June 11, 2025

THE CLIFF NEWS

National Daily Bilingual Newspaper
Breaking News

भोपाल में हाई-प्रोफाइल चोर गिरोह का पर्दाफाश: दो इंजीनियर और एक प्राइवेट कर्मचारी गिरफ्तार, ₹1.5 करोड़ की चोरी में लिप्त

भोपाल पुलिस ने गुरुवार को एक हाई-प्रोफाइल चोर गिरोह का भंडाफोड़ किया है, जिसमें दो कंप्यूटर साइंस इंजीनियर और एक प्राइवेट फर्म कर्मचारी शामिल हैं। इन तीनों ने शहर में ₹1.5 करोड़ से अधिक की चोरियों को अंजाम दिया था। गिरोह चोरी से प्राप्त सोना और नकदी को लोन के जरिए रियल एस्टेट में निवेश कर रहा था। सफेद कार बना पहचान का सुराग भोपाल के पुलिस आयुक्त हरिनारायणचारी मिश्र ने बताया कि यह जांच 14 मई को डैनिश कुंज इलाके में हुई बड़ी चोरी के बाद शुरू हुई। घटनास्थल के पास एक संदिग्ध सफेद कार सीसीटीवी में नजर आई। गाड़ी का नंबर स्पष्ट नहीं था, लेकिन मुखबिरों से मिली जानकारी के आधार पर पुलिस को यशवंत रघुवंशी (विदिशा निवासी), भूपेंद्र साहू (रायसेन निवासी, वर्तमान में कटारा हिल्स में रहने वाला) और अभिलाष विश्वकर्मा (छिंदवाड़ा निवासी) पर शक हुआ। तीनों की गिरफ्तारी और कबूलनामा पुलिस ने यशवंत को विदिशा से, भूपेंद्र को कटारा हिल्स से और अभिलाष को छिंदवाड़ा से गिरफ्तार किया। पूछताछ में तीनों ने कोलार रोड के तीन स्थानों और कटारा हिल्स में एक स्थान पर चोरी की बात स्वीकार की। दिन में रैकी, रात में वारदात गिरोह दिन के समय खाली मकानों की पहचान करता और रात में बाहरी साथियों को बुलाकर चोरी करता। सहयोगियों को होटल में ठहराया जाता और चोरी के बाद उन्हें लूट का हिस्सा देकर शहर से बाहर भेज दिया जाता था। लूट से रियल एस्टेट में निवेश मुख्य आरोपी चोरी का सोना मांडीद्वीप स्थित मुथूट फाइनेंस में गिरवी रखकर लोन लेते थे, जिससे रियल एस्टेट में निवेश किया जाता था। पुलिस ने ₹40 लाख मूल्य का सोना फाइनेंस कंपनी से जब्त कर फ्रीज़ किया है। शैक्षणिक पृष्ठभूमि और जब्ती तीनों आरोपी उच्च शिक्षित हैं — यशवंत और अभिलाष कंप्यूटर साइंस इंजीनियर हैं, जबकि भूपेंद्र एक निजी कंपनी में कार्यरत है। पुलिस ने इनके पास से सोने-चांदी के आभूषण, चांदी के सिक्के और ₹24,000 नकद बरामद किए हैं। इनके बैंक खातों को भी फ्रीज़ कर दिया गया है, जिनमें चोरी से संबंधित ₹60 लाख की अतिरिक्त लेन-देन का पता चला है। पुलिस की सख्त कार्रवाई भोपाल पुलिस ने इस मामले को संगठित और पेशेवर अपराध मानते हुए, आगे की जांच के लिए वित्तीय लेन-देन और रियल एस्टेट निवेश पर विशेष ध्यान देने की बात कही है। पुलिस अब यह पता लगाने में जुटी है कि कहीं और भी इस गिरोह ने चोरी की घटनाओं को अंजाम तो नहीं दिया।

Read More
Editor01 mins

भोपाल नगर निगम ने तीन वर्षों में जमा किए 3 करोड़ रुपये, वर्षा जल संचयन पर नहीं हुआ कोई कार्य

भोपाल नगर निगम (बीएमसी) ने पिछले तीन वर्षों में भवन निर्माण की अनुमति लेने वाले आवेदकों से वर्षा जल संचयन को बढ़ावा देने के नाम पर तीन करोड़ रुपये से अधिक की राशि सुरक्षा निधि के रूप में जमा की है। लेकिन हैरानी की बात यह है कि इस राशि से अब तक एक भी वर्षा जल संचयन प्रणाली स्थापित नहीं की गई है। भूमि विकास नियम, 2012 के तहत जमा होती है राशि वर्ष 2012 के भूमि विकास नियमों के अनुसार, भवन अनुमति के लिए आवेदन करने वाले व्यक्तियों को वर्षा जल संचयन स्थापना के लिए एक सुरक्षा शुल्क जमा करना अनिवार्य है। यह राशि वापस पाने योग्य होती है, बशर्ते कि आवेदक वर्षा जल संचयन प्रणाली स्थापित कर उसका प्रमाण निगम को प्रस्तुत करे। न धन वापसी का दावा, न सिस्टम की स्थापना व्यवहार में देखा गया है कि अधिकांश संपत्ति मालिक वर्षा जल संचयन प्रणाली स्थापित करने के बाद भी अपनी जमा राशि की वापसी का दावा नहीं करते। वहीं, नगर निगम इन अप्रयुक्त धनराशियों का कोई सकारात्मक उपयोग भी नहीं कर पाया है। वर्ष 2022-23 में ₹1.07 करोड़, 2023-24 में ₹80.48 लाख, और 2024-25 में ₹1.16 करोड़ की राशि निगम ने एकत्र की, परंतु अब तक इससे न तो कोई प्रणाली स्थापित की गई और न ही जनजागरूकता बढ़ाई गई। पानी संकट वाले शहर में यह बड़ी चूक विशेषज्ञों का कहना है कि जल संकट झेल रहे शहर के लिए यह गंभीर चूक है। इस निधि का उपयोग न होना पर्यावरणीय प्रयासों को कमजोर करता है और साथ ही पारदर्शिता व जवाबदेही पर भी सवाल खड़े करता है। इंदौर मॉडल से तुलना में बीएमसी पिछड़ा इसके विपरीत, इंदौर नगर निगम ने इस दिशा में प्रभावी कदम उठाए हैं। वहां न सिर्फ वर्षा जल संचयन प्रणाली की निगरानी की जाती है, बल्कि स्थापित करने वालों को सुरक्षा निधि की वापसी भी सुनिश्चित की जाती है। नगर निगम की स्वीकारोक्ति भोपाल नगर निगम के सिटी प्लानर अनूप गोयल ने स्वयं इस विफलता को स्वीकार किया। उन्होंने कहा कि बहुत कम भवन मालिक वर्षा जल संचयन स्थापित करने के बाद अपनी जमा राशि वापस मांगते हैं। उन्होंने बताया कि 140 वर्ग फुट से बड़े भवनों में यह प्रणाली अनिवार्य है और पूर्व में निगम द्वारा जनजागरूकता अभियान भी चलाए जाते थे। वर्षा जल संचयन: क्या है और क्यों जरूरी है वर्षा जल संचयन एक जल संरक्षण तकनीक है, जिसमें बारिश के पानी को एकत्र कर भविष्य के उपयोग के लिए संग्रहित किया जाता है। इससे भूमिगत जलस्तर में सुधार होता है और कुओं व नलकूपों की जल उपलब्धता बढ़ती है। यह प्रणाली छतों से पानी एकत्र कर टैंकों या गड्ढों में संग्रहित करती है और विशेषकर जल संकट वाले क्षेत्रों में यह अत्यंत लाभकारी सिद्ध होती है।

Read More
Editor01 mins

Trump Reinstates Travel Ban on 12 Countries, Adds Restrictions on 7 More Amid National Security Review

In a sweeping move citing national security concerns, former U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced the reinstatement of a travel ban affecting 12 countries, along with new travel restrictions for citizens from seven others. The restrictions are set to take effect from Monday at 12:01 AM, according to an official White House statement. The countries facing a renewed travel ban include:Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. In addition, new restrictions are being imposed on travelers from:Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. “This is about keeping America safe,” Trump declared. “I must act to protect the national security and national interest of the United States and its people.” According to the presidential declaration, the decision was based on a comprehensive review of visa overstay rates, the strength of civil documentation systems, and the level of cooperation these countries maintain with U.S. immigration and security agencies. Trump asserted that several of the affected nations fail to screen travelers adequately or refuse to accept deported nationals, posing a potential threat to U.S. interests. The announcement comes in the wake of a terrorist attack on June 1, 2025, at the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado, in which the suspect was reportedly an Egyptian national who had overstayed a tourist visa. In a video message posted on social media, Trump referenced the incident as evidence of weak immigration controls and emphasized the need for stricter vetting. The current policy stems from a January 20 executive order, directing the State Department, Department of Homeland Security, and the Director of National Intelligence to reassess countries based on what the Trump administration termed “hostile attitudes” toward the U.S. and their overall security cooperation. Notably, this move mirrors Trump’s controversial 2017 travel ban, which initially barred citizens of Iraq, Syria, Iran, Sudan, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen. That order sparked nationwide protests, legal battles, and widespread backlash before it was revised and ultimately upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2018. While the current list has expanded, reports suggest that Pakistan, Syria, and up to 41 other countries could also face future repercussions if found to be non-compliant in upcoming assessments. The Department of Homeland Security is expected to release additional details in the coming weeks.

Read More
Editor04 mins

DGCA Flags Major Safety Violations by Turkish Airlines Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a strong warning to Turkish Airlines after uncovering a series of serious safety violations during surprise inspections carried out at major Indian airports. According to a statement by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the inspections were conducted between May 29 and June 2 at Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru airports under Article 16 of the Convention on International Civil Aviation (ICAO), which authorizes oversight of foreign carriers operating within national airspace. One of the most alarming findings was at Bengaluru Airport, where DGCA inspectors found that an untrained marshaller — who lacked the mandatory competency card — was guiding aircraft on the ground. This role is critical to preventing runway accidents and collisions during taxiing operations. In another violation, a Turkish Airlines aircraft was serviced by a technician instead of a certified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) during arrival checks. The authorised maintenance partner, Airworks, was not present at the time of inspection, signaling a serious lapse in protocol. The airline’s cargo operations were also found to be in violation of safety norms. Turkish Airlines was reportedly transporting dangerous goods, including explosives, without required DGCA permissions. Inspectors noted that several mandatory safety documents were either incomplete or missing, further raising red flags about the airline’s procedural compliance. At Hyderabad and Bengaluru airports, ground handling operations were found to be operating without a formal Service-Level Agreement (SLA) between Turkish Airlines and its local partner, Globe Ground India. In addition, essential ground support equipment such as ladders, trolleys, and power units were being used without proper documentation, leaving room for accountability and safety gaps. In response, the DGCA has directed Turkish Airlines to implement immediate corrective measures and has warned of continued oversight through follow-up inspections to ensure full compliance with both Indian and international aviation safety standards. These regulatory findings come at a time of heightened diplomatic tension between India and Turkey. Ankara’s recent expression of support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor has sparked outrage in India, exacerbating already strained bilateral ties. While the safety violations are technically unrelated to diplomatic affairs, the timing of the revelations has intensified scrutiny of Turkish entities operating in India. The developments place Turkish Airlines — one of the major international carriers operating in India — under a spotlight of regulatory and public attention, and underscore the DGCA’s commitment to enforcing safety compliance across all carriers, domestic and foreign.

Read More
Editor04 mins

Dapagliflozin Shows Promise in Treating MASH and Liver Fibrosis: BMJ-Published Chinese Trial Offers New Hope

A recent clinical trial in China, published in The BMJ, has revealed that dapagliflozin, a drug commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes, shows significant potential in treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and liver fibrosis—two progressive liver conditions with limited current treatment options. 🔬 About the Study Participants’ body weight, blood sugar, liver enzymes, blood pressure, diet, lipids, and physical activity were monitored throughout the trial. 📈 Key Findings 🌍 Why This Matters Liver disease is a growing global health threat, causing 2 million deaths annually (4% of all deaths). MASH, formerly known as NASH, is an advanced form of fatty liver disease marked by inflammation and scar tissue buildup (fibrosis). Prior research suggested SGLT-2 inhibitors like dapagliflozin could improve liver fat, enzyme levels, and stiffness, but this is the first trial to show histological improvement in biopsy-confirmed MASH. 🧠 Bottom Line This landmark study opens a promising new treatment avenue for MASH and liver fibrosis, especially in patients with type 2 diabetes. While further trials in larger, more diverse populations are needed to confirm these findings, dapagliflozin may soon expand beyond its role in diabetes care to become a critical tool in managing chronic liver disease.

Read More
Editor03 mins

Aamir Khan Confirms Superhero Film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, Biopic with Hirani, and Opens Up on Dream Project ‘Mahabharata’

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has officially announced his collaboration with acclaimed Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj for a big-scale superhero action film. Speaking to PTI during a group interaction, the actor revealed that the project will begin in the second half of 2025. “Lokesh and I are working on a film. It is a superhero film. It is a big-scale action film and it will start next year, second half,” said Aamir. Lokesh, known for his high-octane blockbusters like Vikram, Leo, Master, and Kaithi, is expected to bring his signature cinematic style to the Hindi film industry with this venture. Addressing rumors about a sequel to his 2014 satirical hit PK, Aamir clarified that there are no plans for PK 2. Instead, he confirmed a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema, with director Rajkumar Hirani. “PK 2 is a rumour. I’m doing the Dadasaheb Phalke biopic. Raju and I are working on it,” he said. Aamir also spoke about his most cherished and ambitious project, a cinematic adaptation of the Mahabharata, which he has dreamt of for over 25 years. “Mahabharata has been my dream for the last 25 years. It is not a film. When you are making Mahabharata, you are not making a film — you’re surrendering,” he explained. However, he cautioned that the project is still in its infancy, with no concrete foundation yet in place. “Till the time I don’t make a basic foundation for it, I won’t be able to answer any questions. All I know is I’m going to start work on it.” When asked which films from his past could have sequels, Aamir pointed to Dil Chahta Hai (2001), 3 Idiots (2009), and Sarfarosh (1999). He envisioned a sequel to 3 Idiots that would revisit the characters played by him, R Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi later in life. He also proposed an interesting idea for a Dil Chahta Hai sequel, exploring a mid-life crisis angle where the trio — Aamir, Akshaye Khanna, and Saif Ali Khan — are all undergoing therapy. “It would be an interesting thing, you know, for the three of them,” he added with a smile. With a superhero film, a biopic, and a mythological epic on the cards, Aamir Khan is clearly charting an ambitious roadmap for the coming years.

Read More
Editor04 mins

Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life — A Missed Opportunity Drenched in Visual Grandeur but Starved of Substance

“You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain.” — This line doesn’t just haunt the characters in Thug Life, it eerily mirrors the trajectory of filmmaker Mani Ratnam himself in what is arguably his weakest film to date. Despite the promise of a powerhouse ensemble — Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Trisha, Joju George, with a score by AR Rahman and visuals by Ravi K Chandran — Thug Life collapses under the weight of ambition without coherence. 🧨 What Goes Wrong? 💔 Mani Ratnam’s Decline? This film is not the work of a master in control of his craft. Instead, Thug Life plays like a bloated imitation of Nayakan, echoing its themes without understanding its soul. 🎥 What Works (Barely)? 🎭 Kamal Haasan: Hero or Misfit? In a film that requires simmering rage and emotional restraint, Kamal veers into over-the-top theatrics, seeming out of sync with both story and co-stars. It’s one of his more disconnected performances in recent memory, never quite merging with the tonal fabric of the film. ⚖️ Verdict: Thug Life tries to be an epic but ends up a visually polished misfire. With incoherent storytelling, poor character work, and a script that overstays its welcome, this is Mani Ratnam at his most frustrating. For fans of the auteur, it’s a sobering reminder that even legends can falter when style overtakes substance. Rating: ★★☆☆☆ (2/5) Watch it only if you’re a Mani-Kamal completist — or if you want to study how a potentially powerful story can unravel when the pen forgets the pulse.

Read More
Editor04 mins

सागर कैंट से लेफ्टिनेंट कर्नल 48 घंटे से लापता, सेना और खुफिया एजेंसियों की संयुक्त तलाश जारी

सागर स्थित एक इन्फेंट्री रेजिमेंट के लेफ्टिनेंट कर्नल पिछले 48 घंटों से लापता हैं, जिससे सेना, स्थानीय पुलिस और खुफिया एजेंसियों के बीच हड़कंप मच गया है। अधिकारी सोमवार सुबह नियमित शारीरिक प्रशिक्षण (पीटी) के दौरान आखिरी बार देखे गए थे। इसके बाद से न तो उनका कोई संपर्क हुआ है और न ही उनका कोई सुराग मिल पाया है। जब पीटी के बाद वे ड्यूटी पर नहीं पहुंचे, तो सेना में आंतरिक अलर्ट जारी कर दिया गया और सागर कैंट क्षेत्र में व्यापक तलाशी शुरू की गई। अब यह खोज अभियान आसपास के इलाकों तक बढ़ा दिया गया है। एक वरिष्ठ अधिकारी ने बताया, “इस स्तर के अधिकारी का बिना किसी सूचना या संकेत के इस तरह गायब हो जाना अत्यंत दुर्लभ है। हर संभावित कोण से जांच की जा रही है।” अधिकारी के अंतिम ज्ञात गतिविधियों का पता लगाने के लिए कई टीमें काम कर रही हैं। उनके सहकर्मियों और अधीनस्थों से पूछताछ की जा रही है, जो उनकी गुमशुदगी से पहले संपर्क में आए थे। कैंटोनमेंट और आस-पास के क्षेत्रों के सीसीटीवी फुटेज की भी गहन जांच की जा रही है। सेना की ओर से अब तक इस मामले पर कोई आधिकारिक बयान जारी नहीं किया गया है।

Read More
Editor01 mins

Virat Kohli ‘Gutted’ as 11 Die in Stampede During RCB IPL Victory Celebrations in Bengaluru

What began as a jubilant celebration for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) historic IPL 2025 win turned tragic on Wednesday, June 4, when a stampede outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives and injured 47 others. Thousands had gathered to witness the team’s victory lap after their maiden IPL title win in 18 years, but the overwhelming crowd led to chaos and catastrophe. RCB star Virat Kohli, who led the team’s lap of honour inside a packed stadium, expressed heartbreak over the tragedy. Sharing the team’s official statement on Instagram, Kohli added a personal message: “At a loss for words. Absolutely gutted 💔” According to reports, the stampede occurred when a temporary slab over a drain near the stadium collapsed under the weight of fans. The sudden fall caused panic, triggering a deadly stampede. Despite restricted entry via passes, over two lakh supporters reportedly gathered near and around the stadium, far exceeding its 35,000 capacity. The event, which had just begun, was cut short to 20 minutes once organisers were alerted to the developing situation. RCB released a statement saying they immediately modified the event in line with the advice from local authorities. All RCB players and support staff, including coach Andy Flower and mentor Dinesh Karthik, were present. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who had earlier welcomed the team at the airport, also joined the event. Addressing fans inside the stadium, an emotional Kohli said: “It’s no longer ‘Ee Saala Cup Namde’—it’s ‘Ee Saala Cup Namdu’. We’ve done it.This win isn’t just for the players—it’s for the fans, for the people of this incredible city. I’ve never seen a fanbase like this anywhere else in the world.” However, questions are being raised over the decision to proceed with the stadium event even as news of the stampede began to surface. The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has come under fire for lack of proper crowd management and planning. In response, the KSCA announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh to the families of those who lost their lives. Meanwhile, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia clarified that the BCCI was not responsible for the event, but acknowledged that organisational lapses had occurred. Before the stadium event, the RCB team was felicitated by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at the Vidhana Soudha, where celebrations began earlier in the day. The incident has cast a shadow over RCB’s long-awaited triumph and sparked a renewed debate on crowd safety and event management in high-profile public gatherings.

Read More
Editor04 mins

Tata, Dassault Sign Historic Pact to Manufacture Rafale Fuselages in India

In a landmark move for India’s aerospace sector, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Dassault Aviation have signed four Production Transfer Agreements to manufacture the fuselage of the Rafale fighter aircraft in India. This marks the first time Rafale fuselages will be built outside France, a major milestone in Indo-French defence collaboration and a strong push towards the Indian government’s “Make in India” and aerospace self-reliance goals. As part of the agreement, Tata Advanced Systems will establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Hyderabad to produce crucial structural components of the Rafale. These include the lateral shells of the rear fuselage, the complete rear section, the central fuselage, and the front section. The production is slated to begin by FY2028, with the facility targeting an output of two complete fuselages per month. Dassault Aviation Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier emphasized the strategic nature of this move, saying, “This is a decisive step in strengthening our supply chain in India. With partners like TASL, we are confident the facility will meet our quality and competitiveness requirements and support the successful ramp-up of the Rafale.” Echoing the sentiment, Sukaran Singh, CEO and MD of Tata Advanced Systems, noted, “The production of the complete Rafale fuselage in India reflects the deepening trust in our capabilities and the strength of our partnership with Dassault Aviation. It marks a significant step in India’s journey to becoming a global aerospace manufacturing hub.” What Is an Aircraft Fuselage? The fuselage is the main body of an aircraft, serving as the central structure to which wings, tail, and landing gear are attached. According to NASA, it is typically a long hollow tube designed to be lightweight yet strong, helping reduce drag and support various functions depending on the aircraft type. In a fighter jet like the Rafale, the fuselage is streamlined for supersonic flight, with the cockpit positioned on top, weapons mounted on the wings, and engines and fuel located at the rear. The fuselage bears a large share of the aircraft’s weight, housing vital systems, crew, and — in commercial aircraft — passengers and cargo. This manufacturing shift represents a giant leap in India’s defence industrial capabilities, positioning the country as a strategic aerospace manufacturing node in the global supply chain and reinforcing its ambitions of technological and economic self-reliance.

Read More
Editor04 mins
Switch Language »