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VOL 13 ISSUE 45 ● NEW YORK / DALLAS ● NOV 15 - 21, 2019 ● ENQUIRIES: 646-247-9458 www.theindianpanorama.news Terrorism results in $1-trillion Readers may please note that the weekly mailer is being loss to world economy: PM Modi discontinued. Instead, there BRASILIA (TIP): Terrorism has will be daily caused USD 1 trillion loss to the world updates of the economy, Prime Minister Narendra newspaper Modi said here on Thursday , November which 14 , as he addressed the 11th BRICS they may Summit, terming the scourge as the read at "biggest threat" to development, peace www.theindianpanorama.news and prosperity. Addressing the BRICS Plenary Session at the iconic Itamaraty Palace 5 wounded in in the presence of the Presidents of Brazil, China, Russia and South Africa, shooting at California Prime Minister Modi said terrorism has high school emerged as the biggest threat to the development, peace and prosperity. LOS ANGELES / NEW YORK "According to some estimates, the (TIP): At least five people were economic growth of developing nations wounded after a shooter opened fire at has decreased by 1.5 per cent due to BRICS LEADERS- Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and South African President a high school in Santa Clarita, terrorism," he said, adding that the Cyril Ramaphosa-pose for a group photo at the BRICS emerging economies summit in Brasilia California, a city north of Los Angeles, contd on Page 30 on Thursday, November 14, 2019. Photo / Courtesy PTI officials said. A suspect described as a male Asian in black clothing was still at large, the Santa Clarita Valley Assembly elections in J&K soon, Guru Nanak's principles more sheriff said on Twitter. "This is still a very active situation. says L-G Girish Chandra Murmu relevant today, say US lawmakers contd on Page 30 "There will be elections in this The event was also marked by an exhibition on the Union Territory (UT) life and teachings of the founder of Sikhism along soon, as it is a UT with two panel discussions. with legislature",J&K Prince Charles hails Lieutenant Governor WASHINGTON contribution of Sikhs in Girish Chandra (TIP): The Murmu said philosophy and November 14. File United Kingdom teachings of Guru Photo / Courtesy ANI Nanak echoed the JAMMU (TIP): Lieutenant Governor of the newly formed corridors of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, Girish Chandra US Capitol, Murmu, announced on Thursday, November 14 that the November 12, as legislative polls in the UT will be held at the earliest. The powerful Centre does not intend to govern J&K without an elected American legislature, he said, adding that the electorate would soon be lawmakers and voting to elect their representatives. "There will be elections in eminent Indian L to R: Senator Todd Young, Ambassador this Union Territory (UT) soon, as it is a UT with legislature," Americans Harsh Shringla and Representative Judy Chu Murmu said, falling short of specifying when the polls will be celebrated the scheduled. The electoral process, however, is expected to take 550th birth anniversary of the founder of Sikhism and time to initiate as new constituencies are likely to be drawn. underscored that his principles were more relevant today than Prince Charles visited Gurudwara Bangla Lt. Governor was speaking at the passing-out parade of the ever before. Republican Senator from Indiana Todd Young, Sahib, in New , on Wednesday, November 13 . Photo / Courtesy Tribune - 14th BRTC batch of constables at the Subsidiary Training who has introduced a resolution in the Senate on the occasion, Manas Ranjan Bhui Centre, Talwara, Reasi district. The legislative assembly of the said the Sikh-Americans had succeeded in making a profound erstwhile state of Jammu & Kashmir (which included Kargil impact across the US because they followed the teachings of (TIP): Britain's Prince and Ladakh) was suspended by the Governor in August, citing the first Sikh guru. "While radical for his day some 500 years Charles, who arrived on Wednesday, attempts of horse-trading being made by the regional parties to ago, the teachings of the first Sikh guru who we celebrate November 13 on a two-day official visit come to power. The last elected government was headed by PDP today were consistent with our nation's founding principles to India, contd on Page 30 chief Mehbooba Mufti contd on page 30 and teaching that everyone, contd on Page 13 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 2 GURU NANAK FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 In Celebration Of 550th Birth Anniversary Of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji The World Over Over 550 Native Trees and Shrubs for Coventry, UK in honor of Guru Nanak LONDON (TIP): More than 550 native trees and School says: "We passionately believe in fostering positive shrubs have been planted across Coventry to relationships with the local community, with an commemorate the 550th anniversary of Sikh founder emphasis on children to demonstrate respect, Guru Nanak. A tree planting ceremony took place on understanding and acceptance to all. "Collaborating and November 4 at Longford Park, Foleshill, to mark the working alongside the Sikh Union is a wonderful completion of the Guru Nanak Dev Ji Woodland. opportunity for the children to engage with the wider Five native trees and shrubs have been planted community, whilst understanding the significance of Sri throughout Coventry's parks and green spaces including Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 550th birth-anniversary."Our school Northern Red Oak, Acer, Hazel, Common Hawthorn and backs onto Longford Park and the project continues to be Crab Apple. Lord Mayor of Coventry, Linda Bigham and a unique opportunity to educate the children about their Jon Davis, Dynamic City Senior Producer Coventry City local surroundings, whilst developing a new woodland of Culture 2021 were on hand, along with Lady Godiva, area. "We hope that the morning will provide the children Pru Porretta and Sarah Pearson from the Woodland with an opportunity to discover, explore and conserve the Trust to plant commemorative statement trees donated wild space and we hope that this will encourage them to by the local community. Jon Davis and Palvinder Singh care for the spaces around them in the future." Chana, Chairman, Sikh Union, unveiled a special tree Linda Bigahm, Lord Mayor of Coventry says: "The plaque dedicated to Coventry being chosen as the third A tree planting ceremony took place on November 4 at growing of a woodland in Longford Park, began when our UK City of Culture 2021. Longford Park, Foleshill family noticed a faded plaque within some trees, with the Chenine Bhathena, Creative Director of Coventry City value to our streets and give us a place to relax and words, "Recognize all the human race as one" Guru of Culture Trust says: "Working with Coventry's active unwind. "They play a pivotal role in the fight against Gobind Singh Ji. "We went on to discover that three citizens and communities is a core part of our plans for climate change, cleaning our air, storing carbon and hundred trees had been planted in 1999 by Sikh staff at our year as UK City of Culture in 2021, and the impact producing oxygen, and that's why we need them like Marconi as a contribution to the Millennium Forest that this project continues to have highlights the power of never before. "We hope as many people as possible will "From these humble beginnings, a unique partnership collaborative action across this city. "Coventry City of follow the example of the local community, plant trees has developed between the Friends of Longford Park, the Culture Trust is delighted to have a tree planted in our and dig in for all our futures." Sikh Union, local school children, and they City Council's honor. We're committed to creating projects in 2021 that Palvinder Singh Chana, Chairman, Sikh Union Park Wardens. "The last few years has seen the planting celebrate and improve the city's biodiversity and offer Coventry says: "Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first of a community orchard and 1500 new trees with under residents opportunities to get outside and reconnect with embodiment of Divine Light in the Sikh religion, laid planting. This will now be added to by another 550 trees our beautiful green spaces and wildlife. "We plan to be the the foundation for our sacred vision for the this year to celebrate the 550th birth anniversary of Sri most sustainable year of culture and offset our carbon environment stated: 'Air is our Guru, water is our Guru Nanak Dev Ji." footprint wherever possible. We look forward to father, the earth is our mother. They give us life, we Inspirational prayers-initiated proceedings, along with continuing to work with the Sikh community in the run sleep in their laps night and day, in which the entire dignitaries from local churches, Mandhirs (Hindu up to, during, and after 2021." world plays.' (Guru Granth Sahib p.8)* "We honor this Temples) and Gurudwaras. Hundreds of pupils from John Tucker, Director of Woodland Outreach at the wisdom by believing that all humans have an intrinsic Longford Park, Grange Hurst and Joseph Cash Primary Woodland Trust, says: "The Woodland Trust is delighted sensitivity to the natural world, and that a sustainable, Schools also helped to plant the saplings. The event was to be working with the Sikh community in Coventry to more just society is possible, where water, air, land, planned in conjunction with Coventry council and the get so many trees in the ground. "Trees play a vital role in forests, and biodiversity remain vibrant, living systems Park Service Rangers, the Sikh Union, along with The our lives. They provide shelter and shade, protect our for our generation and future generations." Friends of Longford Park, and a team of dedicated soils, filtrate our water, provide a home for wildlife, add Jen Goode, Deputy Head, Longford Park Primary volunteers. Diamond Toons Brings Comics on Life of Guru Nanak NEW YORK (TIP): On the eve of effectively communicates the message unaware of. Diamond Toons attempts 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak through pictures. This comic format to pass this rich legacy and teachings Dev Ji, Diamond Toons brings an effectively talks to active minds, quick of the religion to our younger interactive 'talking comics' to educate learners and is an intelligent quick generation. We will be coming out with children about his legacy, divinity and connect to consumers. It is specially more such illustrative books through teachings. The comic aims at making designed for adults and children in 14 series called Celebrating India that kids aware of the teachings of Sikh different languages to make the will chronicle the lives/memoirs and culture and its rich heritage. The process of learning easy, interesting teachings of the enlightened spiritual comic will be published in , and creative. gurus of India. English and Punjabi language. On the launch of the comic, Talking comics has been proven as The comic book has been made in Diamond Toons director Manish the most successful and trusted the guidance of experts and is a part of Verma said, "India showcases medium to spread knowledge and the talking comic book series incredible glimpses of intriguing and infuse behavioral change among kids Celebrating India that will extensively colorful shades of its rich cultural and adults. Diamond Toons has cover the rich cultural heritage of heritage. It boasts the title of 'land of already done similar successful India including our festivals, religions festivals' along with innumerable projects with Google, Swachh Bharat, The comic will be published in Hindi, English and Punjabi language. and spiritual gurus. saints and sages who have walked Ministry of Tourism Telangana for Talking comics - a concept created their journey of life here. Sikhism is Bathukamma festival, Ministry of by Diamond Toons is a unique way to the youngest religion but has a lot of Uttar Pradesh for Kumbh, Washington interact with kids and adults as it faiths and beliefs which we are Apples and others. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 NY/NJ/CT 3 NY/NJ/CT Celebrate Guru Nanak’s 550th Birth Anniversary with Fervor

Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin, India's Permanent Syed Akbaruddin serving langar at the PMI A view of the gathering at the PMI Representative to the United Nations paying tribute to Shri Photo / Mohammed Jaffer-SnapsIndia Photo / Mohammed Jaffer-SnapsIndia Guru Nanak Dev Ji at Permanent Mission of India, November 12 Guru Nanak Dev Ji. ICICI bank; Tajinder Singh, Publisher of Maha Photo / Mohammed Jaffer-SnapsIndia Ambassador Sandeep Chakravorty, Consul Punjab Newspaper and Atma Singh, Member of NEW YORK (TIP): The tri -states of New York, General, inaugurated a Photo-exhibition on Life & Indian Community participated in the round table New Jersey and Connecticut celebrated 550th Birth Philosophy of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Consul discussion and shared their views on the practical Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev ji with great General spoke about relevance of the message and aspects of the teachings of Guru Nanak Devji. respect and enthusiasm. philosophy of Guru Nanak Devji and significant of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy participated The Permanent Mission of India in New York Sangat and Pangat tradition which were started by in a 550th birth anniversary celebration of Guru celebrated 550ht birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Guru Nanak Devji. Nanak Dev Ji Nov 12 at Gurdwara Dashmesh on 12th Nov 2019. Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin A large number of members of Indian diaspora Darbar in Port Reading. delivered the message of peace on the auspicious and friends of India attended the event. Consulate "550 years ago, Guru Nanak inspired a new faith occasion of 550th Gurpurab. Later he served also organized a Panel Discussion on "Contribution based on promoting unity, serving our Langer. of Sikhs in America". communities, and ensuring social justice. Honored The Consulate General of India, New York also Mandeep Singh, Managing Director, Geocom to celebrate this anniversary today at Gurdwara hosted an event on Tuesday, November 12 to Capital; Ravi Batra, Attorney;Karambir Kang, Dashmesh Darbar in Port Reading with members of commemorate 550th birth Anniversary of Shri TajHotels; Akashdeep Singh Sarpal, Country Head our diverse NJ Sikh community", he tweeted.

Consul General of India in New York Sandeep Chakravorty (extreme right) , Mandeep Singh (second from right) and eminent attorney Ravi Batra (second from left) at the celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 550th birth A view of the photo exhibition on Guru Nanak Dev Ji at the Indian Consulate anniversary at the Indian Consulate November 12 November 12.

"Happy #Gurpurab to Sikh communities in NJ & around the world celebrating the 550th birthday of Guru Nanak - a leading light not just for Sikhs, but for people of all religions. May his life & his message continue to guide us all down the path of peace & equality", the Governor tweeted earlier.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy with Sikh community leaders at Gurdwara Dashmesh Darbar in Port Reading, November 12 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 4 INDIANS ABROAD FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Indian American Durga Agrawal Appointed to Indian Americans' Contribution for University of Houston System Board of Regents Promotion of Tamil at Stony Brook Durga D. NEW YORK(TIP): "The Future of Agrawal is Tamil Studies" was the topic of a two- the day symposium recently held by the founding president of College of Arts and Sciences at Stony the IACCGH Brook University that culminated with and India the launch of a search for an endowed House, Inc. professor in Tamil. Featuring scholars and experts in practice, language, history and culture from around the world, the interdisciplinary symposium offered an in-depth discussion of how studying the ancient yet still relevant Tamil language and its art and literature offers scholars insights into AUSTIN, TX (TIP): Texas humankind's earliest worldview, Governor Greg Abbott has providing context for our life today and reappointed Durga Agrawal, Ph.D. to our collective, global future. the University of Houston (UH) Made possible through The System Board of Regents for terms Anandavalli and Dr. G. Swaminathan set to expire August 31, 2025. Endowed Research Professorship in Durga Agrawalof Houston is the Tamil Fund - generously established by president and CEO of Piping Dr. Bala and Prabha Swaminathan in Technology and Products. He honor of Bala's mother and father - the CAS Interim Dean Nicole Sampson with Bala and Prabha Swaminathan currently serves as the chair of the symposium opened with a local group of performance with social analysis, micro- collaborations. The professorship UH System Board of Regents Tamil drummers, followed by a preview economic sustainability, self-esteem and aligns with the forthcoming Endowment Committee. He is a film screening of Sakthi Vibrations, an community development. Globalization Studies and International member of the National Society of ethnomusicological documentary Creating the Anandavalli and Dr. G. Relations BA launching in Fall 2020, Professional Engineers, Texas produced and directed by Zoe Sherinian, Swaminathan Endowed Research designed to educate leaders in Society of Professional Engineers, University of Oklahoma. The Professorship in Tamil at SBU was a globalization issues, international and the Expansion Joint participatory ethnomusicological natural step in the Swaminthians' quest service, diplomacy and activism. The Manufacturers Association documentary, which will debut at the to help sustain the Tamil language and program will also prepare students to Management Committee and a Sundance Film Festival in January 2020, culture; they purposefully established pursue graduate study in a wide variety former member of the Industry reveals and analyzes Sakthi's the professorship in the College of Arts of fields, from diplomacy and Trade Advisory Committee and the outstanding model for Dalit women's and Sciences to leverage consulting to research journalism and Texas Higher Education development that integrates folk arts interdisciplinary, scholarly research social entrepreneurship. Coordinating Board. Additionally, he is member of the UH Engineering Indian American MIT Leadership Board, UH Advisory Indian Nita Ambani Becomes First Board, and India House, Inc. He also Economist's Endeavor serves as an advisor and past president of the Indo-American Indian Elected to Board of MET Museum for More Efficient Chamber of Commerce of Greater Nita Ambani, Kidney-Donation System Houston, director for the Agrawal Daniel Brodsky, Association of America, and as a Chairman of volunteer for the M.D. Anderson the Board, Agarwal joined Board of Visitors. Daniel Weiss, the MIT faculty in President & 2014 and began Durga D. Agrawal is the founding CEO, and Max publishing papers president of the IACCGH and India Hollein, on a range of House, Inc. He also serves on the Director, on the topics Board of Directors of Friedman occasion of Ambani's Industries. election to the Dr. Agrawal was selected as the 2001 Board of U.S. Small Businessperson of the Trustees BOSTON (TIP): For Optimizing Year for the State of Texas by the U.S. kidney donation, MIT economist Nikhil Small Business Administration; Agarwal analyzes the efficiency of chosen as the Entrepreneur of the markets that match suppliers and Year by the Asian Chamber of NEW YORK (TIP): Educationist, since 2016, beginning with the exhibition consumers but don't use prices. In the Commerce of Houston in 2006; and philanthropist, and businesswoman Nita Nasreen Mohamedi. That presentation last year, a new method he and some awarded the Texas Industrial Ambani has been named an Honorary was the first museum retrospective of colleagues formulated for a more Engineering Lifetime Achievement Trustee of The Metropolitan Museum of the artist's work in the United States and efficient kidney-donation system has Award in 2010. He is a member of the Art, as was announced Nov 12 by Daniel was also one of The Met Breuer's been approved for implementation by University of Houston's Industrial Brodsky, the Museum's Chairman. Mrs. inaugural exhibitions. In 2017, the the Alliance for Paired Donation, the Engineering Advisory Board and Ambani's election took place at the Reliance Foundation committed to second-largest platform for such Cullen College of Engineering November 12 meeting of the Board. support exhibitions that explore and transplants in the U.S. Currently there Leadership Board. Dr. Agrawal was Mr. Brodsky commented: "Mrs. celebrate the arts of India. The first are about 800 kidney exchange also appointed to the Texas Higher Ambani's commitment to The Met and to exhibition to benefit from this gift was transplants in the U.S. annually; by Education Coordinating Board by preserving and promoting India's art Modernism on the Ganges: Raghubir Agarwal's estimation, a more efficient Governor Rick Perry in August of and culture is truly exceptional. Her Singh Photographs (October 11, 2017- exchange market could increase that 2009. support has an enormous impact on the January 2, 2018), followed by number by 30 to 60 percent. In a series of Dr. Agrawal received a Bachelor's Museum's ability to study and display Phenomenal Nature: Mrinalini papers examining the inefficiencies of degree in Mechanical Engineering art from every corner of the world. It is a Mukherjee (June 4-September 29, 2019), kidney transplant systems in the U.S., from the University of Delhi, India, pleasure to welcome Nita Ambani to the which marked the first comprehensive Agarwal and a variety of co-authors and Master's and Doctorate degree in Board." Nita Ambani is the Founder and display of Mukherjee's work in the looked at the numbers and came back Industrial Engineering from the Chairperson of the Reliance United States. with solutions. University of Houston. Foundation, an Indian philanthropic (Read full story on (Read full story on organization that has supported The Met www.theindianpanorama.news) www.theindianpanorama.news) THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 ADVERTISEMENT 5 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 6 GURU NANAK FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 In Celebration Of 550th Birth Anniversary Of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji The World Over Guru Nanak Chair to be hosted at University of Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM (TIP): The University of Excellence Framework (REF) exercise, in Birmingham will host a prestigious 2014. academic Chair to promote research into University of Birmingham Chancellor the life and philosophy of Sri Guru Nanak Lord Bilimoria of Chelsea commented: Dev Ji, the revered first Sikh Guru. "The Indian Government's decision that the Union Minister of India, Shri Hardeep University of Birmingham should host this Singh Puri announced this project during high-profile Chair is testament to our long- the University of Birmingham India standing and ever-deepening relationship Institute's Annual Guest Lecture, when he with India and its people. spoke on 'The contemporary relevance of "We are proud of our education and Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji's message of inter- research links with India, particularly in faith harmony'. those fields that resonate with the teachings The search now begins to find an of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. We believe this academic expert to hold the Sri Guru Nanak Chair will help further deepen and Dev Ji Chair and work closely with relevant strengthen links between our academic parts of the University, including the community and the Indian diaspora." Edward Cadbury Centre for the Public Picture caption -Union Minister of India, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri and Consul General of India in The University of Birmingham Understanding of Religion, and the Jubilee Birmingham, Dr. Aman Puri with a portrait of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. specializes particularly in the field of Centre for Character and Virtues. interreligious relations, religion and Working with the University's India The University's relationship with India "This is a great opportunity for that development, religion and politics, and Office, in New Delhi, the Chair will engage is a long one, beginning in 1909 with the first eternal message of the revered first Sikh religion and peacebuilding, and has hosted with partners and communities in India to cohort of Indian students arriving in Guru to be shared with the British a UNESCO Chair in Interfaith Studies and a create fellowships in peacebuilding, inter- Birmingham to study for degrees in Mining community, and the larger world Chair in Interreligious Relations. faith understanding and community and Commerce. Since then, the University community," she said. Professor Robin Mason, Pro-Vice- cohesion - reflecting the three core values of has provided education to around 2,000 Consul General of India in Birmingham, Chancellor (International) at the University Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. outstanding Indian students. Dr. Aman Puri commented: "I am delighted of Birmingham, said: "We're delighted to They will also seek major funding Birmingham was the first UK university that the University of Birmingham has welcome Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to opportunities to advance research into the to establish a lectureship in Sikh Studies partnered on this prestigious academic the University of Birmingham and honored Guru's life and teaching. Minister Hardeep and is the only Russell Group university to Chair, as its India Institute is playing such that the University of Birmingham has Singh Puri commented: "The University of have a programme (MSc in Sikh Studies) in an important role in improving been chosen to host this prestigious Chair. I Birmingham is most suitable for the Chair this field. Given its rich history and collaboration between India and the UK. would like to extend my gratitude to the given the strength of its academic offering, connections to India, the University "Future research by this Chair will help British-Indian community, who is its close connections to the vibrant Sikh launched its India Institute in 2018. further understand the contemporary supporting this project and helping the community, the larger British Indian High Commissioner of India to UK, Mrs. relevance of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji's University in its civic mission. community of the UK, and its history and Ruchi Ghanashyam, congratulated the teachings." "As a civic university with a global continuing commitment to India. British-Indian community for its The University of Birmingham is among outlook, we will use this honor wisely to "Equally, the City of Birmingham, in the partnership on various projects to celebrate the global Top 100 universities, and founder strengthen and deepen international heart of the United Kingdom, with its rich the auspicious occasion of 550th birth member of the elite Russell Group of understanding of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji's and diverse religious heritage, and its anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, research-intensive universities. Its message of inter-faith harmony - teachings diverse population, is an ideal place for the whose life and teachings inspire Indians Department of Theology was ranked which remain relevant to today's complex Chair to be located." belonging to all faiths across the globe. second in the UK in the last Research and fragmented world." Exhibition of miniature In the Footsteps of Guru Nanak in the Land of Nanak: A paintings on Guru Nanak Pilgrimage and Journey of Self-Discovery by a Pakistani Dev underway NEW YORK (TIP): 'In the Footsteps of & love. Guru Mukhi the holy scripture of the in Delhi Guru Nanak in the Land of Nanak' a GuruGranth Sahib is the only Panjabi script. Documentary filmdirected By Pakistani The land of the five rivers-Punjab is the NEW DELHI (TIP): filmmaker Nilofer Afridi Qazi was screened at holiest land-sacred to the followers of Guru An exhibition of The Sikh International Film Festival Nanak. To understand the largest part of miniature paintings SATURDAY, November 9th at the Paley Center Pakistan means we must understand and titled "Guru Nanak Dev for Media in New York City. embrace Nanak" Nilofer, a resident of Ji ki Janamsakhi" got Guru Nanak was born in a small village, in Islamabad, Pakistan wrote on her Facebook underway in New Delhi Rai Bhoi Di Talwandi, in Punjab, in 1469 and page. November 7. left his worldly remains in 1539 in Kartarpur. "I explore in his footsteps, traveling through It is a series of 100 Born in a middle-class family he was sensitive Punjab from where he took his first breath paintings depicting to the injustices around him the caste/caste- weaving through the Hamlets towns and now various stages of Guru dividing people. His life experiences soon led cities until his last abode on earth; what he Nanak Dev Ji's life. The to a spiritual path a journey which took him said, demonstrated, share food recipes and exhibition is a private all over what we call Pakistan, and the world Nilofer Afridi Qazi culinary culture reflecting the ethos of Guru collection of a family afar, spreading his message of humanity and traveled through 10 jee. I traveled through 10 cities across Punjab based in Jammu. gently questioning the norms and rituals of cities across Punjab and many more spaces where Guru Nanak Indira Gandhi the powerful (especially the priests…both and many more visited. Today there are over 27 million Sikhs spaces where Guru National Centre for the Muslim and Hindu). He expressed his Nanak visited in the world, above the labels of an organized Arts has funded the powerful simple egalitarian beliefs through religion, Guru Nanak rejected labels, castes, framing of paintings poetry and music, similar to the sages and particular, we remember and honor a Saint class or distinctions of any kind..... he was whose painter remains saints of the past. who was born and bred from our soil. Born pure humanity", she further wrote. unknown. "Remembering Guru Nanak is important and bred from the land of the five rivers, Guru For Nilofer Afridi Qazi this is a pilgrimage for many reasons, but for Pakistanis, in Nanak embodies the values of tolerance peace and journey of self-discovery as a Pakistani. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 NY/NJ/CT 7 Ekal Vidyalaya Makes History - Reaches 100,000-Schools Milestone

Gandhi Peace Prize received by Ekal from PM Modi and Mohan Wanchoo who chaired the event and was the biggest Vivek Oberoi- Keynote Speaker President Ram Kovind is displayed donor of the evening is addressing the gathering, with wife and daughter in attendance PRAKASH WAGHMARE, "EVF" transition into anation buildingmovement. Vivek NEW YORK CITY (TIP): November 9, 2019 will Oberoi completely stole the show with his pledge to put remain as the historic day in the annals of "Ekal all his entrepreneur might behind rural issues and Vidyalaya Foundation (EVF)". On this day, in star- spearhead small-scale solar power solutions for energy studded, glamour filled"Future of India" Gala in New requirements of villages. He said," I have already York City,Ekal reached 100,000 school milestones received a commitment of over half a million dollars for within minutes of its beginning. Going into the 'Gala', such initiative". At the conclusion of his captivating Ekal had 99,200 schools and so the evening was full of speech, he applauded Ekal getting Iconic "Gandhi Peace anticipatedexcitement to ring the bell for magical Prize" from the government of India for its social work 100,000-school landmark. Assoon as 'Mohan Wanchoo', in rural-tribal areas with gender equality. This award, took the reins of the evening as the chairperson of the which is given to only one organization each year was gala, he took everyone by surprise with histrailblazing recently bestowed on 'Ekal Abhiyan' by Hon PM Modi announcement. He pledged $1 Million over the period and President Ram Kovind. For the benefit of people of 5 years patching, with immediate effect, assembled, the 'Peace Prize' itself was ushered on the shortfallamount for 800-schoolsto reach themagical stage by a select group of people and presented to the figure of 100,000-schools.These additional schools will gathering by Prakash Waghmare, amember of PR At the event, from L to R: Rakesh Shreedhar, Suresh Iyer, Raju be established shortly and will benefit 25,000 children national committee and Suresh Iyer, President of Ekal- Reddy, Pradeep Goyal, Vivek Oberoi, Sandeep Chakravorty, bringing annual literacy total to 2.7 Million children. USA. There was a brief panel discussion also moderated Ragy Thomas, Ranjani Saigal Mohan Wanchoo's pronouncement was not only by 'Amrita Saigal', a young entrepreneur to highlight celebrated with thunderous applause and sparkling various aspects of Ekal that appeal to the Donors. Ragy 'Gramothan Resource Ctr'; Adish & Asha Jain and 'fireworks', but it also set in motion exuberant outpour Thomas pledged strong support to education and Vandana & Vivek Sharma for corroborating in integral of generosity, for the rest of the evening. By the end of pledged $100,000 to accelerate its pace. Raju Reddy, village development; Subra & Anu Dravida for the evening $3.1Million were raised. This was in partnering with Ekal expressed desire to bring promoting digital literacy through 'Ekal-on-Wheel' addition to Los Angeles Gala were $2 Million were transformation to rural Telangana. 'Sarva Mangal project.'Perfection of Man Foundation' made raised. Family Trust' and 'Keshap Group' confirmed to match significant announcement at the end of the evening to This year,NYC magnificent Gala was hosted at technological intervention in education in 'digital- support planting of 1 Million trees in Ekal villages. lavishly decorated majestic 'Gotham Hall' and was tablets' format. A momentous turn occurred when 13-yr Pradeep Goyal, Chairman of 'Ekal Abhiyan Trust' and attended by the elite of the society and Ekal's dedicated 'Riya' donated $1000 from a fund-raiser she had at her S.K. Jindal, a Trustee had specially flown from India to supporters. Although rooted in literacy, Ekal has home. Vivek Oberoi was so touched by this that he grace this occasion and to boost the morale of everyone blossomed into empowerment of rural-tribal folks appealed to the gathering to match her cute gesture and to make gala a grand success. No gala is complete across India. The evening's keynote speaker and star- the gathering responded by additional $30,000. Several without the musical treat and this was no exception. To attraction was celebrity and philanthropist dignitaries were honored, including India Consul preserve the upbeat nature of the Gala's success, 'Vivek Oberoi'. In addition, distinguished speakers General of New York, Sandeep Chakravorty and New Bollywood singer Shibani Kashyap kept the crowd included 'Raju Reddy', a successful entrepreneur whose York Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney. sizzling with her singing and enticed them to dance to company was acquired by Hitachi, and 'Ragy Thomas', Ekal also recognized several supporters for their her tunes. Unlike most of such events, the remarkable leading social-media management & marketing distinctive projects. Among them were Dr Kavita thing about this event was the participation of young enterprise. 'Ranjani Saigal', the Executive Director of Navani of 'Sankalp' for aiding 625 Ekal schools; professional in large number. This is an indication that Ekal, traced 32-year history of the Ekal, including its Himanshu Shah of 'Shah Capital' for supporting Ekal's future is on rock-solid foundation. Indian American Con Artist Sentenced Fund-Raising Event Held in NJ to to Prison for Defrauding Brokers Benefit Rural Areas of India TRENTON , NJ (TIP): A New Jersey man of Indian origin FORDS, NJ (TIP): A fund-raising for was sentenced to prison last month for orchestrating an Trinetra Medical Institute USA, Inc. and elaborate shipping scam by which he defrauded five freight SGML eye hospital in rural area of brokers out of $2.6 million. The defendant fled the country Madhya Pradesh, India to benefit and was a fugitive for eight years after being indicted in 2011, underserved population was successfully but he returned in July 2019 and surrendered to the Division organized on November 10, 2019, at Royal of Criminal Justice. Albert's Palace in Fords, NJ; A musical Rajendra Patel, 62, who previously resided in Jersey City, evening of Ohmkara's "Sunheri Yaadein" N.J., was sentenced seven years in state prison by Superior with Gala Dinner was applauded and Court Judge Mitzy Galis-Menendez in Hudson County. Patel supported by local community.The vision pleaded guilty on Aug. 9, 2019 to second-degree theft by of SGML is to create excellent and deception. He must pay full restitution to the victims. equitable eye care systems that are easily Rajendra Patel, 62, who Deputy Attorney General Thomas Huynh prosecuted the adaptable and within reach of the needy The SGML Team previously resided in case and handled the sentencing for the Division of Criminal and underserved and underprivileged individuals. Trinetra Medical Institute of USA, Inc. Jersey City, N.J., was Justice Financial & Cyber Crimes Bureau. is a non-profit organization who is helping to build this hospital to reduce disparity of eye sentenced seven years in state prison (Read full story on www.theindianpanorama.news) care between rich and poor. (Read full story on www.theindianpanorama.news) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 8 EDITORIAL FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 AS I SEE IT Nehruvian consensus under siege By Bhupesh Baghel Jawaharlal Nehru's stature and moral authority, now under attack, were the guarantors for modern India's social contract he mention of Jawaharlal Nehru evokes strange violence. reactions these days, but for Congressmen such as In his last will (June 1954), Nehru invokes the Ganga, Tme it is a matter of faith and symbolic of all that we calling her the 'river of India'. He further writes, "Smiling hold dear to our hearts. He was the closest we could and dancing in the morning sunlight, and dark and imagine of reaching our leader Gandhiji and, therefore, gloomy and full of mystery as evening shadows fall; a was the manifestation of the unmanifested. As his heir narrow, slow and graceful stream in winter, and a vast Nehru taught us, the post-Independence generation, both roaring thing during monsoon, broad-bosomed almost as the ideas and their praxis, of the values of the national the sea, and with something of the sea's power to destroy, movement. Summable as the constitutional values, we the Ganga has been to me a symbol and a memory of the know of them as Nehruvian values, which he called Indian past of India, running into the present, and flowing on to or Gandhian philosophy. the great ocean of the future." A frame under strain The power of science We have grown up under a huge pantheon (both The firmly secure culturalist was also a radical religious and historical) which has inculcated in us a Gandhi, the man who brought freedom , and Nehru , the progressive and the greatest champion of science and tolerance and receptivity of/for a multitude of architect of free India. scientific temper. Ever since setting up the National perspectives, and an anticipation of newer ones. Today as Planning Committee in 1938 along with Netaji Subhas we live through an intolerant regime and discourse, I "When I am gone, he will do what I am doing now." Chandra Bose, he had developed a deep longing for science realize what its absence leads to. The frantic attempt to Yes, Gandhiji died fighting the communal mania and and its use to solve national problems. He started attending appropriate some and deride others from ours is resultant Panditji continued the fight constitutionally when on almost all the annual sessions of the Indian Science of their inner emptiness. April 13, 1948, the Constituent Assembly adopted a Congress. He believed that inculcating a scientific temper Today the values of our national movement, duly resolution that "for the proper functioning of democracy, was the greatest challenge faced by man, individually and canonized as the Constitution, are being threatened not and the growth of national unity and solidarity... no collectively. We still see Prime Ministers addressing the only by a spiteful government but also through a communal organization should be permitted to engage in sessions of the Indian Science Congress, but talking of majoritarian discourse and its progeny; a mob any of the activities other than those essential for the plastic surgery of lord Ganesha. Not surprisingly Nehru is emboldened to declare itself the nation and law. Our bonafide religious, cultural, social and educational needs still the most vilified leader in the country because his institutions are under severe stress mainly because there of the community." name is synonymous with what is called the 'Idea of India', is an apprehension that the Constitution may not be able to Seen together with the conditions Sardar Patel had for his stature and moral authority were the guarantors protect them from this onslaught. Yet we need to look back before lifting the ban on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak for modern India's social contract. It has since been rightly and see how in far more difficult times our leadership had Sangh, we can say that he was just implementing the called the 'Nehruvian Consensus'. Till this legitimizing held on to their values; yes, we miss them today. mandate of the Constituent Assembly and that what we presence of Nehru's legacy pervades, the reactionary and Continuing the fight are witnessing today is a betrayal of the Constitution. He revisionist discourse can never gain any foothold in the had said in 1933 that the communalism of the majority country. Therefore, the worst of the propaganda I recall how Panditji and Sardar Patel missed Gandhiji resembles nationalism. But the test of its true nature is its machinery is deployed on a leader who has been dead for in those difficult times. In a letter in 1950 to K.G. relation to the national struggle, and also that laying stress 55 years. Mashruwala talking of the problems emanating from East on communal problems instead of national ones is The internationalist 'Messenger of Peace', who was Pakistan and West Bengal, Panditji says that " merely to obviously anti-national. These are the two litmus tests we often the last hope of the world when all machinations had preach goodwill irritates people when they are excited. need to always remember and they remove any iota of failed and peace looked fragile, was both a recognition of Bapu might have done it, but we are too small for this kind doubt about the nature of nationalism being put forth by India as well as the heir of Gandhi. This was evident in of thing." But his faith in the people of this country and the current regime. U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower's letter to Panditji their values helped him tide over such tragedies. He This came from a person deeply rooted and secure in the (April 30, 1958) telling him not to retire as the world needed proudly declared that the revered 'Bharat Mata' was none knowledge and practice of his culture and traditions. His him. He knew that great fame awaited him but was ready other than the teeming millions populating this land. It writings, especially The Discovery of India, is a reflection for its travails. In 1937, he reminded himself through his was the same belief that Gandhiji had in the poor and of his efforts at forging a relation of both transcendence article "We want no Caesars". But how prophetic his words illiterate masses in this country, who held on to their and immanence with his nation and culture. His prove today when he said, "He might still use the language civilizational values of truth, non-violence and tolerance. conviction in the enlightened middle path of the Buddha and slogans of democracy and socialism, but we all know This is what led Gandhiji to pronounce him his inheritor, was reflected in both Non-alignment and the Panchsheel, how fascism has fattened on this language and then cast it and at a session where he had passed a resolution as well as his faith in a mixed economy.Not to forget were away as useless lumber." questioning 'doctrinaire nonviolence'; Gandhiji declared, his reaffirmation of the Buddha's and Gandhiji's non- (The author is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh) GUEST COMMENT Open, all the same: On CJI office and RTI Act With the CJI under the RTI Act, there will be greater transparency Bench of the Supreme Court that the RTI Act was not absolute and this had to is a strong weapon that enhances by public authorities office of the Chief Justice of India is a be balanced with the right of privacy of accountability, citizen activism and, "public authority" under the RTI Act, as judges. But the key takeaway from the consequently, participative democracy, he adage, "sunlight is the best much as the apex court itself, now judgment is that disclosure of details of even if its implementation has come disinfectant" is often used to enables the disclosure of information serving judges' personal assets was not a under strain in recent years due mainly Tdelineate the need for disclosure of such as the judges' personal assets. The violation of their right to privacy. to the Central government's apathy and matters related to public interest judgment's majority opinion, written by The main opinion also argued that disregard for the nuts and bolts of the through the Right to Information Justice Sanjiv Khanna, emphasized the information related to issues such as Act. Yet, despite this, the Supreme Court mechanism. The declaration of assets by need for transparency and judicial appointments will also be judgment paves the way for greater ministers and legislators, besides accountability and that "disclosure is a subject to the test of public interest and transparency and could now impinge electoral candidates, has gone a long way facet of public interest". In concurring procedures mandated in the RTI Act that upon issues such as disclosure, under in shedding light on public authorities opinions, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud specify that views of third parties (in the RTI Act, by other institutions such as and provided the citizenry more relevant asserted that judicial independence was this case, judges) must be sought. While registered political parties. This is vital information about their representatives. not secured by secrecy while Justice N.V. laying out the importance of the as political party financing is a murky Yet, judges of the Supreme Court had Ramana argued for the need of a proper assessment of public interest in any RTI area today, marked by opacity and hitherto refused to share information on calibration of transparency in light of query besides bringing the office of the exacerbated by the issue of electoral their personal assets, citing the express the importance of judicial CJI under the purview of the Act, the bonds, precluding citizens from being lack of public interest. The welcome independence. The Bench unanimously decision has gone on to uphold the Delhi fully informed on sources of party ruling by a five-member Constitution argued that the right to know under the High Court verdict in 2010. The RTI Act incomes. (The Hindu) THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 PERSPECTIVE 9 THE WAY AROUND CHINA India is moving ahead more successfully to balance power but must focus on economy

PM Modi with ASEAN leaders By G Parthasarathy

We have ignored the spiritual strength of shared beliefs in Buddhism, to welcome Buddhist pilgrims and visitors from our eastern neighborhood. There he ASEAN Summit in Bangkok disputed island to Bangladesh. Japan and ASEAN members were keen on finding posed new economic and strategic India are on the same page on the issue. ways to ensure that India remained are 460 million Tchallenges for India. The These differences between a actively involved in the region challenges posed by China, from the days hegemonic China and India are bound to diplomatically, economically and Buddhists across India sought ASEAN membership, continue. China has become unusually militarily. New Delhi will now have to continue. Chinese opposition to India's aggressive with India on a number of more actively take measures to ensure and beyond our admission, and then to ensure that India issues after the scrapping of Article 370. that the country becomes more remained marginalized in ASEAN, China had taken the position that the competitive economically in the region eastern land and failed. India soon secured membership as J&K issue has to be resolved bilaterally and globally too. a full-dialogue partner of the then fast- between India and Pakistan, ever since India has used conventional measures maritime frontiers. growing economies of ASEAN. Virtually the visit of then Chinese President Jiang like trade, investment and cultural all members have found Indian Zemin to Pakistan and India in 1996. The exchanges for promoting friendship in its The Buddhist participation constructive. Within a few Chinese position changed drastically Act East policies. It has, however, ignored years, an assertive China resorted to when Beijing went out of its way to back using the most significant asset it has, to population of China coercion to enforce its untenable Pakistan's stand in international forums. promote its ties not just with ASEAN, but maritime border claims. Beijing often India has retaliated by publicly referring with others like Japan and South Korea. alone is estimated at militarily seized, or threatened to seize, to the disputed border area of Aksai Chin We have overlooked our immense small islands within the maritime as a part of the UT of Ladakh. tourism potential. India is not perceived around 244 million. frontiers of neighboring countries, Interestingly, this claim, which was as 'tourism friendly'. We have ignored the including ASEAN members. supported by the Buddhist majority of spiritual strength of shared beliefs in Japan, Thailand, China has resorted to such aggressive Ladakh, caused consternation there. Buddhism, to welcome Buddhist pilgrims behavior with South Korea, Japan, There are sound economic reasons for and visitors from our eastern Myanmar, Vietnam, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, India's reservations to join the proposed neighborhood. There are 460 million Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. It has Regional Asian Free Trade Agreement Buddhists across and beyond our eastern Myanmar, Sri Lanka ignored the provisions of international during the Bangkok summit without land and maritime frontiers. The law by disregarding the adverse verdict credible safeguards. India's trade deficit Buddhist population of China alone is and others also have of the International Tribunal on the Law with China is around $59 billion. The estimated at around 244 million. Japan, of the Sea, after it seized an island deficit with South Korea grew from $5 Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Myanmar, millions of belonging to the Philippines. It is billion to $12 billion last year. Likewise, Sri Lanka and others also have millions presently deploying warships on the over the past decade, India's trade deficit of Buddhists. Nepal should be given Buddhists. Nepal southern shores of Vietnam. China has with ASEAN has increased from special place in this effort by including successfully coerced, or brought around, virtually nil to $14 billion. We are Lord Buddha's birthplace Lumbini as an should be given virtually all ASEAN members with justified in finding fault with China's important destination. whom it shares maritime borders, except mercantilist practices. We cannot, We need to formulate a master plan on special place in this Vietnam and Indonesia. Even Malaysia's however, deny the reality that the growth how to improve connectivity to a vast PM, Mahathir, who loudly echoes of our exports has been dismal, and we Buddhist tourism circuit across states effort by including Pakistan's views on J&K, acknowledges are losing our competitive edge all across like Bihar, UP,MP,Maharashtra, Gujarat, that China is too powerful to be our eastern neighborhood. Our textile Ladakh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Lord Buddha's challenged by his country. industry is unable to compete with textile This effort can best be taken forward if India rightly backs the collective views exports of Bangladesh and Vietnam. The we give China, Japan and Thailand, apart birthplace Lumbini of ASEAN on regional issues. But given government has still to enunciate any from immediate neighbors like Myanmar as an important their fears of China, many members clear export promotion strategy to deal and Sri Lanka, a role in promoting the remain silent on its aggression. India is, with this malady. effort. Japan, China and Thailand could destination. however, quite clear about its views on We are now moving ahead more be invited to invest in and develop this international maritime issues, stating successfully to balance Chinese power project. Spiritual ties and tourism should categorically that the UN Convention on across our Indo-Pacific neighborhood. become an integral and important part of Law of the Seas determines boundaries. Maritime cooperation is being increased our Act East policies. As an example, India cites the case of its with the US, Japan, Australia, France (The author is Chancellor, Jammu central maritime borders with Bangladesh, and a number of ASEAN countries, university, & former high commissioner to where it respected the ruling of an notably Vietnam and Indonesia. During Pakistan) international tribunal to hand over a the Bangkok summit, a number of THE INDIAN PANORAMA 10 SOUTH ASIA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 Sharif rejects Pak govt’s demand to submit bonds worth Rs 700 cr for abroad travel LAHORE (TIP): Pakistan’s ailing former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on November 13 refused to meet Imran Khan government’s demand to submit indemnity bonds worth Rs 700 crores for travel to the UK for medical treatment, saying it was “illegal” and denounced attempts to politicise his health. On Tuesday, Pakistan Cabinet decided Imran's ex-wife Reham to allow 69-year-old Sharif to go to the Khan wins defamation UK for medical treatment if the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) case against Pakistani supremo agrees to sign surety bonds making a commitment that he would news channel return after the treatment and face LONDON / LAHORE (TIP): corruption cases against him. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's The Cabinet meeting, chaired by former wife, Reham Khan, has won Prime Minister Khan, approved removal "substantial" damages and received an of Sharif ’s name from the no-fly list apology from a Pakistani news channel (Exit Control List-ECL). over defamatory allegations by a “We have categorically told the government minister during a show last government that Sharif would not “If something happens to Sharif , request. He was scheduled to leave for year. At a hearing in the High Court in submit any indemnity bonds worth Rs 7 Imran Khan and company will be London on a Pakistan International London on Monday, Justice Matthew billion (Rs 700 crores) to the government responsible as he is critical and Airlines (PIA) flight on Sunday morning. Nicklin was informed about the apology for removing his name from the no-fly government is using the opportunity for However, he could not leave as his name and undisclosed damages agreed list enabling his departure for London their dirty politics,” he said. figured in the no fly-list. between the parties. for his treatment,” a PML-N leader According to his party an air The former prime minister was lodged Reham, a British national of Pakistani- quoted Sharif as saying. ambulance is arriving in Lahore on in the Kot Lakhpat jail but last month he origin, launched the legal proceedings “Nawaz Sharif said the government Wednesday to shift him to London if the was sent to the custody of the NAB over a broadcast entitled ‘On the Front demand is illegal and can’t be met in the government removes his name from the which is probing the Sharif family in the with Kamran Shahid' on Dunya TV in presence of the court guarantees.” ECL. Chaudhry Sugar Mills corruption case. June 2018, during which she said Sheikh Nawaz also showed his annoyance over Sharif is under treatment at his On December 24, 2018, an Rasheed, the current Federal Minister of the government’s ‘tactics’ to politicise Lahore’s Jati Umra House. His platelet accountability court had sentenced Railways in Pakistan, made very serious the issue of his health. count is said to unstable and is critically Sharif to seven years in prison in the Al- and entirely false allegations against her. “The government cannot hold another low. Azizia Steel Mills corruption case and "The most serious allegation that he court of its own on the earlier decision of Sharif is suffering from multiple acquitted him in the Flagship case. made was to claim that our client had the Islamabad High Court that granted health complications, including erratic On October 29, the Islamabad High colluded with her ex-husband's political Sharif eight weeks bail on medical platelet count, and is currently being Court suspended Sharif ’s sentence in the rivals, the Pakistan Muslim League, and grounds,” the PML-N leader told PTI, taken care at his residence near Lahore Al-Azizia corruption case for eight accepted a substantial payment from or adding the Sharif family may move the where an ICU has been set up. weeks on medical grounds. on behalf of its leader, Mr Shehbaz court for removal of his name from the Sharif agreed on Friday to go to the The Sharif family has denied all Sharif, in return for writing her ECL if the government did not decide in UK for treatment, heeding doctors’ corruption charges and termed them as autobiography,”said Alex Cochrane from his favour on Wednesday. advice and accepting his family’s politically motivated. —PTI Hamlins LLP,who represented Reham in the Royal Courts of Justice in London. “Dunya TV has now made a full and Train crash leaves 16 dead in unequivocal public apology to our client 7 killed, 7 injured in Kabul and it has accepted that she never Bangladesh received any payments from Mr Shehbaz car bomb blast DHAKA (TIP): At least 16 people were killed and 60 Sharif or anyone in the Pakistan Muslim KABUL (TIP): At least seven people were killed and seven others injured in a head-on collision between two trains in League for her book. Dunya TV has also wounded when a car bomb detonated during Kabul’s busy Brahmanbaria district in central Bangladesh on Nov 12, given an undertaking not to repeat these morning rush hour on Wednesday, an interior ministry railway officials said. A railway spokesman said the pre- false allegations about our client and spokesman said. dawn accident appeared to have occurred when they have paid her substantial damages The spokesman, Nasrat Rahimi, said the bomb had gone off in Chittagong-bound Udayan Express was changing tracks at and all her legal costs,” he said. The court a neighbourhood which is near the interior ministry and north of Mondobhag railway station and the Dhaka-bound Turna heard that during the telecast last year, Kabul airport. Nishita coming from the opposite direction collided with Reham, a journalist and broadcaster, was He said the dead were all civilians. “This is the initial it. Brahmanbaria Deputy Commissioner Hayat-ud-Dowla also likened to a historical Pakistani information, more details later,” he added. Khan was quoted as saying by the Dhaka Tribune that the female figure known as “Budhan Bai”, A source at the interior ministry said the blast was detonated by accident occured because loco masters did not obey the who was a well-known courtesan, as part a suicide bomber in the car, and that it had targeted a convoy of signals. According to the police, 12 passengers died on the of a series of “slurs” upon her government vehicles on a main road. spot, while the rest succumbed to injuries as the rescue reputation. The blast came one day after Afghan President Ashraf Ghani campaign was underway or after they were rushed to Dunya TV, a 24-hour Urdu language announced that Kabul would release three high-ranking Taliban nearby hospitals. Local police station chief Shayamal news and current affairs television prisoners in an apparent prisoner swap with Western hostages Kanti Das feared that the toll could rise as several channel, which has a licence to who were kidnapped by the insurgents in 2016. passengers were still trapped under the damaged coaches, broadcast in the UK, said that it The three Taliban prisoners include Anas Haqqani, who was especially of the Udayan Express. — PTI accepts that the allegations made by held in 2014 and whose older brother is the deputy Taliban leader the guest commentator, Sheikh and head of the Haqqani network, a notorious Taliban affiliate. Kabul to swap Taliban ultras for Rasheed, were “wholly untrue”. “The Ghani did not specify the fate of the Western hostages -- an hostages Defendant (Dunya News Limited) Australian and an American, both professors at the American KABUL (TIP): Afghan President Ashraf Ghani accepts that there was and is no truth University in Kabul -- and it was not clear when or where they announced Tuesday that three high-ranking Taliban in the allegations advanced during the would be freed. prisoners would be released, in an apparent exchange for broadcast and is happy to set the Ghani said on Tuesday that he hoped the decision would help two Western hostages who were kidnapped by the record straight and apologise to the “pave the way” for the start of unofficial direct talks between his insurgents in 2016. The three Taliban prisoners include Claimant (Reham),” notes the court government and the Taliban, who had long refused to negotiate Anas Haqqani, who was held in 2014 and whose older order. PTI with the administration in Kabul. AFP brother is the deputy Taliban leader. AFP THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 ADVERTISEMENTS 11 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 12 US FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019

IRS updates guidance for deductible US Senators Introduce Resolution business, charitable, medical and moving Recognizing Sikh Americans expenses WASHINGTON (TIP): U.S. Senators WASHINGTON (TIP): The Internal Dick Durbin (D-IL), Bob Menendez (D- Revenue Service on November 14 NJ), and Ben Cardin (D-MD) on Nov 8 issued guidance for taxpayers with introduced a resolution recognizing the certain deductible expenses to reflect historical, cultural, and religious changes resulting from the Tax Cuts and significance of Sikh Americans and Jobs Act (TCJA). Revenue Procedure their contributions to the United States. 2019-46, posted today on IRS.gov, updates The resolution is being introduced ahead the rules for using the optional standard of the 550th birthday of the founder of mileage rates in computing the Sikhism, Guru Nanak, which is one of deductible costs of operating an the most important dates in the Sikh automobile for business, charitable, calendar. The day recognizes the medical or moving expense purposes. teachings of Guru Nanak on equality The guidance also provides rules to and service, serving as an inspiration for substantiate the amount of an people of all faiths. employee's ordinary and necessary "Sikh Americans have added to the travel expenses reimbursed by an social, cultural, and economic diversity employer using the optional standard of the United States, including by mileage rates. Taxpayers are not serving as members of our Armed required to use a method described in Forces and have contributed to fields as this revenue procedure and may instead diverse as agriculture, information substantiate actual allowable expenses technology, hospitality, trucking, and provided they maintain adequate medicine," Durbin said. "I'm honored to the Golden Temple in Amritsar and I the Sikh community for their ongoing records. The TCJA suspended the introduce this resolution with Senators gained an even deeper appreciation for social, cultural and economic miscellaneous itemized deduction for Menendez and Cardin recognizing the the values embodied in the Sikh religion. contributions, and for their courage to most employees with unreimbursed many contributions and This November, I join with my many stand up against racial and religious business expenses, including the costs of accomplishments of Sikh Americans constituents of the Sikh faith to honor discrimination against their community operating an automobile for business and the 550th birthday of Guru Nanak." and commemorate the birth and wisdom and others." purposes. However, self-employed "The Sikh community has made of Guru Nanak, a man who has provided The resolution has been endorsed by individuals and certain employees, such countless contributions to civic life in inspiration for centuries to so many the Sikh Coalition and Sikh American as Armed Forces reservists, qualifying New Jersey and the United States across around the world." Legal Defense and Education Fund. state or local government officials, so many endeavors in the public and "Sikh Americans have been a proud In 2001, after the September 11 educators and performing artists, may private sectors," said Menendez. "As this part of the American story for terrorist attacks in New York City and continue to deduct unreimbursed resolution describes, America is a better generations and they continue to enrich Washington, D.C., Durbin introduced a business expenses during the country thanks to Sikhs from all walks of our nation and the communities in resolution condemning bigotry and suspension. life. Last month I was honored to visit which they live," said Cardin. "I thank violence against Sikh Americans. US Senator Todd YoungJoins Resolution Recognizing Program Critical to US-Indo-Pacific Partnership WASHINGTON (TIP): U.S. Senator cooperation and stability around the "The bipartisan Asia Reassurance around the world who share our values, Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Senators Jeff world," said Merkley. "America's Initiative Act, signed into law in and I am proud to support this resolution Merkley (D-Ore.), Edward J. Markey (D- strength has always been rooted in our December 2018, authorized robust to continue this important work." Md.), Cory Gardner (R-Colo.), Tammy values, and YSEALI's contributions funding to support initiatives like Since the founding of YSEALI in 2013, Duckworth (D-Ill.), and Mazie K. Hirono serve as a powerful reminder of what YSEALI, and I urge the Administration the program has provided civic (D-Hawaii) October 31 to announce a can be accomplished when the United to fully follow through on leadership and entrepreneurship bipartisan resolution reaffirming the States invests in the diplomatic and implementation." training, as well as academic and importance of the Young Southeast development-focused levers of "Programs like YSEALI are an professional exchanges in the United Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) to American foreign policy." important part of breaking down States for over 145,000 youth from advancing the policy of the United "There are few efforts more important barriers between the United States and ASEAN members, which include Brunei, States in the Indo-Pacific Region. than strengthening people-to-people ties, nations in Southeast Asia," said Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, The Senators made the announcement and that is exactly what the Young Duckworth. "I've been honored to meet Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, as the 35th annual Association of Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative many YSEALI participants over the Thailand, and Vietnam. YSEALI alumni Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) does," said Markey."Exchange programs years and am inspired by their hard have gone on to distinguish themselves Summit begins today in Bangkok, to build the capacity of democracy, work to create meaningful change in as influential government officials, Thailand. human rights, and good governance their communities and their countries, entrepreneurs, human rights activists, "It is said that an 'ounce of prevention activists in the Indo-Pacific are which is one reason why I'm proud to be journalists, social entrepreneurs, and is worth a pound of cure,' that is why we indispensable, as we noted in the Asia introducing this bipartisan resolution educators. Their wide-ranging need to ensure the Indo-Pacific region's Reassurance Initiative Act that we with my colleagues." accomplishments and efforts include next generation knows they have a passed into law. I am proud to join my "The United States remains a beacon relief efforts during the ISIS siege of trustworthy friend in the United States," colleagues in this important legislation." of hope for young people around the Marawi, campaigns to combat the said Young. "America is strongest when "Youth leadership programs like world yearning to build a better future accumulation of plastics and save corals we work with our partners, and when YSEALI build personal relationships and for themselves and their countries, and in oceans and organizing the first Pride reassured of our commitment, those in trust necessary to advance U.S. national programs like YSEALI are crucial for Parade in northern Mindanao. the region will be less inclined to look security interests at minimal costs to the building partnerships with these YSEALI's network includes valuable towards the Communists in Beijing who American taxpayer. It's critical that we emerging leaders," said Hirono. "I saw partners to embassies and agencies of do not share their values or interests." build strong partnerships across the YSEALI's transformational impact first- the United States overseas, as the "When the United States participates Indo-Pacific region, and people-to-people hand when I met with a group of program raises the profile of the United in youth training programs like exchanges are the foundation for inspiring young professionals during a States among ASEAN members and YSEALI, we strengthen our demonstrating U.S. leadership and visit to Vietnam this spring. America is counters China's influence in the partnerships and help promote advancing our values," said Gardner. strongest when we connect with people region. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 US 13 Guru Nanak’s principles more relevant today, say US lawmakers

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Guru Nanak. His legacy is a legacy of raise awareness about the Sikh faith peace and equality," Chu said. more today than ever before and Republican Congressman Greg Pence highlight the Sikhs' contributions to from Indiana referred to his speech on society. the House floor earlier in the day. "We also need to address how our "Mr Speaker, I rise today to recognize a teachings remain relevant in the modern Ambassador Shringla (third from left) felicitatedPanelists on the first discussion Dr Paul Taylor, very special day for the Hoosier Sikh era," said the first-ever Sikh Attorney Head of the Asian Cultural History Program at the Smithsonian, Sonia Dhami, Executive Director, community and the 550th birthday of General of any US State. The Sikh Foundation International, Palo Alto, California and Dr. Nikky-Guninder Kaur Singh, Chair Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism," he Indian Ambassador to the US Harsh of the Department & Crawford Family Professor Religious Studies, Colby College, Maine said. This occasion is being celebrated by Vardhan Shringla said the opening of CONTD FROM PAGE 1 Caucus and chair of Congressional more than 25 million Sikhs worldwide on the Kartarpur corridor between India regardless of gender, regardless of Asian Pacific American Caucus, said the November 12, 2019, he said. and Pakistan was a historic day. class, regardless of creed, everyone has life of Guru Nanak "was a true example Indiana is proud to be home of over The Indian government had taken been created equal," Young said. to all of us and one whose lessons we 10,000 Sikhs that enrich our several actions to commemorate the In his address to a Capitol Hill event would do well to heed today". communities, embody the meaning of 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, organized by the Indian embassy to Noting that Guru Nanak was a true Hoosier values. Hoosier Sikhs are one of he said. celebrate the anniversary,Senator Young humanitarian champion in the face of the fastest growing business "We are very happy, of course, that on said his neighborhood is full of Sikh- entrenched discrimination, she said he communities in Indiana and there are this particular day we have at the Capitol American families. preached against prejudices based on contributions to our economy and Hill such an important event that "I'm also glad that your commitment to race, cast and status. cultural value," he said. involves not only discourse on Sikh equality and inclusion has led to the He called for the equality of all "On this day, I am proud to stand with religion and history, but also the historic agreement which allowed the individuals no matter what religion they our friends in the Sikh community by contribution of Sikh-American border corridor between India and practiced or caste they belonged to. offering legislation to celebrate this community to your country of Pakistan to be thrown open for Sikhs to "He promoted the equality of all momentous occasion and honor their citizenship," he said. visit Guru Nanak's shrine just in time for women during a time when women had contributions to Indiana and to our great The event was also marked by an the 550th birthday," Young said. low status and little respect in society. nation," Pence said. exhibition on the life and teachings of Congresswoman Judy Chu, founding There is so much as a country that we New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir the founder of Sikhism along with two member of the Congressional Sikh should take away from the teachings of Singh Grewal said there was a need to panel discussions. (Source: PTI) USCIS to Deter Fraudulent Asylum Seekers from Obtaining Work Authorizations WASHINGTON (TIP): U.S. framework. These proposed reforms are denial of their application for Citizenship and Immigration Services designed to restore integrity to the employment authorization; Nov 13 announced a proposed rule to asylum system and lessen the incentive ● Prevent aliens who fail to file their deter aliens from illegally entering the to file an asylum application for the asylum application within one year United States and from filing frivolous, primary purpose of obtaining work of their latest entry as required by fraudulent or otherwise non-meritorious authorization." law from obtaining work asylum applications in order to obtain As directed by the presidential authorization; and employment authorization. deny benefits to those who do not qualify. ● Render any alien who has been The proposed rule will better allow Nothing in this rule changes eligibility memorandum, USCIS proposes to: convicted in the United States of USCIS to extend protections to those requirements for asylum. Instead, this ● Prevent aliens who entered the any federal or state felony with bona fide asylum claims. USCIS rule strengthens the standards that allow United States illegally from orconvicted of certain public safety also seeks to prevent certain criminal an alien to work on the basis of a obtaining work authorization based offenses involving child abuse, aliens from obtaining work pending asylum application. on a pending asylum application, domestic violence, or driving under authorization before the merits of their "Our immigration system is in crisis. with limited exceptions; and the influence of drugs or alcohol, asylum application are adjudicated. Illegal aliens are gaming our asylum ● Automatically terminate ineligible for employment The proposed rule stems from the system for economic opportunity, which employment authorization when an authorization. April 29, 2019, Presidential undermines the integrity of our applicant's asylum denial is Unresolved arrests or pending charges Memorandum on Additional Measures immigration system and delays relief for administratively final. may result in the denial of the to Enhance Border Security and Restore legitimate asylum seekers in need of Additionally, USCIS proposes to: application for employment Integrity to Our Immigration System, humanitarian protection," said Acting authorization as a matter of discretion. which emphasizes that it is the policy of Director Ken Cuccinelli. "USCIS must ● Clarify that an asylum applicant's For more information, read the notice the United States to manage take steps to address pull factors failure to appear for a required of proposed rulemaking that publishes humanitarian immigration programs in encouraging aliens to illegally enter the appointment may lead to dismissal in the Federal Register on Nov. 14. The a safe, orderly manner and to promptly United States and exploit our asylum of their asylum application and/or comment period ends on Jan. 13, 2020. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 14 INDIA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 10 MINISTERS INDUCTED INTO HARYANA CABINET SC dismisses Rafale review plea

CHANDIGARH (TIP): Eighteen days after the NEW DELHI (TIP): In a morale BJP-led government was formed in Haryana, CM booster for the Narendra Modi Manohar Lal Khattar expanded his ministry today, government, the Supreme Court on inducting six Cabinet Ministers and four Ministers of Thursday dismissed the review State. BJP’s post-poll ally JJP was allotted a berth and petitions against its December so was an Independent. Kamlesh Dhanda was the sole verdict in the Rafale deal for lack of woman MLA to be taken in the Cabinet, which still merit and also refused to direct has two vacancies. registration of a FIR into the Rs. Governor Satyadev Narain Arya administered the 58,000-crore deal. oath amid cheering. Six-time MLA Anil Vij, former Reiterating its stand, the SC said Speaker and three-time MLA KP Gurjar, Mool Chand it “did not consider it appropriate to Sharma, Ranjit Singh Chautala, Jai Parkash Dalal embark on a roving and fishing and Dr Banwari Lal took oath as Cabinet Ministers enquiry”. “We decline to, once while Om Prakash Yadav, Kamlesh Dhanda, Anoop again, embark on an elaborate Dhanak and former Indian hockey captain Sandeep exercise of analysing each clause, Section 17A of the Prevention of expressed considered and dealt Singh took oath as Minister of State (independent perusing what may be the different Corruption Act. with. charge). The Haryana Cabinet, that can have a total of opinions, then taking a call whether The Modi government had signed On the choice of induction of 14 ministers, including the CM and Deputy CM, a final decision should or should not an agreement with France in 2016 Anil Ambani’s Reliance comprises four Jats, two Punjabis, two SCs and a have been taken in such technical for the purchase of Rafale fighter Aerostructure as an offset Brahmin, Ahir, Gujjar and Sikh. matters,” it said. jets. Under the deal, French firm, partner, the judges said that “the Ranjit Chautala, the younger brother of former CM The Supreme Court bench Dassault Aviation was to supply 36 decision of whom to engage as the Om Prakash Chautala, came to wish his nephew and comprised of Chief Justice Ranjan Rafale fighter jets to India in offset partner was a matter left to Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala. The latter touched Gogoi and justices Sanjay Kishen flyaway condition. the suppliers (Dassault) and we do his feet. Ranjit was also a minister in the Devi Lal Kaul and KM Joseph. On the aspect of pricing, Justice not think that much can be made Cabinet. Gurjar said for proper coordination between “We cannot lose sight of the fact Kaul, writing the judgment for the out of it”. the JJP and BJP,a committee had been set up to chalk that we are dealing with a contract Bench, said that “the court satisfied On petitioners’ contention that out a common minimum programme. for aircraft, which was pending itself with the material made there was contradictory material before different governments for available. It is not the function of in the decision-making process, quite some time and the necessity this court to determine the prices the Bench said: “…We, however, for those aircrafts has never been in nor for that matter can such aspects found that there were dispute,” the apex court said, while be dealt with on mere suspicion of undoubtedly opinions expressed rejecting the pleas, including one persons who decide to approach the in the course of the decision- filed by former Union ministers court. The internal mechanism of making process, which may be Yashwant Sinha and Arun Shourie, such pricing would take care of the different from the decision taken, and activist lawyer Prashant situation. On the perusal of but then any decision making Bhushan, for re-examination of the documents we had found that one process envisages debates and apex court’s December 14 verdict. cannot compare apples and oranges. expert opinion and the final call is The court had earlier ruled that Thus, the pricing of the basic with the competent authority, there was no occasion to doubt the aircraft had to be compared which which so exercised it.” decision-making process of the was competitively marginally lower. In the review pleas, the government in the procurement of As to what should be loaded on the petitioners had cited leaked ED arrests Fortis Healthcare 36 Rafale fighter jets from French aircraft or not and what further documents that stated that the firm Dassault Aviation. pricing should be added has to be defence ministry had in 2015 ex-promoter Malvinder Singh However, Justice Joseph, who left to the best judgment of the objected to “parallel negotiations” wrote a separate but concurring competent authorities.” conducted by the Prime Minister’s NEW DELHI (TIP): The ED on Thursday judgment, said that the December While stating that the court has Office with France. It had also arrested former Fortis Healthcare promoter order would not prevent the CBI no jurisdiction to determine each quoted from a dissent note written Malvinder Singh and former CMD of Religare from taking action on the complaint aspect of the contract, the top by three senior defence ministry Enterprises Ltd Sunil Godhwani in a money- in accordance with law and subject court said that all aspects were officials who were the domain laundering case related to alleged misappropriation to the investigating authority considered by the competent experts on the seven-member of funds of Religare Finvest Ltd (RFL). The obtaining previous approval under authority and the different views Indian negotiating team. Enforcement Directorate (ED) took both the accused in its custody inside the Tihar central jail here, where they are currently lodged in a case filed by the Delhi Police in relation to the alleged scam, a US officials to visit India next week to lawyer associated with the case said. Both Singh and Godhwani will be produced before a metropolitan magistrate in the prison, further trade talks: Report when the ED is likely to seek their custodial interrogation. NEW DELHI (TIP): A delegation of officials from Singh and Godhwani are accused of laundering the United States will travel to India next week to give money, punishable under Sections 3 and 4 of the final touches to the India-US trade deal. Prevention of Money Laundering Act, the central Sources told ANI that the trade talks have been very agency said. constructive and covered a wide range of issues that were pending on the table. Chandrayaan-3: 2nd bid to land The list of important items that have been on the table have been resolved and a package is being worked on Moon by next Nov upon, ANI has learnt. Commerce and Industry minister Piyush Goel visited BENGALURU (TIP): After an unsuccessful bid Washington on a three-day trip from November 12 to two months ago, India may attempt another soft hold talks with his American counterpart Robert landing on the Moon by next year-end, probably in Lighthizer the next day, on November 13, to seek a November, sources in the Indian Space Research breakthrough on some key knotty trade issues. Organisation (ISRO) said on Thursday. From D.C., the minister further headed to New York. Trade tensions between India and US The organisation had constituted a high-level The minister and Mr Lighthizer also had a telephonic emerged in June after Donald Trump committee, headed by S Somanath, Director of conversation as a follow-up of the meeting. revoked preferential trade privileges, in Thiruvanathapuram-based Vikram Sarabhai Space Good discussions have been made in this visit and the Centre, the lead centre responsible for all launch rapport between the minister and his counterpart have response to which India imposed tariffs vehicle programmes of ISRO, to prepare a report on resulted in a mutual understanding on equitable access on 28 US products. the proposed Chandrayaan-3. for both sides, sources added. “The report is awaited. The committee has been Tensions on the trade front between the two countries System of Preferences (GSP), a programme designed to given guidelines to prepare the mission before the had emerged in June after US President Donald Trump help developing countries sell to US consumers. end of next year,” said a senior ISRO official. revoked preferential trade privileges, in response to On its part, India had also imposed retaliatory tariffs “There is a good launch window in November,” he which India imposed tariffs on 28 US products, on 25 American goods, after the Donald Trump said. including almonds and apples. administration announced an end to the preferential India was the biggest beneficiary of the Generalised trade treatment for India over the trade barriers. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 INDIA 15

Court stays bailable warrant Putin: Russia to deliver S-400 against Shashi Tharoor for scorpion remark on PM Modi missiles to India as planned NEW DELHI (TIP): ADelhi court on Thursday Brasilia (TIP): Russia plans to stayed the bailable deliver S-400 surface-to-air missile warrant issued against systems to India on schedule, Congress lawmaker President Vladimir Putin said on Shashi Tharoor in Thursday. connection with a India agreed to buy the S-400 defamation case system from Russia last year pertaining to his alleged despite US warnings the purchase "scorpion sitting on could trigger sanctions against it. Shivling" remark against India said it needed the weapons to Prime Minister Narendra bolster its defences against China. Modi. As far as the S-400 deliveries are Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (CMM) Naveen concerned, everything is going Kumar Kashyap had, on Monday, issued a bailable according to plan. Our Indian warrant against him after he failed to appear before colleagues have not asked to speed it. The lawmaker had not moved an exemption anything up, it’s all going fine, Putin application for the same. told reporters at a summit of BRICS The court had also directed the complainant, countries in Brazil. about the delivery schedule for all However, following a meeting Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Rajiv Babbar, to The timeframe for the supply of the five systems being delayed to with US secretary of state Mike pay a sum of Rs 500 for not appearing before the S-400 missile defence systems by 2025. But with the payment having Pompeo in October, external affairs court. In October 2018, Tharoor had stoked a Russia to India remains on track been made, the first system is minister S Jaishankar defended controversy by invoking a news article where an with the latter having made the first expected to be delivered in 16 to 18 India’s “sovereign right” to buy unnamed RSS leader had compared Prime Minister payment of $850 million for the big- months,” said one of the people weapons and said the country won’t Narendra Modi to a "scorpion sitting on a Shivling". ticket defence deal worth more than cited in the first instance. be told by any state to not buy "There is an extraordinarily striking metaphor $5 billion. India and Russia had signed a military hardware from Russia. expressed by an unnamed RSS source to a journalist, The payment, amounting to about deal worth an estimated $5.4-billion Indian officials have also said the who expressed their frustration to curb Modi -- 'Modi 15% of the total deal, was made in for five S-400 systems during the country meets the criteria for a is like a scorpion sitting on a shivling. You can't September though a special annual summit of leaders of the waiver from US sanctions on the S- remove him with your hand and you cannot hit it with mechanism worked out by the two two countries in October last year. 400 deal and that New Delhi can’t a 'chappal' (slipper) either," he had said. Tharoor had sides to avert attracting sanctions Russian officials said then that the “wish away” its long-standing added, "If you try to touch the scorpion, you will be under the Countering America’s first system was expected to be defence ties with Moscow. stung, but if you hit a shivling with the chappal, it Adversaries Through Sanctions Act delivered by 2020 and that all The US has also pressured Turkey undermines all the sacred tenets of the faith. That (CAATSA) of the US, the people deliveries would be completed in a to scrap a deal for S-400 systems, may well be an interesting clue to the rather complex cited above added. five-year period. with President Donald Trump dynamics that exist between the Hindutva movement The people declined to go into Washington has repeatedly saying after a meeting with his and the Moditva expression on it." details of the mechanism, given the pressured New Delhi not to go Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip sensitivity of the issues involved. ahead with the S-400 deal or other Erdogan on Wednesday that the Over the past few months, India purchases of military hardware acquisition of such sophisticated and Russia focused on alternative from Russia, which continues to weapons “creates some very serious payment mechanisms to overcome account for about 60% of India’s challenges for us”. The S-400 issue the impact of potential US military hardware. US officials have prompted the US to eject Turkey sanctions, including trade through also expressed concern the S-400 from the F-35 joint strike fighter a rupee-rouble mechanism (in could capture electronic signatures programme. which payments are made in rupees of American-origin military In a recent letter to Erdogan, and roubles) or payments in euros equipment and aerial platforms Trump warned he would have to for military hardware. used by India and compromise impose sanctions on Turkey over “There had been some concerns them. the purchase of the S-400 systems. Verdict on women’s right to NCP: Next Maharashtra CM from Sena, enter Sabarimala final: Judge

NEW DELHI (TIP): Justices Rohinton Nariman decision on Cong joining govt soon and D.Y. Chandrachud on Thursday lashed out at the “organised” violation of the Supreme Court’s MUMBAI (TIP): A tie-up privy to the developments, Gandhi the draft of a CMP for governance, judgment in September 2018 that allowed women between Shiv Sena, Nationalist and Pawar are likely to meet Sena which would now be sent to the between the age of 10 and 50 to worship at the Congress Party (NCP) and Congress chief Uddhav Thackeray soon after heads of all three parties for their Sabarimala temple. to form the government in the scheduled meeting between first consent, following which it would Justice Nariman, in a dissenting opinion on Maharashtra seemed likely as the two leaders. It is likely to be a be finalised. Thursday,said a judgment of the Constitution Bench three parties on Thursday said a crucial meeting that can put the “We have prepared the draft of was “openly flouted” when the nation had to witness common minimum programme final stamp of agreement on the the CMP. We will now send this to the “sad spectacle of unarmed women between the (CMP) was being finalised. power-sharing formula. heads of three parties. They will ages of 10 and 50 being thwarted in the exercise of Significantly, NCP said the next Meanwhile, former chief finalise it,” said Eknath Shinde, their fundamental right of worship”. chief minister will be from Sena. minister Devendra Fadnavis told Sena’s legislative unit head. Top “When the (legal) process is complete and a “The next chief minister will be newly-elected Bharatiya Janata state leaders from all three parties decision is pronounced, it is the decision of the from Sena as it is our responsibility arty (BJP) MLAs that no party can participated in the day-long Supreme Court and binds everyone. Compliance is to ensure the self-respect of the form the government in the state deliberations. not a matter of option,” the judge said. party [Shiv Sena] that has left its old without BJP. Insiders said the three parties are The judge’s remarks were in reference to large- alliance. Whether Congress will be Maharashtra on Tuesday came expected to finalise the government- scale protests and violence which rocked Kerala in part of the government or will under President’s rule after no formation plan in the next few days. the aftermath of the September 2018 judgment. extend outside support will be party could show numbers to form a There are different proposals Justice Nariman directed the Kerala government decided soon,” said Nawab Malik, government, 19 days after the being discussed between the three to give wide publicity to the dissenting opinion NCP’s Mumbai president. Assembly polls. parties, according to the leaders through the medium of television and newspapers Activities to form the government For the first time since they began who are involved in the process. and take steps to secure the confidence of the people. are expected to gain momentum working on the formation of the That include sharing of chief The majority opinion led by Chief Justice Ranjan after Sunday when NCP chief government, leaders of the three ministership by Sena and NCP for a Gogoi and two other judges on the Bench, referring Sharad Pawar is expected to meet parties sat together and discussed half tenure each or the chief certain issues to a seven-judge Bench, however, Congress interim president Sonia the details of their coalition. minister’s post to Sena for the entire superseded the opinion of Justices Nariman and Gandhi in Delhi. Following the meeting, they tenure, with two deputy chief Chandrachud. According to leaders who are announced that they had prepared ministers from NCP and Congress. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 16 BOLLYWOOD FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 EVELYN PLANS DESTINATION WEDDING NEXT YEAR

or actor Evelyn Sharma, it was nothing short of a romantic moment straight out Fof a fairytale when her boyfriend, Tushaan Bhindi knelt down to propose to her against the beautiful backdrop of Harbour Bridge in Sydney. Surprised by his move, Evelyn, who is head over heels in love with RANI WINS MOST him, instantly said ‘yes’ and the two got engaged on October 8. The couple is all set to INFLUENTIAL CINEMA walk down the aisle and are busy planning their “big fat wedding”. PERSONALITY AWARD When asked about the nuptial plans, Evelyn says, “We might have both Hindu- style ctor Rani Mukerji on Friday wedding with pheras and a chapel wedding as received the Most Influential well. There are so many beautiful places to ACinema Personality Award in select from for our destination wedding and South-East Asia for her phenomenal work honeymoon. The dates are yet to be finalised in 2018 flick Hichki. Time and again, she but the wedding is definitely happening next has proved her mettle as an actor having year.” delivered some of the biggest The couple first met on a blind date last year, blockbusters as well as the most loved which was set up by a common friend. But movies of our generation. what sparked the love between them was the Hichki had grossed over Rs 250 crores mutual understanding and each other’s quest worldwide. “It is truly humbling for me to to find ways to make the other happy.“That’s be called the Most Influential Cinema the only secret of our love. Tushaan is a Personality. As an actor, I have been wonderful person and he amazes me every day fortunate enough to have got films that with his compassion. He strives to become the inspired me and everyone who saw them best version of himself and we both share a on screen. Some of them sparked a passion for philanthropic causes.” conversation and also affected social On the work front, Evelyn, who was seen in change. I have a special liking towards this year’s Saaho, she asserts that post films that leave an impact on the hearts marriage her career is not taking a back seat. and minds of people and make us ponder “My career has been wonderful so far. I’ve about the world that we live in,” Rani, always been very picky with the projects that I who is in Singapore, said. take up and I’ll continue to do the same. I She added: “I feel it is my responsibility believe there are different seasons in life that to give voice to what’s happening around require different approaches. There’s more to me. Hichki was one such film and it’s life than money and fame. For now, it’s time to message resonated worldwide with settle down,” says Evelyn, who would shuttle audiences, students, teachers and most between India and Australia for work after importantly with people fighting the marriage. Tourette Syndrome.” SALMAN KHAN DANCES WITH KATRINA KAIF AS THEY KICK OFF DA-BANGG TOUR ctors Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif kicked off their Da-bangg tour in Dubai on Friday. The Atwo performed to their hit song Dil Diyan Gallan from Tiger Zinda Hai on stage and got a lot of applause from the audience. Dressed in a silver lehenga, Katrina performed with Salman to the song with a big smile. Salman was seen in a pair of black shirt and pants throughout the night and mouthed the song’s lyrics as he swung Katrina around. KRITI KHARBANDA: FOR Katrina also performed to her Thugs of Hindostan song Surraiya in a red shimmery lehenga. She arrived NOW, PULKIT AND I ARE on stage on a floating platform. Watch her videos here: Salman also performed with other stars of the troupe, including Jacqueline Fernandez, Daisy Shah BEST FRIENDS and Sonakshi Sinha. Jacqueline’s performance to he past few years have not been easy for Pulkit Heeriye got a lot of cheers from the crowd. Samrat. While he earned the reputation of being Salman is now looking forward to the release of Ta brash actor, he hit choppy waters on the Dabangg 3, in which he stars with Sonakshi Sinha and personal front. However, he now claims to be a changed debutante Saiee Manjrekar. The movie is slated to person. “I realised ki mein yeh karne toh nahi aaya tha release on December 20. At the trailer launch of the yahan pe (in Bollywood). Whatever sh*t happened, it film, Salman said the film was made for critics. “I have changed things for me. I am really thankful to my worked on script of this film so, I want all the critics family and friends, who helped me realise my mistakes to criticise it. This film is for the critics (laughs). If we and got me out of the pit,” he says. get bashing for this film then it will be not only in These days, he is being linked to his Pagalpanti co- Mumbai but Chennai and and the entire star, Kriti Kharbanda. As we talk to the duo, ahead of country. But if people will appreciate the film then, it the release of the -directorial, Pulkit also will also resonate in the entire country,” said Salman. thanks Kriti for bringing about the change in him. “She Co-star Sonakshi Sinha, who was also present at the has been the biggest force in helping me get my act event, chimed in agreement: “Films which gets together,” he shares. Kriti proudly agrees, saying, bashing from critics becomes super duper hit at box “When the world was afraid to show him the mirror, I office.” took up the responsibility.” THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 HOLLYWOOD 17 MILEY TO TAKE A BREAK FROM MUSIC AS SHE RECOVERS FROM VOCAL CORD SURGERY iley Cyrus has been in the news this year more for her personal life shenanigans Mthan her music. The singer/ actress, who parted ways with long-time partner Liam Hemsworth earlier this year, also dated Kaitlynn Carter before the two went their separate ways. Caitriona Balfe: Matt Miley is now in a relationship with Cody Simpson while Hemsworth has reportedly moved on with Damon is complete actress Maddison Brown. Recently, reports emerged that Miley, who was hospitalised for people's person tonsillitis last month, has discovered a separate issue with her vocal cords. Doctors say she ctress Caitriona Balfe had fun unknowingly had the condition for years and the working with Matt Damon in 'Ford same came to light only when she underwent Av Ferrari', and said he is everybodys surgery for tonsillitis. She had to undergo a vocal best friend. chord surgery and is now recuperating at home. "Matt is the solid kind of guy who is Doctors have advised her rest for some time, which everybody's best friend, a complete means that she needs to rest her voice for several people's person. I think everyone just weeks. wants to go and have a beer with Matt," This automatically puts her music plans on hold. Balfe said. "Carroll Shelby (Matt Damon's Miley was said to be working on new music, but character) was the same. He had this will have to keep all recording and performing integrity, was grounded, and you see all of plans on hold till she recovers completely. Sources this in Matt as well. So, yeah, they (Matt say the singer has taken things in her stride and is Damon and Christian Bale) really were the doing what the doctors say in order to recover perfect casting," she added. completely and work on her music next year. Damon along with Bale will be seen It is being said that her boyfriend, Cody Simpson bringing alive a great track rivalry on the is looking after her and giving her company as she screen in 'Ford v Ferrari'. recovers from the surgery. JENNIFER ANISTON TREATS FANS WITH NEW THROWBACK PICTURE

PHOEBE WALLER-BRIDGE OPENS UP ABOUT JAMES BOND WRITING ROLE ennifer Aniston has a new treat capture an adorable selfie. But, the 50- for her 19 million Instagram fans year-old star wasn't done showering leabag writer-actor Phoebe "When I came on board I was just Jand followers. love upon the celebrity hairstylist. Waller-Bridge said as one of the facilitating as (many) of their ideas and The actor gave a little sneak peek She uploaded a final and a third Fwriters on 'No Time to Die', she their instincts as possible," she added. into her glam session by sharing a picture taking to her Instagram story. will add a few of her own ideas and Waller-Bridge said she was adding throwback snap from the popular "One more pic, just because I [love] tweaks but she is not onboard to 'little spices' to the script, including "a television show's sets on Saturday. you," she wrote. reinvent James Bond. couple of bits and pieces of my own, Her adorable post, including an old- During an interview Jennifer gave It was initially speculated that and hope that they survive the process." grainy snapshot and much newer one, some useful advice to a social media Waller-Bridge, whose feminist dark Asked if the producers had wanted came with a sweet birthday message to newbie, Mathew McConaughey saying, comedy 'Fleabag' has emerged one of her to help change the macho culture of her long-time friend and hairstylist, "Just try to have fun with it... Just don't the hottest shows of the year, said Bond and the franchise, she said, "They Chris McMillan. overthink it,". producers of the long-running spy were already doing that themselves. "Happy Birthday, Chrissy," she Breaking the Guinness' world drama are already changing the culture They're having that conversation with captioned her post, "We've come a long record, the actor garnered around 18.9 of the franchise. The 007 series is often themselves the whole time." way, baby." million followers since she signed up criticised for its macho world and its 'No Time to Die', the 25th film in Bond In the first picture, Aniston can be on Instagram on October 15. Her very skewed gender politics. "They were just series and played by Daniel Craig for seen undergoing a hair styling session first post on the platform earned more looking for tweaks across a few of the the fifth time, will meet with the fiction along with bold and bright makeup. than 15 million likes. The post was a characters and a few of the storylines," spy after he has left active service but is Whereas, in the second snap, the two selfie with all her costars. Waller-Bridge told. called back into action by an old friend. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 18 CINEMA / PERSONALITY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 Maurice Hines, Legend: On Film and Live By Mabel Pais "Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back" (The Film) DOC NYC 2019 Grand Jury Prize Winner "This documentary offers insight and new his side. What still gives the vibrant elder showman hope, opportunities for compassion at a time when our however, is his supportive community of friends and world truly needs it. Maurice's story is beautifully family. complex and relevant" On Twitter: MauriceHinesMov - John Carluccio, Director/Editor/Co-Producer On Facebook: MauriceHinesMovie On Instagram: mauricehinesmovie Child artists, (front) Gregory Hines with Maurice Hines rand Jury Prize Winner: "Maurice Hines: Bring Director: John Carluccio Them Back," directed by John Carluccio, looks at Producers: John Carluccio, Tracy E. Hopkins Gcharismatic song-and-dance man Maurice Hines, Executive Producers: Debbie Allen, Charles Randolph- who reflects on his life on stage from Broadway to Wright Hollywood, as well as his tumultuous relationship with Editor: John Carluccio Writer: Tracy E. Hopkins superstar brother Gregory Hines. Cinematographer: John Carluccio Run Time: 97 minutes This film competing in the Metropolis Competition of CAST : Maurice Hines with Debbie Allen, Cheryl Davis, DOC NYC 2019, November 6-15, 2019 in New York City was Silas Davis, Mercedes Ellington, Daria Hines, Zachary selected from among seven films in this section, which is Hines, Mel Johnson Jr., Leo Manzari, John Manzari, Elise dedicated to stories set in New York City. Neal, Richard Nurse, Chita Rivera, Jason Samuels Smith, Jurors' statement: "'Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back' Molly Smith, Jeffery V. Thompson, Charles Randolph- beautifully captures one of the many fabulous stories NY Wright And the Spirit of Gregory Hines. Maurice Hines teaching (2017) at Debbie Allen Dance Academy has to offer, but transcends easy assumptions to become an DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY : John Carluccio Photos / Courtesy CINQUA emotional meditation on the universal theme of love, loss, ABOUT JOHN CARLUCCIO :John Carluccio: Media). To learn more, visit tracyhopkins.net family,art, aging and more." Producer, Director, is a two-time Emmy nominated DIRECTOR'S STATEMENT : "Creative partnerships "Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back" is a portrait of the filmmaker with an eye for documenting under-recognized are difficult. They are more difficult when working with charismatic song-and-dance man from his tap-dancing creative communities. He founded CINQUA, a creative family. They are even more difficult when you are in the childhood to today. Maurice and friends-Chita Rivera, documentary company that creates innovative content public eye. I am especially drawn to telling this heightened Mercedes Ellington and Debbie Allen tell tales from his with the aim to educate, entertain and inspire. To learn story about brotherly love and the uneasiness of being seven-decade career, including Broadway shows, more, visit johncarluccio.com. To learn more about his estranged from a sibling." Hollywood films like Francis Ford Coppola's "The Cotton CINQUA, visit cinqua.com "Maurice has said, 'I didn't always respect Gregory,but I Club" and about his loving yet difficult relationship with ABOUT TRACY E. HOPKINS : Tracy E. Hopkins is an never once stopped loving him.' This challenging gray area superstar brother Gregory Hines. Ever battling the award-winning and widely published arts and is what I desire to offer insight into. I'm fascinated by how challenges of being a gay, black man in showbiz, Maurice entertainment journalist. With over 25 years of publicly two brothers can appear connected, but in private shares his story with humor and grace. The documentary experience, she has interviewed hundreds of performing they carry the lingering secret of separation." magically inter-cuts archival flashbacks with present-day artists and written and reported for numerous media "This documentary offers insight and new opportunities Maurice. Captured are explosive bursts of tap, comedic outlets including The Associated Press, PEOPLE, Essence, for compassion at a time when our world truly needs it. moments, and a palpable loneliness as the 75-year-old Entertainment Weekly, AARP and Broadway World, as Maurice's story is beautifully complex and relevant." - navigates growing older without his younger brother by well as produced news packages for BRIC TV (BRIC Arts John Carluccio, Director/Producer.

Powerful, Immersed in the history of their craft and in total command of their instruments, That's DIVA - an "Maurice Hines: Tapping Through Life" (Live) ensemble of 15 extremely talented and versatile musicians who just happen to be women. "He's an old-school entertainer, the life of the Sherrie Maricle, leader and swinging drummer of The party … he's a spoonful of sugar and a shot of DIVA Jazz Orchestra, won a 2014 Ovation award for best caffeine … it's a pleasure to be in the company of music direction for "Tappin' Thru Life." DIVA has toured a shameless, ebullient vaudeville heart" the world and has been featured on a variety of TV - The Washington Post specials, including the 25th anniversary of the Kennedy "…..a whirlwind: limber, graceful and seemingly Center, CBS Sunday Morning and the Macy's 4th of July carefree" - The New York Times Fireworks Spectacular. To learn more, visit divajazz.com ABOUT NJPAC : The New Jersey Performing Arts et ready to laugh, smile, and tap your feet (but Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, N.J., has please leave the tapping to Maurice Hines!) to the the most diverse programming and audience of any Ginfectious song & dance of a Broadway legend, performing arts center in the country, and is the artistic, with the DIVA Jazz Orchestra! cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey - Maurice Hines: Tapping Through Life Photo / Courtesy NJPAC NJPAC, Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 3 p.m. & 7 p.m where great performances and events enhance and Maurice Hines, Tony Award-nominated dance legend, standards, including: transform lives every day. fresh from a successful off-Broadway run, "Tappin' Thru o "Luck Be a Lady" NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing Life" comes to The New Jersey Performing Arts Center o "Smile" access to all and showcasing the state's and the world's (NJPAC)! Maurice, actor-director-singer-choreographer, o "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)" best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the taps us through his incredible career in this song-and- o "Get Me to the Church on Time" revitalization of its home city.Through its extensive Arts dance celebration that pays tribute to his younger o "I've Got You Under My Skin" Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next brother, the legendary Gregory Hines and other Tony Award nominee Maurice Hines' Broadway credits generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has performers who inspired him, from Frank Sinatra to include "Sophisticated Ladies," "Bring Back Birdie," and attracted more than 9 million visitors (including over 1.7 Lena Horne. He'll be backed by his protégés and fellow "Eubie!" He was featured on the big screen in Francis million children and families) since opening its doors in hoofers (and siblings) John and Mary Manzari. Plus, Ford Coppola's "The Cotton Club," and won raves for his 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships Hines has invited four young local dancers-two sets of direction and choreography of the hit musical, "Uptown with each of its constituents. extremely talented twins who recently appeared in … It's Hot!" Hines' critically hailed jazz albums include Get Social! Follow NJPAC Online: NJPAC's "The Tap Dance Kid" - to join him on stage! It's a Maurice: "I've Never Been in Love Before" and "To Nat Website: http://www.njpac.org/ celebration of brotherly love told through rhythm, music King Cole, With Love." To learn more about Maurice Twitter: @NJPAC and fabulous feet. Hines, visit mauricehines.com Hashtag: #NJPAC Hines and his crew of uniquely gifted sib-sets will be, Tickets for these performances are available at Facebook: facebook.com/NJPACYouTube: NJPACtv by the acclaimed all-female DIVA Jazz Orchestra, NJPAC.org or at the NJPAC Box Office, or at (Mabel Pais writes on the Arts and Entertainment, Social Issues, directed by Sherrie Maricle. "Tappin' Thru Life" includes 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722). Spirituality and Health & Wellness. She can be reached at Hines' distinctive take on your favorite American ABOUT DIVA JAZZ ORCHESTRA : Hard-charging, [email protected]) THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 ADVERTISEMENT 19 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 20 WORLD FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Truce after spike in Israel-Gaza violence Emperor Naruhito performs GAZA CIT Y (TIP): A Gaza Strip ceasefire came into effect centuries-old night time Daijosai early Nov 14, an Egyptian source and a senior Islamic Jihad official said, following a spike in violence and bloodshed in the Palestinian ceremony as key succession rite enclave. The “ceasefire agreement comes TOKYO (TIP): Emperor Naruhito as a result of Egypt’s efforts” and performed from November 14 evening a has been endorsed by “Palestinian centuries-old Shinto thanksgiving factions including Islamic Jihad”, ceremony known as the Daijosai, the last said the top Egyptian official. An of the major succession rituals following Islamic Jihad source confirmed his enthronement in May. The state- the agreement. funded rite has stirred controversy for According to the official, the its religious aspects. agreement stipulates that The Yukiden Kyosen no Gi event Palestinian factions must ensure a started at 6:30 p.m. and lasted for about return to calm in Gaza and three hours. “maintain peace” during It was followed by the Sukiden Kyosen demonstrations, while Israel must no Gi rite, which started around 12:30 stop hostilities and “ensure a a.m. Friday in the Sukiden hall, built for ceasefire” during demonstrations his once-in-a-lifetime event along with by Palestinians. — AFP dozens of other temporary buildings on a 6,500-square-meter plot of land. Kuwait govt resigns That ritual was conducted with newly after grilling on infra harvested grain from Kyoto Prefecture. The Sukiden Kyosen no Gi ended at KUWAIT CITY (TIP): Kuwait's around 3:15 a.m. Cabinet submitted its resignation Guided by ceremonial officials bearing also paid tribute at another hall in the but the Imperial Household Agency has on Nov 14, days after the country's small torches, the 59-year-old emperor, compound. dispelled that view. minister of public works clad in a white robe,entered the Yuki Although details of the main Security was tight, with police announced she would step down Hall — part of the gigantic Daijokyu ceremony were not disclosed, scholars standing guard and a number of security after being grilled by parliament. Halls specially constructed on the have said the emperor, with the help of vehicles positioned around the palace. Some elected lawmakers had Imperial Palace grounds for the two maidservants and using bamboo About 150 people attended a rally held accused Jenan Ramadan, who is ceremony. chopsticks, placed food offerings, by a group opposed to Japan’s imperial also minister of state for housing, For the first time, the emperor offered including rice, salmon, abalone and system in front of Tokyo Station, which of failing to fix infrastructure and newly harvested rice to the Shinto sun sweet chestnuts, from boxes made of oak is near the palace, according to the roads that were damaged in goddess Amaterasu, the mythical leaves onto over 30 dishes more than 500 organizer. massive floods in 2018. ancestress of the imperial family,as well times before reading out a message to the “There are so many people affected by Ten lawmakers had filed a no- as the deities of heaven and Earth. He ancestral gods and deities. In the (recent) typhoons. It’s wrong that a lot of confidence motion against her, partook of it himself to give thanks and message, He thanked them for an tax money has been poured into the according to local media. pray for the peace and prosperity of abundant harvest and prayed for a Daijosai when we’re only halfway done Ramadan had claimed, however, Japan. peaceful country. with rebuilding,” said one participant. that the problems plaguing her A total of 510 people, including Prime A theory put forward by folklorist “The imperial system is wrong ministry are long-running and Minister Shinzo Abe, lawmakers, Shinobu Orikuchi (1887-1953) that the because it makes a distinction between argued she should not be held prefectural governors and other emperor unites with gods on beds those born noble and not. I want people responsible for issues that precede representatives, observed the first part of prepared inside the sanctum halls drew to know that some are opposed to it,” her time as minister. the rite from nearby. Empress Masako, attention when the last ceremony was said a 67-year-old freelance editor. There was also reportedly an dressed in a white layered court kimono, held in 1990 for former Emperor Akihito, Japantimes.com effort underway among lawmakers to request to grill the country's powerful Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Bolivian senator claims interim presidency Shiekh Khaled Al Jarrah Al Sabah. — PTI LA PAZ (TIP): Bolivians have new uncertainty to grapple with now that opposition Sen Jeanine Añez declared World’s oldest herself interim President of the crisis- captive white rhino torn Andean country just hours after Evo Morales flew off to self-exile in dies in French zoo Mexico. RENNES (TIP): The world's Questions remained about who might oldest captive white rhino, South rally around Añez, while Morales’ African-born Sana, has died at the supporters angrily accused her of age of 55, the French zoo that she trying to seize power in her called home for the last 26 years declaration, raising the prospect of said November 14. Born in 1964 in more troubles following clashes over the Umfolozi National Park in the disputed October 20 presidential South Africa’s eastern KwaZulu- election. Natal province, the southern People took to the streets cheering white rhino was transported to and waving national flags on Tuesday Europe seven years later as a zoo night after Añez claimed the post of tenuous position. She declared herself Morales resigned shortly after an attraction. Sana lived in several Senate leader, the position next in line interim president even though she Organization of American States audit parks in Germany before arriving for the presidency. Furious supporters lacked a quorum in the Senate after reported widespread irregularities in in 1993 at Planete Sauvage, a zoo of Morales responded by trying to force Morales’ party boycotted the session, the vote count. He is in Mexico, but his in western France near the city of their way to the Congress building in and she wasn’t sworn in by anyone resignation still needs approval by both Nantes that had opened the La Paz yelling, “She must quit!” before appearing on a balcony of the Houses of Congress, and lawmakers previous year. AFP Añez, a women’s rights activist and old presidential palace wearing the could not assemble the numbers for former TV presenter, seemed in a presidential sash. formal sessions. — AP THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 WORLD 21

Tempers flare over rebuilding Cambodia’s Angkor temple of Notre-Dame spire complex ending PARIS (TIP): The French army general charged with overseeing the elephant rides rebuilding of Paris’ fire-mangled Notre- PHNOM PENH (TIP): Officials Dame, has caused astonishment by in Cambodia have ordered that publicly telling the cathedral’s chief elephants that serve as tourist architect to “shut his mouth” in a sign of attractions at the country’s famed tension over the monument’s future Angkor temple complex be moved look. to a new home in a suitable jungle General Jean-Louis Georgelin and area. chief architect Philippe Villeneuve are The agency that oversees the at odds over whether to replace the Angkor site said in a statement on cathedral’s spire—which was toppled in November 14 it is important for the the April 15 blaze—with an exact replica, animals to be able to live in their or mix things up with a modern twist. natural habitat, and there are other President Emmanuel Macron, who ways to provide attractions and appointed Georgelin to head the massive rides for tourists. reconstruction project, has said he is in Some of the 14 elephants favour of adding a “contemporary” officially at the site are old and in touch. ill health. They have been But Villeneuve insists the tower must providing rides for tourists since be redone exactly as it was before. 2001. A female elephant there died Tensions boiled over into an open of heart failure in the heat after squabble at a meeting of the cultural the religious edifice—a deadline some The cathedral remains enveloped in giving a tourist a ride. affairs committee of the National experts see as too ambitious. scaffolding and plastic sheeting. The agency said tourists will be Assembly—the lower house of Villeneuve, however, has previously Georgelin told MPs the Notre-Dame allowed to see the elephants at parliament—late Wednesday. said the target could only be met if the “remains in danger”. their new location but not ride “As for the chief architect, I have spire is rebuilt to resemble its former “The phase of securing the edifice is them. — AP already explained that he should shut his self. not over. It will be done when the mouth,” Georgelin erupted, to gasps of The Notre-Dame, part of a UNESCO scaffolding around the spire has been Teenager kills one, astonishment from those present at the world heritage site covering the banks of dismantled,” he said, and warned of meeting. the river Seine in Paris, lost its gothic winter gales threatening to “destabilise” The former army chief of staff spire, roof and many precious artefacts the temporary, protective structure. injures three in suggested that “we move ahead in in the April 15 blaze. On the positive side, the Notre-Dame wisdom so that we can serenely make the Paris prosecutors said in June a poorly “no longer seems to be emitting lead” Russian college best choice for Notre-Dame, for Paris, for stubbed-out cigarette or an electrical offsite—a major concern shortly after MOSCOW (TIP): A 19-year-old the world”. fault could have started the fire and the disaster that saw hundreds of tonnes student in Russia’s Far East opened He said the final option will be decided opened an investigation into criminal of lead in the roof and steeple melt. fire in his college on Thursday in 2021, and called in the meantime for negligence. Villeneuve, the cathedral’s architect morning, killing one classmate and the “hustle and bustle” over the issue to Last month, the culture ministry said since 2013, told the RTL broadcaster last injuring three other people before stop. nearly one billion euros ($1.1 billion) had month: “Either I restore it identically, it shooting himself, investigators Georgelin confirmed the five-year been pledged or raised for the will be me, or they make a contemporary said. timeframe set by Macron for rebuilding gargantuan reconstruction. spire and it will be someone else.” — AFP The male student in a construction college in the town of Blagoveshchensk “murdered his classmate and wounded three using Chaos prevails in HK as protests intensify a rifle registered to him,” the Investigative Committee of far- HONG KONG (TIP): Pro-democracy eastern Amur region said. protesters today stepped up a ‘blossom “During (police) attempts to everywhere’ campaign of road blocks apprehend him, he shot himself and vandalism across Hong Kong that dead,” investigators said. has crippled the international financial The victim was also 19 while the hub this week and ignited some of the injured students ranged from 17 to worst violence in five months of unrest. 20 years old. The new phase in the crisis, which has The small college in the town forced schools and shopping malls to centre was surrounded with police close as well as the shutdown of large cars and some of the streets were chunks of the vital train network, has closed off on Thursday, local prompted the police to warn the city is website Amur.Info said, adding that on the verge of “total collapse and a the shooter likely used a shotgun in breakdown”. the middle of a lecture attended by China, facing the biggest challenge to 20 people. its rule of the territory since it was Russia has relatively few school handed back by the British in 1997, has shootings due to normally tight insisted it will not buckle to the pressure forcing many workers to stay at home. gas and rubber bullets. security in educational facilities and warned of even tougher security In the Central business district, “The rioters’ intention is to bring and the difficulty of buying measures. hundreds of people left their offices at Hong Kong into a total breakdown. No firearms legally but it is possible to Protesters choked roads and blocked lunchtime to join the more hardcore excuse, no political motives can justify register hunting rifles. traffic with anything they could lay their protesters setting up barricades outside or glory this madness,” police Last October, a teenage gunman hands on including bricks, bicycles, luxury-item shops and headquarters of spokesman John Tse told reporters on killed 20 people and injured more couches and other materials. Key big financial firms. Wednesday. than 40 at his college in Moscow- arterials routes were targeted in Masked protesters dressed in their The protest movement has been fuelled annexed Crimea, apparently morning and after-work peak hours. signature black were also locked in a by anger that China is choking the inspired by the 1999 Columbine Various lines on the subway — used series of tense standoffs at university liberties and freedoms that Hong Kong is high school shooting in the United daily by more than half of the city’s 7.5 campuses, following intense clashes on meant to have under the terms of the States. AFP million people — were also suspended, Tuesday night that saw police fire tear handover deal with the British. — AFP THE INDIAN PANORAMA 22 WOMEN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019

ll women have to suffer the agony of menstruation but much more Aincessant is the dark cloud of cultural nuances that hammer us down. PERIOD MYTHS WE NEED As soon as the pitiable and othered days, we have our mommies telling us what to do and what not to do. Poor thing is that the infiltrators of this half-believed, half- cooked knowledge are women TO SET STRAIGHT themselves and we have no option but to comply with these myths about periods. “happy hormone,” and progesterone is So, here’s looking into the hell that is linked to the part of the brain that made of those five days of our everyday causes fear, anxiety, and depression. living. The effects of hormones on mood are Myth 1: We’re always on ‘that time of the complicated, and while progesterone may depress some emotions, it has a month’ mood-balancing effect. First of all, it’s important to Myth 4: Hormones define women understand that a woman’s menstrual cycle is not the same as her period. The Speaking of hormones, women have actual time that a woman bleeds is been accused of being “hormonal” for a known as menstruation, but her long time. Some men have even equated menstrual cycle is the entire time from our feelings to hysteria, as if it’s an one period starting to the next. illness, to explain female behavior, but Although it’s widely circulated that a news flash: Everyone has hormones, woman’s menstrual cycle lasts 28 days, and nobody likes them to be messed that’s only an average number. Some with. Even men. Just take a look at this women’s cycles are much longer, from 29 study on male contraception, which to 35 days, while others can be shorter. was discontinued because participants Situations like travel, weight fluctuation, couldn’t handle contraception’s side emotions, and medication can all affect effects of acne, injection pain, and when a woman’s period occurs, too. emotional disorders. So, comments about how women are Women accept these same side effects “always on their time of the month” with their birth control, even if they aren’t appreciated. Every period is like negatively affect our overall well-being. every woman — unique to the individual. Myth 5: Period blood is dirty blood Myth 2: The pain of a period is ‘just like’ us more anxious, and can make us “happy hormone,” and progesterone is Period blood isn’t rejected body anything you’ve experienced downright unpleasant. It’s also not linked to the part of the brain that fluids or the body’s way of flushing out The pain we get during a period is real. anything you’ve experienced before. causes fear, anxiety, and depression. toxins. Think of it as evolved vaginal We’re not talking about headaches or Myth 3: It’s OK to dismiss our feelings The effects of hormones on mood are secretion — there’s a little bit of blood, bumping into sharp corners. Some of us complicated, and while progesterone uterine tissue, mucus lining, and have to take off work and curl up in bed, when we’re on our period may depress some emotions, it has a bacteria. hoping the pinching cramps will subside There’s a very real physical change mood-balancing effect. There’s a very But it doesn’t change whether or not because it’s that bad. in a woman’s body during this time. In real physical change in a woman’s body we can have sex, and it doesn’t mean This condition even has a medical the days leading up to a woman’s period during this time. In the days leading up conditions are less than ideal down name: dysmenorrhea. In fact, around 20 beginning — when she’s “PMSing” — to a woman’s period beginning — when there.Period blood is very different percent of women have dysmenorrhea her levels of estrogen plummet, while she’s “PMSing” — her levels of from blood that moves continuously that’s severe enough to interfere with her levels of progesterone sharply estrogen plummet, while her levels of through the veins. In fact, it’s less their daily activities. This condition increase. progesterone sharply increase. concentrated blood. It has fewer blood affects our ability to concentrate, makes Estrogen is linked to serotonin, the Estrogen is linked to serotonin, the cells than ordinary blood.

FOOD CORNER Checklist for skin care during COCOUNT CHICKEN CURRY Ingredients winter season 8 Pepper corns (Kalimirchi), 6 Coriander Roots (Dhania), 3 cms thinly sliced Ginger (Adrak) efriend a moisturiser, use face 625 ml Coconut milk, 2 thinly sliced Green chilli (Hari oils and avoid excessive mirch), 1 Lime Peel, 4 shredded Lime Leaves (Nimbu Ke Bexfoliation to get a natural Patte), 1 kg cut into 8 pieces Chicken, 1 tblsp Fish Sauce, glow despite the chill in the air. 3 tblsp Lime Juice (Nimbu Ka Raas) , 3 tblsp chopped Megha Shah, cosmetologist at Coriander (Dhania), To taste Salt (Namak) Beauty & Curves Clinic, Surat, has shared a few skin care tips that can Method be followed during winter season: Beat peppercorns, coriander roots and ginger together. Cool breeze may deprive your Heat peppercorn mixture in a wok. skin of the essential moisture Stir in chillies, coconut milk, lime peel and leaves. Heat that keeps it soft. Apply and to simmering point. then reapply the moisturiser. Mix the chicken pieces. But make sure that it is not too Cook over medium heat till the chicken is tender and heavy for your skin. Otherwise, liquid is reduced, it will take about 40 to 45 minutes. it will make your skin look oily Mix fish sauce, salt and lime juice. and dark. A gel-to-cream base moisturiser would be ideal for any skin type. Bio oil not only offers anti- ageing properties, but also provides nourishment to the it does not dilate capillaries Since your skin is already dry skin. These oils add a due to excessive heat. during winter season, protective layer to your skin Have a nutritionally rich diet excessive exfoliation will wash and offer that super glow. or food items rich in Omega 3 off all the natural oils from the Hot water takes off the natural for a glowing skin. Nuts and skin and can damage it badly oil from the body,it plays havoc seasonal vegetables are great causing redness. Use gentle if you already have a dry skin. for your skin. Avoid starchy exfoliators like oatmeal and A lukewarm water is ideal to and sugary foods as they may coffee powder, and seal it with a suit your body temperature as cause bloating and acne. cream. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 HEALTH 23 STRESS HORMONE CONTROLS YOUR BODY CLOCK 24/7 tress hormone, and not neurons, manage the fixed STAYING ACTIVE DURING Scircadian rhythm that controls everything from sleep needs to body HEART ATTACK RECOVERY temperature, the researchers have found. CAN DECREASE RISK OF Our internal clock is controlled by some very distinct hereditary DEATH BY 30% genes, known as clock genes. These genes are particularly active in the t’s never too late to start exercising — even if so-called suprachiasmatic nucleus you’ve had a heart attack. In fact, a new study area of the brain. Ishows that exercising regularly after you’ve However, these areas of the brain recovered from a heart attack can lower your risk of are not directly linked by neurons, dying. and this made researchers at the Physical activity is also safe for most people, with University of Copenhagen curious. benefits seen even from brisk walking for just 30 Using lab tests, the team minutes a day. demonstrated that the circadian “This study provides additional evidence that rhythm is controlled by the stress regular physical activity — such as a structured hormone, corticosterone. cardiac rehabilitation program — is a key part of "In humans, the hormone is maintaining wellness after recovery from an acute known as cortisol, and although the event [such as a heart attack],” said Dr. M. Wesley sleep rhythm in rats is the opposite Milks, medical director of cardiac rehabilitation at of ours, we basically have the same The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, in hormonal system," said Associate Columbus, Ohio, who wasn’t involved in the study. Professor Martin Fredensborg Rath Exercise works after heart attack from the Department of Neuroscience. In this case, however, the "This is interesting from a In the study, researchers from Harvard University In the study with the stress researchers used the pump to emit scientific point of view, because it examined data on more than 1,500 male survivors of a hormone corticosterone, the doses of corticosterone at different means that we have two systems - heart attack. The men were followed for about 14 years researchers removed the times of the day and night, similar the nervous system and the as part of the Harvard Health Professionals Follow-Up suprachiasmatic nucleus in a to the animals' natural rhythm. hormonal system - that Study. number of rats. "Nobody has used these pumps for communicate perfectly and Researchers found that men who increased their As expected, this removed the anything like this before. So influence one another, all in the physical activity from a low level before a heart attack circadian rhythm of the animals. technically,we were onto something course of a reasonably tight 24-hour to a high level afterward were 27 percent less likely to However, the circadian rhythm of completely new," said Rath. programme," Rath elaborated. die from any cause, compared to men who stayed at a the cerebellum was restored when With the artificial corticosterone The researchers now plans to low level. the rats were subsequently supplement, researchers were again study other rhythmic hormones in a This was true only for men who continued to implanted with a special able to read a rhythmic activity of similar manner, including exercise at the higher level for more than a few years. programmable micropump. clock genes in the animals. hormones from the thyroid gland. “Those who only participated in exercise shortly after the heart attack and then petered out did not have these survival benefits,” said Dr. Victoria Shin, chair of the cardiology division at Torrance Memorial DON’T LIKE VEGETABLES? IT Medical Center, in Torrance, California, who wasn’t involved in the study. Men who were high-level exercisers before their heart attack and were able to resume that level MAY BE YOUR GENES afterward benefitted even more: They were 39 percent less likely to die from any cause, compared to low-level hy is it difficult for some people to eat exercisers. vegetables? Researchers at the University of In addition, men who walked at least half an hour a WKentucky believe a certain gene makes day after their heart attack were 29 percent less likely compounds in some vegetables taste particularly bitter to die. That’s 210 minutes a week, which exceeds the to some people, so they avoid nutritious, heart-healthy physical activity recommendations. vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage. How fast men walked after their heart attack also Such individuals may also have a similar sensitivity mattered: The faster their pace, the lower their risk of to dark chocolate, coffee, and beer, according to Jennifer dying. The new study didn’t include women, although L. Smith, a licensed registered nurse and postdoctoral the results are similar to an earlier study done in fellow at the University of Kentucky School of postmenopausal women. Medicine and one of the authors of the preliminary study. The study, which will be presented at the American PAGE SPONSORED BY Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia cardiovascular disease. They analyzed food frequency November 16–18, is based on some previous work that questionnaires from 175 people. DR. SATISH AND GITANJLI ANAND found that this genotype was associated with the types The average age of the respondents was 52. More than of vegetables eaten by college students. 70 percent of them were female. They found that people DR. SATISH ANAND Humans are born with two copies of a taste gene with the PAV form of the gene were more than 2 1/2 Former Chairman, Board of called TAS2R38. Those who inherit two copies of the times as likely to rank in the bottom half of vegetables Trustees, AAPI National variant called AVI are not sensitive to the bitterness of consumed. E-Mail: these chemicals. But those who inherit one copy of AVI This study could change how doctors approach people [email protected] and one copy of PAV are especially sensitive and find who are advised to change their diet in order to have a these foods particularly bitter, Smith said. healthier cardiovascular system. For this study, researchers investigated the “This association could influence their ability to alter GITANJLI ANAND possibility that this association existed in people with their diets to meet a heart-healthy eating pattern,” Former President, India two or more cardiovascular disease risk factors. Over a Smith said. Association of Long Island 3-year period, they conducted a secondary analysis of Still, Smith said more research needs to be done (IALI) data using a sample from a previous study that about the best way to encourage people to eat their E-mail: investigated gene interactions in people at risk for vegetables. [email protected] THE INDIAN PANORAMA 24 SCIENCE AND TECH FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 GOOGLE SECRETLY GATHERING HEALTH DATA OF AMERICANS oogle is reportedly gathering health information of Gmillions of US citizens— without informing them or their doctors—to design an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven software, the media reported. Low-cost AI sensor may help According to a report in The Wall Street Journal, "Google is engaged save children, pets left in cars with one of the US's largest health- newly developed small, low-cost artificial care systems on a project to collect intelligence (AI) enabled sensor may help save and crunch the detailed personal- Achildren or pets left alone in vehicles by health information of millions of triggering an alarm, scientists said on Monday. people across 21 states" and at least The device combines radar technology with AI to 150 Google staffers may have access detect unattended children or animals with 100-per- to the data. cent accuracy, according to the researchers at the St. Louis-based faith-based University of Waterloo in Canada. healthcare organisation Ascension The device, which is small enough to fit in the palm is sharing lab results, diagnoses and may have access to sensitive patient support patient care. of a hand at just three centimetres in diameter, is hospitalisation records— as well as data and some may have "To be clear: under this designed to be attached to a vehicle’s rear-view mirror health histories complete with downloaded that data too. arrangement, Ascension's data or mounted on the ceiling, they said. patient names and dates of birth — As part of "Project Nightingale", cannot be used for any other The system works by sending out radar signals that with Google, the report claimed. Ascension uploaded patient data to purpose than for providing these are reflected back by people, animals and objects in the "The initiative, code-named Google's Cloud servers. services we're offering under the vehicle. The built-in AI then analyses the reflected 'Project Nightingale,' appears to be In a blog post, Google tried to agreement, and patient data cannot signals. the biggest effort yet by a Silicon clarify its partnership with and will not be combined with any “It addresses a serious, world-wide problem. The Valley giant to gain a toehold in the Ascension. "All of Google's work Google consumer data," said the system is so affordable it could become standard health-care industry through the with Ascension adheres to industry- company. equipment in all vehicles,” George Shaker, an handling of patients medical data," wide regulations regarding patient Ascension also issued a engineering professor at Waterloo said in a statement. the report said. data, and come with strict guidance statement, saying it is working with The researchers acknowledge that the development The crunching of health data is on data privacy,security and usage," Google to optimise the health and of the wireless, disc-shaped sensor was funded in part the next big frontier for tech giants said Tariq Shaukat, President, wellness of individuals and by an automotive parts manufacturer that is aiming to as Apple to Amazon and Microsoft Industry Products and Solutions, communities, and deliver a bring it to market by the end of 2020. are aiming big to infuse data Google Cloud. comprehensive portfolio of digital findings into their devices and Google said it has a Business capabilities that enhance the solutions in the burgeoning Associate Agreement (BAA) with experience of Ascension healthcare space. Ascension, which governs access to consumers, patients and clinical The New York Times later wrote Protected Health Information (PHI) providers across the continuum of that "dozens of Google employees" for the purpose of helping providers care. FACEBOOK PAY: HOW TO SET UP, AND HOW IT IS DIFFERENT FROM WHATSAPP PAY

acebook on Wednesday introduced a new payment Fplatform, Facebook Pay. The new service is aimed at making payments easier across Facebook, Twitter leads in child abuse Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Currently available in content on social media the US only, Facebook Pay comes before WhatsApp Pay roll-out in he UK-based Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) India which is expected to happen has revealed that nearly half of the child abuse by the end of this year. Tcontent in the social media space is being What is Facebook Pay? shared openly on micro-blogging platform Twitter. According to a report in The Telegraph that Facebook and Instagram both accessed the IWF data, 49 per cent of the images, allow users to sell products on videos and url links it found on social media, search their platforms. While Facebook engines and cloud services in the last three years has a dedicated Marketplace, were on Twitter - "making up 1,396 of the total 2,835 Instagram has been expanding its incidents". shopping feature. Facebook Pay This is a scary incident as the child abuse images will allow users to shop, donate to and videos slipped through Twitter's filters and were causes, and even send money to How, where to use it? Pay for in-game purchases, peer-to- available for anyone to see. friends. peer payments on Messenger, According to the IWF, it helps minimise the With Facebook Pay,you can add a If you’re living in the US, here’s payments on select Pages and availability of online sexual abuse content, preferred payment method to make how you can set up Facebook Pay. businesses on Facebook specifically child sexual abuse content hosted payments. This will do away with STEP 1: Go to Settings > Select Marketplace. You can also use the anywhere in the world. The majority of its work the need to re-enter payment Facebook Pay on the app or website. service to make payments for focuses on the removal of child sexual abuse images information each time you shop. STEP 2: Select a payment method fundraisers. and videos. Facebook also lets you set up STEP 3: Whenever you make your WhatsApp Pay "We search for child sexual abuse images and Facebook Pay app-by-app which next transaction, select Facebook videos and offer a place for the public to report them means the service isn’t Pay. WhatsApp Pay is expected to roll anonymously.We then have them removed," it said on automatically enabled. Users can Facebook says its new service is out in India by the end of this year. its website. see their payment history, manage compatible with most major debit Based on UPI (Unified Payment Microsoft's Bing search engine was second in the methods, and make changes to the and credit cards and even Paypal. Interface), WhatsApp Pay has been IWF report, with 604 incidents recorded between 2016 Settings in one place. Facebook will Initially, Facebook Pay will be available to select users as part of and 2018, followed by Amazon with 375 and Google also provide real-time customer available to Facebook and beta trials. WhatsApp Pay has so far with 348. support for its new service. Messenger. Users can use Facebook focused on peer-to-peer payments. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 BIZ AND FINANCE 25 No claimants for dormant Swiss accounts of Indians; some may get liquidated soon

NEW DELHI/ZURICH (TIP): No claimants have come forward for about a dozen dormant Swiss bank accounts linked to Indians, leaving SBI slashes GDP growth the funds lying in these accounts at the risk of getting transferred to the forecast to 5% in FY20 Switzerland government. The Swiss government began NEW DELHI (TIP): An SBI research report today making details of dormant sharply cut the country’s GDP growth forecast to 5% accounts public in 2015 to allow for FY 2019-20 from the earlier projection of 6.1%. their claimants submit necessary The second quarter GDP growth rate is likely to slip proof to get access to those funds, to 4.2% on account of low automobile sales, which included at least 10 accounts deceleration in air traffic movements, flattening of linked to Indians. core sector growth and declining investment in These included some accounts construction and infrastructure, according to linked to Indian residents and Ecowrap — the report from the Economic Research nationals from the British rule era, Department of SBI. but ironically not a single dormant list was first made public for claims details about accounts held by The report, however, said the economic growth rate account linked to an Indian has from the real owners or their heirs. Indians in Switzerland-based will pick up pace in 2020-21 to 6.2%. been successfully claimed in the last More accounts are being added financial institutions was given to To propel economic growth, it said, the RBI may go six years, as per the records every year since then after they India recently under this for “larger rate cuts” in December monetary policy available with the Swiss become dormant under the Swiss automatic information exchange review. authorities. banking laws and the list now information and the next such Last month, while reducing the key policy rate The claim period for some of includes nearly 3,500 accounts. exercise would take place in (repo) by 25 basis points for the fifth time in a row, the these accounts would expire next While Swiss bank accounts have September 2020. RBI had also reduced its growth forecast to 6.1% for month, while a few others can still been a matter of heated political In the meantime, the claims for 2019-20 from 6.9%. be claimed till the end of 2020. debate for many years in India due dormant accounts are being Meanwhile, the SBI research report said, “We are Incidentally,some of the accounts to suspicion that they were being managed by the Swiss Banking revising our GDP forecast for 2019-20 to 5% from 6.1% linked to Pakistan residents have used to hoard alleged black money, Ombudsman under cooperation earlier.” India’s GDP growth had dipped to about a six- have been claimed since then, as is it has also been suspected that from the Swiss Bankers year low of 5% in the first quarter of the fiscal. the case with several other accounts people linked to the erstwhile Association. “We expect Q2GDP growth at 4.2%. Our acceleration linked to residents from other princely states had stashed some As per the details available with rate for 33 leading indicators at 85% in October 2018 is countries including Switzerland funds in banks in Switzerland. the ombudsman, the dormant down to just 17% in September 2019, with such decline itself. Under global pressure over accounts linked to Indians that are gaining traction from March 2019,” the report said, The list included close to 2,600 recent years, Switzerland has waiting for their claimants include while terming the decline in September IIP by 4.3% as dormant accounts when it was first opened its banking system for those included to at least two “quite alarming”. made public in December 2015, regulatory scrutiny from abroad persons from the erstwhile Ecowrap further said the growth rate in 2019-20 which had around 45 million Swiss and it has also entered into pacts Calcutta (now known as Kolkata), “should be looked” through the prism of synchronised francs (over Rs 300 crore) lying for automatic exchange of one from Dehradun, two from global slowdown (countries have witnessed 22-716 unclaimed since at least 1955. There information on financial matters erstwhile Bombay (now known as basis point decline between June 2018 and June 2019, were also nearly 80 safety with a large number of countries, Mumbai) and also some Indian and India cannot be isolated!). unclaimed deposit boxes when the including India.The first batch of settled in France and the UK. Critical situation: Voda’s India Huawei to give staff $286 million future in doubt, says CEO LONDON (TIP): Vodafone has said its future in India could be in doubt unless the government stopped hitting operators with higher taxes and bonus for helping it ride out US curbs charges, after a court judgment over licence fee resulted in a 1.9 billion euro loss to the group in its SHENZHEN, CHINA (TIP): Chinese telecoms giant first half. Huawei Technologies said on Tuesday it will hand out 2 Chief Executive Nick Read said India, where billion yuan ($286 million) in cash rewards to staff Vodafone formed a joint venture with Idea Cellular working to help it weather a US trade blacklisting. in 2018, had been “a very challenging situation for a The world’s largest telecoms equipment provider has long time”, but it remained a sizable market where said it has been trying to find alternatives to US Vodafone had a 30% share. hardware after the United States all but banned it in “Financially, there’s been a heavy burden through May from doing business with American firms, unsupportive regulation, excessive taxes and on top disrupting its ability to source key parts. of that we got the negative Supreme Court decision,” The cash is a mark of recognition for work in the face he said today. of US pressure, Huawei’s human resources department Vodafone had asked the government for a relief said in a notice to staff seen by Reuters. It will also package comprising a two-year moratorium on double pay this month for almost all its 1,90,000 spectrum payments, lower licence fee and taxes and workers, a company spokesman said. waiving interest and penalties on the Supreme Court The cash rewards will likely go to research and case, which centred on regulatory fees. development teams and those working to shift the Asked if it made sense for Vodafone to remain in company’s supply chains away from the United States, India without any relief package, he said: “It’s fair to the spokesman said. say it’s a very critical situation.” Details of Huawei’s plan were first reported by the exclusion, Huawei had been working to find Read said Vodafone was not committing any more South China Morning Post on Tuesday. alternatives after it witnessed the crippling effect of US equity to India and the country effectively Many in the US government believe that Huawei’s sanctions on its smaller Chinese rival ZTE Corp in contributed zero value to the company’s share price. equipment, particularly its 5G networks, pose a early 2017. Vodafone, the world’s second largest mobile security risk, because of the company’s allegedly close The company is also the world’s second largest maker operator, reported improving organic revenue ties to the Chinese government. Huawei has denied the of smartphones and a surge in shipments of devices growth as it saw signs of improvement in Spain and Chinese government plays any role in its operations. helped it to report a 27% rise in third-quarter revenue Italy and as it integrates its German cable Although granted reprieves from much of the US last month. acquisition. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 26 ASTROLOGY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Shree Ganeshaya Namah

Bejan Daruwalla is world's most famous astrologertoday. He appears regularly on world wide TV shows. Bejan who has been a professor in English, hasauthored a number of books on astrology. India'sPrime Minister Narendra Modi , on March 29, 2012,lunched one of Bejan's books, '2012- End of theWorld? Bejan contributes to a number of journals andnewspapers in many parts of the world which includeBerkley Communications Bejan Daruwalla is available for astrological (London) Times of India(Delhi, Mumbai, consultations. He can be reached at Kolkata, Chennai) and The IndianPanorama ( [email protected] and on phone New York and Texas). Bejan's predictionshave mostly been correct and 011-91-8141234275 people the world overrely on his predictions. www.bejandaruwalla.com

The Indian Panorama brings you Weekly and Birthday Horoscope from the World's most trusted astrologer Bejan Daruwalla. Latest correct prediction: Modi's historic victory Weekly Horoscope - November 18 - November 24, 2019

ARIES: Ganesha says this is a strong situation. You LEO: You come to grips with life, with the SAGITTARIUS: You are moving ahead in many are both practical and idealistic. You are torn by several situation that holds you by the scruff of its neck and directions. You are a maze of pulls and pressures. compulsions. This is one of the most idealistic times in shakes you like a wet boy. I must add here, like I You are in the midst of people and yet may feel cut off your life and you are filled with sympathy for others. always do, that I am mere human and these are just from others and lonely too. You are not alone but you You want to reach out and help the whole world. You generalisations. You must recognise the fact that are certainly lonely. There may be new love affairs. may work with the sick and disadvantaged in some some aspects of your life need to be questioned and An old relationship may break up now. Do not dwell institutional setting or spend time with a religious worked on. Take the bull by the horns and work on on it. Move on, focus, concentrate your energy and group or some guru. changing the situation. Make whatever changes are don't scatter it. There is travel and many new TAURUS: You are moving ahead at a furious pace. appropriate. This is a time of testing. expenses too. Many things are on your plate. During this time, you VIRGO: You are on firmer ground. You are CAPRICORN: There is beauty and joy in your life. may also begin to take an interest in philosophy and wading through the maze of your mind and finding You spend on goodies without watching your pocket. religion as you want to know how you fit into the fulfilment. You are making new beginnings. You are You could be out on the first ball or even hit wicket universal order. You spend time on abstractions and how ready to take on more responsibility and hard work. on a wide. It is a silly way to get out. You could even they relate to your life. You are looking at new insights You look hard at the successful conclusion of score a self-goal or miss a penalty when it could have into your life that will make it much more meaningful. projects on hand. You examine your mistakes and been the decider. I know. This is the nature of life There are also expansions. realise that no one else but you are to blame. There and existence. You go where it takes you and often GEMINI: You live larger than life. Ganesha feels that is also stability at home and there is joy in the not where you want to be. Ask Ganesha for guidance. you overextend yourself. You may push too hard and family. AQUARIUS: You are forging ahead on all really hurt yourself in the bargain. You feel that LIBRA: There is a flurry of activity. There is cylinders and making headway in all your anything you do will work out all right. You take risks travel, new associations, many friends and undertakings. You are succeeding in unravelling all and gamble away. All I am saying is that there may not encounters that take your breath away.There may be the webs that have imprisoned you. This can be a be stability and direction in what you are doing. This is a roll in the hay and your indiscretion could cost you very imaginative period and you can use it positively not an especially lucky or lucky influence. All it does is dearly. There is a lot of experimentation in your life and well. You are more in touch with reality and yet make you confused. You live in a bubble of illusion. You now. There will be many experiences now and you allow your imagination to soar. You are both rational spend too much and make erratic and sometimes have to go with the flow. Ganesha is an ally and will and intuitive and this is, most certainly, a great way unwise decisions. support you wholeheartedly. But take care not to to be. CANCER: The Moon and your mind is wandering overextend yourself and take on new projects. You PISCES: You are on the go with new ventures and like the Ganges estuaries. It is going everywhere and could develop health issues. adventures. There will be more than the usual forming rivulets wherever there is soft ground. SCORPIO: There is emotion and new love. You expenses as you could also be planning a holiday Sometimes, particular event triggers off this period of spend tender moments in the arms of your beloved. with family and friends. Health is good too and there soul - searching. Or it could be just the workings of an Remember, I am using the singular here with great is happiness all around. You have nothing to idle mind. There could be problems in your business or deliberation. You have a tendency to sow your wild complain about. Your peer group rallies around you professional life. You may feel weak and insecure and oats. Go for it but watch your step. You help out with as you rise steadily in your career. There could be people may take advantage of your apparent weakness. charities and give yourself freely to missions. No new love too and you spend quality time in the arms You look around for answers and seek out god men or one understands you now. You are a strange bundle of amora! Ganesha is by your side making your gurus. There may be some solace in them but the final of contradictions. You are both ecstatic and sojourn in this planet as comfortable as possible. You answers have to come out of your core. mournful. Even you do not know where to hide. are filled with optimism and hope.

Birthday Horoscope November 18 - November 24, 2019

Nov 18: Ganesha says, you fare best on home quiet reflection, soul searching, recharging at least it's not dull! turf, which makes this a good year to invite your physical and mental "batteries". Schedule Nov 23: Problems you face won't leave much people over. Surprises involving home and medical exams. wiggle room. Though you don't have much family are the kind you'll like. Be open to the Nov 21:An active Moon is your green light to leverage, especially socially or financially, that innovative, technological, and modern. forge ahead with plans. You're a force to be doesn't mean you should be a pushover. Stand Nov 19: Be careful of making any reckoned with. You're full of ideas and the up for yourself! commitments or taking on burdens, especially energy to put them into action. Make Nov 24: A lack of funds or other shortages if they involve friends or money or a something happen! could put a crimp in your plans, or you could combination of the two. You could get in over Nov 22: The year brings a change of pace, but your head. Read the "fine print". you're still your outgoing gregarious self. view these as an opportunity to make use of Nov 20: The Moon may incline you to Although the trend is still up, however, your ingenuity. There are benefits to be found withdraw from the world, nice for engaging in everything isn't likely to go your own way. But in hidden places. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 SPIRITUALITY 27 SYMBOLISM OF PUJA, THE RITUAL WORSHIP OF GOD n Hinduism we come across a common method of worship called Ipuja or pooja. Unlike the elaborate sacrificial ceremonies, it can be performed by anyone except those who have incurred impurity due to menstruation or the death of a family member, etc. As the most popular form of worship, "puja" is practiced in almost every Hindu household even today,either every day,occasionally on certain days in a week or month, or on important religious, auspicious or festive occasions as required by tradition. A puja can either be a simple ritual worship or a very complicated one, depending upon the way it is performed. One may perform it to overcome a problem, seek divine help, or just to render devotional service to the family deities. For many people, puja is part of the daily sacrifice (nitya karma). Meaning of puja Many interpretations can be given in Hinduism to the word "puja" which consists of two letters, namely, "pa" and "ja." According to one interpretation, "pa" means "parayana" or continuous repetition of the names of God and "ja" means "japa" or continuous mental householder. According to the Vedic by a peace of cotton thread in simple grace for which he specifically chooses recitation of the names of God. tradition, visiting guests are considered ceremonies or real clothes in more prayers and hymns that extol the virtues, According to this interpretation "puja" is gods (athidhi devo bhava) and they are organized ones. triumphs and greatness of the deity. essentially a kind of Hindu worship in supposed to be treated with the same Having made him comfortable in the In more elaborate ceremonies of which both parayanam and japam are respect as gods are treated during an new attire and honoring him with a high Hinduism, which may last for one more practiced by the devotees. invocation or sacrificial ceremony. Thus, seat, the worshipper then makes him a days, the deity is entertained with songs, In a puja ceremony, Hindus offer both although the puja ceremony is a later day series of offerings namely pushpam music and dance, and on occasions taken flowers and water to the deity. Thus from development, the idea of honoring the (flowers), phalam (fruit), gandham out in a public procession. He is also this point of view, "pu" means "pushpam" deity by paying respects and making (sandal paste), dhupam (incense), made a number of customary offerings or flower and "ja" means "jal." The letter offerings is very much rooted in Vedic deepam (light), naivedyam (food), jalam and gifts such as clothes, incense, "ja" can also mean simultaneously ritualism and sacrificial ceremonies. (water), mantram (recitation of sacred flowers, perfumes, light, ornaments, "japam." So in this context, puja becomes During the ceremony, the first step verses) and mantra-pushpam (a sacred food items, money, etc. These offerings that form of Hindu worship, during involves uttering an invocation, mantra flower). All these arrangements, may be real or imaginary. Both which water and flowers are offered to or prayer, inviting the chosen god to visit devotional offerings and respectful approaches are valid. Their purpose is to God along with recitation of His names. the place of worship, which is indicated to prayers are intended to make the deity express one’s gratitude, devotion, love Lastly, puja has a spiritual dimension him by specifying the directions, the time feel comfortable and at home in the new and surrender. also. According to this interpretation, and the place name. This is generally surroundings and enter a positive state of The puja ceremony of the Hindus, puja means that form of worship through performed either by a mediating priest or mind. generally ends with the offering of which we give birth to or awaken the the worshipper himself. Once it is done, it Once the worshipper follows all the aarati or sacred flame to the deity and indwelling spirit in us. Here "pu' means is assumed that the deity has agreed to steps and makes sure that he has the distribution of prasadam, or the "purusha," meaning the eternal self and come and arrived at the designated place endeared himself to the deity with his remains of the offering. The word "ja" means "janma," meaning to give birth as requested. The worshipper then devotion and sincerity, he intensifies his prasadam is a combination of two words to or to awaken. washes his feet with a symbolic gesture worship with more prayers and namely 'pra' and 'sada'. It literally means According to Hindu beliefs, during the and offers him a seat with utmost respect. supplication, expressing deep devotion the bestowed or giver of eternal life. puja the deity, which is normally an idol These honors are extended to him as if and gratitude. The purpose of such an Hindus believe that, when an offering of or a statue, comes to life. This happens he is physically present in front of the elaborate procedure is to build rapport food is made to a deity, it becomes pure, both outwardly in the object of worship worshipper in person. Just we offer water with the deity and earn his love and sacred and blessed with his touch. or the deity and inwardly in the subject of or a drink to a visiting guest to quench worship or the devotee. The statue or the his thirst as if he has walked in the PAGE SPONSORED BY form of the deity is brought to life bright sun for a long time, the worshipper externally through the chanting of next offers him water to drink by placing ARISH K. SAHANI mantras or special invocations, or a glass in front of the idol or dropping specifically speaking, through the water with a small spoon or ladle. Once Serving Since 1972 performance of 'prana pratishta' or he is seated, as a mark of utmost Please Call or Write for Your Insurance Needs establishing the life breath in it. Similarly, reverence, love and self-surrender, he the indwelling spirit in the worshipper is once again washes his feet with Arish K Sahani (Father) awakened because of his sincerity, ceremonial water. concentration, devotion, and divine grace After that, the idol is bathed with Shiv Sahani (Son) which is symbolically represented as water, milk, honey, etc., and massaged 'prasad," grace or blessing from above. with various perfumes and scented Priya Sahani Sood (Daughter) pastes such as turmeric powder, sandal How puja is conducted paste and curd mixed with ghee to the 7 1 8 - 2 7 1 - 1 9 0 6 Hindus perform pujas in various ways. accompaniment of various mantras [email protected] The commonest form of worship follows a which usually end with “samarpayami,” well-established sequence of actions, or meaning, “I have offered.” After the “If Hindus don’t maintain Hinduism, who shall save it?” procedure, which is approximately bathing ceremony, the deity is offered similar to how a visiting guest is new clothes to wear during the ceremony, “If India’s own children don't cling to their faith, who shall guard it?” customarily treated by a devout which is symbolically represented either “Indians alone can save India, and India and Hinduism are one.” THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 TRAVEL 28 SHILLONG: THE SCOTLAND OF THE EAST

escribed variously as the Scotland spending some time in Wards Lake. of the East, abode of clouds and Extend your walk towards the northeast Dthe Rock Capital of India, Shillong direction of the lake and after about 15 has to be one of India’s most sought after minutes you will arrive at the Shillong tourist destinations in today’s times. A Golf Course which with all its greenery mesmerizing land of immense natural and pine trees! beauty, this present day capital city of Meghalaya has a long standing history.It BOATING AT UMIAM LAKE was the British capital of the then Located about 15 kms north of undivided Assam. The city’s colonial Shillong, this lake is basically a water charm is a paradise for nature and reservoir that was formed due to the heritage lovers alike. Present day capital damming of the Umiam river. of Meghalaya, Shillong is the ultimate Historically this lake holds a special hangout point for music lovers as well place in North East India, courtesy the who is looking for new sounds and fact that the dam that gave birth to stirring melodies. Umiam Lake is the first Hydel power Embark on a musical journey in the project in the region. A massive water city often referred to as India's Rock body,the total catchment area of the lake Capital and a watchful stroll along the and dam is spread over 220 square kms. narrow alleys is a good start to have. This beautiful lake is a paradise for the Extend your sojourn and see names like nature lovers and ones who crave for a Lou Majaw, Afflatus and Soulmate in hide out from the daily hustle of city life. their own territory.For the ones who like The water of Umiam Lake is very clean things ready-on-a-platter, we suggest you and hence offers a never-to-be missed visit Shillong during any music concert. opportunity of boating and other water Once your thirst for melody is quenched, activities. Hire a boat and sail into its MUSICAL SOJOURN those concerts and cast a spell of melody time for some water rappelling at the crystal clear water to enjoy the on the audience leaving them wanting Elephant Falls; golfer or non golfer, surrounding beauty of the entire Shillong is the unofficial but for more. Shillong Golf Course is one place you landscape. The water sports complex at undisputed rock capital of India with a would not want to miss out on; take a Umiam Lake offers adventure sports legacy of musical heritage that runs WATERFALL RAPPELLING leisurely stroll along the Wards Lake and options like water skiing, sailing and through the veins of every Shillong Elephant Falls is the combination of indulge in water activities like boating, rowing to the visitors. dweller. Music is in the air of this three small torrents that form a strong skiing and rowing at the Umiam Lake. beautiful city and get ready to bump into stream that adorns the fern-covered GOLFING IN SHILLONG at least one good musician with his rocks. The place got its name in the TAKE A STROLL AROUND Courtesy its past as the British capital instrument hanging on the shoulder in colonial era when the Englishmen WARDS LAKE of the then undivided Assam, Shillong has any corner of Shillong. The influence of spotted a giant rock resembling an the imprints of the days bygone; Shillong metal and rock sound is prominent in elephant near the fall. The rock got Located in the midst of the colonial era Golf Course is one of them. But it will be Shillong music scene but let's not destroyed during an earth quake and the Shillong, Wards Lake is a popular sheer injustice to the magnanimous entity undermine the rich local musical Englishmen left the country but the hangout place for the tourists and locals if we box it up only as a colonial remnant flavours that are equally rich in tone and name stayed. Due to its origin in three alike. Unlike the Umiam Lake, this one is and a place for the professional players to texture. Shillong is home to India's first streams, the water force of Elephant more planned and all the facilities have test their skills. The 18-hole course is a and most prominent all-female band Falls is one to reckon with which offers been provided keeping in mind green paradise with grass spread across Afflatus and the famous Lou Majaw. Few ample opportunities for adventure sports requirements of the leisure traveller. like carpet with trees standing like of the bars and pubs are known for their like waterfall rappelling. For starters, The entire area is adorned with flower watchful protectors. The lush green hills live band performances with famous you can try rappelling from the height of beds, beautiful trees, lovely high lands that form the backdrop of beautiful pine local bands like Soulmate and Prisoners 40 ft and don't worry; you will be well and a bridge. Seekers of tranquility will and rhododendron trees add to the of Chaos weaving their magic. And if harnessed under expert surveillance. have their share of personal space amid splendor of the landscape. Be a part of the you have had enough of indoor Climb down from your starting point and a growing city; nature lovers can admire golf tournaments that are held on this performances, maybe you should visit feel the immense water pressure on you the man-made corner for the greens and venue to be one with the surroundings Shillong during a music concert. Indian while you struggle to find your footing in photography enthusiasts will not mind and its legacy. and international musicians gather in the slippery rocks. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019 CLASSIFIEDS 29

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Three books launched on Guru Nanak Dev message of Guru Nanak Dev's writings among readers of Indian sub-continent. These books, published originally in Punjabi, shall be translated into 15 Ji at Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Khalsa College major Indian languages. Speaking on the occasion, Food NEW DELHI (TIP): Human Processing Industries Minister Resource Development Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal said, the Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank and Food teachings and philosophy of Guru Processing Industries Minister Nanak Dev are still relevant in today's Harsimrat Kaur Badal November 7 world. unveiled three books on Guru Nanak Addressing the gathering, Human Dev Ji in New Delhi. Resource Development Minister The books were launched in the run- Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank called up to 550th Birth Anniversary upon the people to take the message of celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji at a the Guru Nanak Dev in every nook and function at Sri Guru Teg Bahadur corner of the globe. Khalsa College. The National Book Trust has published these titles - 'Guru The books were launched in the run-up to Nanak Bani', 'Nanak Bani', and 550th Birth Anniversary celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji at a function at Sri Guru Teg 'Sakhian Guru Nanak Dev' to spread the Bahadur Khalsa College

CONTD FROM PAGE 1 how to mutually cooperate more effective in the next 10 your children," the Santa Clarita Valley branch of the years. Despite success in many areas, there is Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office tweeted. Terrorism results in $1-trillion considerable scope to increase efforts in some areas. Saugus High School and all schools in the William S. loss to world economy: PM Modi "The theme of this summit - 'Economic growth for an Hart district were placed on lockdown while authorities innovative future', is very apt. Innovation has become flooded the area. scourge has caused USD 1 trillion loss to the world the basis of our development. Therefore, it is necessary Video from local NBC television showed a line of economy. that we strengthen cooperation for innovation under students walking away from the school and a row of In 10 years, terrorism has claimed the lives of about BRICS," the Prime Minister said. police and fire department vehicles parked out front. 2.25 lakh people and destroyed societies, Modi said. Modi said with the mutual recognition of visas, KTLA video, broadcast on CNN, showed one woman "The atmosphere of doubt created by terrorism, social security agreement and qualifications, "we will being loaded into an ambulance. terror financing, drug trafficking and organized crime give people of five countries a more conducive "Several injured. LASD resources on site and indirectly and deeply harms trade and business. I am environment for mutual travel and work". searching for suspect," Los Angeles Sheriff's happy that the first seminar on BRICS Strategies for Leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Department Undersheriff Tim Murakami said in a post Countering Terrorism was organized. Africa on Thursday opened the 11th BRICS Summit on Twitter. "Will be locking down area schools. Advise "We hope that such efforts and activities of the five where deliberations are taking place on key areas such residents to shelter in place and report any suspicious working groups will increase strong BRICS Security as trade, investment and counterterrorism. activity." (Source: Reuters) Cooperation against terrorism and other organized Ahead of the summit, BRICS leaders-Brazilian crimes," the Prime Minister said. President Jair Bolsonaro, Prime Minister Modi, Prince Charles hails contribution According to the BRICS joint statement, the five Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President of Sikhs in United Kingdom countries condemned terrorism in all its forms and Vladimir Putin and South African President Cyril manifestations, which should not be associated with Ramaphosa-posed for a group photo. has hailed the "inspiring" principles of Sikhism and any religion, nationality or civilization, and recognize Brazil is the current chair of the grouping which the contribution of the Sikh community in the UK. The terrorist acts as criminal and unjustifiable. represents over 3.6 billion people, or half of the world Prince of Wales, who visited Gurdwara Bangla Sahib "We urge for concerted efforts to fight against population and they have a combined nominal GDP of in New Delhi to mark the 550th birth anniversary of terrorism under UN auspices in accordance with USD 16.6 trillion. - PTI Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, posted a international law, recognize the primary role of states personal message on the Clarence House Instagram and their competent authorities in preventing and Assembly elections in J&K soon, page before he left for India. countering terrorism and express our conviction that a says L-G Girish Chandra Murmu "As I depart for India, on my tenth official visit, I just comprehensive approach is necessary to ensure want to convey my warmest best wishes to all of you in effective results in combating terrorism. -- who had to resign as the Chief Minister after the the Sikh Community in the UK, and across the "We recall the responsibility of all states to prevent BJP had withdrawn support from the coalition Commonwealth, on the 550th Birth Anniversary of financing of terrorist networks and terrorist actions, government in June 2018. Guru Nanak Dev Ji," he said. including those from their territories," the statement On August 5 this year, the Centre announced the "The principles on which Guru Nanak founded the said without referring to any country. unprecedented measure of abrogating Article 370 - Sikh religion, and which guide your lives to this day,are Modi said sustainable water management and which granted J&K semi-autonomy - and converted the the ones which can inspire us all -- hard work, fairness, sanitation are important challenges in urban areas. state into a Union Territory.The UT-status of J&K came respect, and selfless service to others. In embodying "I propose to hold the first meeting of BRICS water into effect from October 31. these values, Sikhs have made the most profound ministers in India," Modi said. Attempts to re-initiate the electoral process gained an contribution to the life of this country, and continue to "Recently, we started 'Fit India Movement'. I want to impetus after the Centre recorded an unprecedented 98 do so, in every imaginable field, just as you do in so increase contacts and exchanges between us in the field percent turnout in the J&K Block Development Council many other places around the world." of fitness and health," he said. elections held on October 24. "This week, as Sikhs everywhere honor the founder of Modi also emphasized on paying special attention to your faith, my wife and I wanted you to know just how mutual trade and investment, saying intra-BRICS trade 5 wounded in shooting at much your community is valued and admired by us all, accounts for just 15 per cent of the world trade, while its California high school and that our thoughts are with you at this very special combined population is over 40 per cent of the world's time," Prince Charles added, signing the note, "HRH population. Reports of approximately 5 victims being treated. The Prince of Wales." 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The right-handed batsman is currently tied at the 2nd place in the list of players with most Test centuries (19) as captain along with Australia’s Ricky?Ponting. If SINDHU EXITS, SRIKANTH Kohli manages to get a ton in?Indore, he will surpass Ponting ENTERS QUARTERFINALS to take the sole spot at the 2nd HONG KONG (TIP): World champion PV Sindhu position in the list. Currently, exited the $400,000 Hong Kong Open in the pre- former South Africa international quarterfinals but Kidambi Srikanth made the Graeme Smith is on the top position quarters for the first time in seven months after in the list with 23 hundreds as claiming a thrilling win in men's singles here today. captain in?Tests. It was also curtains for HS Prannoy and Parupalli Kohli can also equalise Ponting’s Kashyap as they suffered contrasting losses in the record of centuries as captain second round. across all formats. Ponting had World No. 6 Sindhu went down 18-21 21-11 16-21 to scored 41 tons as captains across world No. 18 Busanan Ongbamrungphan of Thailand formats, while the Indian skipper is in 69 minutes to continue her recent dismal run. currently at 40. If he gets one more, Srikanth emerged as the only Indian survivor after he will be tied at the top spot along notching up a 21-11 15-21 21-19 win over compatriot with Ricky Ponting. Sourabh Verma in the men's singles second round. Kohli has 7,066 runs in the format Earlier, Prannoy suffered a 12-21 19-21 loss to and is currently at the 7th position Jonatan Christie in the second round. Former in the list of Indian players with Commonwealth Games champion Kashyap went most runs in the Test. If he down fighting to world No. 2 Chou Tien Chen of manages to score 146 runs in the Chinese Taipei 21-12 21-23 10-21. match, he will surpass former India In other results, fourth seeded Japanese pair of captain Sourav Ganguly to reach Arisa Higashino and Yuta Watanabe beat the Indian 6th position in the list. Ganguly, in for the fourth wicket. Spinner the umpires to break for Tea. Taijul pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Ashwini his career, amassed 7,212 runs in 113 Ravichandran Ashwin broke the Islam then played out Shami’s hat- Ponnappa 21-19 21-12 in 42 minutes in the mixed Tests, at an average of 42.17. stand after getting Mominul bowled trick ball after the break, but was doubles. In terms of innings, India are also for 37. It was his 250th wicket in later run out for one. Yadav cleaned miles ahead from other teams, with home Tests, and he added to the up Ebadat Hossain to wrap up the India assured of 6 medals at Kohli & Co. inflicting an all-out in 37 tally by then bowling Mahmudullah innings in 58.3 overs. innings since 2018. for 10. India were 86 for one at stumps Asian Youth Boxing England (30), Sri Lanka (24) and Shami ended Mushfiqur’s after Rohit Sharma was caught South Africa (24) make the top four resistence and struck on successive behind off paceman Abu Jayed for ULAANBAATAR (TIP): India were assured of a in the list. Yadav, Sharma and deliveries to stop the Bangladesh six. Mayank Agarwal, on 37, and bagful of medals at the Asian Youth Boxing Shami took wickets in the morning tail from wagging. Shami bowled Cheteshwar Pujara, on 43, put on an Championships after six of the country’s pugilists session before Mushfiqur, who top- Mushfiqur and then trapped new unbeaten 72-run stand to see off the advanced to the semifinals with dominating scored with 43, and Haque put on 68 man Mehidy Hasan lbw, prompting day’s play. victories here today. Soy Selay (49kg), Aman (+91kg), Ankit Narwal (60kg), Naorem Chanu (51kg), Jasmine (57kg) and Vinka (64kg) made the last-four stage. Selay defeated Philippines’ Flint India vs Bangladesh: Stats reveal Indian Jara 5-0, while Aman (+91kg) out-punched Taiwan’s Kai-Hsung Wang in a bout that didn’t go the full distance. Narwal was also up against a Taiwanese, bowlers’ dominance in Tests since 2018 Yu Lin, and the Indian prevailed 5-0. In the women’s draw, Chanu claimed a 5-0 triumph over South NEW DELHI (TIP): India bowlers displayed yet Korea’s Eunsu Sun. Jasmine got the better of another scintillating performance with the ball on Day Japan’s Kimura Mona, while Vinka sailed past 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Indore as the Taiwan’s Hsueh-Tzu Tsui. However, Neha Kasnyal visitors were bowled out for 150. After winning the toss, (60kg) and Rohit Mor (52kg) bowed out following Bangladesh captain Mominul Haque opted to bat. With quarterfinals losses. Mohammed Shami picking up three wickets, and Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav and R Ashwin picking up two Ex-Arsenal star Thierry Henry wickets each, the hosts inflicted yet another all out in the longest format. to coach Montreal Impact Doing so, Kohli-led India inflicted an all-out for the 20th time in a Test since 2018, which is the highest by PARIS (TIP): Ex-Arsenal star Thierry Henry has any team. England have inflicted an all-out in 18 been appointed coach at MLS franchise Montreal matches since 2018, while Australia have inflicted an Impact on a two-year contract, the Canadian club all-out in 16 matches. announced on Thursday. “Welcome to Montreal In terms of innings, India are also miles ahead from @ThierryHenry!” the Major League Soccer (MLS) other teams, with Kohli & Co. inflicting an all-out in 37 club tweeted. Henry, whose baptism of fire as a innings since 2018. England (30), Sri Lanka (24) and manager ended in disaster at French club Monaco South Africa (24) make the top four in the list. when he was fired in January, will coach the Yadav, Sharma and Shami took wickets in the new man Mehidy Hasan lbw, prompting the umpires to Canadian club for a minimum of two seasons, morning session before Mushfiqur, who top-scored break for Tea. Taijul Islam then played out Shami’s hat- Montreal Impact said. with 43, and Haque put on 68 for the fourth wicket. trick ball after the break, but was later run out for one. “Henry signed a two-year deal, with an option for Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin broke the stand after Yadav cleaned up Ebadat Hossain to wrap up the 2022,” the club said on its website. Henry, 42, who getting Mominul bowled for 37. It was his 250th wicket innings in 58.3 overs. helped France win the World Cup in 1998, is in home Tests, and he added to the tally by then India were 86 for one at stumps after Rohit Sharma familiar with the MLS, having played from 2010 to bowling Mahmudullah for 10. was caught behind off paceman Abu Jayed for six. 2014 with the New York Red Bulls. Shami ended Mushfiqur’s resistence and struck on Mayank Agarwal, on 37, and Cheteshwar Pujara, on 43, “It’s an honour to coach the Montreal Impact and successive deliveries to stop the Bangladesh tail from put on an unbeaten 72-run stand to see off the day’s return to MLS,” Henry said on the website. wagging. Shami bowled Mushfiqur and then trapped play. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 32 ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2019