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  • MP News : मध्य प्रदेश में डूबने से 12 लोगों की मौत

    MP News : मध्य प्रदेश से काफी शोकनीय खबर सामने आ रही है जहां बीते 48 घंटों में प्रदेश के अलग-अलग जगहों पर डूबने से 12 लोगों की मौत हो गई है. इस खबर को सुन पूरा प्रदेश शोक में है. दरअसल मध्य प्रदेश के विदिशा, सीहोर, मंदसौर, जबलपुर और खंडवा जिले में अलग-अलग डूबने की घटनाओं में 12 लोगों की मौत हो गई है. मिली जानकारी के अनुसार मृत हुए 12 लोगों सूची में विशेष सशस्त्र बल (एसएएफ)‌ का एक जवान और एक चिकित्सक का नाम भी शामिल है.

    MP News : मध्य प्रदेश में डूबने से 12 लोगों की मौत

    बता दे सीहोर में दिगंबर झरने पर पिकनिक बनाने गए एक चिकित्सक की झरने में डूबने से मौत हो गई वही विदिशा जिले में बेतवा नदी में डूबने से पांच लोगों की मौत हो गई. खंडवा जिले में भी दो लड़कियां नदी में डूब गईं वहीं सोमवार की सुबह एक महिला और उसकी बेटी दोनों नदी में डूब गई. मंदसौर में एक युवक पुलिया से नदी में गिरकर लापता हो गया.

    बात करें जबलपुर की तो जबलपुर में रविवार को जबलपुर में भी दो लड़के नदी में डूब गए. मंदसौर की घटना को छोड़ सभी घटनाएं रविवार को हुई है जिनमें कुछ शव आज सुबह निकाले गए. इन खबरों के बाद से ही प्रदेश में भय का माहौल है, लोगों के अंदर पानी को लेकर डर बढ़ता जा रहा है.

  • G20 countries including India are fuelling modern slavery, says new report

    50 million people are living in conditions of modern slavery — a 25% rise over the last five years, says a new report. According to it, the Group of 20 nations are contributing to this increase, as their trade operations and global supply chains allow for human rights abuses. Among the G20 nations, India tops the list with 11 million people working as forced labourers, followed by China, Russia, Indonesia, Turkey and the U.S.

    Rights group Walk Free Foundation on May 24 released the Global Slavery Index 2023, an assessment of modern slavery conditions in 160 countries. The index uses data released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), Walk Free, and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) last year to illustrate how “modern slavery is hidden in plain sight”. The data gains significance as India holds the G20 presidency this year, with a focus on sustainable development and climate change mitigation.

    Estimates show that 50 million people were living in conditions of modern slavery on any given day in 2021. While there is no singular internationally recognised definition of modern slavery, it includes practices of forced labour, forced marriage, debt bondage, commercial sexual exploitation, human trafficking, slavery-like practices, and the sale and exploitation of children — any situation where threats, violence, coercion and deception prevent a person from refusing or leaving.

    The practice has become more prevalent over the last five years, the report shows, as climate change, armed conflict, weak governance and health emergencies like COVID-19 worked to remove a person’s freedom. G20 nations in particular account for more than half of all people living in modern slavery: imports worth $468 billion of at-risk products, including electronics, textiles, palm oil and solar panels, have been shipped from countries with weak worker protection, thus worsening forced labour conditions.

    Global supply chains

    The Australia-based organisation measured slavery conditions using interviews of survivors collected through nationally representative household surveys of 75 countries (conducted between 2017 and 2021), and assessed national-level vulnerability. Different variables defined a nation’s vulnerability: such as political instability, inequality, lack of basic needs, criminal justice mechanisms, internal conflicts and displacement.

    While world leaders in 2015 adopted a goal to end modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking by 2030, “the significant increase in the number of people living in modern slavery and stagnating government action highlight that this goal is even further from being achieved”, the report said. The increase of 10 million people is due to compounding crises — “more complex armed conflicts, widespread environmental degradation, assaults on democracy in many countries, a global rollback of women’s rights and the economic and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic”. Forced labour exists in all countries and is “deeply connected to demand from higher-income countries”.

    What is interesting, says Sandeep Chachra, executive director of ActionAid India, is the “disaggregated data from G20 countries”, highlighting not only the prevalence of forced labour in these regions, but also its manifestations across each point in the global supply chain.

    Take the textiles industry, where reports describe conditions of forced and unpaid work, health and safety risks, poor wages, lack of benefits (such as maternity leave) and debt bondage. The “Sumangali” scheme in Tamil Nadu, for instance, was previously criticised for trapping women and girls from marginalised locations into working in exploitative conditions in spinning mills. “Today G20 countries are collectively importing $148 billion worth of apparel goods and $13 billion worth of textiles at risk of being produced by forced labour every year,” the report notes.

    Similarly, “at risk” products include gold, electronics, palm oil and solar panel — where the motivation to reduce costs and meet global demand creates conditions of “forced labour, trafficking, and the worst forms of child labour”.

    Source: Walk Free Foundation

    Source: Walk Free Foundation

    “It is important to recognise that the situations of modern slavery are by no means transient – lasting years, and in cases of forced marriage, a life sentence. This… is important from the point of bringing this into the global policy and action discourse, including at the G20 table,” says Mr. Chachra. He adds that India has stated an “ambition” to accelerate integration of MSMEs in global trade, promote labour rights and secure labour welfare, among other objectives, and as such can work to leverage its status.

    “While [India and China] have seen immense growth, which has seen increase in manufacturing and exports from these two countries, both of them also constitute a substantial market for western companies and corporations. The two countries can use this leverage in trade negotiations and ensure that companies do not have dual standards of rights for workers in the opposite end of the supply chains,” Mr. Chachra says. “To fight modern slavery practices, we need south-south cooperation which can end the race to the bottom of labour rights for attracting foreign investments.” This involves more transparency in value chains, social security for workers at all stages, and holding corporations accountable in multilateral and bilateral free trade agreements.

    Forced labour has colonial footprints which need not only erasure for future but also just reparations for the damages of the past.”Sandeep Chachra,Execute Director, ActionAid India

    The Walk Free report recommends implementing stronger measures and legislations that prevent governments and business from sourcing goods and services linked to modern slavery. Other suggestions include embedding anti-slavery measures in climate change sustainability plans, providing primary and secondary education to children and tightening regulations around forced and child marriage.

    India’s stance on modern slavery

    India passed the Bonded Labour Abolition Act of 1976 that prohibits the practice of bonded and forced labour, and identifies responsibilities of State Governments to form vigilance committees. The Act was amended in 1985 to include contract and migrant workers. India also has a Central scheme for Rehabilitation of Bonded Labour, one part of which includes providing financial assistance to the rescued individual (the 2016 amendment increased the amount of funds).

    The Supreme Court has previously ruled that non-payment of minimum wages amounts to “forced labour” under Article 23 of the Constitution.

    However, activists have noted problems with implementation of laws due to corruption, apathy, legal loopholes and lack of political will. The 1976 Act, for instance, is used to criminalise offenders but is “neither the best way to address exploitation nor to achieve SDG 8.7 [ending forced labour and modern slavery] as it often ends up hurting the very poor and vulnerable sections of society that it is meant to protect”, a collective of 50 people wrote in a 2017 letter to the government. Some have also expressed concern that India’s new Labour Codes (which are yet to be implemented) may give “legal sanction” to forced labour by extending work hours and diluting social security of people working in the organised and unorganised sector.

    There is also a need to property identify and ennumerate people stuck in modern slavery conditions. States like Tamil Nadu have initiated plans to conduct a survey; India’s last national survey of bonded labour was done in mid-90s.

    Moreover, rehabilitation of bonded labourers is marred with documentation challenges. The financial aid offered is also largely inadequate ₹30,000, and doesn’t touch upon providing education or job security. Mr. Chachra also notes financial aid is delayed or never started — because the offender needs to be legally convicted for rehabilitation to take effect. “We need to de-link prosecution of those accused of enforcing forced labour from the process of rehabilitation.”

    Experts say rehabilitation should take precedence as climate crisis is pushing millions of people into precarious situations by making resources scarce, increasing poverty and restricting access to health and education. Growing evidence shows indigenous communities and those engaged in fishing and agriculture in States like Odisha and West Bengal have become victims of debt bondage, human trafficking and mass displacement — and thus deserve adequate compensation.

    Strong legislations and accountability of G20 nations must be balanced with empowering the “protagonists of vulnerable communities” who live and work in precarity, says Mr. Chachra. The road to preventing forced labour goes through “rights of access to public goods which include food, shelter, education and health and the right to access to global commons and decent work”. Source the hindu

  • Stuntwoman Michelle Lee: John Wick wouldn’t fight the way he did without the stunt team

    “I think Hollywood could take notice of the stunt community more,” says actor and professional stuntwoman, Michelle Lee, who plays the role of an assassin in the Brad Pitt and Joey King-starring Bullet Train, which is all set to be aired on &flix this weekend.

    Talking about the role, the 44-year-old actor, on a video call from California where she is based, says that it is a “super fun role, small but cool. I play a nurse who takes on an assassin.” In many ways, it is similar to the sort of characters she has always essayed, whether as Ada Wong in Resident Evil 6, Mileena in the second season of Mortal Kombat or as Corinne Wan in Marvel’s Venom, roles that employ her stunt and martial art background to the fullest.

    In this interview, she talks about the genesis of her stunt career, how Hollywood is more accepting of actors of colour and why stunt actors should be given a slot in the Academy Awards.

    You were born and grew up in California. Can you talk a little about how the culture of the place you grew up in played into your own interest in martial arts and acting?

    I was born in Long Beach and grew up in South Bay, Torrance area. Growing up in LA, meant you had a lot of friends who were actors. As a kid, I got headshots because all my other friends had them and they all auditioned. That was a thing you do in LA; it was very common. I was extremely shy so my mum put me in acting classes. I really fell in love with the freedom – to have fun, express yourself, not have any kind of rules, just kind of play. That is where I discovered acting and fell in love with it as a kid. It was at the back of my head for years.

    My next love was martial arts; I discovered it while watching a Wushu performance. The Beijing Wushu team came to Oakland or St Francisco, I don’t remember now. I watched a performance and I was like ‘Oh my god, what is this? I must learn it.’ When I went to LA to pursue acting, martial arts fell into the work since you bring something to the table. But of course, there were so many other things I had to learn.

    How much did your Taiwanese heritage impede acting roles when you started out? Hollywood after all had far fewer roles for people of colour. Has this changed, both personally and at an industry level?

    Oh, definitely. I have seen a huge change both in the number of people of colour and the type of roles for people of colour. It used to be very surface; one line, and you have nothing to do with the story! There is (today) more background and story behind them.

    There is always room to grow. If you think about it, how many shows have an all-Asian cast? Very few in the last 20 years. Things like that can definitely improve;with everyone else’s support in writing good content, finding talented performers and taking a chance on performers of colour.

    Is Hollywood more cognizant of the impact of stunt people today? Has SWAMP (Stuntwomen’s Association of Motion Pictures) changed the narrative in any way?

    Stunts are such an integral part of a film. Things could not be shot the way they are without it; you couldn’t have the action in Marvel without them, and John Wick wouldn’t fight the way he did without the stunt team. There is definitely room to be recognised more. The biggest thing we are fighting for is a slot in the Academy Awards. There are so many categories in the Academy Awards. I don’t understand why stunts wouldn’t have a small part in that. It is such a big contributor to film in general. I definitely think there is room to acknowledge that a lot more.

    SWAMP has a special place in my heart. They are the first women stunt group to come together and say, ‘Hey we are women, there are not a lot of us. Let us support each other.’ I feel so lucky to be a part of this group. They are all professionals with years of experience behind them and they are extremely talented with a great knowledge of the industry. I think things like this and having other people (who are not from the stunt industry) pushing for us and recognising us will help.

    What has the journey been from stuntwoman to actor? Can you tell me a little about this?

    I started with acting and had headshots when I was six. So, I feel like an actor more. Stunts really gave me the opportunity to work a lot in the industry at a time when Asians weren’t very cast-able; I am very fortunate and appreciate stunts for that. The journey back to acting feels natural. It is what I started out doing. Now I have the combination of the two. When you get other skills on the job, it only makes your job better.

    What is next up for you?

    I’m part of the Star Wars series that is coming out soon. I don’t know how much I can talk about it. But I can say, it was magical to shoot, a joy to witness first-hand.

    Bullet Train will be telecast on Sunday, 4th June at 12 pm and 9 pm on &flix.

  • Amit Pandey of Satna will be seen in Ajay Devgan starrer Bholaa

    SATNA TIMES ENGLISH NEWS : Amit Pandey is an Indian actor. Amit is a resident of Satna, Madhya Pradesh and currently lives in Juhu Mumbai.

    He is known for playing supporting roles in TV shows such as Udaan, “Ek mahanayak B R Ambedkar”, “collector bahu”, the comedy “Kya Hal Mr panchaal”, and Agnifera. He began his acting career in ‘Doordarshan’ “collector bahu”, and later appeared in biography of B R Ambedkar for &TV

    Photo by google

    Amit Pandey become popular through Hindi serials. Apart from acting, he is a talented dancer. his impressive acting in multiple serial made him widely popular. With his strong roles, he has been getting more new projects. his lovely performance in Ambedkar’s biopic has been huge hit. Born in Madhya Pradesh, He was a bright student. After completing his studies he become interested in acting.

    Amit pandey, photo – instagram

    His performance in even small roles was well noticed. With back to back small rolls in serials, he become known face. His command over strong roles got him more few projects. He has completed multiple Hindi serials in his career. His powerful characters have always captured the audience.

  • Shraddha Kapoor asks quirky question to fans after watching ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar’ trailer

    New Delhi: This morning, social media butterfly Shraddha Kapoor took to her handle and shared a very fun picture along with a quirky question, asking ‘What is the most difficult thing in the love happening in 2023?’. She had this question popping up after she saw the highly anticipated trailer of ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar’. She posted about it saying “2023 ke pyaar mein sabse mushkil kya hai? A question that stuck with me after watching the trailer of ##TuJhoothiMainMakkaar. Excited to read your answers!!!”  

    As soon as Shraddha uploaded this picture along with this inquisitive question, her comment section flooded with fans showering answers and questions in the most playful manner. While some had the best replies, some had the most curious questions ever. Moreover, it can be said that Shraddha’s comment section is the most fun section in B-Town!  

    “A curious fan commented, “Finding the right pick up line.” To which Shraddha replied “Tried, tested and failed.” An excited fan commented saying “I ran to see on yt just to realize it hasn’t been released yet.” To him, the actress said “sabr ka phal, trailer hota hai.” 

    Another fan wrote “Uske saath saath uski SAHELIYON ko bhi khush rakhna… Isse mushkil aur kya ho sakta hai.” Shraddha commented “Yeh toh tumhara param dharam hai.” 

    A fan asked “Deciding pehle sorry bolu ke nahi ??” And the wise Shraddha commented “Bol do.” A fan wrote “Sabse mushkil hai Pyaar milna.” The actress replied “umeed pe duniya kayam hai!” A user wrote “Apne aap ko pehle se behtar banana️.” And the actress writes “In love with this answer.” 

    ‘Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar’ is directed by Luv Ranjan, produced by Luv Films’ Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, and presented by T- Series’ Gulshan Kumar and Bhushan Kumar. It is all set to have a festive release worldwide in cinemas on Holi, 8th March 2023. 

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