HEADLINES:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says that Pahalgam attack was a challenge to women power of the country and it has become a death knell for its perpetrators.
- प्रधानमंत्री ने कहा–सरकार महिलाओं के नेतृत्व वाले विकास को शासन का केंद्र बना रही है।
- Columbia withdraws statement condoling deaths in Pakistan after Indian strikes during the Operation Sindoor.
- मिजोरम के लॉन्गतलाई शहर में बारिश से हुए भूस्खलन में छह घर क्षतिग्रस्त, कई लोगों के मारे जाने की आशंका।
- India’s Yuki Bhambri and his American partner Robert Galloway stun seventh seeds to enter third round of Tennis tournament French Open.
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Now time for our segment DATELINE INDIA in which we take a look at the developments taking place at national or global level. Today we will talk about WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY.
विश्व तंबाकू निषेध दिवस आज विश्व स्तर पर तंबाकू के उपयोग के खतरों के प्रति जागरूकता बढ़ाने के लिए मनाया जा रहा है। यह दिन विश्व स्वास्थ्य संगठन (WHO) द्वारा तंबाकू के उपयोग को समाप्त करने के लिए एक वैश्विक पहल है।
WHO has announced the theme for this year – ‘Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products.’ This campaign intends to shed light on the manipulative tactics the tobacco industry uses to make smoking appear attractive. A report:
“According to WHO, an estimated 1.3 billion people consume tobacco worldwide, which is one of the leading causes of preventable death. India is also the second largest consumer and producer of tobacco. According to the Global Youth Tobacco Survey 2019, 8.5 percent of school students in the age group of 13 to 15 consume tobacco in different forms across the country. World No Tobacco Day was first observed in the year 1987 with an aim to draw global attention to the tobacco epidemic and the preventable death and disease it causes. The theme for this year is Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products, which focuses on highlighting the hidden dangers of tobacco products that come in appealing flavors and packaging.Priya Mondal, Akashvani News, Delhi.”
Tobacco products expose users to cancer-causing chemicals and despite being extremely harmful, the product is consumed worldwide. As per official data, tobacco kills more than 8 million people each year, including an estimated 1.3 million non-smokers who are exposed to second-hand smoke. Lets tell our listeners what is second hand smoking-
सेकेंडहैंड स्मोकिंग, जिसे पैसिव स्मोकिंग के नाम से भी जाना जाता है, वह तब होता है जब आप धूम्रपान करने वाले व्यक्ति के साथ निकटता के कारण गलती से तंबाकू या सिगरेट या किसी अन्य प्रकार का धुआं अंदर ले लेते हैं। यह खतरनाक है और इससे श्वसन संबंधी समस्याएं, हृदय रोग, प्रजनन संबंधी समस्याएं और बहुत कुछ जैसी विभिन्न स्वास्थ्य समस्याएं हो सकती हैं।
SLT stands for ‘Smokeless Tobacco Products’. It encompasses all tobacco products that are consumed in an unburned form. Smokeless tobacco can be used orally or nasally. Smokeless tobacco in India is used as chewing tobacco, with or without lime. Gutkha, Khaini, Zarda etc. are all examples of such use.
धूम्रपान और धूम्ररहित तम्बाकू पदार्थ दोनों का स्वास्थ्य पर प्रतिकूल प्रभाव पड़ता है और ये असमय मृत्यु का कारण बनते हैं।
The theme of World No Tobacco Day 2025 urges us to unmask these dangerous industry ploys. Flavoured nicotine and tobacco products, attractive packaging, influencer endorsements on social media, and misleading health claims are tools of manipulation designed to recruit new users and keep existing users addicted.
तम्बाकू एक लगातार विकसित होने वाला और विकट खतरा बना हुआ है। अब हम नए और उभरते निकोटीन और तम्बाकू उत्पादों (NENTPs) – जैसे इलेक्ट्रॉनिक सिगरेट, गर्म तम्बाकू उत्पाद और स्वाद वाले निकोटीन पाउच के आक्रामक उद्योग का सामना कर रहे हैं। इन्हें सुरक्षित विकल्प के रूप में पेश किया जा रहा है और जानबूझकर बच्चों और किशोरों को निशाना बनाया जा रहा है। हमारे देश में 13-15 वर्ष की आयु के अनुमानित एक करोड़ दस लाख किशोर पहले से ही तम्बाकू उत्पादों के आदी हो गए हैं, जो इस आयु वर्ग में विश्व का कुल 30 प्रतिशत है।
While it is already well-known how smoking harms physical health, the toxic content of cigarettes doesn’t spare mental health either. In the culture of ‘chai sutta breaks’, smoking is commonly thought to remove mental roadblocks, beckoning those lightbulb moments of creativity.
इसके अलावा, इसे आम तौर पर तनाव कम करने वाला माना जाता है। लेकिन वास्तव में, धूम्रपान आपके मानसिक स्वास्थ्य को कई तरह से खराब करता है। तंबाकू के कई हानिकारक प्रभाव होते हैं।
- It gives a false sense of relief- Many people smoke to feel relaxed or reduce tension. But nicotine only gives temporary relief. It actually increases anxiety and irritability once its effects wear off. Over time, your brain starts depending on nicotine to feel ‘normal.’
- अध्ययनों से पता चला है कि धूम्रपान करने वालों में धूम्रपान न करने वालों की तुलना में अवसाद से पीड़ित होने की संभावना अधिक होती है। निकोटीन आपके मस्तिष्क के मूड और भावनाओं को संभालने के तरीके को बदल देता है, जिससे कम ऊर्जा, उदासी और दैनिक गतिविधियों में रुचि की कमी हो सकती है।
- Many smokers struggle with poor sleep quality, disturbed sleep, or insomnia. And poor sleep adds to mental stress, creating a harmful cycle.
- लंबे समय में तनाव बढ़ता है
- Smoking has been linked with increased chances of mental health conditions like anxiety disorders.
Tobacco use, both smoking and smokeless forms, is the top risk factor for oral cavity cancer. Certain forms of tobacco, such as cigars and chewing tobacco, affect the risk of lung cancer but greatly increase your chance of developing mouth cancer. Keep in mind, even if you stopped using tobacco years ago, your risk for oral cancer may still be high.
तंबाकू ओरल कैंसर (Oral Cancer) का अहम कारण माना जाता है। तंबाकू से बने प्रोडक्ट्स, जैसे सिगरेट मुंह के कैंसर, गले के कैंसर, फेफड़ों के कैंसर और ब्लड कैंसर का कारण बनता है। मुंह के कैंसर से हर साल लाखों लोगों की जान जाती है, जिसका सबसे बड़ा कारण तंबाकू या तंबाकू के प्रोडक्ट्स का इस्तेमाल करना है।
ओरल कैंसर से बचने के लिए क्या करें?
तंबाकू और धूम्रपान से दूरी बनाएं- तंबाकू और धूम्रपान ओरल कैंसर के सबसे बड़े कारणों में से एक हैं।
Talking to Akashvani News, Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine Doctor at AIIMS New Delhi, Karan Madan said that consumption of tobacco in any form is harmful for health. He added that it impacts human health severely.
Tobacco use not only kills prematurely – it deepens poverty, damages the environment, and burdens families and health systems. This World No Tobacco Day is a call for vigilance and action.
तो आइये तम्बाकू मुक्त विश्व और स्वस्थ विश्व के लिए संकल्प लें।
In Ladakh, the District Health Society Kargil observed World No Tobacco Day today with the theme “Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products.” As part of the observance, a 5-kilometre No Tobacco Awareness Marathon was organised in Kargil under the banner “Run for a Cause, Run for Health.”
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क्षेत्रीय संवाददाता
Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi inaugurated, 103 Amrit Railway Stations including 13 in Tamil Nadu of which six redeveloped railway stations in Trichy division of Southern Railway, under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme through video conferencing on 22nd May. More from our correspondent:
“The six stations In Trichy Division Srirangam, Mannargudi, Tiruvannamalai, Polur, Chidambaram, and Vriddhachalam and were modernised at a total cost of 40.6 crore rupees. The stations were upgraded with modern, passenger-friendly hubs, improved amenities, multimodal integration, and enhanced aesthetics. The energy-efficient lights and solar panels, and CCTV surveillance systems were also included to ensure passengers & safety. Road access, parking bays, and pedestrian walkways inside the stations were also improved and integrated passenger information systems with modern signages were installed. Situated in Tiruchchirappalli district, Srirangam is renowned for the famous Ranganathaswamy Temple. With a redevelopment cost of ₹6.77 crores, the station has been enhanced with upgraded waiting halls, dormitories, retiring rooms, digital facilities, improved parking and landscaping, making it befitting of its religious and tourism significance. Mannargudi in Thiruvarur district, known for the famous Rajagopalaswamy Temple was redeveloped at a cost of ₹4.69 crores. The station now features an AC waiting hall, upgraded terminal, PF shelters, digital systems, and improved accessibility, offering a smoother experience to pilgrims and daily travelers alike. Tiruvannamalai is an important pilgrimage centre in Tamil Nadu. With ₹8.27 crores invested, the station has seen extensive improvements including a modern terminal, waiting halls, new PF shelters, a festival block, and digital enhancements, making it more welcoming for lakhs of devotees visiting the renowned Arunachaleswarar Temple. Strategically located in Tiruvannamalai district, Polur serves local commuters and pilgrims heading towards religious sites in the region. Redeveloped with ₹6.15 crores, the station now features a renewed terminal, waiting hall, booking counters, enhanced PF shelters, toilets, digital boards, and improved accessibility features. Home to the iconic Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram in Cuddalore district is a major pilgrimage and academic center. With ₹5.96 crores in redevelopment, the station boasts a renovated terminal, new archway, improved concourse, retiring rooms, public toilets, digital boards, and upgraded platform infrastructure. Located in Cuddalore district, Vriddhachalam connects multiple trunk routes. With ₹9.17 crores invested on upgradation, the station has received terminal and PF surface upgrades, retiring rooms, a new arch, better lighting, Divyangjan amenities, and digital signage, boosting its operational efficiency. Kulitturai station located in kanniyakumari district Near the Tamil Nadu–Kerala border in Thiruvananthapuram, caters to coastal commuters and pilgrims heading to Kanyakumari. With ₹5.35 crores in upgrades, the station now features a refurbished façade, enhanced toilets, coach indication systems, digital signage, and Divyangjan access features. A total of 15 railway stations were identified in Trichy division under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme of which, work in six stations were completed.The work at other railway stations including Tanjore,Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, and Ariyalur will be completed soon. Shanti Ramesh For Parikrama from Akashavani, Tiruchirappalli.”
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Assam has introduced the Mukhya Mantrir Bigyan Pratibha Sandhan Yojana, aimed at nurturing students with a keen interest in science. More from our Correspondent:
“To ignite scientific temperament amongst the students, the Assam government has introduced the Mukhya Mantrir Bigyan Pratibha Sandhan Yojana. Under this scheme, 40 students from the State to be selected through a rigorous selection process involving a written examination and online interaction. The main goal of this program is to promote and develop young minds in the field of science by providing them with the opportunity to follow their scientific interests and do research. Students will be divided into small groups based on their areas of interest and will be sent to renowned technology institutes in the State and country for a one-week fellowship camp. The students will also get online counseling by institutional counselors throughout the year based on their needs. Three best students will get the opportunity to visit excellent technology institutes abroad. Through this program, students will have the chance to work closely with experienced scientists, researchers, and educators who will mentor and guide them. The government hopes to promote and empower aspiring scientists through this project, promoting a stronger scientific community in the state who can make important contributions to the development of Assam and the nation as a whole. Aminul Haque Jwadder, Akashvani news Guwahati.”
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As we celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor, the Nation salutes the valour of the Indian soldiers. As a tribute to the Armed Forces, Akashvani News is presenting a special series. Today we remember India’s First Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Somnath Sharma, who made the supreme sacrifice during India-Pakistan war of 1947-48.
“Born in January 1923 in Himachal Pradesh, Major Somnath Sharma was commissioned into the Kumaon Regiment in February 1942. In October 1947, when Pakistan launched a tribal invasion of Jammu and Kashmir, he played a pivotal role in defending the Valley. Despite having his arm in a plaster cast, Major Somnath Sharma insisted on leading D Company of 4 Kumaon, which was airlifted to Srinagar on October 31st. On November 3rd, his company was tasked with holding a position near Badgam while two other companies returned to base. At 1435 hours, they came under sudden attack by around 700 enemy forces with small arms, mortars and heavy automatics – inflicting heavy casualties on the Indians. Refusing to retreat, Major Sharma motivated his men to hold their ground. Even with limited firepower and mounting casualties, he continued to lead from the front-filling magazines and operating light machine guns with one usable hand. While he was busy fighting the enemy, a mortar shell exploded on the ammunition near him. That ended the promising career of young Major Sharma who had not yet completed twenty five years of his life. In His final message to Brigade Headquarters, He said, “I shall not withdraw an inch but will fight to the last man and the last round.” Major Somnath Sharma was awarded Param Vir Chakra, posthumously. Saklen Akhtar for Akashvani News, Delhi.”
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खेल के मैदान में
फ्रेंच ओपन टेनिस में, भारत के युकी भांबरी और अमरीका के रॉबर्ट गैलोवे की जोडी पुरुष डबल्स के तीसरे दौर में प्रवेश कर गई है। क्वार्टर फाइनल में जगह बनाने के लिए भांबरी और गैलोवे का सामना अब अमरीकी जोड़ी क्रिश्चियन हैरिसन और इवान किंग से होगा।
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अब समय है उन व्यक्तित्व को याद करने का जिनकी आज है पुण्य तिथि या जन्मदिवस।
महारानी अहिल्याबाई होल्कर
महारानी अहिल्याबाई होल्कर मल्हारराव होल्कर के पुत्र खांडेराव की पत्नी थीं। अहिल्याबाई किसी बड़े राज्य की रानी नहीं थीं, लेकिन अपने राज्य काल में उन्होंने जो कुछ किया वह आश्चर्यचकित करने वाला है। वह एक बहादुर योद्धा और कुशल तीरंदाज थीं। उन्होंने कई युद्धों में अपनी सेना का नेतृत्व किया और वीरता के साथ लड़ीं। रानी अहिल्याबाई ने भारत के भिन्न-भिन्न भागों में अनेक मन्दिरों, धर्मशालाओं और अन्नसत्रों का निर्माण कराया था। कलकत्ता से बनारस तक की सड़क, बनारस में अन्नपूर्णा का मन्दिर , गया में विष्णु मन्दिर उनके बनवाये हुए हैं। अहिल्याबाई ने स्त्रियों को उनका उचित स्थान दिया। नारीशक्ति का भरपूर उपयोग किया। उन्होंने यह बता दिया कि स्त्री किसी भी स्थिति में पुरुष से कम नहीं है।
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Krishnakumar Kunnath
Krishnakumar Kunnath passed away on this day in 2022. popularly known as KK, was an Indian playback singer. KK is regarded as one of the greatest playback singers of India, noted for his versatility in a variety of music genres.
The album turned out to be his career breakthrough. The song “Tadap Tadap Ke” from the 1999 film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, earned him his first Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer nomination.
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John Henry Bonham
John Henry Bonham was born on this day in 1948. He was an English musician who was the drummer of the rock band Led Zeppelin. Noted for his speed, power, fast single-footed kick drumming, distinctive sound, and feel for groove. He is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential drummers in history.
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कमला दास
कमला दास अंग्रेज़ी और मलयालम की प्रसिद्ध लेखिका थी। इन्हें साहित्य अकादमी, एशियन पोएट्री अवार्ड और अन्य पुरस्कारों से नवाज़ा गया है। कमला दास ने वर्ष 1984 में साहित्य के नोबेल पुरस्कार के दावेदारों की सूची में भी जगह बनाई। ये कमला सुरैया के नाम से भी जानी जाती रही हैं।
वर्ष 1984 में नोबेल पुरस्कार के लिए नामांकित किया गया।
इन्हें केरल साहित्य अकादमी पुरस्कार, साहित्य अकादमी पुरस्कार, एशियन पोएट्री पुरस्कार, केन्ट पुरस्कार, एशियन वर्ल्डस पुरस्कार और वयलॉर पुरस्कार से सम्मानित किया गया।
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Pankaj Roy
Pankaj Roy was born on this day in 1928. He was an Indian cricketer who played in 43 test matches, including once as captain. He was a right-handed opening batsman, perhaps best known for establishing the world record opening partnership in Test cricket of 413 runs, together with Vinoo Mankad, against New Zealand at Chennai. He has been honoured with the Padma Shri. His nephew Ambar Roy and son Pranab Roy also played Test cricket for India. He was a student of Vidyasagar College. In 2016, he was posthumously awarded the C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest honour conferred by BCCI on a former player.
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अनिल बिस्वास
अनिल बिस्वास बॉलीवुड के प्रसिद्ध संगीतकार थे। वे हिन्दी फ़िल्मों के गीत-संगीत के स्वर्ण-युग के सारथी रहे हैं। उन्होंने न सिर्फ अपने संगीत से फ़िल्म संगीत को शास्त्रीय, कलात्मक और मधुर बनाया बल्कि अनेक गायक-गायिकाओं को तराशकर हीरे-जवाहरात की तरह प्रस्तुत किया। इनमें तलत महमूद, मुकेश, लता मंगेशकर, सुरैया के नाम प्रमुखता से गिनाए जा सकते हैं। अनिल बिस्वास शास्त्रीय संगीत के निष्णात होने के साथ लोक-संगीत के अच्छे जानकार थे। उनकी धुनों में जो संगीत है, वह अब हमारी विरासत बन गया है। उनकी प्रमुख फिल्में हैं रोटी’, ‘किस्मत’, ‘अनोखा प्यार’, ‘तराना’, ‘वारिस, ‘परदेसी’, ‘चार दिल चार राहें, आदि।
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Clinton Eastwood Jr.
Clinton Eastwood Jr. was born on this day in 1930. He is an American actor and film director. After achieving success in the Western TV series Rawhide, Eastwood rose to international fame with his role as the “Man with No Name” in Sergio Leone’s Dollars Trilogy of spaghetti Westerns during the mid-1960s and as antihero cop Harry Callahan. These roles, among others, have made Eastwood an enduring cultural icon of masculinity. Elected in 1986, Eastwood served for two years as the mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.
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अण्णा साहेब किर्लोस्कर
अण्णा साहेब किर्लोस्कर का वास्तविक नाम बळवंत पांडुरंग किर्लोस्कर है। उन्होंने नाटकों के कला पक्ष को समृद्ध किया और मराठी रंगमंच की आधुनिक तकनीक आंरभ की। लोकमान्य तिलक के शब्दों में उन्होंने अपने नाटकों के द्वारा भारतीय संस्कृति का पुनरुद्वार किया।
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Raj Khosla
Raj Khosla was born on this day in 1925. He was one of the top directors, producers and screenwriters in Hindi film industry from the 1950s to the 1980s. He was known for bringing in “neo-noir” and style in Indian cinema, and also as a “women’s director” because he showcased actresses at their best. He has given many successful films with Dev Anand. Starting his career under Guru Dutt, he went on to make hit films like, C.I.D. (1956), Woh Kaun Thi? (1964), Mera Saaya (1966), Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), Dostana (1980) and Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki (1978), the last of which won the Filmfare Award for Best Film. His early background in classical music ensured that most of his films excelled in music.
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