India Matters Volume 5 L Issue 2 L 2021

INDIA MATTERS PUBLICATION OF THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF INDIA IN DUBAI Volume 05 | Issue 02 | 2021

India at Tokyo Olympics 2020 India getting all set for its participation at EXPO 2020 Marriages at the Consulate Awareness Camp for Workers Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav India Korea Business Meet Statue of Unity, Kevadia Gujrat FOREWARD CONTENTS Cover Story FOREWARD INDIA 04 India at Tokyo Olympics MATTERS 2020 Volume 05 | Issue 02 | 2021 EXPO 2020 08 India getting all set for its participation at EXPO Editor: 2020 From Consul General’s Desk Press, Information & Culture Wing Dr. Aman Puri Consulate General of India Community Al Hamriya Diplomatic Enclave 10 An experience of pleas- Dear Reader, P.O. Box No: 737, Dubai, UAE antness and hope at BLS Centre, Al Khaleej For Feedback: 12 Marriages at the Welcome to the second digital edition of 'India Matters'. We appreciate all the positive feedback [email protected] Consulate received for the first edition. 14 The Summer of 2021 This week we celebrate India’s 75th Independence Day and as we reminisce about the legacy of Surrendering of Indian India Matters is published digi- 16 our freedom fighters and the glorious growth story of India, we reaffirm our commitment to con- Passport tribute to the nation building. We organized a Documentary Screening and an Art and Craft Exhi- tally in English by the Consulate bition on the theme ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ in the month of July. General of India, Dubai. This 17 Awareness Camp for Workers magazine is published once in a The cover story celebrates India's best ever medal haul in the Olympics in decades. We witnessed month. 18 Prerna, We-Inspire India's remarkable performances both in the individual and team sports, with first ever gold in 19 Samskritam Athletics and a medal in Hockey after ages. Women athletes led from the front with a medal land- ing on the first day at the world’s biggest sporting stage. This momentum should persist and we expect to see India soar higher in the next Olympics in Paris. The digital version of India Mat- ters is published by the Consulate India @75 Our preparation for Expo 2020 has hit top gear with the visit of the Official delegation from India General of India (CGI) in Dubai. 20 Celebration of 75 years of to Dubai, led by the Commissioner General of India at Expo 2020 Dubai. In the run up to Expo All rights reserved. The writing, Independence of India, 2020, we also organized a Business Meet in association with the Consulate General of Korea, artwork and/ or photography Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav Dubai and Korea International Trade Association MENA that was attended by leading Indian and contained herein may be used or Korean business professionals in Dubai and provided a platform to work together in future. reproduced with an acknowledg- Super Brands This edition also features articles on Bharat Biotech, a leading Indian vaccine innovator; Prerana, ment to India Matters. The views Leading the Fight Against an initiative of the Consulate to support and empower differently abled individuals and their fam- expressed by guest authors in 22 ilies and Samskrita Bharati, who has played an important role in promoting Sanskrit in the UAE. news bites are their own and not of Neglected Diseases the CGI. Business & Economy Finally, I would like to thank you, the contributors and readers, for your interest and I encourage you to continue to send us your invaluable feedback and ideas for further improvement of the 24 India Korea Business Magazine. Helpline Number for Indian Dias- Meet pora 26 India’s Evolution as an en- Call the 24/7 toll-free helpline terprising Fintech Nation I hope you will enjoy reading this edition! at 800-46342 (800-India) or you Happy reading! can email the grievance center at Travel & Tourism [email protected] 30 Statue of Unity, Kevadia Gujrat Follow us on: Quiz https://twitter.com/cgidubai INDIQTIVE https://www.facebook.com/IndianConsulate.Dubai 32 https://www.instagram.com/india_in_dubai/

and that our youths are creating a strong and vibrant culture of sports. He encouraged them and wished them on behalf of all Indians. As the first batch of athletes departs from India to Tokyo, a formal send- off ceremony at New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on 17 July 2021 was given by Union Min- ister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, and Minister of State, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Nisith Pra- manik. They were joined by Shri Narinder Dhruv Batra, President of Indian Olympic Association, Shri Rajeev Mehta, Secretary General of Indian Olympic Association and Shri Sandip Pradhan, Director-Gen- eral of Sports Authority of India. About 22 athletes and six officials from the Indian contingent attend- Mirabai Chanu won silver medal in women’s 49 kg category weightlifting. ed the opening ceremony for the Tokyo Olympics. Boxing champion Mary Kom and Indian men’s hockey team captain Manpreet Singh led the Indian contingent out as they marched through Tokyo’s National Stadium on the evening of 23 July 2021. Athletes Tarundeep Rai, Atanu Das and Praveen Jadhav represented the men’s team. Whereas, Deepika Kumari INDIA AT who is currently ranked no. 1 in world archery, represented the women’s team. Manipur-based Saikhom Mirabai Chanu clinched a silver medal on day 1 of the Tokoyo Olympics in the TOKYO OLYMPICS 2020 49 kg weightlifting category and gave India its perfect start. A special thank you to the Government and people of Japan, especially Mirabai Chanu is India’s only representative in weightlifting at Tokyo 2020. Ranked second in the world, the former world Tokyo for hosting the well-organised games. To host it so successfully, in champion is among the favourites for a medal in the women’s such times, gave out a strong message of resilience. 49kg weight division. She is the first Indian weightlifter to win Mirabai Chanu silver at the Olympics. Reigning world champion PV s the world under- tions of the Summer Olympics. Sindhu, who had won a silver at went a harsh bout The Tokyo Olympics 2020 will the Rio Games five years ago, of the pandemic in see a 228-member strong con- once again made India proud by 2020, the Olympic tingent from India where 127 winning the bronze medal match games were post- Indian athletes will be taking against China’s He Bing Jiao at Aponed to 2021. After a year’s fierce and long strides to rep- the Tokyo Olympics. She won the delay, the Tokyo summer Olym- resent the country across 18 crucial encounter 21-13, 21-15 to pics are set to proceed and the sporting disciplines. Athletes become the first Indian woman Olympic fanfare is now set to include legendary female ever to win two individual Olym- begin from July 23 through boxer Mary Kom and tennis pic medals. The people of India August 8. The world’s best ath- ace Sania Mirza, among many are still having high expectations letes will once again compete in others. India will be taking part and high aspirations from Team the pool, on the track, around in 69 cumulative events, the India. the velodrome and high above highest ever for the country. the trampoline. This year, India Prime Minister Shri Narendra is going big at the Olympic Modi connected with India’s I am on the top of the Games—literally by sending its Olympics contingent through largest-ever contingent. India a video conference on 13 July world, says PV Sindhu has been sending a large con- 2021. He said sports is at the after winning historic tingent for the last three edi- heart of our national character Bronze medalist PV Sindhu bronze

anipur-based Saik- favourites for a medal in the formance at the Tokoyo Olym- hom Mirabai Chanu women’s 49kg weight division. pics games. They laid the best clinched a silver She is the first Indian weightlift- example of skill, teamwork and medal on day 1 of er to win silver at the Olympics. dedication. Team India had given the Tokoyo Olym- Hockey has traditionally been In- it’s best performance ever and Mpics in the 49 kg weightlifting cat- dia’s best sport at the Olympics, have also made debut in several egory and gave India its perfect and a history was etched in the games. The government of India start. Mirabai Chanu is India’s memory of every Indian, when is working hard to further pop- only representative in weight- Men’s hockey team bagged silver ularise sports at the grassroots lifting at Tokyo 2020. Ranked medal at Tokoyo Olympics. Every so that new talent emerges and second in the world, the former Indian is proud of the Indian con- gets the opportunity to repre- world champion is among the tingent for their stupendous per- sent India in the times to come.

Neeraj Chopra, who clinched the India’s maiden athletics medal to become only the second Indian to win an individual gold in the Olympics

Top to Bottom - Neeraj Chopra, Ravi Kumar Dahiya, Mirabai Chanu, Bajarang Punia, PV Sindhu, Lovlina Borgohain and Indian Hockey Team.

INDIA MATTERS | JULY 2021 | 06 | EXPO 2020 EXPO 2020 INDIA GETTING ALL SET FOR ITS PARTICIPATION AT oration with the India Pavilion, given the huge opportunity it offered them as part of their on-going integral role in the In- dia-UAE strategic partnership. The India Pavilion at Expo 2020 EXPO 2020 Dubai will showcase the country’s achievements, over the last Expo will provide India and Dubai an ideal platform to expand economic 75 years, innovative technolo- cooperation and boost their global profile to showcase their capabilities on gies, and business opportunities the world stage. it offers, as well as its cultural diversity and ancient treasures. General, EXPO 2020 Dubai on to the Opportunity district, the ndia’s preparations for the From age-old yoga to India’s July 7, 2021. Consul General of construction work of India Pavil- EXPO 2020 Dubai have moved foray into space, the pavilion India in Dubai & Deputy Com- ion, having built up area of 8736 into top gear with less than will bring alive a vibrant and am- missioner General for India, Dr. square meters started in Aug twelve weeks remaining for bitious India. From Indian State Ithe grand opening on October Aman Puri, and Secretary Gener- 2019. The structural and dynam- Governments to corporates, the al, FICCI, Shri Dilip Chenoy were ic façade work is now complete, 1, 2021. Displaying strong com- Indian Pavilion will showcase a also part of the delegation along and the interior work is currently mitment to India’s participation modern, robust India, high on with other senior government going on and is expected to be at the Expo, a high-level Indian technology while simultane- officials. The delegation held a completed by third week of July, delegation led by Additional ously exhibiting the beauty of detailed review meeting on pro- which will be followed by fit out Secretary, Department of Com- Indian art, culture, and cuisine gramming and operations with and work on visitor’s experience merce & Commissioner Gener- during the 183 days that the Indian Delegation in discussion with UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation’s team. Mr Omar Shehadeh, Chief Inter- etc. which is expected to be com- al for India, Shri S Kishore, and event will run. Expo 2020 Dubai national Participants’ Officer, at pleted by end of August 2021. Ambassador of India to the UAE, will witness mega Diwali and Holi celebrations. The external façade of India Pavilion, made up of 600 indi- Shri Pavan Kapoor, called on Her EXPO 2020 Dubai and his team The high-level delegation also in- and visited India Pavilion to teracted with representatives of vidual colourful blocks capable of kinetic movements symbolizing the themes, will showcase an India on Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, the move. UAE’s Minister of State for Inter- assess the ongoing work. Locat- the Indian business community national Cooperation & Director ed in the Al Forsan Park adjacent in the UAE to explore their colab SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INDIA PAVILION LOGO The logo’s circular form repre- and progressive movement. The sents unity, commitment and colours have been taken from the community which form the Indian flag, where Saffron the central pillars of the Indian symbolises strength and cour- nation; and, signifies continuity age; White indicates peace and and evolving lifecycles in one of truth; and Green represents the world’s most vibrant democ- fertility, growth and auspicious- racies and fastest growing business. Overall, the logo is a visual ness centres. The design chan- representation of the Indian nelizes the chakra / the wheel ethos: Openness. Opportunity. that reflects strength, courage Growth.

S. Kishore assured Reem Al Hashimy that India’s participation in Expo 2020 Dubai is being closely monitored and prioritised at the highest levels in India and New Delhi is fully committed to participating in the event in a big way.

An experience of pleasantness and hope at BLS Centre, Al Khaleej

Am having an appointment at the BLS centre for the purpose of passport renewal. Having arrived ahead by half an hour, I am waiting in the hall ,after the gracious permission by the security staff, simultaneously studying others around me. Two families with young kids are sitting ahead of me. Appear to be knowing each other for they are conversing ani- matedly but quietly, at times with the masks slipped off. Another family sitting behind has a mother with a constant jabber and a shrill voice clearly audible from behind the mask. I am busy observing the surroundings silently, in the hope of being able to grab some story for my write-ups. My reverie is gently disturbed by a cultured male voice, Excuse me Madam. ou have an appointment at 9 clock. It was a polite uestion cum statement. Gathering my thoughts, I look at the voice and find a gentleman, well dressed with an Indiansed jacket, courteously enquiring of me. I nod in the affirmative. He further inuires about the readiness of my application and leaves smoothly to enuire the same from another applicant sitting a few seats away. The dignified courteous mannerisms On 21.07.2021, Dr. Aman Puri, Consul General of India appreciated M/s. BLS International Services Limit- leave a mark with me, that instantaneously shifts to the background, in the brain, as I get ed for their services rendered during ongoing the COVID-19 pandemic. involved in other thoughts . My token number is called, I reach the counter. The girl PASSPORT & ATTESTATION SERVICES RENDERED BY CONSULATE behind the counter is friendly. I notice the trainee badge on her dress. She scans my appli- DURING MONTH OF JULY, 2021: cation,finds some minor mistakes and informs me that the application needs a retype as the handwritten edits are not permissible. In the meantime, the regular duty staff takes over from the trainee and rescans the application. I am impressed by the professionalism Since COVID-19 pandemic, and meticulous working of the staff and enquire if retyping is really required. Suddenly, the Consulate issued approx- an authoritative voice from behind me informs her that the application does not need imately 2,50,000 passports, retyping and should be accepted after hand made corrections duly signed by the applicant. I turn around to find the same gentleman taking care of these types of issues, at 3300 Emergency Certificates different counters and mingling with the other applicants around. Thanking his helpful (EC’s)/Outpass, 15,500 Birth interference, I proceed with the other formalities at the counter. As I leave the counter, I Certificates and 6,000 Mis- hear again a decent voice asking,”Hope you are satisfied with your experience here.” I find cellaneous certificates. the same amiable face, behind the mask asking me the uestion. Wanting to give genuine feedback ,for I was very much satisfied with the process, I nod affirmatively, but also share the initial misguidance by the trainee girl, which though unintentional, yet needed to be clarified and properly communicated to the trainees. The gentleman listened SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING CONSULAR ATTESTATION SERVICES patiently and then proceeded to tell me calmly that he was not a BLS employee, but the (ON FRIDAY’S) IN NORTHERN EWMIRATES IN MONTH OF AUGUST, 2021 : Vice Consul from CGI (Consulate General of India )!! Taken aback, sheepishly, I begin apol- ogising for my mistake and yet, have the audacity to ask his name.

He turns out to be Mr.Ashish Dabas !!

Thank you Mr.Ashish, For your Kindness, Gentleness,and Thoughtfulness, towards your fellow persons ou have restored my faith in भारत and भारतीय ! ! !

Dr. Meenu Agarwal. (Pediatrician, UAE)

Prospective couples approach Consulate to solemnize their weddings.

Bride and Bridegroom taking oath in present of Consul (Consular) Shri Jitender Negi, who also happens to be the marriage officer at the Consulate. MARRIAGES AT THE Prospective Couple signing marriage certificate.

CONSULATE outside Consulate in reli- of the people who come for mar- concerned country in the place A marriage certificate is more than a civil contract. It is bond of love and gious institutions viz Church- riage registration are born and of permanent residence indicates, Temples, Gurudwara brought up in UAE and their fam- ed in the passport. The adver- commitment. or Dubai Court, a marriage ilies have been residents of UAE tisement should contain the full certificate issued from such since decades. In such cases, as text provided by the Consulate. onsulate General of cross-border couples or Indians ents ID copy institution is required in ad- a practice, we are accepting their Date of marriage is fixed after 30 India in Dubai pro- belonging to different states and 4. Bachelorhood Certificate of dition to the documents sworn affidavit specifying their days of waiting period from the vides several consular different religions. Bride & Groom mentioned above. Marriage marital status (single, divorcee, date of publication of marriage services for the large Everything you need to know 5. 4 passport size photos for certificates issued by Church widow/widower) attested from notice. Indian diaspora in the to get your marriage regis- bride & groom respectively or Dubai Court is required to IVS Global based on their self CUnited Arab Emirates. Amongst tered at the Consulate: 6. For Bride/Groom of other na- be attested by MOFA. declaration, passports and par- these services, Consulate, also tionality, singleness and non ents NOC. Prospective couples can ap- conducts solemnization of mar- DOCUMENTS REQUIRED impediment certificate from WHAT IS A BACHELOR- WHAT IS NOTICE PERIOD? proach the Consulate through riages. The number of marriages FOR MARRIAGE SOLEM- respective Consulate attest- HOOD CERTIFICATE? e-mail, walk-ins or phone for being registered/solemnized at NIZATION/REGISTRATION: ed by Ministry of Foreign Af- enquiries. Link on Consulate’s the Consulate General of India in fairs, Dubai. If bride and groom are from After submission of all the re- website for detailed proce- Dubai has been increasing with 1. Passport Copy of Bride & 7. Three witnesses (holding res- India, generally Bachelorhood quired documents, newspaper dure on marriages is as below: every year. The number of cou- groom idence visa of UAE) with their certificate is required from re- advertisement is to be given by ples married at the consulate 2. Visa copy of Bride & Groom original valid passports and spective district magistrate and the individuals for publication in https://www.cgidubai.gov.in/ in 2020 was 395. Many couples 3. Notarize NOC from parents passport photocopy. attested by Home Department local English Newspaper as well page/marriages/ marrying in the consulate are of Bride & Groom with par- 8. For Marriages solemnized in India. However in UAE, most as English Newspaper in India/

THE SUMMER OF 2021 PROCEDURE FOR SUBMISSION OF THE INDIAN HIGH GROUP OF SCHOOLS, DUBAI Summer vacation is the best time for children to relax, refresh, rejoice GENUINENESS CERTIFICATE and reconnect. ummer of 2021 re- • Get outdoors for historical promotes human connec- Indian nationals who their Indian Universities. Genuineness certificate quires some ‘blue sky adventures tions, cognitive exercise, wish to work or pursue For equalization process, is issued by the Educa- thinking’ to creatively emotional development, higher education in the a genuineness certifi- tion Wing of the Con- engage our assiduous expressiveness and creativ- U.A.E. or if they are due cate from the Consulate sulate General of India, young learners when ity that ultimately enhances for promotion at their General of India, Dubai Dubai. The steps and Smost families have shelved their quality of life, confidence, office etc. may require to is one of the mandatory procedures for obtaining annual travel plans for second health and well-being. equalize the education- documents required to the Genuineness Certifi- year in a row. Schools need to 3. Creative and thought- pro- al certificates obtained be submitted to the local cate are as follows: develop curiosity, imagination, voking projects based on by the candidate from authorities in the U.A.E. resilience and self-regulation inspiring TEDx Talk helps to that can build competencies • Reconnect with friends and nurture new ways of think- for jobs that have not yet been family members ing using a bank of easy-to- STEP 1 - ideated, for technologies that use resources and strategies, have not yet been conceived. with minimal preparation re- SUBMISSION PROCESS: The past 18 months have quired. The applicant is required to visit the IVS Global attestation centre, in person between given a greater push to con- 4. In a few years the Internet 8.00 a.m. and 2.00 pm. sider wellbeing as a prerequi- has grown to become the site for holistic development main meeting place for eth- LOCATION: in response to the global con- ical discussion. The Internet Business Atrium, No. 201, 202 on 2nd floor, Oud Metha, Dubai. versation about pandemic-in- is the ethical marketplace duced mental health issues. where every kind of opin- THE APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO CARRY • Talk about adult for a suit- ion, attitude and view can be Techniques for meeting and nav- able career found and the onus is on ed- FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ALONG WITH: igating intense emotions both ucators to support students 1. Filled application form and a xerox copy of the same. at home and school, practices with a superior tool that will 2. Photocopies of all certificates (back to back) including mark sheets of all years – that cultivate positive states of stimulate ethical education. two copies. mind like gratitude, kindness, 5. Cooking with kids is a great 3. A copy of the passport with visa page – one copy joy & compassion. Grounded way to educate them about 4. Original passport & certificates to be shown at the time of submission in the wellness practice, yoga good nutrition, what’s in 5. University verification fee in Demand Draft (If required as mentioned in the appli- and mindfulness sessions help season, planning and pre- cation proforma) and a photocopy of the same improve overall well-being, paring meals, and reading 6. Consulate verification fees Dhs 58/- and IVS fee of Dhs. 4.50/- and International foster inner balance & equa- food labels. We can bring to- Courier Charges of Dhs 50 to be paid for each application after scrutiny of the par- nimity, reduce stress, and bol- gether students who share ticulars of the application. ster emotional intelligence. • Enjoy nature a common love for food by The world is an oyster for the stel- organizing various activities lar minds with access to online that encourages them to ac- STEP 2 - taekwondo classes or violin tively explore their passion classes or even joining the karate for cooking and raising their AFTER THE SUBMISSION: club to earn the black belt. Stu- awareness towards healthy 1. All documents submitted by the applicant along with a covering note from the dents are profoundly passionate cooking habits that leads to a Consulate, is then forwarded to the University in India for verification report. donning the role of young chef strong and healthy life. to budding writers through the 1. Young minds can build 6. Engagement in art and music 2. A clear and genuine verification report once received from the Indian University enormous range of activities that their linguistic skills promotes human connec- (approx. between 60 – 90 days), a Genuineness Certificate is then issued by the promote the learning potential. through fun activities that tions, cognitive exercise, Consulate (approx. 7 working days) and is forwarded as e-mail to the Ministry of Activities must include the include hero stories like emotional development, Education in U.A.E with a copy to the applicant. below listings: Watching ‘The Kindness Di- expressiveness and creativ- aries,’ a documentary tele- ity that ultimately enhances • Make Health your priority vision series on Netflix. “My quality of life, confidence, • Join a book club Kindness Project”. health and well-being. • Work on a personal project 2. Engagement in art and music

INDIA MATTERS | JULY 2021 | 14 | COMMUNITY COMMUNITY

On 30 July 2021 PBSK and the SURRENDERING OF INDIAN PASSPORT AWARENESS CAMP Consulate General of India, Dubai organized an awareness ON ACQUISITION OF FOREIGN NATIONALITY camp for 200 workers at Balmer FOR WORKERS Lawrie Workers Accommoda- Indian Citizenship Act 1955 does not provide for dual citizenship. It is an offence tion, Al Quoz, Dubai. The event The Consulate General of India in Dubai under the Citizenship Act 1955 and the Passports Act 1967 for foreign nationals to started with a formal introduc- focuses to regulate and protect the rights of tion by Balmer Lawrie officials. hold Indian passports. Indian nationals are, therefore, required to surrender their Indian workers in the United Arab Emirates. Consul Labour Ms. Tadu Mamu, passports on acquisition of foreign nationality. Such passports when surrendered talked about various welfare will be cancelled and returned to the passport holder, along with surrender measures by the Indian Consu- late and encouraged them to certificate. avail the benefits of Upskilling initiative of the Consulate. PROCEDURE FOR SURREN- DERING INDIAN PASSPORT/ Shri. Anish Choudhury spoke about PBSK and Consular servic- CITIZENSHIP: es available for workers. Dr. T C Satish gave a presentation about the ill effects of alcoholism and APPLICATION FORM: smoking. State Bank of India official Shri. Prahlad Dave talked Fill the application carefully and submit the form about financial literacy impor- online. Take printout of the online submitted applica- tance of Pension, insurance. tion form. Around 130 SBI NRE/NRO Bank Accounts were opened for the PHOTOGRAPH: workers. The event was conclud- ed with cultural performance by Paste recent coloured photograph with white back- workers. The Event was well re- ground at the designated place. Size of photo should ceived and appraised by all par- be 51mm*51mm. ticipants. APPOINTMENT:

Visit the website of BLS and book an appointment for VC Ishwar Dass distributing PBSK leaflets to workers. desired time slot, date and location for submission of application using link https://blsindiavisa-uae.com/ he Consulate Gen- appointmentbls/appointment.php eral of India in Dubai works towards facilitat- SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION AT ing every need of the THE BLS CENTRE: large Indian work force Tin the United Arab Emirates. In the month of November in 2020 Visit the nearest BLS Center on the scheduled time and date. Pravasi Bhartiya Sahayta Kendra (PBSK) was shifted to the Consu- • Submit the application along with the requisite documents & prescribed fee. late’s premises to make the ser- • Signature on the application should be appended before the BLS staff at the designated places during vices of PBSK more robust and the submission. accessible specially for the work- • Follow the link for required documents to be submitted along with the application: https://blsindiavi- ers in the UAE. PBSK in collabo- sa-uae.com/passport/passport-Surrender-of-Indian-passport.php ration with the Consulate have been organizing several aware- DELIVERY OF SURRENDER CERTIFICATE: ness camps every fortnight for the upliftment and wellbeing of Surrender Certificate will be issued with in three working days and dispatched through the mode as the Indian workers in the UAE. chosen by the applicant. These camps mainly focus on physical health, financial literacy Note: No penalty will be imposed by Government of India for late surrendering of Indian passports and emotional wellbeing. after acquiring foreign nationality.

Sanskrit classes organized by Samskritam in association with the consulate. SAMSKRITAM अयं िनजः परो वेित गणना लघुचेतसाम्। उदारचरितानां तु वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्॥

atyameva Jayate (Truth since 2015. Ten Day Samskri- interactive sessions. Samskri- alone triumphs)” adorns ta Sambhashana shibiram and totsava is also celebrated every our National Emblem, Balakendram (weekly classes year, in which students of all age Vasudaiva Kutumbakam for children) are conducted as a groups come together and per- Consul General Dr. Aman Puri in a virtual meeting with PRERANA family (The World is one family) foundation course to break this form various cultural programs PRERANA – ‘We in- Sdefines India’s view of the world. myth and to provide an atmos- in Samskritam like skits, songs, interactions between its mem- AIMS Media is conducting free These and many more enlight- spire’, an initiative of bers continued. On-going initia- digital literacy workshops, de- phere to pick up Samskritam as story-telling, fancy dress, dance ening phrases emerges from the Consulate Gen- tives such as the ‘Best Buddies’ signed to introduce participants a spoken language. Once the etc. As a part of the initiative, a Sanskiritam literatures. San- eral of India, Dubai, program with The Millennium to various digital art forms. The foundation course is complet- library (Samskrita granthasha- skritam is one of the largest re- was started in 2009 School, Dubai and the ‘Take Care’ upcoming workshop on 21st ed, students are encouraged to la), with more than 1,200 books pository of India’s rich literature, Mto support and empower differ- event with the Dubai Medical August 2021 focuses on Digital enroll for the four-level certifi- has been set up in the Consulate history, culture, art and scientific ently abled individuals and their College were continued online. Painting, and is open to all. cation courses, with exams con- Office which further adds in -en achievements. One of the myths families. Its aim is to help create Many online workshops were or- PRERANA, a community initia- ducted twice a year for both Chil- hancing the knowledge of the pertaining to the study of lan- an inclusive environment which ganised on themes such as Yoga tive, requests readers to come dren and adults. In addition to language among the Samskritam guage has been that it is a writ- would enable differently abled and Dance Movement Therapy. forward and support the spe- these courses, competitions for Enthusiasts. People of any age ten language, not a spoken lan- individuals to develop their tal- PRERANA also celebrated its 10- cially-abled, who in the UAE are children are organized as part can enroll for these courses, no guage. In fact, the mere meaning ents and abilities and be active year journey with online sem- rightly called the ‘People of De- of the International Yoga day background of Samskritam is re- of “bhasha” is “bhashate anena” members of the society. Over inars conducted over 10 days, termination’. (IYD) celebrations and prizes are quired. Interested people are en- or “that which is spoken”. Large the last 12 years, PRERANA has which were led by distinguished distributed to encourage them. couraged to make use of these number of Indians residing in developed various programs experts from various disciplines. Compiled by Ms. Meeta Chopra Samskritamanthanam which is learning opportunities made UAE have shown their interest and collaborative initiatives to International disability day on 4 Coordinator PRERANA a series of Samskritam lectures available through various cours- in learning the language. In re- fulfil these objectives. Dec 2020 and International Day For more details and informa- are organized four times a year, es and supporting resources. sponse to this, Indian Consulate, During the Covid pandemic, of Yoga on 21 June 2021 includ- tion on PRERANA Initiative – con- for which learned scholars from Dubai has been collaborating PRERANA pursued its programs ed as part of the ongoing virtual tact N.Mohan Chief Coordina- India are invited to share their For any queries, please email with Samskrita Bharati and ac- through online platforms to activities. tor -PRERANA on mobile No: + knowledge with the students [email protected] tively promoting Samskritam ensure that the much-needed PRERANA in collaboration with 97150 5517848 through lectures, seminars and

ART & CRAFT of art expression. Each piece on CELEBRATION OF 75 YEARS OF display speaks of a different style EXHIBITION SERIES of art, including, traditional Warli INDEPENDENCE OF INDIA, painting, abstract form, pen, and Consul General Dr Aman Puri ink-work, and much more. The ‘AZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV’ and H.E. Mr. Khalil Abdul-Wahid, guest of honour at the event, Director of Fine Arts, Dubai Cul- H.E. Mr. Khalil Abdul-Wahid, Di- Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav is an embodiment ture and Arts Authority, inaugu- rector of Fine Arts, Dubai Culture rated the Art & Craft Exhibition at and Arts Authority, said: “It was of all that is progressive about India’s so- the Indian Consulate Auditorium an honor to see how the Con- cio-cultural, political and economic identity. on 15 July 2021. Nine Indian art- sulate is both a diplomatic and ists in UAE, who were short-list- cultural hub. I enjoyed meeting ed from 650 entries, displayed the artists, it was an experience their creativity, depicting vibrant pleasing to the eye and interact- colors of Indian culture, tradi- ing with the artists was a learn- tion, heritage and its people, in ing process for me. We are lucky this exhibition. The exhibition that we live in the UAE, which is a displays impressions of differ- multicultural place.” Consul Gen- ent techniques and art styles, eral Dr. Aman Puri personally bringing forward a vivid conflu- congratulated all artists for their ence of traditional and modern valuable participation in the ex- Indian artwork. The participating hibition and being a cultural am- artists are Atul Panase, Anjani P bassador of India in UAE. The Consul General Dr. Aman Puri and Mr. Khalil Abdul-Wahid, Director of Fine Arts, Dubai Culture and Arts with 9 participating artists for Art & Craft Exhibition. Laitu, Punam A Salecha, Vidisha audience enjoyed the exhibition Pandey, Swapnil Jawali, Shrutika and appreciated the richness of ary icon Rabindranath Tagore Gosawi, Masarratfatima Sulaim- Indian art and culture. and his lasting impressions on ani, Soumya Shree and Akshay A Kathak dance performance Russia, highlighted India’s tra- Arora. was presented by students of ditional and timeless spirit of Mr. Atul Panase, who was the Gurukul Studio, which added “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” and curator for this exhibition and more color in the event and all the great legacy of the Indian has been practicing art in Dubai attendees: members of Diplo- polymath. for 20 years, expressed his grat- matic community, representa- itude on behalf of all artists for tives from Indian Universities, The experimental documentary, this opportunity presented by members from Indian diaspo- predominantly shot in the mul- the Indian consulate to be the ra and art lovers in Dubai and ticultural Mecca of Dubai and part of this grand celebration of Northern Emirates, enjoyed the with Apple iPhone8, narrates India@75 by showcasing their event. It was a great show put Premier of Last Poem at the Consulate the story of how a timeless song artworks and said that this ex- together by collective efforts of evolved for years to a totem of belongs to entire humanity” he hibition reflects the nine flavors everyone. ndia@75 is an initiative by events, to mark the celebration culture and universalism, with its further said, this film is also a the government of India of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ main protagonist Chakraborty’s testimony to the fact that art that would run globally over relentless pursuit to find the and culture connect people be- the next two years to cele- SCREENING OF THE genesis of the soulful creation yond language, beyond nationality and UAE has created a fertile brate the people, history, cul- DOCUMENTARY, being the focal theme. Also fea- Iture and achievements of India turing Uzbek national cultural ecosystem for people from more and Indians around the world. “LAST POEM” icon Farrukh Zokirov, one of the than 200 nationalities to come It will focus on five pillars: The first performers of the song in and live together in peace. Freedom Struggle, Ideas@75, The Consulate General of India the erstwhile Soviet Union, the The event was attended by Achievements@75, Actions@75, in Dubai, in collaboration with song is also a profound testimo- members of the diplomatic com- and Resolves@75. The Consu- Dubai-based AMC Media, organ- ny to the fact that music has got munity as well as representa- late General of India is organiz- ized a special premiere of the the pivotal power to transcend tives from Indian universities in ing series of events under this documentary “Last Poem” at the the barriers of languages, cul- Dubai and members of the Indi- initiative that will give an oppor- Consulate Auditorium on 11 July tures, regions, countries, and an community in Dubai and the tunity to large Indian diaspora 2021. As India marks the celebra- continents and is a great leveller. Northern Emirates. Ms Somdatta in the UAE to be the part of this tion of 75 years of its independ- Consul General Dr. Aman Puri Basu, the Director and founder Jan-Utsav, in the spirit of Jan- ence, the special screening of the said “Rabindranath Tagore hap- of Symphony Sargam in Dubai, Bhagidari. In the month of July film, showcasing Asia’s first-ever pened to have been born in In- mesmerized the audience by Indian Consulate hosted two Nobel laureate and Indian liter- dia. But I truly believe that he singing Rabindra Sangeet. Inauguration of Art & Craft Exhibition

INDIA MATTERS | JULY 2021 | 20 | INDIA MATTERS | JULY 2021 | 21 | SUPERBRANDS SUPERBRANDS LEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST NEGLECTED DISEASES As India celebrates 75 glorious years of Independence, Bharat Biotech re- affirms its relentless dedication to continuously innovate, develop and manufacture world-class, safe, efficacious, novel life-saving vaccines with The final analysis forCOVAXIN® uncompromising quality against viral diseases for the world population. efficacy from Phase 3 Clinical Trials was recently announced, efficacy analysis demonstrated COVAXIN® to be 93.4% effective against severe symptomatic COVID-19 and, 77.8% effective against symptomatic COVID19. Efficacy against asymptomat- Dr. Krishna M. Ella ( Founder Bharat Biotech ic COVID-19 established 63.6% protection and confirmed 65.2% age. The company is driven by COVAXIN® is a true reflection protection against the Delta science and validated by empir- of Bharat Biotech’s ability to de- variant. ical evidence. Its commitment velop novel vaccines and sustain to data transparency has been long-term product development COVAXIN® is under way with proven again with 10 publica- against infectious diseases. additional clinical trials to es- tions on COVAXIN®, covering tablish safety and efficacy in all aspects of product develop- children between 2-18 years of ment, all within 12 months.

harat Biotech Inter- is proven to provide long-term public health burden in several national founded by protection to adults and in- countries across the globe. The Dr. Krishna M. Ella and fants, 6 months and older chil- spread of severe acute respira- Mrs. Suchitra Ella in dren against typhoid. Typhoid is tory syndrome coronavirus-2 1996, after leaving a caused by the bacterium Salmo- (SARS-CoV-2) has infected mil- Bsuccessful career in the US to es- nella typhi, and is responsible for lions of people worldwide. tablish a life sciences startup to over 12 million new infections create innovative vaccines and and more than 130,000 deaths Bharat Biotech was proud to bio-therapeutics. Now, the com- each year. swiftly develop COVAXIN®, In- pany in is 25th year, is a leading dia’s first indigenous vaccine vaccine innovator, and multidi- ROTAVAC®: Rotavirus causes against COVID-19 in collabora- mensional innovation-oriented diarrhoea among infants and tion with ICMR and NIV. A highly biotechnology specializing in children throughout the world, purified and inactivated 2 dose R&D, manufacturing, marketing, causing over 450,000 deaths SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, manufac- and distribution of vaccines and worldwide annually. ROTAVAC® tured in a Vero cell manufac- bio-therapeutics, with a world was developed from an Indian turing platform, COVAXIN®, is class Bio-Safety Level 3 manufac- rotavirus 116E strain G9 P [11] developed and manufactured in turing, and vaccine supply and isolated in the All-India Insti- Bharat Biotech’s BSL-3 (Bio-Safe- distribution. tute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), ty Level 3) bio-containment facil- BREAKTHROUGH Delhi in 1986-88. Launched by ity, one of its kind in the world. the Hon’ble Prime Minister of NOVEL VACCINES India, Shri Narendra Modi in COVAXIN® was evaluated in New Delhi in March 2015 and is approximately 1200 subjects in FROM one of the first novel vaccines Phase I and Phase II clinical trials, BHARAT BIOTECH to be completely developed in and 25800 volunteers across India. India for the largest phase III effi- Typbar TCV®, a 4th generation The pandemic of COVID-19 cacy trial ever conducted for any vaccine against typhoid disease, has caused an unprecedented vaccine in India. Bharat Biotech Hyderabad Campus

goodwill and high level of ex- presence is strongly felt in Korea changes. In the last five years, include the Indian Overseas the bilateral trade volume be- Bank, State Bank of India besides tween India and Korea has con- major IT firms like L&T Infotech, stantly crossed USD 20bn, with Wipro Technologies, TATA Con- a slight decline in 2020 to USD sultancy Services etc. In his ad- 17.5bn. Many Korean firms are dress Dr. Aman Puri, Consul Gen- already well-established in In- eral of India stated that there are dia’s manufacturing landscape. vast commercial opportunities Companies like Hyundai, Sam- for both the nations in the fields sung and LG are household of shipbuilding, steel, nuclear names in India. In addition, there energy, heavy electrical ma- are around 600 large and small chinery, IT, space, defence and Korean firms, which have offic- energy sectors. He also high- es in India. Indian companies lighted the initiative ‘Korea Plus’ too, have been active players proposed by Prime Minister Shri in the mergers and acquisition Narendra Modi in June 2016 in space in Korea. Novelis, which is India to promote and facilitate a Hindalco subsidiary, Mahindra Korean investments in India. It & Mahindra, Tata Motors have is not a mere coincidence that invested in acquiring Korean India and the Republic of Korea companies in the various areas share the tiger as their national of manufacturing. Other prom- animal. Dr. Aman Puri, further inent Indian businesses whose said that as the world resets

Consul General Dr. Aman Puri said, Consul General Dr. Aman Puri & Consul General of Republic of Korea Mr. Byung Jun Moon with representatives of business houses from India & Korea there are vast commercial oppor- INDIA KOREA tunities for both the nations in every BUSINESS MEET field of buisness. India & Korea shares a history of more than 2000 years and in the altered landscape of the post pandemic world, both nations must foresee a strong- Consul General Dr. Aman Puri addressing the business delegation. er bilateral relationship with each other. itself post 2020, the need for between India and Korea will forge agreements and promote he leaders and rep- supermarkets, healthcare, logis- was represented by Korea In- greater cooperation and for the create new avenues for coopera- international cooperation. The resentatives of the tics, food distributors, personal ternational Trade Association, two tigers to roar and hunt in tion and will provide mutual ben- mega event will also serve as a Korean and Indian care and business groups. The Korea Trade-Investment Pro- tandem is being felt more than efits with additional growth. The venue to discover how business- business houses gath- Indian side was represented by motion Agency, Korea Business ever before. The two countries Consul General remarked that es can capitalize on untapped ered together for ‘India trade bodies and companies like Development Center, GS Global share a history of more than the India Korea Business Meet areas from emerging markets TKorea Business Meet’ on 29th KEF Holdings, Lulu Group, VPS Corp., POSCO International, STX 2000 years and in the altered will be a head start to success in the foreseeable future. The July, 2021 at the Consulate au- Healthcare, Larsen & Toubro Middle East FZE, LX International landscape of the post pandemic and will pave way for many such interactive meet provided a plat- ditorium. It was jointly organ- Ltd., Tata Ltd., Indian Business Corp. among others. DP World world, India and Korea must fore- events and opportunities in the form to explore further opportu- ized by the Consulate General of Promotion Council, Confedera- also marked their presence to see a stronger bilateral relation- future. Expo 2020 Dubai will be nities for collaboration between India, Dubai, Consulate General tion of Indian Industries Dubai, support the event. India - Korea ship with each other. Mr. Byung the first major global event that Korean and Indian companies of the Republic of Korea, Dubai Al Adil, Institute of Chartered Ac- relations have made great Jun Moon, Consul General of will herald a post pandemic eco- based in UAE. The trade bodies along with the Korea Internation- countants of India, Nikai Group strides in recent years and have Republic of Korea during his ad- nomic recovery. The six-month from both the sides also ex- al Trade Association. The busi- of Co., Arab India Spices, Ajmal become truly multi-dimensional, dress emphasized on the strong duration of Expo 2020 will pro- pressed their willingness and in- nessmen represented a wide Perfumes, New India Insurance, spurred by a significant conver- diplomatic relations between vide a unique global platform terest to work together in future spectrum of sectors including Zepth Tech & Design and Orien- gence of interests, mutual India and Korea. He stated that for both India and Korea to join with sector specific focus for steel, construction, investments, tal Insurance. The Korean side strengthening mutual relations hands and attract investments, mutual benefits.

the ways of doing business. India’s evolution as an enterprising fintech nation is due to several initiatives taken by successive governments in recent years. The Prime Minister ‘s repeated empha- sis on the use of technology to revolutionize the financial ecosystem in the country is a testimony to the present government’s intent towards driving this change. Land- mark initiatives in the recent past by the government have been instrumental in acceler- ating the speed at which the country is adopting technology in the financial sector.

Steps such as demonetization, ing access to financial services which means over 77 per cent Jan Dhan and higher internet and building scalable platforms of the population has internet penetrability have led to a dra- to move money (IMPS, UPI, etc.) access . Furthermore, due to the matic rise in digital transactions and finally, allowing banks and low cost of data and increased and higher transaction volume. fintechs to access platforms like internet access, WhatsApp usage In 2020, the transaction volume UPI to innovate have all aided in rural India has doubled over INDIA’S EVOLUTION AS AN share in India stood at 15.6 per this revolutionary growth. In the last year. More than 65 per cent and 22.9 per cent for instant India, the financial journey has cent of India’s population is rural payments and other electronic only begun and fintechs can play and live in the remotest parts of ENTERPRISING FINTECH NATION payments respectively and this an important role in bridging the the country and could benefit figure is expected to grow to demand gap in financial servic- from digitised financial services. he last decade has seen most convenient and flexible op- with negligible credit history and 71.7 per cent by 2025. Finan- es. India has over 500 million Fintechs can make a significant unprecedented growth tions in financial services for its delivering customised product cial inclusion programs ensur- smartphone users as of 2019, impact by bringing the unbanked in the number of start- citizens. India has the 2nd high- portfolios have helped drive population into the formal bank- ups. Startups enable est number of fintech startups their top-line growth. New lending system. Their platforms and innovation and job cre- founded in the last three years, ing models basis more credit services can also be leveraged in Tation which are important pil- a total of 2,174 fintech startups scoring data -such as behaviour providing wages and in under- lars of economic growth. Today, exist as of June’20 . The impact and social data, aims to increase taking utility transactions. India is the third largest startup of fintech is apparent in many the lending threshold by 15-20 India, along with China, account- nation in the world and boasts consumer-facing services. Digi- per cent which presents a huge ed for the highest adoption rate over 50 unicorns . Despite the tal payments and digital lending market opportunity. Growing of 87 per cent (global adoption pandemic disrupting the econ- are leading the fintech space by personal wealth and an increas- rate is 64 per cent) out of all omy, 16 startups have entered offering a wide variety of ser- ing need for personal finance emerging markets in the world the unicorn club this year . Many vices improving customer expe- management have propelled . As a country with the world’s sectors including edtech, health- rience and making doing busi- wealthtech industry. India is fastest fintech adoption rate, 3rd tech, logitech have received ness easier. There are over 375 already the fifth-largest Asian largest fintech ecosystem global- much attention from domestic payment startups in the coun- market in terms of affluent, highly and with a considerable popu- and overseas investors, but the try and payments apps such as net-worth (UNW) and ultra-high- lation on the verge of transition- one that outperformed others Paytm, PhonePe, and Google Pay net-worth (UHNW) individuals ing to the digital finance space, was Fintech. Fintech raised a are some of the top Unified Pay- . Beyond these core segments, India is set to march towards record amount of USD 2 Billion ments Interface (UPI)-enabled new areas of opportunity lie in witnessing a paradigm shift in in 2021, a 4x increase from USD mobile apps. Similarly, fintech in insurtech, agritech, healthcare the financial sector. 495 Million compared to the first lending are targeting the unmet and proptech (real estate) which five months of last year . With the demand of customers that were are vital sectors of the economy Author – Remya Lakshmanan, confluence of finance and tech- otherwise far excluded from and are on the verge of disrup- nology, fintech in India has taken the system. Focus on low ticket tion. Several startups are foray- Strategic Investment the centre stage offering the size loans and young population ing into these sectors disrupting Research Unit

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KEVADIA avant-garde design, Gujarat’s a niche for itself with world- biggest city is a bustling cos- class urban planning. One can The unique and fastest develop- mopolitan hub. Ahmedabad is visit Jhulta Minar (shaking Mina- ing tourist destination in Guja- divided into two parts, cut into rates), Adalaj Stepwell, Ahmed rat famous for the world’s tallest distinct sections by the Sabar- Shah’s Mosque, Jama Masjid, statue of ironman of India Sardar mati River. On the eastern bank Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Sabar- Vallabhbhai Patel known as Statue of the river stands the quaint mati Ashram etc. Add to this of Unity. The Statue is - 182 metre old quarter, which is marked by a vibrant array of street-food high (approx. 600 feet). Statue of winding lanes throbbing with and colourful bazaars, and Ah- Unity is a humble commemoration tradition and culture, and on medabad becomes a tourist of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel by his the western side is the sprawl- hub where one would be spoilt countrymen, saluting his contribu- ing new town that has created for choices. tion to bring everyone together. Nestled between the Satpura and Vindhyachal mountain ranges, the Statue of Unity overlooks the vast surrounds and the river basin of the Narmada River and the sprawl- ing Sardar Sarovar dam in Kevadia. It stands on the Sadhu Bet hillock, connected by a 300-metre bridge, which offers access from the main- land to the statue. In an outreach programme, the State Government of Gujarat requested Indian farm- VADODARA ers to donate to donate their used farming equipment to collect iron Vadodara Speckled with gor- is a well-preserved Islamic pre- needed for the statue of Sardar Statue of Unity Kevadia, Gujarat geous palaces, grand monu- Mughal city. Deep dive into the Patel and it is believed that about ments and historical temples, culture of the city and explore its 5000 tonnes of iron is believed to be One can carry back beautiful the ancient city of Vadodara is artistic heritage - from exquisite collected. Details of the construc- memories, by visiting SOU Sou- stretched along the banks of lacquer work to beautiful bead- tion and history of the leader can STATUE OF UNITY venir Shop. The Souvenir shop is the Vishwamitri River. Vadodara work, there’s a lot on offer for be seen in an in-house museum, located near the Statue of Unity is renowned all over the world shoppers. The city also boasts a inside the statue. KEVADIA, GUJARAT and at several other places at for the awe-inspiring Statue of busy and vibrant culinary scene The Statue will stand high, not just in metres Kevadia. Ekta Mall, spread over Unity, the tallest of its kind in the and sampling delicacies like world that stands against a pic- kansaar (a dessert), khandvi (a and feet, but much more in terms of academic, 35,000 feet area, various states of India have opened hand- turesque backdrop of Vindhya savoury prepared with mustard historical, national and spiritual values. looms, handicrafts, and tradi- and Satpura mountains. One seeds, sesame seeds, corian- tional textile showrooms. can visit UNESCO World Herit- der etc.) and makai chevada (a evadia, where the Statue of pm onwards except Monday. The age Site of Champaner-Pavaga- snack made with corn cobs) is a Unity is located has been colourful laser lighting system dh Archaeological Park, which delightful experience. developed as a family des- is accompanied by an excellent tination suitable for every narration of the history and life Kage group. The main attractions of Sardar Patel and his contribu- includes Laser Light and Sound tion to the Independence Move- Show, Tour of Valley of Flow- ment and the unification of India as one nation. The Valley of flowers (Also known as Bharat Van), Since Kevadia is accessed from ers is spread over 24 acres of Tour of Sardar Sarovar Dam, Ahmedabad (approx. 195 kms) land and have around 22 Lakh Nauka Vihar , Dino Trail, Jungle or Vadodara (90 kms.) it also of plants. The spot resembles Safari, Valley of Flowers, Butter- allows you a chance to visit a rainbow of flowers setup on fly Garden, Vishwa Van, Cactus these historically rich cities of earth. The Sardar Sarovar dam, Garden, Ekta Nursery, cycle Gujarat. Declared as India’s the third highest concrete dam in tracks etc. makes the destina- first UNESCO World Heritage India is one of the must visit at- tion more attractive and fascinat- City, Ahmedabad or Amdavad is traction in Kevadia. The each and ing. Laser Light and Sound Show steeped in history and tradition. every attraction situated around using laser technology projected A seamless blend of spectacu- Statue of Unity in Kevadia is well on the Statue of Unity takes place lar architecture of centuries-old developed and a must visit. everyday in the evening 07:30 mosques and contemporary Laxmi Vilas Palace, Vadodara, Gujarat

As we eagerly await resumption of the suspended edition of the greatest sporting extravaganza, BC- CI’s ‘Indian Premier League’ in the UAE from Sep- This quiz is compiled by Murali tember 19 for a 27-day window to complete the Krishnan Sankaran. 31 remaining matches, could you guess the name of the only team in IPL, that has never changed its captain? India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a kaleidoscopic variety and rich cultural heritage. As the largest democracy in the world, it has achieved all-round socio-economic progress since Independence. Yet, there is so much to know about Incredible India – this quiz attempts to help you discover more about our great motherland! 6 Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016, the Khangchendzonga National Park, in the heart of the Himalayas, is one of the largest national parks in India. Noted for its spectacular wildlife like snow leopard, red panda, great Tibetan sheep, musk deer As we commence celebrations for the 75th Anni- among others, this national park comprises versary of Indian Independence (Azadi ka Amrit 18 glaciers and 17 alpine lakes. Situated in Mahotsav), with a focus on becoming self-suffi- Sikkim it contains the tallest mountain in In- cient (Aatmanirbhar Bharat), our country has tak- dia. Name the mountain. en over an important role in a body at the United nations for the month of August and set to host signature events in three major areas of maritime 7 security, peacekeeping and counterterrorism during the month. Which important UN body are we talking1 about? The Redfort built on the banks of River Ya- The Statue of Unity, an ode to muna in Delhi is fortified by a 2.4 km long, the ‘Iron Man of India’ Sardar and 21 metres high wall made of red sand- Vallabhbhai Patel is located stone. From this amazing castle, the prime in the Kevadiya Colony, facing minister of India addresses the nation on the Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gu- Independence Day. Which Mughal emperor jarat. On the banks of which commissioned construction of this Fort in Indian river is the tallest stat- 1638, when he decided to shift his capital 8 ue in the world located? from Agra to Delhi? On 24 January 1950 (a day before India’s first Republic Day), Tagore’s “Bharoto Bha- gyo Bidhata” was officially -de Held usually every November at the time clared as the National Anthem This sportswoman’s family identified her of the Kartik Purnima full moon, this Fair 9of India by the Constituent As- strength when she was just 12, watching 2 is one of India’s most highly-rated travel sembly of India. The original her easily carry a huge bundle of fire- experiences, a spectacle on an epic scale, was written in Bengali and the wood home when her elder brother found attracting thousands of ______and vis- full song has 5 stanzas. How it hard to even pick it up. The diminutive ited by lakhs of visitors from all over the many stanzas were adopted in lady from Manipur, lifted a total of 202kg world. This town is also a pilgrimage site the final version of the Indian and etched her name in history by becom- for Hindus and Sikhs, famous among the National Anthem? ing the first ever Indian to win an Olympic holy sites is the red-spired BrahmaTem- silver medal in weightlifting. Identify this ple & Gurudwaras for GuruNanak and Guru woman who made India proud by winning Gobind Singh. Fill in the blank.

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Camels (and Cattle) at Pushkar, Rajasthan. Rajasthan. Pushkar, at Cattle) (and Camels a medal on the first day of Tokyo Olympics. 10.

Only one, the first stanza stanza first the one, Only 9.

Narmada River River Narmada 8.

Kanchenjunga Kanchenjunga 7.

Chennai Super Kings Kings Super Chennai

We know that Mumbai was known as Bombay 10 6.

A Submarine Museum - INS Kursura, commissioned in the Indian Navy as its fourth submarine was decommissioned in 2001 and rests majestically in an enclosed area. area. enclosed an in majestically rests and 2001 in decommissioned was submarine fourth its as Navy Indian the in commissioned Kursura, INS - Museum Submarine A

before being renamed in December 1995. A museum stands on the beach of Visakhapa- 5.

3 Gujarati. and Marathi in ‘Mumbai’ and Hindi in

Bom Bahia; The group of islands was named Bom Bahai which meant ‘good harbour’. Later the British anglicized the name to Bombay. Bombay has always been known as ‘Bambai’ ‘Bambai’ as known been always has Bombay Bombay. to name the anglicized British the Later harbour’. ‘good meant which Bahai Bom named was islands of group The Bahia; Bom What was the name given to Bombay by the tnam, Andhra Pradesh which is the only one 4.

Saikhom Mirabai Chanu Chanu Mirabai Saikhom

Portuguese explorer Ferdinand de Almei- of its kind in Asia. Only the USA, the UK and 3.

Shah Jehan Jehan Shah 2.

UN Security Council Council Security UN da who reached this area in 1508, before it Russia have such museums. What are we 1. passed into the hands of the British? talking about here? 4INDIA MATTERS | JULY 2021 5 | 32 | INDIA MATTERS | JULY 2021 | 33 | UPCOMING EVENTS India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Green Manufacturing Challenge Aug 20, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Global Sustainable Housing Design Competition Sep 25, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Global Photography Competition on Inclusivity and Diversity Oct 7, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Business Plan Competition for Social Enterprises Oct 25, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Future Universities Design Competition Nov 7, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Digital Services Design Competition Nov 30, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Success Stories of Rural Women in India Dec 7, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Global Yoga Competition for children Dec 20, 2021 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Agri Waste Management Technology Competition Jan 7, 2022 India @ Expo 2020 Dubai: Ocean Pollution Mitigation Competition Feb 10, 2022

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