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Himachal CM Encourages UAE Companies to Invest in Key Sectors

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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu extended an invitation to the UAE on Wednesday, encouraging investment in crucial sectors such as tourism and hospitality, green energy, dairy, food processing, and data storage. This invitation came during a meeting with the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali, who visited to explore potential investment opportunities in the state.

Sukhu emphasized the unique investment landscape of Himachal Pradesh, showcasing its stunning scenery characterized by snow-capped mountains, hills, and water bodies.

To boost tourism infrastructure, the state government is undertaking various projects, including the development of multiple ropeways, the expansion of Kangra Airport, and the construction of new four-lane roads and heliports. These initiatives aim to enhance connectivity and make Himachal Pradesh a prime destination for investors.

The UAE Ambassador expressed a strong interest in investing in the tourism sector, particularly in adventure sports and skiing. He mentioned that the UAE has already pinpointed potential investment sites in the state and is open to suggestions from the state government regarding additional locations.

The Chief Minister also highlighted that Himachal Pradesh is on track to become a leading state in green energy by next year. “In the past two years, our government has implemented significant measures to protect the environment and harness green energy. This includes launching new solar power projects, developing six green corridors, and transitioning the entire fleet of state-owned diesel buses to electric buses in phases,” Sukhu stated.

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He noted that Himachal Pradesh holds 25% of India’s hydro power generation potential, presenting vast investment opportunities in green energy, specifically in solar energy and pump storage projects. The UAE Ambassador remarked on his country’s existing involvement in India’s green energy sector and expressed a desire to collaborate with the Himachal Pradesh government on various green energy initiatives. He also requested information on specific projects for further coordination.

In addition, Sukhu informed that Himachal Pradesh is at the forefront of natural farming in the country and is actively promoting the dairy industry. He encouraged UAE companies to invest in food processing, cold storage facilities, smart city projects, and modern urban planning within the state.

Both leaders agreed to accelerate progress on these initiatives and decided to appoint nodal officers to facilitate the swift implementation of the projects. The Ambassador announced that a technical team from the UAE would visit Himachal Pradesh to evaluate the projects and promote further actions, followed by another meeting between both parties’ officials.

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

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Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

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People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

 

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.

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