Blackford Dolphin oil rig reaches Port Blair for offshore drilling deployment
Sri Vijaya Puram(Port Blair), Oct 09: The Blackford Dolphin, a massive oil rig, arrived at Port Blair today, towed by the anchor-handling vessel ALP Sweeper. Its arrival, which became visible early in the morning, drew large crowds to the seashore, eager to witness the towering structure’s approach.
Recently, Oil India Ltd. entered into a contract with Norway’s Dolphin Drilling Ltd. to lease the Blackford Dolphin for exploration in the Andaman offshore blocks, marking a significant step in the region’s energy exploration efforts.The rig is en route from Mauritius and is expected to be deployed for offshore drilling in the Andaman region.
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UP: Govt hospital staff booked for sexually assaulting woman in pretext of ultrasound test
Gorakhpur (PTI): A hospital employee was booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in the pretext of an ultrasound test here in the district women's hospital, police said on Saturday.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Gulriha area, visited the district women's hospital on Thursday morning for an ultrasound test.
She was directed to a room, where Abhimanyu Gupta was conducting ultrasounds. When her turn came, the accused allegedly stared at her and told her to remove all her clothes, claiming it was necessary for the test and that a massage would also be required, she said.
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The woman alleged that once she complied, the accused began making obscene advances and tried to force himself on her. When she screamed, he allegedly gagged her, abused her and threatened to kill her before pushing her out of the room.
She said her complaints within the hospital went unheard, forcing her to approach the police.
Taking cognisance of the complaint, the hospital administration constituted a three-member inquiry committee, officials said.
Senior consultant (paediatrics) Dr Jay Kumar said, "The woman has levelled serious allegations against a staff member. Senior officials have been informed, and a departmental inquiry is underway. Strict action will be taken if the charges are proved."
Kotwali Station House Officer Chatrapal Singh said a case has been registered, and efforts are on to nab the accused.
