German footballer Mesut Ozil continues voicing support for Palestine, asks 'Where is Humanity?'
In response to the recent escalation of violence in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, prominent figures from various fields continue to express their support for the Palestinian cause. Among them is former German professional footballer Mesut Ozil, known for his advocacy on social and humanitarian issues.
Taking to his social media account, Ozil, a vocal supporter of 'Free Palestine' for a significant period, condemned the recent attacks on innocent civilians, especially children, in the conflict-stricken region.
Amidst the ongoing turmoil, Ozil shared his anguish over the continuous bombardment, emphasizing the tragic loss of life and calling for an end to the conflict.
“Can there be any reason in this world to drop bombs every day, every hour on innocent human beings and especially on young children to kill them!? Definitely nooot!!! This is such a nightmare - Where is humanity, people? 💔🇵🇸 #FreePalestine” he wrote on his X account on Tuesday after Israel’s raid on Gaza hospital killed at least 500 people including children
On October 13, he posted a heartfelt message, stating, “Praying for humanity. 🤲🏼 Praying for peace. 🤲🏼🇵🇸 Innocent people and especially innocent kids are losing their lives in the war - on both sides. It's so heartbreaking & sad. 😥💔 PLEASE STOP THE WAR!!! ❌❌❌”
Can there be any reason in this world to drop bombs every day, every hour on innocent human beings and especially on young children to kill them!? Definitely nooot!!! This is such a nightmare - Where is humanity, people? 💔🇵🇸 #FreePalestine
— Mesut Özil (@M10) October 17, 2023
Praying for humanity. 🤲🏼 Praying for peace. 🤲🏼🇵🇸 Innocent people and especially innocent kids are losing their lives in the war - on both sides. It's so heartbreaking & sad. 😥💔 PLEASE STOP THE WAR!!! ❌❌❌ pic.twitter.com/20RwkU83pz
— Mesut Özil (@M10) October 13, 2023
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Minister Patil chairs industry meetings to chart growth for key sectors in Karnataka
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Minister M B Patil on Tuesday chaired meetings with industry representatives from the aerospace and defence, machine tools, auto/EV, and green energy sectors to discuss sector growth and government support measures.
The meetings were attended by leading industrialists and their representatives, with some participating virtually.
Speaking on the occasion, the minister for Large and Medium Industries said Karnataka is at the forefront of the country’s aerospace and defence sectors.
He noted that Suzuki and Toyota plan to launch aerial taxi services in Japan by 2028, with Bengaluru-based Sasmos supplying electrical equipment for the project.
Industrialists suggested introducing similar “fly-taxi” services in Karnataka through an appropriate policy, which Patil said would be examined seriously.
The minister highlighted the need to establish testing centres and Common Facility Centres for the aerospace and defence industries and assured that these facilities would be provided.
Suggestions were also made to prepare a comprehensive roadmap for sector growth.
Karnataka has urged the Central Government to approve Defence Corridor projects in the Bengaluru North–Kolar–Chikkaballapur and Dharawada–Vijayapura–Belagavi regions.
Industrialists also suggested a corridor between Bengaluru and Mysuru, Patil said.
He said Karnataka aims to become a hub for defence electronics manufacturing, with plans to establish a 200-acre Defence Electronics Park and a 100-acre Avionics and Sensor Park.
These projects will be implemented once the Special Investment Region is operational, and land availability will not be an issue.
On the machine tools sector, Patil said the industry has recorded an annual turnover of Rs 36,500 crore and is witnessing steady growth.
Large-scale exhibitions have increased demand, and the state must strengthen its capabilities to develop control systems for heavy machinery. One testing unit is already operational in Bengaluru, with another planned for Tumakuru. Expansion of vocational training institutes in industrial areas is also underway.
In the Auto and EV sector, Vision Group members highlighted the need for a network of dry ports and more EV charging stations across the state.
Patil noted that the Tata Group is manufacturing EV buses in Dharawada for nationwide supply. Plans for mini excavator production and export facilitation were also discussed, along with the establishment of a testing facility for two-wheeler EVs.
For the Green Energy sector, the group emphasised the need for a suitable policy on battery-based energy storage and the establishment of data centres.
Patil assured that the government will seriously consider all suggestions and respond positively.
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