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VOL 13 ISSUE 35 ● NEW YORK / DALLAS ● SEPT 13 - 19, 2019 ● ENQUIRIES: 646-247-9458 www.theindianpanorama.news Canada Elections 2019: Record 50 Rousing welcome awaits Prime candidates of Indian origin in the fray Minister Narendra Modi in Houston Polls indicate Trudeau's Liberals and the opposition PM to address annual UN General Assembly session on September 27 Conservatives are in a dead heat Modi-Trump meeting , a possibility Trudeau fights for NEW YORK (TIP): Nine days before survival as the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra election is Modi in Houston, the city seems to be called amid witnessing an unprecedented activity, scandal probably never ever witnessed before. It is all to give a rousing reception to Prime Minister of India who will be addressing a mammoth gathering of 50,000, a PRABHJOT PAUL SINGH IN number which has already registered for TORONTO the event named Howdy, Modi' , on OTTAWA (TIP): Canada is all set to September 22. go for the Federal Elections 2019. On The historic event in Houston is September 11, Prime Minister Justin intended to showcase the influence of Trudeau went to the Governor- Indian American community. This will General's office to recommend be PM Modi's 3rd major address to the dissolution of the House of Commons. Indian American community after he It marked the start of campaign for became prime minister in 2014, and the the 2019 Elections that are mandated first after his re-election in May this by law to be held on October 21. year. Modi is likely to leave New Delhi travel to Houston and then to New York contd on Page 32 contd on Page 32 for the US on September 21 and will first from September 23 to 28. USCIS Proposes more NJ Governor Phil Murphy Effective and Efficient Google agrees to 945-mn-euro begins Economic Mission Trip Processing of Work tax settlement with France Authorization Requests NEW YORK (TIP): US to India September 13 for Asylum Applicants internet giant Google has SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ agreed to a settlement (TIP): With great totaling 945 million euros expectations,New Jersey (USD 1.0 billion) to settle a Governor Phil Murphy leads a tax dispute in France under seven-day, six-city economic an agreement announced in mission trip to India beginning court on Thursday, September 12. September 13. The company will pay a 500-million-euro fine for tax evasion, The delegation will visit six as well as a further 465 million euros to settle claims with cities, including Delhi, Agra, French tax authorities. Hyderabad, Mumbai, In a statement, Google confirmed the settlement and hailed Ahmedabad, and Gandhinagar. the fact it had put an end to fiscal differences that it had had The focus of the mission is to WASHINGTON (TIP): U.S. with France for numerous years. strengthen economic ties with Citizenship and Immigration Services French Justice Minister Nicole Belloubet and Budget Minister Governor Murphy will be the First one of New Jersey's largest trade (USCIS) announced a proposed Gerald Darmanin welcomed the "definitive settling" of all the Governor in New Jersey History to visit India on official business and investment partners, regulation to improve the process for contentious issues, adding in a statement that the outcome was cultivate international granting or denying an initial the result of two years of intense work by the French investment opportunities in the Garden State, and deepen cultural application for employment authorities. "This outcome is good news for the public finances and educational ties between New Jersey and India. "As India's authorization documents (EADs) by and fiscal fairness in France," their statement said. role as one of our key partners continues to expand, we want to reforming the current 30-day timeline Belloubet said the settlement showed that the French make sure we maximize the potential of our economic pertaining to pending asylum authorities have the tools to ensure an equitable tax system. relationship," said Governor Murphy. contd on Page 32 applicants. contd on Page 32 contd on Page 32 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 2 NY/ NJ/ CT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 Dr Annapoorna Kini, Kanubhai Patel, Dr Tarun Wasil, Chanchal Devi Shah, Vaishali Deshmukh Honored at AIA New York Chapter Deepavali Benefit Gala

AIA President Harish Thakkar honoring Chintu Patel's father Kanubhai Patel, Chairman , Amneal Dr. Samin Sharma honoring Smt Chanchal Devi Shah, mother of Naveen Shah Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd. for being the leading entrepreneur of generic medicine made in USA WOODBURY, NY (TIP): Association busiest cardiac cath lab in the country. of Indians in America New York Chapter Dr Tarun Wasil, an eminent organized their 32nd Deepavali Annual Hematologist & Oncologist, greatly Benefit Fundraising Gala on Saturday, admired by his patients , nurses and Sept 7, at elegant Crest Hollow Country colleagues for his critical knowledge, Club Woodbury. expertise, simplicity and sincerity in his A Thali dance by young dancer, Dr. art of Medicine. He is affiliated to Neela Zareen set off the evening Northwell system and continues to serve program attended by a large gathering, the community. which included the Deputy CG, Mr. For the first time with great vision & Shatrughna Sinha, Past presidents of commitment, President and his team AIA, community leaders and the media. decided to present the Family Pride President Harish Thakkar addressed Award to young generation professional the audience briefly highlighting AIA, Vaishali Deshmukh, Pharm D. NY chapter's activities and the Annual AIA President Harish Thakkar said of Deepavali festival which attracts huge Vaishali's parents: " No doubt, continued crowds at the South Street Seaport support , nurturing guidance and With its pioneering efforts over the support of the family go a long way in past three decades AIA has brought bringing the best in growing young Deputy Consul General of India Shatrughna Sinha honoring Dr Annapoorna Kini Prof. of cardiology, Mount Sinai school of Medicine, New York Indian culture, food and dances to the people in the family. And Dr. Satish and grassroot population. With the Annual Gitanjli Anand have contributed a lot to Gala's fund-raising efforts, AIAmarches the accomplishments of the young lady". ahead for grand Deepavali festivalin Vaishali, the youngPharm D. from St Manhattan with various cultural dances John School of Pharmacy NY is working on stage, food, jewelry, clothing and with CVS for the last 20 yrs. This year artifactsvendors. CVS picked her for Paragon Award The AIA, at the gala, honored which is given to only six in the whole Kanubhai Patel, Chairman ofAmneal USA among 10K Pharmacists and the Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd., Smt Chanchal only one in Northeast USA. Devi Shah, mother of Mr Navin Shah, Greatly admired by her colleagues, President and CEO of Navika Group, Dr coworkers at all levels and managerial Annapoorna Kini, Prof. of Cardiology, staff, Vaishali is involved in grooming, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New teaching , guiding new graduates, and York, Dr Tarun Wasil, an eminent lectures to senior citizens, at nursing Hematologist & Oncologist, and the homes and schools on health- related young generation professional Vaishali subjects and immunization. She derives Deshmukh,Pharm D, daughter to Dr. energy and commitment from the well Satish and Gitanjli Anand. supported family, specially her husband Deputy Consul General of India Shatrughna Sinha honoring Dr.Tarun Wasil Kanubhai Patel was . honored for Pharmacist Amit Deshmukh. She being the leading entrepreneur of considers her inspiration and grassroot generic medicine made in USA. He is support from her father, Dr. Satish very well supported by his sons Chintu Anand, a medical doctor, now retired, Patel and Chirag Patel and family for the and mother Gitanjli Anand, acommitted fast-growing company. Kanubhai'svision community leader at all levels. Her , guidance and continued efforts are Family Pride award must inspire the helping Chintu Patel to take this younger generation . company to higher level. Dr Nirmal and Tina Mattoo, Patrons Smt Chanchal Devi Shah, mother of Asmita and Arun Bhatia, Dr Neeta and Mr Naveen Shah, Navika Group was Pramod Jain, Kanak and Prabha Golia, awarded Family Pride award on behalf Vimal and Divya Goyal hugely supported of the entire Shah family and was the event. Past presidents of AIA and greatly appreciated by audience for members of community lent their guidance and nurturing of the entire support. The AIA President and team family said they valued the support and Dr. Annapoorna Kini is a very well contribution from friends and patrons Vaishali Deshmkh holds the plaque of honor. To her right are her mother Gitanjli Anand and accomplished Interventional and look forward to welcoming them at father Dr. Satish Anand. Also seen in the picture are her husband Amit Deshmukh, and other Cardiologist and runs the safest and members of the family the iconic Deepavali Mela on October 6. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 NY/NJ/CT 3

Indian Film Chuskit Indian Consulate New York Indian Police Officer Wins Grand Prize at Chhaya Sharma named 24th Annual Stony Introduces Free Legal Consultation Asia Game Changers Brook Film Festival Award Winner by Asia Society New York for Community Members NEW YORK (TIP): Indian IPS Officer Chhaya Sharma, the erstwhile DCP South Delhi who cracked the 2012 Chhaya Sharma, the former DCP South Nirbhaya rape Delhi who cracked the case, has been 2012 Nirbhaya rape named one of case the '2019 Asia Game Changers' by Asia society New York for 'solving India's biggest crimes 2019 Stony Brook Film Festival Grand Prize and building a better society.' Winner Priya Ramasubban, Director, Chuskit Deputy Consul General Mr Shatrughna Sinha (right) with attorney Mr. Sanjay Chaubey at the On September 11, 2019, Asia Society with Stony Brook Film Festival and Staller first legal clinic, Aug 30 Photo / Courtesy Indian Consulate Center for the Arts Director, Alan Inkles announced its 2019 Asia Game NEW YORK (TIP): The Indian Sanjay Chaubey, President of Indo Changers, a group of inspiring and Photo / courtesy Stony Brook Consulate New York, in partnership American Lawyers Association for path-breaking women who are making NEW YORK (TIP): Chuskit, with Indo-American Lawyers attending to the issues of various a transformative impact in Asia and directed by Priya Ramasubban, Association,is providing free legal community members. beyond. In partnership with Citi, Asia won the Grand Prize at the 24th consultation from an expert Lawyer, Observing the successful response, the Society annually honors game- annual Stony Brook Film Festival Sanjay Chaubeyto help distressed Consulate has decided to conduct such changing leaders from a broad presented by Island Federal at the members of the community or those free legal clinics on the last working geographic range and varied Staller Center for the Arts. who need legal help. The inaugural #Friday of every month, between 11:00 backgrounds; this year marks the first "This festival was one of the session was hosted on August 30, 2019. hours to 12:00 hours", the Consulate time that all of the honorees are most competitive yet," said Now the Consulate has decided to tweeted. women. festival director Alan Inkles. conduct this on a regular basis on the Free legal clinics will be hosted at the "Our 2019 Asia Game Changers are "Nearly 3,000 films were last working Friday of every month. consulate on September 27, October 25, women who have truly championed submitted, and only 36 were "Good start of "Free #Legal November 29, and December 27. To gender equality while making selected for the Festival, so #Consultation" at the #Consulate on RSVP, please email at enormous contributions to society and Chuskit was really a very special August 30th, 2019. We thank attorney Mr. [email protected]. social structures within their home film - it's a must-see." countries," Asia Society President and The Grand Prize is awarded CEO Josette Sheeran said. "They are when the jury and the audience CUNY Ethics & Morality Essay Contest: Virtue inspiring agents of change who are rank the same film the highest. building a better world - for women This is the second year in a row Deadline: October 21, 2019 Why do you think the Virtue that you and for everyone - by changing the and the ninth time in the NEW YORK (TIP): Funded by an chose was an important one to practice rules, changing the game, and Festival's 24-year-run that a film endowment from the Chynn Family in your life? challenging all of us to follow their has received a Grand Prize. Foundation, this annual award is What obstacles did you encounter in lead." Chuskit is a charming, family- intended to promote and stimulate practicing this particular Virtue and When South Delhi Deputy Police friendly treat from a part of the thinking by college students at CUNY how did you, or do you, still strive to Commissioner Chhaya Sharma world seldom seen on screen. The about the topic of ethics, morality, and overcome difficulties? received a call shortly after 2 a.m. on entirety of the film was recorded virtuous behavior in their lives. Top three essays will be awarded December 16, 2012, she responded in the Himalayas and tells the Students are asked to submit a 1000 to immediately. The brutal, fatal gang story of a paraplegic girl who 1500 word essay based on one of eleven the following prizes: rape of a 23-year-old student and harbors hopes of going to school. virtues and to incorporate the following: Best Essay ($1,000) assault on her male friend shook India Priya Ramasubban, director of Tell us about your own experience in First Runner-up ($300) to its core, inciting large-scale protests Chuskit, attended the Festival and practicing the Virtue you have chosen to against the gruesome nature of the Second Runner-up ($200) participated in a Q&A with the write about and what personal reward or crime, together with a demand for audience. satisfaction have you gained from it. For more information: www.aaari.info justice for the victims. Sharma vowed that justice would be served. As a woman leading a team of more than 40 investigators, she came New York Physician Rajendra Bhayani Honored with to the case with a track record of not only solving some of Delhi's toughest Inspirations to Indian Americans Award in California crimes, but also fundamentally shifting how such police work was NEW YORK (TIP): New York based Dr. Raj Bhayani was carried out. honored by Vivek Oberoi and Kailash Vijayvargiya, BJP But the gang rape was different. General Secretary at the India Day Parade and Festival of With no witnesses at all, except the Globe in San Francisco California with the Inspirations to victims of the brutal crime, it was a Indian Americans Award on Sunday, August 18th. challenge to identify and trace the Dr. Raj Bhayani, an accomplished neurosurgeon, social perpetrators. "It was," she admits, "like activist, entrepreneur, leader, and the first ENT surgeon in looking for a needle in the haystack." India, was honored for his inspiring leadership and Sharma and her team pulled at every achievements in his medical profession and community thread, launching a multistate service. manhunt that managed to apprehend In his acceptance speech, Dr. Bhayani, while thanking the all six suspects in just six days. Her organizers for the event for bestowing the award, referred to meticulous approach to evidence India, a great and the largest democracy, which is growing gathering was instrumental to the steadily under the strong leadership of Prime Minister process, and a model for future Narendra Modi. "Patriotism, which is in our hearts is seen in investigations. (Read full story on Vivek Oberoi (second from right) honoring Dr. Raj Bhayani. Kailash our actions," he said. contd on Page 6 Vijayvargiya is seen to the right of Dr. Bhayani. www.theindianpanorama.news) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 4 INDIANS ABROAD FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Indian Doctoral Student at Stony Brook Indian American Sree Sreenivasan wins Chateaubriand Fellowship Award named Inaugural Marshall R. Loeb Visiting Professor at SBU J-School

NEW YORK (TIP): Digital journalism match a more demanding time for expert Sree Sreenivasan has been appointed journalism and the students who will be as the first Marshall R. Loeb Visiting part of its future, said Lindenfeld. Sree's Professor of Digital Innovation and experience, creative approach and Audience Engagement, Laura Lindenfeld, dedication to integrating high-quality interim dean of the Stony Brook University journalism to the digital space is vital in School of Journalism, has announced. today's news ecosystem. He will honor the At the SBU School of Journalism, legacy of Marshall R. Loeb in the way that Sreenivasan, a former Columbia his son and daughter intended upon Rajat will be working during the spring Journalism School professor for 20 years, funding this professorship." 2020 semester at Philippe Ciuciu at will engage students and faculty in the "I'm honored to be a visiting professor at NeuroSpin, a neuroimaging research practice and power of journalism by the Stony Brook School of Journalism and centre located near Paris harnessing digital innovations and work with the students, faculty and staff," Photo / courtesy Stony Brook research to enhance news content, delivery said Sree Sreenivasan. "The fact that the and audience engagement. He joined the professorship is named for the legendary NEW YORK (TIP): Rajat Kumar, a Journalism School on September 1. Marshall Loeb, whom I admired and had the PhD student in Biomedical "On behalf of the Journalism faculty and opportunity to work with, is a special honor. Engineering at Stony Brook staff, I could not be more delighted to have I am grateful to Michael and Margaret Loeb University has been recently named a such a consummate professional join us as Digital journalism expert Sree Sreenivasan for honoring their father's legacy in this Chateaubriand Fellow. The we reshape the School's curriculum to joined the Journalism School on September 1 way." Chateaubriand Fellowship is a grant offered by the Embassy of France in Indian American the United States. It supports Indian American Professor Anshul outstanding Ph.D. students from Nominated by Trump as American universities who wish to conduct research in France. Gandhi Honored with Rising Star Florida Judge Chateaubriand Fellowship has made possible collaboration with Philippe Research Award Ciuciu at NeuroSpin, a neuroimaging research centre located near Paris, analysis, modeling, design, and where Rajat will be working during the implementation of energy-efficient spring 2020 semester. systems in data centers and cloud Shortly into his first job after computing. graduating from Guru Gobind Singh Anshul Gandhi, who is also an NSF Indraprastha University, working as CAREER awardee, earned his PhD in an engineer at an oil and gas company, computer science at Carnegie Mellon Rajat came to the US from India in University. His 2013 thesis, Dynamic 2015, choosing to work with Stony Server Provisioning for Data Center Brook professor Lilianne Mujica- Power Management, won the 2013 SPEC Parodi, who is now his Ph.D. advisor. Gandhi's research aims to leverage Distinguished Dissertation Award. After mathematical tools to address challenges in graduating, he spent a year as a post- Indian American computer systems doctoral researcher at the IBM T. J. Attorney licensed in Watson Research Center. Gandhi's NEW YORK (TIP): SBU Computer research aims to leverage mathematical New Jersey and New Science Professor Anshul Gandhi has tools to address challenges in computer In 2017, Singhal was one of the ten finalists York charged with been recently honoured with 2019 Rising systems. Within Stony Brook's College of considered for a federal judgeship in Star Research Award by the Association Engineering and Applied Sciences and Southern Florida marijuana offenses for Computing Machinery's (ACM) Department of Computer Science, Gandhi WASHINGTON (TIP): An NEW YORK (TIP): Manish Patel, SIGMETRICS. The award recognizes leads the PACE Lab and currently advises IndianAmerican has been nominated as 33, of Granite Bay, appeared last Gandhi's fundamental contributions to the six PhD students and 14 MS students. a federal judge in Florida by US month in federal court on charges of President Donald Trump. conspiracy and possession with intent Anuraag Singhal is among 17 to distribute marijuana plants and judiciary nominations sent by the White tetrahydrocannabinols contained in Indian origin Massachusetts Landlord House to the Senate on Sept 9. If hashish oil, U.S. Attorney McGregor confirmed by the Senate, Singhal would W. Scott and Drug Enforcement faces Sexual Harassment suit replace James I. Cohn as the United Administration Special Agent in States district judge for the southern Charge Chris Nielsen announced. BOSTON (TIP): The Department of harassed and assaulted female tenants. district of Florida. On Aug 14, 2019 According to court documents, Patel Justice Sept 9 filed a lawsuit in the Besaw, a Level 3 registered sex offender Trump announced his intent to is a licensed attorney in New Jersey District of Massachusetts alleging that in Massachusetts, has been employed by nominate Singhal to serve as a United (admitted in 2015) and New York female tenants of residential rental Prashad since at least 2014 to assist with States District Judge of the southern (admitted in 2017). The complaint properties in Worcester were subjected the management and maintenance of his district of Florida. alleges that Patel conspired to transport to sexual harassment and retaliation, in rental properties. Singhal is a judge on the Seventeenth marijuana and concentrated cannabis violation of the federal Fair Housing The complaint alleges that Prashad Circuit Court in Florida. Singhal was oil across the country using his private Act. The lawsuit alleges that from at engaged in harassment that included appointed by Governor Rick Scott on airplane, a Learjet. In May and June least 2009 through the present, Mohan making unwelcome sexual advances and August 31, 2011, to succeed Victor Tobin. 2019, law enforcement in California Prashad sexually harassed female comments; engaging in unwanted sexual Singhal was re-elected without executed search warrants that resulted tenants of rental properties owned by touching; offering to grant tangible opposition in 2014, winning a six-year in the seizure of approximately 1,400 Prashad, Savton LLC, and Lanaton LLC. benefits - such as reducing rent amounts term that expires on January 4, 2021. In pounds of marijuana contraband and Prashad is the sole agent for Savton LLC - in exchange for engaging in sexual acts. 2017, Singhal was one of ten finalists $400,000 in cash. (Read full story on and Lanaton LLC. The complaint (Read full story on considered for a federal judgeship in www.theindianpanorama.news) further alleges that David Besaw also www.theindianpanorama.news) Southern Florida. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 ADVERTISEMENT 5 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 6 NY/NJ/CT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 Indian Origin Houston Man Charged in First Beauty and Grace of Punjabi Women Known Case Since Bump Stock Ban displayed at ‘Punjabi Mutiyaar’ HOUSTON (TIP): A federal grand jury has indicted a 43-year-old HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): Houston man of Indian origin on four Long Island Ladies Circle counts of firearms violations (LILC) in association with including possession of a machine Jus Punjabi organized gun, specifically, a bump stock, "Punjabi Mutiyaar" on Sept 6. announced U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Members of the Circle Patrick. dressed in traditional The four-count indictment, returned Punjabi attire and wearing Sept 5, alleges Ajay Dhingra possessed traditional Punjabi jewelry a machine gun, made two materially presented a picture of false statements in the acquisition of Punjab. two firearms and unlawfully possessed Those who spoke about a firearm after having been Punjabi culture at the event adjudicated as a mental defective or included JUS Punjabi anchor who had been committed to a mental Harkirat Singh Ahluwalia institution. and Nupur Arora. Previously charged by criminal Gidha performance stole complaint, he made his initial the show. Tappe and Boliyan appearance in federal court Aug 19, and Punjabi folk songs also 2019, at which time he was ordered created a magic of their own. into custody pending further criminal Jyoti Gupta emceed. proceedings. Pinky Jaggi thanked (Read full story on guests for their presence and www.theindianpanorama.news) officers of LILC for the great job done. New York Physician Rajendra Bhayani Honored with Inspirations to Indian Americans Award in California CONTD FROM APGE 3 Not satisfied with his professional Film stars together to play a game of commitment towards India's progress. "This Independence Day has a very accomplishments, Dr. Bhayani has football to raise funds for Swachh Bharat His outstanding support to the society special meaning for India and all of us, devoted his life to being actively involved Abhiyan. Besides, his significant in his roles as a physician, a leader, and as India, for the first time in our 73 years in the philanthropic sector. He currently contributions in organizing several as a philanthropist have not gone of Independence history, is going in the serves on the boards, and is an active health and blood donation camps as well unnoticed. Dr. Bhayani has received right direction." member, of over 20 communities and as fund raisers for Aksharpatra, helping dozens of awards, recognition and Dr. Bhayani, who had completed associations that are involved in millions of kids with Mid-day meal scholarships. He has been felicitated on training in Neurosurgery and had a philanthropic activities. In addition, he program in India, have earned him great several platforms and his list of Fellowship in Facial Plastic & Micro has also served on the Board of Trustees respect and appreciation in the society. accolades includes Mahatma Gandhi vascular Surgery in India, is currently of Save Life Foundation, which has He is grand Patron for India Day Parade Pravasi Samman Award at House of practicing Medicine in New York. An helped in the implementation of Good for celebrating India's Independence Day Lords in London, Bharat Gaurav active member and currently serving as Samaritan Law and Road Safety Bill to in New York. Puraskar and Delhi Ratan Award, Hind the Treasurer of AAAPI, Dr. Bhayani has help roadside accident victims and to Imbibed with this passion, Dr. Bhayani Ratan Award, Asian American Heritage held several positions in AAPI and has improve road safety in India. did not have to look for opportunities. Honoree of the year 2016, New York City grown with the organization. He is the Passionate about giving back to the They actually came his way. "In the as well as State Proclamation Award. He President-Elect AAPI-QLI, one of the larger society, Dr. Bhayani says, society we live in, there are ample of has also been awarded 'United States largest Chapters of AAPI. "Inspired by many individuals, who lead opportunities to do good," he says. "I Congressional Achievement Award' and His accomplishments in the by example. Cause is the driving than always look upon in my friends who do is also the recipient of the 'Most professional world are well known. actual person." His life has been an larger good and have tried to join them or Influential Leader in Indian Community During the duration of his medical example of how to give back to the find noble causes that I can support or in United States' recognition award. He profession, more than 50 research papers community, which has given him much. initiate, with the objective of doing little has received USA Triologic Society have been published and presented by "Even since childhood, I had the desire to acts of kindness. I believe small acts of award for his research papers. He has him, which has resulted in inclusion of be someone, who wanted to contribute to kindness by many of us can achieve held various leadership positions in the his name in the Marquis 'Who's Who in the common good." tremendous impact on humanity than healthcare field and leading hospitals in America in Medicine and Healthcare' Recently, he was the chief organizer individual acts." New York heading the ENT and Facial acknowledging his achievements in the for 'Football for Nation' initiative, in The unassuming Dr. Bhayani was Plastic Surgery divisions. medical field. Delhi, by bringing Parliamentarians and instrumental in organizing Hon'ble With ambitions to grow as a national Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's leader of AAPI, Dr. Bhayani says, "Since historic address to the Indian - American my association with AAPI, I have seen community at Madison Square Garden, with awe and inspiration, how this noble during his maiden visit to New York in organization has grown over the past 37 September 2014. years. AAPI has a very strong future A distinguished Guest Speaker, as a with its highly educated, skilled and proponent of the Honorable Prime dedicated membership and leadership. Minister's vision for India, on popular AAPI has a greater role to play in the regional TV shows in USA, Dr. Bhayani national arena. And, AAPI is ready to is one of the foremost members of the march on and I am there to be part of Indian community who has worked this great organization and all its diverse tirelessly in increasing awareness of the and talented membership to make this Prime Minister's initiatives in the USA, noble organization a great force with a which in return has resulted in the stronger voice to accomplish its many remittance of funds to India for the lofty goals." implementation of these initiatives. His (Based on a Press Release) work is an exemplary example of his THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 COMMENT 7 Information blackout leads to silence and exaggeration

outstanding data story, "J&K's vital statistics," which debunked the claims of Home Minister Amit Shah that Article 370 hindered development. It is By A.S. Panneerselvan important to classify these writings within the rubric of the 'sense-making' task of journalism. While they were Journalism, when not fettered, rigorous and insightful, there was a facilitates informed dialogue. sense of incompleteness because there "In the 24/7 howl of partisan were no ground reports from Kashmir. A pontification, and the scarcely day before the government's decision, all less-constant death knell din forms of communications - mobile surrounding the press, a basic networks, Internet services, and landline truth gets lost: that to be a phone connectivity - had been shut down, journalist is to bear witness... leaving Kashmir and some districts in To bear witness means being Jammu isolated. there - and that's not free. No Knocking on the judicial doors search engine gives you the smell of a crime, the tremor in Anuradha Bhasin, the Executive Curfew like restrictions in a town in Kashmir the air, the eyes that smolder, Editor of Kashmir Times, later moved the Supreme Court, seeking directions to arrest of former Chief Ministers Omar pontification, and the scarcely less- or the cadence of a scream." ensure that media-persons and Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti and other constant death knell din surrounding the n the aftermath of the First World journalists from the State are able to leaders on August 4. Then, there was a press, a basic truth gets lost: that to be a War, sociologist Max Weber told his freely practice their profession. She also complete silence for three days. What journalist is to bear witness... To bear Istudents that not everyone realizes challenged the restrictions imposed emerged clearly from Ms. Bhasin's witness means being there - and that's the demanding nature of producing good through the complete shutdown on petition and the Mr. Ashiq's diary is that not free. No search engine gives you the journalism and that a journalist's actual Internet and telecommunication we know very little about the opinion of smell of a crime, the tremor in the air, responsibility is far greater than that of services and severe curbs on the the people directly affected by the the eyes that smolder, or the cadence of a a scholar's. The conspicuous absence of movement of photojournalists and government's decision. scream." reporting from Jammu and Kashmir reporters. Her petition rightly There are ethical and democratic For reasons known only to the state (J&K) following the vivisection of the contended: "The information blackout angles to the task of 'bearing witness'. apparatus, it firmly believes that State last week helped in realizing the set in motion is a direct and grave Academics Richard Stupart and information blackout will lead to a full import of Weber's observation. violation of the right of the people to Katherine Furman explained how we political consensus. But political Journalism performs many tasks. know about the decisions that directly rely on a division of labor to gain processes gain their endurance only British journalist George Brock has impact their lives and their future. The knowledge. They contended that no one when people are active participants. mandated four irreducible core tasks: Internet and telecommunication person can know everything worth Journalism, when it is not hampered, verification, bearing witness, sense shutdown also means that the media knowing; hence we divide the facilitates informed dialogue and making, and investigation. However, cannot report on the aforesaid knowledge-producing tasks. "Journalists provides a meaningful insight into following the Union Government's developments, and the residents of who venture into sites of conflict and people's aspirations. Otherwise, they are dramatic move to alter the political Kashmir thus don't get access to suffering form an important part of our left with either a deafening silence or an structure of J&K, Indian journalism was information that is otherwise publicly collective knowledge production, and enervating exaggeration. The state forced to temporarily abandon its available to the rest of India." one which [is] important to the rest of us media will not report the observation of 'bearing-witness' role and had to resort This newspaper's Srinagar as moral agents," they argued. David Kaye, the UN's special rapporteur only to its 'sense-making' task. In this correspondent, Peerzada Ashiq, American journalist Roger Cohen's on freedom of expression: "There's newspaper, there was a strongly worded documented the grueling days of reflections on the 'bearing-witness' task something about this shutdown that is editorial, "Scrapping J&K's special status blackout in his "Diary of a Kashmir brought out its stupendous role in draconian in a way othershutdowns is the wrong way to an end;" a series of correspondent". His last dispatch prior informing and sensitizing people. He usually are not." lead and Op-Ed articles; and an to the blackout was a report on the house wrote: "In the 24/7 howl of partisan (Courtesy / The Hindu) Derogatory statements about Hinduism destroying mutual respect and trust. (Pluralism 101) to a WhatsApp group Wisdom is available when people with a video as a forewarning to stall disagree, the best way to part is Muslims from making derogatory narrated in the Quran109:6 (Itani), you comments. The video was about our have your idea, and I have my way." Hindu friends drinking urine right of By Mike Ghouse Let's respectfully disagree. a Cow and washing their faces. Please Please be aware, there are about remember what is sacred to you is not three mistranslations of Quran in the sacred to others, and vice versa. ou might cringe when someone market, and we hope you read at least A Muslim is an ultimate human makes an idiotic remark about five versions out of the 50 plus being who cares for other's wellbeing YHinduism and Hindu practices. translations to get it right. It is easy for and stands up for justice to each one of A majority of Indian Muslims will one to jump to conclusions by seeing the 7.5 Billion inhabitants of the earth. never make a negative statement about one person's interpretation. Humans A Muslim is an exemplary citizen and to pounce on him/her. Our Hindu, Hindus or Hinduism. Indeed, they will make mistakes. an Amin - A model citizen. We have a Sikh, Jewish and Christian friends are defend it as Hinduism is one of the From Allama Iqbal to Sahir few bad apples, and we need to work also doing the same, speaking out most misunderstood religions like Ludhianvi to Shakeel Badayuni and and redeem them through critical against idiotic statements. There are theirs. hundreds of poets and authors have notes like this. plenty of them in each group. The new They are driven by the wisdom found written accolades, bhajans and The administrator of that WhatsApp book American Muslim Agenda in the Quran, 6:108 (Itani), "Do not uplifting commentary about group and I received a few disgusting documents many such incidents. insult those they call upon besides Hinduism. On my part, I will comments, and the administrator I hope I am speaking for a majority God, lest they insult God out of continuously uphold and defend Islam chose to dissolve the group rather than of Indian Muslims, if not, please let me hostility and ignorance. We made and Hinduism, along with all religions. engage in the conflicts, that was his know. We have to talk out what is right. attractive to every community their The wisdom of the Quran calls for choice. The other group also had a few (The author is a public speaker, author, deeds. Then to their Lord is their people to learn about each other, and negative comments. What a shame! thinker, newsmaker and an interfaith return, and He will inform them of when they do, conflicts fade and Muslims are developing good checks wedding officiant. His new book American what they used to do." The Quran solutions emerge. and balances, if one idiot among us Muslim Agenda is available at Amazon and the bookstores. warns us from taking the low road and I shared the following note makes a wrong statement, there are ten https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeghouse/) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 8 EDITORIAL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 AS I SEE IT Reaffirming the UN’s collective By Asoke Kumar Mukerji ‘faith to multilateralism’ "India is expected to be a key (UNGA). During his absence from the High- for UN member-states to either prosecute, partner for the new President Level Segment of the UNGA debate or extradite for prosecution, alleged between 2016-2018, the international terrorists. This is the heart of the proposed of the UNGA in achieving situation has become more polarized. One Comprehensive Convention on progress on his priorities. As a of the biggest challenges to the principle of International Terrorism or CCIT,which has country increasingly international cooperation which drives been gridlocked in the legal negotiations of dependent on international multilateralism in the United Nations is the UNGA for many years, despite India from growing unilateralism, especially having provided a first draft of a possible cooperation for her growth among the major powers. CCIT in 1996. An early harvest of the CCIT (with her international trade In response to this challenge, the 193 also impacts on India's reported interest in contributing as much as 40% member-states of the UNGA adopted on 14 hosting a global counter-terrorism June 2019 a unanimous resolution conference during the coming months. to her GDP), India's national reaffirming their collective "faith to However, the heart of India's engagement interests today are aligned multilateralism" as the theme of the 75th with the United Nations remains the with multilateralism. Her Anniversary of the United Nations next creation of a responsive multilateral year. The newly elected President of the framework for eradicating poverty and foreign policy is active on a 74th Session of UNGA, Professor Tijjane accelerating socio-economic development multi-polar level, balancing Muhammad-Bande of Nigeria, was given for the transformation of India. She is Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting the the demands of India's the mandate to appoint two co-facilitators to President elect of 74th Session of UN General therefore expected to provide critical accelerated national "lead and conclude inter-governmental Assembly, Prof. Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, in support for the UNGA to operationalize the negotiations on the declaration" to be New Delhi on September 02, 2019 commitments made during the development with the over- adopted by the 75th anniversary UN country increasingly dependent on negotiations of Agenda 2030 on Sustainable riding requirement for peace Summit scheduled for 21 September 2020. international cooperation for her growth Development, adopted unanimously by and security", says the author. Professor Tijjane Muhammad-Bande (with her international trade contributing world leaders during Prime Minister Modi's visited India in the first week of September as much as 40% to her GDP), India's last visit to New York in September 2015. this year. He called on Prime Minister Shri national interests today are aligned with Foremost among these commitments is Narendra Modi, had discussions with multilateralism. Her foreign policy is active support for financial flows from ndia's Prime Minister Shri Narendra External Affairs Minister Dr on a multi-polar level, balancing the multilateral financial institutions, and a Modi is expected to visit New York twice Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, and interacted demands of India's accelerated national functional technology facilitation Itowards the end of September 2019. with Indian policy makers in renewable development with the over-riding mechanism. First, he is scheduled to participate in the energy, technology and sustainable requirement for peace and security. The UN Secretary General's ambitious special Climate Action Summit of the UN development. He delivered a lecture at the To meet this requirement, India needs to High-Level Report on Digital Cooperation, Secretary General on 23 September 2019. prestigious Indian Council of World Affairs catalyze an early conclusion to the decades- issued on 10 June 2019, will play an The Prime Minister initiated a visionary in New Delhi, during which he focused on long inter-governmental negotiations in the important role with respect to the use of platform for Climate Action during the 2015 the priorities ahead of him during his UNGA on reforming the primary UN organ technology for sustainable and inclusive Paris Conference on Climate Change, Presidency of the UNGA. responsible for peace and security,which is development. With her own ambitious which has resulted in the establishment of Reaffirming the relevance of the UN, and the UN Security Council. The objective of Digital India program for empowerment a 121-country International Solar Alliance focusing on eradication of poverty, quality the reform is to make the Security Council and development, India is well placed to in India. India's leadership in the use of education, inclusion and partnerships to more equitable in decision-making, more bring the calls for increased renewable energy to mitigate the adverse overcome global challenges, were among transparent and more representative, so multilateralism and international effects of Climate Change will be his top priorities. Each of these areas will that it can respond more effectively to cooperation through multi-stakeholder underscored by the inauguration of a solar play a critical role in reaffirming the challenges to international peace and partnerships contained in the Report into panel system for supply of energy to the UN mandate of the UNGA to respond to security. the UNGA's preparations for the 75th Headquarters Building in New York during challenges to multilateralism today. At the India's decades-long experience of anniversary Summit of the UN in the Summit. heart of this activity will be the need for confronting threats to peace, security and September 2020. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is effective international cooperation. sustainable development from cross-border (The author is a former Permanent expected to return to the United Nations in India is expected to be a key partner for terrorism drives her objective to work Representative of India to the United Nations , New York on Friday 27 September 2019 for the new President of the UNGA in within the legal committee of the UNGA to and Distinguished Fellow, Vivekananda his address to the UN General Assembly achieving progress on his priorities. As a make it obligatory under international law International Foundation) GUEST Jallianwala apology: A noble gesture by the COMMENT Archbishop of Canterbury hen Archbishop of brutal way of sanctifying and In the Jallianwala centenary year, the who had visited the memorial back in Canterbury Reverend Justin sanitizing the lane where an Archbishop has done what the British 1997, had called the incident a WWelby prostrated himself like Englishwoman, and that too a servant monarchy and successive governments distressing example of 'our past history a penitent before the Jallianwala Bagh of the Church, had been assaulted. This have stopped short of doing - saying with India'. memorial on Tuesday, he unwittingly disturbing episode, dwarfed in history sorry and seeking forgiveness. He has The Church's response, as articulated resembled the hapless Amritsar by what happened on April 13, 1919, did admitted that it was 'deeply humbling' by the Archbishop, has come rather late residents who were forced to crawl in not find a mention in the Archbishop's and a matter of 'profound shame' for in the day, but it can't be dismissed as Kucha Kaurianwala a century ago. It condolence message. It is anybody's him 'as a British Christian to visit this insignificant. The apology won't go in was in this narrow street that Marcella guess whether he considers Dyer's place that witnessed such an atrocity.' vain if it can help in bringing much- Sherwood, a British missionary, was warped sense of 'sacred' duty His stance has rekindled the demand needed closure to the tragedy.Hopefully, attacked on April 10, 1919. The incident unchristian or not. However, Reverend for an official apology from the British Reverend Welby will extend the was a major trigger for the massacre Welby has emulated another Government. Then Prime Ministers condemnation to all unpardonable that was perpetrated by Gen Reginald missionary, CF Andrews, who was a Theresa May and David Cameron had crimes committed in the name of the Dyer three days later. Almost a week friend of Mahatma Gandhi and is referred, respectively, to the 'shameful Crown and the Cross. after the bloodbath, Dyer enforced the regarded as among the first Englishmen scar' on British-Indian history and a (Tribune India) dreaded crawling order. This was his to apologizefor the massacre. 'deeply shameful act'. Queen Elizabeth, THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 PERSPECTIVE 9 A U.S.-Iran detente could be on the cards The exit of John Bolton, and Israel's diminished influence on Washington, signal a possible reduction in tensions. By Mohammed Ayoob f it is not Afghanistan, then it must be Iran. U.S. President "Israel and John IDonald Trump desperately needs a dramatic foreign policy breakthrough Bolton have been the before the 2020 elections to establish his reputation as a strategist who can two major obstacles shape afresh the contours of American foreign policy. His lovefest with Kim Jong-un has petered out to a direct encounter without producing any noticeable reduction in North Korea's nuclear between the two arsenal or any curbs on its ballistic missile program. His attempt to get Presidents as a the Taliban to accept a ceasefire so that he could begin withdrawing prelude to a possible American troops from Afghanistan, and thus fulfil the promise he had rapprochement made during the 2016 election campaign, has also stalled because of between the U.S. and Kabul's opposition and the Taliban's unwillingness to stop military action before a settlement is announced. President Donald Trump desperately needs a dramatic foreign policy breakthrough before the Iran. Mr. Trump, This leaves Iran as the only arena 2020 elections. Iran may offer the opportunity. where Mr. Trump can demonstrate his despite his close diplomatic dexterity even if it means the nuclear deal in 2018. But the signal fissures in American Israeli returning to the status quo that had that Iranian leaders are not averse to approaches to this issue into the open. relationship with existed when President Barack Obama talking with their American Mr. Bolton, an outspoken foreign left office. However, Mr. Trump would counterparts has been sent by Tehran policy hawk, has been the standard Prime Minister like to add a dramatic flourish to and received in Washington. In turn, bearer of the hard line vis-à-vis Iran turning the clock back. Mr. Trump reciprocated by stating and is directly or indirectly Benjamin Some of Mr. Trump's closest that he has no problem meeting with responsible for many of the harshest associates, especially the recently President Rouhani. "It could happen. measures adopted by the Trump sacked National Security Advisor It could happen. No problem with me," administration in regard to Iran. He Netanyahu, seems to John Bolton, have been promoting a he said earlier this week. was also strongly opposed to the deal policy that amounted to advocating a Israel and John Bolton have been that Zalmay Khalilzad had worked out have concluded that regime change in Iran, even if by the two major obstacles to a direct with the Taliban in order to begin an force. However, Mr. Trump is encounter between the two Presidents orderly withdrawal of American the Israeli leader is fundamentally averse to leading the as a prelude to a possible forces from Afghanistan. Mr. Bolton's U.S. into an open-ended war with Iran. rapprochement between the U.S. and virulent opposition to any deal with too dependent on This stance is prompted largely by his Iran. Mr. Trump, despite his close Iran short of complete attachment to his campaign promise relationship with Prime Minister denuclearization and regime change, the U.S. and of bringing American soldiers home Benjamin Netanyahu, seems to have both objectives beyond the realm of that garnered a significant number of concluded that the Israeli leader is too possibility, had angered Mr. Trump, votes for him in the last election. He, dependent on the U.S. and especially especially because it ran counter to especially on Mr. therefore, abhors the idea of sending on Mr. Trump to attempt to block such his instinctive antipathy toward more of them to the volatile West a meeting if he decides to go ahead getting involved in overseas military Trump to attempt to Asia. with it. Mr. Netanyahu seemed to conflicts. Zarif's visit to Biarritz confirm this understanding this week However, the firing of John Bolton, block such a meeting when he stated: "Obviously, I don't tell when combined with the visible These instincts were on display at the U.S. President when to meet or diminishing of Israeli influence on if he decides to go the recently concluded G7 meeting in with whom." U.S. policy toward Iran, signals that France following an unscheduled visit Differences with Israel Washington is interested in easing ahead with it. Mr. by Iranian Foreign Minister tensions with Tehran. This is Mohammad Javad Zarif to Biarritz for Nonetheless, this relative softening confirmed by the Secretary of State talks with the French President of their respective stands by the U.S. Mike Pompeo's statement on Netanyahu seemed Emmanuel Macron announced at the and Iran have worried the Israeli September 10 that it was possible that conclave that a Trump-Rouhani establishment. This is why, of late, Mr. a meeting between Mr. Trump and Mr. to confirm this meeting was likely to take place in the Netanyahu has once again been Rouhani could take place this month "coming weeks". making shrill noises about Iran's on the sidelines of the UN General understanding this Mr. Trump said that he had no nuclear weapons capability. He has Assembly session in New York. Such a intention of imposing regime change even gone to the extent of identifying meeting, even if it does not week when he on Iran and declared that under the a nuclear facility near Isfahan that, immediately resolve all the right circumstances, he would according to him, the Iranians contentious bilateral issues, could stated: "Obviously, I certainly agree to a meeting with Mr. destroyed after he had made its form the beginning of a de-escalatory Rouhani. existence public. In response Iranian process that is likely to benefit both don't tell the U.S. In a speech hours earlier, Mr. Foreign Minister Javad Zarif Washington and Tehran in the long Rouhani had also signaled that he was promptly tweeted: "The possessor of run. willing to talk with Trump. He has REAL nukes cries wolf - on an (The author is University Distinguished President when to since qualified his positive response ALLEGED 'demolished' site in Iran." It Professor Emeritus of International Relations, by adding that he would meet Mr. is clear that there is a fundamental Michigan State University, and Senior Fellow, meet or with whom." Trump only after Washington lifted disjuncture between American and Center for Global Policy, Washington, DC) the sanctions re-imposed on Tehran Israeli objectives regarding Iran and after Mr. Trump pulled the U.S. out of recent events have begun to bring the THE INDIAN PANORAMA 10 SOUTH ASIA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Pakistan may Imran Khan to meet Donald Trump face serious twice during US visit financing ISLAMABAD (TIP): Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan will meet US President Donald Trump twice during issues: Moody’s his visit to Washington later this month where he would also address the UN KARACHI (TIP): Moody’s credit General Assembly (UNGA), a media rating agency has placed Pakistan report said on September 13. among countries that might face This would be Khan’s second visit to serious financing issues in the the US. In July, he held a one-on-one extreme scenario under the ongoing meeting with Trump, reports The News US-China trade tensions as International. Islamabad’s reliance on foreign According to his schedule, Khan will currency borrowing and thin arrive in New York on September 21 to reserve coverage of external debt attend the 74th session of the UNGA and payments have weakened its debt will address the world community on affordability. September 27. While Moody’s assume generally As per details, the Prime Minister will stable financing conditions with have his first meeting with the US slowing global growth, the ongoing President at a luncheon and another US-China tensions and global during a high tea. flashpoints of political risk, He is also scheduled to hold talks with expected to travel to Saudi Arabia where During his last visit to Saudi Arabia, sovereigns in emerging markets world leaders and apprise them of the he is scheduled to meet the Kingdom’s the Prime Minister represented Pakistan (EM) and frontier markets (FM) face Kashmir issue. top leadership, according to informed at the 14th Summit of Organisation of a material risk of a period of Ahead of his US visit, Khan is sources. Islamic Cooperation in Makkah. IANS heightened financing stress, reported The Express Tribune. “Greatest exposure is among B- Thailand 1st in Asia to rated sovereigns in Asia-Pacific Taliban to fight on after Trump (APAC), Middle East and North roll out plain cigarette Africa (MENA) and Latin America packaging (LatAm), which see the sharpest says talks dead deterioration in credit metrics BANGKOK (TIP): Thailand rolled when stressed due to weak debt KABUL (TIP): The Taliban on Sept 10 out plain cigarette packaging on sept 10, affordability, reliance on foreign- vowed to continue fighting against US “We had two ways to end the first country in Asia to introduce currency borrowing and thin forces in Afghanistan after President occupation in Afghanistan, one what activists say is an effective way to reserve coverage of external debt Donald Trump said talks with insurgents was jihad and fighting, the other reduce the appeal of smoking. In 2012, payments,” Moody’s Investors were “dead”, saying Washington would was talks and negotiations,” Australia became the first country to Service said in its sector in-depth regret abandoning negotiations. require tobacco products to be sold report on ‘Sovereigns--Global: B- “We had two ways to end occupation in Taliban spokesman Zabihullah without colourful brand logos. Afp rated sovereigns in APAC, LatAm Afghanistan, one was jihad and fighting, Mujahid said. “If Trump wants to and MENA most exposed to the other was talks and negotiations,” stop talks, we will take the first Pak witnesses 13 per financing stress’. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid way and they will soon regret it.” cent rise in HIV cases The agency has said that said. “If Trump wants to stop talks, we Pakistan, along with a few other will take the first way and they will soon secret plan to fly Taliban leaders in for KARACHI (TIP): Pakistan has countries, was particularly exposed regret it.” The Taliban’s statement came direct talks at the Camp David recorded a 13 per cent jump in the new to an economic shock. hours after Trump said the US was presidential facility outside Washington. HIV infections, according to a UN report In terms of debt affordability, walking away from negotiations after Driving another nail into the coffin of that recorded the fastest surge among Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Angola, nearly a year of talks that aimed to pave what had appeared to be nearly finalised the transgenders and sex workers, a and Ghana would see the most the way for an American withdrawal from negotiations, Trump said a US military media report said. The total number of significant deterioration in their Afghanistan following 18 years of war. onslaught on the guerrillas was at its HIV cases in Pakistan has increased to interest payments-to-revenue ratios “They are dead. As far as I am concerned, fiercest level in a decade. “Over the last 1,60,000 this year, a significant increase compared to the baseline 2019-20 they are dead,” Trump said at the White four days, we have been hitting our from 67,000 in 2010, the Express Tribune forecasts. House. The announcement followed Enemy harder than at any time in the last reported, quoting a latest UN report on Pakistan’s external financing gap Trump’s dramatic cancellation of a top- ten years!” he tweeted. — AFP HIV cases. PTI has been alleviated by a $6 billion, 39-month IMF agreement, along with other bilateral and multilateral borrowings providing Bangladesh police officers force gang-rape survivor to an external buffer, “however, external vulnerability remains high divorce husband, marry suspect: Family following years of wide current account deficits and a lack of DHAKA (TIP):: Two Bangladeshi The marriage allegedly took place marriage to take place in the police substantial non-debt-creating policemen have been disciplined after a when she first tried to file the complaint station compound." Police did not say foreign exchange inflows”. rape victim's family said she was forced last week. Police officials on Sept 12 said how long Haq was suspended for and Pakistan’s fiscal profile has been to marry one of the accused rapists in a the marriage appeared to be part of an where the other officer was to be weakened further by higher interest police station, officials said Sept 10. effort to prevent the suspects from being transferred to. Four people linked to the rates following the central bank’s The mother-of-three had accused five prosecuted. assault, including three of the suspected cumulative 750-basis-point hike men of confining her to a room and "We have suspended sub-inspector rapists, have been arrested, he added. over the last two years in response sexually assaulting her multiple times Ekramul Haq for helping the marriage One of the accused is a low-level to external imbalances. between August 29 and August 31 in the between the victim and one of her official of the ruling Awami League With the frequent rollover of northern district of Pabna. suspected rapists, who is also the chief party, the Daily Star said. Rights groups short-term treasury bills, these But her brother told the national Daily accused," deputy police chief of Pabna, say gang-rapes have increased in the higher domestic interest rates have Star newspaper this week that officers at Mohammad ibne Mizan, told AFP. country in recent years. Many blame the rapidly increased the government’s the police station forced her to sign "We have also withdrawn the officer- country's weak criminal justice system, borrowing costs. IANS documents divorcing her husband and in-charge of Pabna Sadar police station which sees very few convictions in rape marrying the main suspect. from his duty after he allowed the cases. AFP THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 ADVERTISEMENTS 11 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 12 US FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 CEOs of 145 of America's biggest companies send letter to senators urging gun legislation The letter, signed by the chief executives of Uber, Levi Strauss & Co., Twitter and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., among other companies, calls firearm violence "a public health crisis that demands urgent action."

WASHINGTON (TIP): A group of 145 CEOs from dated Thursday and first reported particular thing, but he did strongly some of the largest companies in America have sent a by The New York Times, said. convey an interest in doing letter to senators demanding they pass stronger gun "Gun violence in America is not something meaningful, and control laws, calling firearm violence "a public health inevitable; it's preventable. There something that we would be able to crisis that demands urgent action." are steps Congress can, and must, embrace and that could pass," The letter, signed by the chief executives of Uber, take to prevent and reduce gun Toomey told reporters on Levi Strauss & Co., Twitter and Royal Caribbean violence. We need our lawmakers to Wednesday. The letter follows a Cruises Ltd., among other companies, urges Congress support commonsense gun laws that spate of recent mass shootings to expand background checks and "red flag" laws, could prevent tragedies like these," across the country, including legislation that would enable law enforcement to it continued. The letter comes a day massacres in El Paso and west temporarily take guns away from people deemed a after Sen. Chris Murphy,D-Conn., Sen. Joe Manchin, D- Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. The CEOs called on the danger to themselves or others. "We are writing to you W.Va., and Sen. Pat Toomey,R-Pa., advocated for stricter Republican-controlled Senate to follow the House of because we have a responsibility and obligation to background checks during a phone call with President Representatives' lead in passing a measure updating the stand up for the safety of our employees, customers and Donald Trump and his staffers. Senators on background check system that Congress established 25 all Americans in the communities we serve across the Wednesday's call with Trump said they were years ago. The bill, passed in the Democratic-controlled country. Doing nothing about America's gun violence encouraged by the conversation. House in February, would require federal background crisis is simply unacceptable and it is time to stand "I want to be clear, the president did not make a checks for all firearms sales and transfers. (Read full with the American public on gun safety," the letter, commitment to support any particular bill or any story on www.theindianpanorama.news) New Exhibition ‘Comic Art: 120 Years of Panels and Pages’ Explores Comics from Early Newspapers to Famous Characters Yearlong Exhibition Features 45 Original Drawings, Comic Books and Printed Pages WASHINGTON (TIP): A new exhibition at the An extremely rare first edition of "All-Negro contemporary cartoonists: Library of Congress explores the fascinating evolution Comics" created by black cartoonists in 1947. Conversation with Jaime Hernandez of visual storytelling styles in comic art - from panels "Comic Art" will feature 45 items in the first rotation Thursday, Sept. 12, at 4 p.m. in early newspapers to contemporary images of some and a second rotation in spring 2020. The exhibition is Room 119, First Floor,Thomas Jefferson Building of the most famous and funny characters in print. on view in the Graphic Arts Galleries of the Library's A conversation with comic artist Jaime Hernandez, "Comic Art: 120 Years of Panels and Pages" opens Sept. Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., co-creator of the alternative comic "Love and Rockets." 12 and will be on view for a year in the Graphic Arts Washington, D.C. The exhibition is free and open to the Hernandez was the winner of the 2014 Los Angeles Galleries of the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building. public Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Times Book Prize for best graphic novel/comic and the The exhibition draws from the Library's extensive Two opening programs will feature 2014 Will Eisner Comic Industry Award for Best collection of comic art, which includes some of the Writer/Artist. He will be interviewed by Gary Groth, earliest comics, including the first successful founder and president of Fantagraphics, about his newspaper comic strip featuring Richard Outcault's work and creative process, representing Latinx "The Yellow Kid," early drawings of "Peanuts," experiences in comic art and changes in the field over superheroes including Batman, Superman and the the course of his career. A small display of materials Incredible Hulk in modern comic books, and much from the Library's collections will accompany this talk. more. Cartoonist Lynn Johnston Presents, in Words and "The Yellow Kid," first published in a panel in the Pictures New York World newspaper in 1895, is credited with Friday, Sept. 13, at noon sparking the rise of comics as a new American art Room 119, First Floor,Thomas Jefferson Building form. By the middle of the 20th century, a growing Cartoonist Lynn Johnston, creator of the long- number of diverse comic artists were examining their running syndicated comic strip "For Better or Worse," own life stories and commenting on culture and will discuss her career and artistic process, while politics while expanding into graphic novels, fanzines illustrating the presentation in real time. Tickets are and web comics. Comic art characters and narratives available at johnston-lc.eventbrite.com. have also spread across film, television, books and "Comic Art" is part of a yearlong initiative inviting marketing to reach even more people. visitors to Explore America's Changemakers through a Highlights of the exhibition's first rotation series of exhibitions, events and programs. The exhibition is made possible through the include: generous support of the Swann Foundation for The first major recurring comic character in a Caricature and Cartoon and gifts in kind from the newspaper, "The Yellow Kid;" Small Press Expo. An early drawing of Charles Schulz' beloved comic An online exhibition is available at loc.gov/exhibits. strip "Peanuts" from 1952 with Charlie Brown, Lucy, Follow the exhibition on social media with the hashtag Peppermint Patty and Snoopy; #ComicArt. The Library of Congress is the world's A drawing of "Brenda Starr, Reporter" by Dale largest library, offering access to the creative record of Messick, whose strip represents a milestone for female the United States - and extensive materials from characters in comics by female cartoonists; around the world - both on site and online. It is the An original Batman comic book illustration from main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home 1967; of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections, A cover drawing of the Incredible Hulk by artist reference services and other programs and plan a visit Marie Severin, one of the few women to advance to at loc.gov, access the official site for U.S. federal drawing major superhero titles for Marvel comics; legislative information at congress.gov and register The new exhibition "Comic Art: 120 Years of Panels and Pages" Self-published minicomics that helped launch the creative works of authorship at copyright.gov. explores the visual styles of comics from the first newspaper career of Raina Telgemeier; comic strips to some of the most famous characters. (Based on a press release ) THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 US 13 Eleventh Annual Independence Day Mushaira-Kavi Sammelan in Washington

Book Release. ( L to R): Dr. Moazzam Siddiqi, Dr. Satyapal Anand, Dr. Vishakha Thaker, Mr. Gulshan Madhur, Mr. Rakesh Khandelwal, Dr. Zafar Iqbal, Dr. Ashok Narayan, Dr. A. Abdullah, and Dr. Mike Ghouse Photo / Afzal Usmani ARLINGTON (TIP): The Aligarh recognizes local poets and authors by A view of the audience Photo / Afzal Usmani Alumni Association-Metro DC (AAA- releasing their recently published DC) in association with the Global books. In the recent past, more than two opined. special treat was the participation of Dr. Organization of People of Indian dozen poets and authors have released Dr. Mike Ghouse expanded on the Ashok Narayan, who has published a Origin-Metro DC (GOPIO-DC) hosted a their books through this program." Dr. theme of Sanjhi Virasat by reciting a collection of his poetry Kasaye Dil and successful Yom-e-Azadi Mushaira/Kavi Razi Raziuddin, President AAA-DC and nazm (poem) evoking early memories of Shararey. He retired from the Indian Sammelan, celebrating 72nd Dr. Renuka Misra of GOPIO-DC celebrations of festivals of all Administrative Service and came from Independence Day of the Subcontinent welcomed and thanked the participants communities in his neighborhood. He India. Participating poets (in at the Central Library Auditorium, and audience on behalf of their described his enjoyments of playing alphabetical order) included: Dr. A. Arlington on Sunday, 25th August 2019. associations. They also applauded the Holi and having sweets in Diwali, Abdullah, Dr. Ashok Narayan, Dr. Qaisar This year, four cultural community increasing popularity of the program whereas his non-Muslim neighbors Abbas, Dr. Razi Raziuddin, Dr. Satyapal organizations-Association of Indian Dr. Moazzam Siddiqui, who retired as participated in Eid and other Muslim Anand, Dr. Vishakha Thaker, Mr. A Muslims (AIM), National Council of Chief of South-Asian and Far East events. Rahman Siddiqui, Mr. Gulshan Madhur, Asian-Indian Associations, Inc (NCAIA, Languages at Voice of America, gave an Language binds people, while poetry Mr. Qamar Kazmi, Mr. Rakesh Inc.), Hyderabad Association of eloquent speech tracing the centuries- heals the hearts. Mushaira and Kavi Khandelwal, Mr. Sadiq Bajwa, Mr. Yusuf Washington Metro Area (HAWMA), and old tradition of Sanjhi Virasat (shared Sammelan are Subcontinent's tradition Rahat, Ms. Kiran Nath, Ms. Sukesh Center for Pluralism (CFP)-also co- heritage) in the Subcontinent. He where the poets share their poetry with Chopra, Ms. Vandana Singh, and Ms. sponsored the program. More than 150 explained the genesis of Urdu through active participating listeners. Vinita Tewari. The Metropolitan literary enthusiasts flocked into the the mixing of Persian, Sanskrit, and Urdu/Hindi together is the third most Washington area is very fertile in Auditorium to be part of this unique other regional languages and spoken language in the world after producing high caliber literary event. emphasized its unmatched role in the Mandarin and English. Urdu and Hindi personalities and it is always a challenge Greeting authors, poets, and audience, freedom movement. He emphasized that languages are twin sisters, they use 75% to find adequate time for each poet to the Program Coordinator Dr. Zafar Iqbal writers and poets from Muslim, Hindu, similar words and are marching forward enable him/her to recite even a said, "The goal of this annual program is Sikh, and Christian communities all side by side in India and all over the representative quantum literary work. to provide a forum where diverse people- contributed to this cause, using Urdu as world. Invited poets from the Metro- Well-known author and poet, Abdur transcending political, religious, their medium of communication. He Washington area recited their poetry, Rehman Siddiqi chaired and analyzed regional, and geographical boundaries- lamented the current decline in the making people enjoy and reflect on the poems recited by the poets and could assemble under the same umbrella secular and tolerance ethos in India-the current social and community issues. congratulated the organizers for the and appreciate the Ganga Jamuni oldest melting pot. "This situation is The event brought the diaspora with successful program. Afzal Usmani culture of the Subcontinent. In addition hopefully temporary and the ethos of multiple ethnic backgrounds together compered the poetry recitation session to sharing poetry, this event also Sanjhi Virasat shall come back," he under the same umbrella. In addition, a with remarkable literary skill. In keeping with the tradition of honoring authors and poets of Metro- Washington area, books of two poets- Rakesh Khandelwal and Gulshan Madhur-were released by Dr. Satya Pal Anand and Dr. Ashok Narayan, respectively. Chairing this session, veteran poet, author, and critic, Dr. Anand commended the efforts of the authors and expressed his wish that similar programs to bringing people of different languages and culture under one roof will be continued. Gulshan Madhur, Rakesh Khandelwal, Dr. Ashok Narayan, Dr. Moazzam Siddiqi, Dr. Satyapal Anand, and Dr. Vishakha Thaker The AAA-DC started this Independence Day annual Mushaira- Kavi Sammelan tradition more than a decade ago and GOPIO-DC joined the efforts soon after. It is very gratifying to see that four other community organizations (AIM, NCAIA, Inc., HAWMA, and CFP) also co-sponsored the program this year. It was announced that the organizers were planning to have a cultural festival of South-Asian languages next year with the help of Montgomery and Fairfax Counties offices. (Based on a press release issued by Dr. Zafar Iqbal with Dr. Mike Ghouse) Another view of audience Photo / Afzal Usmani THE INDIAN PANORAMA 14 INDIA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

INDIA-CHINA STANDOFF AT LADAKH LAC ENDS 100 days of govt just a trailer, NEW DELHI (TIP): A day after a standoff between India and Chinese troops near Pangong Tso lake in eastern Ladakh, New Delhi is hopeful of early full movie yet to come: Modi talks on boundary between the two countries. A meeting between brigadier-level officials of India and China led to lowering of tempers after RANCHI (TIP): Prime Minister troops of either side were engaged in a face-off on Narendra Modi today said that the Wednesday morning near Pangong Tso lake in 100 days of his government’s work eastern Ladakh. The Line of Actual Control (LAC), was just a trailer and the entire film de facto boundary, is not demarcated on ground. is yet to come. In New Delhi, spokesperson for the Ministry of “The 100 days work of the External Affairs Raveesh Kumar said India was government is just a trailer and the hopeful of boundary talks at the special movie is yet to come. Those who representative-level before the informal Modi-Xi were thinking that they are above summit, dates and venue for which are yet to be the law are seeking bail now. I am finalised. working on what I had promised. I On the face-off in Ladakh, he said due attention had promised a kamdaar (working) must be given to the fact that it was quickly resolved. and damdaar (effective) The incident occurred when Chinese troops government,” said Modi while objected to patrol by Indian soldiers near Pangong launching three national-level Tso. schemes here on Thursday. He said, “In 100 days, Muslim TROOPS READY, GOVT TO women have been given their right and triple talaq law has been DECIDE ON POK: ARMY CHIEF implemented. The anti-terror law has been made more stringent, the NEW DELHI (TIP): Indian work for development of Jammu Army chief General Bipin and Kashmir has been initiated. Rawat on Thursday said that Those who were plundering people the Army troops are ready to have been sent to the right place retrieve Pakistan occupied (Jail). And what we had promised to Prime Minister Narendra Modi launching ‘Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana’ for small and Kashmir (PoK) and make it a farmers is being delivered.” marginal farmers at a function in Ranchi, Jharkhand, on September 12. part of India. He also said that Modi on Thursday launched a while the Army troops are pension scheme for farmers, small “Jharkhand has become the from the local mines in Rajmahal ready to take action on a cue, it traders and 462 Eklavya Model launching pad for national-level area to various thermal power is the government which takes residential schools for tribal schemes. In September last year, the plants. This is part of the Haldia- decisions in such matters. students. He inaugurated the world’s biggest health scheme Varanasi waterway project. It will Speaking to news agency ANI, General Bipin riverine multi-modal terminal in Ayushman Bharat was launched also provide a market for the Rawat said that the next agenda of India is to Sahebganj district and the from the same Prabhat Tara products of Jharkhand in other retrieve PoK from the clutches of Pakistan and the Assembly building at Ranchi. He ground. Today, three national-level parts of the country.” decision in this regard has to be taken by the also laid the foundation stone of the schemes have been launched. This He also appealed to the people of government. secretariat. will give a new identity to the state,” Jharkhand to actively participate in "The next agenda is retrieving PoK and making it a Modi termed the recently the PM said. ending the menace of single-use part of India. The government takes actions in such concluded monsoon session of “The Sahebganj multi-modal plastic. “Collect single-use plastic at matters. The institutions of the country will work as Parliament as historic for which he terminal will give new one place and make the country free per the orders of the government. The Army is thanked the MPs and political opportunities to Jharkhand. It will from this menace on the 150th always ready," he said. parties. He said that important Bills play an important role in birthday of Mahatma Gandhi,” said Earlier, Union Minister Jitendra Singh had said were passed during the session. transportation of domestic coal Modi. that next agenda of the government is to "retrieve" parts of Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) and make it a territory of India. "Now, the next agenda is retrieving PoK and making it a part of India. It's not only me or $5-trn economy a pipe dream, says Manmohan; my party's commitment, but it's a part of a resolution unanimously passed by Parliament in 1994 during Cong plans nationwide stir from Oct 15 Congress government headed by PV Narasimha Rao," Jitendra Singh told reporters in Jammu. NEW DELHI (TIP): Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today said the economy was facing a ‘Einstein discovered gravity’: dangerously protracted slowdown and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s promise of expanding it to $5 trillion Piyush Goyal clarifies by 2024 was a “pipe dream.” “The country is in the midst of a dangerously NEW DELHI (TIP): Union minister Piyush protracted slowdown and the economy is going from Goyal's defence of the economy under Prime bad to worse. The dangerous thing is the government is Minister Narendra Modi's government led to an complacent enough to not realise the current inadvertent error on the "discovery" of gravity today, situation,” he said hoping for an urgent financial setting Twitter buzzing. Jokes and memes flooded stimulus to promote demand and investment to arrest the social media platform as some users pointed to the economic decline. Union minister Nirmala Sitharaman's comment on “The PM has been talking of $5 trillion economy by millennials -- while explaining the auto sector 2024…This looks like a pipe dream. In 2018-2019, the slowdown -- days before. Mr Goyal later said his economy was of the size of $ 2.7 trillion and if we have remarks were taken out of context. to reach $5 trillion by 2024, we need a growth rate of 12 Speaking to reporters after a meeting with the per cent per annum in nominal term and 9 per cent in The country is in the midst of a dangerously protracted Board of Trade in Delhi, Mr Goyal advised people real term. And if the economy goes down quarter after not to go by calculations seen on television. quarter, there is no hope that the PM’s promise of a $5 slowdown and the economy is going from bad to worse. "If you're looking at a five trillion dollar economy, trillion economy will become a reality. Our The dangerous thing is the government is complacent the country will have to grow at 12%. Today it's responsibility is to take this message to the country and enough to not realise the current situation. growing at 6%," he said. "Don't get into those maths. point out how the BJP has misled the people,” Singh Those maths have never helped Einstein discover warned as the Congress announced an agitation plan —Manmohan Singh, Former PM gravity... If you'd only gone by structured formulae on the economic slowdown. and what was past knowledge, I don't think there The agitations will be held across the country “What was promised is not being delivered and there would have been any innovation in this world," he between October 15 and 25. Singh provided fodder for is no sign that the government is thinking of a real plan added. the agitations, saying “There is an atmosphere of gloom of action to incentivise the economy,” the former PM Twitter promptly pointed out that it was Newton and doom all around.” He predicted job loss nearing a said at the meeting chaired by Congress president and not Einstein who discovered gravity and the million if current trends of dipping auto sales Sonia Gandhi to discuss plans for marking the end of names of both scientists shot up in the trending continued and urged Congress colleagues to tell people yearlong celebrations of Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth lists. how the BJP had “misled” the country. anniversary. Source: The Tribune THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 INDIA 15

BUSY ON PHONE, WOMAN Justin Welby prostrates himself SITS ON MATING SNAKES, in apology for Jallianwala DIES AFTER BITE GORAKHPUR (TIP): A 30-year-old woman died of snake bite when she, while talking to her husband on AMRITSAR (TIP): Archbishop mobile phone, sat on a pair of snakes that were of Canterbury, Justin Welby on mating on her bed, at her residence in Reyan village, Tuesday visited Jallianwala Bagh under Gola police station area of Gorakhpur district. memorial and said that he was According to a family member of the deceased, the both "ashamed and sorry" for the incident occurred on Saturday when Gita Yadav was crime which was committed at busy talking on the phone with her husband Jai that site in 1919. Singh, who is employed in Thailand. Gita, whose 7- Welby lied on the floor of the year-old daughter was sleeping with her memorial after reading out a grandmother in the next room, failed to spot the prayer to God to seek forgiveness. mating snakes due to the bed sheet having a ‘thick While paying homage at the dark-lined pattern’ and the dim light in the room, her Jallianwala Bagh memorial, kin said. Welby said, "I cannot speak for On being bit, the woman screamed but the British Government. I am not immediately fainted on the floor as froth started the official of the government but coming out of her mouth, the relative said. can speak in the name of Christ. She was rushed to a private doctor, who referred It is a place for sin and her to the district hospital in Mau, where she died redemption. You have during treatment. remembered what they have done Dr Santosh Singh, who attended to her in the and their memory will live." village, said: “She was brought to my hospital with a "I am ashamed and sorry for the Justin Portal Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, prostrates as he pays tribute at snake bite. As her condition worsened, I referred her impact of the crime committed. the Jallianwala Bagh martyrs' memorial in Amritsar. to the district hospital for treatment. The intensity of As a religious leader, I mourn the the venom suggested that the snakes might be tragedy", Welby said. Reginald Dyer fired machine guns General Dyer and his men. cobras.” "Here I come only seeking in into a crowd of unarmed Hundred years on, the United sorrow and repentance before the protesters and pilgrims who had Kingdom is yet to give a full Truck owner, driver fined people who have suffered in the gathered in Jallianwala Bagh in apology for the gruesome attack hands of British bullets. Again I Punjab's Amritsar on the on unarmed protesters in Rs 2 lakh for nine offences cannot speak for the government occasion of Baisakhi. Amritsar in 1919. but I speak with repentance," he The crowd had assembled Earlier this year, former British NEW DELHI (TIP): A driver and an owner of a added. peacefully at the venue to Prime Minister Theresa May had truck, were slapped a total fine of over Rs 2 lakh for The Jallianwala Bagh massacre condemn the arrest of two said that the United Kingdom at least nine offences under the amended Motor took place on April 13, 1919, when national leaders - Satya Pal and "deeply regrets" the 1919 massacre Vehicles Act which came into effect from September troops of the British Indian Army Saifuddin Kitchlew -- when they and called it a "shameful scar" on 1. The penalties, which transport officials said is the under the command of Colonel were fired at indiscriminately by the British-Indian history. highest in Delhi so far, were imposed for violations including overloading and driving without a proper license. The truck, registered in Haryana, was fined by the INDIA BUILDING ITS OWN enforcement team of the transport department on Three JeM militants the GT Karnal Road on Wednesday evening, an SUPERCOMPUTERS: GOVT official said. Earlier, a truck from Rajasthan had been handed out a fine of Rs 1.41 lakh for overloading NEW DELHI (TIP): India is building arrested in Kathua and other offences. supercomputers instead of procuring them from Six assault rifles, magazines and 180 “Our enforcement team imposed a fine of Rs foreign countries, Department of Science and rounds seized from truck 2,00,500 on the trucker for a number of offences Technology Secretary Ashutosh Sharma said on including not having a DL, pollution under control Thursday. SRINAGAR (TIP): Three alleged Jaish-e- (PUC) certificate, registration certificate, fitness test Two computers are already functional at IIT-BHU Muhammed (JeM) militants were arrested by the and insurance. It was also operating in violation of and IIT-Kharagpur (1.6 petaflops), while the third will police in Jammu & Kashmir’s frontier district of the requisite permit condition. Besides, the driver be assembled at the Indian Institute of Science Kathua on Thursday. They have been charged with was not wearing a seat belt,” said a transport official. Education and Research, Pune by the end of the week. smuggling weapons and ammunition into the Valley Official added that this penalty is perhaps the In an interaction with reporters in Delhi, Mr Sharma illegally for carrying out terror activities. highest so far in the country as well. said the project is worth Rs. 4,500 crore and it is being Inspector general of police (Jammu range) Makesh The truck was slapped a penalty of Rs 20,000 for implemented in three phases. Singh said that during routine checking, a truck, overloading with an additional fine of Under phase one, the initial plan was to buy three loaded with cardboard material, was intercepted by Rs 36,000 for being overloaded with 18 tonnes above computers and build three. However the purchase was the police at 8 am on the Jammu-Pathankot Highway. the permissible limit. delayed, leading to an escalation in cost which Three persons on board were caught with arms and Each extra tonne of overloading carries a fine of prompted the DST to go for the "build" model with ammunition, he added. Rs 2,000 under the amended Act, he added. greater integration and focus on indigenisation, a Confirming the arrests, senior superintendent of The total amount of penalty included Rs 1,31,000 senior scientist said. police, Kathua, Sridhar Patil said that the police for violations of traffic norms and Rs 69,500 on the Accordingly, the Centre for Development of intercepted the truck having registration number JK truck owner. The penalty was paid at Rohini court on Advanced Computing (C-DAC) floated Request for 13E-2000, based on specific inputs, at Lakhanpur. Thursday, the official said. Proposal and a company procured material for six He said that the arms and ammunition recovered supercomputers. from the truck included four AK-56 rifles, two AK-47 No consular access to Jadhav C-DAC is also credited with building the first rifles, six magazines and 180 rounds of ammunition, supercomputer, Param, in India. besides cash worth `11,000. NEW DELHI (TIP): Hours after Pakistan said that "The original plan was to import supercomputers but He claimed that all the alleged militants are a second consular access to death-row convict the last three years give us the confidence that we can residents of Kashmir Valley and that the truck is Kulbhushan Jadhav would not be granted, India start building them ourselves. So the new direction is owned by one Suhil Ahmed Latoo of Gulshanabad in today said it would keep trying for “full” six supercomputers are being built in India," he said. Pulwama district and was being driven by one Javaid implementation of the verdict by the International Sharma said under the phase one, integration and Ahmed Dar. Court of Justice that had gone in its favour. assembly is being done at the motherboard level. The Punjab Police have launched a probe on “The (International Court of Justice) judgment The second phase would kickstart next year and most whether the three nabbed terrorists had travelled was in our favour. We have been telling Pakistan of the parts would be assembled and integrated within through Punjab even as BSF officials said they did not consistently that it should be implemented fully. We the country, except the chips, Sharma said. discount the possibility of the consignment having will still try for its full implementation,” MEA "Under phase three, we will be pretty much making made its way from Pakistan via Punjab border. spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said at a media your own supercomputer, except the chips," Mr Sharma Significantly, the terrorists were travelling in a briefing here. said. truck believed to have “originated” from Amritsar Charge d’ Affaires at the Indian High Commission With every step the level of indigenisation will though it carried a JK number plate. DGP Dinkar in Islamabad Gaurav Ahluwalia had met Jadhav for increase. Gupta said officials of the State Special Operation the first time on September 2 following the ICJ Elaborating on the import of the chips, he said it Cell had joined the investigation at Kathua to verdict directing Pakistan to grant consular access to would be designed within the country. ascertain the route taken by the terrorists. Jadhav. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 16 THEATER FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 IAAC's 2019 EB Dance Festival By Mabel Pais

he Indo-American Arts Council anklet resound while the sages and IndianRaga's work seeks to prove that include a Guggenheim Fellowship, a (IAAC) is organizing the 11th deities watch in wonder. He is innovation and tradition are not Doris Duke Performing Artist Award, a TAnnual Erasing Borders Dance accompanied on instruments by all the mutually exclusive. "Shiva Shambho" Joyce Award and more. She has been Festival (EBDF), a 3-day festival from gods who have gathered to watch. The offers a new take on classical nritta, commissioned by Lincoln Center, Walker September 14 to 16, consisting of: dance is composed by Leela Samson. weaving in aspects of Shiva with intense Art Center, American Dance Festival, the ● Dance CONCERT in Queens, New footwork and dramatic poses. Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi and The York, on September 14th 7PM - "Depression" exhibits the everyday Kennedy Center, among others. 9PM at the Community Center, struggle of living with mental illness. We TAMAR ROGOFF will be leading a 143-09 Holly Avenue, Flushing, NY see the future of Indian classical dance workshop on narrative dance. As artistic 11355 as highly relevant to the present day, and ● WORKSHOPS on September 15th one that can transcend cultural, 1:30PM - 4:30PM at the Alvin Ailey religious, and social boundaries. Citigroup Theatre, 405 W 55th St, New York audiences will have a chance New York, NY 10019 to catch these performances on 2 ● Dance CONCERT on September evenings - 15, 5PM - 7PM at the Alvin Ailey Saturday, September 14, 2019 7 PM - 9 Citigroup Theatre, 405 W 55th St, PM Community Center, 143-09 Holly New York, NY 10019 Avenue, Flushing, NY 11355 (Indian Raga DISCUSSION: Dancing Identity on Parijat Desai: Pardon My Heart will not be part of this concert) September 16, 1:10PM - 2.25PM and Pardon My Heart, by choreographer And Sunday, September 15, 2019 5 PM - bharatanatyam masterclass by Radhe Parijat Desai, reimagines the lovelorn 7 PM The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theatre, Jaggi on September 16, 4:10PM - 5:25 nayika (heroine) of medieval Sufi period 405 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019 PM at Barnard College, 3009 Broadway, - now she's a bit more melodramatic, and In addition to these performances, New York, NY 10027. speaks in contemporary verse. Desai there will also be workshops and panels About EB Dance weaves dance together with recitation of on September 15 and 16. verse by American poet Marcus Jackson Apart from the performers and Established in 2008, the prestigious and legendary Pakistani reformer Faiz curators, panelists include: Erasing Borders Dance Festival (EBDF) Ahmed Faiz. Her choreography is set to Tamar Rogoff presents both emerging and established new arrangements of Ravi Shankar's Photos/ Courtesy IAAC dancers and choreographers. IAAC is "Chaturang Tarana" and a Khayal in proud to note that many of the new and Raag Nat Bihag. On Sunday,Desai will be director of Tamar Rogoff Performance emerging artists it has presented in the accompanied by a stellar ensemble: Projects she does inclusive, past went on to perform extensively with Kiran Ahluwalia (vocal), Neel Murgai multidisciplinary, multigenerational, international recognition. (sitar), Arun Ramamurthy (violin), and site-specific performance and film. Each year, the curatorial team strives Ehren Hansen (tabla). On Saturday, she She has developed body scripting, an to bring the audience outstanding will perform to a unique arrangement of experiential approach that informs her original works from various parts of the the original Tarana and Khayal lifelong teaching and choreographic world. This year's bounty of applications recordings, by sound designer Stephan process. Her work has been shown at P.S. coalesced around representations of Moore. 122, LaMaMa, Lincoln Center and identity as fluid and as challenging or abroad. Rogoff choreographed for Claire highlighting the role of tradition in our Danes at P.S. 122 and was her movement lives. How do we understand ourselves, coach for HBO's Temple Grandin. She our traditions, within our current NOLINI BARRETTO originally a has been funded by the National locations in nationalist, immigrant and Chhau dancer in India who has long been Endowment for the Arts, Rockefeller global scenarios? Raw, or finely honed, part of the New York arts community.Most MAP Grant, NYFA, Sundance, IFP and this year's program highlights the many recently, Nolini founded the site-specific was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship. ways in which dancers 'play' with performance series, Sitelines, which she For more Details and to purchase tradition and inform a creative aesthetic curated and produced for six years at the Tickets for the Erasing Borders Dance of the 21st century. Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. Nolini Festival, visit https://iaac.us/erasing- This year, the lineup includes - served on the Bessies Committee (New borders-dance-festival/ York Dance and Performance Awards) ABOUT INDO-AMERICAN ARTS from 2007 to 2014 and was the Co-Curator of Kalamandir Dance Company: DFA's Dance on Camera Festival at Lincoln COUNCIL: Urban Jatra Center in July 2019. The IAAC supports all the artistic Drawing from their roots of disciplines in classical, fusion, folk and traditional Kathak movements and innovative forms influenced by the arts combining them with a contemporary of India. We work cooperatively with movement vocabulary, this performance colleagues around the United States to creates a theatrical effect of Jatra - broaden our collective audiences and to community theatre. Solo Kathak create a network for shared information, footwork complements the synchronized resources and funding. Our focus is to movement by an ensemble for a visual help artists and art organizations in juxtaposition of the traditional and North America as well as to facilitate contemporary. artists from India to exhibit, perform IndianRaga: Tradition in Transition and produce their work here. The IAAC is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law. For further information, visit www.iaac.us. 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She can be reached at [email protected]) THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 FEATURE 17 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 18 BOLLYWOOD FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 NORA FATEHI SAYS SHE USED TO BE BULLIED FOR HER DANCE SKILLS IN SCHOOL hen it comes to dance songs, it seems Bollywood filmmakers can’t Wthink of anyone but Nora Fatehi. And going by her moves, one naturally assumes that she has always been a fabulous dancer. However, Nora has a different story to tell. “If you asked me 10-15 years ago if I’d ever be the go-to girl for dance songs and have ‘NO REGRETS ABOUT audiences go crazy for my dance moves, I’d have probably laughed. There was a time SAINA NEHWAL BIOPIC’ when I used to be bullied for my dance at school. People used to laugh at me and say hraddha Kapoor is on a roll, as her that I didn’t know how to dance,” shares the latest film Chhichhore is receiving 27-year-old, who recently starred in a music Scritical acclaim. The actress was video, Pachtaoge, opposite Vicky Kaushal. also the first choice to play Saina Nehwal Nora, who was born and raised in for the sportsperson’s biopic, and things Canada, adds, “I used to always try to get didn’t work out despite starting the prep into the cool group, the girls in the school work for the film. who were fabulous dancers. I used to copy “I had to opt-out of it because Street them and tried to get accepted but they Dancer came my way and it all boiled always rejected me. I was told I wasn’t on down to allotting dates, which was not their level of dancing.” possible. Remo sir had given me ABCD2, The actor has surely come a long way. so there is no way I would say no to him. I From being mocked for her dance skills to loved the Street Dancer script and he has having songs such as Rock the Party (Rocky been my guru, so he plays a big part,” she Handsome; 2016), Kamariya (Stree; 2018), explains. Dilbar (Satyamev Jayate; 2018) to the latest To be directed by Amol Gupte, the O Saki Saki from Batla House to her credit. Saina Nehwal biopic will soon go on “It's an honour and gives me a lot of floors with Parineeti Chopra in the lead confidence to be considered as a good role. Nevertheless, Shraddha has no dancer. Filmmakers trust me as a regrets about missing out on this project. newcomer, and also someone who is not “I have no regrets. It would have been from the industry, to carry a song on her unfair for me to ask Amol to wait. I didn’t shoulder alone. That’s a huge even ask. I got dengue and it got pushed accomplishment. I never imagined that I’d already,so it was a choice to make and the be given this kind of responsibility and choice was mine,” she adds. deliver,” she says. Source: HT HUMA QURESHI CONFIRMS DATING MUDASSAR AZIZ fter much speculation, Huma Qureshi confirmed her relationship with Pati Patni Aur Woh director AMudassar Aziz. On his birthday (September 5), Huma took to Instagram and penned an emotional message for him. She wrote, "The Many Moods of Mudassar... It sure has been a hell of a ride ... I’m so proud of everything you do and the man you are ! I pray from the bottom of my heart Tiger Shroff’s sis Krishna on that all your dreams come true ... Happy Birthday baba @mudassar_as_is Sending love from saat samundar paar.... Stay smiling always ... Onwards #love her Boyfriend Eban Hyams #happybirthday #joy #virgobaby #Septemberchild Love ctor Tiger Shroff‘s sister Krishna Shroff in a you more than you know ...(sic)." candid chat reveals what’s been brewing. In Mudassar replied, "Phew it’s hard to reply to this... A Aher latest interview with Mumbai Mirror, soul as gorgeous as you are @iamhumaq finds Krishna accepted that she has been dating a man appreciation even in somebody as flawed or fractured as I named Eban Hyams for the last four months and they am... Clearly then, I’m the lucky one!I won’t thank you are head over heels in love with each other. because I actually can’t do that enough... I’d rather just sit The stunning daughter of Jackie and Ayesha Shroff back & gape in awe at how much, how wonderfully, how also commented on the post that led to the rumours of warmly you love. Stay true! Stay you! Love you loads her secret wedding recently when Eban addressed (sic)." According to reports, the two have been dating for her as ‘wifey’ in his Instagram stories. She laughed over a year. off the incident and said even her mom freaked out On July 28, which is Huma's birthday, Mudassar had and asked her about what all was being discussed in shared a photo with Huma and captioned it, "All things the media. Krishna was quoted saying, “It’s hilarious, GORGEOUS down to the soul is what you are just a term. And it’s crazy how there are so many @iamhumaq !!! A birthday wish is NOTHING close to articles saying we were secretly married. Even my what will sum up how joyous, fulfilling & inspired you mum asked me what was going on.” make every moment for me!Heart full of duas and all the The 26-year-old fitness enthusiast went on to reveal love in the world for you. Have a smashhhhhhinh that she met Eban through a common friend whom #American birthday!(sic)." she was meeting after a really long time. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 HOLLYWOOD 19 HAYLEY ATWELL TO STAR WITH TOM CRUISE IN NEXT ‘MISSION IMPOSSIBLE’ FILM

he news of her joining the cast of the film was shared by filmmaker TChristopher McQuarrie through her Instagram account. Ruby Rose as Batwoman "Should you choose to accept..." McQuarrie referred to recurring 'Mission: Impossible' ctress Ruby Rose makes history as quote while captioning a picture of Atwell. the titular heroine of Batwoman, Meanwhile, the film will see Cruise Atelevision's first superhero series reprising his role as the seemingly led by an openly gay character. indestructible secret agent Ethan Hunt. "Everyone wants to play a superhero," The seventh film in the franchise will hit big Rose told an American entertainment screens on July 23, 2021, while the eight magazine. "Batwoman, in particular, instalment will open a year later on August 5, means so much to me because she's so 2022. comfortable within her sexuality. It's a Both the instalments will be helmed by character that I wish I could have seen on McQuarrie. The director's previous film television growing up. It's time. It's time to credits include 2015's 'Rogue Nation' and 2018's have a gay superhero." 'Fallout'. "I packed up everything and came to the On the work front, Atwell has earned States with, like, two suitcases," she prominence for her role as Peggy Carter in the recalled. "And I didn't get anything for two Marvel Cinematic Universe, starting with years. Couldn't get a manager, couldn't get 'Captain America: The First Avenger' and an agent, could not get a audition," Rose including the 'Agent Carter' series, 'Ant-Man', said. 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' and the recently To Indian movie buffs, Rose is best released 'Avengers: Endgame'. known as Deepika Padukone and Vin The 37-year old has also appeared in Diesel's co-star in 'xXx: Return Of Xander 'Cinderella', 'Christopher Robin' and 'Blinded Cage'. by the Light'.

SCARLETT JOHANSSON SAYS SHE BELIEVES WOODY ALLEN IS INNOCENT

carlett Johansson says she’s innocence. He has never been standing by Woody Allen because, criminally charged. ‘VICTORIA’ STAR JENNA COLEMAN S“I believe him.” Johansson is active in women’s Much of Hollywood has distanced issues and was among early itself from the filmmaker since the supporters of Time’s Up. JOINS NETFLIX/BBC CRIME DRAMA MeToo movement prompted a re- “It’s hard because it’s a time where enna Coleman (Victoria, Doctor suspect in the unsolved murders of up to examination of child sexual abuse people are very fired up, and Who), Billy Howle 20 young Western travelers across India, allegations from his now-grown understandably,” she said. “Things J(MotherFatherSon, Dunkirk) and Thailand and Nepal’s "Hippie Trail" in daughter, Dylan. Michael Caine, needed to be stirred up, and so people Ellie Bamber (Les Misérables, Nocturnal 1975 and 1976. Psychopath, con man, thief Timothee Chalamet and Greta Gerwig have a lot of passion and a lot of Animals) have been cast in lead roles in and master of disguise, having slipped are among the actors who have strong feelings and are angry, and the upcoming Netflix/BBC crime drama repeatedly from the grasp of authorities publicly expressed regret over working rightfully so. It’s an intense time.” The Serpent. worldwide, by 1976 serial killer Sobhraj with him. Johansson said she has had Filming has begun on the Mammoth was Interpol's most wanted man and had “I love Woody,” Johansson told The numerous conversations with Allen Screen-produced series, which will see arrest warrants on three different Hollywood Reporter in an interview about his past. “I have been very direct Tahar Rahim play Charles Sobhraj, one continents. released on Wednesday. “I believe him, with him, and he’s very direct with of the most elusive criminals of the 20th When Herman Knippenberg (Howle), a and I would work with him anytime.” me,” she said. century. junior diplomat at the Dutch Embassy in Allen helped boost Johansson to the Allen has yet to find a U.S. Coleman will play Marie-Andrée Bangkok, unwittingly walks into A-list. He directed her in Match Point, distributor for his films since Amazon Leclerc, Sobhraj’s partner and frequent Sobhraj’s intricate web of crime, he sets Scoop and Vicky Cristina Barcelona. pulled his deal last year. Allen has accomplice, with Howle and Bamber cast off an extraordinary chain of events that She said she has spoken to Allen about filed a $68 million lawsuit against as Herman and Angela Knippenberg. will see Knippenberg seek to bring the accusations and he maintains his Amazon. Charles Sobhraj (Rahim) was the chief Sobhraj to justice for his terrible crimes. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 20 ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 ADVERTISEMENT 21 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 22 WORLD FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 7 die, 10 hurt in Rocket attacks make Oppn offices southeast Turkey blast raided in Russia DIYARBAKIR (TIP): Seven people MOSCOW (TIP): The Russian police were killed and 10 were wounded in new war in Gaza on Sept 12 raided dozens of offices of southeast Turkey when an the opposition group behind mass improvised explosive placed on a road protests this summer and the homes of went off as a vehicle carrying its supporters, activists said. villagers was passing, a governor’s inevitable: Israeli PM Leonid Volkov, a close aide to main office in the region said. opposition leader Alexei Navalny, said The explosives were believed to police searches were underway at more have been placed by Kurdistan than 80 addresses in 29 cities. Workers Party (PKK) militants, the “This is not only offices and office said in a statement. The Sept 12 apartments of coordinators but also the evening blast occurred in Kulp homes of employees and volunteers,” district of Diyarbakir province, the Volkov said. office said. Reuters “These raids are an act of intimidation,” Navalny’s spokeswoman UK PM denies lying to Kira Yarmysh said, accusing the authorities of trying to deal a “massive Queen over Parliament blow” to the organisation. suspension “The police’s only goal is to confiscate our material and paralyse our work,” LONDON (TIP): UK’s embattled she said. Prime Minister Boris Johnson on The raids came after Russian Thursday denied that he lied to Queen investigators in August launched a Elizabeth II when he sought the money laundering probe against suspension of Parliament last month, Navalny’s Foundation for Fighting even as Opposition parties intensified Corruption (FBK), which has worked to their demand for its recall. expose officials’ questionable wealth. The power to prorogue the UK They also follow local elections in Parliament lies with the British JERUSALEM (TIP): Israeli Prime rockets, which have been frequently Moscow on Sunday in which allies of monarch, who conventionally acts on Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on sending residents of southern Israel President Vladimir Putin suffered the advice of the Prime Minister. Sept 12 that continued rocket fire from scurrying for cover. Netanyahu, who major losses after a police crackdown on Johnson was confronted by the Gaza was making another war against counts on the working class, Gaza border protests over the summer. — AFP question about misleading the Queen, militants in the coastal strip inevitable, towns as part of his electoral base, was a day after the Scottish HC ruled that his latest headline-grabbing himself whisked away by bodyguards Russian police raid his move to seek a prorogation of announcement just days before he seeks from a campaign event on Tuesday when dozens of Opposition Parliament from the monarch was re-election in a nationwide vote. Palestinian militants fired rockets “unlawful”. — PTI Netanyahu said advanced plans were toward the area where he was. offices, homes in place to strike Gaza and that he would Israel withdrew from the Gaza Strip in MOSCOW (TIP): Russian police on French assembly chief decide the optimal timing of the 2005 and Hamas militants overtook the sept 12 raided dozens of offices of the and Macron ally probed offensive, given the Gaza Hamas rulers’ territory by force two years later. Israel Opposition group behind mass protests unwillingness to stop the daily barrages. and Hamas have fought three wars and this summer and the homes of its over property deals The Israeli military has responded to engaged in several other rounds of supporters, activists said. LILLE (FRANCE) (TIP): The the attacks with limited strikes against violence over the past decade. Leonid Volkov, a close aide to main president of the French National Hamas installations that have caused no “We will probably have no choice but opposition leader Alexei Navalny, said Assembly, who is a close ally of casualties and little damage, and has to set out on a big campaign, a war police searches were under way at more President Emmanuel Macron, has refrained from risking a larger against the terror forces in Gaza. I won’t than 80 addresses in 29 cities. been charged over a property deal conflagration on the eve of Israelis start it one minute before we are ready,” “This is not only offices and from which he is suspected of having heading to the polls. he said before flying to Russia for a apartments of coordinators but also the illegally profited, prosecutors said on The Israeli leader has been criticised meeting with President Vladimir Putin. homes of employees and volunteers,” sept 12. AFP for failing to respond harshly to the — AP Volkov said on Twitter. AFP China hails Trump’s ‘goodwill’ act to postpone hike in tariff BEIJING (TIP): China on Sept 12 Ahead of trade talks, US President delays move by 15 days to 15.” welcomed US President Donald Trump’s Welcoming Trump’s announcement, Gao “goodwill” gesture to postpone a planned Feng, China’s Ministry of Commerce tariff hike on Chinese products, as the two spokesman told the media in Beijing on countries warmed up to each other ahead of Thursday that Chinese buyers have already the next month’s talks to end the bruising started to make enquiries about the prices of trade war. US farm products, including soybeans and President Trump said on Wednesday that pork, although he did not elaborate on the he had delayed his proposed increased timing or size of any intended purchases. tariffs on $250 billion worth of Chinese Top Chinese officials are scheduled to goods from October 1 to 15. arrive in the US for talks early October. Earlier, China on Wednesday unveiled the Since last year, the two countries are first set of US goods to be excluded from the working on a comprehensive trade deal, first round of additional tariffs on US which not only addresses the issue of products, which Trump described as a balance of trade, but also ends theft of goodwill gesture. The exemption, which intellectual property and coercion of covers two lists with 16 categories of goods, American companies in China. will be valid from September 17, 2019 to Gao did not confirm the specific date of September 16, 2020, the China’s Customs the talks, although they are widely expected Tariff Commission of the State Council to take place before October 15, leaving room said in a statement. for a further postponement or even In his tweet, Trump said, “At the request cancelling of some of the tariffs, Hong-Kong of Vice Premier of China Liu He and due to will be celebrating their 70th anniversary on goodwill, to move the increased tariffs on based South China Morning Post reported. the fact that the People’s Republic of China October 1, we have agreed, as a gesture of $250 billion worth of goods from October 1 — PTI THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 US 23 Republican Dan Bishop wins in North Carolina special election

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (TIP): competitive than this one. Republican Dan Bishop narrowly But Trump's rally and vocal support defeated Democrat Dan McCready in a may have helped push Bishop over the special election on Tuesday, September line - and the president was quick to 10 in North Carolina's 9th take credit for the win. Congressional District. The results point to ongoing trouble The race was being closely watched for both parties: Bishop lost ground in for possible signs of weakness among the suburbs while McCready Republican voters that could have underperformed in some of the spelled bad news nationally in 2020 for district's rural areas. President Donald Trump, who endorsed McCready, a solar energy Bishop and campaigned for him on entrepreneur and former Marine, ran as Monday. a moderate who pledged to "put country A special election was called in the over party" and rejected many the district after last year's results weren't progressive policies of his party's certified due to allegations of fraud. presidential candidates. In a second Bishop was ahead with 50.7 percent, special election in North Carolina on or 96,004 votes, and McCready had 48.7 Tuesday, Republican Greg Murphy percent, or 92,066 votes, with about 98 Dan Bishop (right) is seen with President Donald Trump who left no stone unturned to make easily defeated Democrat Allen Thomas, percent of the tally in. NBC News the win possible according to an NBC News projection. projected Bishop as the winner shortly The district's former incumbent, GOP after 10:00 pm, ET. district was competitive in the first looking ahead to next year, Democrats Rep. Walter Jones, died earlier this year. Democrats said Trump's unpopularity place and that Republicans needed to say there are 34 Republican-held Trump carried the district easily in is the only reason the GOP-leaning pull out all the stops to win it. And, congressional districts that are more 2016. Trump’s Interest Rate War;Pushes for Interest Rates of ‘Zero or Less’ WASHINGTON (TIP): President Advisory. People and institutions would Donald Trump again lambasted the buy corporate bonds with higher interest Federal Reserve, tweeting on Wednesday rates, providing the money companies morning that the "boneheads" at the needed to operate and expand, again central bank should slash interest rates helping the economy move the needle. to "ZERO, or less" to boost the economy. At first, negative interest rates - along Donald J. Trump with so-called quantitative easing, in ? which central banks bought government @realDonaldTrump bonds and other assets from banks to The Federal Reserve should get our interest inject capital - seemed to do some good. rates down to ZERO, or less, and we should "They stabilized the financial system, then start to refinance our debt. INTEREST which was in great stress," said Tapan COST COULD BE BROUGHT WAY DOWN, while Datta, head of asset allocation at risk, at the same time substantially lengthening the term. We have the great currency, power, and retirement, and health services firm balance sheet..... Aon. "They got a modicum of growth 56.7K going." 6:42 AM - Sep 11, 2019 "Putting money into the system did 21.1K people are talking about this help because it helped calm the panic," To many, negative interest rates seem central bank. "We had a freeze-up in our University. said Todd Knoop, economics department like a financial world turned upside credit systems [after the Great Part of what central banks do is act as chair at Cornell College. "A lot of this is down. But the president is not the only Recession]," said Robert Phipps, director repositories for the cash reserves of about confidence." person to float such a policy. of wealth and capital management firm commercial banks, which typically get The EU and Japan kept negative rates Former Federal Reserve Chairman Per Stirling. "Banks wouldn't even lend paid interest on the reserves by the in place, hoping for further stimulus - an Alan Greenspan said last week that it's to each other." Without money available, central banks. Because of enormous effort that ultimately fizzled, given the "only a matter of time" before negative companies couldn't invest, people uncertainty during the collapse, slowing economies of those regions. A rates reach the U.S., and JPMorgan couldn't borrow for purchases, and much commercial banks kept money in recent study from the University of Bath Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said on economic activity stopped. reserves to get some guaranteed income suggested that negative interest rates Tuesday that while he doubts the U.S. Lack of demand drove lower prices, and safety. could even lead to weaker bank lending will turn to negative rates, his bank is causing people in turn to put off By offering negative interest rates on by going too far to the other extreme. nonetheless preparing for such a purchases as they waited for even lower reserve deposits, central banks hoped to For U.S. consumers, a zero-percent possibility "just in the normal course of prices. Companies lost business and laid pressure commercial banks to lend interest rate would erase any gains in risk management." off workers. Such a deflationary spiral money instead, helping to restart the savings, but barely make a dent in their After the financial crisis in 2008, ultimately "leads to [a] depression," said economy. revolving debt, such as credit cards or central banks in many countries cut Jeffrey Bergstrand, a finance professor Short-term government bond rates, car loans. However, it would have an their interest rate to near-zero levels. at the University of Notre Dame and which tend to follow central bank rates, outsize impact on mortgages, with the That left them with little wiggle room for former Federal Reserve economist. also dropped below zero. "Negative traditional 30-year fixed rate loan further rate cuts, prompting some "The pressure for central bankers to interest rates ostensibly should already at near-historically low levels. countries to opt in recent years for a step up for a time of extreme crisis, to encourage investing in riskier assets If a recession does come, it also means negative interest rate, where the fight it with all available means and even instead of safer assets, which by the Fed has less room to stimulate the borrower pays the issuer. It's essentially invent new ones, is a temptation," said textbook should supply stimulus," said economy because rates are already very a way to discourage financial Daniel Smith, an associate professor of Tom Graff, head of fixed income at low. That might make things look pretty institutions from stockpiling cash at the economics at Middle Tennessee State investment management firm Brown negative after all. (Source: Agencies) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 24 WOMEN FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

igger, fuller lips are one of the most wanted beauty features. BCelebs like Kylie Jenner, Kat Von D and Ashley Tisdale have even created MAKE YOUR LIPS LOOK cosmetic lines to enhance your face. Lucky for you, there are easy and natural ways to plump up your lips without paying a huge price. Here are some pointers BIGGER NATURALLY EXFOLIATE says Dr Ashutosh Misra, plastic surgeon. Because flaky lips reflect less light, a While dermal fillers are temporary, fat dry pucker could be making your lips grafting is a more permanent surgical look smaller. To get rid of flakes, brush method that involves extracting fat from them lightly with a toothbrush. This also one area of the body and injecting or boosts circulation, giving you a rosy tint surgically placing it into the lips. The sans makeup. damage for both procedures could range If you want to get professional with between Rs 20,000 to Rs 50,000 depending your exfoliating game, get yourself a on the measure of lip augmentation. sugar lip scrub that really smooths. Lasers, lip lifts and lip plants are other Use concealer to fake a larger canvas ways to flaunt a luscious pout. Pat concealer onto your lips, spreading it a little over your lip line. This will COLOUR CODE make your lipstick go on closer to the The lighter the colour of your lips, the color in the tube, and make your lips look bigger they'll look. It's as simple as that. larger. "Always go light. A light natural shade like a nude rose or a warm peach will HIGHLIGHT WITH GLOSS reflect light and create the illusion of a Using clear lip gloss or a shade close to highlighted lip," insists Sachdev. Before your lipstick color, apply a dab of gloss applying lip colour, create a base by onto the middle of both of your lips. 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Both liner for your whole pout. product in lip fillers is hyaluronic acid cinnamon and peppermint are known to AFTER LIPSTICK (HA), a substance that is naturally found stimulate lip capillaries and make them DOUBLE UP ON NUDE Use a skinny brush and some cover-up in the skin. When injected into the swell slightly.Add a drop of cinnamon or LIP COLORS to line the outside of your lips. You won't desired area with precision, it gives the peppermint essential oil to your regular believe how much your lipstick will pop. lips a fuller appearance. The entire lip balm or petroleum jelly and apply the Apply one shade all over your mouth, process takes about half an hour and its blend for a fuller pout. The flavours and the lighter color (or even a white lip FILL 'EM UP! effects last between nine months to a might cause a temporary tingling or crayon) in the middle of your lips. If you While makeup is a good way to year, after which your lips return to their burning sensation but it won't last very have a full top lip but a smaller bottom enhance the pout, not all women like to original shape. The good thing is, these long.Exercises like whistling, puckering lip (or vise versa), only apply the lighter spend hours before the mirror every fillers are non-permanent and can also and grinning not only help to tone up shade to the opposite lip. It will even your morning. In such cases, lip fillers are a be removed within a few minutes if facial muscles, but they also tone the lips out, and make them both look fuller. good idea. "The most commonly used you're not happy with your new look," pout in a natural manner. Keep smiling. 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Remove from the "Results showed a significant fire. Allow to cool completely. interaction between beardedness and masculinity on attractiveness Adjust the consistency to a kheer. Transfer a portion to a serving bowl and garnish with the fried almonds. ratings," the study said. For the study, Barnaby Dixson from University of Queensland in Australia and his colleagues used computer graphic manipulation to masculine. Stubble was judged as were least attractive, irrespective of morph male faces varying in facial most attractive overall and received relationship context, the study, hair from clean-shaven, light higher ratings for short-term published in the Journal of stubble, heavy stubble, and full relationships than full beards, Evolutionary Biology, showed. beards, with additional differences which were more attractive for long- "Sexual selection via female in brow ridge, cheekbones, jawline, term relationships. choice has shaped the evolution of and other features so that the same Extremely masculine and male ornamentation in many man appeared more or less extremely feminine-looking males species," the authors wrote. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 HEALTH 25 EARLY ANTIBIOTIC USE MAY PROMOTE GUT ‘SUPERBUG’ GROWTH ntibiotic use early in life DRINKING COFFEE LINKED TO may increase the risk of Acertain diseases by reducing LOWER RISK OF GALLSTONES the gut microbe diversity, and promoting harmful multidrug- rinking coffee may be associated with a reduced resistant bacteria to take over, risk of developing gallstones, a study claims. according to a study. D The study, published in the Among 1,04,493 individuals, those who drank more journal Nature Microbiology, than six cups of coffee per day had a 23 per cent lower found that premature infants who risk of developing symptomatic gallstones compared are hospitalised and receive with people who did not drink coffee, according to the antibiotics for more than 20 study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. months have an increased risk of Drinking one extra cup of coffee per day was developing 'superbugs' in their associated with three per cent lower risk, said guts. researchers from the University of Copenhagen in Researchers from Washington Denmark. University in St Louis School in the Individuals with certain genetic variants that have US studied the stool samples from been linked to increased coffee consumption had a 32 prematurely born infants who lower risk of gallstones, they said. received antibiotic treatment for 21 Although the study only uncovered correlations, the months. researchers highlighted several mechanisms by which The study included nine infants coffee consumption might help prevent gallstones born preterm who received with genes for resistance to are not known. from forming. antibiotics for less than a week, and antimicrobials which are not given The researchers mentioned 17 healthy term and late preterm to newborns, such as ciprofloxacin earlier studies on how antibiotic infants who were not treated with and chloramphenicol. treatment in infancy may lead to EATING A BANANA FOR antibiotics. The researchers reasoned that allergies, psoriasis, obesity, The researchers observed that these genes might originate in diabetes and inflammatory bowel BREAKFAST IS A BAD IDEA the infants who received prolonged multidrug-resistant bacteria. disease later in life. f you frequently find yourself short of time in antibiotic treatment had less They cautioned that using a The findings, the researchers the morning, then breakfast is often the first diversity of gut bacteria compared certain antibiotic may trigger said, add more evidence that Ithing to suffer. to the other infants. These bacteria, resistance to other such drugs, even antibiotic use early in life may lead So instead of that wholesome bowl of porridge, the study noted, contained more to those that are not used. to these diseases by reducing the you're grabbing whatever you can get. antibiotic resistance genes. The long-term effects of these diversity of gut microbial When time is not on your side, a banana seems The groups that underwent heavy genome changes, which the communities, and promoting like a good idea. It's fruit, it's relative stodgy and it's antibiotic treatment had bacteria researchers call "microbiota scars", harmful superbugs to take over. healthy right? Sadly that banana breakfast, so filled with potassium and vitamin B6 and free of cholesterol and sodium, ISN'T that good as your first meal of the day after all. This is why people gain weight Nutritional expert, Dr. Daryl Gioffre, has imparted some bad news about bananas for breakfast. "Bananas seem like the perfect option to grab and as they get older go in the morning, but with a closer look, you’ll find that bananas eaten alone aren't the best option because they’re 25% sugar and moderately acidic," esearchers have found that she told Byrdie. lipid turnover in the fat tissue "They’ll give you a quick boost, but you’ll soon be Rdecreases during ageing and tired and feeling hungry". makes it easier to gain weight, even If you are going to eat a banana, Dr Gioffre if we don't eat more or exercise less recommends not eating them after a meal and, when than before. snacking on one, being sure to pair it with "The results indicate for the first something else either fatty (healthy fats) or with time that processes in our fat tissue spices. She adds: "Because bananas are acidic, you’ll regulate changes in body weight have to neutralise the acid to get the benefits of during ageing in a way that is potassium, fibre, and magnesium without the sugar independent of other factors," said rush". study author Peter Arner, Professor at Karolinska Institute in Sweden. For the study published in the PAGE SPONSORED BY journal Nature Medicine, the research team examined the fat DR. SATISH AND GITANJLI ANAND cells in 54 men and women over an average period of 13 years. DR. SATISH ANAND In that time, all subjects, Former Chairman, Board of regardless of whether they gained Trustees, AAPI National or lost weight, showed decrease in E-Mail: lipid turnover in the fat tissue, that [email protected] is the rate at which lipid in the fat cells is removed and stored. underwent bariatric surgery and lipid turnover and maintain their Those who didn't compensate for how the lipid turnover rate affected weight loss. GITANJLI ANAND the decrease by eating less calories their ability to keep the weight off The researchers believe these Former President, India gained weight by an average of 20 four to seven years after surgery. people may have had more room to Association of Long Island per cent, according to the study. The result showed that only those increase their lipid turnover than (IALI) The researchers also examined who had a low rate before the those who already had a high-level E-mail: lipid turnover in 41 women who surgery managed to increase their pre-surgery. [email protected] THE INDIAN PANORAMA 26 SCIENCE AND TECH FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 PERIOD TRACKING APPS FOUND SHARING SENSITIVE USER DATA WITH FACEBOOK rom personal information to contraception use, period Ftracking apps such as MIA Fem and Maya have been found sharing sensitive data with HERE’S WHY PRIVATE Facebook, according to a new research from UK-based advocacy group named Privacy International. INSTAGRAM POSTS ARE The advocacy group reportedly examined apps that were NOT PRIVATE downloaded by over millions of security flaw makes it extremely easy for users. anybody to view posts of private accounts on UK-based advocacy group Privacy AFacebook-owned Instagram. International, discovered period- A series of mouse clicks on any web browser can tracking apps including MIA Fem expose the persistent URL of private posts and stories and Maya sent women's use of cached on Facebook servers, thus making the private contraception, the timings of their posts of users visible. monthly periods, symptoms like The hack -- which works on Instagram stories as swelling and cramps, and more, well -- requires only a rudimentary understanding of directly to Facebook, BuzzFeed HTML and a browser. It can be done in a handful of News reported on Monday. clicks. The group found that Maya by A user simply inspects the images and videos that Plackal Tech and MIA by Mobapp are being loaded on the page and then pulls out the Development Limited, were sharing identified to discuss possible information from third-party apps source URL. This public URL can then be shared with extensive amounts of sensitive user violations of its terms of service, that use its software development people who are not logged in to Instagram or do not information with the social media including sending prohibited types kit (SDKs) and application follow that private user, BuzzFeed News reported. giant and other third parties. of sensitive information, the report programming interface (APIs). This is reportedly also applicable to a private Facebook responded to the report added. The SDK integrates with apps to Instagram story, which are meant to last for only 24 and said it had gotten in touch with The social networking giant's provide features like analytics or hours, expires or is deleted. the apps Privacy International policies say it can gather letting users log in with Facebook. Quartz had discovered a similar loophole for private Instagram content in 2015 wherein tests it conducted showed that a photograph posted to Instagram when a user's account was set to public remained publicly viewable on the web, even if the user's account was NEW IPHONES WOO USERS TO APPLE later made private. TELEVISION AND GAMES pple on Tuesday played to its strengths with powerful new AiPhone and iPad models able to serve as stages for its new game and television services. The Silicon Valley titan added into the mix a new generation Apple Watch that can tell when a place it getting too noisy or help point wearers in the right direction. Here is what Apple will be releasing as the company strives to offset slumping iPhone sales: GOOGLE CONFIRMS LAUNCH Cameras and chips Apple introduced three new OF ITS APPLE ARCADE iPhone models. An iPhone 11 boasted upgrades including a dual- COMPETITOR ‘PLAY PASS’ camera system; longer battery life, a generation iPad with a 10.2-inch dropped to save on power. muscular computer chip and better display priced at $329. It is set to be New software features include nternet giant Google has finally confirmed that it water resistance. The iPhone 11 will in stores starting September 30. tracking ambient noise levels to is working on a service called Google Play Pass be priced starting at $699 when it A “must-have” Apple Pencil safeguard people’s hearing; an Isimilar to Apple Arcade in a tweet and said it hits the market on September 20. integrated to work with the iPad ability for women to monitor would launch it soon. The phone’s camera has a new touch screen can be used as a menstrual cycles, and a “compass” “It’s almost time,” the company tweeted on “ultra-wide” angle lens. Like the controller for creation or to keep users properly oriented. Tuesday. “Google Play Pass is coming soon.” other new models, the iPhone is productivity. The iPad case is made Apple also invited Watch users to Earlier, a leaked screenshot regarding the service powered by an “A13 bionic” chip entirely of recycled aluminum and volunteer for three new health was first reported on by Android Police in July, made in-house by Apple and infused will have a recently introduced studies, though data collected will suggested that it may cost $4.99 per month, the same with machine learning as well as operating system designed remain anonymous. price as Apple Arcade. high-performance graphics and specifically for the tablet TV and Games The screenshots also revealed that the service processing capabilities. computers. might come with some known games like Monument Apple also introduced an iPhone Watch time Apple’s promised streaming Valley, Stardew Valley and Threes, along with some 11 Pro and larger-screened iPhone television service -- dubbed TV+ -- non-gaming apps such as “premium music apps” and 11 Pro Max that will have starting The fifth-generation Apple Watch will launch internationally on fitness trackers. In addition, Apple at its latest iPhone prices of $999 and $1,099 has a touch-screen face that is November 1. event revealed that Apple Arcade will be launching in respectively when they are always on so the time and The line-up of original shows will more than 150 countries on September 19, for a available on September 20. notifications are always viewable, include “The Morning Show,” monthly fee of $4.99 with support for Apple’s Family iPad with a Pencil while still being stingy on battery “Dickinson,” “See,” “For All Sharing feature. In India, Apple Arcade is priced at Rs power. Previous generations had the Mankind” and “The Elephant 99 per month. Apple introduced a seventh- smartwatch face go dark when arms Queen.” THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 BIZ AND FINANCE 27 10 small economies host 85 pc of USD15-trn phantom FDI: IMF NEW DELHI (TIP): Ten small job creation and boosting economies, including Luxembourg, productivity through transfers of the Netherlands, Hong Kong SAR, capital, skills, and technology. Switzerland, Singapore, and However, not all FDI brings Mauritius host more than 85 per capital in service of productivity cent of all phantom investments gains, the authors said. estimated at USD 15 trillion globally, “In practice, FDI is defined as according to a report published by cross-border financial investments the International Monetary Fund between firms belonging to the (IMF). same multinational group, and YES BANK SHARES ZOOM Globally, phantom investments much of it is phantom in nature— amount to a huge USD 15 trillion, This growth is unique to FDI,” investments that pass through 13.5% ON PAYTM DEAL BUZZ or the combined annual gross said the report. empty corporate shells,” they said. domestic product (GDP) of China It noted that according to official These shells, also called special NEW DELHI (TIP): Shares of Yes Bank jumped and Germany, said the report statistics, Luxembourg, a country purpose entities, have no real 13.5% on Wednesday following reports that digital authored by Jannick Damgaard, of 6 lakh people, hosts as much business activities. Rather, they payments major Paytm is in discussions to buy stake Thomas Elkjaer, and Niels foreign direct investment (FDI) as carry out holding activities, in the company from co-founder Rana Kapoor. Johannesen. the United States and much more conduct intrafirm financing, or The scrip zoomed 13.47% to close at Rs 71.60 on the Phantom FDI refers to than China. manage intangible assets—often to BSE. During the day,it advanced 14.97% to Rs 72.55. On investments that pass through Luxembourg’s USD 4 trillion in minimise multinationals’ global the NSE, it climbed 12.99% to close at Rs 71.30. The shell companies that have no real FDI comes out to USD 6.6 million a tax bill. stock was the top gainer on Sensex and Nifty during business activities and are tailor- person. “Such financial and tax the day. The company's market valuation rose by Rs made to cut tax liabilities. FDI of this size hardly reflects engineering blurs traditional FDI 2,168.22 crore to Rs 18,260.22 crore on the BSE. “And, despite targeted brick-and-mortar investments in statistics and makes it difficult to On the traded volume, 210.06 lakh shares were international attempts to curb tax the minuscule Luxembourg understand genuine economic traded on the BSE and over 33 crore units on the NSE avoidance...phantom FDI (foreign economy. integration,” they said. during the day.Paytm is in discussions to buy stake in direct investment) keeps soaring, “So, is something amiss with The report said a few well-known Yes Bank from co-founder Rana Kapoor, according to outpacing the growth of genuine official statistics or is something tax havens host the vast majority sources. FDI. else at play?,” it added. of the world’s phantom FDI. less than a decade, phantom FDI FDI is often an important driver Luxembourg and the Hong Kong Exchange makes has climbed from about 30 per cent for genuine international economic Netherlands host nearly half of to almost 40 per cent of global FDI. integration, stimulating growth and the total such FDI, it said. surprise $36.6 bn bid to buy London Stock Exchange Airfares expected to ALIBABA SET FOR ‘BIG LONDON (TIP): Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd. made an unexpected bid for London rise 7-9% this fiscal, Stock Exchange Group Plc, which could potentially CHALLENGE’ AS JACK MA throw the European exchange’s own transformative deal into jeopardy. highest since 2013 DEPARTS The transaction values one of Europe’s largest MUMBAI (TIP): Air passengers are likely to exchanges at 29.6 billion pounds ($36.6 billion), shell out the highest fares for domestic travel SHANGHAI (TIP): according to a HKEX a statement Wednesday. The this fiscal with the ticket prices expected to spike Alibaba Group chairman Asian bourse operator had considered the ‘ambitious 7-9 per cent during the period because of limited Jack Ma will step down from and far-reaching’ deal for many months, HKEX Chief capacity additions since the grounding of Jet the Chinese firm on Tuesday, Executive Officer Charles Li said. The LSE, which Airways, rating agency Crisil Research said. leaving his hand picked agreed to snap up data provider Refinitiv in a $27 Crisil also forecast domestic passengers traffic successor a daunting task of billion blockbuster deal just weeks ago, declined to to grow 6-8 per cent in FY20, as against a healthy steering the $460 billion comment. 19 per cent growth registered in the year ended juggernaut at a time when Both firms have been involved in exchange merger March 2019, on account of non-revival of Jet the market for its core e- deals in recent years, with LSE failing in its attempt to Airways, which ceased all operations in April commerce business has combine with Deutsche Boerse AG and HKEX due to liquidity crisis and is now under slowed sharply. acquiring London Metal Exchange in 2012 for 1.4 insolvency proceedings. As Ma, who turns 55 on billion pounds. The 7-9 per cent expected the rise in airfares Tuesday, holds centrestage at will be the highest since fiscal 2013, which had his farewell party in the wholeheartedly dare to take BRITISH AIRWAYS FACES seen then Kingfisher Airlines going bust, it said. 80,000-capacity Hangzhou on innovative business "This is way below the 14 per cent growth Olympic Sports Center models and industries of the FIRST GLOBAL PILOTS' STRIKE logged in fiscal 2019 and the compound annual stadium to the future,” Ma said of Zhang in growth rate (CAGR) of 18 per cent was seen in accompaniment of music and 2018 in a message LONDON (TIP): British Airways faced its first the last five years. Nevertheless, is higher than celebrity performances, announcing his appointment. global strike by pilots on Monday and the possibility of our earlier estimate of 2 per cent growth and attendees will be hoping to One of Zhang's major almost all its flights being grounded for two days. factors an upward revision in capacity addition get clues on how Alibaba will challenges will be finding The UK flag carrier and its 4,300 pilots have been plans of low cost carriers (LCCs)," Crisil added. be run under his heir Daniel new areas of growth as locked in a nine-month pay dispute that could disrupt Even if Boeing 737 Max aircraft, which have Zhang. China's e-commerce sector or alter the travel plans of nearly 300,000 people. been grounded globally since March following An accountant by trade, matures, analysts said. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government two fatal crashes, resumes operations post soft-spoken Alibaba CEO Last week, Alibaba urged both sides Friday "to get round the table and H1FY20, the domestic passenger traffic growth Zhang marks a stark contrast announced investments of sort this out". for the industry could grow faster by about 80- to Ma whose flamboyant style $2.7 billion in luxury goods But BA only upped the stakes by reportedly 100 bps at best to 7-9 per cent it said. and charismatic leadership retail platform Kaola and a threatening to strip pilots and their families of free made him the most music streaming firm in travel perks if the strike action goes ahead. recognised Chinese moves that partly "We make no apology for doing everything we can to entrepreneur since the demonstrated its flexibility protect our customers from further disruption," a BA former English teacher in adopting new strategies. spokesperson told the Financial Times on Friday. founded the company 20 “If Alibaba wants to find The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) has years ago in a small shared new innovations or trends rejected a pay increase of 11.5 percent over three years apartment in Hangzhou city this is going to be more that the airline proposed in July. in eastern China. difficult than before,” said BA says the offer would see flight captains receive “He has the logic and Liu Yiming, an analyst at the "world-class" pay and benefits of around £200,000 critical thinking skills of a research division of 36kr, a ($246,000 or 220,000 euros) a year. super computer, a Chinese tech publishing It also points out that two other unions representing commitment to his vision, group. “For Daniel Zhang, 90 percent of the airlines' workers have accepted the the courage to this will be a big challenge.” 11.5-percent raise. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 28 ASTROLOGY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

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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 - September 16 - September 22, 2019 ARIES: You have marvellous flashes of LEO: You have taken on a lot and are SAGITTARIUS: This is a period of genuine inspiration that help you accomplish determined to do justice to it all. There joyousness. You realise the value of domestic whatever you set your heart on. Getting your are other demands too. There is commitments and feel happy and contented heart's desire could well be the theme of this socialising, partying, hectic lobbying and when you are able to meet all the demands of period. It is almost certain that you will realise networking. Rest and relaxation will be family members. But you will have to strive for some long held dream. It could be a wish vital. Prayers, meditation, tantra and objectivity and see both sides of the coin if you fulfilment that could be professional or mantra, religion and rituals will give want your relationships to grow. You will have to personal. This is a period when you will be re- solace, strength and inspiration. There is pace yourself and find the time for the various aligning goals, priorities, embarking on a self- also a large dose of love and romance. demands on you --- work, personal aspirations. improvement programme and even an overhaul VIRGO: You manage to sail though it CAPRICORN: There is harmony in your of your outfits. all with Ganesha's help. This trend will life and you are in a position to change TAURUS:There are happy moments and sad continue for a while and you will be at direction and focus. Your ties and bonds have ones. Nothing remains stationary as life is a the grindstone. Why complain in these been reinforced and you seem to enjoy continuous process of movement. One needs to recessionary times? Honour whatever domestic chores and commitments. In this constantly take stock of the situation and work comes to you now as there could be period, work, family and filial assess one's life. This will be one of those periods when there may be nothing on responsibilities will all be handled with periods. You will add up your gains and your plate. It is the law of life. sensitivity and grace. You will be all the I's - appreciate the necessity and importance of LIBRA: There are family get-togethers. independent, inventive, innovative, hard work. You look purposefully at the coming You may meet up with an old flame and inspirational and ingenious. period and make the necessary plans. share notes. Despite hectic schedules, you AQUARIUS: You are on the fast track to GEMINI: Your attention shifts to more find time for matters of the heart. There success. You pull out all the stops and think practical issues like money, loans, funds and is love and longing and your thoughts go and plan ahead. There is a lot to do and you projects of various kinds. You look at back to beautiful moments of wonder what to prioritise and how to go expansion if you are going solo and a togetherness when the world go back to about it. It could be a slightly confusing promotion if employed. The domestic scene beautiful moments of togetherness when phase. There will be both personal and also occupies your mind. You look at links, the world was a lot younger and so were professional issues to address. On some associations, friendships, popularity, you. counts, you may need to compromise too and socialising and friendships, even marriage if I SCORPIO :The focus is on finances and meet the situation halfway. may stretch it a bit. achievements, and also on bonding with PISCES: Personal relationships will be the CANCER: There is travel and new those you care for. There will be parties, focus now. But, on the whole, there is more associations. There is a lot of movement both ceremonies and functions and you will be positivity, hope and optimism. Children will physically and intellectually in this phase. You loving, giving and sharing. This is also a be a source of joy and you will spend a lot of will have new experiences and will dabble in lucrative period and a good time to profit time pottering around in the garden. Nature everything that is thrown on your plate. Your from brokerage, commissions, ties and walks and the outdoors will be rejuvenating. schedule will be frenetic. Old projects and new collaborations. Ganesha wishes you well. It may also be a good time to spend in a spa ones fall on your lap and you don't want to There is peace, harmony, balance and or naturopathy institute. Ganesha blesses refuse work. So, this can be a crazily busy time. excellence. you.

Birthday Horoscope September 16 - September 22, 2019 SEPT 21: "Out with the old, in with the new" is a policy some are inspired to SEPT 16: Possessiveness, maybe even someone you know, or meet could set the follow now. Whether that means putting jealousy or envy, is in the air. A change in stage for doing just that. a family matter behind you or cleaning perspective about a relationship may be SEPT 19: An element of unpredictability out the garage or closet, energy is there what's needed. invades routine and is disruptive; don't to do it. SEPT 17: A cultural theme makes the take it for granted. Results are erratic, SEPT 22: The day is a bit uncertain. social scene much more fascinating, unexpected; responses, edgy. People, maybe co-workers, may be especially if you're at the center or SEPT 20: A good flow of information absent, contrary, or hard to fathom. In heading it. Things seem to go your way. favours talking or texting, especially if the face of obstacles of uncertainty, try to SEPT 18: An early restlessness makes for money, work, or health is the subject, at take or straightforward approach to an eagerness to try new things, and least initially. Later, progress is blocked. responsibilities and work. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 SPIRITUALITY 29

itru Paksha also known as Shraaddha or Kanagat start with PPurnima Shraddha, ends after 16 days on Sarva Pitru Amavasya which is also known as Sarvapitri Amavasya or Mahalaya Amavasya. Hindus pay PITRU PAKSHA homage to their ancestor (Pitrs), especially through food offerings. Shraddha in Pitru Paksha is the time to remember, thank and honor our ancestors. It is believed that during the time of Shraddh, ancestors come to earth to bless their kin. The relevance of Shradh can be best known from one of the greatest epic of all time Mahabharata. Post the war between the Kauravas and Pandavas, when everything ended, Karan (Danveer Karna, brave warrior, one of the greatest legends in the war of Mahabharata) died and reached heaven, he was offered food in the form of gold, silver and jewels. On this, he questioned Indra (the lord of heaven) the reason for offering him such a food. On this, Indra told Karna that throughout his life donated gold, diamond and silver, but, never donated any food in the name of his ancestors. Karna reverted that as he was not aware about his ancestors; hence, he never did it. So, Indra asked Karna to come back to earth, where he donated food, made Tarpan during the sixteen days. Sarvapitri Amavasya The last day of Pitru Paksha is known as Sarvapitri Amavasya or Mahalaya amavasya. Mahalaya amavasya is the most significant day of Pitru Paksha. Person who do not know the exact date of our ancestors death anniversary, they as Karna in his life was only donating pay homage and offer food on this day. gold and gems. Year on year, pitru paksha occurs He never offered food and water to the during the Krishna Paksha (waning poor and neither to his ancestors. King phase or dark fortnight of lunar month) Karna realised his mistake and he of Bhadrapada month just before the wanted to correct the same. The gods start of Navratri (Dusehra). This year, decided that Karna will be allowed to get the Mahalaya Pitru Paksha stretches back to earth for sixteen days and feed from September to 28. the poor and the needy. This would help Srimad Bhagavad Gita says the body is him to get rid of the problem. perishable, but the soul is deathless. In fact, the soul is never born or dead. It is Avoid New Activity eternal and immortal. Neither the five During This Period elements nor any force on the earth can destroy it. However, it wears the shell of If you are planning to start any new physical body and therefore needs to activity then please avoid this period as experience the cycle of births and it is not a good time. The manner and deaths. After giving up its earthly way in which pitru paksha rituals are vesture, the soul temporarily takes performed differs from region to region. refuge in the Pitruloka until it gets On the shradh day many people keep another body to continue with the cycle. fast for the ancestors to rest in peace. the shradha puja. This puja also cleans ancestors who have left for their While it is customary to perform Many people do not cut their hair during the sinful deeds of the deceased soul and heavenly abode. Try to keep the names of shradh for them year on year on the the pitru paksha as it is considered a bad ensures that they rest in peace. at least the previous seven generations. month and tithi in which they left their omen. Many people have different names The person who is performing the The puja must be offered to both the men bodies, annually, Pitru Paksha is the for the pitru paksha. We are mentioning shradha puja during the pitru paksha as well as the women. After the puja food right time specially designated for the them so that you do not get confused to must do it with complete dedication and must be offered to the ancestors. We will ancestors to visit the families they left hear the other terms. These are: with whole heart. You could also do it deal in more details with the shradha behind to accept the offerings they give. tarpanam, sola shradha, shradham. under guidance of a learned priest. puja done in pitru paksha in our next You must keep handy the list of your article. Mythology Relating Why Please Ancestors? to King Karna You may ask why you should please the PAGE SPONSORED BY ancestors or whether there is life after Traditionally pitru paksha or shraddh death? If they are dead then why should ARISH K. SAHANI is a custom that is followed by the Hindus we bother about them? Well when your on a regular basis. It is said that if you ancestors are not resting in peace you too Serving Since 1972 fail to offer water and food to the will not be able to be in peace. You will Please Call or Write for Your Insurance Needs ancestors in the pitru paksha then in the often face some problem or the other. afterlife you will also remain without There will be disputes in the family. Arish K Sahani (Father) food and water. Women will not be able to bear children. We all know of the king Karna from The family members will be meeting Shiv Sahani (Son) Mahabharata. He was the son of sun god. with unforeseen accidents and the list During his life he was considered to be will just go on. Priya Sahani Sood (Daughter) very deeply involved in charity. He could When the ancestors are resting in not say no to anyone. When he died and peace you can see that your home and 7 1 8 - 2 7 1 - 1 9 0 6 went to heaven the gods would give him family will be prospering. Just because [email protected] food made of gold. Karna asked the gods the ancestors are dead we should not that he was such a famous king and forget them. They should be prayed to “If Hindus don’t maintain Hinduism, who shall save it?” would do so much charity then why was and offered food and water. If the he given food made of gold. The king of deceased do not have a son then the “If India’s own children don't cling to their faith, who shall guard it?” the gods Indra told him that this was so immediate family members can also do “Indians alone can save India, and India and Hinduism are one.” THE INDIAN PANORAMA 30 US FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

House Passes Harris Legislation Promoting Around 20 states reject settlement with Diversity and Inclusion at Federal Reserve OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma Purdue has reached a tentative multi-billion-dollar settlement with at least 27 states and territories. But 20 states do not accept the deal

WASHINGTON (TIP): Top legal On Wednesday, Minnesota Attorney officials in 27 states and territories and General Keith Ellison said, "Minnesota lawyers for more than 2,000 cities and is not part of the apparent settlement counties announced Wednesday they that was leaked despite the federal gag had agreed to a tentative multi-billion- order. ... [I]t may be worth far less than dollar settlement with Purdue Pharma, media reports say and seems to be not the maker of the opioid OxyContin, for yet good enough for the magnitude of its role in the opioid crisis. the death and destruction Purdue and At least 20 other state attorneys the Sacklers caused." general who are suing the drug The attorney general of North company, however, told NBC News they Carolina, who opposes the deal, issued a have not agreed to the deal with Purdue statement saying that a "large number of “Building an economy that works for Pharma and the Sackler family, which states" think the Sackler family needs to every American requires ensuring that owns the firm. guarantee more money. everybody has a seat at the table to make decisions about the direction of our Under terms of a plan first reported "We believe they created a mess and economic policy", said Kamala Harris by NBC News in August, the Sackler must help to clear it up," said Attorney family would give up control of Purdue, General Josh Stein. "I am now preparing WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): which would then declare bankruptcy filings to sue the Sackler family." Indian American Senator Kamala D. and be converted into a for-profit trust. "Different states have different views, Harris (D-CA) on Sept 10 praised the The proceeds from the sale of drugs as is to be expected. But every Attorney House of Representatives' passage of would go to the plaintiffs, who include General agrees that Purdue, the Headquarters of Purdue Pharma in the Ensuring Diverse Leadership Act, more than 45 states and territories and Connecticut Sacklers, and other drug companies which Harris first introduced in the nearly 2,300 cities and counties. The need to pay to treat those struggling Senate in May 2018. The legislation, whole deal, which includes additional cities and counties suing Purdue issued with addiction." which is led in the House by Rep. money from the Sacklers, is valued at its own statement saying it had agreed to On Thursday, the attorney general of Joyce Beatty (D-OH-03), would ensure $10 billion to $12 billion. recommend approval of the deal to its Pennsylvania, who opposes the deal, that at least one minority and one In a statement Wednesday, the clients. filed a new, separate suit against the female candidate are interviewed for Tennessee Attorney General's Office NBC News attempted to contact every Sacklers. each vacancy for the presidency of a said that it was part of a bipartisan state and territory involved in the suit The Sackler family said Wednesday it reserve bank at each of the twelve group of 27 attorneys general that and got answers from 38. The attorney "supports working toward a global reserve banks in the Federal Reserve "agreed to a framework to resolve claims general's offices in 18 states and resolution that directs resources to the System. against Purdue Pharma and the Sackler territories said they favor the deal, patients, families and communities "When our country's leadership family." while 20 states said they oppose it. across the country who are suffering reflects the people they serve, all Earlier, the Arizona AG's office The opinions split largely on party and need assistance. This is the most Americans benefit," said Sen. Harris. released a similar statement that said it lines. All but two of the attorneys effective way to address the urgency of "Building an economy that works for had agreed to a tentative settlement general who told NBC News they are the current public health crisis, and to every American requires ensuring along with "at least 25 other bi-partisan against the deal are Democrats, while all fund real solutions, not endless that everybody has a seat at the table states and territories." but three of the attorneys general in litigation." to make decisions about the direction The group of lawyers representing the favor are Republicans. (Source: Agencies) of our economic policy. I'm particularly grateful for Congresswoman Beatty's long- Justice Department to timecommitment to diversity and IRS Expanding the Compliance inclusion at the Federal Reserve and Release New throughout the federal government." "Numerous studies show that Assurance Process for 2020, Accepting Information in Dispute diversity and inclusion are good for Over Saudi Role in 9/11 our economy. So, it is imperative that New Corporate Applicants the people who help protect and grow Attacks our economy reflect the voice of every WASHINGTON(TIP): The Internal The decision, which follows American," Rep. Beatty said. "Greater Revenue Service announced today the pressure from victims' families, diversity at the Federal Reserve will opening of the application period for the help our nation create better jobs, 2020 Compliance Assurance Process comes amid strained U.S. more affordable housing options, and program. For the first time since 2015, relations with Riyadh build stronger communities that can new corporate applicants who meet benefit all of our constituents." Rep. eligibility requirements can apply for WASHINGTON Beatty concluded, "I thank my CAP. The application period runs Sept. corporation with a legal (TIP): The Trump colleagues for their support and look 16 to Oct. 31, 2019. The IRS will let requirement to prepare and submit administration forward to continue working with applicants know if they're accepted into SEC Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, and has agreed to Senator Harris to get this all-too the program around Jan. 31, 2020. ● Not be under investigation by, or in provide a key important bill signed into law." Launched in 2005, CAP employs real- litigation with, any government piece of new Of the more than 130 individuals time issue resolution, through agency that would limit the IRS's information about who have served as presidents of the transparent and cooperative interaction access to current tax records. alleged official Saudi involvement in the twelve reserve banks, only 3 have between taxpayers and the IRS, to To be eligible to participate in CAP, Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks after an been non-white. In 2017, Raphael improve federal tax compliance by corporations must adhere to CAP intense lobbying effort by victims' Bostic became the first African resolving issues prior to the filing of a program limits on the number of open families. American reserve bank president tax return. years. For 2020, the IRS expanded the list Victims' families have for months when he became president of the To be eligible to apply for CAP, of open-year exceptions and developed a urged the government to make Atlanta Fed. Additionally, there have process for new applicants who are information public, telling President been only seven women to ever serve new applicants must: currently under examination. Trump in a letter recently that it would as a reserve bank president. ● Have assets of $10 million or more, Program details are available on the help them "finally learn the full truth ● Be a U.S. publicly traded CAP webpage. and obtain justice from Saudi Arabia." 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Also, this is also for the first Governor Murphy will lead the plans are being explored for a day-long Also on cards are some meetings with time that one of the three major political delegation, which includes First Lady visit to Washington DC for a bilateral the Indian American community. parties - Liberal, Conservatives and NDP Tammy Murphy, Choose New Jersey meeting with the US President at the - will be led into elections by a leader of President and CEO Jose Lozano, New White House. Canada Elections... Indian origin. Jagmeet Singh is heading Jersey Economic Development It is learnt that Delhi and Washington To form the next government, a party the NDP. Though before his election as Authority (NJEDA) CEO Tim Sullivan, are looking at September 25 and 26 as will need 170 seats in the new House of the NDP President, Jagmeet Singh was a and other senior administration and possible dates for the visit and a bilateral Commons. As of today the Liberals have Member of Ontario Assembly and later Choose New Jersey officials. Throughout meeting between the Prime Minister and 177 MPs in the 338-seat House of sought an election to House of Commons the trip, the delegation will showcase the US President. Commons, followed by the Conservatives from Burnaby in British Columbia. New Jersey's innovation ecosystem and If it works out, then this will be his with 95 MPs and the NDP with 39 MPs. Only other leader of Indian origin to highlight why New Jersey is the best third visit to the White House in the last Besides, there are 10 Bloc Québécois have led a national party in Canada had place for the international community to six years and third meeting with Trump MPs, two Green MPs, one People's Party been Mr Hardial Singh Bains, one of do business. this year. Modi had last visited White of Canada MP, one Co-operative pioneers of the Communist movement in House in June 2017 when he met Trump. Commonwealth Federation MP, eight Canada. USCIS Proposes more... He went to the White House in independents and five vacant seats. After These proposed changes will allow September 2014 when then US President meeting the Governor-General, the NJ Governor Phil... USCIS the time needed to receive, screen, Barack Obama had hosted him. Prime Minister, Mr. Justin Trudeau will "I am excited to make the case for New and process applications, which in turn In New York, PM will address the hold a rally shortly after the campaign Jersey as a leading investment choice for would strengthen national security, annual UNGA session on September 27. launch and then take off on the Liberal Indian companies, creating lasting maintain technological advances in As Prime Minister, Modi had given his plane. Conservative Leader Andrew partnerships and good jobs for our identity verification, and further deter maiden address to world leaders at the Scheer will address party supporters in residents. 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The NDP was first to Governor Murphy's activities and then, there have been additional Agreement on Climate Change, UN launch its campaign last Sunday when public events will include meetings with requirements in background screening Secretary General Antonio Guterres will the party leader Jagmeet Singh key government and industry leaders, and vetting procedures to reduce fraud host the 2019 Climate Action Summit on addressed a rally in Toronto before including representatives of the life and identify threats to national security September 23 which will be addressed by starting an aggressive campaign in the sciences, technology, clean energy, film and public safety. Modi. Greater Toronto Area and southwestern and media, and manufacturing sectors, "Established before 9/11, this Modi will be felicitated by the Bill and Ontario in his newly revealed campaign as well as company visits and processing timeline does not reflect the Melinda Gates Foundation for his bus. 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THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 TRAVEL 33 SPITI — AN UNEXPLORED HIMALAYAN JEWEL oad journey to Spiti, a desert away from Kaza, the Tabo road branches mountain valley located in the off towards Pin Valley, which was RHimalayas in northeast Himachal bestowed upon the status of a national Pradesh, is the most beautiful drive I’ve park in 1987. It spans an area of around done so far. One needs to be an adventure 9700 sq km, with its elevation ranging lover to enjoy this challenging journey.It from 3500 m to over 6000 m. The park is will include driving on dangerous rocky inhabited by various animals, including terrain with no petrol pump for endangered ones like snow leopard, hundreds of kilometres as well as coping woolly hare, Tibetan gazelle and with low oxygen levels due to the high Siberian ibex. At Kungri, 3 km above altitude. But it surely is worth all the Gulling, there is the 680-years-old Ugyen effort. While driving towards Spiti, Sangnak Choling Gompa and three you’ll be amazed to see how the scenery medieval shrines. The best place to stay changes drastically from green pines to in the region is Mud. It has a couple of rocky mountains, and how the smooth homestays. drive gets difficult and thereafter dangerous on rocky terrains. The rugged DHANKAR landscape, small villages and old Dhankar, the old capital of Spiti, was monastic complexes will all be a part of originally known as Dhakkhar (dhak this unforgettable journey. Spiti is meaning cliff and khar meaning fort). If accessible only by road and there are two you are coming from Tabo, a road ways to reach here, either via Shimla or branches off from the main Kaza Road at via Manali. The route via Shimla is open a point around 30 km away. Dhankar is throughout the year and the one via around 8 km from there. Places of Manali opens with the opening of interest in Dhankar are its monastery Rohtang and Kunzum passes around and lake. The monastery is located at an July. The best time to explore Spiti—the elevation of 3894 m on a cliff overlooking Himalayan wonder—is between the the confluence of the Spiti and Pin months of July and September. Rivers. A steep trail of around 3.5 km Following are some of the places you will take you to the lake that is hidden on must visit in this beautiful destination. the other side of the mountain. Be there before the sunset so that you don’t miss NAKO the spectacular view of the setting sun If you are going to Spiti via Shimla, behind the Himalayas. Nako is a beautiful stopover. Being a part of the sensitive restricted zone along the KEY MONASTERY border, it can be explored only if you Kye monastery (Copy) Key Monastery have an Inner Line Permit. A walk is the biggest monastery and a around the quaint village while prominent religious training centre for absorbing the traditional atmosphere lamas in Spiti Valley.Around 11 km drive will definitely transport you back to from Kaza takes you to the gompa that is ancient times. Mani walls and richly located on top of a hill at an altitude of carved timber verandas characterize the 4166 m (13,668 ft). After you are done with overall appearance of the village. Nako your prayers you will be escorted by a is surrounded by majestic peaks covered young lama. Climbing mud stairs with snow that look stunning and simply through a dark alley you will keep out of the world during sunset. There is wondering where are you headed till you also a lake here that adds to its beauty reach a wooden and mud kitchen lit by and is quite popular. From behind the the sunlight coming through a hole on lake, climb uphill towards chortens to the roof. You will be offered a hot cup of get an amazing view of this tiny village. tea that seems like the elixir in the cold weather. I loved spending moments of RIBBA quietude standing on the rooftop of the Between Karchham and Puh, a road monastery, admiring the serene nature branches off to Ribba—a small village all around. You too can experience the that you will hardly find in any travel same, feel the cold breeze on your face, guide. Kasuraj Ji Temple where both watch the valley below and be a part of Hindu gods and Buddhist deities are the mighty Himalayas. That’s what worshiped is worth a visit. It would be divinity means to me—being one with good to get local’s help to look around the the majestic nature. village. You might want to request him to show you how they produce the local to be the dwellings of monks. If you plan and Kibber. There are many companies LANGZA brew ‘Angoori’ made from locally grown to halt in Tabo to experience the that can arrange for treks in this Situated at an altitude of 4400 m, grapes called rokh dakhan. They stock it quietude and serenity of the place then beautiful valley. Also, things of daily Langza is one of the most beautiful for around 6 months when the whole you can stay in the monastery guest need are easily available here unlike rest villages in Spiti Valley. Driving through village is covered in snow and remains house. There are some other guest of Spiti, and many new hotels have come winding uphill road for around 13 km isolated from the rest of the world. houses too in the village where you can up recently that provide good you will find yourself in a different book rooms in case you do not get accommodation, making Kaza an ideal world altogether. Rich pasture and green TABO accommodation at the guest house of the base. The place is also popular for its fields greet you if you are travelling in Tabo is a small village situated at an monastery. colourful festivals and ancient Sakya July/August. Besides you will be altitude of 3280 m on the banks of the Tangyud Monastery, located around 4 spellbound to see Chau Chau Kang Spiti River. There is an old monastic KAZA km away from the town. If possible, you Nilda, the tallest peak in the region complex that is believed to be the holiest Located at an altitude of 4000 m on the must plan your trip around August when covered completely with snow. First you of all monasteries. Many old paintings left bank of the Spiti River, Kaza is the Kaza hosts the popular Ladarcha Fair. come across Langza Yongma, the lower and frescos dating back to the 11th largest township and commercial centre section of the village with just a few mud century have been preserved here. No of the valley.Being centrally located, it is PIN VALLEY houses. Drive a kilometre further to artificial light or photography is allowed a good base to explore the rest of Spiti. Originating in a beautiful valley in the reach Langza Gongma, the upper inside the gompa. On the cliff, opposite Day trips can be made from here to Tabo, Himalayas, the Pin River joins the Spiti section. the road, are some old caves that are said Dhankar, Langza, Hikkim, Komic, Key River southeast of Kaza. Around 15 km Source: Happytrips THE INDIAN PANORAMA 34 SPORTS FRDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

INDIA VS SOUTH AFRICA KL Rahul dropped, Shubman Gill in as India announce 15-member squad

NEW DELHI (TIP): Shubman Gill received a maiden call-up to the Test squad as India’s selectors announced a 15-member squad to take on South Africa in the KIM CLIJSTERS SETS SIGHTS upcoming Test series. After struggling to hit his stride, KL ON 2020 COMEBACK AFTER Rahul got the axe, which could well mean Rohit Sharma gets bumped up SEVEN-YEAR ABSENCE the order to open the innings. The PARIS (TIP): Four-time Grand Slam champion bowlers picked themselves after a Kim Clijsters plans to come out of retirement after a stellar display in West seven-year hiatus, returning to the WTA Tour in Indies.However, Umesh Yadav was 2020, the 36-year-old Belgian said on Thursday. left out from the bowling contingent The decision marks Clijsters’ second return to the which travelled to West Indies. Also, sport after first retiring in 2007. Ajinkya Rahane and Hanuma “I don’t really feel like I want to prove something,” Vihari made solid impression Clijsters said on the WTA Insider Podcast. “I think which leaves the team management for me it’s the challenge. to choose between Gill and Rohit as “The love for the sport is obviously still there. But Mayank Agarwal’s opening partner. the question is, am I capable of bringing it to a level Chief selector confirmed after where I would like it to be before I play at a high level announcing the squad that Rohit of one of the best women’s sports in the world. would indeed open the innings. “I want to challenge myself and I want to be strong “Want to give Rohit Sharma an again. This is my marathon.” opportunity to open the innings in Two years after winning her first major at the 2005 Tests,”Prasad said after U.S. Open, an injury-plagued Clijsters decided to quit announcing the squad. couldn’t perform consistently. He The first Test of the Gandhi- the game at the age of 23 to start a family, returning Rahul has struggled to find form played well in patches,” Prasad Mandela Trophy will be played in two years later to claim her second U.S. Open as an after his century at the Oval. He did said. Visakhapatnam from October 2 unranked player in only her third tournament back. get off to starts against West Indies, Speaking about Shubman Gill, before the teams hop across to Pune Clijsters defended her title at Flushing Meadows but could kick on and get a Prasad said that the young man had for the second Test from October 10. the following year and then won the Australia Open substantial score. done well, both as opener as well as The final match of the tour will be in 2011 en route to topping the world rankings for the On the other hand, Gill has been in the middle-order. played in Ranchi from October 19. first time since 2006. in stellar form in the recent times. “Shubman Gill has done well With 41 titles to her name, Clijsters hung up her He was the top scorer for India ‘A’ both as an opener and a middle- India’s 15-member squad racket after the 2012 U.S. Open and later worked as a against West Indies ‘A’ in the order batsman. So yes, he can be a Virat Kohli (Capt), Mayank tennis commentator. Clijsters said she has been unofficial Test series. He became back-up opener if needed. There is Agarwal, Rohit Sharma, considering a return to the tour for the past two the youngest Indian to score a first- no dearth of openers in the country. Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya years. “I feel like I’ve had more energy these last six class double hundred during the We have created a good pool of Rahane (vc), Hanuma Vihari, months or so than I’ve had in the last two years series. His chances received a players. There is Priyank Panchal Rishabh Pant (wk),Wriddhiman because I’m taking care of myself better,” Clijsters massive boost when he scored 90 and Abhmanyu Easwaran who are Saha (wk), R Ashwin, Ravindra added. and 5 in the first unofficial Test doing really well in domestic Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed against South Africa A. circuit,” said the chairman of Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant “It is unfortunate that Rahul selectors. Sharma, Shubman Gill JOS BUTTLER STRIKES BACK AGAINST AUSTRALIA AFTER Mary Kom, Vinesh Phogat and 7 female ENGLAND COLLAPSE

LONDON (TIP): Mitch Marsh marked his first athletes in line for Padma Awards appearance of the Ashes series by returning 4-35 to help restrict England to 271-8 on the first day of the NEW DELHI (TIP): Ace Indian boxer Mary Kom’s fifth test at The Oval on Thursday. name has been suggested for the prestigious Padma Put into bat by Australia, England was pegged Vibhushan Award, country’s second highest civilian back from a strong position at 103-1 after lunch as award. The Sports Ministry is also discussing eight Marsh ran through the middle order to immediately other female athletes for the Padma Awards. justify the decision to call him up in place of Travis Recently crowned World Champion P.V. Sindhu has Head. been suggested for the Padma Bhushan Award. Joe Root, dropped three times, scored 57 and Jos The other seven athletes -- ace wrestler Vinesh Buttler was 64 not out after putting on an unbeaten Phogat, Indian women’s cricket team T20I captain 45-run partnership with tailender Jack Leach (10 Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the women’s hockey not out) to frustrate the Australians late in the day. team Rani Rampal, shooter Suma Shirur, ace peddler Australia has already retained the urn after Manika Batra and mountaineer twin sisters, Tashi and winning the fourth test at Old Trafford last week to Nungshi Malik -- have been suggested for the Padma take a 2-1 lead in the series. England still has a Shri Award. chance to tie the series at 2-2, though, to end on a Sources in the Ministry have told IANS that these Mary was honoured with Padma Bhushan and Padma high a summer that saw the team win the Cricket names have not yet been approved by Sports Minister Shri awards in 2013 and 2006, respectively. In 2003, she World Cup for the first time. Kiren Rijiju. Once approved, the names will be sent to was awarded with the Arjuna Award as well. Marsh, who was playing his first test since the Padma Awards Committee of the Ministry of Home Whereas Sindhu recently became the world December last year, had a brilliant spell of 3-16 in Affairs. champion after she defeated Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara seven overs after tea and is likely to finish with the “The names are being discussed and the final 21-7, 21-7 in the final of the championships held in best bowling figures of his career in test. The only approval awaits,” the source informed. Basel, Switzerland. Sindhu, who was overlooked for the other time he took four wickets in an innings was The names of the select awardees will be announced Padma Bhushan honour in 2017, was awarded with the when he had 4-61 against West Indies in Melbourne on the eve of the Republic Day next year. Padma Shri in 2015. in 2015. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 ADVERTISEMENT 35 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 36 ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019