PAK KILLING FIELDS International Organizations Term Pakistan As Killing Field for Minorities

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Details on page 20 CONTENTS GENEVA: Underscoring that Pakistan is known as tent in Pakistan Occupied parts of Indian Union Terri- Bollywood ------34 Classifieds ------36 the "killing field" for the minorities, India slammed tories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, deliberate Community Post ------17-28 Islamabad, which has "institutionalized" enforced dis- economic policies have also subjugated them to a life Edit Page ------38 appearance as a tool of "subjugation against dissent of extreme poverty. A simple demand for land rights Horoscope ------9

This week’s question and criticism", adding that the country remains a safe could lead to imprisonment for 40 years as has been Immigration Post ------30-31 Did India receive maximum harbor for terrorists. the fate for political activists such as Baba Jan and oth- Life Style ------12-13 support of Trump's In a right to reply to the statement made by Paki- ers. "In contrast, full-scale training camps and launch Philosophy/Perspective ------37 administration? stan in the United Nations Human Rights Council, In- pads of terrorists are being escalated in Pakistan Oc- Punjab Post ------29 Last week’s result dia highlighted that there are three outsiders for ev- cupied parts of Indian Union Territories of Jammu and Info/Highlights ------4 Real Estate ------32-33 Should Trump wait till after ery four in Pakistan Occupied parts of Indian Union Kashmir and Ladakh at great expense for sustaining elections to appoint SC judge? TechBiz Post ------10-11 Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. While cross border terrorism against India," said Indian Dip- YES 61% NO 39% Travel & Hospitality Post ------16 civil, political and constitutional rights are non-exis- lomat Pawan Badhe. Details on page 5 Wellness Post ------14-15 2 India Post October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 India Post 3 www.indiapost.com 4 India Post October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com

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GENEVA: Underscoring that Pakistan are non-existent in Pakistan Occupied Pawan Badhe. deaths in Pakistan. is known as the "killing field" for the mi- parts of Indian Union Territories of It's not without reason that Pakistan "The fate of religious and ethnic minorities, India slammed Islamabad, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, delib- remains a safe harbor for terrorists. norities is well known when beheading which has "institutionalized" enforced erate economic policies have also sub- While the world is busy combatting is the only option in Pakistan in ex- disappearance as a tool of "subjugation jugated them to a life of extreme pov- COVID-19 pandemic, Pakistan hood- change for the freedom of religion. Vari- against dissent and criticism", adding erty. A simple demand for land rights winks the world to allow delisting more ous international organizations have that the country remains a safe harbor could lead to imprisonment for 40 years than 4000 proscribed terrorists to sus- termed Pakistan as the killing field for for terrorists. as has been the fate for political activ- tain its terror ecosystem, he added. minorities," Badhe stated. In a right to reply to the statement ists such as Baba Jan and others. "In con- Ahmadis remain the most perse- "It should be a matter of concern for made by Pakistan in the United Nations trast, full-scale training camps and cuted community in Pakistan under Council that Pakistan continuously mis- Human Rights Council, India high- launch pads of terrorists are being es- the aegis of the so-called Constitution uses this august forum for malicious lighted that there are three outsiders calated in Pakistan Occupied parts of of Pakistan, said India at the 45th Ses- propaganda against my country. None for every four in Pakistan Occupied Indian Union Territories of Jammu and sion of Human Rights Council adding of Pakistan's vile accusations against In- parts of Indian Union Territories of Kashmir and Ladakh at great expense that hundreds of Christians are perse- dia could stifle the voice of minorities Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. While for sustaining cross border terrorism cuted every year while the maximum and people under its subjugation," civil, political and constitutional rights against India," said Indian Diplomat of them are subjected to violent Badhe added. ANI Indian-American running for Lt. Governor of Virginia

WASHINGTON: Puneet Ahluwalia, while announcing his run. A Delhi Public School (DPS) alum- an Indian-American business consult- "Virginia needs new ideas nus who immigrated to the US in ant, is running for the Republican and a business environment 1990, Ahluwalia serves as a consult- nomination for Lt. Governor of Vir- that will attract investment, ant to international businesses on ginia, saying the state needs a new jobs, growth and wealth," said client acquisition, marketing, and leadership to attract investment, the Delhi-born Ahluwalia in a strategic affairs with The Livingston jobs, growth and wealth, it was re- note to his supporters. Group. ported. "Virginia needs to support its "I wasn't born an American, my "Virginia is in trouble right now, hard-working and courageous wife and I are Americans by choice," and we're running out of time as police, protect 2nd Amendment wrote Ahluwalia. "I am not a politi- Democrats offer the same old tired rights, and stand up for law and cian; I am a proud American living the Puneet Ahluwalia promises," The 55-year-old as said order." American dream." IANS 6 India Post Top Stories October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Saudi Arabia: G-20 gathering of Jaswant Singh world leaders to be virtual passes away; Prez, PM pay tributes DUBAI: Saudi Arabia, which is presiding over the right debt relief for poorer nations from the world's Group of 20 countries this year, announced the up- richest countries. NEW DELHI: Former Union minister Jaswant coming November gathering of world leaders will be The leaders of the G-20 last met virtually in March Singh, one of the founding members of the BJP held virtually amid the coronavirus pandemic. in a session hosted by King Salman. The virtual video and a close associate of ex-prime minister Atal The kingdom had originally planned to host world call was unusual at the time, as governments around Bihari Vajpayee, died here on Sunday 27 Septem- the world were beginning to ber following a long spell of illness. He was 82. stress the importance of social President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister distancing to curb the virus' Narendra Modi, Union ministers and other top spread amid closures, curfews leaders cutting across the political spectrum paid and lockdowns globally. rich tributes to Singh. Rights groups and others had Singh, a former Army officer, had a fall at his called for world leaders to boy- home in August 2014 and was admitted to the cott the summit in Saudi Arabia Army Research and Referral Hospital. He was in due to Kasogi's killing, the coma for a long spell and had been in and out of kingdom's human rights record the hospital since then. He was admitted again in and its continued detention of ac- June this year. tivists. "It is with profound grief that we inform about It was unclear whether leaders the sad demise of Hon'ble Major Jaswant Singh such as Canadian Prime Minister (Retd), former Cabinet Minister at 0655 hours on Justin Trudeau or German Chancel- 27 September 2020. He was admitted on 25 Jun lor Angela Merkel would have at- 2020 and being leaders for the G-20 summit in Riyadh before the pan- tended an in-person summit, but there were others, treated for sepsis demic, offering Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin such as Putin, who said they were ready to take part. AP with Multiorgan Salman the chance to share handshakes and wide Dysfunction Syn- smiles with presidents and prime ministers, such as drome and ef- Donald Trump, Russia's President Vladimir Putin, India's fects of Severe Narendra Modi and China's Xi Jinping. Trump, Biden neck-and- Head Injury old Instead, the planned virtual meet-up announced (Optd) had a Car- strips the kingdom of the pomp that would have ac- neck in N. Carolina, diac arrest this companied televised arrivals on Riyadh's tarmac just Georgia: Poll morning," the two years after the killing and dismemberment of hospital said in a Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi stained the crown WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump and statement. prince's reputation. his Democratic rival Joe Biden were neck-and- Despite best Jaswant Singh Prince Mohammed has insisted he had nothing to neck in the swing states of Georgia and North efforts of special- do with the operation carried out by Saudi agents in- Carolina, according to a new poll. ists to resuscitate him, he could not be revived and side the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul, despite US sena- The CBS/YouGov poll released recently revealed passed away, it added. tors and intelligence officials saying he bore responsi- that in Georgia 47 per cent of likely voters support His funeral will take place later today at Jodh- bility for the slaying. Trump, versus 46 per cent for Biden, is reported. pur in Rajasthan, family sources said. Saudi Arabia said the virtual summit on November In North Carolina, 48 per cent of likely voters Reacting to Singh's death, the President said 21-22 will be chaired by King Salman. The meeting will support the former Vice President, versus 46 per the demise of the "veteran soldier, outstanding focus on focus on protecting lives and restoring cent for Trump. parliamentarian, exceptional leader and intellec- growth by addressing vulnerabilities uncovered dur- In South Carolina however, Trump held a 10- tual" was distressing. ing the pandemic and by laying down the foundations point lead over Biden. for a better future, a Saudi statement said. Meanwhile, an NBC News-Marist poll has found "He combined many difficult roles with ease The statement added that G-20 countries, which Biden leading Trump in another two swing states and equanimity. My heartfelt condolences to his represent the world's biggest and most powerful of Wisconsin and Michigan. family and friends," he said. economies, have contributed over 21 billion to sup- In Wisconsin, Biden had the support of 54 per Modi said that Singh served India diligently and port the production of vaccines and access to thera- cent voters, while 44 per cent backing the Presi- will be remembered for his unique perspective on peutics, as well as injected 11 trillion to safeguard the dent, the poll notes. matters of politics and society. global economy. In Michigan, the Vice President was ahead of The prime minister later spoke to Singh's son G-20 nations, however, have been criticized for not Trump by 8 percentage points among likely vot- Manvendra to convey his condolences. taking cohesive action against the virus and its eco- ers, with 52 per cent backing Biden and 44 per True to his nature, Jaswant Singh fought his ill- cent supporting the President. nomic impact. The US, China and Russia have opted ness with immense courage for the last six years, In both states, Biden held an advantage of at out of a collaborative effort to develop and distribute Modi said. least 17 percentage points among likely voters a vaccine. who think he'd better handle the coronavirus pan- Condoling his death, Modi said, "Jaswant Singh The G-20 agreed this year to suspend the debt of demic and race relations. Ji served our nation diligently, first as a soldier and developing countries and defer billions of dollars in Last week, the CBS News Tracker revealed that later during his long association with politics. Dur- payments as governments focus spending on emer- the states of Florida and Texas remain tight battle- ing Atal Ji's Government, he handled crucial port- gency stimulus programs to protect vulnerable grounds in the November 3 presidential election, folios and left a strong mark in the worlds of fi- people and boost national health care systems. by news reports. IANS nance, defense and external affairs". PTI Pakistan's prime minister, however, has called for out- October 2, 2020 Top Stories India Post 7 www.indiapost.com Golden Temple langar gets big donation from Canada India Foundation TORONTO: The Canada India Foun- dation (CIF) has announced to do- nate C$21,000 to the langar at the Golden Temple in Amritsar where over 100,000 people eat free meals each day. The Foundation, which also honors a prominent Indian from anywhere in the world with the Global Indian Award each year, is donating to the langar after the amended Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act granted registration to the Golden vented from sending money to the langar seva be- Set up in 2007, the CIF is an advocacy group aimed Temple to receive direct foreign donations. cause of the stringent provisions of the FCRA. The at promoting India-Canada relations. "We were very excited to hear the news that Indo-Canadian community has reacted favorably to The Foundation's C$50,000 Global Indian Award people from all over the world can now directly do- the Indian announcement," added Foundation con- also honors a prominent Indian each year. nate to the Golden Temple langar seva. We at the CIF vener Ritesh Malik. The late President APJ Abdul Kalam, industrialist want to be among the first to show our appreciation," Toronto Sikh Bhupinder Singh Khalsa, founder mem- Ratan Tata, Congress leader Sam Pitroda and noted CIF Chairman Satish Thakkar said. ber of the Foundation, said: "I feel blessed that now economist Montek Singh Ahluwalia are among the Thakkar thanked India for fulfilling the long-pend- sitting in Canada I can send my humble contribution past recipients of this award. IANS ing demand of the Indo-Canadian diaspora to make to the langar. "Though Canada has always given us ev- direct donations to the world's biggest langar at the ery opportunity to stay connected to our roots, cul- Golden Temple. ture and religion, this is a great step by India to help "Thousands of devotees from Canada were pre- us to stay connected to the source of our faith." Friends of Canada-India, hold protest against China in Vancouver Indian expat students Indian in UAE to fly in UAE launch app, VANCOUVER: Friends of Canada-India along with home after 14 yrs seven other organizations held a protest against China comic series following fine waiver in front of the Chinese Consulate Office in Vancouver on Sunday (27 September) for the release of two de- DUBAI: A 17-year-old Indian expat student has tained Canadians in China, to resist CCP, to oppose DUBAI: A stranded Indian visitor, who came to teamed up with his younger brother to launch a sav- China's new Hong Kong national security law, to free the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a visit in 2006, ings calculator and a comic series based on economic Hong Kong, Tibet and Indian part. is finally going to return home after14 years later and market trends for the benefit of pupils and blue- Maninder Gill of Friends of Canada-India said, "The when fines worth 511,200 dirhams were waived law threatens freedom of the press, freedom of collar workers in the United Arab Emirates. off, a media report said. speech and freedom of assembly." Gill strongly con- The savings calculator app, called 'Cash Cash', helps "I cannot wait to see my family," said Baskari an individual keep track of his or her funds, aiding one Raghavlu, 41, hailing from Andhra Pradesh. demned China for the irresponsible actions and dicta- to not only account for the expenses but also help Raghavlu came to the UAE on a visit in 2006 and torship approach. understand how much can be saved. soon after landing, tragedy struck. He was injured Gill, Ashish Manral, Avtar Johal, Paul Braich, Baljinder The comic series, 'eCOnoMICs', is an economics- in a road accident while travelling in his company Cheema, Gurcharan Sarabha, Parmjit Khosla, Dr Hakam based concept developed to provide a better under- vehicle. For four years, he tried to get compensa- Bhullar were leading the protest. standing through a simplistic and illustrative format. tion from the company where he worked and The protest took place in the afternoon during The bilingual comic series in Hindi and English is even hired a lawyer, who took his passport. which slogans were raised against China. already being distributed to workers across labor "I don't know where the lawyer is and where Over 500 people participated in the protest. Pro- camps in UAE. my passport went. And all this happened in a testers followed all the guidelines by the BC Ministry Varun Mittal and his younger brother Aman, both month's time of my coming to the UAE. I did not of Health due to COVID-19. People were wearing students at the Jumeirah College, have created the know where to seek help. I kept waiting for the masks and social distancing was maintained. app and the comic series. lawyer to help me out," Raghavlu said. The protesters were demanding the release of two They have launched the two under a social enter- He said during one of the amnesty programs detained Canadians caught in a diplomatic standoff prise platform called SOCRISE. by the UAE government, Raghavlu managed to over Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou. "I am passionate about economics and also recog- secure an out-pass to leave the country, but did The seven other organizations who joined Friend of not have money for his flight ticket. nize my privileged position in society. I used the two Canada- India are Canada Tibet Committee and the Ti- Social worker Sheela Thomas said she found concepts to drive a message to young students and betan Community, Friends of Canada India Organiza- Raghavlu in a desperate state. workers in UAE to help them learn how to save so it tion, Vancouver Society of Freedom, Democracy and "He was struggling for accommodation. He will leave them financially independent," Varun said. Human Rights for China, Vancouver Hong Kong Politi- was living off the generosity of some other blue- cal Activists, Vancouverites concerned about Hong Talking about the savings calculator, he said the collar workers... He just wanted to return home Kong, Vancouver Society in Support of Democratic intention behind launching the app was to build and see his daughter for the first time in his life. I financial and economic literacy through this plat- then took up his case," she said. IANS Movement (VSSDM) and Vancouver Uyghur Associa- form. IANS tion. ANI 8 India Post Top Stories October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Biden campaign launches initiative to woo Sikhs in US

WASHINGTON: The Biden campaign has launched an can feel safer in schools and on the streets, Gill said cestors fought for a world of dignity, equality, and initiative to reach out to the Sikh community in the US in a statement. justice is at stake." and vowed to address the unique challenges, includ- "(Former) vice president Biden has a track record "A Biden presidency would give us a chance to ing xenophobia, being faced by the minority religious of taking stances against hate, discrimination and save our democracy, heal the earth, and begin to group in the country. birth a world where we see no stranger'. That's why The Biden campaign, which I am proud to join Sikhs for Biden and do everything launched the 'Sikh Americans for in power to get out the vote. Our lives depend on Biden', said it has plans for protecting it," she said in a statement issued by the South Sikh-American youths in schools. Asians for Biden recently. Sikh-Americans experience bully- Japjee Singh, an anti-bullying advocate, detailed ing at rates twice the national aver- the horrific bullying that took place at his high age and have reported a spike in school in Georgia. In 2013, when he was 17-year- these encounters since 2017, the old, Singh was repeatedly targeted with verbal and campaign said in a press release. physical harassment because of his Sikh faith. He "The Biden campaign plans to was called a "terrorist" and fellow students used to highlight the specific plans and poli- target him for wearing turban. Singh's bullying case cies that Democratic presidential led to the first US Department of Justice school bul- candidate Joe Biden has outlined in lying settlement on behalf of a Sikh student. his platform to address the unique "A lot of the systems in place prevent victims of challenges that the Sikh American bullying from being heard and validated. Often community faces with regards to these victims are perceived as the aggressors; they racism, xenophobia and discrimina- are not. Biden is committed to change these sys- tion," it said. Joe Biden tems, so we can provide survivors of bullying with the Kiran Kaur Gill, a prominent civil support that they need," Singh said. PTI rights activist and member of the Sikh American Na- bullying, and his leadership on these issues matter tional Leadership Council, alleged that President to our community," she said. Donald Trump has not only turned a blind eye to bul- The Biden campaign has said that if voted to lying and discrimination, but has also encouraged power, the Biden administration would allocate Love Jihad a virus to be it. additional federal funding for anti-bullying initia- stopped in bud, List of 147 The Sikh American National Leadership Council is tives. an advisory council to the Sikh Americans for Biden. According to civil rights activist Valarie Kaur, "This case studies an eye-opener With Biden as the US president, Sikh-Americans election is unlike any other. Everything our Sikh an- MADHU PATEL CHICAGO: Love Jihad is apparently a conspiracy being run by some people through money power, India's gesture of friendship towards one country is wherewithal/resources and religious supersti- tions. not directed against third country: PM Modi It is absolutely necessary to stop it. The list of 147 Love Jihad case studies with facts and UNITED NATIONS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on it is not with any malafide intent of making the part- figures,will open the eyes of the society. Saturday said that a gesture of friendship by India to- ner country dependent or hapless, Modi emphasized. The VHP Working President reminded that the wards one country is not directed against any third We have never hesitated from sharing experiences Chief Minister of Kerala had said in 2012 that 2667 country. of our development, he said. Hindu girls had converted to Islam in the previous The prime minister also empha- In his address to the 193-member 3 years and during that period, 79 girls had re- sized that when India strengthens its UN General Assembly, Modi said that turned to their Hindu fold and 2 to Christian fold. development partnership with a on October 2, India initiated the Inter- This imbalance is disturbing. A Love Jihadist is con- country it was not with any "malafide national Day of Non-Violence' and on fident that whatever he is doing to deceive the intent" of making the partner country June 21 the International Day of Yoga'. unsuspecting Hindu girls (especially those from "dependent or hapless." The initiatives for the Coalition for the lower/middle income groups) by playing a Modi said this while addressing Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and Hindu boy by wearing Tilak spot on forehead, the historic 75th session of the UN the International Solar Alliance are re- Kalava thread on right hand, and trap them into General Assembly through a pre-re- alities today due to efforts of India. marriage and convert to Islam, and hang out with corded video message. India has always thought about the them, has the full support of his community! This year's high-level UN General interests of the whole humankind and When the girl learns that the boy to whom she Assembly is being held in a largely vir- not about its own interests. This phi- married is a Vidharmi hailing from a desert religion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tual format, as world leaders did not losophy has always been the driving having their habits of food and drink, costumes, travel to New York for the annual force of India's policies, he said. mores, manners, morals, ethics and behavior gathering due to the coronavirus pandemic. Modi stressed that from India's Neighbourhood contrarious and opposite, then what is her condi- The prime minister explained that from India's First Policy to its Act East Policy, as well as the idea of tion and situation is clear from many examples. Neighborhood First Policy' to views on the Indo-Pacifc security and growth for all in the region, or its views The 'Hindu Vishwa' has exposed the pan-Bharat region, the country has always worked for the inter- towards the Indo-Pacific region, we have always Love Jihad conspiracy through its researched data ests of humankind. worked for the interests of humankind and not driven of 147 case studies and these facts and figures will "Any gesture of friendship by India towards one by our own self-interests. make the people exercised to help the authorities country is not directed against any third country. India's partnerships are always guided by this very take on the problem. When India strengthens its development partnership, principle, he said. PTI October 2, 2020 Horoscope India Post 9 www.indiapost.com Your Weekly Future by VANEET SHARMA OCT 2ND to OCT 7TH 2020

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lthough the previ- he first half of the rom the beginning he beginning of A ous mental T week shall not F of the week T the week gives tensions shall continue be good for you at all. you shall be getting an indication of your to chase you this You are likely to lose signs of success at becoming focused for month too however your confidence and work. There shall be the fulfillment of your the continuous support of your spouse patience. You state of mind shall remain some ups and downs in family atmo- aspirations. You would try to create a shall certainly make the things easier disturbed most of the times. You shall not sphere with abrupt eruption of argu- good bond with your family members now. The first half of the week would prove only face such problems but your stom- ments however your balanced approach but there are indications of getting into to be good for devising plans for the ex- ach would also remain upset. There shall in handling the issues won't let you get arguments with family members and in pansion of work and improvement of be tensions related to children, educa- affected at all. Your confidence, energy, laws because of the lack of resistance. health. You started working for the resto- tion and relationship too however finan- recognition, reputation and the ability to The beginning of the week is best time ration of your immunity from the mid of cial issues are not indicated at all. Latter set a right goal for you would keep you to do short time expansion or for mak- last month and now you are fully confident. half of the week you shall succeed. at the top. ing those investments.

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here shall be tre- nitial three days of the lthough your he first day of the T mendous I week are excellent for A credibility as a T week is below pressure on your mind marital bliss and for de- professional might re- average for your hap- this week however in veloping chances of main intact but you piness whereas from spite of that you won't gains from outer con- shall have to remain 2nd October onwards be losing your confidence at all. Prob- nections. The 4th and 5th of October are disturbed and frustrated as people you shall be able to regain your confi- ably you are unnecessarily worried about negative for health and happiness. Try to would try to create an atmosphere of il- dence, patience and energy. Your com- your health. You are advised not to lose remain cool & composed otherwise the lusion around you. You shall have to re- petitive spirit shall be at its best in this your patience and confidence. It would domestic atmosphere might get affected main cautious about your reputation. In week. You would emerge as leader and be better to concentrate on work only. badly. You are advised to take care of the the beginning of the week you might create more stability at work area. There Try to keep yourself cool on 6th and 7th health of your mother. This week would travel to participate in some social func- are strong possibilities of earning recog- of this week because these two can re- not be a good time to take some deci- tion. The mid of the week can be slightly nition for your work. In the latter half of ally go bad for your happiness. Pressure sion about property. The last two days of more frustrating. The 4th & 5th October the week you shall be spending quality and mental tensions are likely to increase. the week are auspicious for everything. are giving strong indication. time with your family people and friends.

MAY 21 to JUN 20 AUG 23 to SEP 22 NOV 23 to DEC 21 FEB 20 to MAR 20

n the beginning of ou shall get xpenses would re- ou shall be suffer I the week you Y friendly with E main high. You Y ing from lot of shall be full of energy lot of new people. Your might travel exten- tensions from the be- because of increased shyness won't come in sively. Try to put a ginning of the week. confidence, working your way. You would check on expenses. Your main tensions efficiency and active social life. This be able to do well on all fronts and your There shall be improvement and signifi- shall involve the continuous intervention whole week would prove to be the best bond with family members shall also get cant increase in your spiritual activities. This of obstacles everywhere. You might suffer for attaining the favor of destiny and strengthened. The inflow of money is week shall be excellent for your adminis- from difficulties in matters related to love, brightness at work and because of that likely to increase. You are advised to look trative activities and you would see sig- education or children. There can be some the family and finance related tensions after your health as your this approach nificant progress in your work. Possibilities stomach related trouble. 2nd & 3rd, Octo- shall go unnoticed. Although there might shall keep you tension free for sure. The of travel, overseas gains and unnecessary ber shall be more negative dates for you. remain some kind of uncertainty in fam- mid of the week is especially good for your expenses with sudden losses can also not The 4th & 5th October shall be very aver- ily matters however there won't be any marital bliss and partnership whereas last be ruled out completely. The beginning of age. The sixth and seventh October would children elated trouble at all. two days of the week are not good. the week indicates some tension. refill you with life and vitality again.

Kindly read the predictions from your ascendant sign. If you do not know your ascendant sign then read the VANEET same from Moon sign. If Moon sign is also not known then read it from the Zodiac sign. The ascendant sign which is SHARMA calculated from the birth details viz. date, month, year, time & place of birth gives 85 % accurate predictions. The 510-648-4899 accuracy of predictions from Moon sign get limited to only 50 %. The predictions from Zodiac sign are only 25 % “Felicitated and accurate. In nutshell the predictions from ascendant sign are most accurate. In getting personality analysis the traits honored by then President of India Shri given by ascendant sign are 100 % accurate and that is the essence of Vedic Astrology. Pranab Mukherjee" Tech News Google parent agrees to $310M misconduct lawsuit settlement Adani, Tata, GMR show interest in NEW YORK: Google's parent company has reached a 310 mil- CSMT redevelopment lion settlement in a shareholder lawsuit over its treatment of alle- TechBiz gations of executives' sexual misconduct. NEW DELHI: Tata Projects, Alphabet Inc.has said it will prohibit severance packages for Adani Group, Larsen & Toubro, anyone fired for misconduct or is the subject of a sexual miscon- and GMR Group were among duct investigation. A special team will investigate any allegations against executives and report to the board's audit committee. AP 43 prospective bidders who 10 India Post www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 attended a pre-bid meeting on Friday for the redevelopment of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus of the rail- Facebook wants Apple to let users ways in Mumbai, a UNESCO World Heritage site. According to a railway min- pick their own messaging app istry statement, the Rs 1,642- crore redevelopment project SAN FRANCISCO: Facebook moving this direction anyway." browsing the Internet and han- Following this, Apple post- encapsulates integration of is making an extra push to con- Facebook has asked Apple dling email. poned the full enforcement of vince Apple to let iPhone users over the years to consider But messages are still stuck privacy practices in iOS 14 soft- various modes to make the choose their own preferred opening up default messaging on Apple's built-in software. ware release. iconic railway station a multi- messaging app, an effort that but it "never agreed". "The main guess is that mes- In a friendly gesture, Apple modal transport hub. can open an option to make its Google's Android mobile saging drives hardware sales," has also temporarily waived its The total real estate built-up own Messenger app one of the operating system already lets Chudnovsky said. customary 30 per cent App area is 25 lakh square feet and default messaging tools on Store fee on in-app purchases the construction period is of iPhones. for paid online events by small four years, it said. According to a report in The businesses on Facebook. The cost of the real estate Information, Facebook execu- The social networking giant around it is Rs 1,433 crore. tives have sharply ramped up said last week that online event The Niti Aayog CEO and the their criticism of Apple in re- fees will be processed through Railway Board Chairman and cent months. Facebook Pay without Apple CEO chaired the pre-bid meet- Encouraged by Apple mak- collecting its 30 per cent cut. ing via digital platform. ing software changes and re- This Apple waiver will last The meeting was attended laxing App Store rules, the so- until December 31 and will not by representatives of 43 pro- cial networking giant now apply to gaming creators. spective bidders, including wants Apple to do the same for Despite Apple reversing its Adani Group, Tata Projects Ltd., messaging apps. decision, Facebook appeared Eldeco, GMR Group, JKB Infra- "We feel people should be not very happy. able to choose different mes- "Apple has agreed to pro- structure Pvt. Ltd, SNCF Hubs saging apps and the default on vide a brief, three-month re- and Connexions, I Squared their phone," Stan Chudnovsky, spite after which struggling Capital, Kalpataru Power Trans- Facebook's vice president in users choose their default Facebook recently acknowl- businesses will have to, yet mission Ltd., Ace Urban devel- charge of Messenger app was messaging app. edged that Apple's upcoming again, pay Apple the full 30% opers, GR Infrastructure, Essel quoted as saying in the report With iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, iOS 14 may lead to over 50 per App Store tax," a Facebook Group, and Larsen & Toubro. PTI on Saturday. Apple has introduced an op- cent decline in its Audience spokesperson told "Generally, everything is tion to change default apps for Network advertising business. TechCrunch. Earlier this month, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the iPhone maker needs to be Farmers playing major role in building Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM scrutinized. In an interview with Axios, NEW DELHI: Lauding farm- Speaking on various issues groups across states, Modi also greater use of technology in Zuckerberg said that people ers for strengthening the during his monthly 'Mann Ki said the agriculture sector will farming. should be looking into the country's agriculture sector, Baat' broadcast, Modi said benefit immensely with The prime minister began "unilateral control" that Apple Prime Minister Narendra many farmers benefit- his monthly broadcast by talk- has over "what gets on phones, Modi in his Sundays' radio talk ted after fruits, veg- ing about storytelling, saying in terms of apps." said the farm sector is playing etables were brought it has been a part of our na- Apple had also rejected a major role in efforts to build out of APMC Act in some tion for centuries. Facebook Gaming app on the a self-reliant India. states a few years ago. "Storytelling is as old as App Store, as it was a direct He also said if the essence Our agriculture sec- civilization...These days, sto- threat to the livestream gam- of Mahatma Gandhi's eco- tor has shown its prow- ries relating to science are ing service Apple Arcade. nomic philosophy was fol- ess during the COVID-19 gaining popularity," Modi According to Facebook Chief lowed, there would not have pandemic and farmers said. Operating Officer Sheryl been any need for the are playing a major role He said many people are Sandberg, the company man- 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' cam- in efforts to build a self- making storytelling popular aged to launch an iOS version of paign, as India would have reliant India, he said. across the country and under- its gaming app after it was become self-reliant much ear- Talking about various lined that India has a glorious Prime Minister Narendra Modi "forced to make a concession to lier. success stories of farmer tradition of storytelling. PTI bring it to the App Store". IANS October 2, 2020 TechBiz Post India Post 11 www.indiapost.com NASA to send $23 MN advanced Tech Briefs toilet to space station iPhone users will be able to stream, play Xbox games soon WASHINGTON: NASA is all set The new space toilet that installed in Orion spacecraft to launch this week a $23 mil- NASA is sending, called the for the Artemis II flight test WASHINGTON: Microsoft is won't start with a sound or lion advanced toilet to the In- Universal Waste Management that will send astronauts on a about to release a new up- show that it's powered on ternational Space Station (ISS) System (UWMS), will be 10-day mission beyond the date to the Xbox App on iOS with the light at the front. to test out before using a simi- smaller, more comfortable and Moon and back. which will let the users The new iOS update isn't lar system on future Moon and support a larger crew as The "Universal" in UWMS is stream and play Xbox One available for all users yet Mars missions. NASA's Commercial Crew Pro- key: the central design con- games on the iPhone. though as Microsoft is only The toilet is scheduled to gram sends more astronauts to cept can be easily integrated According to Mashable, testing it with TestFlight launch, along with other cargo, the station. into different spacecraft and this obviously isn't the same members. But since the An- life support systems. as cloud gaming and is some- droid-counterpart of the ap- On platforms like the space thing that's only probably plication has been rolled out station where astronauts live useful to own- already, the ap- and work for extended time ers of Xbox plication periods, UWMS will feed pre- One consoles. should soon be treated urine into a regenera- The new fea- publicly avail- tive system, which recycles ture which in- able on iOS water for further use. cludes remote too. For shorter duration mis- play will let the As reported sions, like Artemis II, UWMS user stream by Mashable, also works with a system Xbox games apart from let- where waste is not pre- directly from his/her own ting the user stream Xbox treated with chemicals and is console over WiFi or mobile games, the application also simply stored for disposal. internet. To make use of this, will also let them manage Improved integration with users will have to log in to console space and delete other components of the their Xbox accounts and make games. The player can also on Northrop Grumman's con- The $23 million toilet system space station water system sure the console's got access download and share game tract resupply mission to ISS is 65 per cent smaller and 40 will aid in recycling more to power. While making use of clips from your gaming ses- from NASA's Wallops Flight Fa- per cent lighter than the toilet urine, which, yes, the astro- remote play, the console sions via the application. ANI cility in Virginia on September currently in use on the ISS. nauts do drink after it is fil- 29. Another UWMS unit will be tered and processed. IANS Microsoft joins telecommunications Self-reliant India will be force multiplier for industry to roll out 5G, more SAN FRANCISCO: Microsoft idly innovate and experi- global economy: PM Modi tells UNGA on Monday announced a ment with new 5G services partnership with the tele- on a programmable network. UNITED NATIONS: Prime stress brought by the COVID- the lives of millions of its citi- communication industry glo- "We're building a carrier- Minister Narendra Modi has 19 pandemic, the Modi gov- zens," he said. bally to unlock the power of grade cloud and bringing enunciated his government's ernment announced an over Rs In just about 4-5 years, India 5G and bring cloud and more Microsoft technology ambitious Aatmanirbhar 20 lakh crore Aatmanirbhar has brought over 400 million edge closer than ever. to the operator's edge. This, Bharat campaign, saying a self- Bharat program aimed at people into the formal finan- By harnessing the power in combination with our de- reliant India will be a "force boosting domestic capacity cial sector. "This was not an of Microsoft veloper eco- multiplier" for the global easy task. But India has proved Azure, on system, will economy. "In the changed cir- that it can be done." their edge, or help opera- Addressing the historic 75th In the same period, 600 mil- in the cloud, tors to future session of the UN General As- cumstances of the lion people have been freed operators proof their sembly, Modi said India's expe- post-pandemic era, we from open defecation. "This can transition networks, riences and its developmental was not an easy task. But India to a more drive down journey marked with its ups are moving forward has achieved it." flexible and costs, and cre- and downs will only add to Also, more than 500 million scalable model, drive down ate new services and busi- strengthening the path to glo- with the vision of a people have been provided infrastructure cost, use AI ness models," the tech giant bal welfare. access to free health care ser- and machine learning (ML) to said in a statement. "In the changed circum- 'Self-reliant India'” vices in just about 2-3 years. automate operations and The network infrastruc- stances of the post-pandemic "Today, India is one of the create service differentia- ture must ensure operators era, we are moving forward with and cutting reliance on im- leaders in digital transactions. tion. are able to optimize costs the vision of a 'Self-reliant India'," ports. Today, India is providing digital Furthermore, a hybrid and and gain efficiencies, while he said. "A self-reliant India will "Following the mantra of access to its millions of citi- hyper-scale infrastructure enabling the development of also be a force multiplier for the 'Reform-Perform-Transform', zens, and in the process ensur- will provide operators with personalized and differenti- global economy," he said. India has made great efforts to ing empowerment and trans- the agility they need to rap- ated services. IANS To address the economic bring about transformation in parency," he said. PTI Jhanvi Kapoor

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PUJA GUPTA eteran designer Manish Malhotra's was women and jama, angrakha and heavy shawls the finale act as he closed the digital for men in pure and cotton silks, mashru, vel- Vedition of the India Couture Week with vets, and muslins rich in tradition yet effort- a showcase of his latest couture collection less in drape and style. 'Roohaniyat -- A celebration called life.' The designer has used archival hand- Bollywood actress Jhanvi Kapoor featured basted and hand-quilted fabrics that com- in the fashion film, which was streamed in film prise accent borders that are zari-woven in format across the various social media, original gold and silver. Using embroideries handles of the organizers of the event, the from Rajasthan, Ahmedabad, Kutch the collec- Fashion Design tion was a reverie of heritage and opu- Council of India. lence. Voluminous silhouettes featured fine Focusing both layering in a color palette which ranged on bridal wear from natural earthen hues and light sum- and jewelry, the mer bridal shades like teal, pistachio sequence was green, dusky pink, grey, and maroon, all shot at the Lela natural dyed. Palace Hotel in "The collection breaks-away from the New Delhi. aesthetics of fast-fashion couture The film and aims to revive the slow and pur- opened with a ist workmanship of our indigenous Manish Malhotra tribute dedi- craftsmen and artisans. It seeks to cated to the artistry of Indian craftsmen and recall our age-old craft and tech- the art and craft of Awadh and Punjab. It read: niques while keeping the first line "The collection is a tribute to our diverse heri- of inspiration from the most en- tage and soulful artistry of the Indian crafts- during facets of Mughal living. men / The Nazakat of Awadh and the vibrancy It's art and architecture - vin- of Punjab, a story of over thousands of years of tage gardens, palaces, paint- the people, their life and emotions / The two ings, jewelry, museums, and regions are culturally rich where the tradi- costumes that are im-

tional art and crafts flourished seamlessly / An mortalized Picture: www.news18.com/ Viral Bhayani immersive walk through the cultural corridors in the grand of the heritage and the doorways of their life." and diverse Inspired by the aesthetic of the Mughals, culture of In- the collection presented a suitable lineup of dia," says ensembles for modern tastes. Kalidar kurtas, Amphora. khada dupattas, ghararas, izar salwars for IANS

Crucial to support folk artists: Shaan NEW DELHI: Popular playback singer Shaan says that folk artists and daily workers are keeping the music heritage and industry intact, and it's crucial for the society to support them in these trying times. "Our country's musical heritage is on the shoulders of our folk artists and in the present situation of the pandemic it is very difficult for them to find livelihood and to feed their families. At this stage, it is very crucial for us to support our folk artists - our industry, workers who are keeping our heritage intact," says Shaan. The singer is supporting the "very worthy" cause of 'Together Louder Stron- ger' by Anahad Foundation and Believe Entertainment, which is a fundraiser featuring renowned entertainment artists performing from their homes that will

Shaan raise funds to support the unsung un- seen performance IANSlife October 2, 2020 India Post 13

www.indiapost.com Indo-American Shree Saini in the race for Miss World America pageant 2020

India Post News Service ciation CEO. Miss World has iss World America re- fundraised $1.3 billion for cently announced its charities around the world. M2020 contestants list. Shree takes to social media to The 2020 Miss World America share her love for service. pageant will see Indian Ameri- Shree has volunteered with can Shree Saini. She is the cho- 1OOs of charitable foundations sen representative of Washing- and been invited to speak ton State. She is a survivor of around the world. heart surgery at age 12 for a "Serving others and inspir- pacemaker implant and she is ing others is a responsibility for Shree Saini a burns survivor. She is a global me. It is our duty that we shine motivational speaker who has with enthusiasm and serve oth- been invited to address audi- ers with Love. That is Beauty Indian American Shree Saini ences about her life experi- with a Purpose for me!" collapsed before Miss World ence and messages of resil- Miss World's BWAP vision America's 2019 before final ience and kindness, in more was created by founder of Miss night of competition. Taking to than 8 countries and 30 states World Mrs. Julia Morley, whose her daughter's Instagram, her in the United States. husband Mr. Eric Morley mother informed that Shree A graduate of University of started "Miss World" nearly 7O will stay in the hospital for a Washington, Saini has been a years ago. In preparation for "cardiac arrest watch". visiting student at Harvard, her title, she submitted over 14 Shree Saini said, "Last year I Stanford and Yale Universities. competition materials, 6 video last year but the dream began and choosing endless Kindness could not even finish compet- She has earned the "Best Pag- submissions, essay submis- at age 5. I am a big believer with EVERYBODY and ALWAYS. ing for Miss World America. eant Titleholder" award and sions, had a state live inter- that we should SERVE without We need to reach out and Right after I proudly intro- recognitions from the Secre- view, and took part in countless hesitation and #LOVE without serve rather than wait," noted duced myself on stage as tary of State, Senate, Governor workshops. limits. Daily we can serve oth- Shree. "#ShreeSaini, WASHINGTON", I and the American Heart Asso- "My preparations began ers by speaking life into others In an unfortunate incident, came backstage to change into my evening gown when I collapsed and was rushed to Akshay Kumar episode of Bear Grylls' Into The Wild sets record the ER. I was heartbroken. It was a rare incident. My whole MUMBAI: Akshay Kumar has Akshay has emerged as the dividuals and delivering 2.9 repeats). family was shaken. There are set a new record. This time, second most-watched televi- billion impressions. About 1.1 Akshay shot for the episode many incidents in our lives that though, the big-screen super- sion show in the history of the crore people watched its pre- at Bandipur Tiger Reserve in we cannot control, but we can star has made history on tele- infotainment genre in India. miere on Discovery Network Karnataka in January this year. control our responses. With vision. The show had garnered a channels. Almost 2.6 crore Before Akshay, superstar rock solid faith in God and His The recent episode of Brit- huge buzz on social media, people watched the show in Rajinikanth and Prime Minister timing, I am traveling to my ish adventurer Bear Grylls' with #KhiladiOnDiscovery the first week across Discovery Narendra Modi have featured life's journey once again. show "Into The Wild" featuring reaching out to 1.31 billion in- Network channels (original + in Bear Gryll's show. IANS "God has a plan for all of us and He wants us to serve our people and our world family. That's why I love the Miss World America world and Miss World organizations because we are all about service," said Shree. For detailed story visit www.indiapost.com Health Line Work from home hurting back and neck; seek help

PUNE: With work from home becoming the new normal One can be said to be perfectly healthy in body and mind only if no part of the body or mind makes itself felt. A part amid the COVID-19 pandemic, makes itself felt only when there is something wrong with it. You know that you have a head only when it aches. many people have started Sri Atmananda (1883 - 1959) complaining of neck pain and 14 India Post www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 backache while working for long hours and are seeking help from physiotherapists. Health experts say this is Study reveals mindfulness with paced due to improper sitting postures and people need to follow good ergonomics and breathing reduces blood pressure working habits at home. Employees of several corpo- FLORIDA: In a recent study, a mechanisms is that paced University of Wisconsin School thor, first Sir Richard Doll Profes- rate firms and industrial bodies team of researchers explored breathing stimulates the vagus of Medicine and Public Health sor and senior academic advisor have been working from home the possibility of whether mind- nerve and parasympathetic on an investigator-initiated re- in FAU's Schmidt College of for nearly six months now since fulness with paced breathing nervous system, which reduce search grant proposal to the Medicine. the outbreak of COVID-19 in reduces blood pressure. stress chemicals in the brain National Institutes of Health. "Achieving sustained reduc- the country. According to the American and increase vascular relaxation The initial pilot trial would in- tions in blood pressure of 4 to 5 "Initially, work from home Stroke Association (ASA) and that may lead to lowering of clude obtaining informed con- millimeters of mercury de- system brought cheers among the American Heart Association blood pressure," said Suzanne sent from willing and eligible creases the risk of stroke by 42 employees. But, due to long (AHA), more than 100 million per cent and heart attacks by working hours and improper Americans have high blood Elevated blood pressure is a major avoidable about 17 per cent; so positive sitting postures, many have pressure. Elevated blood pres- findings would have important started complaining of neck sure is a major avoidable cause cause of premature morbidity and mortality in clinical and policy implications," pain, backache and other is- of premature morbidity and the United States and worldwide due primarily added Hennekens. sues," said Dr Apurv Shimpi, mortality in the United States to increased risks of stroke and heart attacks According to the ASA and head of the community physio- and worldwide due primarily to AHA, cardiovascular disease therapy department in Pune's increased risks of stroke and (CVD), principally heart attacks Sancheti Hospital. PTI heart attacks. Elevated blood LeBlang, M.D., a neuro-radiolo- subjects and assigning them at and strokes, accounts for more pressure is the most important gist, second and corresponding random to mindfulness either than 800,000 deaths or 40 per major and modifiable risk factor author, and an affiliate associate with or without paced breath- cent of total mortality in the U.S. to reduce stroke. In fact, small professor in FAU's Schmidt Col- ing and examining whether each year and more than 17 Late-stage study of but sustained reductions in lege of Medicine. there are sustained effects on million deaths worldwide. In the first single-shot blood pressure reduce the risks The researchers believe the lowering blood pressure. U.S., CVD is projected to remain vaccine begins in US of stroke and heart attacks. hypothesis they have formu- "This pilot randomized trial the single leading cause of Therapeutic lifestyle changes in lated that mindfulness with might lead to further random- mortality and is rapidly becom- paced breathing reduces blood ized trials of intermediate ing so worldwide. Stroke alone Johnson & Johnson is begin- weight loss and salt reduction, pressure should be tested. To markers such as inhibition of ranks fifth in all-cause mortality ning a huge final study to try to as well as adjunctive drug therapies, are beneficial to treat do so, FAU's Schmidt College progression of carotid inti- in the U.S., killing nearly prove if a single-dose COVID- and prevent high blood pres- of Medicine co-authors are mal thickening or coronary 133,000 people annually as well 19 vaccine can protect against sure. already collaborating artery atherosclerosis, as more than 11 percent of the the virus. Mindfulness is increasingly with their co-authors and subsequently, a population worldwide. The study starting Septem- practiced as a technique to re- from the Marcus large scale trial to re- "Now more than ever, Ameri- ber 23 will be one of the duce stress through mind and Neuroscience Insti- duce stroke and cans and people all over the world's largest coronavirus body interactions. In some in- tute, Boca Raton heart attacks," world are under increased vaccine studies so far, testing stances, mindfulness includes Regional Hospi- said Charles H. stress, which may adversely af- the shot in 60,000 volunteers paced breathing defined as tal/ Baptist Hennekens, fect their health and well-be- in the U.S., South Africa, Argen- deep and diaphragmatic with Health M.D., ing. We know that mindfulness tina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, slow rates typically about five South; Dr.PH, decreases stress and I am cau- Mexico and Peru. to seven per minute compared and senior tiously optimistic that mindful- A handful of other vaccines with the usual rate of 12 to 14. the au- ness with paced breathing will in the U.S. _ including shots Researchers from Florida Atlan- produce a sustained lowering made by Moderna Inc. and tic University's Schmidt College of blood pressure," said Barbara Pfizer Inc. _ and others in other of Medicine and collaborators Schmidt, co-author, teacher, countries are already in final- have published a paper in the researcher, philanthropist, stage testing. Hopes are high journal Medical Hypoth- bestselling author of that answers about at least eses, exploring the pos- "The Practice," as one candidate being tested in sibility that mindful- well as an adjunct the U.S. could come by year's ness with paced instructor at end, maybe sooner. breathing reduces FAU's Schmidt U.S. health officials insist the blood pressure. College of race for a vaccine isn't cutting "One of the Medicine. corners. AP most plausible ANI October 2, 2020 Wellness Post India Post 15 www.indiapost.com UN report takes note of policies, initiatives in Diabetes drug linked to low risk India to combat child, forced marriages of heart issues

UNITED NATIONS: A report view of progress made to- riage, the report said. vulnerabilities and linking TORONTO: Drugs known of the UN Secretary General on wards ending child, early and The report also includes them to social protection as sodium-glucose cotrans- child and forced marriages has forced marriages worldwide. promising experiences with schemes and counseling sup- porter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors taken note of national policies For example, Ethiopia, Ghana, programs aimed at ending port. are associated with a lower and capacity-building initia- India, Mozambique, the Niger those practices and sup- The report noted that the risk of major heart prob- tives taken in India to promote and Uganda developed na- porting already married empowerment of girls at risk lems in patients with type gender and child-sensitive tional policies and guidelines girls and women affected and that of already married 2 diabetes than dipeptidyl health services, including for women and girls can also be peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibi- girls subjected to such alli- promoted by ensuring their tors, say, researchers. ances, and "promising experi- access to economic assets According to the study, ences" about supporting those and by strengthening their fi- published in the journal The affected by the practices. nancial independence and BMJ, previous trials have The Report of Secretary their livelihood and entrepre- shown that SGLT2 inhibitors General Antonio Guterres on neurship skills. can reduce the risk of heart "Issue of child, early and forced Families suffering from fi- conditions such as heart at- marriage," which covers the nancial instability are more tack, stroke, and heart fail- period from June 2018 to May likely to regard daughters as ure compared with placebo. 2020, said that several States an economic burden, in par- But some of these trials adopted legislative and policy ticular when unable to finance had important limitations, measures to raise the mini- and undertook capacity-build- by the practices. a daughter's education, and making it difficult to inter- mum age of marriage and also ing initiatives to promote more It added that in India, ado- consequently justify their early pret the results, and data put in place comprehensive gender and child-sensitive lescents are involved in the marriage, the report said. PTI on the effects of individual strategies to combat child, health and protection services, "Ladli Samman" campaign, SGLT2 inhibitors on the early and forced marriage. including for girls subjected to which consists of the map- For detailed stories visit heart are limited. IANS The report contains an over- child, early and forced mar- ping of social and economic www.indiapost.com 16 India Post www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020

icknamed as the 'Land of Festivals', states of India. 'Kohima' is the Anglicized name Nagaland is a quaint state in the north given by the British, the original name being N east part of the country and is one of 'Kewhira' derived from the Kewhi flowers the most-loved hill station tourist destinations found in the region. Famous for its ethereal in India. Nagaland is as much about scenic environment and untouched beauty, it is a land beauty as it is about carefully preserved history of folklore passed down through the ages. Situ- and tradition, and a visit to this mesmerizing ated at a height of 1500 meters above the sea state will open up a vista of things you can see level, it is endowed with quaint hills, emerald and do to make your holiday a memorable one. forests and a picturesque landscape. It is the Inhabited by the tribes who are very protective go-to place for all you adventure enthusiasts, as towards their culture and identity, Nagaland is it is ideal for trekking, camping and hiking. another name for beauty and bounty. Kohima was built by the British and is home Colorful costumes, spicy cuisines, pleasant to the Naga and Kulkis tribe who can amaze weather, traditional villages, beautiful dance one with their independence and a mystical forms and lyrical songs are all that define the and colorful culture that surrounds them. northeastern state of Nagaland. Kohima finds its place in history as the site of Nagaland has many places to offer to nature lov- an intense fight with the Japanese, a part of a ers; Japfu Peak, Dzukou Valley, Shilloi Lake are some of 64-daylong battle during the World War II. One the places where people can find nature in its bounty. of the most popular sites here includes the Like the other northeastern states, Nagaland is also Commonwealth War Cemetery which homes rich in culture with a variety of tribes. As all the tribes thousands of soldiers of the World War II. Other have their festivals and ceremonies, Nagaland is al- than that, the city has a lot more to offer to its ways ready to welcome a festival with great joy, and visitors - a museum, zoo, sanctuary, valleys, self- gaiety and food remain as much a part of the cel- governing villages and much more. ebration as the dances and songs. Mokokchung: The most significant urban Naga people eat almost anything that they can center in all of Nagaland after Dimapur and lay their hands on, be it dog, pork, snails or even an Kohima and the home of Ao Naga. The popular elephant and no part of the animal is wasted be it tourist spots in the area include the District the skin or intestine. It shows how much they rel- Museum, the Town main park, (located just ish food and drinks. These jolly, colorful and crafty above the Town Center), Unman village (which people are the soul of the state while nature at- is regarded as the oldest and largest) and the tracts tourists from all over the world. Ao village. www.holidify.com TOURIST PLACES IN NAGALAND Kohima: Kohima is the hilly capital of For detailed story visit Nagaland, which is one of the seven sister www.indiapost.com Desi News

Health impacts of Akshaya Patra climate change in COMMUNITY Foundation ' US and worldwide Families for VIDYA SETHURAMAN Change' India Post News Service ACROSS AMERICA OVID-19 isn't the only crisis virtual gala Ctaking a toll on us this year. Record-breaking heat has October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com India Post 17 Details on page 19 helped fuel the largest wildfire season on record, with more than two million acres already burned. Smoke from the fires ‘Ekal Foundation’ Embarks on has blanketed much of the state, causing some of the worst air quality in the world. a Trailblazing Goal As of Sept. 23, with more than two months left in hurricane season, the Atlantic had already spit out 23 named storms - roughly double its long-term average for an entire season. Details on page 22

Air India Vande Bharat schedule for Oct 20 to March 21 India Post News Service ganization, 'Ekal', as EVF is years has blossomed into in series of concerts and suc- popularly known, also involved healthcare, integrated village cessfully raised almost 80% of RAMESH SOPARAWALA kal Vidyalaya Foundation India Post News Service (EVF)" hosted its annual youths in this conference at development, digitization, the funds through them. every level, under 'Youth Lead- farming research and socio- Until now, Ekal had been te- CHICAGO: Air India an- E'International Confer- ership' program. economic empowerment. naciously eradicating illiteracy nounced addition of a sixth ence' in virtual mode with 600 The seeds of this 'youth ele- From this perspective, the con- by imparting functional lit- flight to their Vande Bharat registrants from USA, Canada, ment' were sowed, in fact, in a ference was a total game- eracy to 2.8 million youngsters flights from Chicago in winter India and Australia. The mul- grand scale event called changer. each year through one-teacher schedule from October 25 tiple agenda-packed gather- "Parivartan Kumbh" (Transfor- This year's Covid-19 schools, computer-equipped 2020 to March 27 2021. ing not only saw and discussed the presentations on what had mation Convention) in clampdown had posed an un- vans, - called 'Ekal-on-Wheels'- been achieved to date, but Lucknow, India in February this precedented challenge to Ekal use of 'tablets' where possible also, the futuristic goals for the year, which was convened spe- for fund-raising, which had and empowering rural folks by holistic development in cifically to assess overall been an essential part of this adult-education & skill-train- 102,000 villages where it has changes brought upon by EVF largest grass-root movement. ing. intrinsic presence. As the to rural India. Although rooted Ekal overcame this hurdle by youths are the future of any or- in education, Ekal in recent motivating its loyal donor-base

This schedule offers the fastest service from Chicago to Delhi with immediate connec- tions to Ahmedabad, Banga- lore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi and Mumbai on all days of the week, except Wednes- days, with a convenient departure time of 12:30 pm.

Details on page 27 18 India Post Community Across America October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Hindu temples reopening in Harare

India Post News Bureau the temple. during these times of confu- years of "community's exist- third largest religion of the arare Two Hindu temples Hindus are full of courage sion and suffering, Rajan Zed. ence in Zimbabwe". world with about 1.1 billion Hin Harare (Zimbabwe), run and generosity. Appealing God Ridgeview Shree Omkar In the pre-COVID-19 times, adherents and moksh (libera- by the Hindoo Society Harare for the common good of all the Mandir will be open daily from HSH had been conducting vari- tion) is its ultimate goal. (HSH), which have been closed local and world communities 06:00 am 07:30 pm, while ous bhajan events, twice- Commending HSH for at- for few months Cameron Street Shree Omkar weekly yoga classes, Hindi les- tempting necessary precau- due to COVID-19, Mandir will be open daily from sons, cultural/social activities; tions and actions to combat have reopened on 07:30 am to noon. Mandir organized daily aarti at both deadly coronavirus and edu- September 26 (Temple) will be disinfected the temples with Havan on cating the community, Rajan 2020 for Darshan. daily by a professional com- Sundays; and offered funeral Zed, President of Universal So- Temperature of pany, per the announcement. assistance for bereaved fami- ciety of Hinduism urged Hin- each person enter- Cameron Street Shree lies; etc.; besides running dus to draw closer to God ing the premises of Omkar Mandir celebrated 90th Mahila Mandal, Shishu Mandal through prayer during COVID- the Hindoo Society anniversary in February 2019, and Yuvak Mandal. HSH has also 19. is being taken and while 25th anniversary of been running various schools- Prayers can include making hands sanitized at Ridgeview Shree Omkar Westridge High School, offerings to ista-devata, chant- the entrance. Mandir was observed in 2017. Westridge Primary School, ing mantras, reading sacred Wearing of HSH "intends to publish a writ- Gujarati School. texts, performing aarti and masks is compul- ten record" of the hundred Hinduism is the oldest and bhajans, doing puja, etc. sory and visitors will be required to give their names Former Chicago Consulate Amb Ausaf and contact numbers at the en- Sayeed's son marries in Chicago trance and abide by the tape de- India Post News Service marcations to ob- CHICAGO: Faateh Sayeed, el- serve social dis- dest son of Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, tancing (minimum Harare Durga temple Hon'ble Ambassador of India to two meters) within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has entered into the wedlock with Asma Ahmed, daughter of Jaleel Ahmed Sageer, on Sep- tember 25 2020, at Carlisle Butterfield Banquet in Lombard, Chicago. The Valima Reception was held on September 26, 2020, at Shalimar Banquets, in, Chicago. ?Faateh, who holds an MBA from DePaul University, is the Dr Ausaf Sayeed and Mrs Ausaf Sayeed welcomed the guests Co-Founder & President at Sivic, a social media platform limited number of Family and and also congratulated Dr. for politics that addresses civic Friends, in view of Covid - 19 Ausaf Sayeed and his family on engagement. Pandemic. The guests blessed the happy occasion. Dr Ausaf The Wedding and Valima Re- the perfect couple profusely Sayeed and Mrs Ausaf Sayeed ceptions were attended by a for their successful married life welcomed the guests. October 2, 2020 Community Across America India Post 19 www.indiapost.com Akshaya Patra Foundation 'Families for Change' virtual gala

India Post News Service Sinha, Chairman & Managing Director of ReNew TAMPA, FL: Akshaya Patra Foundation held its 'Fami- Power, commended Akshaya Patra's efforts to lies for Change' virtual gala. The total funds raised of provide meals and discussed that education $500,000 will provide COVID relief to migrant work- played a significant role in his life to continue to ers, including cooked meals, ration boxes for families, learn and work sincerely to achieve academic and Happiness Kits containing 30 days worth of food, success. hygiene products, and educational supplies to our Famous actress and philanthropist Raveena mid-day meal beneficiaries as well as support mid Tandon joined Vandana in an enlightening discus- day meals for school children when schools reopen sion about growing up in a show biz family, the for the 2020-2021 school year. path to becoming a Bollywood star, and, most no- "The concept of family is built on the foundation of tably, being a mother. Tandon shared how she Seva-unconditional, selfless acts of service. It defines welcomed 30 displaced orphans into her own what Akshaya Patra is about; and how our combined home and sheltered them for over a year. The tal- efforts as individuals and as an organization grant us ented couple - Samir Date and Diplaee Somaiya the opportunity to provide unlimited food for our performed old and new Bollywood favorites children." Vandana Tilak, CEO of Akshaya Patra Foun- throughout the event. dation, stated. "We are so proud of everyone coming The event had over 400 attendees from medi- together to ensure we continue to support our India cal professionals, businesses, nonprofit and phil- team in providing aid and relief to families." anthropic leaders worldwide. Overall the evening Esteemed businessman, Jamshydji Godrej, Chair- was full of lively conversations, timeless man & Managing Director, Godrej & Boyce shared sto- Bollywood Hits, and remarkable moments. For ries from childhood. He shared how education and more information contact:[email protected], skill building are vital for children to be prepared in [email protected], [email protected] or visit - the real world. Next, sustainability expert Sumant foodforeducation.org 20 India Post Community Across America October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Top 5 issues that will determine how 50-plus Americans vote Winners will have to repair the economic, health and social devastation of 2020 DENA BUNIS, AARP GETTY IMAGES ore than in any other elec- President: Whoever is president in tion in recent history, vot- 2021 and will appoint the leadership of ers this November will the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Melect leaders whose deci- Services (CMS), which runs Medicare. sions and actions will directly affect He will also have the power to sign or their lives. This is especially true, ex- veto any legislation that makes changes perts say, as Americans continue to to Medicare - from funding the pro- cope with the coronavirus and the eco- gram to altering how it works and who nomic toll it has taken on the country. is allowed to enroll. "This is the election that hits home," Senators and members of the House says John J. Pitney, professor of politics of Representatives: They oversee Medi- at Claremont McKenna College in Cali- care and enact legislation to make any fornia. "The coronavirus affects every changes to the program's structure and single American. I don't think anybody its funding. A number of lawmakers in this country has been unscathed." have crafted bills to create a "Medicare Older voters are going to be assess- for All" system that would expand the ing candidates largely on this issue, workers age 65 and older than for company to seek relief from a bill they program to younger Americans, but so agrees Robert Blendon, professor of those 25 to 54. couldn't pay, and 39 percent said their far none has been voted on. health policy and political analysis at As employers have moved to open financial situation had gotten worse What voters think While opinions vary the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public the economy, Americans 50-plus are since the coronavirus pandemic began. widely on how to fix the overall U.S. Health. "This election is going to be having to balance their personal health health care system, almost all voters about whether Washington really did all concerns with their need to work. MEDICARE want Medicare to remain strong and that could have been done," he says. Many older people also have had to What's at stake: Ensuring that Medi- consistent; 93 percent of 50-plus voters Public opinion surveys have consis- take on caregiving duties during the care can continue to provide access to say that to win, candidates must talk tently shown that older adults want to pandemic, which means they may not be quality and affordable health care for about what they will do to prevent cuts know where candidates stand on a able to work at their full capacity. older Americans. to the program, according to an AARP range of key issues, among them Medi- The players Where AARP public opinion poll. care, Social Security, the cost of pre- President: stands scription drugs, the economy and long- Whoever is AARP has PRESCRIPTION DRUGS term care. Here's a snapshot of what's president in asked Congress What's at stake: How to reduce what at stake and where AARP stands on 2021 and will set and state law- consumers in the United States have to these topics. the nation's economic agenda and de- makers to take these actions: pay for life-sustaining prescription cide whether to sign legislation Con- • Allow Medicare to negotiate for drugs. THE ECONOMY gress passes and sends to his desk. lower prescription drug prices. Where AARP stands What's at stake: Ensuring that older Senators and members of the House • Make sure benefits are affordable, AARP's Stop Rx Greed campaign calls workers can recover from the eco- of Representatives: They will have over- including premiums and cost sharing. on lawmakers to act on these principles: nomic downturn that the nation has sight over the administration's eco- • Ensure that all people with Medi- • Allow Medicare to negotiate for faced since the pandemic began. nomic policies and the power to pass care have access to enough qualified lower prescription drug prices. Where AARP stands legislation that would help stop age dis- health care providers. • Allow the importation of drugs. • Congress should extend emer- crimination; change the nation's tax • Sustain Medicare for the future by • Increase price transparency. gency unemployment benefits until structure; and provide any added cracking down on waste and fraud. • Speed up the process of getting the pandemic's economic effects end. stimulus payments, federal paid The issue: More than 62 million generic drugs to the marketplace. • Federal and state lawmakers sick and family leave, or en- people 65 and older or with The issue: For many years drug prices should require paid sick and family hanced jobless ben- disabilities are enrolled in have increased at rates far higher than leave benefits for all workers. efits. Medicare. Funding is an inflation. In 2017, for instance, the aver- • State and federal lawmakers Governors and issue: The program's age cost for a year's supply of a single should provide more support, includ- state legislators: trustees estimate prescription drug for someone with a ing tax credits, to family caregivers. These leaders that within six years, chronic illness was over $19,000 - that's • Employers should be monitored can decide Medicare won't be more than some retirees' annual Social and held accountable for not discrimi- whether to enact able to pay full hos- Security retirement benefit. nating against older workers when hir- laws on age dis- pital benefits. The The players ing picks up. crimination or results of President: Whoever is elected presi- The issue: In April the unemploy- paid sick and fam- November's elec- dent and must decide whether to sign ment rate for older workers reached ily leave, and have tions could determine any bills Congress passes to reduce or its highest level since the federal gov- the power to set lev- whether there will be regulate drug prices. His administration ernment began keeping records in els of unemployment in- an overhaul of the nation's could also enact regulations that would 1948, according to Richard Johnson, surance. entire health care system, an allow the importation of lower-cost director of the Program on Retirement What older Americans think expansion of Medicare or a continua- drugs from other countries. Policy at the Urban Institute. Unlike in According to a poll done for AARP tion of the current systems, with poten- past recessions, Johnson says, the job- this spring, 58 percent of Americans tially smaller corrections. For detailed story visit less rate (as of June) was higher for over age 50 had to contact a credit card The players www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 Community Across America India Post 21 www.indiapost.com How to vote in Illinois' 2020 Election: What you need to know KELLY GANSKI llinois officials have expanded vote- tion status. Or you can download a reg- able forms of identification and when drop your ballot on Election Day. by-mail options for November's gen istration application and mail or deliver voters may need to use them. Ieral election, allowing all registered it to your county clerk's office or the How do I know that my absentee voters to safely cast their ballots from Board of Election Commissioners' office. How can I get a mail-in ballot? Are ballot is secure? home: You can also pick up registration pa- there important deadlines? Mail-in absentee ballots have a bar • Any registered voter can request an perwork in person at your county clerk's You can obtain a no-excuse vote-by- code that's unique to each voter. In- application to vote by mail; anyone who office; at some city, village and township mail application on the state's election cluded with your ballot are instructions voted by mail in the state in the last two government offices; and at certain li- information web page. You can also pick to help you track it through the state years will automatically receive an ap- braries, public schools and military re- up an application at your local election election system. You must sign the plication. cruitment offices. office. All mailed applications must be outer envelope included with the bal- • In some locations voters may cast If you register in person, you'll need received by election officials by Oct. 29. lot materials, and a panel of three elec- their ballots early and in person start- two forms of identification, at least one If you choose to submit a request in tion judges will compare that signature ing Sept. 24. New election rules have of which confirms your address. If you person, election officials must receive with the one your local election author- also introduced curbside voting. register by mail, you'll be asked to sub- your paperwork by Nov. 2. Voters who ity has on file. If there are questions • Election Day is now a holiday for all mit the number on your driver's license submit their application for a mail-in about the signature or how the ballot is schools, government offices (except or other state-issued ID. If you don't ballot by Oct. 1 should receive their bal- sealed, the voter will be notified. election authorities) and state universi- have either, you can submit the last four lot by Oct. 6. And a recent law requires collection ties and community colleges. digits of your Social Security number, a Mail-in ballots must be postmarked boxes to be locked and opened only by Here's what else you need to know: copy of a current photo ID, or a copy of by Election Day and received by local election authorities. It also requires the a utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, officials within two weeks of the elec- Illinois State Board of Elections to estab- How do I register to vote? government check or other govern- tion. You can also submit your ballot by lish additional guidelines for the secu- You can register online, by mail or in ment document that confirms your placing it in a secure drop box main- rity of these sites, which will be re- person. Use the state's online voter por- name and address. The Cook County tained by election officials. Contact leased closer to Election Day. tal to register or to check your registra- Clerk's office maintains a list of accept- your election office to find out where to When is Election Day? When are polls open? Tuesday, Nov. 3. Polls are open from 6 How to vote in Michigan's 2020 Election: a.m. to 7 p.m. In some areas, you'll be able to place mail-in ballots in secure drop What you need to know boxes maintained by election officials. MELISSA PREDDY Can I vote before Election Day? ichigan voters have new op ister in person at your city or township How do I know my absentee ballot is Yes, early voting will be available in tions to more safely cast their clerk's office and provide proof of resi- secure? some locations beginning Sept. 24. Voters Mballot amid the coronavirus dency. Acceptable documentation in- Mail-in voting is extremely secure, will be able to cast their ballots at their pandemic - including no-reason absen- cludes a Michigan driver's license or and there is little evidence of fraud. Of- election authority's office and at some tee voting for all - thanks to a 2018 state state ID card, bank statement, current ficials engage in a signature-matching temporary polling places designated by constitutional amendment: utility bill, paycheck or government process when you submit your applica- local officials. A separate round of early • Any registered voter can get a mail- check. After registering, you can fill out tion for a ballot and again when you voting will start on Oct. 19, expanding in absentee ballot and safely cast a vote an absentee ballot on the spot, at the submit your absentee ballot. The signa- early-voting locations in some counties. from home. clerk's office, or you can vote at your ture must match the signature on file. Under new expanded early-voting hours, • You can now register to vote as late polling place on Election Day. You can track your ballot using the polling places will be open from 8:30 a.m. as Election Day. If you're already registered, use the state's voter information portal. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to • In addition, special precautions are state's online information center to up- planned at polling places to safeguard date your information, see a sample bal- When is Election Day? When are polls 5 p.m. on weekends. Use the state's poll- voters and poll workers from COVID-19. lot and find your polling place. open? ing-place locator to determine where you • In September, a judge ruled that Tuesday, Nov. 3. Polls will be open should cast your ballot. election officials must accept ballots How can I get an absentee ballot? Are from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. postmarked by Nov. 2, as long as they there important deadlines? What form of identification do I need arrive within 14 days of Election Day. Now that Michigan is a "no-reason" Can I vote in person before to vote? Here's what else you need to know: absentee voting state, all registered Election Day? If you're already registered and you voters should have received a mail-in Michigan does not have early in-person aren't submitting a change of address, How do I register to vote? ballot application in May. It can also be voting, but voters can cast absentee bal- you won't need an ID. If you're register- You can register online, by mail or in downloaded or picked up from your lots beginning 45 days before Election Day. ing for the first time or you've had an person. Register online through local clerk's office. The absentee ballot The ballots are tabulated on Election Day. address change, you may be asked to Michigan's voter information center be- application can be returned to your submit at least one form of ID that con- fore Oct. 19. The center also has a clerk's office by email, mail, fax or in What form of identification do I need downloadable application you can mail person. to vote? firms your name and current residence. in or hand deliver to your city or town- Absentee ballot requests that are A photo ID is required, such a Michigan A driver's license or state-issued ID card ship clerk's office. If you personally de- mailed in must arrive at your clerk's of- driver's license or Michigan-issued ID is an acceptable form of ID, but you can liver your application, you'll be asked for fice no later than 5 p.m. on Oct. 30. If card, federal or state government-issued find a full list of acceptable IDs, as well a photo ID, like a driver's license or per- you're already registered at your cur- photo ID, U.S. passport, military ID with as info on when you may need to use sonal ID card. If you don't have an ac- rent address, you can request an ab- photo, student ID with photo, or tribal ID one, on the Cook County Clerk's office ceptable form of photo identification, sentee ballot in person at your clerk's card with photo. website. you'll be asked to sign an affidavit. office until 4 p.m. on Nov. 2, the day be- For detailed story visit For detailed story visit From Oct. 20 to Nov. 3, you must reg- fore Election Day. www.indiapost.com www.indiapost.com 22 India Post Community Across America October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Health impacts of climate change in US and worldwide

VIDYA SETHURAMAN the globe and people of color are the known as the "Father of Environmental spree of fires caused by more than India Post News Service hardest-hit by the increasing threat of Justice" and is the author of 18 books, 12,000 lightning strikes in August. In OVID-19 isn't the only crisis taking a climate change. Eminent researchers including "Race, Place and Environ- many ways, the blazes were unprec- Ctoll on us this year. Record-breaking discussed the science of climate mental Justice After Hurricane edented. These kinds of wildfires will heat has helped fuel the change, its impacts on Katrina." He discussed the growing also become very normal and routine largest wildfire season communities of color frequency of storms and hurricanes on if we do not take significant action to on record, with more and low-income the Gulf Coast. A global deadly pan- adapt to climate change and reduce than two million acres people, and possible demic continues to rage out of control greenhouse-gas emissions, said already burned. Smoke policy solutions at the in the U.S., heat waves are setting new Dr.Anthony. It could be that we're go- from the fires has blan- EMS call on .Sep 25. The temperature records, wildfires are ing to see more seasons where we keted much of the unequal impacts of a scorching American Western states, have multiple large wildfires across state, causing some of changing climate have and the hurricane season has already the state of California. In California, a the worst air quality in become extremely made it to the end of the alphabet for prolonged drought over the past de- the world. As of Sept. clear in 2020, so equity naming storms. In all cases, low-in- cade has killed millions of trees, turn- 23, with more than two has come to the fore of come, Black, Latinx, and Indigenous ing them into potent fuel for the fires. months left in hurricane climate conversations communities are Mountain regions season, the Atlantic had in every corner of the bearing a dispropor- that are normally Dr Robert Bullard already spit out 23 country. tionate amount of the cooler and wetter named storms - roughly Dr. Robert Bullard, impacts. "Today, the have dried out more double its long-term average for an en- Distinguished Professor of Urban Plan- scab is off, the ugly rapidly in the sum- tire season. ning and Environmental Policy at Texas reality of injustice is mer, adding to the Low-income communities around Southern University. Dr. Bullard is hitting us up close potential fuel load. and personal, made Climate scientists had more realistic by this forecast that western COVID pandemic," wildfires would grow Bullard said. in size, scale and im- When it comes to pact - but their pre- our climate crisis, dictions are coming Robert Bullard of to fruition faster than Texas Southern Uni- Dr Anthony LeRoy Westerling expected. versity noted that Dr. Rajendra many communities of color are the Shende, Chairman of TERRE Policy Cen- least responsible for the drivers of cli- tre and former director of the United mate change, but are the most vulner- Nations Environmental Program. In able to its adverse effects. The geo- 2007, Dr. Shende and a handful of sci- graphic regions hardest hit by climate entists working with the Intergovern- change issues such as flooding and mental Panel on Climate Change high temperatures align nearly per- shared the Nobel Peace Prize with Al fectly with those regions plagued by Gore. Dr. Shende focused his remarks inequities in health on the global impacts of outcomes, income, climate change on low- education, housing, income people. The glo- and a multitude of bal land and ocean sur- other metrics, and face temperature in Janu- those inequities often ary 2020 was the highest fall along racial and on record for the month at ethnic lines. Overcom- 2.05 degrees Fahrenheit, ing racial injustice is a surpassing a record set in major step in achieving 2016, said NOAA scien- health equity. We need tists. World is facing two and depend upon one disasters - health and cli- another. mate change, said Dr Dr. Anthony LeRoy Dr Rajendra Shende Shende. It is the time to Westerling, Professor get prepared, else it will of Management of Complex Systems, be too late, climate change is real and it's UC Merced. Dr. Westerling discussed here, said Dr.Shende. The climate crisis de- the California wildfires, and the state's mands our immediate action. Slow action increasing vulnerability to the now-an- may be as detrimental as inaction when nual tragedy. California experienced a human lives are on the line. October 2, 2020 Community Across America India Post 23 www.indiapost.com Chat with Dimple Kapadia on 'TENET', films and her future LAKSHMI IYER patience, but please see it on India Post News Service the big screen. It's a amous Bollywood icon, fantabulous film! It's abso- actress Dimple Kapadia, lutely fantastic! He's abso- Fplays a supporting role in lutely brilliant, he's a brilliant the new Christopher Nolan storyteller! Absolutely. film, "TENET". While movie theaters remain closed in many IP: Some audiences are still parts of the world due to the waiting for a chance to see coronavirus pandemic, it is still "TENET" at a theater. What worth waiting to watch it on would you tell them about a the big screen, as Ms. Kapadia couple of unique points says in this interview with In- about this film? dia Post. DP: Well, the USP of a Chris- topher Nolan film is that you India Post (IP): Could you tell need to see it twice or thrice us a bit about your role in TE- to really understand what he NET and how your path is saying because he has these crossed with the director, little gems thrown all across Christopher Nolan? the storyline. You can't possi- Dimple Kapadia (DP): I bly get it in one viewing. think our paths crossed years And the scale is massive. It's and years ago when I first saw been shot all over the world. the film, "The Prestige". And I And the action is unbelievable. was completely stunned and It's unbelievable. And that's all taken aback by it. It's that film I can say. It's a great watch. and I have watched it at least four times. It is the greatest (L-R) John David Washington and Dimple Kapadia in Warner Bros. Pictures' action epic "TENET," a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo Credit: Melinda Sue Gordon IP: What's next for Dimple cinematic experience I have Kapadia? had. And little did I know that, I know - if you really want to come and watch "The Pres- thoughts for the future of DP: Uh...I think I'll have a told my nephew this, I said, you know what cinema is all about, tige". It just takes you into an- film and entertainment? conversation with God be- other world. DP: (Pause) I really don't cause I myself don't know. I And little did I ever know, have any answer for that be- have no clue (laughs) because dream that one day, I would be cause the future is so uncertain my entire life, my entire ca- working with Christopher Nolan. right now. We really don't know reer, it's just… it's strange I It's...a gift from God; it is all I can what's going to happen, where haven't done a damn thing, say! It's fantastic because some- we are going and… I really you know, to sort of bring it one you have looked up to and have no answers for that. But all where it is or whatever it is admired...and to work with I can say that... guys, (this) film today, it's all being guided by them, my God, that was huge! is on a slow rollout and it is ab- Him. I just string along and go That was huge, yeah. solutely worth the wait be- wherever He tells me to go. So cause you can't possibly see yeah, I'll find out very soon. IP: What was the best part this film or understand this (As told to the IWC Group through about working on this film? film on a pirated whom this interview was arranged for DP: Best part about working version...because it is a whole India Post. This recorded interview has on this film was I finally got to cinematic experience and has been slightly edited for publication.) know how one learns their to be seen on the big screen. Images Copyright: © 2020 Warner lines. (Laughs) Can you imag- So I would just request every- Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Re- ine, after being an actor for I one to sort of have just a little served. don't know how many years now... I used to always have problems getting my lines out there. I would sort of fumble with them. And this time, I was hell bent on doing, putting all...putting my best foot forward and seeing to it I am on my best. It may not be the best, but my best. And I tried to do whatever I could.

IP: Considering the extraordinary times we are having Poster of TENET, directed by Christopher Nolan, in theaters now now, what are your hopes and 24 India Post Community Across America October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Journalist Prakash Swamy honored on PM Modi's birthday SURENDRA ULLAL CHICAGO: The 70th birthday Tamil Nadu BJP, Dolphin veteran Tamil actor Radha Ravi, for 20 years before moving from the masses for their celebrations of PM Narendra Sridharan, State Secretary of senior journalist Prakash M back to India. He served as a cause. Modi organized recently by BJP and Paul Kanakaraj, presi- Swamy and broadcast journal- core committee member of Dolphin Sridharan and MN Muslim RashtriyaManch at TN Madison Square Garden Raja congratulated the Mus- Rajarathinam Auditorium, Prime Minister Modi recep- lim RashtriyaManch, a wing of Adyar in Chennai honored tion committee to welcome Rashtriya Swayamsevak three eminent personalities Modi to New York in 2014. He Sangh, for organizing events with Narendra Modi Lifetime was also assigned to help to promote the welfare Achievement awards, and PM conduct AR Rahman's concert schemes of Modi among the Swamy, a journalist at the UN on behalf of India in masses in Tamil Nadu. andfreelance writer for India the year 2016. Ms. Fathima Ali, State Post was one of them. Addressing the gathering, President of Muslim The event marked the Dis- Radha Ravi said most of the Rashtriya Manch in her wel- tribution of provision bags to Muslims in India support come address said several 250 people, giving away Prime Modi for his far-reaching pro- Muslim youth have been at- Minister's Ayushman Bharat gressive measures. Tamil tracted by Modi and are join- Yojana medical insurance poli- Nadu will witness a Modi ing the organization in large cies to 50 needy persons and wave in the 2021 Assembly numbers. She said the honoring three eminent per- P M Swamy seen receiving the award elections. He regretted that awardees were chosen for sonalities with Narendra Modi some film personalities stir their contribution to nation- Lifetime Achievement awards dent of Advocates wing of the ist Jaya Krishnan of Win TV. up unnecessary issues to be alism and promoting unity in celebrations party presented the Modi Life- Prakash Swamy, a journalist, in the limelight knowing very diversity in their chosen MN Raja, vice president of time Achievement Awards to served as UN Correspondent well that there is no support field. Hindu Prayer to open Fort Corona hurts more than lives Worth City Council in Texas THAKAR BASATI BABU TANGEWALA CHICAGO: The sad effects contacted POC (Partners of our Gurdwara Salvation Army help ort Worth TX Hindu prayer "Lead us from the unreal to the Corona had on lives is known Community) in Palatine and Pa- group drop it off. Sikh Senior Fcontaining verses from real, Lead us from darkness to but there is another segment latine Gurdwara Sahib. citizens used to volunteer at world's oldest extant scripture. light, and Lead us from death that normally doesn't get Produce worth thousands of the farm, but this year due to will open the meeting of Fort to immortality." Reciting from much attention. It is the effect dollars is picked up and Corona, they could not. The Worth City Council (Texas) on Bhagavad-Gita, he proposes to it had on farming, especially brought to give-away. Palatine farm has two large green- December 1 2020. urge councilmembers and oth- food pantries and volunteer Gurdwara, uses whatever it houses and beehives. Classes The invocation will be by ers present to keep the welfare farms. can, rest is donated to Salva- are given to people interested. Rajan Zed, the President of Uni- of others always in mind. One tale is of Smart versal Society of Hinduism, oldest Farm in Barrington, a sub- Hinduism, who will and third largest re- urb of Chicago Good recite from Rig- ligion of the world, Sheferd Hospital has do- Veda, the oldest has about 1.1 billion nated 10-acre farm for scripture of the adherents and organic farming where world ; besides moksh (liberation) is volunteers grow pro- lines from its ultimate goal. duce for hospital and Upanishads and There are about food pantries. The Hospi- Bhagavad-Gita three million Hindus tal takes whatever it (Song of the Lord). in USA. needs for its use with the Both these are an- Fort Worth, estab- help of Nutritionist and cient Hindu scrip- lished in 1849 and Dietician, This year, food tures. The start and now 16th-largest pantries declined to ac- end of his prayer city in USA, has been cept produce due to Co- will be with "Om", described as "cul- rona. So volunteers were the mystical syl- tural gateway into devastated and had lable containing the the American West", thousand of dollars universe. "the most typically Texan of all worth of foods ready to Reciting from Texas cities", "blends its cattle be thrown into garbage. Smart Farm produce Gets Well distributed Brahadaranyakopanishad, and oil heritage seamlessly", Navraaz Kaur Basati Rajan plans to say "Asato ma etc. It houses well-known volunteers at the farm. sad gamaya, Tamaso ma Kimbell Art Museum, Water She takes students for volun- tion Army every Saturday For more info, please contact jyotirgamaya, Gardens, etc. Betsy Price and teer hours completion, also along with regular lunch that Thakar Singh Basati at 847736- Mrtyormamrtamgamaya"; David Cooke are Mayor and provides therapy for behavior Gurdwara sends there. 6092 or Navraaz at which he will then interpret as City Manager respectively. and anger management. She The volunteers from [email protected]. October 2, 2020 Community Across America India Post 25 www.indiapost.com Indian American teen creates multicultural organization in light of BLM movement

India Post News Service "He has been working on express their thoughts and had people from more than 11 bate has been so helpful. Ever t's tough to understand how this project for a while and has feelings, and discussions help countries sign up for our con- since I was in middle school, to solve the ongoing con- put a lot of thought into it," create new perspectives. Even ference, and I'm pretty ex- I've been passionate about Iflict that is going on in said Rajeshwari Gadasally, though discrimination and cited," said Kulkarni. various causes, but I felt re- today's world, especially in the Kulkarni's mother. Apparently, prejudice are quite systemic, Kulkarni is also a nationally stricted. My debate experi- U.S. While most of us would Kulkarni had been working on spreading awareness is key," ence has definitely made think there is no true solution, the project for a few months, said Kulkarni. me much more confident one 17 year old thinks other- starting after attending his So far, Only Being You con- in expressing myself and wise. own city's BLM protest. ducts interviews of politicians, my passion for social jus- Suraj Kulkarni, a senior at "I never expected that I professors, and public role tice," said Kulkarni. models, has partnered up with Kulkarni also believes Suraj Kulkarni, a senior at Corvallis High more than 15 nonprofit organi- that going to Corvallis zations worldwide, has its own High School helped School in Corvallis, Oregon, recently created "Only blog that features minority strengthen his confi- Being You", an organization that is dedicated to student voices (available at dence. "Going to CHS and empowering minority voices through onlybeingyou.org), and holds being surrounded by conferences to give students amazing teachers, staff, discussions and writing opportunities to connect with and students really others from all around the helped me feel better Corvallis High School in would receive this much sup- globe, and share their own ex- about myself," said Corvallis, Oregon, recently cre- port from others, and I am so periences with each other. Kulkarni. ated "Only Being You", an orga- grateful that people love it," "We are really excited to Kulkarni's dream for nization that is dedicated to Kulkarni said. According to hold our first ever Awareness Only Being You is that it empowering minority voices Kulkarni, the only way to effec- Conference. The conference keeps expanding and through discussions and writ- tively help eliminate discrimi- acts as a platform for students Suraj Kulkarni helps others become bet- ing. The Indian American teen natory tensions is through to share their own experiences ter allies. "I really hope launched the organization in awareness. "A lot of people un- with other students from all qualified debater, and thinks that I can do bigger things July, and is quite pleased with derestimate the power of writ- around the world as well as to his experience in debate has with Only Being You and help the enthusiastic support that ing and discussing; writing al- learn more about different helped increase his passion for more people speak out when he has received. lows people to authentically backgrounds. So far, we have social justice. "Speech and De- I'm in college," Kulkarni said. Urgent need to fight virus deadlier than Covid-19 BHAMY V. SHENOY

ow many have heard While the US is fighting During the Civil War the wings of Trump by giving a are many other underlying of a virus deadlier Covid-19 along with other na- majority to democrats in the factors, which are never dis- Hthan Covid-19 that tions, this peculiar Divisive Ha- era, Lincoln had warned House gave a false sense of cussed by the mainstream has become virulent in re- tred (DH) virus has shaken the that "a house divided confidence. However, the Re- media. One significant fac- cent years? If not destroyed democratic foundations of the against itself cannot publicans increasing their ma- tor is the DH virus, which has or at least controlled, it will US. When Trump was elected jority in the senate should have never been mentioned, eat into the vitals of the US. as President in the US., most stand". Unfortunately been a red flag to go after the though the worsening crisis It can inflict devastation people, including Trump him- the US has started on DH virus. has often been attributed to worse than any calamity we self were stunned. Unfortu- Recent polls also are not the leadership style of have faced since the Civil nately no one diagnosed the this path without our helpful in diagnosing the DH Trump. Some have sug- War. actual problem. realization virus. All of them predict gested the pandemic and During the Civil War era, A simplistic explanation was Biden's victory in the election. Trump referring to it as 'Chi- Lincoln had warned that "a given for his victory. Many vot- If the psephologists had di- Hundreds of thoughtful ar- nese virus' as one of the fac- house divided against itself ers leaning towards the Demo- agnosed the disease caused by ticles by eminent writers have tors. cannot stand". Unfortunately cratic Party were very confi- the fast spreading DH virus, we failed to analyze the worsen- A recent New York Times the US has started on this dent of Trump's defeat and did would not be where we are to- ing violent crimes in the cities article by Thomas Friedman, path without our realization. not bother to vote. It was the day. The 2018 mid-term elec- and shocking killings of " Who can win America's We are being divided into fault of the Electoral College. If tion further delayed diagnos- George Floyd in Minneapolis, politics of humiliation?", and two groups by this unrecog- only more voters had taken the ing the disease, identifying the Minnesota, Breonna Taylor in a book, Rage by Bob Wood- nized virus and Trump has trouble to vote in the battle DH virus and developing the Louisville, Kentucky, and Jacob ward give some ideas on di- become the major carrier ground states of Michigan, vaccine. Democrats were able Blake in Kenosha. Wisconsin. agnosing the DH virus. and spreader of this deadly Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, to get back the House of Rep- While racism is certainly one For detailed story visit virus. Trump would have lost. resentatives. Voters clipping of the obvious factors, there www.indiapost.com 26 India Post Community Across America October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com

Ahmed). The league MC, Sufiyan UCL T20 night tournament cricket: Dukanwala and all who supported the league. Adil Azeem (UCL president) humbly requested all cricket lovers to Final Anjuman vs Chicago Tornado support cricket in Chicago. The sponsors for the UCL night tour- India Post News Service people who lost their lives due to won the toss and decided to field first. nament were First Savings Bank, Pepsi, CHICAGO: UCL T20 night tournament Covid-19. The prize distribution cer- Anjuman scored 215 in the first inning. Happy Mortgage, Devon Discount Phar- was held for the first time at Skokie emony was held later. Dinner was Initially Anjuman lost a few wickets macy, Air Tour Travels, Patel Brothers, Sports Park Cricket ground. Guests served by the organizers. early. Then Ahsan Syed and Ayaz Patel Sabri Nahari and MP jewelers. present were Akhter Masood Chick, United cricket league night tourna- played an extraordinary inning. Then Adil Azeem was thankful to the man- former Pakistani Cricket player, Dr. ment closing ceremony was held on 24 the Chicago Tornado came to chase 216 agement. Ayaz Patel (UCL web de- Husnain from Michigan, Syed Mushtaq September 2020 at Skokie Sports Park runs. Viral Patel bowled extraordi- Hussain, SyedIqbal, Faheem, Anwar Ul district cricket ground. Final match was narily and has done an extraordi- Haq. Iftikhar Shareef and Mohammed Rafi. played between Anjuman vs. Chicago nary job in bowling too. He took six Syed Mushtaq Hussain started his Tornado. wickets. Viral Patel was man of the speech with a minute's silence for Chicago tornado captain Jaimin Patel match. Ayaz Patel was the man of the series. The Chicago Tornado collapsed early unfortunately them All out for 106. At the end both the teams have shown sportsmanship. Cricket lovers came to support the cricket final match in the ground. Anjuman (winning team) Crowd was a huge presence in the ground. signer), Ahsan Syed (scheduler), Sufiyan Adil Azeem (UCL president) in his Dukaanwala (UCL Manager), Javed Patel thank you address, thanked all the (league Advisor), Ather Syed (league teams who participated in UCL Night Advisor), Mohammed Afroz (league Ad- tournament, umpires (Shabbir Patel, visor), Syed Ahmed (league Advisor), Iftikhar Shareef (Guest of Honor), Ayaz Patel (Anjuman team Captain) and Adil Azeem (UCL president) Farhan Hashmi, Hanif Patel and Shaik Shaik Ahmed (league Advisor).

‘Ekal Foundation’ Embarks on a Trailblazing Goal

Cont’d from page 17 A new initiative, called 'GRANE' lifestyle. based rural India, Ekal has floated a fleet (Gramotthan Atma-Nirbharata for Ekal), This year, youth connected to Ekal- of 'Kathakars' (storytellers of India's cul- Starting 2021, having fulfilled the was also introduces to bring E-com- USA played an important role during the tural identity and heritage) to reach out noble assignment given by the Hon. PM merce activity to the villages so as to corona pandemic. They, not only, kept to the lowest strata of the society. From Modi to establish 100,000 schools in vil- avail villagers with new economic op- the home-bound school children en- current strength of 1000 such 'Kathakars', lages, two years in advance, Ekal set up portunities. There is a plan to accomplish gaged through their DIY (Do-It-Yourself) the plans are under way to double that a new trailblazing agenda for the next 5 this by rewarding farmers, empowering educational campaign, but also, raised number by 2025. years. In essence, Bajarang Bagra, CEO of village women and providing necessary donation through this effort. In last few The price tag for this 5-year wish list is 'Ekal Abhiyan' (umbrella organization of tools to the ground team. The confer- years, 'Arogya (Health) Foundation of In- estimated to be $80 Million and Ekal-USA all 'Ekal' satellite-divisions) proposed to ence also resolved to plant 10 Million dia' had been a force to reckon with in has been challenged to bear at least 1/3 keep 102,000 school tallies 'as is' and trees in next 5 years. There were some rural healthcare. Their Medical-camps, of that amount. Touching on this ambi- embark on a transformative 'roadmap' breakout parallel discussions too. Youths initiatives for Anemia control, child & tious budget Suresh Iyer, President of that would revolutionize rural life in all Ekal-USA and his 'Board' resolved to mas- its aspects. This year, youth connected to Ekal-USA played an ter 'grant- writing' efforts to court phil- Among the primary goals adopted by important role during the corona pandemic. They, not only, kept anthropic 'Foundations' & 'Corporate- the delegates were to increase - 'Ekal On Wings' for specific ventures. As a success- Wheels' vans from current 25 to 85; 'Inte- the home-bound school children engaged through their DIY ful technocrat, he wants to introduce grated Village Clusters' (30 villages each) (Do-It-Yourself) educational campaign, but also, raised 'Technology' at every possible level to from current 12 to 51; 'Skill Development donation through this effort streamline accountability and progress Centers' from current 33 to 100; of all projects. While doing this phenom- 'Gramotthan Resource Centers' (GRC) enal work, the importance of public-re- from current 16 to 27; 'Telemedicine' from schools and colleges had brain- women health-practices and Herbal- lation, its exposure in the Media and the from current 120 villages to 6,000 vil- storming sessions of their own under the medicine &'Telemedicine' have found 'reach-out' aspect within the Indian lages and 'Intensive Health Care' from auspices of 'Ekal Youth Leaders' to formu- wide spread acceptance. Now, for oph- diaspora, wasn't lost on the participants. current 1,200 villages to 6,000 villages. late their own initiatives. The initiatives thalmic care, there are plans to deploy The conference applauded all the efforts In addition, the most ambitious project include getting connected to youths in numerous mobile-clinic vans, called 'Eye- of the 'Media Teams'. that Ekal wants to push forward is that of schools & colleges, visiting Ekal villages, Van'. Hon. PM Modi has said that, "no The conference was a splendid ex- 'E-Shiksha' or digital education. It wants starting activities in slum-areas, raising education in the world can succeed by ample of the 'multi-model connectivity' to spread it from current 1,200 villages funds every which way possible, pro- giving up its culture and values". There- that Hon. PM Modi floated in his Aug. to 100,000 villages by Yr. 2025. moting ecological aspect and healthy fore, to prepare self-reliant and value- 15, 2020 address to the nation. October 2, 2020 Community Across America India Post 27 www.indiapost.com The effects of the Coronavirus Pandemic on student learning ANIKA KHURANA he Coronavirus pan- cation. Although online learning learning, distance learning their homes, keeping them few examples of social gestures demic, or COVID-19, has is not a novel concept, the virus does not provide the needed from important social interac- that help a student cope with T revolutionized the edu- acted as a catalyst, forcing discipline for successful and ef- tions that encourage learning. stress. Social interactions ap- cational system and its delivery learners and educators to ficient learning. Through tradi- The absence of hands-on expe- propriately address pressure to students across the world. adopt distance learning. Al- tional learning, an educator can riences such as field trips, lab and provide motivation to stu- The airborne disease transmits most overnight, the education easily identify a student's atten- work, and group assignments, dents, which is not accessible deadly droplets through close systems scrambled to transition tiveness and assess their teach- are missed by students nega- though remote education. completely to online dis- ing methods to ensure constant tively impacting their learning The COVID-19 continues to tance learning with little growth in a learner's progress. and growth. A nod in the hall- reveal new layers of inequity time to plan and no clarity of In remote learning, however, it way, a wave in the cafeteria, or within societies. Although ev- what will happen next. is difficult to keep an eye on a a smile in the locker room are a ery learner has been negatively Teachers and students who affected by this sudden adjust- are used to interactive Almost overnight, the education systems ment to remote learning, cer- courses have begun to re- tain populations of students vise the curriculum and their scrambled to transition completely to online have been particularly affected learning methods to adapt distance learning with little time to plan and no by the transition to remote to the new remote condi- learning. tions. The spiraling crisis has clarity of what will happen next For detailed story visit overwhelmed every aspect www.indiapost.com of the teaching world. I am a junior at Irvington large number of students in a High School in Fremont, CA class on a screen. There are a and am sharing some ex- multitude of distractions, inter- Air India Vande Bharat schedule cerpts from my research pa- rupting the class flow and cre- Anika Khurana per written on the effects of ating challenges to teach. Dis- for Oct 20 to March 21 the Coronavirus pandemic tance learning does not allow contact between people. Con- on student learning. This paper for the same student-teacher RAMESH SOPARAWALA https:// sequently, social distancing has compares traditional and online and student-student relation- India Post News Service repat.videshapps.gov.in/ been enforced by governments learning and the effects they ships as it was in the classroom CHICAGO: Air India an- regisand submit online Self- across the world, leading to have on social interactions, mo- environment. nounced addition of a sixth Reporting Form on web school shutdowns and an im- tivation, and stress on students. 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India Post News Service nection with the land of North America. people, whether it's joy or pain, wher- Sadhguru began his journey on McMinnville, TN: Does the legacy of a "I was drawn to this place not for its ever they sit and stand, it sticks around." Mahalaya Amavasya, an auspicious day land have an influence on its people? beauty but more for its pain. In 1999, I Sadhguru's month-long trail begin- of ancestral remembrance. Originating How does human suffering of centuries was at the Center Hill Lake and I hap- ning September 15, 2020 is an attempt at the Isha Institute of Inner-sciences, past impact the present and the future? pened to encounter a frozen spirit, to delve deeper into an Indigenous cul- Sadhguru's journey will take him Uncomfortable questions that few bleeding with pain. And it was then I tural mosaic that has captured the through Cherokee lands, Comanche would attempt to answer - unless of started noticing how there's such a imagination of people not just in country and the Mighty Mississippi course you are a Mystic with a deep deep sense of pain in America but the world passing through the states of Illinois, understanding of Life and how this Liv- many parts of this over, for centuries. Missouri, New Mexico, Colorado and cir- ing Planet is a constant interplay of in- land, which whether Though there are a cling back to Tennessee. People around fluences on everything it nurtures. we are conscious of it large number of cul- the world can tune into Sadhguru mo- In a 6,000-mile journey that will ex- or not, will play out in tural beliefs and prac- bile app for all the exclusive updates plore both the internal and external human lives. Untold tices, a common Na- from this mystical journey. landscapes of the United States, suffering will simply tive worldview is that According to the US Census Bureau, Sadhguru will ride from Tennessee happen without any the cosmos and Earth 1.5% of the American population com- through over 15 states to explore the reason," said are a living womb that prises Native Americans and Native Alas- history, culture and modern lives of Na- Sadhguru, who estab- sustains all things, all kans - an estimated 4.5 million people. tive Americans. 'Of Motorcycles and a lished the Isha Insti- life is animated by a To follow along with Sadhguru down- Mystic' is an exploration of the Indig- tute of Inner-sciences great spiritual force load the Sadhguru App, or follow on So- enous legacy of the Americas and the on the spectacular and human beings are cial Media at: Twitter: https:// five hundred years since the arrival of Cumberland Plateau, responsible for taking twitter.com/SadhguruJV ;Instagram: European explorers in the 15th century. the ancestral land of care of and respecting https://www.instagram.com/ While they faced historical destruction the Cherokee Nation. all of creation. They sadhguru/ ; Facebook: https:// and dislocation, America welcomed the "It's much later that I came to know have an intimate connection with the www.facebook.com/sadhguru/ world to her shores, scripting a national historically this is known as the Trail of land, the elements and natural forces. Isha USA -- Twitter: https:// destiny of innovation, adventure and Tears," he said referring to the region. Sadhguru's trail will explore some of the twitter.com/IshaUSA ;Instagram: https:/ commerce as the country focused on "Like we have witnessed in many places, similarity between Indian and Native /www.instagram.com/isha_usa/ ; robust nation building. those who are in tune with what's American mysticism, both of which are Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Sadhguru revealed his profound con- around them, the quality of those deeply rooted in the elements. IshaUSA/

Why Asian Americans should care about the early Census deadline KATHAY FENG live in San Gabriel, CA, where more In America, that starts with the 2020 and where to allocate your tax dollars. The simplest and bravest act you than half the people were born Census. Have you answered the 2020 Whether government investment can take for your family and commu- Ioutside of the US. My neighbors in- Census yet? If you care about good comes back to your community in the nity is to fill out the census form. Not clude families who immigrated from schools, small business loans, and form of school support, or fire trucks, or sure where to start? There are three Taiwan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand enough equipment for our hospitals, small business loans depends on an ac- ways to respond: and China. When my daughter went please answer the 2020 Census. curate count of how many people are in Go online and fill out to elementary school, so many par- Here's what you need to know: ev- your community. More than $1.5 trillion my2020census.gov ents were newcomers - but not a eryone needs to fill out the census. Even in federal resources comes from cen- Fill out the paper form. You will single person in the front office spoke if you are a non- citizen…It's private. sus-derived statistics. get a form by mail from the Census their languages. I was born in the US, And It matters. In California, if immi- There have been a lot of politics Bureau if you have not responded so a lot of moms shared their frustra- grants don't complete the Census, we played with the census this year, and yet. tions with me and asked for help. may lose a seat in Congress, we may some political leaders want to remove Call the Census Bureau at 844-330- In America, numbers matter. How lose money for our schools and hospi- immigrants from the census count. But 2020 (English); many parents are newcomers? 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Presidents our nation. The census is how we push speaks Vietnamese, staff who speak The census is important for so many Reagan, Carter, Bush I and II and Obama back against the "divide and conquer" Chinese, and we celebrate Lunar New different reasons, it is about making all stood up for the principle that the tactics of partisan extremists, and Year. We made those changes by sure your voice is valued. Government census counts all people, regardless of how we live up to the final words of speaking up and showing our num- uses census numbers to know how our immigration status. We must raise our national anthem, "the land of the bers. many people live in your community our voices now, and say, We Count! Free and the Home of the Brave." October 2, 2020 Punjab Post India Post 29 www.indiapost.com Complete Bandh in Phagwara, Punjabi singers and film stars join farmers start sit-in on NH1 'rasta roko' agitation farmers' protest against farm Bills JASWANT SINGH GANDAM / RAMAN NEHRA India Post News Service JASWANT SINGH GANDAM / RAMAN NEHRA but also performed/spoke there, regaling protesters India Post News Service with their choicest numbers, including the ones re- PHAGWARA: Punjab Bandh, called by 31 Kisan PHAGWARA: For the first time in the history of lated to farm Bills. bodies and supported by 50 farm-related organi- Punjab, a large number of Punjabi singers and film Those who participated in the protest included se- zations, evoked complete response in Phagwara stars openly sided with farmers agitation and took nior / new singers like Harbhajan Mann, Tarsem Jassar, on 25 September. part in road blockades against farm Bills on 25 Sep- Kanwar Grewal, Jas Bajwa, Preet Harpal, Guru Besides commercial and business establish- Randhawa, Sippty Gill, Deep Sidhu, Mangi Mahal, Sidhu ments, even chemist shops remained closed, while Mussewala, Firoz Khan, Haraf Cheema, Harjit Harman, fruit and vegetable vendors, other 'rehriwalas' Kulwinder Billa, Ranjit Bawa, Shivjot, Avkash Mann, (cart-pushers) and public/private transport re- R.Nait, Amrit Mann, Korala Mann, Gurwinder Brar, Buta mained off roads. Mohammed, Satti Khokhowalia, Singh Harjot & Rai Bazaars and roads wore a desolate look due to Jujhar. shutdown. Striking an instant rapport with protesters, Kanwar Farmers blocked traffic on state and national highways at over 150 sites in Punjab. Meanwhile Bharatiya Kisan Union (Doaba) began a 'rasta roko' (road blockade) here at 11 am by a huge sit-in on National Highway 1 near Sugar Mill crossing with over ten thousand farmers, supported by traders, commission agents (arhtiyas), shop keepers, mandi workers, laborers, various political parties (barring BJP-SAD), social and religious organizations, Dalits and a large number of youth taking part in it.

Popular Punjabi singers and film stars Harbhajan Mann,Tarsem A new age craze Sidhu Mussewala is performing at Mansa protest Jassar,Ranjit Bawa and others join a sit-in at Nabha by farmers site with Amrit Mann and other artists protesting against farm Bills Grewal, Jas Bajwa, Preet Harpal, Guru Randhawa, Sippy tember. Gill, Deep Sidhu, Haraf Cheema participated and per- Adding color and glamour to the protest, these ce- formed at Shambhu barrier sit-in. lebrities became cynosure of all eyes, particularly Bajwa and Harpal sang songs specially penned youths, who were drawn to protest sites as flies are down about anti-farmers Bills. drawn to sweets. For detailed story visit These celebrities not only squatted at dharna sites www.indiapost.com

BKU (D) Gen. Secy. Satnam Singh Sahni addressing a mammoth rally of protesting farmers during traffic In a unique protest against farm Bills blockade in Phagwara JASWANT SINGH GANDAM / RAMAN NEHRA its onward presentation to PM Narendra Modi Even some women participated in the dharna India Post News Service through the central minister.Phagwara SP Manwinder that continued till 4 pm. PHAGWARA: In a unique protest against farm Bills, Singh was also present. Protesters sported black bands on their turbans Congress activists, led by Dr Raj or shoulders on the occasion. Kumar Chabbewal, ruling party MLA Various religious leaders, including Sant Gurnam from Chabbewal, on 26 September Singh of Langranwale, Sant Mohinderpal Pandwa, presented a bottle of farmers' blood Chairman Guru Ravidas Sant Samaj Sampardai, to authorities for sending it to PM 'dhadis' (Sikh ballad singers), Punjabi singers also Narendra Modi who they said had joined it. sucked blood of farmers by Sant Mohinderpal, a towering religious leader steamrolling anti-farmers agri-Bills in of Dalit community, declared support of 300 deras Parliament. to farmers amid chanting of religious slogans. 'Kisanan da khoon' (farmers' Congress MLA Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal, Punjab blood) was written in Punjabi on the Agro Industries Corporation Chairman and former bottle. - Chabbewal MLA Dr Raj Kumar Chabbewal, Phagwara MLA Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal, Punjab state Agro-Industries Corporation Chairman and former Punjab minister Joginder Punjab minister Joginder Singh Mann, BSP, SAD (A) Joined by Phagwara MLA and other leaders took part in protest. Singh Mann presenting a bottle of farmers' blood and a memorandum to ADC Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal and Punjab Phagwara, Rajiv Verma for its onward submission to PM Narendra Modi. Congress activists, led by Dhaliwal, first held a state Agro-Industries Corporation Phagwara SP Manwinder Singh is also seen protest in grain market and then joined farmers' Chairman and former Punjab minister Joginder Singh A memorandum, addressed to Modi, was also pre- protest. Mann, Chabbewal presented it to Additional Deputy sented to ADC for its onward submission. For detailed story visit www.indiapost.com Commissioner (ADC) Rajiv Verma for handing it over to Hoshiarpur MP cum Union minister Som Parkash for For detailed story visit www.indiapost.com In Brief The technology companies depend on Migrant women to no longer see it to hire tens of doctor accused Immigration thousands of employees each year HOUSTON: Immigration authorities have stopped send- from countries like ing detained women to a rural India and China Georgia gynecologist accused 30 India Post www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 of performing surgeries without consent, a government spokesman stated. Dr. Mahendra Amin faces al- US announces USD 150 million for H-1B legations that he administered hysterectomies and other pro- cedures that women held at One Workforce training program the Irwin County Detention Center didn't seek or fully un- WASHINGTON: The US will forced many education and strategies, leveraging innova- The training models will in- derstand. Amin has seen at invest USD 150 million in train- training providers and em- tive modes of training delivery, clude a broad range of class- least 60 detained women, said ing for middle-to-high-skilled ployers to rethink how to de- including online, distance and room and on-the-job training, Andrew Free, a lawyer working H-1B occupations in key sec- liver training, the department other technology-enabled customized training, incum- with other attorneys to investors, including in information said in a statement. learning. bent worker training, regis- tigate medical care at Irwin technology, which employs In this grant program, the Through local public-private tered apprenticeship pro- County. tens of thousands of Indian department's Employment partnerships, the grantees will grams and industry-recog- Bryan Cox, a spokesman for professionals. nized apprenticeship pro- U.S. Immigration and Customs The H-1B visa is a non-immi- grams. Enforcement, confirmed that grant visa that allows US com- "The US Department of La- Amin would no longer see pa- panies to employ foreign bor is challenging communi- tients from the detention cen- workers in specialty occupa- ties to think as 'One ter, but declined to comment tions that require theoretical Workforce'," Assistant Secre- further, citing an ongoing in- or technical expertise. tary for Employment and Train- vestigation by the Department The technology companies ing John Pallasch said. of Homeland Security's inspec- depend on it to hire tens of "In the current job environ- tor general. thousands of employees each ment, it is critical that local or- The Irwin County Hospital is- year from countries like India ganizations work as one, in- sued a statement defending and China. stead of independent parts of Amin, saying he ``is a long-time According to the Depart- a process. Our goal is to create member of the Irwin County ment of Labor, prominent seamless community partner- Hospital medical staff and has among these sectors are infor- and Training Administration deploy training to provide in- ships to build career pathways been in good standing for the mation technology, cyber-se- has set out to streamline fund- dividuals in their communities for local job seekers to enter entirety of his service to the curity, advanced manufacturing and resources to encour- with skills necessary to ad- middle-to-high-skilled occupa- Irwin County community.'' ing, transportation, wherein age a more integrated vance career pathways to em- tions in the cyber-security, ad- The statement did not ad- the H-1B One Workforce grant workforce system that will ployment in middle-to-high- vanced manufacturing and dress Amin's role as chief ex- program would be used to up- push the applicants to provide skilled H-1B occupations within transportation sectors," he ecutive of MGA Health Man- skill the present workforce and an innovative mix of training key industry sectors. said. PTI agement, a company that be- train a new generation of work- gan managing the Irwin ers to grow the future County Hospital in 1996, ac- workforce. cording to the hospital's The coronavirus pandemic Biden campaign seeks support from website. AP has not only caused disruptions in the labor market, but also Hindu Americans PRADEEP ROY-SINGH WASHINGTON: Contend- A Biden administration conversation with India. ing that the vote of Hindu would always work to have a Conversations will hap- B.A. LL.B. M.B.A. J.D. Americans will be an essen- constructive and positive rela- pen with a sense of regard Attorney-at-Law tial part of Democrats' elec- tionship with India, and by ex- and respect, Biswal said dur- Former Assistant States Attorney toral success, prominent tension, with Hindu Americans ing the virtual event that fea- community members, in- who identify strongly with tured high-ranking Obama- 1 Civil & Criminal Litigation cluding those who have their Indian identities, Nisha Biden administration alumni 1 Felonies, Misdemeanors, Inc DUI worked with former US vice Biswal, former assistant secre- including Arun Kumar, 1 Personal Injury, Business, Divorce etc. president Joe Biden, have tary of state for south and cen- former assistant secretary of 1 Property Tax for Commercial Properties said that a Biden adminis- tral Asia, said during a Dharma commerce and Nishit tration would always work of Voting event by Hindu Acharya, former director of http://www.proy-singh.com to have a constructive and Americans for Biden and South innovation and entrepre- positive relationship with Asians for Biden. neurship. PTI 2335 W. Devon Ave., Suite 204, India based on trust and In a Biden administration, For detailed story visit Chicago, IL 60659 Tel: 773-381-1820 conversation. there will always be trust and www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 Immigration Post India Post 31 www.indiapost.com Indian Americans have powered India has asked Pak to ensure minority economic growth of US: Biden communities' security WASHINGTON: Indian Americans, with their hard Highly appreciative of the cultural, social and fam- work and entrepreneurship, have powered the eco- ily values of Indian Americans, Biden said that is why NEW DELHI: India lodged a strong protest with nomic growth of the United States and helped forge he values the Indian American Diaspora so much. Pakistan over the abduction of a Sikh girl in that cultural dynamism in the country, Democratic presi- Seema Sadanandan, a senior policy adviser to the country and has conveyed to Islamabad that it dential candidate and former vice president Joe Biden campaign, opened the fundraiser and asked Dr Vivek should take all steps for ensuring the security of has stated. Murthy, former surgeon general, to start off by talking minority communities, the Ministry of External Addressing a national virtual fundraiser organized about his relationship with Biden. Family was the main Affairs said on Thursday (24 September). by Indian Americans, Biden assured the community theme of the conversation with a few references Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson members and the mega donors that as a Anurag Srivastava said there was a lot of anger president, he would address their con- and concern among the Sikh community over the cerns with regard to H-1B visa and legal abduction of the Sikh girl in Pakistan and the com- immigrants that attract the best and the munity had made a representation to the minis- brightest to the US. try over the issue. "The ministry lodged a strong Think about what this community has protest by summoning a senior (Pakistani) diplo- done for the country, he said. Entrepre- mat and gave a note verbale. This is not the first neurs running businesses around the incident and such incidents have happened in the country and around the world, innovators past as well," Srivastava said. who make the foundation for Silicon Valley "There are some reports that the girl has been and lead some of the most influential com- released. We have told the Pakistan government panies in the world come from the com- that they should take all steps for ensuring the munity, the former vice president said. security of the minority communities," he said at "You have helped forge an economic an online briefing. and cultural dynamism in this country. That According to reports, the Sikh girl was ab- is a continuation of who we are, we are a ducted from Panja Sahib region of Punjab prov- nation of immigrants," Biden said. ince recently. Hitting out at President Donald Trump, Last month also, India raised with Pakistan the he said all the harmful actions on H-1B, ra- incident of a Sikh girl being forcibly converted to cial injustice or climate crisis are a com- Islam in Punjab province. mon threat. "This president makes things To another question about India's charge worse, not better," Biden added. d'affaires-designate not being granted visa by Pakistan, Srivastava said the Pakistani side had It makes parents wonder whether their Joe Biden kids will have the kind of future they some reservations about India's CDA-designate, dreamed of when they came here, he said. thrown in about Indian food. and added that this was an "administrative issue" "As president, I promise I am going to draw on the "Joe Biden is the kind of guy I would love to bring which the ministry was handling. best, not the worst, beat this pandemic and build the home to have dinner with my mom and dad," Murthy On the Kulbhushan Jadhav case, Srivastava said economy back, help our kids get a good education said in his opening remarks, adding that some home- all efforts were being made to ensure his safe re- and make sure healthcare is a right not a privilege, made masala dosa would be served. turn to India. Asked about Turkey raising Kashmir at and build an immigration system that powers our "He is authentic. He is real. And he says what he the UN, Srivastava said, "You would have seen the economy and reflects our values," Biden said. thinks and that is something I really love about him. He right of reply exercised by our Permanent Mission "We do not talk enough about how the Indian Ameri- says what is on his mind. He is honest and true," he said. in New York where we have stated inter alia that the remarks of the President of Republic of Turkey on can community has powered our economic growth," Biden, Murthy said, is a man who generally meets the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir the former vice president said in his address to the vir- with his values and those values are reliably centered constitute a gross interference in India's internal af- tual fundraiser, which according to his spokesperson around generosity and community. "It is who he is," fairs and are completely unacceptable. PTI Remi Yamamoto was attended by 268 people. Murthy said. PTI Trump admin proposes fixed time limit for students', researchers', journalists' visas

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has pro- searchers visa) nonimmigrants would be admitted education environment and properly enforcing and posed a fixed time limit on visas of students, research- into the US for a period up to the end date of their strengthening the US immigration laws, Senior Offi- ers and foreign journalists in the United States, noting program, not to exceed four years. cial Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary that it is concerned about the liberal existing visa pro- Foreign nationals from countries associated with Ken Cuccinelli said. gram being abused and a potential for increased risk high visa overstay rates (rates greater than 10 per The duration of stay can be reduced to a maximum to national security. cent for student and exchange visitors) will be limited of two years of authorized stay in the US if the foreign The proposal scheduled to be notified in the Fed- to up to a two-year fixed period of stay to increase national is either born or has the citizenship of a coun- eral Register the next day, is not country-specific, but monitoring, deter immigration violations and try that is on the State Sponsors of Terrorism list. has been brought in view of the abuse of the existing incentivize a timely departure, the Department of Separately, the DHS has proposed initially admitting loopholes in the system by China. In all the three cat- Homeland Security (DHS) said. most 'I' nonimmigrants for a period of time necessary egories of foreign students, researchers and journal- Amending the relevant regulations is critical in im- to complete the planned activities or assignments ists, those from China have benefitted the most. proving the program oversight mechanisms, prevent- consistent with the 'I' classification, not to exceed 240 Under the proposed rule, 'F' (students visa) or 'J' (re- ing foreign adversaries from exploiting the country's days. PTI Realty Tidbits Realty majors offer possession, sector gets a push Govt providing NEW DELHI: Indian real estate sector is witnessing re- financial help to newed interest being shown by the end-users as they build 'pucca house' Real Estate are swarming the sites to get hold of real estate assets. The realtors, too, are working hard to ensure that ASHOK NAGAR: With an aim deliveries stay on time even after they faced to eliminate all mud-brick hurdles because of the COVID-19 situation. Just a houses from Madhya Pradesh few months since the Unlock, many realtors have by 2023, Chief Minister Shivraj already given possessions, and some have an- Singh Chouhan said that finan- 32 India Post www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020 nounced delivery dates. ANI/NewsVoir cial help is being provided to people for building 'pucca houses' by the government under various housing schemes. US homes sales rise 2.4% in August "No house will remain Kutcha in the next three years SILVER SPRING, Md.: Sales of has slowed significantly after snatching them off the market staying put. The number of prop- in the state, financial help is existing homes rose 2.4% in Au- back-to-back months of more at faster every month, espe- erty listings for sale in August was being given to building pucca gust to its highest level since than 20% gains, it's the third cially with interest rates set- 1.49 million units, a decline of house by the government un- 2006 as the housing market re- straight monthly gain after big, tling at historic lows under 3%. 18.6% from this time last year. der the housing schemes," a covers from a widespread shut- consecutive declines in March, Properties remained on the Many economists fear the government statement down in the spring brought on April and May. market for 22 days in August, lack of inventory will continue quoted Chouhan as saying. by the coronavirus outbreak. The median price for an ex- down from 31 days in August to stoke higher prices, pushing "Now, poor, laborers, farmers The National Association of isting single-family home of last year, NAR's report noted. many would-be first-time buy- do not have to worry for any- Realtors has said that sales rose reached $315,000 in August, It said 69% of homes sold in ers out of the market. First- thing in the state, the govern- to a seasonally adjusted annual up 11.7% from August 2019. August 2020 were on the mar- time buyers made up about a ment is taking care of their needs. The Sambal Yojana has been re-started in the state, which is a security cover for poor. Through this scheme, various kinds of assistance are being made available to the poor," he added. Chouhan was addressing on the occasion of inauguration and foundation laying of development works in Rajpur of Ashok Nagar district. In the program, he inaugurated and laid the foundation of development works costing total Rs 244.92 crore. Member of Parliament Jyotiraditya Scindia, Jajpal rate of 6 million homes sold last Last month was the first time ket for less than a month. third of purchases in August, Singh Jajji, Umesh month. Sales are up 10.5% from the median price for a home A lack of available homes has about the same as all of 2019, Raghuvanshi, Collector Abhay a year ago and back to pre- breached $300,000. been a problem for years, long according to a report from NAR Verma and others were COVID-19 levels of early 2020. Despite rising prices, the lack before the virus outbreak that year. Historically, the Real- present at the program. ANI Although the pace of sales of available homes has buyers spooked many homeowners into tor group says, first-time buyers have made up about 40% For the 1st time in real estate, Bhutani Group offers an advance return offer of the primary residence homebuyers in the market. NOIDA: Bringing a paradigm Divulging details about the The buyer can deduct the an- Cyberthum (Sector 140A, ``This lack of supply contin- shift to the way assured return offer, Ashish Bhutani, MD, nual return of three years from Noida) and Alphathum (Sector ues to push home-price is doled out to the buyers, Bhutani Group, said, Real estate the down payment amount or 90, Noida). All the projects by growth higher,'' said econo- Bhutani Group, the NCR based sector has never seen such an else we will give them a check Bhutani Group are green and mist Joel Kan of the Mortgage and leading realty player in offer, and we are hopeful of of three years' annual return are IGBC Gold certified. The idea Bankers Association. ``The 11% commercial real estate, has getting a good response. The after the realization of their behind all our projects is to gain in prices is far above income with a unique offer down payment is 50 per cent down payment check. present the people of Noida come growth and threatens where the buyers can get the of the total amount, and the The Mega Offer is valid on all with iconic structures that will overall affordability - especially annual return in advance after customer has to pay the next their projects - Grandthum add value to their lifestyle. The for first-time buyers.'' making the down payment. 25 per cent after three years. (Sector 1, Greater Noida West), projects offer great office space Regionally, home sales have The mega offer will work on location for top companies climbed in everywhere for their 50:25:25 plan and will be All the projects by Bhutani Group are green and looking for space in the city. three straight months when available on all their commer- are IGBC Gold certified. The idea behind all our With plenty of residential de- compared with the previous cial projects in Noida. The velopment happening in Noida, month. Median home prices group is expecting revenue of projects is to present the people of Noida with the projects enjoy great catch- grew at double-digit rates in Rs. 1000 crore during the festi- iconic structures that will add value to their lifestyle ment for both offices and retail each of the four major regions val season. spaces, he adds.. NewsVoir/PTI from one year ago. AP October 2, 2020 Real Estate Post India Post 33 www.indiapost.com

New-age technologies Film City, Jewar airport will give key to faster infra development, amid fillip to real estate in 3-4 years economic gloom KALYAN VAIDYANATHAN be a "monumental step" in making the t a time when there has been a region of Noida the biggest entertain- nearly 24% fall in the Q1 GDP ment and business hub of North India. A growth rate, faster infra develop- He said the project will be a catalyst ment through efficient use of gov- in boosting the state's economy and ernment funds, will be crucial to creating multitude of job opportunities, script a turnaround, says Kalyan and also transforming the face and Vaidyanathan, CEO and co-founder, scale of real estate developments Nadhi Information Technologies planned here. Infrastructure is critical to a "In addition to the announcement of nation's growth. The better the in- this ambitious project, the UP govern- frastructure, the higher the gross ment has also received over 50 invest- domestic product (GDP) growth of ment proposals worth 7,000 crore from a country. For India to become a international investors," Bhutani said. USD 5-trillion economy by 2024-25, NOIDA: The setting up of a Film City positive momentum in developments He added that the investors include enabling infrastructure is a crucial along the Yamuna Expressway in west- and investments. from countries such as Japan, the UK, part of the process. ern Uttar Pradesh along with the pro- "This announcement would be a the US, Canada, Germany and South Ko- The leaders of the country have posed airport in Jewar will give a fillip boon for the region both in terms of rea who are planning on shifting their targeted investments worth Rs 1.6- to the real estate sector in 3-4 years, residential and commercial develop- base from China. lakh crores in infrastructure, in the developers have expressed. ment. After the Jewar airport, this is the Amit Modi, director of ABA Corp and next five years, according to the Fi- Earlier this week, the UP government biggest announcement for the region president of CREDAI Western UP, said nance Ministry, earlier this year. gave its nod to a proposal from the and we hope that the work starts soon any such initiative is bound to have a These estimates were announced Yamuna Expressway Industrial Develop- on this project," Gaut said. major "economic multiplier effect" on before the COVID-19 pandemic ment Authority (YEIDA) for setting up Supertech Group Chairman R K Arora the local economy. gripped the country. Realistically, the film city in an area of 1,000 acre in these estimates may have to be re- its Sector 21. "This is great news for the region. Not only would a substan- vised. Nevertheless, the need to in- The site near Greater Noida is around vest in infrastructure now, has a six kilometers away from the upcoming tial number of jobs be created, it will also put this area on the critical second purpose - to re-ig- international greenfield airport and nite the economy and the growth close to multiple road highways. tourism map. It will have a multiplier effect on a number of engine in the country. "This is great news for the region. Not support industries," said CREDAI's NCR Unit President” Apart from such a huge invest- only would a substantial number of jobs ment, the country has to plug the be created, it will also put this area on gaps in the implementation of big the tourism map. It will have a multiplier said the film city is expected to create "It will not only attract the best tal- infrastructure projects, which are, effect on a number of support indus- large-scale job opportunities directly ent involved in the filmmaking process, on many occasions, marred by cost tries," said CREDAI's NCR Unit President. and indirectly, which would eliminate but also millions of support staff and overruns and massive delays. Ac- He added that real estate -- residen- the present sluggishness in demand workers, who will be looking for accom- cording to a report by the Ministry tial, commercial and retail -- is directly and property transactions due to the modation in the region," he said. of Statistics and Program Imple- linked with the index of economic de- impact of COVID-19 and the lockdown. He added that it will have a huge im- mentation, 355 infrastructure velopment of an area. "Coupled with "Once the entire infrastructure pact in both owned, rental, office and projects, each worth Rs 150 crores the Jewar airport, this will definitely planned for the area is in place, this lo- commercial real estate in the regions or more, have shown cost overruns give a fillip to the sector in 3-4 years." cation would surpass major cities like where national production houses will of more than Rs 3.88 lakh crores, Manoj Gaur, MD of Gaurs Group and Mumbai, Pune and Ahmedabad," Arora also be opening there satellite offices owing to project delays and other chairman of the Affordable Housing said. to support the film making process. PTI reasons. A country of more than 1.3 Committee of CREDAI (National) said Bhutani Infra CEO Ashish Bhutani said For detailed story visit billion people can ill-afford such such major developments bring a lot of the UP government's move is going to www.indiapost.com delays, when faster economic growth is the only option to pull people out of poverty, apart from employing its young workforce. How emerging technologies can change the infra landscape Technological intervention can help in overcoming such delays, with timely implementation of critical infra projects in railways, the road sector, airports and ports, among others. Housing.com For detailed story visit www.indiapost.com 34 India Post www.indiapost.com October 2, 2020

ctress Saiee Manjrekar has signed her second film film based on the NSG Commando, who fought with ut- after Dabangg 3. She will be seen in the Mahesh most bravery in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. Can't wait to ABabu-produced bilingual, Major, starring Adivi Sesh. join the cast and start shooting next month! Actor-filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar's daughter Saiee #MajorTheFilm @adivisesh @sobhitad@sonypicsprodns took to Instagram and posted a picture where she is seen @gmbents@urstrulyMahesh dressed in a pristine white suit teamed with a chunky @aplussmovies@sashikirantikka," she captioned silver neckpiece. She completes her look with minimal the image. make-up and her hair tied. "Major", a bilingual shot simultaneously in "Honored, humbled and excited to be a part of the Telugu and Hindu, is inspired by the life of braveheart, Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan's biopic. It's a NSG commando Sandeep Unnikrishnan, who was martyred in the 26/11 Mumbai et- terrorist attacks of V eran actor 2008. IANS Randhir Kapoor says he loved the 1999 film Aa Ab Laut Chalen, helmed by his late brother and actor Rishi Kapoor. Randhir added that he wanted his brother to direct more films. "Aa Ab Laut Chalen", made under the Kapoors' banner RK Films, was the only film Rishi Kapoor ever directed. The film's production is credited to brothers Randhir Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor and Rajiv Kapoor. "His directorial debut was 'Aa Ab Laut Chalen' and he was very nervous, but I loved the movie and everyone who watched it loved it as well. Chintu (Rishi Kapoor) was more of a friend to me than a brother; we shared a very special bond. I wanted him to direct more movies, but now I think he must be making it up there somewhere," Randhir Kapoor recalled. As for his favorite film of Rishi Kaif and Sidhant Kapoor's, Randhir Chaturvedi, and named Ishaan describes "Bobby". it as a laugh riot. IANS "It is a laugh riot. TOP TEN Horror comedies HINDI FILM SONGS have been done before but this is an ex- 1 Kudi Nu Nachne De: ceptionally funny film. Angrezi Medium It's very meta in its humor, 2 Get Ready To Fight Re- it's a film that doesn't go loaded: Baaghi 3 from gag to gag. It has 3 Ek Zindagi: Angrezi Me- a funny and interest- dium ing story but it's also 4 Bhankas: Baaghi 3 shaan Khatter is all set to try his skills at comedy with just hysterical through- 5 Dus Bahane 2.0: Phone Bhoot, and the young actor is excited. out," he claimed. Baaghi 3 I"Of course I am terribly excited, and also very enthusi- "For me, this is my first in 6 Mere Liye Tum Kaafi Ho: astic to share screen space with Siddhant (Chaturvedi) the comedy genre and I am Shubh Mangal Zyaada who is a friend of mine," said Ishaan, adding that the very excited because it is so Savdhan script "was something that really convinced me to do it". different from everything I 7 Phir Na Milen Kabhi: "Phone Bhoot" is a horror comedy co-starring Katrina have done before." IANS Malang 8 Humraah: Malang 9 Garmi: Street Dancer 3D 10 Illegal Weapon 2.0: Street Dancer 3D October 2, 2020 India Post 35 www.indiapost.com

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MAHATMA GANDHI there can be no inward peace without true knowledge. If once we learn how Does revival of Pak cinema he word 'Satya' (Truth) is derived to apply this never-failing test of Truth, Tfrom 'Sat' which means being. And we will at once be able to find out ? nothing is or exists in reality except what is worth doing, what is worth depend upon India Truth. That is why 'Sat' or Truth is per- seeing, what is worth reading. MAHENDRA VED haps the most important name of But how is one to realize this Truth, akistan's plans to revive its for- ing a political decision that could be God. In fact it is more correct to say which may be likened to the long ailing film industry must challenging - and fraught with unpre- that Truth is God, than to say that God philosopher's stone or the cow of Pconfront the inevitable question: dictable consequences - for any Paki- is Truth. But as we cannot do without a plenty? By single-minded devotion content in the form of good quality films. stani ruler. ruler or a general, names of God such (abhyasa) and indifference to every One of the obstacles comes from its iffy as King of Kings or the Almighty are and other interest in life (vairagya) - replies relations with India. Dawn newspaper Reviving Pakistani cinema industry will remain more usually current. the Bhagavadgita. In spite, however, of (September 21, 2020) asks in an edito- Media reports say Khan has asked On deeper thinking, however, it such devotion, what may appear as rial: "If we can't allow the Indians in, how his Special Assistant, retired Lt-Gen will be realized that 'Sat' or 'Satya' is truth to one person will often appear fast can we produce our own films, of Asim Bajwa to work on a blueprint to the only correct and fully significant as untruth to another person. But that high quality, and have people trickle revive the cinema industry and some name of God. And where there is need not worry the seeker. back to the cinema halls?" work has been done. Truth, there also is knowledge, pure Where there is honest effort, it will Pakistan has banned Bollywood film A major issue is to stem the dwindling knowledge. Where there is no Truth, be realized that what appear to be dif- imports since August last year in retali- number of cinema theatres and bring there can be no true knowledge. That ferent truths are like apparently differ- ation to India's nullifying the special back the audiences that have perforce is why the word 'Chit' or knowledge ent countless leaves of the same tree. status of Jammu and Kashmir. While an moved on to other entertainment. is associated with the name of God. Does not God Himself appear to differ- earlier ban had been in response to In- Former military ruler, Gen. Pervez And where there is true knowl- ent individuals in different aspects? dia asking out the Pakistani artistes Musharraf had opened up the cinema edge, there is always bliss (ananda). Still we know that He is one. But Truth is working in Bollywood ventures, this industry to Bollywood films that time the gain/loss is not mutual. helped stem the decline in movie the- This is a very frequent occurrence atres from 1,100 to a mere 30 at the 'Satya' is the only correct given relations between the South turn of the century. With more theatres Asian neighbors. Indeed, cinema is a built and thriving, the filmmaking also name of God soft target each time bilateral rela- received the much-needed fillip. Good tions deteriorate. films like 'Khuda Ke Liye' 'Bol' and There is nothing wrong in every 'Ramchand Pakistani' to name a few, Bollywood resonates with Pakistani were made, won applause and awards one following Truth according to Prime Minister Imran Khan has in abroad, and were screened in India. Mahatma Gandhi one's lights the recent past vigorously voted for Why, even 'Waar,' that portrayed Indian security agents as This is a very frequent occurrence villains was made in Sorrow has no place there. And even the right designation of God. retaliation to as Truth is eternal, so is the bliss de- Hence there is nothing wrong in given relations between the South Asian Bollywood's 'Baby' rived from it. Hence we know God as every one following Truth according to and others that 'Sat-chitananda', one who combined one's lights. Indeed it is one's duty to neighbors. Indeed, cinema is a soft target portrayed militants in Himself Truth, Knowledge and Bliss. do so. Then if there is a mistake on the operating from Pa- Devotion to this Truth is the sole rea- part of any one so following Truth, it each time bilateral relations deteriorate kistan as the vil- son for our existence. will be automatically set right. For the lains. All our activities should be centered quest of Truth involves tapas - self-suf- Turkish films and television series, em- in Truth. Truth should be the very fering, sometimes even unto death. phasizing that the fare that espoused Future of Pakistani movies breath of our life. When once this stage There can be no place in it for even a Islamic values was any day preferable Frequent bans, however, seem to in the pilgrim's progress is reached, all trace of self-interest. to the "vulgarity dished out by Holly- have hit the Pakistani film industry yet other rules of correct living will come Excerpted from Selected Writings wood-Bollywood." again. Lt-Gen Asim Bajwa has been without effort, and obedience to them of Mahatma Gandhi. The 151st birth Logically, and politically, given the asked to work out how to bring all the will be instinctive. But without Truth it anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi is be- close Pakistan-Turkey relations and stakeholders on the same table. A way would be impossible to observe any ing observed on October 2. bonhomie between Khan and Presi- needs to be found on how the filmmak- principles or rules in life. dent Recep Tayyip Erdo?an the issue ers and distributors do not have to wait Generally speaking, observing the should have been settled. The roaring long to get their dues from exhibitors law of Truth is merely understood to success of "Dirili?: Ertu?rul" (Resurrec- who throw their hands up when local 50 SPIRITUAL APPETIZERS mean that we must speak the truth. tion: Ertu?rul) dubbed into Urdu should films do not yield enough funds. Vinod Dhawan But we in the Ashram understand the have provided the Pakistani audiences There are related problems like word Satya or Truth in a much wider “It’s a lovely book. It feels en- with the cinema-sans-vulgarity. the need to convert single-screen the- sense. There should be Truth in ergetically clear and light. It’s But this does not seem to suffice. atres into the multiplex to make them thought, Truth in speech, and Truth in easy to read, dip in and out and Pakistani cinema industry, even as it viable. Dawn calls it "winds of change" action. To the man who has realized most importantly it offers infor- fears being swamped by Bollywood, that "swept away" the exhibition sec- this Truth in perfection, nothing else mation without fluff! Blessings realizes the need for films from India tor. South Asia Monitor on this project.” remains to be known, because all that, given the common culture, reso- Jac O’Keeffe For detailed story visit knowledge is necessarily included in it. Spirituality teacher based in nate well with cinegoers. It is await- www.indiapost.com What is not included in it is not USA. Truth, and so not true knowledge; and Available on AMAZON, FLIPKART Disclaimer: Views expressed are personal to the author 38 India Post Edit Page October 2, 2020 www.indiapost.com Muslim education in India: Need for private and public sector investment FRANK F. ISLAM minent columnist ties in many areas. The report and private sector investment. Swaminathan A. Aiyar resulted in the creation of an That effort should improve E called upon Wakf boards across the board program for educational opportunity and and wealthy Muslims to finance the development of minorities quality at all levels. Educational the development of "a string in India. literacy should be the starting of world-class education insti- Some progress has been line and higher education of Choice for farmers tutions" that would attract for- made since then but much re- some form should be the finish s promised in the manifesto of BJP in the last election, Modi has eign students and Indian Hin- mains to be done: line. Abeen able to pass the farm Bills in the recent session of the dus as well. His article was • In the 2011 census, the For students at the primary parliament. It is indeed one of the most crucial and controversial written in response to Member overall literacy rate for Muslims and secondary levels, the In- Bills to be passed amongst fair amount of opposition from left and of Parliament Asaduddin went up substantially to 68.5 dian government needs to Congress governed States. For the first time Indian farmers have Owaisi's recommendation for per cent from 59.1 per cent in continue to upgrade its educa- been offered a choice who they want to sell their produce to with- "government scholarships for 2001. The rate for Muslim fe- tional improvement initiatives out control of government agencies nor, the commission-agent called arhtiya. Government has further assured the farmers that it all" to deal with the "literacy males was much lower at not to ensure basic knowledge, will continue to back them with the Minimum Support Price (MSP). and attendance gaps" of Mus- quite 52 per cent. skills and abilities in language, As in US and most developed countries, farmers have the choice lims and other communities. • A study released by the US science, mathematics and to sell where they get the best price. However, unlike US most In- The proposal was driven by India Policy Institute at the end technology. Although dian farmers have very small land holdings and this creates prob- his opinion that "the quality of of 2013 states that since 2006, madarasas educate only be- lems getting to the local markets with their produce. The need is to government schools is so poor "e the literacy level and the tween 2-4 per cent of Muslim create local or even national bodies, where they can be members to that giving more government quantum of improvements for children and youth, they need set up fair market prices. Also these bodies can further help build scholarships will do little for Muslims were modest com- to modernize their curriculum state-of-the-art storage facilities at local levels. There is a huge defi- Muslims or any other commu- pared to other populations." and move away from Islam cit of such warehousing facilities in India because of which millions nity". And, that "Christians have • That same study showed centric or Islamic-only educa- of tons of produce perishes each harvest season. long created their own educa- that only 11 per cent of Mus- tion to a holistic approach that The Bills passed by the parliament also give farmers the choice to sell their produce across other states in the country. It will liberal- tional institutions of excel- lims in India pursue higher enables these students to inte- ize the agricultural marketing, which was earlier completely con- lence". education compared to a na- grate fully into Indian society. trolled by the States and the arhtiya (commission-agent). Obviously Higher education should vested interests don't like this as they could now become non-enti- There is no argument that Christians have not be solely the province of ties. Moreover, the arhtiyas are supposedly connected with politi- four-year colleges or universi- cal leaders and are like a grassroots support base for their interest in created good educational institutions -- as ties. It should include technical, local politics. The recent demonstrations in opposition to the farm have Muslims and others I might add -- and vocational and professional Bills are in states of Punjab and Maharashtra, which is the fallout of education at the secondary these forces. that government-supported schools and post-secondary levels. India being a democratic country unlike China or Russia, will Education in those areas always have opposing political views, which is a positive at best need to be improved provides avenues for participa- but it can also hinder and delay bringing in change. Over the past 70 years, India lost out to development due to rigid tion in 21st-century careers, policies and such changes are definitely the precursor to become a There is no argument that tional average of approxi- the competencies to compete developed nation. The same goes for Banks, Insurance companies Christians have created good mately 19 per cent and that in a global economy, and the and other government run industries known as Public Sector Units. educational institutions -- as participation in the "general capacity to contribute to lifting India's government will have to move out of businesses like Air- have Muslims and others I category of Muslims in higher Muslims and those in the lines, Hotels and several other industries; bring in private players to might add -- and that govern- education" had actually de- weaker sections out of poverty offer better choice viafair competition to benefit consumers. How- ment-supported schools need clined by 1.5 per cent for the and deprivation. ever, the government must make sure it governs and administers to be improved. But, a program period studied. I know from my personal in- with vivid transparency and fair play, all rules and regulations. of the scope and nature that • The National Sample Sur- volvement that Muslims are al- The present policy change is also likely to attract international the article suggests would do vey Office (NSSO)'s 75th round ready making commitments to players like PepsiCo, who has already set up agricultural produce nothing to address the very report cited by MP Owaisi assist in providing educational ventures in India and benefited, even through times of control policies. Government needs to develop global agro-infrastructure and real problem that Owaisi has showed that 22 per cent of opportunities for Muslims at all attract private players to enter farm sector and incentivize that with identified. Muslim girls aged 3 to 35 have these levels. For example, the attractive financial packages. That problem is that Muslims never enrolled in a formal edu- American Federation of Mus- For India,with its large agricultural base, any policythat and others in the weaker sec- cational course. lims of Indian origin supports strengthens interest of farmers bringsdirect benefit to the nation. tions still lag far behind those in These are troubling findings hundreds of schools and schol- Even a small increase in rural incomes brings progress tohealth and other religious groups in terms that frame the continuing arships for underprivileged education. of their development. The de- needs of Muslims and others in Muslims and others through- India now has an opportunity to become a global leader in food velopment deficit occurs at the weaker sections. What out India. security and supply chain. Even smaller nations like Thailand and points all along the educational should be done to address (The writer is an entrepre- Vietnam, are well on the road to become major players in this sec- continuum from pre-school those needs? neur, civic and thought leader tor. With Prime Minister Narasimha Rao, India benefited greatly through higher education. In my opinion, the answer based in Washington DC.) IANS from the liberalization of the nineties and Modi could easily spring- The Sachar Committee Re- must be a comprehensive and board from there with such policy changes and liberate India's port of 2006 disclosed this "de- collaborative effort financed For detailed stories visit www.indiapost.com Farmers. Passing of the farm Bills will no doubt be one of the major velopment deficit" for minori- and supported through public game changers for developing India. 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