomats, local staff and family members, and mentioned that they will spend longer time at home because the embassy requires them to stay close to their residences. “If extended time with your spouse results in the birth of your next child in about nine months, I certainly hope you will want to name the little guy after me!” Huckabee wrote, according to the memo cited by The Washington Post. “Michelle is also a good name for a girl,” he added.
One US official described the newspaper’s news as “awkward” and “bizarre”.The Washington Post reached out to Huckabee and the State Department about the bizarre memo, but neither responded. The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem faced backlash online after revealing in a social media post that it could not help evacuate or directly assist Americans in Israel.“Given the current security situation throughout the region, the U.S. Embassy has directed all U.S. government employees and their families to continue sheltering in and around their residences until further notice,” the embassy said. After the backlash, the U.S. State Department said it was taking historic action to help U.S. citizens who want to leave the Middle East. “The department is facilitating charter flights for U.S. citizens from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Jordan and will continue to secure additional capacity as safety conditions permit,” the department said. “Commercial air options remain available in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Egypt, and the Department of Commerce is actively helping U.S. citizens book these tickets,” the note said. “For those from countries lacking commercial air travel, the Department will facilitate travel to third countries when conditions permit. This includes increasing ground transportation options for U.S. citizens wishing to leave Israel.”
IISc and Pratiksha Trust launch brain co-processor ‘Moonshot’ project
Bangalore: indian institute of science (IISc) on Wednesday said it has launched a “moonshot” project to develop brain co-processors that combine neuromorphic hardware with artificial intelligence algorithms to enhance or restore brain function. The initiative is funded by the Pratiksha Trust founded by Kris Gopalakrishnan and his wife Sudha.The MoU to formalize the partnership was signed at IISc in the presence of IISc Director Gopalakrishnan, Prof G Rangarajan, Foundation for Science, Innovation and Development (FSID) CEO Prof B Gurumoorthy and other faculty members and deans.“The project aims to develop implantable and non-invasive brain co-processors capable of decoding neural activity from brain recordings, processing these signals using artificial intelligence algorithms and recoding them into the brain through neurostimulation or neurofeedback,” IISc said. The devices are expected to support cognitive rehabilitation, particularly for stroke survivors who have lost functions such as goal-directed reaching and grasping.Gopalakrishnan said: “India is becoming a global leader in neuroscience through international partnerships that combine basic research with clinical applications. With strong support from the Pratiksha Trust, the Brain Coprocessor Moonshot accelerates the development of innovative medical technologies.”The ultimate goal of these innovations, he said, is to provide world-class, transformative neurotherapies to the global population. The program builds on pilot work under IISc’s Brain, Computational and Data Sciences program, a cross-departmental initiative involving more than 20 faculty members. The program is also supported by Pratiksha Trust.According to IISc, brain coprocessors represent an emerging class of technologies designed to enhance or restore the natural functioning of the brain in the real world. The current project aims to build an artificial intelligence-driven closed-loop device that interfaces with different areas of the brain to restore coordinated movement.A focus of the project is the development of indigenous capabilities. The team plans to localize the implant design, hardware system, and artificial intelligence software stack to be compatible with clinical infrastructure in low-resource settings. It also aims to create an India-specific database of stereoelectroencephalogram and ECoG recordings and develop open source artificial intelligence tools, datasets and visualization platforms as digital public goods.“In the first phase, the team will develop and validate a non-invasive neural coprocessor to provide sensorimotor feedback and goal-direction to stroke survivors. The foundation will also be laid for an invasive implanted version,” IISc said.The second phase will focus on developing a minimally invasive embedded coprocessor designed to restore sensorimotor coordination in individuals with chronic multidomain deficits following middle cerebral artery stroke.The IISc team will collaborate with medical professionals and researchers across India to clinically validate and deploy these devices as per national and international standards, the IIScs said, adding that feedback from neurologists, therapists, patients and caregivers will be incorporated throughout the development process. The institute will also collaborate with research partners in India and abroad.Professor Rangarajan said Project Moonshot brings together expertise in neuroscience, electrical engineering, bioelectronics and neuromorphic computing to address stroke rehabilitation.
Does Bill Clinton have Parkinson’s disease? Former US president’s hands shake as he testifies against Epstein, sparking health concerns
Recent videos featuring former presidents bill clinton During his testimony before Congress, viewers noticed his hands were shaking, renewing concerns about his health and prompting questions about whether he suffers from Parkinson’s disease.
The video, released by the Republican-led House Oversight Committee, shows Clinton testifying alongside his legal team about his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
In one clip, the 79-year-old former president’s hands were visibly shaking as he raised a glass of water in response to a question from a member of the House of Representatives. Nancy Mace. Netizens on social media were quick to speculate whether hand tremors could indicate a neurological condition, such as Parkinson’s diseasewhich is known to cause involuntary trembling.
“It’s clear that Bill Clinton has Parkinson’s-like dementia,” one user wrote on X.
“Looks like Bill Clinton has Parkinson’s disease 🤔,” said another.
However, clinton Having long been treating age-related tremors, this phenomenon is not surprising. According to a report on January 18, 2013, the 42nd President of the United States himself admitted that these tremors are typical of the aging process.
What is Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease The disease, which has been the subject of speculation, is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement. The disorder occurs when dopamine-producing neurons in the brain degenerate, causing symptoms such as tremors, slowed movement, muscle stiffness, difficulty with balance, changes in speech, facial masking and other related problems.
Bill Clinton on Parkinson’s disease speculation
Clinton has long dealt with age-related tremors, however, and it’s nothing new. According to reports on January 18, 2013, the 42nd President of the United States himself confirmed that these tremors are a normal part of aging.
“The first time this happened, I had to get myself checked out to make sure I didn’t have Parkinson’s disease.” clinton pointed out. “I was relieved, I didn’t care how big the shake was afterward. If I had Parkinson’s, I wanted to know so I could be prepared. I had it checked out and the doctor said ‘no.’ It’s just a normal part of aging.” “
Bill Clinton and Trump’s ties to Epstein
Clinton and Donald Trump had ties to Epstein before the well-connected financier pleaded guilty in 2008 to soliciting prostitution from a minor.
They all unanimously said they had seen no evidence of sex trafficking and had not been charged by authorities with any criminal activity related to Epstein. Epstein hosted several business and financial leaders at his luxurious residences in New York, Florida and the Caribbean.
Epstein He was arrested again in 2019 and died in prison while facing federal sex trafficking charges. His death was determined to be a suicide.
During the Trump administration, the Justice Department released millions of records from its investigation into Epstein, including photos of Clinton with women whose identities were redacted.
Clinton has always denied any wrongdoing and expressed regret for her relationship with Epstein.
US, Israel attack Iran: AIMPLB urges UN to adopt ceasefire measures
New Delhi: all india muslim personal law board “Strongly and unequivocally condemned” the open aggression against Iran by the United States and Israel on Tuesday. The Commission urges the United Nations and the international community to take immediate, effective and concrete measures to ensure a ceasefire and prevent the region from descending into a devastating war.Commission spokesman SQR Ilyas said in a press statement that negotiations between Iran and the United States on Iran’s nuclear program have made significant progress.
He also expressed deep condolences for the martyrdom of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He said that openly talking about regime change against the central leadership of a sovereign country during wartime was a flagrant violation of international law. Artificial Intelligence MPLB The Indian government, the United Nations and the international community are urged to take immediate measures to stop the war. “Otherwise, this fire wouldn’t have been confined to one area.”
Khamenei’s farewell ceremony postponed as conflict between US, Israel and Iran intensifies for fifth day
Iran has postponed the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei that was scheduled to take place in Tehran on Wednesday evening, state television reported, citing an expected unusually large public turnout.According to AFP, local Iranian media reported that “the farewell ceremony of the martyr Imam has been postponed. The new date will be announced later.”
Earlier in the day, authorities announced that a memorial ceremony would be held in the capital before Khamenei’s body would be transported to his birthplace, the holy city of Mashhad, for burial. The 86-year-old cleric was killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli attack over the weekend.Tehran has faced sustained bombardment since Saturday, with missiles targeting military and government sites. Officials did not directly link the delay to the security situation.Also read: US assets strike across Middle East on fifth day of conflict; Israel launches new strikes on Iran, LebanonMohsen Mahmoudi, chairman of Tehran’s Islamic Development Coordination Council, which oversees the arrangements, said the delay was partly due to the millions of people expected to take part and the logistical preparations needed to accommodate those crowds.
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US-Israel vs Iran: Inside the ongoing conflict
president Donald TrumpThe 79-year-old authorized an attack on Iran that killed the Middle Eastern country’s top leader, sparking outrage across the political spectrum and among several Americans. Ali Khamenei,weekend. Following the U.S. military action, Iran retaliated by firing missiles at Israel, causing air raid sirens to sound across Tel Aviv and Israel deploying interceptors to counter the attack.
The death toll in the region continues to rise as Iran’s capital, Tehran, and its allies fight back against operations against Israel, Gulf neighbors and key targets linked to global oil and gas production.
Given the severity of the attack, Khamenei’s assassination and the apparent lack of a strategic exit plan, this suggests the conflict is likely to persist in the coming weeks.
U.S. and Israeli missile attacks have so far killed hundreds of people across the Middle East, while Iranian counterattacks have killed six U.S. service members.
Also read: Grief and tears grip Iran and Israel as people mourn loved ones lost in fierce war: Photos
Trump says action on Iran could be extended for weeks
trump card said on Monday that the military operation could last for weeks. “We expect it to take four to five weeks, but we have the ability to do it longer than that,” he said.
Trump and other officials in his administration said the U.S. launched the attack on Iran because of an imminent threat after nuclear talks failed to reach an agreement.
Some members of Congress expressed concern about that assessment and the scope of Trump’s authority to launch an attack on Iran without congressional approval. Democrats and some Republicans are preparing to launch a war powers vote aimed at limiting Trump’s ability to take more military action in Iran.