Herald: Release doles of Rs 9.5 crore of Griha Aadhar and Rs 59 crore of Laadli Laxmi schemes: Opposition
19 Jul 2024| 07:22am ISTRelease doles of Rs 9.5 crore of Griha Aadhar and Rs 59 crore of Laadli Laxmi schemes: OppositionRane assures clearing pending Griha Aadhar and Laadli Laxmi applicationsTeam HeraldPORVORIM: Laadlis of Goa are waiting for Rs 59 crore due to them from a scheme that is all about them and the Griha Aadhar beneficiariesThe Opposition members on Thursday demanded that the government should release doles of Rs 9.5 crore of Griha Aadhar and Rs 59 crore of Laadli Laxmi to beneficiaries and to sanction the long pending applications. Benaulim MLA Venzy Viegas also told the House that 638 applications for Griha Aadhar scheme by applicants from his constituency were pending for last years. Women and Child Development Minister Vishwajit Rane assured members that the government will clear applications pending for last five years before the conclusion of the ongoing session. Rane said efforts will be made to clear all the pending applications through measures such as one-time relaxation, in consultation with the Chief Minister. He said that he came across an application from his constituency where a woman was sanctioned Griha Aadhar scheme in September 2023.
Source:The Herald
July 18, 2024 21:28 UTC
Two men arrested following cannabis seizure in Cavan
Two men arrested following cannabis seizure in CavanMichael BoltonTwo men have been arrested after cannabis worth over €330,000 was seized in Cavan. The search took place in Belturbet on Wednesday night. A search was carried out at a grow house which led to the seizure of cannabis worth €334,000. €44,000 worth of cannabis plants and €290,000 in cannabis herb was discovered at the property. Two men in their 30s have been arrested and are currently being held at a Garda Station in the North Western region.
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 20:20 UTC
106,000 Eir TV customers no longer able to record BBC
Ireland’s third most popular TV service has lost the right to record BBC programmes such as Match Of The DayMore than 100,000 Eir TV subscribers have been told they can no longer record BBC programmes. “From 16 July, the recording function for BBC programmes is no longer available to Eir TV customers, due to rights issues,” the company told its 106,000 TV customers this week. Virgin Media does not allow recording of BBC or RTE on its latest TV boxes, which work on a streaming basis. Sky Glass, which is a TV that connects to Sky TV services over wifi instead of a satellite dish, has had issues recording BBC shows since its launch. In contrast, previous-generation TV services from Sky and Virgin allow RTE and BBC programmes to be recorded and stored on the TV boxes provided.
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 20:09 UTC
Elderly brother and sister named among four people killed on Irish roads in 10 hours yesterday
Four people died in three fatal crashes in less than 10 hours on Irish roads on Wednesday. Two people in their 70s died in a road crash in Co Donegal on Wednesday night and have been named locally as an elderly brother and sister.
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 19:11 UTC
Gardai in Laois-Offaly issue fresh warning about visits from bogus callers
Gardai in Laois-Offaly issue fresh warning about visits from bogus callers"If in doubt, keep them out". That was the message from Laois-Offaly Gardai today (Thursday) as they issued a new warning to the public about the potential threat from bogus callers. In an online post, the force said: "Unfortunately, everyone can receive visits from bogus callers and our older persons are frequently targeted by them. Bogus callers will say anything to get into your home or onto your property." The Gardai went on to say that common lines used by bogus callers included: "There's been an accident, can I call an ambulance?
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 15:22 UTC
International Graphic Medicine Conference held in Athlone
Niall Seery Director of Technology & Education, and Jane Burns, Conference Organiser, Director of Education & Public Engagement in the Faculty of Engineering & Informatics and with Professor Neil J Rowan at the Technological University of the ShannonInternational Graphic Medicine Conference held in AthloneThe 15th International Graphic Medicine Conference, being held in Ireland for the first time, aims to explore how to communicate complex medical information through comics and art. Taking place at the Technological University of the Shannon in Athlone from July 16 - 18, it aims to establish a graphic medicine community in Ireland, which has recently become more active in this field. Personal stories, such as Maya Milkowska-Shibat’s journey from patient to public health professional, illustrate the impact of graphic medicine. Participants, including pathologist John Brennan and veterinarian Peggy Brosnahan, shared how graphic medicine helps them process emotional challenges in their professions. Given the conference theme of Draíocht (magic), local magician Arnie Seery performed for the delegates on Thursday at lunchtime.
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 12:54 UTC
Dublin food hamper charity confirms Taylor Swift donation
Dublin food hamper charity confirms Taylor Swift donationOlivia KelleherThe charity Crosscare, which provides food hampers to people who are struggling to feed their families, has confirmed that singer-songwriter Taylor Swift donated to their services following her three sold-out concerts in Dublin last month. The donations not only help the food banks buy more groceries, but the publicity surrounding the gifts draws awareness to the plight of food insecurity. “We work with hundreds of families with children who struggle to provide good food every week. "Taylor’s donation will enhance our ability to assist even more families in need in the coming months.”Crosscare says that their approach to providing food assistance is unique. Café staff work with those who come to them in need of support and ensure they get the help they need.
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 11:26 UTC
The Open 2024, Day One: Shane Lowry gets off to hot start after awful day for Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy tells Sky Sports the conditions got the better of him"The conditions got the better of me, those cross-winds," he said. "Once we turned onto the back nine, it was left to right winds. I was struggling to hold the ball in those winds." "I didn't do a good enough job of adapting to the conditions. I have to go out and try to play better to try to be here for the weekend."
Source:Irish Independent
July 18, 2024 09:50 UTC
Pride 2024 in the EU
Pride 2024 in the EUA colourful celebration and a continuous fightOver the months of June, July, and August, the rainbow flag will colour streets, windows and doorways across Ireland to celebrate Pride. You may see a chevron to the left side of the Progressive Pride Flag pointing rightward, which signifies the need for ongoing progress. This newer Pride Flag also features the colours black and brown, representing LGBTQi+ people with a minority background, as well as the colours light blue, pink, and white, the colours of the Transgender Pride Flag. Ireland ranks 14th out of 48 countries on ILGA Europe’s 2024 Rainbow Map. In the European context, as of 1 July 2024, Hungary holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU.
Source:The Herald
July 17, 2024 17:57 UTC
Concerns over future of proposed Galway Park and Ride sites
CLLR David Collins is looking for answers from the NTA. Photo: Ray RyanConcerns over future of proposed Galway Park and Ride sitesBy Patrick FlahertyTHE commitment of the National Transport Authority (NTA) to planned Park and Ride sites on Galway’s outskirts has been questioned. Towards the end of 2022, the NTA said they hoped to have started the planning process by mid-2023 for three park and ride facilities. The sites, near Claregalway, at Oranmore Railway Station and where the M6 motorway merges into the N6, would have the capacity to take over 1,000 cars out of the commuter routes to the city.
Source:The Herald
July 17, 2024 17:57 UTC
Vintage rally returns to Mountbellew
Photo: Gerry StrongeVintage rally returns to MountbellewAN exhibition of 1940s and ‘50s Porsche tractors and cars will be one of the main attractions at this year’s Mountbellew Vintage Rally on Sunday, July 28. The rally returns this year, after rainfall and wet underfoot conditions led to its cancellation in 2023. This year’s event will be held on 60 acres on the grounds of Mountbellew Mart and on land provided by local landowners. The first-time exhibition of the Italian-made Porsche tractors and cars is just one of several unique features planned for the rally. A new lawnmower race will take place, while vintage Lanz Bulldog tractors, made in Germany, will also be in Mountbellew.
Source:The Herald
July 17, 2024 17:53 UTC
Beth Buttimer 'buzzing' after ending Summer Series on a high
The Munster hooker, 18, crossed twice in quick succession during the second half in Parma as Ireland pulled away after the break. It was great for us as front-rowers - you don’t see us getting player of the match too often. “We’ve all been given a chance to put our hands up during this series and hopefully we’ll keep getting opportunities to do that. We have had time to interact with the other nations, which is important, and it’s been history making. “This is the icing on the cake of a great season.”The Women’s Summer Series is available to fans all over the world via exclusive coverage on the Six Nations U20 YouTube channels, with supporting coverage across dedicated U20 Six Nations social media channels.
Source:The Herald
July 17, 2024 17:51 UTC
Mainstream Renewable eyes deals to ‘recycle’ capital as loss narrows
Mainstream Renewable Power chief executive Mary Quaney said the firm continues 'to see strong opportunities for capital recycling and consistent value creation'. Photograph: Nick BradshawThe chief executive of Dublin-based Mainstream Renewable Power has said the wind and solar power developer sees “strong opportunities” for deals on projects in its portfolio that would allow it to recycle capital. The comments came as Mainstream’s Norwegian parent, Aker Horizons, revealed that the Irish unit’s pretax profit narrowed in the first half of this year. “As we move forward, we continue to see strong opportunities for capital recycling and consistent value creation,” said Mainstream chief executive Mary Quaney on a call Oslo-listed Aker Horizons hosted for analysts on Tuesday morning. Aker Horizon’s 58 per cent stake in Mainstream accounts for more than two-thirds of the group’s assets.
Source:The Irish Times
July 17, 2024 16:55 UTC
How many times does Ireland have to be warned about shadow banking?
[ Shadow banking could trigger next financial crisis, ECB warnsOpens in new window ]It was a wake-up call. Shadow banking is a crash – or series of accidents – waiting to happen. It would be only prudent to assume that shadow banking, along with its unknown and potentially catastrophic risks, is part and parcel of these structures. About half of their money comes from overseas institutions and the extent of their exposure to shadow banking is simply unknown, but the risk is clear. The notion that Ireland is in some way immune from the consequences of something going badly wrong in the shadow banking sector is a foolhardy one.
Source:The Irish Times
July 17, 2024 16:51 UTC
Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar will not stand in next general election
By Jonathan McCambridge, PAFormer taoiseach Leo Varadkar has announced he will not be contesting the next general election. Mr Varadkar, 45, announced he would resign as taoiseach and Fine Gael leader in March, saying he felt he was no longer the right person to lead his party. He made the announcement that he would not be seeking re-election at a meeting of the Fine Gael Dublin West Constituency Organisation on Tuesday evening. “I am making this decision at a time when the Fine Gael party is in good shape.”The convention to select a candidate or candidates to run for Fine Gael in Dublin West is scheduled for mid-September. Leo Varadkar resigned as taoiseach in April (Niall Carson/PA)Mr Varadkar’s announcement comes just weeks after former tanaiste Simon Coveney said he would not stand in the next general election.
Source:The Herald
July 17, 2024 16:16 UTC