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Scrutiny concerns prompt delay to debate on maritime law changes
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Scrutiny concerns prompt delay to debate on maritime law changes

A SCRUTINY panel has welcomed the deferment of a States debate about proposed new maritime laws in order that concerns about the policing and enforcement of the new laws can be addressed. Economic Development Minister Kirsten Morel is seeking to change the law in order to create new offences for the dangerous and careless operation of a vessel, as well as aggravated offences when drugs or alcohol are involved. The Economic and International Affairs panel had raised questions about the respective enforcement roles of Ports of Jersey and States of Jersey Police, notably the carrying out of breathalyser tests. After being shown details relating to how the two agencies would work together, the panel asked that this information was shared with all States Members prior to the debate, which is now scheduled for next month. Deputy Montfort Tadier, chair of the panel, said: ‘It is important that there is clarity regarding the roles and responsibilities that enforcement agencies are expected to undertake. “We know States of Jersey Police and the harbourmaster are both facing a number of pressures on resources, so ensuring that each agency knows what is expected of it will help ensure that pressure can be appropriately managed.” Deputy Tadier said panel members also believed that work would be needed around achieving a “cultural shift” that would focus around the consumption of alcohol at sea.

Tom Innes
Mam yn gwerthu ei thŷ i dalu am lawdriniaeth ei babi yn America
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Mam yn gwerthu ei thŷ i dalu am lawdriniaeth ei babi yn America

Wrth i Ollie dyfu, dywedodd Jasmin y byddai'n rhoi mwy o bwysau ar ei galon, ac felly mae hi'n gobeithio gallu mynd i California "cyn gynted â phosibl". "Bydd y dirywiad araf yn digwydd, ond mae yna hefyd y posibilrwydd y bydd yn dal haint, neu niwmonia neu rywbeth, a bydd ei gorff methu ymdopi," meddai. Dywedodd Jasmin ei fod yn "gyd-ddigwyddiad" bod Ollie wedi cael diagnosis yn bythefnos oed wrth iddo fynd am archwiliad ar ôl cael clefyd melyn hir. Cafodd Ollie ei yrru i'r Uned Gofal Dwys Pediatrig oherwydd bod lefelau ocsigen ei waed yn isel. "Roedd o'n un o'r genedigaethau anoddach y gallwch chi eu dychmygu, ro'n i'n dal yn gwella yn gorfforol a ro'n i'n meddwl 'o wel, o leiaf mae gen i fy mabi'. "Ond y diwrnod nesaf fe wnaethon nhw ddarganfod fod ganddo gyflwr prin ar ei galon. Roedd o'r amser gwaethaf yn fy mywyd."

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Junior Minister, Michael Shanks’s lies fully exposed but only in the Orkney Times and here as 2 000 jobs in the North of Scotland are put at risk
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Junior Minister, Michael Shanks’s lies fully exposed but only in the Orkney Times and here as 2 000 jobs in the North of Scotland are put at risk

Yes, Petrofac’s entry into administration poses a significant risk to approximately 2,000 jobs in the north of Scotland, particularly in the Aberdeen area, where the company’s North Sea operations are headquartered. These roles are primarily in engineering, construction, operations, and support services for offshore oil and gas platforms, affecting both onshore (around 800 workers) and offshore (about 1,200) positions. The broader supply chain in the region could also face indirect impacts, amplifying economic concerns in an area already transitioning from traditional energy sectors.Key Background on Petrofac’s SituationPetrofac, a major UK-based energy services provider, applied to the High Court of England and Wales on October 27, 2025, to appoint administrators (Teneo Financial Advisory) for its ultimate holding company, Petrofac Limited. This follows the collapse of a year-long financial restructuring effort, triggered by the termination of a major €2.6 billion offshore wind contract with Dutch grid operator TenneT on October 23, 2025. The contract, which accounted for over 80% of Petrofac’s engineering and construction revenue, was canceled due to the company’s failure to meet obligations, including delays and financial instability.The firm employs around 7,300 people globally, but its UK arm—centered in Aberdeen—supports critical North Sea activities for clients like BP and Shell. Petrofac’s decline stems from longstanding issues, including a 2019 Serious Fraud Office investigation resulting in a £77 million fine for bribery, high debt levels (exacerbated by volatile energy prices), and the suspension of its shares in May 2025 after delayed 2024 results. At its 2012 peak, the company was valued at £6 billion; by suspension, it was worth just £20-26 million.Immediate Job Risks in Northern Scotland

johnrobertson834,Professor John Robertson
Celebrate Christmas and New Year the Nepali Way at Everest Inn Blackheath
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Celebrate Christmas and New Year the Nepali Way at Everest Inn Blackheath

Blackheath’s locally loved restaurant, Everest Inn, renowned for its authentic Nepalese and Indian fusion cuisine is inviting diners to celebrate the festive season with a twist for 2025! From the 10th November – 23rd December, the restaurant wi l host Christmas Parties for groups of six or more, offering a choice of two or three-course seasonal menus complete with traditional spices, warm hospitality and festive decor. View the ful Christmas party menu here. Throughout December, Everest Inn wi l extend its opening hours to seven days a week, to accommodate the local community and celebrate in time for the Christmas and New Year For those looking to swap the traditional roast for something a little more adventurous, Christmas Day at Everest Inn promises an indulgent four-course menu whisking guests from Gurkhali Soup and Turkey Tikka to Five-Spiced Lamb Shank and Cod Loin before a sweet finish with Ginger and Cardamom Masala Tea. View the full Christmas day menu everest inn | fine nepalese cuisine – Everest Inn. As the year draws to a close, Everest Inn’s New Year’s Eve celebration is set to offer diners a relaxed yet luxurious experience. The evening wi l feature a ful à la carte and lunch specials menu, festive decor and the return of the restaurant’s much-loved Everest party hats. The night wi l conclude at 11pm, alowing the team to toast the New Year with their own friends and family and reflect on the wonderful memories and moments enjoyed on the Heath in 2025. The festive period at Everest Inn is set to be like no other – complete with spice, flair and a true Nepali experience. Seasonal Details: Christmas Parties 10th November – 23rd December Two-Courses £26pp | Three-Courses £30pp 3 Eden Business Centre | South Stour Avenue | Ashford | Kent | TN23 7RS | 01233 226519 Registered in England & Wales, Company Registration Number 0725967

Sam Allcock
Cushman & Wakefield Echinox: The new supply of retail projects during the first 9 months of the year exceeded the level recorded in the entire 2024
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Cushman & Wakefield Echinox: The new supply of retail projects during the first 9 months of the year exceeded the level recorded in the entire 2024

The new supply of retail projects in the first 9 months of the year exceeded the level recorded in the entire 2024, as 2025 is shaping up to be the second most prolific year over the past decade in terms of new retail space deliveries, according to a report released by the Cushman & Wakefield Echinox real estate consultancy company. Developers completed 186,000 sq. m of new retail spaces in the Q1 – Q3 period, compared with 180,000 sq. m delivered across the entire 2024. Moreover, an extra 30,000 sq. m are due to be delivered by the end of the year, resulting in a total annual supply of approximately 217,000 sq. m. In Q3 2025, 3 new projects were completed, all of them located in the broad Transilvania region (Arad, Cisnadie and Sibiu). Agora Arad (formerly Galleria Arad) is the largest project delivered in Q3 (36,000 sq. m) and it opened following a significant process of refurbishment and market repositioning. The Cushman & Wakefield Echinox retail team provided strategic consultancy during the leasing process, attracting a wide range of retailers, including the first Senic supermarket in Romania. Zacaria Retail Park Cisnadie (8,600 sq. m) and the 3rd phase of Prima Shops Sibiu (4,500 sq. m) were also delivered in Q3 2025. Dana Radoveneanu, Head of Retail Agency Cushman & Wakefield Echinox: “The retail market performance throughout 2025 reflects resilience and a significant potential of this segment, even in a challenging economic context. The fact that in the first 9 months alone we have already surpassed the total 2024 new supply shows the confidence developers and retailers have in the local market. We are pleased to notice important investments in cities across Transilvania and an ever-increasing diversification of the offer for consumers. Although the relatively complicated macroeconomic context, characterized by high inflation and a series of fiscal measures adopted to tackle the rising budget deficit, the positive evolution of the retail sector confirms that Romanians remain eager for new shopping and social experiences, and developers are responding with modern projects adapted to the needs of local communities.” The modern retail stock in Romania is of 4.80 million sq. m (a density of 252 sq. m/ 1,000 inhabitants), while projects exceeding 700,000 sq. m GLA are currently in different construction and planning stages, being due for delivery by the end of this decade. There have been no significant rental movements pertaining to the prime headline rents in dominant shopping center and high street locations in Romania during Q3, as flagship units on Calea Victoriei in Bucharest are still quoted at around € 70 / sq. m/ month, while major shopping centers in Bucharest and in the main secondary locations can achieve rental revenues ranging between € 50 – 90 / sq. m/ month for 100 – 200 sq. m spaces located at the ground floor.

Petre Barac
Operation Ground Control: Dolphins’ Blueprint for Beating the Ravens
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Operation Ground Control: Dolphins’ Blueprint for Beating the Ravens

The Miami Dolphins are gearing up for one of their biggest tests of the season as they prepare to face the Baltimore Ravens — a matchup that will demand discipline, toughness, and complete focus. While last week’s win brought a sigh of relief for a team desperate to turn things around, this upcoming game will reveal whether or not we can be serious about them actually going on a run. For Miami, it all starts with one thing: stopping the run. Outside of last week’s impressive performance against Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson, the Dolphins have struggled mightily to contain opposing running backs this season. The front seven finally showed some bite, holding Robinson in check and forcing the Falcons into uncomfortable passing situations. That kind of effort needs to carry over — and then some — because the challenge this week is far greater. The Ravens’ ground game presents a double-headed monster: Derrick Henry and Lamar Jackson. Henry remains one of the most physically punishing runners in football, capable of wearing down a defense with sheer size and persistence. Containing him will require gang tackling, gap discipline, and a full 60 minutes of physical football. Then there’s Jackson, the reigning MVP candidate, trying to bounce back from a recent hamstring injury. Even if he’s not at full strength, Jackson’s mobility and creativity outside the pocket can wreck even the best-laid defensive plans. Realistically, it’s nearly impossible to shut down both players for an entire game completely. But Miami must limit its explosive plays and keep the Ravens in long-yardage situations. That means playing sound football, communicating at all levels, and staying mentally sharp — even if Baltimore breaks a few early runs. The key will be consistency and intensity for all four quarters, regardless of what the scoreboard says. On the offensive side, the Dolphins can help their defense by keeping the ball out of Baltimore’s hands. Last week’s performance showed encouraging signs of balance — heavy personnel, smart execution, and a much-improved run-pass rhythm. That approach not only takes pressure off Tua Tagovailoa but also prevents the offense from becoming one-dimensional. When Miami runs the ball effectively, it opens up the play-action game and allows it to dictate the tempo instead of reacting to it. While these aren’t the same Ravens we’ve seen in past seasons — especially on the defensive side — they still play a physical, hard-nosed brand of football. That’s often been Miami’s Achilles’ heel. Baltimore knows what the Dolphins like to do schematically, and they’ll challenge them to match that intensity for four quarters. So, the question becomes: will the Dolphins rise to the occasion, or will this be another moment where they shrink under the pressure? If Miami can control the ground game on both sides of the ball, they’ll give themselves a real shot to pull off a statement win. But if they can’t handle the physicality, the Ravens will remind them — once again — what true toughness looks like.

Dolphins Talk,Dorian Sims
Andreea Dăncilă, Wipro: “We are focusing on leadership involvement in employee wellbeing”
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Andreea Dăncilă, Wipro: “We are focusing on leadership involvement in employee wellbeing”

Someone said that artificial intelligence cannot take all our jobs, but someone who knows how to use artificial intelligence might come and take your job. Therefore, I believe it’s very important to focus on AI learning and on optimizing work processes. At Wipro, we have a strong focus on AI training, dedicated to specific specialty levels. Even for HR, we have separate modules on AI, including training on how to use, and what tasks to provide, for example, to Copilot, which you can work with daily so it can help you streamline your work. We conduct employee engagement surveys and implement action plans, but I think what is very important here is the personal connection—not only from HR but also from leadership, which should be involved throughout the whole process. We treat wellbeing as part of the company’s strategy, built on 3 pillars: mind, body, community. We also address aspects of diversity and inclusion. We are focusing on leadership involvement in employee wellbeing. I recently read a study showing that around 58% of responding employees said they would leave their job if they did not get along with their manager. This is a warning signal regarding wellbeing and leadership involvement, and I believe this is essential. What we do is involve leadership and have them lead wellbeing programs. We have sessions where leaders come and talk about personal experiences, they open up, they show vulnerability in front of people.

Petre Barac
YY Group Signs Agreement with Global Tea Drinks Giant Chagee
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YY Group Signs Agreement with Global Tea Drinks Giant Chagee

Manpower Solutions Contract Expands YY Circle SG's Strategic Food & Beverage Sector Presence SINGAPORE, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- YY Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: YYGH) ("YY Group" or the "Company"), a global leader in on-demand workforce solutions and integrated facilities management (IFM), and its subsidiary, YY Circle SG, today announced a strategic partnership with Chagee, a leading global premium tea drinks brand. Through its flagship YY Circle platform, YY Group will provide on-demand staffing for Chagee's six teahouses in Singapore, advancing YY Group's global growth strategy while elevating Chagee's operational excellence nationwide. YY Group Holding Partners With CHAGEE This partnership builds on the success of YY Circle SG's recent collaboration with iconic fast-food brand KFC, highlighting the Company's trusted technology, scalability, and operational value in the food and beverage sector. YY Circle's advanced scheduling and workforce management tools will connect Chagee with a pre-vetted pool of skilled casual workers, empowering the brand to seamlessly adjust staffing levels and optimize performance, reinforcing both parties' commitment to superior service through technology. "YY Circle continues to revolutionize how businesses manage labor and operations," said Mike Fu, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of YY Group Holding Limited. "This partnership with the internationally renowned Chagee brand not only strengthens our position in Singapore's competitive food and beverage sector, it also serves as a potent driver for YY Group's global growth. We view this as an important step in accelerating our strategy for scaling sustainably across verticals while enhancing stakeholder value." Will Yeo, Country Director of YY Circle SG, added, "We are excited to supply Chagee's daily workforce needs and support their continued success in Singapore. By improving the brand's operational resilience and agility, we're confident YY Circle SG will strengthen its market leadership and unlock new expansion opportunities in the region." Chagee is a leading international premium tea drinks brand, serving freshly-made tea drinks to customers throughout Asia and the United States through a network of over 7,000 stores. Founded in China in 2017, Chagee has transformed traditional tea culture into a modern lifestyle experience, leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative branding. About YY Holdings Limited YY Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: YYGH) is a Singapore-headquartered, technology-enabled platform providing flexible, scalable workforce solutions and integrated facility management (IFM) services across Asia and beyond. The Group operates through two core verticals: on-demand staffing and IFM, delivering agile, reliable support to industries such as hospitality, logistics, retail, and healthcare. Leveraging proprietary digital platforms and IoT-driven systems, YY Group enables clients to meet fluctuating labor demands and maintain high-performance environments. In addition to its core operations in Singapore and Malaysia, the Group maintains a growing presence in Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Middle East. Listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market, YY Group is committed to service excellence, operational innovation, and long-term value creation for clients and shareholders. For more information on the Company, please visit https://yygroupholding.com/. Safe Harbor StatementThis press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the YY Group Holding Limited's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. These factors include, but are not limited to, (i) growth of the hospitality market in Hong Kong, (ii) capital and credit market volatility, (iii) local and global economic conditions, (iv) our anticipated growth strategies, (v) governmental approvals and regulations, and (vi) our future business development, results of operations and financial condition. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "target," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and YY Group Holding Limited undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. Investor ContactJason Phua, Chief Financial OfficerYY Groupenquiries@yygroupholding.com Mark Niu, Chief Strategy Officer,YY Groupmark.niu@yygroupholding.com

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Sex assault migrant released from prison by mistake was PAID £500 in taxpayer cash to be deported to Ethiopia
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Sex assault migrant released from prison by mistake was PAID £500 in taxpayer cash to be deported to Ethiopia

The migrant sex offender who was wrongly released from prison has been handed £500 in taxpayers' money to leave Britain. Footage captured from Heathrow Airport showed the moment Hadush Kebatu, 38, was escorted on to a plane to Ethiopia last night. He was mistakenly freed from HMP Chelmsford on Friday morning after serving just one month of his year-long sentence for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old schoolgirl. Kebatu was given a 'discretionary' payment of £500 by the Home Office, it is understood. The money was handed over because of the threat posed by Kebatu to 'disrupt' the removals flight, sources said. He was forcibly deported from Britain by a team of five security escorts. Kebatu should have been transferred to a deportation centre last week, but clueless prison officers repeatedly told him to leave and get on a train to London instead. The Ethiopian national, who arrived in the UK on a small boat, was eventually arrested in north London on Sunday morning after a two-day manhunt. He was pictured being detained by four officers inside Finsbury Park, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer vowing he 'will be deported'. The Home Office confirmed Kebatu was removed on a flight to Ethiopia last night and arrived this morning. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said: 'Last week's blunder should never have happened - and I share the public's anger that it did. 'I would like to thank the police for rapidly bringing Mr Kebatu into custody and the public for their vigilance. 'I have pulled every lever to deport Mr Kebatu and remove him off British soil. I am pleased to confirm this vile child sex offender has been deported. 'Our streets are safer because of it. If you come to this country and commit crimes, we will remove you.' A minister said it was 'unacceptable' that a prisoner had been released without checks being done to ensure that was correct. It was put to border security minister Alex Norris on Sky News that the situation 'beggars belief,' to which he replied: 'It's unacceptable. 'It's why were so angry about it, it's why we've put those changes in.' He added, however, that he could not confirm whether Hadush Kebatu received a cash payment to return to Ethiopia. Alex Norris said ministers 'are not involved in the operational movements' such as those that happened overnight, and declined to comment on any cash payments received by the offender. Tory MP for Epping Forest Neil Hudson said he was 'very relieved' at Kebatu's deportation, but 'this hasn't gone away for the people of Epping'. He told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: 'No-one wants to see our home town the lead story on the news, so this is incredibly frustrating and the Government must get a grip. He reiterated calls for the Bell Hotel to cease housing asylum seekers, adding: 'There are significant management and safeguarding issues related to this hotel, and actually what we need to see is that the hotel needs to be closed. 'This is the wrong hotel in the wrong place, right near the forest, right near two schools.' Kebatu, whose offences sparked protests outside The Bell Hotel in Epping and around the country, left prison with a small amount of personal money. He was first filmed in Chelmsford speaking to members of the public, before he boarded a train to London at 12.41pm on Friday. CCTV then showed Kebatu in the Dalston area of Hackney just before 8pm that evening. He was also picked up at a library in Dalston Square around two hours earlier, wearing a prison grey tracksuit while clutching a white tote bag with avocados on it. His movements on Saturday are unclear but the Met Police confirmed today that he was finally caught in Finsbury Park on Sunday morning, three days after being mistakenly freed. In a picture of his arrest, Kebatu - who had access to funds - was seen wearing jeans, a puffer jacket and a hood over his head, having managed to change out of his prison tracksuit. Footage showed him being bundled into the back of a police van. It comes after it emerged that prison officers told Kebatu he had to make it to the removal centre on his own steam. A delivery driver told Sky News: 'I heard one of the officers saying, 'This is how you get to the station, you go down here...' [he] directed him to the station and said he had to get on a train to get to this place... This conversation was at the front of the prison.' In what caused further disbelief last night, Kebatu spent more than 90 minutes hanging around outside the prison because he simply did not know 'where to go or what to do'. The driver, who was delivering equipment to the prison, said: '[The officers] were basically sending him away, saying, 'Go, you've been released, you go.'' The debacle has left Labour facing fresh questions about its handling of the migrant crisis. It comes amid a backlash against efforts to tackle illegal migration after a man who was deported under the 'one in, one out' scheme with France reappeared on UK shores having crossed the Channel again in a small boat. Tory MP for Epping Forest, Neil Hudson, called Kebatu's release a 'catastrophic mistake' which had 'deeply distressed, upset and angered' the whole community, adding that 'accountability must go right to the top'. Even after being set free, Kebatu kept going 'back and forth' into the prison reception area seeking help and showing staff a wad of paperwork about his case, according to the driver. 'I'm not sticking up for the guy but in my eyes he wanted to do the right thing and go to the right place,' he said. 'He knew he was getting deported but he didn't know where to go or how he should get there. He kept scratching his head and saying, 'Where do I go, where do I go?'' He added that the officers had no interest in helping him, saying, 'You're released, you're released'. Kebatu was jailed for a year last month after assaulting his 14-year-old victim. During his trial, Chelmsford Magistrates' Court heard that he acted 'ignorantly and repulsively'. The migrant became aroused as he put his hand on the girl's thighs and stroked her hair despite knowing 'full well she was only 14'. He said he wanted to have a baby with her and invited her back to The Bell Hotel, where he was living. Kebatu then tried to kiss a woman who attempted to intervene, before putting his hand on her leg and telling her she was pretty. The asylum seeker gave his age as 38 during a court appearance but a judge said he had seen information indicating he was 41. Met Police Commander James Conway urged Kebatu to give himself up, saying: 'We want to locate you in a safe and controlled way. 'You had already indicated a desire to return to Ethiopia when speaking to immigration staff. The best outcome for you is to make contact directly with us.' He said the asylum seeker had taken 'a number of journeys' across London since his release on Friday and had 'access to funds'.

David Barrett Home Affairs,Editor,Olivia Christie
Fossil fuel-driven air pollution claimed 1.72 million lives in India in 2022: The Lancet report
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Fossil fuel-driven air pollution claimed 1.72 million lives in India in 2022: The Lancet report

Fossil fuel-driven air pollution claimed 1.72 million lives in India in 2022, according to The Lancet Countdown 2025Report on Health and Climate Change, published on Wednesday (October 29). Coal and petrol use alone accounted for over half a million deaths, underscoring the deadly cost of delayed climate action, the report, which tracked health impacts in more than 100 countries, stated. The economic toll is staggering — premature mortality due to outdoor air pollution cost India $339.4 billion, equivalent to 9.5% of its GDP. Household air pollution, largely from solid biofuels, caused 113 deaths per 100,000, with rural areas suffering more (125 per 100,000) than urban areas (99 per 100,000), the report said. In 2024, the average Indian experienced 19.8 heatwave days, with 6.6 days directly attributable to climate change. The country also witnessed a record high of 366 hours of heat exposure, posing moderate to severe health risks during outdoor activity. This extreme heat led to the loss of 247 billion labour hours, costing the economy $194 billion, with the agriculture and construction sectors bearing the brunt. The report said that India’s preparedness for a low-carbon transition declined by 2% in 2024, reflecting a worrying backslide in climate resilience. Disease, displacement The average transmission rate (R₀) for dengue via Aedes albopictus mosquitoes surged from 0.86 to 1.60 between 1951-1960 and 2015-2024, crossing the epidemic threshold. The coastal area suitable for Vibrio transmission rose 46% compared to the 1982-2010 baseline, the report said. India’s vulnerability to the rise in sea level is growing, with over 18 million people living less than one metre above sea level. Meanwhile, 35% of the country’s land experienced at least one month of extreme drought annually from 2020-2024, a 138% increase since the 1950s, the report said. Between 2020 and 2024, wildfire smoke (PM2.5) caused an average of 10,200 deaths annually in India, a 28% increase from the previous decade. Fossil fuel dependence India spent $48.5 billion on net fossil fuel subsidies in 2023, while its carbon revenue remained negative. Coal still accounts for 46% of total energy supply and 72% of electricity generation, while renewables contribute just 2% to energy supply and 10% to electricity. The transport sector is similarly skewed, with 96% of road energy coming from fossil fuels, and electricity making up a mere 0.3%. Household energy use is dominated by solid biofuels (58%), contributing significantly to indoor air pollution. Environmental degradation India lost 2.33 million hectares of tree cover between 2001 and 2023, with 143,000 hectares lost in 2023 alone, primarily due to forestry. Urban greenness is declining, with 110 of 189 major cities showing very low levels of vegetation. Only Tamluk in West Bengal was classified as having high urban greenness. From 2015 to 2024, average urban greenness declined by 3.6%. In 2022, red meat and dairy accounted for 65% of agricultural emissions. Overall, agricultural emissions rose 13% between 2000 and 2022, highlighting the need for sustainable food system transitions. In 2024, Indian newspapers published 296 articles on climate change and health — a 19% increase from 2023. These articles made up 15.3% of all climate coverage, indicating growing public awareness. However, scientific research remains uneven — while 208 papers (75%) focused on health impacts, only one paper (0.4%) addressed indigenous communities. India’s challenges mirror those faced by many other nations. The report includes data from over 100 countries, with regional deep dives into Latin America, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Countries grappling with rising heat-related mortality, wildfire exposure, and climate-sensitive disease outbreaks include Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, and Chile. The findings reveal a shared global vulnerability but also highlight disparities in preparedness and response. Despite grim statistics, the report notes encouraging signs. Between 2010 and 2022, annually, 160,000 premature deaths were prevented worldwide due to the reduced use of fossil fuels. “The health of people around the world is at the mercy of fossil fuels. We are seeing record levels of heat-related deaths, infectious disease transmission, and economic losses. The science is clear: delaying climate action is costing lives,” Marina Romanello, executive director of The Lancet Countdown, said. “The climate crisis is a health crisis. Every fraction of a degree matters. Every policy decision matters. We need urgent, health-centred climate action from governments, corporations, and communities,” Anthony Costello, co-chair of The Lancet Countdown, said. The Lancet Countdown is an annual, peer-reviewed global collaboration that monitors the evolving relationship between climate change and health. It assesses how climate change is affecting health outcomes, health systems, and the broader social and economic conditions that shape public health. The 2025 edition highlights how delays in climate action are costing lives, straining health systems, and undermining economies worldwide.

Purnima Sah
'I'm not wasting any time on him': Rabbi of Heaton Park attack doesn't think about attacker as he recalls stabbings
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'I'm not wasting any time on him': Rabbi of Heaton Park attack doesn't think about attacker as he recalls stabbings

A rabbi today revealed he was not 'wasting time' thinking about the motivations of a terrorist who attacked his synagogue leaving two men dead. Rabbi Daniel Walker said he doesn't have the 'mental space' to think about why Jihad Al-Shamie, 35, targeted the Heaton Park Synagogue, in Manchester, earlier this month. He told the BBC's Today programme that the deaths of Melvin Cravitz, 66, and Adrian Daulby, 53, had left a 'massive hole' in his congregation. But he insisted he refused to be frightened and that he hoped the atrocity would mark a line in the sand, so society could 'get better' at tackling hate. Rabbi Walker described Mr Cravitz and Mr Daulby as 'very, very special men.' Inquests into their deaths are due to open in Manchester today. 'Adrian was a very quiet man, a man of great dignity, always with a smile, always kind, very much loved by his family and his neighbours,' Rabbi Walker said. 'Melvin was also a wonderful man, a family man. He was much loved and known by everybody, always happy to help, always with a smile, loved by his neighbours and his friends. 'They are both going to leave a massive hole. We miss them a lot.' The rabbi's voice cracked and he became emotional as he recounted what happened during the attack, which took place on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. He said the first he knew something was wrong was when he heard a 'very loud bang.' He later realised this was Al-Shamie, who was a British citizen of Syrian descent, driving his car at security guard Bernard Agyemang before crashing into a wall. 'Men ran into the main synagogue shouting, ''Close the doors, close the windows, we are being attacked,'' Rabbi Walker said. 'Adrian moved with speed I've never seen, his reaction time and instincts...he leapt up and closed the door and quite possibly saved a lot of lives. 'One thing I will remember about Adrian is that quiet man suddenly becoming this hero that leapt (up) to do the right thing.' Rabbi Walker said another worshipper, Andrew Franks, who was a volunteer security guard on the day, then tried to intercept Al-Shamie, which delayed him getting inside. But Mr Franks was stabbed and suffered serious injuries that left him hospitalised for more than two weeks afterwards. Rabbi Walker described Mr Franks as a 'very, very brave man.' 'He was in the foyer and was very badly injured, thank God he is in the process of recovery,' he added. 'The attacker was throwing himself against the doors, all the doors were shaking, so a large number of men came and bolstered the doors and held them to make sure he wasn't able to break through them.' Rabbi Walker said he heard Al-Shamie, who it later emerged was on bail for rape, shouting, ''these are killing our children,'' in an apparent reference to the war in Gaza. Police later revealed Al-Shamie had called 999 moments afterwards to declare: 'I have killed two Jews in the name of Islamic state.' 'It all happened very fast, it was only a matter of minutes but time definitely slowed down,' Rabbi Walker added. He previously described looking at Al-Shamie through the window of the synagogue door and seeing 'evil and hate'. Armed officers from Greater Manchester Police (GMP) were on the scene within minutes and a shocking video circulated on social media showed officers shouting at Al-Shamie, who was armed with a knife and wearing what later turned out to be a fake suicide belt, before shooting him dead in the courtyard outside. Mr Daulby suffered a fatal bullet wound fired from a police gun, while another man, father-of-three Yoni Finlay, 39, was also accidentally shot by officers but survived. Referring to Al-Shamie, Rabbi Walker said he wasn't 'wasting any time on him.' 'I have no mental space to think about him, or why he did (what he did),' the rabbi said. He said anti-semitism was a 'societal' not a 'Jewish problem per se' and it was up to society to tackle hatred. Rabbi Walker said he wasn't frightened to open the synagogue after the attack and revealed that the first service he took afterwards was attended by 1,000 people. 'We danced and cried at the same time,' he added. 'It was standing room only, people came from every synagogue in town to support us. 'We are resilient, we are going to continue living and the synagogue is still a place of prayer and holiness.' Asked whether the attack marked a 'threshold' or line in the sand, he said: 'I hope the threshold was crossed and as a society we will get better after this. 'I would like to see all that support, all of that care and all of that goodness that I know is out there be a more visible part of our society.' He said initially he and his synagogue had felt 'very alone' but 'very quickly realised we weren't.' Rabbi Walker described King Charles' visit to the synagogue a few days later as the 'zenith' of that support. 'That meant so much to us all, it meant that society cares,' he added.

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Shocking moment Nile cruise ship catches fire with hundreds of tourists on board
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Shocking moment Nile cruise ship catches fire with hundreds of tourists on board

A tourist cruise ship burst into flames on the River Nile, forcing the evacuation of over 200 holidaymakers. Terrifying footage captured the Iberotel Crown Empress engulfed in an orange blaze with flames exploding from the windows as the vessel sailed between Luxor and Edfu, Egypt. The fire is believed to have broken out in the ship's galley at around 6:15pm on Tuesday for reasons which are still being investigated. The inferno spread throughout the entire hull and left the cabins completely destroyed, forcing the ship's staff to activate the emergency alarm and move passengers to the upper deck. Empress was quickly docked at an unofficial anchorage near Esna to allow for the evacuation of some 220 tourists of varying nationalities. No injuries or deaths have been reported following the incident. The tourists on board had been partaking in their first day of a 12-day Nile river cruise when disaster struck. 'At 6:30pm, other boats shone flashlights toward our cabins. When we opened the window, we saw a huge plume of smoke on deck,' one passenger on board told VRT News. He explained that the evacuation process proved difficult as the fire had broken out on the ground floor so the tourists were not able to exit that way. 'It was pure chaos. People didn't know what to do. Some passengers were able to reach safety via the gangway, others couldn't even leave their cabins and were eventually rescued by two small boats,' he added. A crew member on board the burning Empress also told La Repbblica that staff had used emergency exits to signal to other vessels to stay away. 'It was a difficult moment, the passengers were frightened but cooperative,' they said. Passengers on board told how they had to leave their luggage behind as they made their quick escape. The Public Prosecution office has begun its investigations, with initial findings indicating that the cause of the fire was an electrical short circuit in the ship's kitchen, as per local reports. It comes after a Norwegian Cruise ship rescued 63 people who were left stranded in the Ionian Sea last week. The luxury vessel, operated by Norwegian Cruise Lines, rescued dozens of people off the Greek coast on the night of October 22. The cruise line's Norwegian Epic vessel worked with Greek authorities to bring '63 individuals to safety,' according to the company. Norwegian told USA TODAY: 'The individuals were brought on board and tended to by the ship's crew who provided a medical evaluation, food and other items for their comfort. 'Following a mandatory directive from the Rescue Coordination Centre, the ship proceeded to Kalamata, Greece where the rescued individuals were turned over to the Greek authorities.' The cruise line did not specify who the people rescued were.

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Apar Industries’ Q2 profit falls 4 pc sequentially to Rs 251.7 crore, revenue up
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Apar Industries’ Q2 profit falls 4 pc sequentially to Rs 251.7 crore, revenue up

Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Apar Industries Limited on Wednesday reported over 4 per cent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decline in its net profit for the second quarter of the current financial year (Q2 FY26) at Rs 251.70 crore, as compared to Rs 262.91 crore in the April-June quarter. In contrast, the total revenue for the quarter saw a nearly 12 per cent jump to Rs 5,742.85 crore against Rs 5,128.95 crore in the first quarter of this fiscal (Q1 FY26). However, despite an uptick in revenue, the rise in expenses hit the profit. The electrical and energy infrastructure company’s total expenses for the Q2 FY26 stood at Rs 5,402.29 crore, up 13 per cent sequentially from Rs 4,776.44 crore. Meanwhile, the Mumbai-based firm’s net profit jumped over 29 per cent year-on-year (YoY) from Rs 193.88 crore in the corresponding quarter a year ago, and Revenue from operations increased 23 per cent to Rs 5,715.4 crore from Rs 4,644.5 crore in the same quarter a year earlier. “We have delivered strong performance in the first half of the year with a time high half-yearly top line and bottom line on the back of strong growth in export business and healthy domestic business performance,” said Kushal N Desai, Chairman and MD of Apar Industries. On the export front, the US tariff situation is fluid at the moment, with various announcements over the past few months due to which we shall be taking tactical decisions to continue our strategic presence in the market, Desai added. Meanwhile, Apar Industries shares surged 4.04 per cent to end the session at Rs 9,475.0 per share on Tuesday. In the last 5 days, the scrip jumped 9.7 per cent, and in a month it rose over 13 per cent. Meanwhile, its 52-week high and low values stood at Rs 11,779.90 and RS 4,308.05, respectively. Indian stock indices ended higher, supported by strong global cues and optimism ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision. Investor sentiment also improved following reports that the US President Donald Trump may soon finalise a trade deal with India. The Sensex gained 368.97 points, or 0.44 per cent, to end the day at 84,977.13. The Nifty rose 117.7 points, or 0.45 per cent, to close at 26,053.9.

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There is deep resonance with DeepTech among youth in India: Piyush Goyal
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There is deep resonance with DeepTech among youth in India: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) There is a deep resonance of the word DeepTech in youth today across the country and the government is here to support innovation across the spectrum, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. Addressing India’s largest DeepTech conference in the national capital, organised by The IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE) Delhi-NCR, the minister said the journey of DeepTech has a very holistic connotation. “It is not just artificial intelligence but quantum computing, machine learning, defence and spacetech, the semiconductor mission, and so on,” he told the gathering. The minister further stated that whether it is “our effort to bring technology into India’s DNA, through strengthening of our intellectual property ecosystem — all of this collectively — are part of the DeepTech ecosystem that the government is supporting,” Goyal commented. “People and organisations are not only investing in terms of financial investment, but also in terms of effort — to promote innovation in the country. If one has to do a Google Search, you will find that there is a deep resonance of the word DeepTech in youth today across the country,” said Goyal. “Indians are willing to take the entrepreneurial risks. We do not have small goals and are ambitious. We as a nation are meant to play a big role in the world at the global level. Let’s conquer the world,” he added. The Union Budget 2025-26 made a substantial allocation towards developing DeepTech and AI-enabled platforms through the Rs 10,000-crore Fund of Funds scheme, in a move to open new avenues in the field of start-ups and innovation ecosystem, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). The two-day event will gather chief experience officers (CXOs), policymakers, investors, scientists and builders to drive India’s transformative decade in AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, space, defence, biotech and life sciences. It will address frontier technologies, including AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, space, defence, etc. Senior government officials from DPIIT, MeitY, India AI Mission, and Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) were set to speak at the event. The event will host Lab2Scale showcase, featuring 10–12 research projects presented in five-minute pitches.

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Maha State Manufacturing Mission will be launched on lines of National Manufacturing Mission: CM Fadnavis
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Maha State Manufacturing Mission will be launched on lines of National Manufacturing Mission: CM Fadnavis

Pune, Oct 29 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday announced that the state government will launch Maharashtra State Manufacturing Mission on the lines of the Centre’s National Manufacturing Mission. He also declared that a world-class ‘Global Frontier Technology Institute’ will be established in the state. He was speaking at the ‘The Road to India AI Impact Summit 2026’ conference organised by NITI Aayog on the topic ‘Reimagining Manufacturing: India’s Roadmap to Global Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing.’ Fadnavis further stated that Maharashtra will lead the country in the field of advanced manufacturing, for which the state’s manufacturing mission will be launched. The state has prepared a Viksit Maharashtra 2047 vision, and transformation in the manufacturing sector is also a part of it. “Advanced manufacturing will be promoted, and due to this, a major transformation will be seen in this sector. While attracting other countries to India, necessary facilities will have to be created for this. By doing so, we can attract those with excellent and creative intelligence. Maharashtra has formed a task force under Ease of Doing Business and has decided to make 100 improvements under it,” he added. The Chief Minister said that Maharashtra has become the data centre capital of the country, adding that Pune is a city of manufacturing and technology. “The state government has decided to create a quantum corridor between Pune and Mumbai. Navi Mumbai is a data centre city, and an innovation city is going to be built between Pune and Mumbai. EduCity is also being established, and 12 best global universities will be included in it, out of which 7 universities have come,” he said. The Chief Minister said that while keeping Maharashtra at the forefront in the manufacturing sector, India will be made a global hub of advanced manufacturing. Thanking the NITI Aayog for publishing a roadmap for the manufacturing sector in Pune, the Chief Minister said that Pune is witnessing advanced technology in this sector. “We will have to move forward with new thinking for the development of the manufacturing sector. Frontier technology is necessary for that. It is necessary to strengthen our position in the global competition with new technology and also face a new revolution,” he said. The Chief Minister added that today, the three pillars of AI, quantum computing and semiconductors have greatly affected every sector. NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subramaniyam said that no country can develop without the manufacturing sector, saying that there are many changes happening in this sector in the world. “Maharashtra is ahead in the country in terms of Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP). However, continuous work is required to remain ahead. Pune has great importance in the manufacturing sector,” he said. Subramaniyam said that in the last annual budget, it was announced to launch the ‘National Manufacturing Mission’, adding that work is underway in line with that, and it will be launched soon. “The emphasis will be on bringing the same transformation in our country as other advanced countries have brought about in the manufacturing sector,” he added. Subramaniyam said that Pune has a good ecosystem for the manufacturing sector, and Pune is a leader in many sectors, like the automobile industry and, information technology industry. He appealed to the state government to also start the state’s manufacturing mission, and for this, Pune should become a centre of frontier technology. He expressed expectations that Frontier Tech Industrial Park and residential complexes for workers should also be set up.

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