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Final Autopsy Confirms OpenAI Whistleblower Suchir Balaji Died by Suicide

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Saniya Patel
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Final Autopsy Confirms OpenAI Whistleblower Suchir Balaji Died by Suicide

On Friday, Medical investigators completed their autopsy findings, which revealed 26-year-old OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji had committed suicide. The San Francisco County Medical Examiner concluded that Balaji committed suicide through a self-inflicted gunshot wound which caused his death on November 26, 2024. A thorough investigation conducted by the San Francisco Police Department produced no evidence of murder which the official report states.

Suchir Balaji’s Question Investigation

Suchir Balaji’s family maintains doubts regarding the investigative process despite the medical examiner’s findings. They claim multiple faults took place in the investigation. The official investigation results received criticism from Suchir’s mother Poornima Ramarao because the police failed to recover crucial surveillance footage inside the building where Balaji lived. Through her social media handle, she urged law enforcement to show better transparency and accountability by tagging prominent users including Elon Musk and Kash Patel in her public post. Ramarao declared that essential documentation regarding her son’s OpenAI whistleblowing work disappeared following his passing.

The autopsy revealed that Balaji used a registered pistol to end his life. Gunshot residue was found on both of his hands, and the test confirmed the weapon matched the bullet that killed him. The report noted that the bullet trajectory was consistent with a suicide, as it was front-to-back and downward. Additionally, the police stated that the apartment door was locked when Balaji’s body was discovered, and there were no signs of forced entry.

Suchir Balaji’s Family Continues to Seek Legal Action And Transparency

Balaji’s death occurred just a day after being named in a legal filing as someone whose files OpenAI planned to examine as part of a lawsuit related to copyright violations. The case, which involves several well-known authors accusing OpenAI of using copyrighted material to train its chatbot, has garnered significant attention.

While the official investigation has closed, Balaji’s family remains adamant that the authorities have not fully uncovered the truth. They are continuing to review the report and explore potential legal avenues for further transparency.

CSR News: Ambuja Cements empowers rural women entrepreneurs in Chhattisgarh’s Bhatapara through ‘Lakhpati Didi’ initiative

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The CSR Journal
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CSR News: Ambuja Cements empowers rural women entrepreneurs in Chhattisgarh’s Bhatapara through ‘Lakhpati Didi’ initiative
Chhattisgarh, India: Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, is driving economic empowerment among rural women in Bhatapara, through the transformative ‘Lakhpati Didi’ programme. By fostering micro-enterprises and offering extensive support in training and resources, the Company’s CSR initiatives are helping women achieve financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.
The ‘Lakhpati Didi’ movement, initiated by the Ministry of Rural Development, aims to enable women in self-help groups (SHGs) to earn an annual household income of ₹1 lakh or more. Ambuja Cements’ CSR team identified 188 women from Bhatapara for this program and provided them with the necessary tools and training to achieve this milestone. Many women have successfully ventured into enterprises like tailoring, vegetable cultivation, and retail stores, significantly improving their quality of life and inspiring their communities.
This initiative has enabled women like Kuleshwari Verma, a fancy store owner earning ₹3.75 lakh annually, and Kusum Patel, who cultivates vegetables and earns ₹1.1 lakh per year, to achieve transformative financial growth. Stories like theirs highlight how access to resources and consistent support can unlock the entrepreneurial potential of rural women.
Ambuja Cements remains committed to promoting inclusive development and sustainable livelihoods through its CSR initiatives. By supporting rural women entrepreneurs, the company underscores its dedication to economic empowerment and long-term community growth.

 

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CSR for Road Safety: Helmet Distribution Drive Organised in Surat

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The CSR Journal
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CSR for Road Safety: Helmet Distribution Drive Organised in Surat
Surat, India: Solex Energy Limited (NSE: SOLEX), one of India’s most trusted solar brands, reaffirmed its commitment to the public and its employees well-being by organising a helmet distribution drive. This initiative, “A Perfect Gift for Your Loved Ones, Take Care of Their Life” underscores the company’s dedication to road safety and aligns with the Surat Police’s intensified efforts to enforce helmet usage, effective February 15, 2025.
The event was honoured by the presence of Shri Anupam Singh Gahlaut, IPS (Commissioner of Police, Surat); Shri Raghavendra Vatsa, IPS (Joint Commissioner of Police (JCP), Crime & Traffic); Smt. Amita Vanani (Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Traffic); Shri Sahil Tandel (Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Traffic); Shri Chetan Shah (Chairman & Managing Director, Solex Energy); Shri Anil Rathi (Director, Solex Energy); Shri Vipul Shah (Director, Solex Energy); Smt. Kiran Shah (Director, Solex Energy) and other esteemed dignitaries. Their collective presence underscored the significance of road safety and responsible commuting.
On the occasion, Chetan Shah, Chairman & Managing Director of Solex Energy Limited, stated, “At Solex, we believe that true care extends beyond the workplace. Road safety is a shared responsibility, and by providing helmets to the public and our employees, we aim to instil a culture of responsible commuting. Today, as we celebrate love, we must also pause to remember those who sacrificed everything for our country. February 14 is also a day of remembrance, marking the tragic Pulwama attack in 2019, where 40 CRPF personnel lost their lives in the line of duty. Their sacrifice reminds us of the value of life and the responsibility we all share in protecting it. We deeply appreciate the efforts of the Surat Police in making our roads safer and encourage all citizens to comply with the helmet mandate.”
Shri Anupam Singh Gahlaut, Surat Police Commissioner, emphasised the importance of helmets in preventing accidents and saving lives. He stated, “Road safety is a shared responsibility, and wearing a helmet is a simple yet effective way to prevent fatalities. It’s not just about following the law but valuing lives. I urge everyone to make helmet-wearing a habit, follow traffic rules, and promote responsible commuting. Together, we can create safer roads for all.”
This initiative is part of Solex’s broader commitment to sustainability, corporate responsibility, and employee well-being, reinforcing the company’s dedication to safety on and off the roads.
Gujarat witnessed over 300 road fatalities in 2024 alone, so the Surat Police have intensified their enforcement efforts. Solex fully supports this initiative and urges all two-wheeler riders always to wear helmets to protect themselves and their loved ones.

 

 

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Prayagraj Sangam Station closed, Railways investigating stampede at New Delhi

By
Ahana Bhattacharya
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Select Prayagraj Sangam Station closed, Railways investigating stampede at New Delhi Prayagraj Sangam Station closed, Railways investigating stampede at New Delhi
Indian Railways has decided to keep Prayagraj Sangam Railway Station closed from February 17 till the end of the month. Meanwhile, stampede at New Delhi Railway Station killed 18 people including four children and a septuagenarian woman on Saturday night.
The decision was made on the basis of a request made by the Prayagraj administration. The Sangam Railway Station will remain shut till February 28 due to the large number of passengers during the Mahakumbh fair. Among the nine railway stations in Prayagraj, the Sangam Railway Station is the nearest to the Maha Kumbh venue.
On February 16 (Sunday), 238 trains ran with over 10.96 lakh passengers from various stations in Prayagraj, while on Saturday, 339 trains carried over 14.76 lakh passengers as per data shared by Shashikant Tripathi, Chief Public Relations Officer of North Central Railway. Since January 13, 52.96 crore devotees have taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam (the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers,) at the ongoing Maha Kumbh which commenced on January 13 and will continue till February 26.

Indian Railways announces compensation

Meanwhile, Indian Railways has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh each, for the families of the deceased in the New Delhi railway station stampede. A compensation of Rs 2.5 lakh each for those seriously injured, and Rs 1 lakh for the minor injured has also been announced by the Indian Railways. Meanwhile, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Delhi Police were deployed on Monday at the New Delhi Railway station to manage the crowd situation.
The stampede broke out at the New Delhi Railway station between 9 pm and 9.20 pm, killing 18 people and injuring several others on Saturday. As per sources, more than 9,600 general class tickets were booked at the New Delhi Railway Station between 6 pm and 8 pm on the day the stampede took place as against the daily average of 7,000 tickets.
New Delhi Railway Station, Photo Credit: AP

Railways forms High level committee for investigation

Indian Railways has formed a two-member high-level administrative grade committee to investigate the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday. The committee comprises Northern Railways’ Principal Chief Commercial Manager Narsingh Deo and Principal Chief Security Commissioner Pankaj Gangwar.

Restrictions on platform ticket sale

After the stampede which claimed 18 lives, Northern Railway has implemented temporary restrictions on the sale of platform tickets at New Delhi railway stations to manage passenger movement smoothly. For the next week, platform tickets will not be issued at New Delhi railway stations between 4 PM and 11 PM.
“The suspension of platform ticket sales from 4 PM to 11 PM at New Delhi Railway Station has been implemented for the next week to manage crowd control,” said Northern Railways CPRO Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay.

समय आ गया है कि भारत ओलंपिक की मेजबानी करे – नीता अंबानी

By
Rahuldeo Sharma
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समय आ गया है कि भारत ओलंपिक की मेजबानी करे – नीता अंबानी
रिलायंस फाउंडेशन (Reliance Foundation) की संस्थापक-चेयरपर्सन नीता अंबानी (Nita Ambani News) ने 2036 ओलंपिक की मेजबानी के लिए भारत के प्रयासों का जोरदार समर्थन करते हुए इसे राष्ट्रीय गर्व का विषय बताया है।  हार्वर्ड विश्वविद्यालय के प्रतिष्ठित वार्षिक इंडिया कॉन्फ्रेंस ऑन इंडियन बिजनेस, पॉलिसी एंड कल्चर में बोलते हुए, उन्होंने भारत की आर्थिक वृद्धि पर प्रकाश डाला और असमानता को दूर करने की आवश्यकता बताई। दुनिया की दस सबसे बड़ी अर्थव्यवस्थाओं में से नौ ओलंपिक की मेजबानी कर चुकी हैं, लेकिन भारत अब तक अपवाद बना हुआ है। (Olympic in India)

भारत को ओलंपिक की मेजबानी करनी चाहिए – नीता अंबानी

उन्होंने कहा, “मेरा मानना है कि भारत को ओलंपिक की मेजबानी करनी चाहिए। हम दुनिया की तीसरी सबसे बड़ी अर्थव्यवस्था बनने जा रहे हैं। अगर आप दुनिया की 10 सबसे बड़ी अर्थव्यवस्थाओं को देखें, तो 9 देशों ने ओलंपिक की मेजबानी की है, लेकिन केवल भारत ने अभी तक इसे आयोजित नहीं किया है। यह बात मुझे अजीब लगती है। हमारे देश में ओलंपिक का आयोजन होना हमारे लिए गर्व की बात होगी।  इसलिए, मुझे लगता है कि प्रधानमंत्री ने भी कहा है कि भारत 2036 के ओलंपिक के लिए बिड करेगा। हम एक सस्टेनेबल ओलंपिक (Sustainable Olympic) की योजना बना रहे हैं, जहां हम अपने मौजूदा स्टेडियमों और परिसरों का पुनर्निर्माण और पुन: उपयोग करेंगे। अगर हम इसे आयोजित कर पाए, तो मैं आपको विश्वास दिलाती हूं कि यह अब तक का सबसे हरित ओलंपिक (Green Olympic) होगा। मुझे लगता है कि भारत अब ओलंपिक की मेजबानी करने के लिए सही समय पर है।”

Sustainable and Green Olympic की मेजबानी करेगा भारत

नीता अंबानी के इस बयान ने न केवल भारतीय खेल प्रेमियों को उत्साहित किया, बल्कि देश की आर्थिक और सांस्कृतिक क्षमता को भी रेखांकित किया। उन्होंने जोर देकर कहा कि भारत अब वैश्विक मंच पर अपनी पहचान बना चुका है और ओलंपिक जैसे महाकुंभ का आयोजन करने के लिए पूरी तरह तैयार है। उनके अनुसार, यह न केवल खेलों का उत्सव होगा, बल्कि भारत की संस्कृति, विरासत और तकनीकी कौशल को दुनिया के सामने प्रदर्शित करने का एक शानदार अवसर भी होगा।

भारत ने पहले भी दिखाया है अपना दम, कई खेलों की कर चुका है मेजबानी

भारत की ओलंपिक मेजबानी की योजना में कई चुनौतियां भी हैं। पहली बड़ी चुनौती है बुनियादी ढांचे का विकास। हालांकि, नीता अंबानी ने इस बात पर जोर दिया कि भारत पहले से ही कई अंतरराष्ट्रीय खेल आयोजनों की सफल मेजबानी कर चुका है, जैसे कि 2010 का कॉमनवेल्थ गेम्स और 2017 का फीफा अंडर-17 विश्व कप। इन आयोजनों ने भारत की क्षमता को साबित किया है। उन्होंने कहा, “हमारे पास अनुभव है, और हम इस अनुभव का उपयोग करके एक बेहतर ओलंपिक का आयोजन कर सकते हैं।” भारत की ओलंपिक मेजबानी की योजना ने देशभर के युवाओं को भी प्रेरित किया है। युवा खिलाड़ियों के लिए यह एक सुनहरा अवसर होगा कि वे अपने देश में ही अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर के खिलाड़ियों के साथ प्रतिस्पर्धा कर सकें। नीता अंबानी ने कहा, “यह न केवल खेलों को बढ़ावा देगा, बल्कि युवाओं को प्रेरित करेगा कि वे अपने सपनों को पूरा करें।”

शुरू हुई यमुना की सफाई, एलजी का दावा तीन साल में निर्मल होगी Yamuna 

By
Rahuldeo Sharma
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शुरू हुई यमुना की सफाई, एलजी का दावा तीन साल में निर्मल होगी Yamuna
दिल्ली में यमुना नदी बस तीन वर्ष में साफ हो जाएगी ऐसा दावा दिल्ली के उपराज्यपाल (LG) वीके सक्सेना ने किया है। उन्होंने रविवार को यमुना नदी की सफाई की पूरी योजना बताई। इस योजना में चार मुख्य बातें हैं। एलजी का कहना है कि इससे दिल्ली में बहने वाली यमुना तीन साल में साफ हो जाएगी। एलजी ऑफिस ने रविवार को बताया, ‘प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने हाल ही में हुए विधानसभा चुनावों में यमुना की सफाई का वादा किया था। इस वादे को पूरा करने के लिए काम शुरू हो गया है। कूड़ा उठाने वाली मशीनें, पानी के पौधे काटने वाली मशीनें, और नदी की गाद साफ करने वाली मशीनें आज से नदी की सफाई में लग गई हैं।’

Yamuna की सफाई के लिए नदी में उतरी मशीनें

एलजी ने बताया कि यमुना की सफाई सिलसिलेवार तरीके से की जाएगी। शुरुआत में कचरा और गाद निकाला जाएगा। साथ ही, नजफगढ़ नाले और सप्लीमेंट्री नाले समेत सभी बड़े नालों की सफाई शुरू होगी। सभी सीवेज ट्रीटमेंट प्लांट (STP) पर नजर रखी जाएगी। देखा जाएगा कि वो कितना पानी साफ कर रहे हैं। नए एसटीपी बनाने और छोटे-छोटे एसटीपी लगाने की योजना भी बनाई जाएगी। इस काम को समय पर पूरा किया जाएगा। इस योजना को कामयाब बनाने के लिए दिल्ली जल बोर्ड (DJB), सिंचाई और बाढ़ नियंत्रण विभाग, नगर निगम (MCD), लोक निर्माण विभाग (PWD) और दिल्ली विकास प्राधिकरण (DDA) जैसे सभी विभागों को मिलकर काम करना होगा। नदी की सफाई के काम पर हर हफ्ते नजर रखी जाएगी।

दिल्ली विधानसभा चुनाव में बना बड़ा मुद्दा

Clean Yamuna दिल्ली विधानसभा चुनावों में यमुना की सफाई एक बड़ा मुद्दा था। पीएम मोदी ने एक चुनावी रैली में वादा किया था कि वो यमुना को साफ करने की हर मुमकिन कोशिश करेंगे। उन्होंने आम आदमी पार्टी (AAP) सरकार पर भी निशाना साधा था। उन्होंने कहा था कि आप सरकार ने यमुना की सफाई के लिए कुछ नहीं किया और लोगों की आस्था का अपमान किया है। इससे पहले, बीजेपी ने भी कहा था कि नई सरकार केंद्र के साथ मिलकर यमुना रिवर फ्रंट विकसित करेगी और नदी को फिर से जीवंत करने के लिए यमुना कोष स्थापित करेगी। दिल्ली चुनाव में भाजपा ने 70 में से 48 सीटें जीतीं। इस तरह 26 साल बाद भाजपा दिल्ली में फिर से सत्ता में लौटी। 2013 से सरकार चला रही आप को सिर्फ 22 सीटें मिलीं।

What to do when you are in an Earthquake?

By
Hency Thacker
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What to do when you are in an Earthquake?
Residents of Delhi and those in the National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to strong tremors as the national capital was hit by a 4.0 magnitude earthquake early on Monday. The epicentre was near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in south Delhi’s Dhaula Kuan, an official told news agency PTI.
The earthquake struck at a depth of five kilometres at 5.36 am, the National Centre for Seismology tweeted. The official said a loud sound was heard when the earthquake hit Delhi-NCR.
Earthquake can be pretty scary if one does not know how to behave when it happens. While Delhi and NCR falls under seismic zone 4, and the residents are not unfamiliar with quakes, it can be a bit unnerving especially to thousands of migrants and travellers who arrive to these regions. Which is why, it is very important to have an understanding of what to do when you are in an earthquake.

What to do when you are in an Earthquake?

1. Dunk under a wooden frame – Many people lose their lives in an earthquake because they try to run outside of their houses to find safety. The ladders of the building are often suspended in the air, making them vulnerable at the time of the earthquake. Even the floors are not stable at such a time. The smartest thing to do to survive in an earthquake is to not run but dunk under a wooden frame. The frame could be a door frame or a wooden table.
Earthquake preparedness
This way, even if the building falls, the wood will protect the head and torso from getting seriously injured, thus improving the chances of survival. It will also protect the person from getting electrocuted in case there is a live wire somewhere in the rubble.
2. Food Security – Food is one of the major issues for many that are either stuck in the rubble as well as others that had lost their houses or were scared to go back in them. While help arrives soon for the people who are outside, it is important to ensure that food is reachable at all times inside the house or office building. For this, keep a bar of chocolate or some nuts in every room of the house.
3. Move to open safe ground – More often than not, tremors follow after such a major earthquake for a few days. The buildings that have stayed put in the major quake may have damaged their foundation and can fall during the minor tremors. Therefore, it is wise to avoid staying in buildings. Thus, one should immediately move to open, safe grounds away from coastal areas.
4. Accepting Nomadic Life – The earthquake may displace the people for a long while from the city. It is, therefore, important to adapt to circumstances and accept a nomadic lifestyle. To facilitate this, pack an emergency bag with all the essentials and keep it handy at all times. This way, you can be on the go anytime you want.
5. Check for updates – Tuning into the news on radio or television from time to time helps in getting updates regarding repairs, reconstruction or further threats. It is important for everyone to follow the government directives at such a time for efficient tackling of the disaster.
6. Be useful to the community – If you are not severely hurt, be useful to the community in any and every way you can. This is our responsibility as citizens and as humans.

How to Achieve Earthquake Preparedness?

1. Earthquake-resilient buildings and infrastructure – For earthquake-prone regions, earthquake-resistant buildings and infrastructure should be built. There is no ‘one size fits all’ for this. Every region must build structures using materials available to them or produced locally. This way the materials are used to the topography, making it more sustainable as well as rigid. In addition to this, tall buildings should not be constructed.
2. Mock Drills – The residents, as well as students, need to be taught about earthquakes in a detailed manner. Mock drills should be conducted in schools, offices and resident complexes. In addition to this, a course on disaster management must be taught at the school level so that students know what to do when disasters occur.
3. Learn basic first aid and CPR – Disasters often result in crowding at hospitals. The doctors and other healthcare workers are overworked and, even then, are unable to tend to everyone. At such a time, basic first aid and other healthcare procedures such as CPR or giving injections can come in extremely handy and even save lives in case there is an emergency, but no doctor is free.
4. Learn a sport – Sports help in developing the instincts of people. These instincts are very handy during disasters as they help in minimizing the damages and get out of trouble safely.

बाणगंगा के नाम पर RPG Group ने फूंका 3 करोड़ का CSR फंड, ना हुआ Revival और ना ही Restoration

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Rahuldeo Sharma
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बाणगंगा के नाम पर RPG Group ने फूंका 3 करोड़ का CSR फंड, ना हुआ Revival और ना ही Restoration

New Delhi Stampede: मुंबई के सभी स्टेशन अलर्ट मोड पर

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Anju Singh
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New Delhi Stampede: मुंबई के सभी स्टेशन अलर्ट मोड पर
New Delhi Stampede हादसे ने सबको सकते में डाल दिया है। देश के सभी प्रमुख रेल्वे स्टेशनों पर व्यवस्था का आकलन किया जा रहा है। महानगर Mumbai के Bandra Terminus,CSMT,LTT, Thane और Kalyan स्टेशनों पर भीड़ नियंत्रित करने के लिए अतिरिक्त सुरक्षाकर्मी और कमर्शियल स्टाफ की नियुक्ति की गई है। एक  तरफ जहां हादसे के शिकार लोगों की हृदयविदारक तस्वीरें सबकी आंखें नम कर रही हैं, वहीं दूसरी ओर इस हादसे को लेकर देश की राजनीतिक हलचल बढ़ गई है। आरोपों-प्रत्यारोपों का बाज़ार गरम होने लगा है।

New Delhi Stampede को लेकर बयानबाजी का दौर शुरू

New Delhi Stampede हादसे के बाद सरकार और विपक्ष के बीच आरोपबाजियों का दौर फिर शुरू हो गया है। Congress प्रमुख Rahul Gandhi, Samajwadi Party प्रमुख Akhilesh Yadav समेत विपक्षी नेताओं ने महाकुंभ को लेकर बदइंतजामी और देश के कोने-कोने से प्रयागराज महाकुंभ के लिए जाने वाले श्रद्धालुओं के लिए उचित सुविधाओं का इंतजाम न करने के लिए Modi-Yogi सरकार की कड़ी आलोचना की।

Mumbai के सभी प्रमुख Railway Stations पर सुरक्षा और कानून व्यवस्था बढ़ी

New Delhi Stampede हादसे के बाद Mumbai के सभी प्रमुख Stations पर सुरक्षा को दुरुस्त किया गया है। 50 से ज्यादा अतिरिक्त सुरक्षाकर्मियों की नियुक्ति विभिन्न स्टेशनों पर की गई है। Alarm Chain Pulling(ACP) या अन्य किसी भी कारण से ट्रेन के अचानक रुकने पर ट्रेन कर्मचारी यात्रियों को सही सूचना देने और स्थिति को नियंत्रण में रखने की कोशिश करेंगे। नियमित रूट से अलग गुजरने वाली ट्रेन की सही जानकारी के लिए तुरंत आसपास के स्टेशनों और आपातकालीन नियंत्रण केंद्रों को सतर्क किया जाएगा। अतिरिक्त ट्रेन की सूचना और अचानक प्लेटफॉर्म बदलने की गलतफहमी के चलते ही New Delhi Stampede हादसा होने की संभावना जताई जा रही है।

मुंबई में सभी स्टेशनों पर ऐसे बढ़े इंतजाम

यात्रियों की सहायता के लिए ‘How May I Help You’ बूथ बनाए गए। पूछताछ और टिकट के अलग-अलग Counters होंगे। भीड़भाड़ से बचने के लिए Escalators और lifts तक नियंत्रित संख्या में आवागमन की व्यवस्था की जाएगी। FOBs को One Way करने का प्रस्ताव है। CCTV  और Announcements के ज़रिए समय पर भीड़ नियंत्रण की कोशिश की जाएगी। अतिरिक्त ट्रेन की जरूरत होने पर सही रणनीति के साथ नई ट्रेन की व्यवस्था की जाएगी।

Lebanon to Form First Complete Cabinet after 2022 With Hezbollah Participation

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Nitya Choubey
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Select Lebanon to Form First Complete Cabinet after 2022 With Hezbollah Participation Lebanon to Form First Complete Cabinet after 2022 With Hezbollah Participation
BEIRUT, LEBANON - OCTOBER 2: Smoke rises from a building destroyed by an Israeli airstrike as journalists and local residents visit during a press tour on October 2, 2024 in Beirut, Lebanon. Israel continued airstrikes on Beirut and its southern suburbs as its military announced a ground offensive in Lebanon, part of what it said would be a "limited" incursion to target Hezbollah forces. (Photo by Daniel Carde/Getty Images)
After 2022, the Middle Eastern country of Lebanon formed its first full-fledged government with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. The new Prime Minister was to implement financial reforms and oversee reconstruction in the country after the war. However, Salam’s coming to power saw strong opposition from the US for its inclusion of the terrorist group Hezbollah in the new cabinet.
The 24-member new cabinet could be constituted after weeks of deliberation between Christian and Muslim Sects, who got an equal share of seats. Lebanon’s rival factions are traditionally divided along sectarian lines, with Hezbollah and its ally Amal typically selecting Shi’ite Muslim ministers.
US deputy Middle East envoy Morgan Ortagus called Hezbollah’s presence in the government a “red line” and thanked Israel for dealing devastating blows to the group, as per media reports. The remarks sparked protests in Lebanon. Amidst the backlash, Hezbollah’s ally Amal secured four cabinet positions, including the finance ministry, now led by Yassin Jaber.

US-Backed Leadership

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who previously served as army commander with US support, was elected on January 9 and quickly nominated Nawaf Salam, a former International Court of Justice chief, to form a government. Salam’s appointment led Lebonon to a power shift after Hezbollah’s lost the war to Israel. This came after a ceasefire brokered by the US in November.
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