THE HEADLINES :-
⦁ प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने एनडीए सरकार के 11 वर्ष पूरे होने पर किसान कल्याण के लिए सरकार की प्रतिबद्धता दोहराई।
⦁ Nearly 27 crore people lifted out of extreme poverty in India over 11 years, says World Bank report.
⦁ केंद्रीय उपभोक्ता संरक्षण प्राधिकरण की सभी ई-कॉमर्स प्लेटफॉर्मो को भ्रामक और अनुचित व्यापार में शामिल नहीं होने की सलाह।
⦁ IMD predicts rainfall activity over Northeast region for next seven days.
⦁ बलिदान का त्योहार ईद-उल-अज़हा देश भर में धार्मिक उत्साह और उल्लास के साथ मनाया जा रहा है।
⦁ And in Norway Chess, World Champion D. Gukesh settles for third place as World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen wins title.
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And now, time for our segment Dateline India, in which we take a look at the developments taking place at the national or global level. In a famous quote from “A Room of One’s Own”, Virginia Woolf astutely declares, “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” The statement succinctly captures the profound impact that good food can have not only on our physical well-being but also on the various aspects of our lives. Food isn’t just fuel—it’s information for your body. What you eat affects every system in your body, from cells to organs to your brain. Choosing nutritious foods consistently is one of the most powerful ways to improve and protect your health. Similarly, eating food that is not safe i.e. food that is contaminated and adulterated, can be harmful. Today is World Food Safety Day.
Today is World Food Safety Day. The observance of the day intends to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent, detect and respond to public health threats associated with unsafe food.Access to sufficient amounts of safe food is key to sustaining life and promoting good health. Foodborne illnesses are usually infectious or toxic in nature and often invisible to the plain eye, caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances entering the body through contaminated food or water.
जी हां आज हम विश्व खाद्य सुरक्षा दिवस मना रहें हैं, ताकि दुनियाभर में लोगों को भोजन की स्वच्छता और सुरक्षा के प्रति जागरूक किया जा सके। विश्व स्वास्थ्य संगठन के अनुसार, दुनिया में हर 10 में से 1 व्यक्ति दूषित भोजन के कारण बीमार पड़ता है और हर दिन लगभग 16 लाख लोग दूषित भोजन की वजह से स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं का सामना करते हैं। ऐसे में यह जरूरी हो जाता है कि हम भोजन से जुड़ी बीमारियों को पहचानें और खुद को उनसे सुरक्षित रखें। असुरक्षित भोजन मानव स्वास्थ्य और अर्थव्यवस्थाओं के लिए खतरा है, जो कमजोर और हाशिए पर पड़े लोगों, खासकर महिलाओं और बच्चों, संघर्ष से प्रभावित आबादी और प्रवासियों को असमान रूप से प्रभावित करता है।
World Health Organisation WHO data reveals:
⦁ 200: Diseases caused by unsafe food, ranging from diarrhoea to cancers
⦁ 16 hundred thousand people get sick due to unsafe food every day, on average
South-East Asia Region bears the second-highest health burden due to the consumption of contaminated food, with an estimated 150 million illnesses and One lakh seventy five deaths yearly. The tropical climate in many countries in the region promotes the spread of pests and advances the formation of naturally occurring toxins, a situation worsened by the impacts of climate change.
2004 में, विश्व स्वास्थ्य संगठन और खाद्य और कृषि संगठन ने राष्ट्रीय खाद्य सुरक्षा प्राधिकरणों के वैश्विक नेटवर्क की शुरुआत की। 189 सदस्य देशों के साथ अंतर्राष्ट्रीय खाद्य सुरक्षा प्राधिकरणों का नेटवर्क-सालाना सैकड़ों खाद्य सुरक्षा घटनाओं की निगरानी और उनका दस्तावेजीकरण कर रहा है।
Food safety is a shared responsibility between governments, producers and consumers.
The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018 to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent, detect and respond to public health threats associated with unsafe food. During the World Food Safety Day, the WHO and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) aims to contribute to food security, consumer health, economic prosperity, agriculture, market access, tourism and sustainable development.
विश्व खाद्य सुरक्षा दिवस का विषय है ‘खाद्य सुरक्षा: विज्ञान की क्रियाशीलता’ – जो वैश्विक विकास एजेंडे में केंद्रीय स्तंभ के रूप में खाद्य सुरक्षा को समझने में विज्ञान की उपयोगिता को पुनः संकल्पित करने का अवसर प्रदान करता है। यह विषय बीमारी को कम करने, लागत में कटौती करने और जीवन बचाने के लिए वैज्ञानिक ज्ञान के उपयोग की ओर ध्यान आकर्षित करता है।
Science is at the heart of food safety. It helps us understand what makes food unsafe and guides us on how to prevent foodborne diseases. The theme of World Food Safety Day on 7 June 2025 draws attention to the use of scientific knowledge as key to reducing illness, cutting costs and saving lives.
Food safety has a critical role in assuring that food stays safe at every stage of the food chain – from production to harvest, processing, storage, distribution, all the way to preparation and consumption.
और अगर बात करेंगे घर पर सुरक्षित खाद्य प्रबंधन के लिए कुछ बुनियादी सिद्धांत हैं। कच्चे या अधपके खाद्य पदार्थों से बचें। मांस, अंडा या सब्जियों को अच्छी तरह पकाकर ही खाएं। हाथों की स्वच्छता बनाए रखें। सीफूड, मीट और अंडे फ्रेश होने पर ही खाएं। इन चीजों को खरीदते समय उनकी ताजगी जांचना जरूरी है। खुले में रखा हुआ खाना और गंदा पानी बीमारियों को न्योता देता है इसलिए साफ पानी पिएं।
⦁ Clean: Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces before and after handling food.
⦁ Separate: Keep raw meat, poultry, and seafood separate from ready-to-eat foods to avoid cross-contamination.
⦁ Cook: Cook food to safe internal temperatures to kill harmful microbes.
⦁ Chill: Refrigerate perishable foods promptly to slow bacterial growth.
⦁ Check: Always check expiration dates and avoid using food that looks, smells, or tastes off.
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India has undergone a decade of remarkable transformation, driven by the principles of Seva, Sushasan, and Garib Kalyan. Akashvani News brings you a special feature on the Government’s efforts over the last 11 years across key sectors. Today, we focus on the empowerment of Indian Farmers.
“In the last eleven years, India’s agriculture has witnessed a quiet revolution, guided by the vision of “Beej Se Bazaar Tak”, that is, “from seed to market”. The government’s budgetary allocation in agriculture has grown nearly five-fold, from 28 thousand crore rupees in 2013-14 to 1.37 lakh crore rupees in 2024-25. Direct support to farmers has been unprecedented. Over 3.7 lakh crore rupees has reached 11 crore farmers directly under PM-KISAN. Financial security for farmers has also improved. The Kisan Credit Card scheme has extended 10 lakh crore rupees in credit, while Fasal Bima Yojana has helped nearly 20 crore farmers with crop insurance claims worth 1.75 lakh crore rupees. MSPs for key crops like wheat, paddy, pulses, and oilseeds have seen sharp hikes. Schemes like PM-KUSUM for solar pumps, and Natural Farming Missions have enhanced resilience and promoted sustainability. Efforts like PM Krishi Sinchayee Yojana and the Soil Health Card Scheme have strengthened irrigation and soil productivity, empowering farmers with modern tools and scientific inputs. The government has also focused on allied sectors. Milk production has grown by over 63 percent, placing India firmly as the world’s top dairy producer, benefiting over 8 crore farmers employed in this sector. While in fisheries, India’s output nearly doubled in ten years, boosting rural livelihoods and coastal prosperity. Today, the Indian farmer stands not just as a cultivator, but as a key driver of national growth. With Vishnu’s report, Shagun for Parikrama, Delhi.”
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क्षेत्रीय संवाददाता:-
विश्व खाद्य सुरक्षा दिवस के अवसर पर केंद्रीय स्वास्थ्य मंत्री जगत प्रकाश नड्डा ने आज बेंगलुरु में स्वस्थ भोजन का सेवन करने और मोटापे को रोकने के लिए जागरूकता पहल की शुरुआत की। इस पहल का उद्देश्य लोगों में संतुलित आहार के प्रति जागरूकता बढ़ाना है ताकि मोटापे से मुक्त खुशहाल स्वस्थ जीवन जीया जा सके।
Union Minister for Health, J.P. Nadda, launched the awareness initiative of FSSAI on the subject, Stop Obesity by Eating Safe and Healthy. It coincided with the World Food Safety Day celebration today in Bengaluru. Union Minister emphasized that a healthy society alone can ensure strong, Viksit country. He reiterated that for India to become Viksit Bharat, our people should remain healthy. For this to happen, they should eat right. Safe food nurtures the power of thinking and that in turn improves productivity. The minister reminded the gathering the call given by Prime Minister to reduce oil intake by10%. The minister advised to eat with calorie intake in mind. See how much calorie a pastry or a soft drink contains and eat a balanced diet. He said according to a study by ICMR between 2008 and 2020, it was discovered that the problem of obesity in urban areas have increased by over 39% and by 23% in rural areas. He also informed that by 2050, one-third of the population will be obese if we do not take preventive measures. Hence, FSSAI and the Education Department have come together to create awareness about the problem of obesity among the school children. Union Minister JP Nadda released Eat Right Activity Booklet that will be distributed to children by the Education Department and to the railway passengers by the Railway Board. He gave the message that less oil, salt and sugar in our food will keep us healthy. Sudhindra reporting for Parikrama from Bengaluru.
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India is blessed with a rich cultural heritage. We have many sites that are known for their natural beauty, rich history and cultural values. One such hidden gem is Ushakothi is located in the Sambalpur district in western. Although not very famous, it is an excellent destination for tourists and history enthusiasts who want to discover something new.
The Ushakothi Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Badarama Sanctuary, was established in 1962. It covers around 285 square kilometres. The sanctuary is home to a diverse array of animals, including tigers, leopards, elephants, and various bird species. Two rivers, the Penganga and the Wardha (also known as Vashishtha), flow through it, helping keep the forest alive and green. The area is also rich in history. There are over 600 rock shelters with old carvings and paintings in the Ushakothi-1 area and 67 more in Ushakothi-2. Experts believe these artefacts date back to prehistoric times and reveal how people lived long ago. One of the main attractions is the Ushakothi Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati. Locals believe that the Pandavas from the Mahabharata lived in this forest during their 12-year exile. Ushakothi has excellent potential to grow into a popular tourist destination. The government and some NGOs are collaborating to develop the area while preserving the forest. Recently, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the place with local officials. He promised that the central government would help in its growth by preserving its natural beauty. for Parikrama, Bismita Padhan from Akashvani Sambalpur.
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Sometimes the best can come out of the waste. In Ariyankuppam, Puducherry, what was once discarded as plastic waste has now taken the shape of vibrant dolls, peacocks, penguins, and flower pots—thanks to the skilled hands of local women. As part of World Environment Day celebrations, more than 50 women from self-help groups took part in a unique two-day workshop that turned awareness into action, and waste into wealth.Organised jointly by the Department of Environment, the Pollution Control Board, and the Ariyankuppam Block Development Office, the initiative aimed to promote creative reuse and environmental responsibility at the grassroots level.
Held in Ariyankuppam, the workshop was more than just a training session-it was a hands-on experience where women learned to breathe new life into plastic waste. From used water bottles and polythene covers to discarded juice containers, the women transformed everyday plastic into striking artistic items-each piece crafted with care and creativity. Ariyankuppam MLA Bhaskar alias Dakshinamurthy inaugurated the event, commending the women for their enthusiasm and urging the community to gradually eliminate the use of plastic from daily life. Pollution Control Board officer Ramesh observed that the participants took great interest in the training, and many of the items made during the sessions will be presented as eco-friendly gifts to dignitaries including the Chief Minister and Lt.Governor. The women, many of whom were trying their hands at such crafts for the first time, found not only joy but also potential in the work-recognising that, what was once seen as waste could now be turned into a source of both pride and possible income. With their hands and hearts set on sustainability, these women of Ariyankuppam have shown how a community can creatively tackle plastic pollution. Their efforts are a reminder that real change begins at the local level-with awareness, action, and a bit of imagination. For Parikrama, this is Bibin S Nath, Akashvani News, Puducherry
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खेल:-
नॉर्वे के ग्रैंड मास्टर मैग्नस कार्लसन ने स्टारवेंजर में नॉर्वे शतरंज टूर्नामेंट का अपना सातवां खिताब जीत लिया है। पांच बार के विश्व चैंपियन ने अंतिम दौर के बाद जीत हासिल की, जहां अमरीका के ग्रैंडमास्टर फैबियानो कारूआना ने भारतीय शतरंज स्टार डी. गुकेश को हराकर तीन अंक हासिल किए। कार्लसन ने भारतीय खिलाड़ी अर्जुन एरिगैसी के खिलाफ ड्रॉ खेलकर टूर्नामेंट में 16 अंक हासिल किए। कारूआना ने 15 दशमलव पांच अंक हासिल करते हुए दूसरा और डी. गुकेश ने 14 दशमलव पांच अंक के साथ तीसरा स्थान प्राप्त किया।
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In French Open Tennis, World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will take on World No. 2 Coco Gauff in the highly anticipated women’s singles title clash, this evening. The match will begin at 06:30 PM IST.
In Men’s Singles, World No. 1 Jannik Sinner will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the final tomorrow. Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the semifinals while Alcaraz reached the final after his semifinal opponent, Lorenzo Musetti, retired due to injury.
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अब हम याद करेंगे महान स्वतंत्रता सेनानियों को और बात करेंगे उन महान व्यक्तियों की जिनकी आज है-पुण्यतिथि, जयंती या जन्मदिन।
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आज भारतीय महाकाव्यों के गहन ज्ञान और मराठी साहित्य में योगदान के लिए प्रख्यात विद्वान और लेखक दाजी पणशीकर की पुण्यतिथि है। पणशीकर को महाभारत, एकनाथी भागवत और भावार्थ रामायण जैसे ग्रंथों की विद्वत्तापूर्ण व्याख्या के लिए जाना जाता है। उन्होंने अपने समय में महाकाव्य ग्रंथों की व्याख्याओं को लोकप्रिय बनाने में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिया।
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The British novelist, essayist, and social and literary critic, E M Forster, died on this day in Coventry, Warwickshire, England. Forster was born on 1 January 1879 in London. His fame rests largely on his novels and on a large body of criticism.
Where Angels Fear to Tread (1905)
The Longest Journey (1907)
A Room with a View (1908)
Howards End (1910)
A Passage to India (1924): The novel is set against the backdrop of the British Raj and the Indian independence movement in the 1920s. Listeners, it was also adapted into a movie by the same name in 1984. At the 57th Academy Awards, the movie won Best Supporting Actress for Ashcroft, making her, at 77, the oldest actress to win the award, and Best Original Score for Maurice Jarre, his third award in that category.
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We owe to Forster the categorisation of characters into “round” and “flat”. In his1927 book, “Aspects of the Novel”, Forster coined these terms. Flat characters are simple, one-dimensional, and often remain unchanged throughout the story, while round characters are multi-faceted, complex, and can evolve.
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आज प्रसिद्ध फ़िल्म निर्देशक, पटकथा लेखक और उर्दू लेखक ख़्वाजा अहमद अब्बास की जयंती है। वे उन कुछ गिने चुने लेखकों में से थे, जिन्होंने शांति और मानवता का पैगाम दिया।
एक पत्रकार के रूप में उन्होंने ‘अलीगढ़ ओपिनियन’ शुरू किया। ‘बॉम्बे क्रॉनिकल’ में ये लंबे समय तक बतौर संवाददाता और फ़िल्म समीक्षक रहे। इनका स्तंभ ‘द लास्ट पेज’ सबसे लंबा चलने वाले स्तंभों में गिना जाता है। 1945 में ख़्वाजा साहब का एक निर्देशक के रूप में कैरियर शुरु हुआ जब उन्होंने इप्टा (इंडियन पीपल्स थिएटर एसोसिएशन) के लिए ‘धरती के लाल’ नाम की एक फ़िल्म बनाई। यह 1943 के बंगाल में पड़े अकाल पर आधारित थी।
1951 में, उन्होंने ‘नया संसार’ नाम की अपनी ख़ुद की कंपनी खोल ली जो ‘अनहोनी’ जैसी सामाजिक प्रासंगिकता की फ़िल्मों का निर्माण करने लगी। उनकी प्रमुख फिल्में हैं- आवारा, अनहोनी, श्री 420, जागते रहो, मेरा नाम जोकर धरती के लाल आदि।
उन्हें पद्म श्री, फ़िल्म ‘नीचा नगर’ के लिए अंतरराष्ट्रीय कान्स फ़िल्म समारोह में पाल्मे डी’ओर पुरस्कार और फ़िल्मफेयर पुरस्कार से सम्मानित किया गया।
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Akarshita!, everyone is talking about the developments in the field of Artificial Intelligence these days. We owe a lot of these ideas to British mathematician, computer scientist, logician, cryptanalyst, philosopher and theoretical biologist, Alan Turing. He is widely considered to be the father of theoretical computer science. He died on this day at the age of 41 in Wilmslow, Cheshire, England, of cyanide poisoning as an act of suicide.
Alan Turing was famous for his work developing the first modern computers, decoding the encryption of German Enigma machines during the second world war. It was also the subject of the 2014 movie “The Imitation Game”.
Turing addressed the problem of artificial intelligence, and proposed an experiment that became known as the Turing test, an attempt to define a standard for a machine to be called “intelligent”. The idea was that a computer could be said to “think” if a human interrogator could not tell it apart, through conversation, from a human being. We use ChatGPT everyday. It has not only become an integral part of our life but has also reignited conversation about the likelihood that the components of the Turing test had been met.
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आज भारत के एक नृत्य गुरु नटराज रामकृष्ण की पुण्यतिथि है। वे आंध्र प्रदेश संगीत नाटक अकादमी के अध्यक्ष रहे थे। वह एक विद्वान और संगीतज्ञ भी थे, जिन्होंने आंध्र प्रदेश और दुनिया भर में शास्त्रीय नृत्य को बढ़ावा दिया। उन्होंने 40 से अधिक पुस्तकें लिखीं, जिनमें से कई को अत्यधिक सम्मानित किया गया। नटराज रामकृष्ण को 700 साल पुराने नृत्य रूप ‘पेरिनी शिवतांडवम’ को पुनर्जीवित करने के लिए जाना जाता है। उन्होंने कुचिपुड़ी को पारंपरिक नृत्य रूप के साथ अंतरराष्ट्रीय ख्याति दिलाई।
नृत्य की कला में उनके योगदान के लिए उन्हें पद्म श्री से सम्मानित किया गया।
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