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Austria disproves misinformation about Russian gas payments
Despite Russian President Vladimir Putin’s appeal for European countries to pay in rubles, Austrian Federal Chancellor Karl Nehammer said on Wednesday that Austria will continue to pay for Russian gas supplies in Euros. Shortly after Gazprom, Russia’s state-owned gas company declared a halt on gas deliveries to Poland and Bulgaria due to their failure to pay in Russian currency, Nehammer turned to Twitter to denounce news that Austria had changed its payment method for Russian gas.
“To the point and comma,” Nehammer clarified, “Austria is abiding by the unanimously decided European Union penalties.”
Alfred Stern, the CEO of OMV, an Austrian multinational integrated oil, gas, and petrochemical business, stated earlier in March that the firm will follow EU regulations and “of course” continue to pay in euros. “We have no other legal foundation for this deal. Otherwise, I wouldn’t be able to accomplish it “he had stated Nehammer repeated OMV CEO’s view earlier this year, adding that Austria has no alternative foundation for payment in any currency other than dollars or euros. In a remarkable change of events, multiple media outlets, including Sputnik, claimed on Wednesday that OMV has agreed to pay for Russian gas supplies in rubles, citing local Austrian media. According to the study, Nehammer Gas accepted Russian payment arrangements that “complied with the requirements of the sanctions.”
“Before the Russian propaganda’s bogus news spreads further here. Of sure, OMV will continue to pay in euros for Russian gas deliveries “According to Nehammer’s Twitter tweet.
Russia has been accused of using gas as a “blackmailing device.”
Russia cut off gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria on Wednesday after the nations refused to pay for purchases in Russian currency, as demanded by the Kremlin. In a statement, Russian state-owned gas tycoon Gazprom said that deliveries would restart only if the payments were paid. Poland verified shortly after the report that Gazprom had blocked shipments through the Yamal pipeline. Bulgaria has yet to provide an update on the supply situation.
However, Gazprom has cautioned both EU countries against the “unauthorized removal of Russian gas from transit volumes to third countries,” citing the fact that both countries serve as transit routes to Germany and other western European countries.
President of the European Commission Ursula Von der Leyen also chastised Russia for cutting off gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria. “It’s a Russian effort to blackmail us,” she claimed. Russia is teasing its European clients. Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
In an interview with Sky News, Dominic Raab warned that the measure will turn Russia into an “economic pariah.” He went on to say that the action will have a “negative impact” on Moscow and further isolate it amid the conflict.
Police register FIR and launch search for accused after late-night incident.
The Case
A woman travelling home after attending a party in Chembur has alleged that her cab driver tried to molest her after stopping the vehicle at an isolated location in Navi Mumbai during the early hours of September 6.
According to her complaint, the incident took place around 1:30 am. The driver reportedly stopped the cab on the roadside, saying he wanted to drink water. After getting back into the vehicle, he allegedly moved to the back seat, held the woman’s hand and tried to remove her clothes despite her resistance.
The woman strongly protested, following which the driver allegedly fled from the spot. She then contacted her family and approached the police to report what had happened. Police identified the accused as Mohammed Afzal Sheikh and registered an FIR based on the woman’s complaint. Multiple police teams have reportedly been formed to trace and arrest him.
Investigators are using technical information and other leads to locate the accused. Police have said the complaint is being taken seriously and that appropriate legal action will follow. The incident has once again raised concerns about the safety of passengers travelling alone in cabs during late-night hours. Police are continuing their investigation into the case.
Thousands of devotees join colourful processions as towering idols arrive in Navi Mumbai.
The Grand Ganesh Celebration
With Ganesh Chaturthi just around the corner, the festive spirit has already taken over Navi Mumbai. Vashi and CBD Belapur witnessed enthusiastic celebrations as devotees gathered to welcome two towering Ganesh idols.
In Vashi Sector 17, the 12-foot idol of Navsala Pavnara Maharaja arrived on September 4 amid the beats of dhol-tasha and chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya.” Nearly 3,000 devotees took part in the welcome procession. The idol, depicting Lord Ganesha seated on an elephant, will be installed in a grand replica of a royal palace. The mandal is celebrating its 43rd year.
Meanwhile, CBD Belapur Sector 2 welcomed the CBD Cha Raja, a 12.5-foot idol prepared by renowned sculptor Bhendkar from Chembur. A large number of devotees gathered to seek Bappa’s blessings during the arrival ceremony.
The mandal, now entering its 44th year, is creating a replica of the famous Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura as this year’s main attraction.
Beyond the grandeur, the celebrations also reflect Navi Mumbai’s spirit of unity. People from different communities come together to participate in aarti, puja and havan at the mandal. As the city prepares for Ganesh Chaturthi, these celebrations have brought communities together and set the mood for a festival filled with devotion, tradition and togetherness.
Traditional performances, a vibrant procession and an eco-friendly idol mark the beginning of Ganeshotsav in Vashi.
The Grand Celebration
The festive spirit of Ganeshotsav came alive in Vashi as the Ganraj Vashi Cha Raja Public Ganeshotsav Mandal, Sector 16A, began its 43rd year with a grand idol arrival ceremony.
The procession started from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk and made its way to the main pandal amid the energetic beats of dhol-tasha. Thousands of devotees joined the celebrations, turning the streets into a sea of devotion and excitement.
Traditional performances added to the charm of the procession. Mardani Khel demonstrations, a colourful Lezim performance and the presence of a Govinda troupe drew loud cheers from the crowd. The Govindas formed a human pyramid and offered a special salute to Ganraj Vashi Cha Raja.
The event was attended by BJP corporator Anjali Valunj, mandal president and social worker Vijay Valunj, social worker Ajay Valunj, along with mandal office-bearers, volunteers and devotees. This year, the mandal has also focused on protecting the environment. The Ganesha idol, depicting Lord Ganesha seated on an elephant, has been made from paper as part of its eco-friendly initiative.
The organisers said the mandal has been preserving culture and tradition for 43 years and was among the first in Navi Mumbai to organise an idol arrival ceremony. They also invited devotees from across Navi Mumbai and Maharashtra to visit the mandal and seek Bappa’s blessings.
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