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New Forest Department regulations mandating authorisation before wildlife rescue operations have caused immediate operational problems, with a leopard capture incident underscoring the severe risks introduced by delays. The directive, requiring teams to obtain formal consent from officers prior to deployment, has operational difficulty among field personnel. The recent rescue of a leopard, a Schedule-1 animal, highlighted the urgency often required in such incidents. The animal was initially sighted days before it was confirmed inside the 400kV substation of the Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company here. Contracted security guards Krishna Baghela and Suraj Mohaniya, along with maintenance team member Shriram Abhilash, discovered the animal. The swift action of test attendant KK Mishra in notifying the department allowed a team to set up a cage and capture the leopard. Those involved will be rewarded for their prompt action. However, field personnel have suggested that waiting for ...

 Childhood is a promise, a canvas of boundless potential. On this Children's Day, we pause to celebrate a group of exceptional young people from Indore whose journeys are defined by more than just school curricula—they are defined by resilience, fierce passion, and a profound commitment to excellence. From a gold medallist boxer fuelled by a mother’s sacrifice, to a young writer challenging societal norms, and a wheelchair fencer driven by Paralympic dreams, these students are proving that age is no barrier to impact. Their stories are a poignant reminder that with unwavering support, every struggle can become a springboard for triumph, and every young dream can be transformed into a national achievement. Triumph of spirit: Stories of profound resilience Against all barriers: Lovenesh Khanna's rise What does it mean to fight when world tells you to stay down? For Lovenesh Khanna , answer is simple: rise. Now, at age 28, Lovenesh is Indore's first wheelchair fencer ,...

Children's Day Weekend: Carnival Fun! Celebrating the Star in Every Child! TINA KHATRI Children’s Day is more than a date—it’s a burst of laughter, colour, and imagination! As the weekend rolls in after November 14, this Children's Day weekend, let's turn our home into the most exciting place on Earth—a personal Carnival! From Confetti Celebration Bites that sparkle with sweetness to Mini Photo Frames made from treasures at home, these fun-filled activities celebrate creativity, reuse, and togetherness. So get ready—let’s fill the weekend with giggles, crafts, and carnival magic! These activities are designed to spark creativity, encourage re-use, and make wonderful memories!   Confetti Celebration Bites Ingredient Amount Notes Graham Crackers 10 squares Crushed finely Cream Cheese 4 oz Softened to room temperature Powdered Sugar 2 tablespoons For sweetness Sprinkles 3 tablespoons Rainbow or "confetti" sprinkles! White Chocolate Melts 1/2 cup For dipping (optional...

  National Education Day on Nov 11 Unlettered graduates: how five rural women are writing India's truest education story TINA KHATRI Indore Real classrooms of India never had four walls. They were tailoring centres buzzing with sewing machines, CSC counters glowing with digital transactions, and beauty parlours where eyeliner became a tool of emancipation. This National education day, we remembered five women from Barwani who redefined education through enterprise—proving that most powerful lessons often happened far from blackboards. On National Education Day, we journey through villages to meet women who never saw college classrooms but are now teaching masterclasses in entrepreneurship, resilience, and social change. Architect of Independence Anita Wagh's hands told a story of transformation that no textbook ever could. "Most significant achievement was simply starting a venture," remembered the 32-year-old from Kansul village. Her journey began with childhood tail...