Jul 17, 2023
"Our values and way of life will prevail – terrorism will not": 3 J&K government employees sacked for aiding Pakistani terrorists, Faheem Aslam, the PRO of Kashmir University, Murawath Hussain from the Revenue Department, and Police Constable Arshid Ahmad
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are witnessing a resolute fight against terrorism. In a significant move, the LG administration of Jammu Kashmir has terminated three government officials allegedly linked to terror outfits based in Pakistan. The sacked officials include Faheem Aslam, the PRO of Kashmir University, Murawath Hussain from the Revenue Department, and Police Constable Arshid Ahmad. The investigation found them involved in providing support to terrorists, propagating terror ideology, and raising funds for terrorist activities.
Jul 17, 2023
Captivating world of Warli art - an ancient tribal tradition of the organic colors, rich cultural heritage, and mesmerizing techniques from Mumbai that have preserved this unique folk art through generations, the timeless beauty with soaring global appeal
India is a land, rich with art, tradition and culture. Most people, especially those living in the rural sector of India, practically make a livelihood by practicing various forms of arts and crafts. Warli art is an ancient Indian folk art tradition of painting of a Maharashtrian tribe called Warli. Warli is the name of the biggest tribe found on the northern outskirts of Mumbai. The village painters express their skill through natural colours and geometrical hand painting with wooden stick.
Jul 17, 2023
"Basic tool for manipulation of reality is the manipulation of words": Prof Castellano blames the US and its unjust foreign policies for having provoked 9/11 horrors in the first place, not poor security but America’s “imperialist” policies accountable
WhenThe Professors was first published in February 2006, it was greeted by cries of outrage from the academic Left. The author was denounced as a reincarnation of Joseph McCarthy and his book as a “blacklist,” although no evidence existed to support either claim and both were the opposite of the truth.
Jul 16, 2023
"Research is creating new knowledge, without which there is no progress": National Research Foundation - a visionary initiative by the Indian govt aimed at centralizing funding for scientific & academic research with an ambitious target of ₹50,000 crore
The National Research Foundation (NRF), a central body that's been proposed to fund scientific and academic research, is planning to tap into Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds from private companies and public sector entities. They are projected to receive ₹50,000 crore over the next five years, a substantial chunk of which, around ₹36,000 crore, is expected from the private sector.
Jul 16, 2023
"There is no law except the law that there is no law": Samudrayaan with Matsya 6000 is set to unlock the ocean's enigmatic heart, heralding a new era in harnessing marine resources for a sustainable future symbolizing a big leap in deep-sea exploration
Enthusiasm and national pride are stirring as the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), situated in India, embarks on a remarkable quest to uncover the mysteries of the ocean depths. This project is referred to as 'Samudrayaan,' symbolizing 'Mission to the Ocean.' The thrilling journey is poised to make history by transporting three brave explorers to an extraordinary depth of 6000 metres under the sea. This venture into the abyss will be conducted in an Indian-made submersible craft named 'Matsya 6000.'
Jul 16, 2023
"Feel the mystic air around, Listen closely, and you'll hear its sound": Snake Shrine of Kavaledurga Fortress - Journey through the captivating realm of semi-divine Nagas and immerse in a rich cultural tapestry across South and Southeast Asian legends
The Malnad region of Karnataka has historically been a significant arena for numerous dynasties, their respective realms, and capitals throughout the post-medieval era. One can imagine how the towering hills, enclosed by almost insurmountable jungles, provided a safe and secluded space, making it an ideal location for erecting fortresses. Among these fortresses, one of particular prominence is the Kavaledurga Fortress, which harbors a mystic Nagadevathe or a snake shrine, traditionally believed to protect the palace treasures.
Jul 16, 2023
"Your sacred space is where you can find yourself again and again": Experience divine spirituality and history at Melukote's Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, the millennium-old Vishnu shrine during the divine rituals and captivating Vairamudi Festival
Nestled in the heartland of Mandya district in Karnataka, India, lies a divine place of worship named Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple. Also known by the moniker of Thirunarayanapura, this temple is perched upon rocky terrains, fondly called Yadugiri or Yadavagiri, which provide a magnificent overview of the verdant Kaveri valley. Lord Vishnu, a deity revered in various forms globally, finds a dedicated space here, making this temple an essential pilgrimage site for Vishnu followers. The temple is conveniently accessible, standing about 156 kilometers away from Bangalore and approximately 48 ki...
Jul 15, 2023
"A silent goodbye is the most deafening of all; its echoes resound in the heart forever": ‘My daughter was shot, disfigured with acid, thrown into a well’: girl's mother stood outside the mortuary of a hospital, unable to come to terms with what happened
A horrifying incident of violence and brutality has occurred in the Karauli district of Rajasthan, where a 19-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped, assaulted with acid and subsequently killed. This chilling event has provoked shock and outrage across the region and beyond. The young victim, a resident of Mohanpura village and under the jurisdiction of the Balghat police station, had her life violently taken away from her. After the horrifying act, her body was sent to the morgue at the district hospital in Hindaun to undergo a post-mortem examination.
Jul 15, 2023
Due to high public interest, the Law Commission has extended the Uniform Civil Code feedback deadline by two weeks, meanwhile, AIUDF leader Badruddin Ajmal misinterpreted the UCC, linking it to uniform attire and diet commenting 'sarees-for-all'
The Law Commission of India, a body entrusted with the task of conducting legal research and making recommendations for the reformation of the country's law, has announced the extension of the deadline for submitting comments, suggestions, and views on the much-discussed proposal of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). In a move to accommodate more views and create an inclusive environment, the time frame has been extended by two weeks.