Swami Vivekananda Concentrate on the Four Aspects O F M E a N I N G F U L L I F E

Monday 18 January - 24 January 2021 Mumbai TheThe Year : 2nd Editor - in - Chief Issue No. : 45 HULAHULHULAHUL TTimesimes Mr. Ravi Singh Initiative by HULAHUL Foundation ARMY DAY: REMEMBERING FIELD MARSHAL KODANDERA M. CARIAPPA “Either I will come back after hosting the tricolour or I will come wrapped in it, but I will Cariappa retired in 1953. After having served the country for over three decades, he had be back for sure.” gained a lot of experience of staff and command work. Hence, until 1956, he served as the Indian high commissioner to New Zealand and Australia. With an intention of welfare towards ex-servicemen, Cariappa in the year 1964 started the Indian Ex-Servicemen's rmy Day is observed on 15 January each year across League (IESL). He was also a major force in the setting up of the Directorate of Resettlement India, commemorating the taking over of Field which later came to be known as Directorate General Resettlement. It was an inter-service AMarshal Kodandera M. Cariappa as the first organization that ran under the Department of Ex-servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in the year 1949. The day that took responsibility of resettlement of retired soldiers. He took charge of the re- is celebrated in New Delhi, the national capital of India, in the form organization of armed forces in various countries. He was awarded with the Legion of Merit of military shows and parades. Army Day is observed to salute the in the field of Chief Commander by Harry S. Truman, the then American President. As a sign soldiers who have sacrificed their lives to protect the country and the of appreciation for the commendable service by Cariappa towards the nation, the Indian countrymen. Government honoured him with the rank of Field Marshal on 28 April 1986 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, at a special ceremony. History Army day celebrations in India India got its independence on 15 August 1947, after being ruled by the British for almost 200 years. The country was experiencing communal riots during the time of independence. Army Day celebrations take place all over the The country saw the coming of refugees from Pakistan and migration of Indians towards country, but the main parade which is the Army Day Pakistan as well. Under such crucial circumstances, it became mandatory for the Indian army parade, is held at Cariappa Parade ground in Delhi to take the situation under control as many administrative problems started arising. Indian cantonment. Sena medals and Gallantry awards are army aimed at ensuring peace during partition. During the time of independence, the British given away on this day. Fifteen soldiers were awarded General Sir Francis Butcher was in charge of the Indian army. Hence, full control was handed with the bravery awards in the year 2020. Every year, over to Field Marshal Kodandera M. Cariappa on 15 January 1949. Since this was a the Ashok Chakra and Param Vir Chakra awardees remarkable event for the Indian Army, the transfer of power from the hands of British to an make their participation in the Army Day parade. Indian citizen has been observed as Army Day in India. Military hardware, a combat display and numerous contingents are part of the parade. This day is observed Short bio of Cariappa mainly to salute the brave fighters who have sacrificed their lives to protect the motherland. Every year, at the celebration of Army Day, the Indian Army Chief takes the salute. India observed its 70th Army Day in the year 2018. The 71st Indian Army Day of the year 2019, Field Marshal Sir Kodandera “Kipper” Madappa Cariappa was the first Indian who saw for the first time a woman officer leading the Army contingent on Army Day parade. Lt. became the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army. During the Indo-Pakistan War of 1947, Bhawana Kasturi led the contingent of 144 male officers. Indian Army also organized he led the Indian forces on the western front. In India, only two Indian Army Officers hold the photography, painting, slogan writing and video making competition for the occasion. The Five-star rank of Field Marshal, and he is one among them. The other person holding Five- best entries were featured on social media platforms and were awarded with prize money. On star rank is Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Field Marshal Cariappa was born on 28 January 15th January 2020, 15 soldiers were given the gallantry awards, while 18 battalions got unit 1898, in Madikeri, Kodagu. After the end of World War I, Cariappa joined the British Indian citations. The military parades included the showcase of infantry combat vehicle BMP-2K, Army. He was temporarily commissioned as the first lieutenant in the 2/88 Carnatic Infantry. locally built Dhanush towed guns, K9 Vajra-T artillery guns, short span bridging system and 1/7 Rajputs became his permanent regiment, after being transferred into multiple regiments. T-90 main battle tanks. His military career spanned for over three decades. The records he has created in his lifetime are commendable. He is regarded as the first Indian military officer to have attended the Staff College in Quetta. He is also the first Indian to command a battalion. He was also one of the Conclusion two first Indians who were selected for training at Imperial Defence College at Camberley. He has served in numerous staff capacities at numerous unit and command headquarters. He Army Day is celebrated in India as a way of saluting the brave hearts for their has also served at the General Headquarter of New Delhi. He served as the commander of the unrelenting service for the country and the countrymen. This day serves as a reminder for the Eastern and Western Command of the Indian Army before taking over as the Commander-in- citizens of the country about the sacrifices of the Army men in the act of safeguarding the Chief rank. public. ****

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INDIA CELEBRATES FESTIVAL OF HARVEST: LOHRI, PONGAL AND MAKAR SANKRANTI

ndia is a vast country celebrating numerous Significance If e s t i v a l s i n d i ff e r e n t seasons. Autumn is generally Makar Sankranti is one of the largely referred to as the 'Season of Harvest'. celebrated festivals of India and Nepal. Autumn falls in the month of January, The main event of this day is the flying of and is marked by the celebration of kites. The festival is wholly dedicated to festivals all over the country. The the Hindu god 'Surya'. People take a holy farmers of the country anticipate dip on this day in rivers, especially Ganga, prosperity in the process of harvest. Godavari, Yamuna, Kaveri and Krishna. This bathing is attributed to the belief that Lohri it would wash away the past sins.

Lohri is a popular festival, Pongal celebrated mainly in and around Punjab. This folk festival marks the passing of the winter season. It is a traditional way of welcoming longer days and the journey of sun towards Pongal, also called Thai Pongal, is a harvest festival of Tamil community that lasts for the northern hemisphere. This festival is observed the night before Makar Sankranti, also multiple days. This festival is observed at the start of the 'Thai month' of the Tamil calendar. known as Maghi, and according to the Bikrami calendar, falls on the same date every year. This festival of harvest is dedicated to the Sun god and is observed for four days. The first day It is an ancient mid-winter festival that originated near the Himalayan mountains region. is called 'Bhogi Pongal', the second day as 'Surya Pongal', third day as 'Maatu Pongal' and The onset of the new season with longer days was marked by the lighting of bonfires by forth day as 'Kaanum Pongal'. According to the tamil tradition, this festival marks the end of traditional Hindus. After the bonfire celebrations, Hindus used to visit a sacred water winter. The festival is named by the ceremonious 'Pongal', which means 'to boil or overflow'. body such as a lake or river to bathe. It refers to the traditional dish of rice boiled in milk with jaggery, prepared on this special day. The day begins with the preparation of 'Pongal' and offering the same to the gods and Significance goddesses, which is followed by an offering to cows. The festive celebrations include the decorating of cows and their horns, with ritual bathing and processions. Women make During the ancient times, it was seen as both a winter crop season celebration and a rangolis, generally called 'Kolam' in Tamil, using rice powder. way of remembering the Sun deity. Lohri songs are sung asking the Indian Sun god for heat and also thanking him for his return. Some relate the festival with the folk reverence Significance for fire (Agni). Another folklore exists that relates Lohri to the tale of Dulla Bhatti. Dulla Bhatti was a legend who lived in the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. He was seen as a Pongal is one of the major festivals of the Tamil people. The first day, usually termed hero during those times as he rescued Hindu girls from being forcibly taken to be sold in Bhogi Pongal, is the last day of the Tamil month Margazhi. On this day people discard old the slave market. Two girls among the group of girls rescued by him were Sundri and belongings. People gather together to lit a bonfire and burn the heaps of discard. Houses and Mundri, who gradually became the theme of Punjab folklore. The Lohri celebrations places of work are cleaned, painted and decorated. The second day of Pongal is termed Surya include children going around homes singing the traditional folk songs with the name of Pongal. It marks the beginning of the 'Thai month' and is generally celebrated with friends and Dulla Bhatti. The song is sung by one person, while others sing in unison at the end of family by preparing Pongal. The Tamil people decorate their homes and places of work with each line a loud “ho!”. It is expected from the adults of the home to give snacks and money banana and mango leaves. The third day of celebration which is termed as Maatu Pongal, is to the singing troupe. celebrated completely in honor of the cows, as Tamil Hindus regard cattle as a source of wealth and prosperity. Cows are decorated on this day and are worshipped. Kaanum Pongal is Makar Sankranti the last day of the Pongal celebration. 'Kanum' means 'to visit'. Hence, this day families go out and hold reunions with friends and family to strengthen mutual bonds. Makar Sankranti is one among the few ancient festivals to be observed according to solar cycles, whereas most festivals are observed according to the lunar cycle. Since it's a Conclusion festival celebrating the solar cycle, every year, it almost always falls on the same date, except for years when the date shifts by one day. Makar Sankranti is known by various The end of winter solstice is marked by different festivals in different parts of our names, such as Magh Bihu in Assam, Maghe Sankranti in Nepal, Maghi in Punjab, country. All these festivals are more or less celebrated in the same way. This being the first Himachal Pradesh and Haryana, Thai Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Makara Sankranti in season of the new year, and being the season of harvest, is celebrated with full vigor and Odisha, Odisha, Goa, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. It is excitement. known as Sankranthi in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Makar Sankranti is celebrated with colorful decorations, children going house to house, fairs, singing, dancing, kite **** flying, feasts and bonfires. Many people go to rivers or lakes to bathe on the occasion of hanking the sun. Twelve years once (that marks the revolution of Jupiter around the Sun), Makara Sankranti is observed with one of the world's largest pilgrimages, where an estimated 40 to 100 million people attend the event. This particular event is observed by saying a prayer to the sun and then bathing at the Prayaga confluence of the River Yamuna and River Ganga.

NATIONAL YOUTH DAY: HONOURING THE IDEALS OF SWAMI VIVEKANDA

Take risks in your life. If you Vivekananda was an ardent win, you can lead! If you lose, believer of intellectual quest. He you can guide! wanted the youth to equally - Swami Vivekananda concentrate on the four aspects o f m e a n i n g f u l l i f e . H e ational Youth Day emphasised on education for is celebrated in every individual. Education is NI n d i a o n 1 2 what makes a man, makes his J a n u a r y e v e r y y e a r , character and at last makes his commemorating the birth life a meaningful one. He a n n i v e r s a r y o f S w a m i emphasized, “Real Education is Vivekananda. The Government what enables one to stand on of India declared 12 January as one's own leg.” National Youth Day in the year 1984, and since 1985 the event is Swami Vivekananda has observed on this day. This day is always admired and loved the also named as Swami Vivekanand Jayanti. Indian philosophy and spirituality. He remarked that anybody can learn new things, even if they are from the west, but one should never forget their own spiritual heritage. Swami Vivekananda Vivekananda was a man who believed in living with harmony. Hence, he always spoke about 'tyaga' or sacrifice and 'seva' or selfless service. He encouraged the youth to live for a Swami Vivekananda was a chief disciple of Shri Ramakrishna Paramhamsa. He noble reason and make their lives meaningful. introduced Indian philosophies of Yoga and Vedanta to the Western World. He is credited with the raising of Hinduism to the status of a major world religion. He contributed majorly National Youth Day Celebrations in spreading the concept of nationalism to fight against the colonial power. Vivekananda was the founder of Ramakrishna Mission and Ramakrishna Math. He is most famous for National Youth Day is celebrated majorly at the many centres of Ramakrishna his speech given in America, that begins with, “Sisters and brothers of America…”. With Mission, Ramakrishna Math and their branches. The day is celebrated with great this speech, at the Parliament of the World's Religions, he introduced Hinduism in 1893. enthusiasm according to the Indian tradition and culture, starting with a great mangal aarti, Vivekananda has conducted more than hundreds of private and public lectures and classes followed by devotional songs, religious speech, meditation and Sandhya aarti. Various on Hindu philosophy in England, Europe and the United States of America. schools and colleges celebrate the day by conducting various competitions, with the theme of the National Youth Day of that particular year. This year's theme was “YUVAAH- Utsah Vivekananda's Tecahings Naye Bharat Ka”. Every year, from 12th to 16th January, National Youth Festival is celebrated. This year, keeping with the pandemic, this National Youth Festival was Swami Vivekananda is one of the greatest youth icons produced by India. He has conducted virtually along with the National Youth Parliament Festival. On 12th January influenced millions of people, especially youth across the world. Vivekananda understood 2021, the closing of the 2nd National Youth Parliament and the opening of the 24th that only a meaningful life serves to be a successful one. The youth of the country is always National Youth Festival took place. in search of a meaningful life that inspires the heart, liberates the mind and ignites the soul. Therefore, he says, “In a conflict between the heart and the brain, follow your heart.” Conclusion Swami Vivekananda believed in a four-fold mantra to lead a meaningful life, which is to follow 'Physical', 'Social', 'Intellectual' and 'Spiritual' quests. Vivekananda understood that National Youth Day is celebrated in India as a way of motivating the youth of the most youth aspire to achieve great things in life but lack the physical and mental stamina to country to work hard for the betterment of themselves and their families, which would be pursue that goal. Hence, he encouraged the youth to not fear about anything as fear is the ultimately reflected on the country. The main aim of the Government is to inculcate the greatest cause of misery. He wanted the youth of the country to be both physically and values taught by Swami Vivekananda in the minds of the growing youngsters. It is a way of mentally strong, which he termed as 'muscles of iron' and 'nerves of steel'. He says, being waking up the eternal energy of the youth. fearless can help one reach great heights. “Therefore, Arise, Awake and stop not till the goal is reached.” Vivekananda was a man who believed in social well-being, and who else other “This is the time to decide your future- while you possess the energy of youth, not when than the youth can contribute more to it? Hence, he has always encouraged the youth to you are worn out and jaded, but in the freshness and vigour of youth.” undertake social activities, not just for the betterment of society but for their individual growth and evolution. He acknowledged the countrymen as the first gods to be worshipped. **** He opened the minds of the Indians to their duty towards the underprivileged. Vivekananda once even said, sincere, strong and young men can revolutionise the world.

NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY DAY : KEEP SAFE YOURSELF TO SAVE YOUR FAMILY ational Road Safety Day is Road Safety Rules While Driving observed in India on January N11. It is highlighted by the ● Buckle up! - Seat-belt is an important celebration of National Road Safety week factor while driving as it limits the that takes place from 11th January to 17th movement of the driver, thereby reducing January every year. Many organizations National Road Safety Day the chances of accidents. This same and government bodies strive hard to principle of buckling up holds good for inculcate the importance of road safety in riders as well. Helmets play a very the minds of the general public. The main important role in saving the lives of aim of celebrating this day and this week is individuals travelling in two-wheelers. creating awareness about road safety, as a ● Avoid distractions- It is highly advised measure to minimize road accidents and for a driver to be fully aware of his save lives. This year 2021, we witnessed surroundings by avoiding distractions the celebration of 32nd National Road which can be auditory, visual, cognitive or Safety Week. This initiative of Road manual, majorly caused by mobile phones. Safety Week started in the year 1989, at a ● Never Drink and Drive- Drunken Drive time when around 36,000 had lost their has always contributed to a major number lives due to accidents by road. This huge of accidents across the world. Hence, it is number was a driving force behind the suggested that people avoid drunken drive starting of this awareness week. The practise to save both themselves and the Cabinet Union of India gave sanction to other people on road. the National Road Safety policy on 15 March 2010. ● Never Break Rules- It is mandatory for people to obey traffic rules. Traffic rules are formulated for the benefit of the public. Not following these rules pose a major trouble for Significance Of Road Safety Week the concerned individuals. ● Never Cross the Speed Limit- Speed Limits are implemented for a reason and as The National Safety Council of India is an autonomous body that is set up by the responsible citizens it is the duty of people to obey these rules, and always drive within the government of India to educate the public on health, safety and environmental issues. The speed limit. National Safety Council organizes National Road Safety Week in India, every January. Road safety has become a major public health concern for the authorities in our country. Objectives Of Road Safety Week 2021 The year 2012 recorded more than 1,39,000 road deaths in India. In the year 2015, India vowed to decrease the number of accidents and road fatalities to half, but even now this ● To eradicate road accidents and road accident-related deaths by the strict dream remains unfulfilled. The year 2018 recorded over 1,49,000 road deaths. India's implementation of road safety measures. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways suggests a list of activities to the regional ● Encouraging all the travellers in following traffic rules, wearing helmets and seatbelts governments to promote road safety. The Ministry also allocates a budget to each state as a while driving. measure to help them organize these activities. The Ministry also asks each state ● Implementing the new preventive measures to lessen the chances of road accidents, government to conduct a 'Road Safety Walk' in schools, colleges and universities. Traffic injury and death. police and the local transport department also take part in the event. The National Safety ● To create awareness about the speed limit set up to prevent road accidents. Council provides the participants with required posters, banners, badges and videos. ● To create awareness about the distance between vehicles that need to be maintained. ● To educate people to not drink and drive, to not drive when tired and to not use mobile Road Safety Week Celebrations phones while driving.

● Road Safety leaflets, roses, flowers and chocolates are distributed to people travelling Conclusion by road. ● The travellers are explained about the necessities and methods of road safety and are Road Safety Week is organized every year to spread awareness about safe driving to instructed about the use of helmets and seat belts while driving. avoid accidents and injuries. It aims at making the streets and roads much safer for the Various competitions pertaining to the awareness of road safety are organized such as public, by the public. The campaign highlights the responsibilities of each individual drawing and painting competitions. Other events such as road safety advertisements, girls towards the stopping of needless deaths every day. This year, the 32nd Road Safety Week scooter rally encouraging the use of helmets, debates on road safety, seminars and was organized with the theme “Safe Yourself to Save Your Family”. workshops are also organized. ● Driving training workshops and free medical check-up camps are organized. ● To promote road safety, road safety quiz contests are conducted. **** ● Children are educated about road safety by organizing traffic safety games that include puzzles, card games and board games.

new virtual c u r r e n c y Who is using At a k e n Bitcoin? limelight in the last decade is Bitcoin. Bitcoin is a Bitcoin, the world's form of digital or a virtual fi r s t o p e n p a y m e n t currency. In simple words, n e t w o r k , i s u n d e r it is a mathematical d i s c u s s i o n . I t i s structure that runs on considered to be the algorithms. There is no fastest and efficient for concrete evidence as to financial transactions. who developed it but its Therefore, Bitcoin is also f o u n d e r n a m e i s called virtual currency. s u p p o s e d l y ' S o t a s h i Actually, Bitcoin is a new N a k a m o t o ' . I t w a s technology that can be supposed to be started in used for global payment. 2009. Bitcoins are also Thousands of companies, purchased in the same way people and non-profit as rupees, dollars and o r g a n i z a t i o n s h a v e euros are purchased. This a d o p t e d t h e g l o b a l can be used for online Bitcoin system. payment as well as it can b e c o n v e r t e d i n t o How much does it traditional currencies. cost? There is no right of any institution or country on The distribution this. There is no control of limit of Bitcoins across the Central Bank or any t h e w o r l d i s o n l y Government on this. The bearer of this currency cannot buy goods and services directly, 2,10,00,000. i.e., will be made in the whole world after which its production will stop. but many things can be done by using online platforms. There are some basic processes that make it complicated and it becomes necessary for the authorized person to have the technical know-how to understand it. The bearer of this currency can use it only for online shopping or online transfer. Through the computer processing system "Mining", coins are produced independently. As already mentioned, it is a pseudo currency that gained popularity in the The transactions are completed through various types of computer software and hardware international market in 2013. Now Bitcoin has become the world's most expensive and through the secure network. currency. Its price varies from country to country. Since it is trending in the world market, its price is in line with its demand in every country is in accordance. At this time a Bitcoin How to buy Bitcoin? can be sold online or in the market for about Rs 26,38,636 as on 15 Jan. 21. Its value falls on the coordination between its demand and supply, or the price that the buyer is willing to Bitcoins can be purchased like one can buy other currencies like Euro, Dollar or even pay. There is an increasing trend of Bitcoin in the world market, but it is also associated rupees. One can also convert the Bitcoins into traditional currency. Now as people have with a very high volatility. started showing their interest in Bitcoin, it also traded through certain stock exchanges. Goldman Sachs and New York Stock Exchange have also recognised that it is a very fast Recently hackers, who created the ransom-ware virus that created panic in the world, and efficient and secure technology. That's why many institutions, companies and have demanded Bitcoin currency. RBI is preventing and warning the people from businessmen and from all over the world are using it a lot for financial transactions. investing in this currency but still people are investing in large numbers in it. But the Bitcoin can also be earned as salary by offering it to someone. So you can replace it with Government of India is looking at the flaws of this Bitcoin currency to prevent its real currency like dollar and euro. commercial spread. Government is planning to make a law soon. It is known that the Reserve Bank of India has already declared any kind of investment in this currency illegal One does not have to work very hard to acquire Bitcoins. One can earn digital and has also advised people to stay away from this currency because it The currency does currency through various methods like mining (a special software can be used to structure not even follow the rules of the Banking Regulation Act, 1934. Bitcoin which is called Bitcoin maker The software is called (Bitcoin Miner). **** Transactions can be done from this currency via computer networks without any medium. Whereas, this digital currency is kept in a digital wallet, Bitcoin is also known as crypto currency. While complex computer algorithms and computer power create this currency called mining.

SACHIN AWASTHI: RECIPIENT OF GLOBAL HUMANITARIAN AWARDS 2020

achin Awasthi who was recently honoured with the “Top Publicist” award in the with Mr. Sachin Awasthi. Awasthi's cleanliness campaigns were also seen in the holy city of Global Humanitarian Awards 2020, through webinar that took place in London is Mathura where he launched a cleanliness drive to create awareness among the local residents Spredominantly known for organising a 5-day long clean Ganga awareness journey with regard to keeping their surroundings clean along the 21-km Parikrama route of the which began from Haridwar and continued to Varanasi, it's also called as Vande Gange historic Govardhan Mountain. Not only this, he also involved students of schools, colleges Swachhata Jan Jagran Yatra. He is the President of National Media Club and the Founder of and universities into the drive for cleanliness through a drawing and painting competition. Shri Ram Seva Mission. The Global Humanitarian Award is known as a part of the honouring the honourable initiative of the World Humanitarian Drive(WHD). The main aim of this Awasthi also organized the first regional journalist conference, which saw award is to honour the popular men and women who are paying contributions to the maximum participation from journalists' community across the state where he launched the betterment of society and the world. The nomination process for the Awards started on April Media Journalist Directory. To promote fair and unbiased journalism, he also organized the 27, 2020. Over 1600 nominations from all the seven continents were received for this event NMC Media Ratan Award 2017, in which journalists from across Uttar Pradesh were awarded reaching global recognition in such a short period. The Humanitarian for their outstanding work in their field. The awards were given away by Excellence Awards 2020 was extremely aggressive, as solely the 51 Dinesh Sharma, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and Hriday greatest profiles have been awarded which embraced 20 girls and 20 males Narayan Dixit, Speaker of UP VidhanSabha. On the occasion of Hindi and 11 non-governmental organizations and Sachin grew to become Patrakarita Diwas 2020 which was held on May 30, he conducted a certainly one of these 51 greatest profiles. National Webinar, which was attended by several journalists online. In this webinar, the participants paid tribute to senior journalist, Shri Pankaj This Prestigious Award Ceremony was conducted In presence of H.E. Kulshreshtha, who succumbed to Corona virus in Agra, earlier in year Fatmir Sejdiu former president, Republic of Kosovo , H.E Madhav kumar 2020. Kulshreshtha was the Deputy News Editor of Dainik Jagran's Agra Nepal , former prime minister Nepal , HON. Pedro I. Altamirano president bureau.The Webinar was also attended by Hriday Narayan Dikshit, UP of National Assembly, Andalusia- Spain. Awardee Sachin Awasthi who is a Legislative Assembly Speaker. In fact, NMC was the only organization to resident of Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh , firmly believes in the spirit of provide Rs. 1 lakh as financial help to the late scribe's family. During humanity. In his words, “Beyond any social work, you should first be complete national lockdown, his NGO, Shri Ram Seva Mission (SRSM) , human. It matters even if you are able to help a single human in need. provided food to needy families in different areas of the state, thus, helping Whenever I see suffering around, I never miss a chance to do my best to the poors sustain themselves in wake of the pandemic that ruined many mitigate the suffering.” lives. Speaking during the webinar, the UP Assembly Speaker said, “Independent India's history has been witness to the atrocities committed Awasthi's Vande Gange Swachhata Jan Jagran Yatra is considered to against journalists during every decade. Today's journalists are grateful to be one of the biggest initiatives in terms of public awareness about keeping their counterparts in history, be it Dr Ambedkar, Pandit Deendayal the holy Ganga river pollution-free and he also received appreciation from honourable prime Upadhyay or Dr Ram Manohar Lohia, all of whom were journalists in their own right.” On minister Narendra Modi for the same. There have been many instances when Awasthi has this occasion, the NMC Founder also announced that all the journalists, working despite displayed his responsibility towards Humanity. Once, he also took a bleeding police officer Corona pandemic, at different levels in all the states of the country, will be considered for who was lying injured on a roadside after an accident, to hospital in his car and saved his life. honor at the national level. He was praised for his timely intervention, which helped save a precious life. Though, this is just the tip of an iceberg as far as Sachin's social consciousness and activities are concerned. World Humanitarian Drive takes pride in honoring such stars who are doing their His list of social services is endless. best for humanity across the world. The main objective of this felicitation ceremony is to “show gratitude and honor to the incredible volunteers who are always contributing their time To begin with, he took forward PM Modi's dream project, “Swachh Bharat” with his and effort for the betterment of humanity”, even during the Covid-19 crisis, says founder campaign, “Swachh Bharat – Sunder Bharat Mission'', becoming, in this process, the first WHD Abdul Basit Syed. NGO head to launch the Swachhata toll free number. Under this mission, Sachin took help from regional volunteers within Uttar Pradesh and inspired a lot of people to join hands with In the month of October, 2020 A circular from the Sahara Group stated that Awasthi him and contribute to the PM's vision. One of most outstanding events organized by him was will work as a special correspondent for the media entity.“Sachin Awasthi will work for both the first Swachhata Awards in UP, which saw the presence of Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister the print and electronic wings of the Sahara News Network. He will report for Rashtriya of Uttar Pradesh along with cabinet ministers from the Central and State governments. The Sahara Daily Newspaper and Sahara Samay News Channels as a special correspondent. He awards were conferred upon notable personalities, Institutions & Non Governmental will be reporting for both the national capital and State capital Lucknow,” a circular issued by Organizations working on Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in different fields of life. the higher management of the Sahara Group stated. Awasthi will also look after the crucial works of the corporate department of Sahara. As a matter of fact, Awasthi's father is also His organization, National Media Club (NMC) , has also made a place for itself in the working in a senior role in the Sahara Group. Limca Book of Records, for training Swachhata Messenger Swayam Mishra of Gonda District in UP. It is worth noting here that Gonda was declared as the most unclean city in the Such noble acts towards humanity are not only worth appreciating but also country under the Swachhata survey. Swayam travelled for more than sixteen days, something that the world badly needs at the moment when humanity and goodwill seems to be traversing11 states and 3500kms for the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, to create public awareness at the verge of extinction. among lakhs of people regarding maintaining cleanliness in day-to-day life. For his efforts, Swayam was also awarded by the former Governor of UP and the Union HRD Minister along ****

ASTRONOMERS OBSERVE THE DEATH OF A ISRO TO ADOPT 100 ATAL TINKERING LABS TO DISTANT GALAXY FOR THE FIRST TIME PROMOTE SPACE, SCIENCE RELATED or the first time, astronomers have observed the death of a distant EDUCATION Fgalaxy, a phenomenon which they SRO has decided to adopt 100 Atal describe as a "truly extreme event." When all of Tinkering Labs across the country to the stars in a galaxy die, and new ones are no Ipromote science skills among students longer forming, the galaxy itself ceases to exist. and equip them with space education and space- This occurs when all of the galaxy's gas is related skills. This decision was taken by ISRO ejected, making it impossible for new stars to and Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog in an form. Using the telescope Atacama Large online meeting on Monday, January 11. Through Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), this partnership, the Indian Space Research astronomers observed a galaxy, nine billion light Organization will assist in training and educating years away from the Earth, ejecting nearly half students on advanced 21st century technologies, of its star-forming gas and losing fuel. The ID2299 galaxy is currently ejecting material including space-related ones. The students will worth about 10,000 suns every year in the form of cold gas ejection. It is estimated that the not only gain theoretical but also practical and application-based knowledge of STEM and galaxy is currently removing 46 per cent of the total cold gas it contains. Even though the Space Education related concepts such as Electronics, Physics, Optics, Space Technology, formation of new stars are also happening rapidly, it is also quickly running out of fuel and Material sciences and many more. To develop entrepreneurship and innovation, Atal hence remaining gas will be soon consumed and the galaxy will be dead in few million years. Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, has established over 7,000 ATLs across the country so far, Scientists opine that that the gas ejection is due to the collision of two galaxies, which merged enabling over 3 million students from Grade VI to Grade XII acquire problem solving, to form the Id2299. “This is the first time we have observed a typical massive star-forming tinkering and innovative mindset. ISRO Chairman Dr K Sivan invited students associated galaxy in the distant Universe about to 'die' because of a massive cold gas ejection,” said with these ATLs to witness the launch of one of its rockets from the Satish Dhawan Space Annagrazia Puglisi, lead researcher of the new study from UK's Durham University and the Centre, a spaceport at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. In his address, NITI Aayog CEO Saclay Nuclear Research Centre (CEA-Saclay), France, in a statement. Amitabh Kant said, “I am glad that to nurture our future space scientists, ISRO, in collaboration with its regional research centres, is adopting 100 Atal Tinkering Labs where ISRO scientists and researchers will personally guide and mentor the young innovators in the NITI AAYOG AND FLIPKART COLLABORATED TO field of STEM education and space technology.” ENHANCE WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP NATIONAL BOARD OF WILDLIFE APPROVED PLATFORM n an effort to improve the community experience for women entrepreneurs in India ADVISORY FOR HUMAN-WILDLIFE CONFLICT NITI Aayog and Walmart owned Flipkart, Ithe Indian e-commerce market has teamed MANAGEMENT up to introduce the revitalized Women n its 60th meeting on January 7,2021 (thursday), the Standing Committee of Entrepreneurship Platform. The Women National Board of Wildlife ( SC-NBWL) approved the advisory for management of Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) is a unified Ihuman wildlife conflict in the country to accelerate efficient inter departmental access portal which brings together women from coordinated actions. The advisory focuses on granting more power to gram panchayats in various parts of the country to fulfill their dealing with the problematic wild animals as per section 11 (1) (b) of wildlife protection act, entrepreneurial aspirations. The updated version 1972. It also promotes the use of crop compensation allowed under Pradhan Mantri Fasal will also include an additional feature to provide Bima Yojana against crop damage caused due to human-wildlife conflict. The Inter- mentorship and advice to the women mentees with Departmental Committees at state and local level are advised to adopt early warning systems specific information about the problem area, using a dedicated online approach developed and allocate circle wise control rooms. They should operate toll free numbers that could be under FICCI-FLO's Empowering the Greater 50% mission. Women entrepreneurs face reachable 24×7. During the meeting, the Standing Committee also recommended the unique challenges, ranging from a lack of contact with mentors to the challenge of balancing construction of causeway across Jampannavagu to Muthapur of Govindaraopet and between work and family. When women come together or form communities, they are better equipped Jampannavagu to Motlagudem in Mulugu District of Telengana with certain mitigation to deal with the challenges they face, and sharing experiences from mentors and measures. It also recommended the proposal for Tinaighat – Castlerock - Caranzol Railway professionals can help them take their business aspirations to the next level. The aim v of the doubling of South Western Railways, Karnataka with certain mitigation measures as advised two partners is to make 'Community' a thoroughly interactive, rewarding and intuitive by the Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun. Inclusion of Caracal, a medium sized wild cat question and answer platform leveraging WEP resources, so that entrepreneurs can utilise it found in some parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat, into the list of critically endangered species for beneficial discussions and for sharing knowledge, thus benefiting the women was another important decision taken at the meeting. The other decisions taken at the meeting entrepreneurs ecosystem in India. "It is my hope that WEP will become a digital place for include construction of a bridge and canal to enhance the water supply and irrigation entrepreneurs to not only seek information and support, but also help each other out. Serving facilities in some villages of Balrampur District in Uttar Pradesh and the construction of as a forum for people's voices to be heard - helping inform policies and programs to better suit Integrated Bus Terminus cum Commercial complex in Vashi, Navi Mumbai in Thane district. the needs and requirements of people," Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant said. Kalyan Krishnamurthy, CEO of Flipkart Group, said technology and innovation is at the core of the company's work.

NATIONAL YOUTH FESTIVAL COMMENCED IND VS AUS 3RD TEST HIGHLIGHTS: INDIA FROM JANUARY 12 PULLS OFF DRAW IN SYDNEY TEST he Ministry of howcasing a Youth Affairs and memorable TS p o r t s h a s Sand heroic o rg a n i z e d a w e e k l o n g batting performance in National Youth Festival in the the fourth innings of the country which started from the third test in Sydney, India 12th of January. The festival is managed to end the held every year to mark the match in a draw. This birth anniversary of youth icon draw was worth a victory Swami Vivekananda. 12 for many cricket fans for January, the birth anniversary a number of reasons. To of Swami Vivekananda is begin with, Indian team observed as National youth had just one experienced day. The National Youth fast bowler, Jasprit Festival in India is an annual Bumrah on their side in the third test. Many others like Mohammad Shami and Umesh Yadav gathering of youth with various could not make it to the team due to injury. India had Mohammed Siraj – playing only his activities including competitive ones. The 18th National Youth Festival is being held in second Test – and debutant Navdeep Saini alongside Bumrah. Secondly, India lost the toss Ludhiana from January 12 to 16. The theme of the National Youth Festival for the current and bowled first, a significant disadvantage, given the SCG pitch's propensity to offer turn year is 'Youth For Drugs Free World'. This year, due to the Pandemic, the festival has been and become a bit up and down as the game progressed. Worsening the situation further, the organised in virtual mode and talent from every state is a part of the event. The opening team had to give up Ravichandran Ashwin, the most successful bowler of the first innings, ceremony was organised at the Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, and inaugurated due to a finger injury. At the beginning of the fifth day, India stood at 98 for 2 and needed 309 by Jitendra Singh, minister of state (independent charge) youth affairs and sports. Major for victory. The team lost their skipper Ajinkya Rahane early. However, Cheteshwar Pujara components of the National Youth Festival are the cultural events which include both and Rishabh Pant kept the hopes alive scoring 77 off 205 and 97 off 118 respectively. Ashwin competitive and non-competitive cultural events, martial arts, exhibitions, intellectual and Vihari stood strong for 42.4 overs in spite of suffering from injury. Vihari ari (23 not out discourses, young artists camps, seminars and adventure programmes. The presentation of off 161) and Ashwin (39 not out off 128), who got together in the 89th over of India's second National Youth Awards also takes place during this festival. Over 5000 youth will participate innings, wore down Australia by batting for more than 42 overs. India ended up with 334 for in the festival wherein each state/UT government is expected to send a contingent of 100 five in 131 overs. The series remains tied at 1-1 presently. The fourth and final Test which is to participants for a multitude of competitive and non-competitive activities such as classical be held at the Gabba will commence from January 15. vocal solo, classical dance, folk dance, one act play and many others.

INDIA PURCHASED 83 'TEJAS' JETS FOR IAF

he Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday procurement of 73 LCA Tejas Mk-1A fighter aircraft and 10 LCA Tejas TMk-1 Trainer aircraft at the cost of ₹45,696 crore along with design and development of infrastructure sanctions worth ₹1,202 crore. The defence minister Rajnath Singh called the largest indigenous defence procurement deal “a game-changer for self-reliance in the Indian defence manufacturing” sector. This will not only help in boosting the fledgling domestic military production sector, with defence PSU Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) working with almost 500 big and small companies to meet the order, but also greatly help stem the fast-depleting number of fighter squadrons in the beleaguered IAF. “The LCA Mk-1A variant is an indigenously designed, developed and manufactured state-of-the-art modern 4+ generation fighter aircraft. This aircraft is equipped with critical operational capabilities of AESA radar, BVR missiles, electronic warfare (EW) Suite and air-to-air refuelling and it would be a potent platform to meet the operational requirements of the IAF,” the defence ministry said. These Tejas Mark-1A fighters will have 43 “improvements” over the 40 Tejas Mark-1 jets ordered by the IAF earlier. While the bulk of them will improve maintenance, the critical major ones are AESA (active electronically scanned array) radars to replace existing mechanically-steered radars, air-to-air refueling, long-range BVR (beyond visual range) missiles and advanced electronic warfare to jam enemy radars and missiles. Defence minister also said that the decision taken is expected to expand the present LCA ecosystem and also help in creating new job opportunities.

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