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VOL 14 ISSUE 30 ● NEW YORK / DALLAS ● JULY 24 - 30 , 2020 ● ENQUIRIES: 646-247-9458 www.theindianpanorama.news AMERICA US maintains ‘tremendous cooperation’ with UNITED India on Chinese border aggression: Amb Juster AGAINST WASHINGTON (TIP): The Trump Western sector, but also in the central COVID-19 administration has maintained close and East. Throughout all of this, we've contact and "tremendous cooperation" had very close contact with our Indian KEEP SAFE with India on the latest Chinese border counterparts and quite frankly, ● Follow CDC guidelines aggression, America's top envoy in New tremendous cooperation," US ● Observe Social Distancing Delhi has said, asserting that the last six Ambassador to India Ken Juster said on ● Wash Hands Frequently months have been unprecedented in Wednesday in his address to the virtual KEEP AMERICA SAFE terms of the bilateral relationship. India Ideas' Summit organized by the US The troops of India and China have India Business Council. been locked in a standoff in several areas The ambassador's remarks came two along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in days after US Defense Secretary Mark eastern Ladakh since May 5. The Esper described the Chinese military's situation deteriorated last month aggressive activities in the region as Invites articles and advertisements for following the Galwan Valley clashes that "destabilizing". India's Independence Day special edition to left 20 Indian Army personnel dead. Esper also said the US was "very be published on August 14. "For now, (we are) watching the issues US Ambassador to India Ken Juster. closely" monitoring the situation Last date for submission of articles: Aug 2 on the Northern border of India in which between India and China along the Line Photo / Twitter@USAmbIndia Last date for booking space China has raised disputes throughout the of Actual Control. contd on Page 2 for advertisement: Aug 7 Email articles to [email protected] Email advertisements to Randhir Jaiswal Assumes Charge as [email protected] For any question, please call 646-247-9458 Consul General of India in New York STAY SAFE AND BLESSED I.S. SALUJA

NEW DELHI (TIP): Ambassador Randhir Kumar Jaiswal , on July 19, COVID-19 assumed charge as Consul General of Worldwide Update India in New York . He has succeeded U.S. records over Page 21 Ambassador Sandeep Chakravorty who remained Consul General from April 1,000 new coronavirus 2017 to June 2020. deaths for a second Ambassador Jaiswal 's last posting Green Card waitlist for was as Joint Secretary cum Social day in a row Secretary to the President of India Indians is more than 195 Ramnath Kovind . A 1998 Indian Foreign Over 142,000 lives have been years: US senator Service officer, Jaiswal headed the lost to the virus in the United foreign affairs office of the Rashtrapati States over the last five A 1998 Indian Foreign Service officer, Randhir Bhavan and advised the President on months, the highest in the Jaiswal, on July 19,assumed charge as India's foreign policy. contd on Page 3 Consul General of India in New York world. WASHINGTON (TIP): The deaths from the novel coronavirus Community Stalwart in the United States rose by more than 1,000 for a second day in a row Peter Bheddah Passes Away on Wednesday, July 22, including a record one-day rise in fatalities in HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): Mr. Peter Alabama, Nevada and Texas, Bheddah, a community stalwart in the Tri- according to a Reuters tally. A Green Card, known officially as a Permanent Resident Card, is a document State area of New York, New Jersey and The United States has not seen issued to immigrants to the US as evidence Connecticut, passed away on July 21. He was back-to-back days with over 1,000 that the bearer has been granted the 80. lives lost since June 5-6. Weeks after privilege of residing permanently A man of charitable disposition and cases began to surge, 23 states are generous to a fault, Mr. Bheddah was driven now seeing fatalities also rise, WASHINGTON (TIP): The backlog by an overriding impulse to help the needy.He according to a Reuters analysis of for an Indian national to get permanent delved deep into his own pockets and worked deaths for the past two weeks residency or Green Card is more than tirelessly to provide the much-needed succor compared with the prior two weeks. 195 years, a top Republican senator has to the needy in the US as well as India. While deaths are rising in the said, urging his Senate colleagues to Mr. Bheddah was associated with a number United States for a second week in a come out with a legislative resolution to of organizations , and won recognition for his row, they remain well below levels address this problem. community work from all quarters. He was a seen in April, when on average A Green Card, known officially as a recipient of one of the highest civilian honors 2,000 people a day died from the Permanent Resident Card, is a of US- the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, virus. document issued to immigrants to the besides many other. awards. One hard-hit Texas county is US as evidence that the bearer has been Several community and business storing bodies in refrigerated granted the privilege of residing organizations and individuals have mourned A community leader and a trucks after COVID-19 deaths permanently. Senator Mike Lee said on the death of Mr. Bheddah who leaves behind philanthropist, Mr. Peter Bheddah doubled in the span of a week. Wednesday that the current Green Card his wife Dorothy, two daughters, and passed away at 80, at his Port contd on Page 2 Washington, NY residence on policy did nothing for the child of an grandchildren . Read Tribute on page 11. July 21. contd on Page 2 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 2 TURN PAGE FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

contd from page 1 (EB3) Green Cards. EB1-3 are different China. categories of employment-based Green "While we continue to debate the best US maintains Cards. way to fix the Green Card backlog, let's PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER: ‘tremendous Lee, the senator from Utah, was make sure that no children of the Prof. Indrajit S. Saluja speaking on the legislation moved by affected families are harmed or VICE PRESIDENT: cooperation’ with India Senator Dick Durbin that seeks to deported. Just that simple. I offered a Chitagam Saluja protect immigrant workers and their new bill, very simply stated, to protect on Chinese border children who are stuck in the green card children of immigrant workers act. This CHIEF EDITOR: backlog. brief three-page bill would ensure that Prof Indrajit S. Saluja aggression: Amb Juster "Green cards are critical in the lives of children do not age out while waiting for CONSULTING EDITOR : "We have seen post the (India) visit of so many who are here on temporary a Green Card," Durbin said. Deepak Dwidedi, Chairman, the President several further work visas. The backlog puts families at "Imagine if you brought your children Bhaskar Group, Delhi conversations between the President and risk of losing their immigration status to the United States, worked on an H-1B ASSISTANT EDITOR: the Prime Minister. The Secretary (of as they wait year after weary year to visa and your children are waiting for Bidisha Roy State) has spoken on numerous occasions finally make it through this green card you for the Green Card, you are paying SPL. REPORTER UNO: with (External Affairs) Minister backlog," Durbin said. for them to go to college because they H.S. Panaser Jaishankar. I think it's really solidified "Our bipartisan agreement would add don't qualify as American Citizens for GRAPHICS DIRECTOR: their relationship," Juster said. critical protections that were not in the any type of federal financial aid. You're Deputy Secretary of State Stephen original bill for immigrant workers and making great sacrifices for them and Om Parkash Malik Biegun had spoken not just with Foreign their immediate family members who then the day comes when they reach the DIRECTOR Secretary Harshvardhan Shringla but are stuck in the backlog. They would be age of 21 and they can be deported and ADMINISTRATION: also with a range of counterparts in the able to switch jobs and travel without your family divided," he said. Gauri Beri Indo Pacific region, he said. losing immigration status. And children "Why would we want to let that CONTRIBUTING Juster said there had been a host of of immigrant workers would be happen?" Durbin asked. PHOTOGRAPHERS: ministerial-level interactions between protected from aging out so they will not Noting that he has met many of these Baldev Singh / BJ Videos the two countries, including the one face deportation," he said. young people, the senator said it breaks Gunjesh Desai / Masala Junction between Commerce Minister Piyush The Lee-Durbin agreement would his heart to hear their story that they Jay Mandal, Goyal and US Trade Representative make three changes to the Fairness for may reach a point where they age out Mohammad Jaffer, Robert Lighthizer and Commerce High-Skilled Immigrants Act. First, it and be deported. SnapsIndia Secretary Wilbur Ross. would immediately protect immigrants "That's why I wanted to offer this Mohammad Shahzad, "The two countries also had a strategic and their families who are stuck in the specific single provision. There is no Zia Khan, energy partnership meeting. It is backlog by allowing them to "early file" reason these children should be Nisha Rani showing the breadth and the depth of the for Green Cards. punished for a broken immigration Vaaho Photographers, issues that the two countries work on This would allow workers to switch system. It's not beyond our control to Vijay Shah - Photo Journalist. together," he said, adding: "I think jobs and travel without losing help them," he added. (Source: PTI) CORRESPONDENTS : because of the intensity of the last six immigration status and prevent the SACRAMENTO: months, we've really had a new level of children of immigrant workers from U.S. records over 1,000 Parminder S. Aujla comfort in dealing with each other, a "aging out" of Green-Card eligibility so new coronavirus deaths NEW YORK : degree of trust and respect to get things they will not face deportation while they Chitagam done." are waiting for a Green Card. for a second day in a "I remember, issues we had and Second, the amendment would create a FRESNO: row repatriation flights, where we had to get green card set aside for immigrant Tarlochan Singh cooperation, not just from the Home workers who are unable to "early file" Hidalgo County, at the southern tip of DALLAS: Ministry and the Ministry of External because they are stuck in the backlog the state on the U.S. border with Mexico, Harjit Dhesi, Amarjit Dhillon Affairs but also at the local levels with overseas. has seen cases rise 60 percent in the last OVERSEAS state officials and with police officers. It Finally, the amendment would crack week, according to a Reuters tally, with CORRESPONDENTS shows the importance of these individual down on abuse of H-1B temporary deaths doubling to more than 360. LONDON relationships" he said. worker visas by outsourcing companies Crematoriums in the Hidalgo County Nirpal Singh Shergill Through all of this and the intensity of by prohibiting a company from hiring area have a wait list of two weeks, a the last six months and the range of additional H-1B workers if the local official said, forcing the county to SPL CORRESPONDENT emotions from an incredibly successful company's workforce is more than 50 use five refrigerated trucks that can hold DELHI BUREAU CHIEF: presidential visit to dealing with employees and more than 50 per cent 50 bodies each. Ashishpal Singh lockdown and all the urgent issues that temporary workers. Over 142,000 lives have been lost to the CHANDIGARH: came out of that, "we've really The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa virus in the United States over the last Manjit Sidhu transformed a strategic partnership into that allows US companies to employ five months, the highest in the world. LUDHIANA: a comprehensive global strategic foreign workers in specialty occupations Among the 20 countries with the largest A.S. Arora, partnership," Juster said. that require theoretical or technical outbreaks, the United States ranks sixth R.P.Sharma "As Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expertise. Companies depend on it to highest globally for deaths per capita, DALLAS BUREAU CHIEF & VP said recently, what may be the most hire tens of thousands of employees according to a Reuters analysis. important partnership of the 21st each year from countries like India and Lovllien Kaurr (Source: Reuters) century. So that's really what I think the 972-330-3139 last six months have done to solidify this [email protected] relationship," the top American diplomat The Indian Panorama said. (Source: PTI) P.O. Box No. 190067, South Richmond Hill, NY 11419, Green Card waitlist for Tel: 646-247-9458 Indians is more than 195 Email: [email protected] years: US senator immigrant whose dead parent's Green DISCLAIMER Card application was ultimately denied THE INDIAN PANORAMA ASSUMES because his or her job was no longer NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE available. CLAIMS MADE IN ADVERTISEMENTS. "Someone from India entering the WE ONLY SELL SPACE. VIEWS backlog today would have to wait 195 PUBLISHED IN THE NEWSPAPER years to receive an EB-3 green card. Even ARE THOSE OF THE AUTHORS AND if we give their children this limbo DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE status, none of them will have a prayer of VIEWS OF THE NEWSPAPER. ALL RIGHTS ARE RESERVED. becoming a US citizen," Lee said on the REPRODUCTION IN WHOLE OR IN Senator floor. PART WITHOUT PERMISSION IN In fiscal year 2019, Indian nationals WRITING FROM THE INDIAN received 9,008 category 1 (EB1), 2,908 PANORAMA IS PROHIBITED. category 2 (EB2), and 5,083 category 3 THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 NEW YORK 3 New York Launches Indian American Ramayya New Ad Campaign Krishnan Reappointed Aimed at Young People Dean of Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon

The weekly average COVID-19 rate among 21 to 30-year-olds has increased to 13.2 percent from 9.9 percent, Governor Cuomo said

ALBANY, NY (TIP): New York Vincent Bradley will lead the effort, During Krishnan's tenure, Heinz College has become home to a number of funded research Governor Andrew M. Cuomo launched a which will employ real time data to centers that focus on data-driven decision-making in key societal domains new ad campaign aimed at young people. enhance enforcement efforts by rapidly The weekly average COVID-19 rate deploying investigators to respond to NEW YORK (TIP): Ramayya disciplinary faculty in the fields of among 21 to 30-year-olds has increased to dangerous social distancing violations Krishnan has been reappointed to a engineering, social science and 13.2 percent from 9.9 percent. as they happen. The Task Force will third term as dean of the Heinz College information technology to form a Cuomo also announced the results of include investigators from the of Information Systems and Public college that is entirely distinctive in an expanded testing initiative within the Department of Health, Department of Policy. higher education." New York State Department of Financial Services, Department of Carnegie Mellon University Provost Garrett said during Krishnan's Corrections and Community Motor Vehicles, Department of Taxation Jim Garrett announced the tenure, Heinz College has become home Supervision to test individuals 55 years and Finance, the New York State reappointment in an email to the to a number of funded research centers and over. Of the nearly 4,000 individuals Insurance Fund and the Department of university community, praising that focus on data-driven decision- tested, 77 tested positive, resulting in a Agriculture and Markets. Krishnan for continuing to "push the making in key societal domains. Those 1.9 percent infection rate. The Governor also reiterated his call boundaries of interdisciplinary research centers include:Traffic21, the The Governor also announced for the federal government to provide research and education." He cited Metro21: Smart Cities Institute, the creation of a multi-agency task force to funding for state and local governments. Krishnan's achievement in helping to Living Analytics Research Centre, the crack down on social distancing The Governor also confirmed 811 found the School of Information Digital Transformation and Innovation violations at restaurants and bars across additional cases of novel coronavirus, Systems and Management, which with Center by PwC, the Initiative for Digital the state. New York State Police and bringing the statewide total to 409,697 the School of Public Policy and Entertainment Analytics and the Block State Liquor Authority Chairman confirmed cases in New York State. Management "brought together multi- Center for Technology and Society. Randhir Jaiswal Assumes Charge as Consul General of India in New York CONTD FROM PAGE 1

He had earlier served as Consul General of India in Johannesburg ,South Africa. Jaiswal is no stranger to New York. He had earlier worked as a Counselor at the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations in New York. Speaking with the editor of The Indian Panorama on July 23, Ambassador Jaiswal spelt out in brief his priorities which include nourishing and strengthening the already strong bonds between India and US, and exploring new areas of cooperation and relationship in diverse fields of economy, trade, technology, and culture etc. Ambassador Jaiswal added that serving the Indian Diaspora remains the primary focused concern of the Consulate. The strengthening of multi-stake Ambassador Jaiswal (right), on arrival in New York, holders relationship will be another was received by the acting Consul General priority, he said. Shatrughna Sinha (left) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 4 INDIANS ABROAD FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

Indian-American Puneet Ahluwalia Indian American Sutapa Ghosh Stricklett Named announces PAC for Lt USAID Asia Bureau Assistant Administrator Gov of Virginia race WASHINGTON (TIP): US President major Indo-American advocacy Donald J. Trump has nominated Sutapa organizations. Puneet Ghosh Stricklett, of Maryland, to be an Ms. Stricklett hails from Queens, New Ahluwalia, 55 , Assistant Administrator of the United York, and is a graduate of the State is an Indian- States Agency for International University of New York, Buffalo. She American Development(Bureau for Asia). earned her J.D. from the Columbus School Republican Her nomination was sent to Senate July of Law at the Catholic University of businessman 22. America. Photo / Sue Ghosh Stricklett is an attorney in Stricklett has been the general counsel courtesy Twitter/@Pun private practice with over twenty-five for American Hindu Coalition, which says eetahluwali5 years of experience in national security it is a non-partisan organization that says law and foreign affairs. The scope of her its aims is to "build a stronger America WASHINGTON (TIP): An Indian- practice includes Foreign Corrupt through Hindu Enlightenment Principles." American Republican businessman Practices Act compliance, intellectual She is the author of several articles in will run for the powerful office of property licensing and technology transfer, US media advocating close relations with Sue Ghosh Stricklett is an attorney in private Lieutenant Governor of Virginia and U.S. dual-use and defense trade control practice with over twenty-five years of India and on "Trump's outreach to Hindu has launched a political action licensing, and sanctions law enforcement. experience in national security law and Americans, both before and after his committee for it. She has served as an Asia policy advisor to foreign affairs election" with a slew of important Puneet Ahluwalia, 55, in an e-mail to three Presidential campaigns and several appointments in his administration. his supporters on Tuesday, announced: "I have taken the leap by launching the Proud American Political Action Committee to explore my run for Sikh-American Store Owner Attack: Hate Crime Charge Lieutenant Governor of Virginia." A Political Action Committee (PAC) Added against the Attacker is a tax-exempt organization in the US that raises money privately to influence Picture caption -Nearly three months who are targeted for being different elections or legislation. ago, Breemen verbally accosted Mr. know that this community will "I'm forming Proud American PAC Singh and his wife in their store in acknowledge it and stand with them in because for those Virginians who Lakewood, CO, repeatedly telling them solidarity." believe, as I do, that America is the both to "go back to your country." The Sikh Coalition, along with support greatest nation in the world, but our DENVER (TIP): Jefferson County from local community members- political leaders are not living up to the District Attorney's Office has decided to including the leadership of Colorado promise of our great state," said add a hate crime charge against Eric Singh Sahba and the Colorado Coalition Ahluwalia, who was a member of the Breemen for attacking Mr. Lakhwant Against Hate-as well as the law firm of Trump Campaign's Asia Advisory Singh. Moving forward, Breemen will be WilmerHale, has worked diligently over Committee in the 2016 presidential charged with multiple counts-now the past several weeks to push for the election campaign. including a bias-motivated crime-in the addition of this hate crime charge. Delhi-born Ahluwalia migrated to violent April 29 assault of Mr. Singh. Through these efforts, more than 2,600 the US in 1990. He serves as a consultant "I am so very grateful to everyone- people sent emails to Jefferson County to businesses on client acquisition, Sikhs and non-Sikhs alike, from District Attorney Peter Weir urging him Nearly three months ago, Breemen verbally marketing, and strategic affairs. His Lakewood, elsewhere in Colorado, across accosted Mr. Singh and his wife in their store to pursue a hate crime charge; in wife is from Pakistan and of Afghan the country, and beyond-who have stood in Lakewood, CO, repeatedly telling them addition, 29 organizations joined a sign- heritage. with me and my family in this incredibly both to "go back to your country." on letter earlier this month urging for "As a person of color, I sympathize difficult time," said Lakwhant Singh. "I the same, and many others signed and with those who are frustrated and appreciate the Jefferson County car and left him for dead; he later delivered additional petitions from angry about race in this country, but authorities hearing my story and, described Mr. Singh as an "older Arab" to across the world. We extend our deep not for the same reasons as the through these charges, recognizing the the officers who arrested him. gratitude to all of the allies who came progressive politicians in Richmond," role that hate played in my horrible "The decision to add a bias-motivated together to demand Ahluwalia said, referring to Left- attack." charge against Breemen is a resounding #JusticeForLakhwant. leaning groups. Nearly three months ago, Breemen victory not just for Mr. Singh, but for The Sikh Coalition also helped raise "We need to launch a real discussion verbally accosted Mr. Singh and his wife minority communities who are awareness for this case through among all Virginians about race and in their store in Lakewood, CO, threatened by bias and bigotry every successful media coverage from the local the ways we can bridge the gap in repeatedly telling them both to "go back day," said Amrith Kaur, Sikh Coalition to the national levels. We will continue to opportunities, income, and education," to your country." Immediately Legal Director. "Adding these charges provide updates in this case and also he said. afterwards, in the parking lot outside the sends a clear message: Hatred is not work with Colorado authorities to In a press statement, the Proud store, Breemen struck Mr. Singh with his welcome in Jefferson County, and those minimize the risk of future attacks. American PAC said it will work to elect candidates who are aligned with the core principles that everyone is created Indian-origin nurse in Singapore conferred with President's Award equal, with personal dignity, and SINGAPORE (TIP): A 59-year-old for COVID-19 patients. constitutional rights the government Indian-origin nurse in Singapore has "All that we learned from SARS, we should never be allowed to take away. been conferred with the President's can put into place now," the Channel "I believe with all my heart that Award for Nurses for serving on the News Asia quoted Narayanasamy who American free market capitalism is the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic. pointed the short time period to put such greatest engine of economic prosperity Kala Narayanasamy was among the procedures in place. ever devised. But our economy has left five nurses given the award, the Ministry She has been involved with the too many people behind," he said. of Health announced on Tuesday. modernization of nursing in Singapore, "We can and we should do better by Each recipient was awarded a trophy,a with her past projects including the making it easier to start and fund small certificate signed by President Halimah implementation of a self-checkout businesses in minority communities, Yacob and SGD 10,000 (USD 7,228). inventory management vending Kala Narayanasamy has been involved with encouraging greater job creation, Narayanasamy, who is the Deputy machine to track the usage of items. the modernization of nursing in Singapore organizing private internships for Director of Nursing at Woodlands She was also involved in the Photo for representation only every Virginia high school graduate, Health Campus, was awarded for using introduction of the use of a streamlined helping people climb the economic infection control practices, which she She tapped on this experience to wound assessment process that provides ladder, improving schools, and learned during the 2003 severe acute introduce workflows and standard accurate wound measurements and modernizing our infrastructure," respiratory syndrome (SARS) outbreak, operating procedures to convert wards at image capture. (Read full story Ahluwalia said. (Source: PTI) in the current pandemic. the Yishun Community Hospital to care at www.theindianpanorama.news) THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 INDIANS ABROAD 5

Indian American Scientist Indian American Sara Gideon Sanjiv Sam Gambhir, Pioneer in Molecular Endorsed by Joe Biden for U.S. Senate Imaging, Passes Away NEW YORK (TIP): Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee and former Vice President Joe Biden announced his endorsement of Sara Gideon in the Maine U.S. Senate race, citing her record of fighting for Mainers by working to expand access to affordable health care, cracking down on the skyrocketing price of prescription drugs, and taking bold action on climate change. "I want to congratulate Sara Gideon on her win in Tuesday's Democratic primary. This November, we need to restore the soul of America by ending the Presidency of Donald Trump. To do that, I need the help of every voter in Maine," said Joe The professor and chair of radiology at Stanford was a global leader in advancing Biden. "But ending the Trump nightmare is not enough. We techniques for molecular imaging and early can't just go back to the way things were. We need to make cancer detection. progress on health care, the climate crisis, criminal justice reform, our courts, and so much more. And to do that, I need Sara Gideon in the U.S. Senate. Sara has been a leader on NEW YORK (TIP): Sanjiv Sam expanding health care coverage and lowering costs. On Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee and former Vice Gambhir, MD, PhD, professor and fighting against opioids and fighting for working families. President Joe Biden announced his endorsement of Sara Gideon in the chair of radiology at the Stanford She's taken on the drug companies and she's fought for the Maine U.S. Senate race School of Medicine and an environment. I support Sara Gideon for U.S. Senate and hope of her campaign, holding in-person and virtual events to meet internationally recognized pioneer in you will too." and talk with voters about their concerns and challenges they molecular imaging, died July 18 of "I'm so honored to have Vice President Biden's support in face. Sara has been endorsed by over 75 elected officials from cancer. He was 57. this race and I know that together, we will make real progress across Maine, as well as the Maine AFL-CIO, Maine State The Virginia and D.K. Ludwig on the issues that matter most to Mainers," said U.S. Senate Building and Construction Trades Council, Maine State Professor of Cancer Research, candidate Sara Gideon. "Here in Maine, we've fought to expand Association of Letter Carriers, the Massachusetts and Gambhir dedicated his career to access to affordable health care, passed meaningful Northern New England Laborers District Council (LiUNA developing methods of early disease prescription drug reform, and set ambitious goals to fight MNNELDC), the Painters and Allied Trades International detection, ushering in a new era of climate change - and that's the kind of leadership Mainers and Union District Council 35, the Human Rights Campaign, the molecular imaging to flag signals of Americans need in Washington. The future of our country is at League of Conservation Voters Action Fund, the Natural disease in its nascent stages. He was stake in this election, and I'm proud to stand with Joe Biden to Resources Defense Council Action Fund, NARAL, Planned director of the Canary Center at win back the White House and flip the Senate in November." Parenthood Action Fund, End Citizens United, and Everytown Stanford for Cancer Early Detection, Sara has visited all sixteen counties in Maine over the course for Gun Safety. director of the Stanford and director of the Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford. Indian American CBS reporter Indian Origin Uttam Dhillon Named "Sam was a true visionary and a Nina Kapurdies in moped scientist of the highest caliber. His research and innovations have, with accident in New York Interpol Washington Director no uncertainty, founded modern NEW YORK WASHINGTON (TIP): Attorney medicine's approach to early disease (TIP): Nina Kapur, a General William P. Barr announced July diagnostics and will continue to guide 26-year-old Indian 20that Uttam Dhillon will become the future of precision health," said origin reporter in INTERPOL Washington Director after Lloyd Minor, MD, dean of the School of New York, died after Wayne Salzgaber returns to the U.S. Medicine. "Sam's contributions to she fell from a Department of Homeland Security Stanford, to human health, to the moped that had been following his over two-year detail science of diagnostics and to the many rented from Revel, a serving as INTERPOL Washington lives he has touched and impacted popular moped Director, effective August 1. INTERPOL throughout his career have been sharing service. Washington, the U.S. National Central immeasurable." The accident, Bureau, is a component of the U.S. Within the field of radiology, Before joining CBS New York as an which a company Department of Justice and is co- Gambhir was known for the Former Acting Administrator of on-air reporter, Kapur had worked spokeswoman said managed by the U.S. Department of development of positron emission at News 12 Connecticut since 2017 the Drug Enforcement was believed to be Homeland Security. Administration Uttam Dhillon tomography reporter genes, which can the first fatality involving a Revel moped, happened As INTERPOL Washington Director, has been named New Interpol flag molecular activity that signals about 5:30 p.m. Saturday,July 18 near the intersection Mr. Dhillon will act on behalf of the Washington Director something's gone awry in the body. of Franklin and India Streets, the police said, in the Attorney General as the official U.S. representative to INTERPOL, the To colleagues far and wide, he was Greenpoint section of Brooklyn - a mostly residential world's largest International Criminal Police Organization, and its 194 known as a leader and scientist with area that is dotted with neighborhood bars and member countries, leading the U.S. Government's efforts to share and sprawling expertise and a work ethic restaurants. exchange international criminal investigate, border security and to aspire to. More than that, colleagues Kapur was a passenger on a scooter that was being humanitarian assistance information across the INTERPOL said he was a kind and generous operated by a 26-year-old man. According to communications platform, and be responsible for all personnel and friend, a nurturing mentor and a authorities, the moped was northbound on Franklin assets dedicated to INTERPOL Washington's mission of supporting catalyst for collaboration. Street when "the operator swerved for an unknown domestic and international law enforcement and border security On the eve before his death, he was reason" and the two "fell to the roadway as a result." operations around the globe. awarded the Dean's Medal, the School Kapur was taken to Bellevue Hospital, where she was Mr. Dhillon is a dedicated public servant who has served in the of Medicine's highest honor, for his pronounced dead. Department of Justice, the White House, DHS, Congress, and as a "revolutionary contributions to "Reporter Nina Kapur joined the team in June 2019 career federal prosecutor. Dhillon was appointed Acting Administrator biomedicine and to human health." In and was known for her contagious smile and love for of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), on July 2, 2018, tandem with the honor, Minor storytelling," the station announced in a video and for nearly two years led a workforce of over 15,000 and oversaw a announced that a new professorship, tribute. Before joining CBS New York as an on-air budget of $3.2 billion. He was responsible for DEA's enforcement, the Sanjiv Sam Gambhir Professorship reporter, Kapur had worked at News 12 Connecticut intelligence, administrative, and regulatory activities worldwide. He in Translational Medicine, would since 2017. "News 12 staff members are remembering previously served on the Board of Directors for the International stand as a tribute to Gambhir's Kapur for her incredible work ethic, as well as her Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), and is co-chair of the IACP remarkable career "to further sense of humor and smile," a statement from the Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Committee. Prior to joining the DEA, recognize his unwavering leadership, station said. Nina, a native of Newtown, Pa. is he served as Deputy Counsel and Deputy Assistant to the President of compassion and commitment to survived by her mother, Monica, father, Anup, and the United States. science and medicine." her 24-year-old brother, Ajay. (Read full story at www.theindianpanorama.news) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 6 NEW YORK FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

Indian American Professor Venkatesan Skypass Foundation Charters First U.S. Airline Guruswami named 2020 Simons Investigator to Repatriate Indian Citizens during Pandemic

Guruswami is currently an Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at Carnegie Mellon University.

NEW YORK (TIP): Venkatesan Guruswami, a Carnegie Mellon University professor of Theoretical Computer Science, has been named a 2020 Simons Investigator by the New York-based Simons Foundation. Venkatesan Guruswami's research has led to major advances in the theory of error-correcting codes, approximate optimization, pseudorandomness and related complexity-theoretic and The one-way flight took off in the July 22 evening from Newark Airport in New Jersey heading to the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi mathematical aspects. His work on list decoding has yielded codes with NEWARK, NJ (TIP): The Skypass Indian citizens eligible to travel, based on Employees and their families of some of minimum possible redundancy for Foundation, part of the Dallas-based the Embassy of India's rules and the top global technology and correcting worst-case errors. His Skypass Group of Companies, chartered regulations, were also on the flight. professional services companies were on recent works include notable progress a United Airlines plane Wednesday, July "The Skypass Group has served the that flight, which was the first passenger on polar codes, deletion-correcting 22 to repatriate more than 150 Indian South Asian community for more than charter plane approved to repatriate codes, codes for cloud storage and citizens stranded in the U.S. because of three decades," said Founder & CEO stranded citizens from the U.S. to India. constraint satisfaction problems. the pandemic. The one-way flight took off Victor Abraham. "While we have been The Skypass Foundation, as part of its The Simons Foundation names in the evening from Newark Airport in deeply impacted during this pandemic, mission & humanitarian activities investigators each year who are New Jersey heading to the Indira Gandhi our mission has always been to transport complementing its efforts to provide outstanding scientists engaged in International Airport in Delhi. passengers back to their homes so that resources, education and support to those mathematics, physics, astrophysics, Priority was given to seniors and they can be reunited with their families, impacted by major medical challenges, computer science, or several related families with young children who needed especially during these turbulent times." has led both these efforts. The Foundation fields. The designation, which comes to return to India for urgent medical On July 4th, another private charter collaborated with both public and private with $100,000 per year for five years treatment or death emergencies and to flight (Etihad Airways) transported 300 sector agencies in the U.S. and India to and is renewable for a second five-year those with expired U.S. visas. Other passengers from Chicago to Mumbai. accomplish these undertakings. term, is meant to support outstanding theoretical scientists in their early years, when they are establishing creative new research directions, Twenty Young Adults Test COVID-19 Positive after providing leadership to the field and effectively mentoring junior attending House Party in New Jersey scientists. Venkatesan Guruswami received his bachelor's degree in Computer New Jersey's death toll from the coronavirus rose to 15,730 on Thursday, Science from the Indian Institute of July 23 with 177,887 total cases in a little less than five months Technology at Madras in 1997, and his PhD in Computer Science from the TRENTON, NJ isolate and contact Massachusetts Institute of (TIP): There are major your family physician. Technology in 2001. From 2002 to 2009, coronavirus concerns We encourage you to he was a faculty member at the in Monmouth County have your child tested University of Washington. He was a in New Jersey after for COVID-19." Miller Research Fellow at UC Berkeley hundreds of people The local health from 2001 to 2002, and was a member were potentially department said it was in the School of Mathematics at the exposed to the virus at conducting contact Institute for Advanced Study from a huge house party in tracing to narrow 2007 to 2008. Middletown. down the extent of the He currently serves on the editorial Authorities say that cluster.However, boards of the SIAM Journal on party, where there was "responsiveness has Computing, IEEE Transactions on alleged underage been less than Information Theory, and the ACM drinking, took place on satisfactory, with Transactions on Computation Theory, West Front Street on many refusing to and was program committee chair for July 11. answer our question," the health department said. the 2012 Computational Complexity At least 20 young adults between the ages of 15-19 New Jersey's death toll from the coronavirus rose to conference. He was an invited speaker contracted the virus either while there or from 15,730 on Thursday, July 23 with 177,887 total cases in at the 2010 International Congress of someone who was there. "If you think your child may a little less than five months - though the outbreak Mathematicians. He is a recipient of have attended such a party or participates in sports or here continues to slow, with the Garden State the Presburger Award (2012), Packard any other group activity that may have included standing alone as the only state in the U.S. that has Fellowship (2005), Sloan Fellowship anyone potentially exposed, please ask them to self- seen its number of new cases drop the last two full (2005), NSF CAREER award (2004), quarantine for 14 days to monitor for signs and weeks. ACM Doctoral Dissertation Award symptoms," the Middletown health department said in Thursday marks the 15th straight day New Jersey (2002), and IEEE Information Theory a statement. "If they become ill, they should self- has reported fewer than 50 new deaths in one day. Society Paper Award (2000). THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 NY/NJ/CT 7 Xavier University School of Medicine Aruba approved by NY State

Air India to operate 180 HICKSVILLE, NY (TIP): Ravi This great achievement makes Xavier Bhooplapur, President of Xavier as only one of seven Caribbean Medical flights between University School of Medicine, Aruba Schools to be approved by New York announce d that on July 17th, 2020, the State Education Department. Xavier is New York Board of Regents voted to ranked as a top ten medical school in the India and USA approve Xavier University School of Caribbean by Money Inc. Magazine in Medicine Aruba to place students in 2018 and has a 96% USMLE first time NEW YORK (TIP): Air India long-term clinical clerkship in New York passing rate. will operate 180 flights between State for 7 years. This is the longest term Under the leadership of Chancellor Dr. India and USA under Vande of approval that can be given to an JG Bhat and Chairman of the Board Mr. Bharat Mission during the International Medical School. Edwin Casey and Chief Academic period of July 22nd to August 31, Officer Dr. Arun Dubey, Xavier 2020. New York State University School of Medicine Aruba is Flights will operate to/from committed to providing high quality New York, Chicago, Newark, San Education Department affordable medical education to Francisco and Washington DC, approval allows: everyone. and will offer connections to President Bhooplapur wants to thank Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, o Xavier graduates to enter the Board of Trustees for their Ravi Bhooplapur Kochi, Mumbai and Ahmedabad. residency training in New unwavering support and the entire Bookings will open from New academic team for their tireless work in CAAM-HP. The United States York, Chicago and San York achieving this great accomplishment. Department of Education, through its Francisco effective July 18th, o Xavier students to Along with approval from New York National Committee on Foreign Medical 2020. complete all 72 weeks of State Education Department, Xavier Education and Accreditation Tickets will be available for clinical training in New University School of Medicine Aruba is (NCFMEA), recognize both ACCM and sale through Air India website, one a few schools to hold full CAAM-HP as approved accrediting booking offices and authorized York teaching hospitals accreditation from both ACCM and bodies. Travel Agents. Mayor De Blasio announces Citywide Testing Capacity of 50,000 tests per day

key to reopening our city safely," said Mayor Bill de Blasio. "Getting tested isn't just about taking care of yourself-it's a civic duty to your fellow New Yorkers. We have made testing as fast and convenient as possible to ensure New Yorkers have the tools they need to protect themselves and their loved ones." Test & Trace Program Metrics The Test & Trace Corps is the City's comprehensive effort to test, trace, and treat every case of COVID-19. Through a partnership with NYC Health + Widespread testing and tracing is the key to Hospitals and the Department of Health reopening our city safely," said Mayor Bill de and Mental Hygiene, the Corps allows Blasio the City to immediately isolate and care NEW YORK (TIP): The City will now for those who test positive for the virus have the capacity to test up to 50,000 New and then rapidly track, assess, and Yorkers per day, Mayor de Blasio quarantine anyone they may have announced , July 23, , building on the infected. city's commitment to test, trace, and The Test & Trace Corps is aiming to treat all positive cases of COVID-19. The reach at least 90% of all positive cases City will also now activate the next stage and have at least 75% of all cases of its hyper-local response in the complete intake and isolate. Rockaways and Sunset Park. The first For the week ending July 18th, the two-week pilot initiative, launched in the Test & Trace Corps successfully reached Tremont, Bronx neighborhood, tested 89% of all cases. Seventy-one percent of over 7,400 New Yorkers. All 200 positive these cases who were reached completed cases received immediate, on-site intake. These completed interviews have counseling, allowing them to allowed tracers to identify and reach immediately safely separate and receive more than 2,137 symptomatic people and assistance through supportive services, help them quickly isolate, potentially such as food and financial counseling preventing as many as 5,000 new COVID- "Widespread testing and tracing is the 19 cases in New York City. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 8 EDITORIAL FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 AS I SEE IT

By George Abraham What Sachin Pilot fiasco

istory continues to repeat itself. It was Karnataka, then Madhya teaches Congress HPradesh and now Rajasthan that is embroiled in a power struggle that "The RSS has powerful ideologues, ideology, and cadre, which fuels and could delegitimize an election and undermine the will of the people. What propels the BJP. Until the Congress party makes an earnest effort to create a is taking place in India's political new cadre of leadership from the grassroots who are truly committed to the landscape before our very own eyes does not bode well either for democracyor the dearly held values and principles of the party, those who parachuted to the institutions that support it. top using their patronage and money will continue to be easy prey for BJP's Sachin Pilot undoubtedly was considered one of the future promises nefarious political games", says the author. for the Congress party that is increasingly lacked any long-term vision difficult to see that these folks owe their or strategic planning. There is little rise in power and visibility to patronage. doubt that the party is mired in the past Rahul Gandhi once said about without necessary grassroots support or Jyotiraditya Scindia that he could walk needed financial resources. More and into his home any time of the day. Their more, Smt. Sonia Gandhi, who has proximity has indeed defined their rescued the party from its dire straits in places in the political the '90s, appears to be in a caretaker landscape;however, they appear to have mode. The indecision of the Party betrayed their trust for sheer hierarchy to fill the void created by the opportunism. resignation of Rahul Gandhi as Party If we recollect, many of these young president has consequences far and leaders quickly applauded Prime beyond, and the Rajasthan crisis plainly Minister Modi when Article 370 was points to that. revoked. There is a clear indication now Having said that, I am as confused and that many of them are softening their perplexed as anyone how a bright young stand towards the philosophy of man like Sachin Pilot who has become a Hindutva. The BJP's assault on Member of Parliament at the age of 26 secularism through the weaponization of and a Central Minister by 32 appeared to Hindutva is paying off, as many of them have walked away from a party that The feud between Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot and his deputy Sachin Pilot has led to are even reluctant to defend those core nurtured him and made it possible to a serious thinking within the Congress Party about analyzing reasons for such conflicts and party principles. There is a slow drift their resolution scale these greater heights. When this towards 'majoritarian thinking', and any crisis started, he held the positions of Pitroda, who helped transform India's However, What the Scindias and Pilots minority accommodation is increasingly the PCC President as well as that of the Telcom sector, said recently, "Values, are fighting for? Are they advocating any seen in a negative light. That explains Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan. It Character, and fundamentals matter the policy differences or expressing how easily they could transform their is indeed a phenomenal rise for a young most in life and leadership. What do you concerns that the democracy itself is in mindset switching to BJP. man at the age of 42, especially in a believe in, defines you? Are you for posts peril under Modi-Shah duo or frustrated The RSS has powerful ideologues, country where the patriarchy and age- and positions or selfless service to at the party's lackadaisical approach to ideology, and cadre, which fuels and old wisdom still holds the key to power people?" bring the issue into focus? Are they in propels the BJP. Until the Congress and prestige. Today, the number of young leaders in rebellion because the Congress party has party makes an earnest effort to create a It says a lot more about this generation the Congress party lacks any devotion to not provided adequate support for the new cadre of leadership from the who have become narcissists in their the ideals that governed the party for a cause of migrant laborers? Or the party grassroots who are truly committed to thinking and self-indulging in their century or more. Even in the best of has failed to highlight the rising the dearly held values and principles of behavior. When one decides to devote times, the party had its share of crisis. unemployment among the youth? Or the party, those who parachuted to the his/her lifetime in public service, it is a History is replete with fights by these they are fleeing the party because it has top using their patronage and money will huge commitment that deserves erstwhile leaders on issues and winning drifted away from the cherished continue to be easy prey for BJP's appreciation and community support. or losing their arguments. However, principles? nefarious political games. However, the objective is to 'serve' the those conflicts were ideological and often It is none of the above! It is simply (The author is a former Chief Technology people, without arrogance and rashness, mirroring their deeply held beliefs and blind ambition, hunger for power and Officer, United Nations, and the Vice-Chairman who entrusts their confidence and reflecting their passion for justice and greed driving a section of the youth in of the Indian Overseas Congress, USA) votethem into powerful offices. Mr. Sam fairness. the Congress party today. It is not GUEST COMMENT Rajasthan slugfest: Need for impartial probe

hat had initially appeared to be an intra-Congress tussle in into horse-trading allegations WRajasthan has turned into a 'Congress vs BJP' slanging match after Shekhawat has denied that the clips had wrested power from the BJP by defection law gets louder. Indeed, the emergence of audio clips in which have his voice. The development has winning the 2018 MP Assembly polls, but loopholes in this law enable Union minister Gajendra Singh provided ammunition to the Congress to the latter turned the tables on the ruling unscrupulous elected representatives to Shekhawat is purportedly heard having accuse the ruling BJP at the Centre of party earlier this year with the help of switch loyalties as whopping sums of a conversation with a Congress MLA horse-trading. The onus is on the NDA some obliging MLAs. In Goa and money allegedly change hands. With the and a BJP leader about toppling the government to convince all and sundry Manipur, which produced hung power struggle in Rajasthan set to get Ashok Gehlot government. The state's that it has no hand in the goings-on in Assemblies in 2017, the BJP formed the uglier inside as well as outside the Special Operations Group has promptly the border state. government despite having won fewer courts, the credibility of the parties registered a couple of FIRs on a Attempts to subvert democracy and seats than the Congress. Last year, the concerned has come under sharp complaint by the Congress. An the electoral process have become far long-drawn-out Karnataka 'nataka' and scrutiny. How the major players acquit impartial, time-bound inquiry is needed too common in recent years. Several the Maharashtra muddle also amounted themselves will demonstrate their to verify the authenticity of the states have witnessed post-poll to a betrayal of the voters' mandate. respect, or lack of it, for democracy. recordings and unearth the underlying machinations and short-lived Whenever a government finds itself (Tribune, India) conspiracy, irrespective of which governments, with the latest casualty on shaky ground, the clamor for political party is at fault, even as being Madhya Pradesh. The Congress strengthening or reviewing the anti- THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 PERSPECTIVE 9 The BJP’s hegemonic narrative and joined the BJP.Defections, splits and electoral decline are not new phenomena in the party's long history, but the crisis the Congress faces in the wake of two massive defeats in the last two Lok Sabha By Zoya Hasan elections is unprecedented and has clearly been aggravated by its inability to resolve the leadership issue. “Since 2014, the BJP's A clutch of young(ish) leaders close to Mr. Gandhi have resigned. These leaders stated objective of a have caught the media's attention more than many others who have quit in the Congress-free India has last one year. The narrative in sections of seen attempts to the media built around these rebellions is that the Congress mishandled the unsettle and unseat crisis and the concerns of these leaders regarding the party's functioning. The Congress governments dominant argument is that the Congress in several States. One of lacks inner party democracy and hence cannot keep young leaders in its fold. Prime Minister Narendra Sections of the mainstream media blame Mr. Gandhi for the crisis and want him to Modi's first statements vacate space to make way for other leaders. after taking over as the Two important dimensions chairman of the BJP's Sachin Pilot, the challenger and Ashok Gehlot, the challenged present a picture of disarray in Big-ticket leaders leaving the Congress Congress Party election campaign should be a matter of concern for the concerted effort mounted by the ruling of all electoral bond money before the party. But to view Mr. Pilot's rebellion in party to topple the Congress government 2019 election went to the BJP. The committee in 2013 was Rajasthan as only the result of failure of in the State. The pursuit of this single- Congress received less than 10% of bond leadership and organizational politics minded objective amid the pandemic has money. The loss of so many State the declaration that misses two important dimensions of this been given short shrift in the loud governments further reduces the party's getting rid of the crisis. Mr. Pilot was willing to sacrifice narrative of sections of the media. Since financial power and the opportunity to the government, of which he was the 2014, the BJP's stated objective of a generate funds. Congress would be "the Deputy Chief Minister until a few days Congress-free India has seen attempts to Although the BJP disclaims ago, because he has differences with unsettle and unseat Congress authorship of this long-running drama, solution to all problems Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot. Even governments in several States. One of Rajasthan's political crisis has though he says he is not joining the BJP, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first underlined once again its unscrupulous facing the country". Mr. Pilot does not put much distance statements after taking over as the hunt for power. Given its enviable record "The Congress party is a between himself and the party. Mr. Pilot chairman of the BJP's election campaign in forming governments through made it clear that he was unwilling to committee in 2013 was the declaration political defections, the perception that a burden on this nation," settle for anything less than the chief that getting rid of the Congress would be government with a clear majority is ministership even though he has the "the solution to all problems facing the being deposed may not really matter to he said. Since coming to support of just 18 MLAs. Mr. Pilot is country". "The Congress party is a the party. However, it should matter to heading a minority faction but making burden on this nation," he said. Since the media. But the media spotlight is not power in 2014, the BJP claims to the top job is a sign of the coming to power in 2014, the BJP has on the BJP's dubious methods of has been using various neoliberal times we live in where been using various means, notably destabilizing elected governments, but ambition trumps commitment to party money power and the coercive power of on the disarray in the Congress, which means, notably money and ideology. state agencies, to achieve this goal by allows the BJP to get away even with The narrative in sections of the media bringing down elected Congress constitutional transgressions. Thus far, power and the coercive that younger leaders are not allowed to governments in State after State. the Congress has managed to save its grow in the Congress is not evident from Hunt for power government in Rajasthan. Regardless of power of state agencies, the career graphs of some of these the final outcome, an obvious conclusion to achieve this goal by leaders. They had been given top posts by We have seen many States witnessing a to draw from this crisis would be that the the Congress. That they still chose to change of guard. In 2016, in Arunachal Congress party has to put its house in bringing down elected rebel is an aspect disregarded in the Pradesh, the BJP backed the rebel order to stop further desertions and narrative built up around them. Many of Congress faction when deep cracks breakup. It has to bring an end to the Congress governments them are exiting the Congress with surfaced within the ruling party. The unmitigated drift and elect a new in State after State." alacrity because the party is out of BJP lost the election but managed to president and begin the process of power and is not in a position to offer the replace the Congress government with rebuilding the party. ver since the colossal defeat of the loaves and fishes of office to leaders its own in Karnataka (in 2019) and in That so many in the media have seen Congress in the 2019 general waiting in the departure lounge. When Madhya Pradesh (in 2020). In 2019, the Mr. Pilot's unhappiness with the Eelection, there has been a the party was in power it could adjust Congress emerged the single largest Congress as an example of a talented ceaseless debate in the media and in and accommodate conflicting interests party in Goa, but the BJP was quick to politician being forced to jump ship to political circles about the future of the and ambitions in multiple ways but it is cobble together a coalition and form a the BJP shows that the BJP's narrative is Congress party. The defection of much harder to do so in Opposition. The government. Now Rajasthan is on the completely hegemonic. That so many in Jyotiraditya Scindia to the Bharatiya BJP, on the other hand, is routinely able cusp of change though the game is not the political class (including Congress Janata Party (BJP) and the replication of to attract disgruntled leaders to its side. over yet. politicians) and the media are echoing a similar script by Congress leader Arguably, it has given in to Mr. Scindia's In Goa, Karnataka and Madhya the same line (as though it's a party line), Sachin Pilot has intensified this debate huge demands in Madhya Pradesh to Pradesh, scores of Congress legislators and are willing to overlook the which centers around the leadership, attract Mr. Pilot in Rajasthan. The were allegedly lured into deserting the majoritarian might of the BJP, the organizational and ideological bottom line is this: Mr. Pilot's escapade Congress which enabled the BJP to gain illegitimacy of the power grab, and the challenges confronting the Congress. into Haryana couldn't have taken off power after losing in elections. These wholly unjustified attempt to dislodge an After Rahul Gandhi's resignation as without the BJP's support. His jaunt to reports are in the realm of speculation elected government betokens a Congress President in July 2019, the ITC's Best Western can't be passed off as but one thing is clear: the BJP is not debasement of politics and a disregard party has witnessed disintegration in a struggle for inner party democracy in short on resources for financing for democratic norms that should States including Karnataka, Madhya the Congress. defections given its absolute power at the concern us all. Pradesh and Rajasthan. Several The second and more important Centre. The Association of Democratic (The author is Professor Emerita, Centre for prominent leaders have quit the party dimension of the Rajasthan crisis is the Reforms estimates that a whopping 95% Political Studies, JNU) THE INDIAN PANORAMA 10 SOUTH ASIA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

Thai serial killer cremated after decades Bangladesh restructures health as museum display NONTHABURI (THAILAND) services over COVID-19 scam (TIP): For decades, some Thai parents warned their naughty children that if DHAKA (TIP): Bangladesh’s health they didn't behave, Si Ouey would services on July 23 witnessed a major come eat their livers. restructuring following a scam over If the threat of a ghostly visit from COVID-19 tests. the executed child killer, long called a Dr ABM Khurshid Alam has been cannibal, proved ineffective, those appointed as the new director general of children could always be taken to see the directorate general of health Si Ouey. services (DGHS), a health ministry After all, his mummified corpse — spokesman said. gnarled and blackened — for years The new DGHS chief was currently stood on display in a glass case in the serving as the surgery department head Forensic Museum at Bangkok's Siriraj of state-run Dhaka Medical College Hospital. Hospital, it said. The official said the In recent years, however, doubts ministry simultaneously appointed a were raised about whether the man new DGHS director entrusting him with called Thailand's first serial killer was the charge of overseeing hospitals and given justice and a campaign was clinics. The new appointments come launched to at least give him a proper hours after the government said that it funeral. had scrapped the contractual agreement On Thursday, six decades after his and appointment of Abul Kalam Azad as execution, that finally happened. the chief of the DGHS, a key agency in Nine Buddhist monks at a temple the fight against the pandemic. north of Bangkok chanted prayers and Azad preferred an honourable exit by Their owners and senior officials of minister Zahid Malek should resign as paper flowers were placed in front of resigning from his position amid the two private facilities are now under well due to the scandal. Si Ouey's coffin, which was then allegations of irregularities. police custody for investigations. Bangladesh on Thursday reported 50 moved to the crematorium, where the The scams came to light after two Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist deaths due to the coronavirus, taking the head of the Corrections Department lit private facilities allowed by Azad’s office Party (BNP) secretary general Mirza country’s toll to 2,801. The country has the fire. Hospital officials as well as to test COVID-19 and treating patients Fakhrul Islam in a statement said the witnessed 216,110 COVID-19 cases so far. residents of a town where he once found to be involved in faking the tests. restructuring was not enough and health PTI lived looked on. Si Ouey, a Chinese immigrant who worked as a gardener, was reportedly Afghan girl grabs AK-47 caught red-handed in 1958 in a forest in Quetta gurdwara handed over and kills Taliban Rayong province burning the body of a 8-year-old boy who had disappeared on terrorists to avenge an errand. to Sikhs after 73 years parents' murder Police were quick to pin on him at least five previous unsolved murders KABUL (TIP): An Afghan girl shot of children dating back to 1954, some dead two Taliban militants and injured in other provinces. Lurid newspaper several others after they dragged out accounts detailed how he supposedly her parents from their home and killed relished eating their hearts, livers and them for supporting the government, intestines. officials said on July 20. Si Ouey was said to have told police The incident happened last week that he acquired a taste for human when insurgents stormed the home of flesh during World War II, when as a Qamar Gul, a teenager from a village in Chinese soldier in a unit besieged by the central province of Ghor, Gulf news the Japanese he survived by eating the reported. bodies of those killed in battle. The terrorists were looking for her He was tried and found guilty of father, the village chief, local police murder and executed by firing squad head Habiburahman Malekzada told the on September 16, 1959. He was 32. media. His body was then handed over to Her father was a government Siriraj Hospital for what was supporter, which is why the terrorists described as medical study. His story QUETTA (TIP): The government in the Sikh Community Committee in went to his house and dragged him out, soon became a regular staple of horror Pakistan's Balochistan province has Balochistan, welcomed the move and Malekzada said. books and B-movies. handed over a 200-year-old gurdwara to described it as a "gift from the When his wife resisted, the Taliban The truth about Si Ouey's case, the Sikh community after a period of 73 Balochistan government to the Sikh militants killed the couple outside their however, is difficult to confirm. years, a media report said on July 23. community living in the province". home, Malekzada said. Police at the time had a reputation The Siri Guru Singh Gurdwara located "The Sikh community of the province "Qamar Gul, who was inside the for beating confessions out of on Masjid Road in the centre of the city is very pleased that our ancient house, took an AK-47 gun the family had suspects, and popular newspapers has been used as APWA Government gurdwara has been handed over to us by and first shot dead the two Taliban dished out tabloid-style High Girls School since 1947, said the the government of Pakistan and the terrorists who killed her parents, and sensationalism. Si Ouey was also at a Dawn news report. Balochistan High Court after 73 years then injured a few others," he said. disadvantage because he was a poor "Restoring gurdwara as a place of and now we are able to continue our Gul is aged between 14 and 16, immigrant, arriving from China in worship for the Sikh community is a religious practice there," Dawn news according to different officials. It is 1946 at age 19. Thailand's military historical decision of the Balochistan quoted Singh as saying. common for many Afghans not to know governments at the time were keen stir government," Denesh Kumar, provincial Around 2,000 Sikh families live in their precise age. up anti-Chinese sentiment in the Cold parliamentary secretary and AdvÂ-iser Balochistan. Several other Taliban militants later War atmosphere and often blamed to the Chief Minister on Minority Earlier in February this year, the came to attack her house, but some immigrants for crime and unrest. Affairs, said on Wednesday. Balochistan government had handed villagers and pro-government Doubts about Si Ouey's guilt only The students who were studying in over a 200-year-old temple in Zhob to the militiamen drove them away after a garnered much interest in the past APWA Government Girls High School Hindu community. gunfight. In recent months, the decade, after several television have been asked to seek admission to The temple had been converted into a militants have stepped up attacks on documentaries pointed out nearby schools. government boys' school, which has now security forces despite agreeing to peace discrepancies in the evidence. (AP) Sardar Jasbeer Singh, chairman of been shifted to another building.—IANS talks with Kabul. IANS THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 TRIBUTE 11 PETER BHEDDAH : The Man with the milk of human kindness

Peter Bheddah was always the best dressed Peter Bheddah wearing the Ellis Island Medal male around of Honor

BY PROF. I.S. SALUJA Peter,a Jain Kutchi from Gujarat whose y friend, Peter Bheddah is no real name was Chhotalal Vijpal Bheddah, more. His being no more means a came to America as a student in 1960 after Peter and Dorothy at the family hospital in Gujarat Mlot to many people whose lives he his college in Chennai. He started a touched. His being no more means a loss business dealing in electronics. IDC of world for his wife Dorothy and their Marketing started by him in 1972 from daughters, and their grandchildren. His Manhattan grew to do millions of dollars being no more means those who were of business annually in electronics running soup kitchens will probably miss wholesale trade selling telephones, his charity, until, of course, Dorothy television sets, VCRs, Sony Walkmans, decides to continue with the generosity cameras, etc. It was also the first Indian Peter displayed. American company in the line. While Nothing pleased my friend more than business prospered, Bheddah never lost serving people, particularly helping out track of what he set out to achieve: to help the needy and the underprivileged. I know the needy.He has delved deep into his own of his support to various organizations pockets and has worked tirelessly to engaged in serving the poor in the provide the much needed succor to the communities. Peter would not hesitate for needy in the US as well as India. a minute if he was convinced that his Having inherited altruistic genes from money was being spent for a good cause. his grandfather who had set up hospitals I recall my conversation with him after and schools in their native place in Kutch, he received the coveted highest civilian Bheddah's own charitable activities Peter and Dorothy at Interfaith Nutrition Network, which operates 14 soup kitchens for the homeless people. Bheddahs donated huge sum annually to INN award for immigrants-the Ellis Island started in 1994 when he originated and Medal of Honor. I asked him how he felt promoted the concept of assisting the less forefathers in 1929 was demolished after looked upon him as an elder brother who receiving the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, fortunate through India Association of the quake. However, with his efforts, a new encouraged him to continue to serve and pat came the reply: "another gift for Long Island (IALI). He has since been a 9,000 sq foot hospital was opened in 2006. community and humanity,no matter what the service I have been doing to Grand Sponsor every year and has The 20-bed Bheddah Hospital serves 23 obstacle some may try to place in his way. community". The Ellis Island Medal of obtained truckloads of food for IALI's villages with excellent medical care. He Mr. Kalottee who was filled with grief at Honor, America's highest honor for annual food drive. This has helped IALI to also built 500 houses and two schools in Mr.Bheddah's passing away,lamented that immigrants, is a well-deserved, long provide the Interfaith Nutrition Network, Kutch. the Indian American community had lost overdue award bestowed in May 2012 on which operates 14 soup kitchens for the Bheddah was a past president and a a leader, a guide a, a philosopher and a Peter Bheddah who has devoted 35 years of homeless people. director of the Nargis Dutt Memorial friend. his life serving humanity. After the 2001 earthquake in Bhuj, Foundation based in Long Island. The Another old time friend of Peter, The New Yorker, with origins in Kutch, Bheddah visited the devastated fundraising and completion of projects Subhash (Sam) Kapadia recalled how Gujarat, India, has been active in area with President Bill Clinton. His during his presidency (1992-94) have been Peter was the one who helped him set up charitable activities and has held commitment to the humanitarian cause unsurpassed on many counts. Over the his business. He said Peter was the one positions of responsibility in service has resulted in supporting projects worth past 30 years, the New York chapter of the who guided and helped him in his projects and community organizations, $1,000,000 for rebuilding the region. The Nargis Dutt Memorial Foundation has business when nobody was willing to help both in India and the US. hospital in Bhujpur established by his provided financial support for 50 projects him. worth more than $5,000,000. Numerous There are many who were helped and Indian hospitals have received equipment guided by Peter. The man was for detection and treatment of cancer for kindhearted, of charitable disposition and needy patients; Bheddah actively , at times, generous to a fault. When comes supported those efforts. such another? He was active for the last 35 years in a My heart goes out to his family who were wide variety of community and service so used to him. My heart goes out to his organizations. He was a trustee and past best friends- Shiv Dass, Subhash Kapadia, president of the Gujarati Samaj of New Bobby Kumar Kalottee who will find an York. He was a trustee of the Samaj for emptiness in life with him having gone. 2009-2012. During his two-year term from And, as for myself, I have lost a friend 2001 to 2002, he was credited with raising and a patron.. Life will not be the same a substantial amount of money and again. restructuring the finances of the Samaj. I pray for eternal peace to the departed Peter Bheddah's association with and soul. I pray for strength to the bereaved leadership of many organizations and family to bear the irreparable loss. And, to institutions will always be remembered. friends and admirers of Peter, of whom I Mr. Bobby Kumar Kalottee, one of his am one, I will suggest we carry forward close friends, recalled his long association his message and legacy which will be our Peter and wife Dorothy with President Bill and Hillary Clinton with Mr. Bheddah and said he always true tribute to him. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 12 US FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 Closure of more Chinese embassies 'possible', says Trump as US shuts down consulate in Houston WASHINGTON (TIP): The US does stealing sensitive information to build not rule out the possibility of closing up their military. more Chinese diplomatic missions in the "The CCP's recent targeting of US country, President Donald Trump has coronavirus vaccine research said, hours after Washington ordered the underscores the threat of this closure of Beijing's consulate in Houston consulate's malign activity in Houston, a to "protect American intellectual biomedical research and technology hub property and private information". itself. I am hopeful this action will deal a The US move came amid a growing significant blow to the CCP's spy network number of disputes between the two in the US and send a clear message that countries over Beijing's increasingly their widespread espionage campaigns aggressive actions that have led will no longer go unchecked," he said. Washington to take strong actions, In an interview to Fox News, including closing the consulate in Congresswoman Liz Cheney described it Houston, according to senior Trump as a strong step. "It is a very important administration officials. sign that we are seeing steps like this The consulate in Houston, Texas, is one, steps like the President's sanctions one of five Chinese diplomatic missions against the people in the government of in the US, not counting the embassy in China who are responsible for Uighurs Washington DC. and the concentration camps as well as The US move came after the Justice "As far as closing additional embassies, it's always possible," Trump told reporters on for what's going on in Hong Kong," she Department said hackers working with Wednesday, July 22, during a daily press briefing at the White House said. the Chinese government targeted firms and reciprocity in US-China relations". and research from our universities in Democratic Senator Robert Menendez, developing vaccines for the coronavirus During the press conference, Trump order to advance the PRC's military," he a Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign and stole hundreds of millions of dollars referred to the news reports of fire in the said. Relations Committee, asked: "When worth of intellectual property and trade Chinese Consulate in Houston "It is these factors which led the China 'retaliates', as they have said they secrets from companies across the world. apparently due to burning of documents President to direct a number of actions will, what will be our next move?" "As far as closing additional in its courtyard. in response, including yesterday's Reacting strongly to the US move, embassies, it's always possible," Trump "You see what's going on. We thought notification to the PRC that we have Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman told reporters on Wednesday, July 22, there was a fire in the one that we did withdrawn our consent for the PRC to Wang Wenbin on Wednesday termed it as during a daily press briefing at the White close. And everybody said, 'There's a fire. operate its consulate in Houston, Texas," an "unprecedented escalation" and House when asked if he is looking at There's a fire.' And I guess they were Biegun said. warned retaliatory measures. closing more Chinese diplomatic burning documents or burning papers, The move to shut down the Chinese Both the US and China were locked in missions in the US. and I wonder what that's all about," he consulate in Houston was welcomed by a political and strategic conflict in recent The US State Department in a brief said. Meanwhile, testifying before the top American lawmakers. months on a host of issues including the statement on Wednesday said it had Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Senator Ben Sasse, a member of the origin of the coronavirus, China's "directed the closure of the People's Wednesday, Deputy Secretary of State Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, decision to implement its national Republic of China (PRC) Consulate Stephen Biegun gave a context to the alleged that the Chinese Communist security law in Hong Kong and General Houston, in order to protect decision to close the Houston consulate. Party's consulate in Houston is a massive deepening trade frictions. American intellectual property and "We find the US-China relationship safe house for "Chi-Comm spies". Beijing apparently is looking at American's private information". today weighed down by a growing "It's absolutely the right call to shut it options to order the closure of the US State Department spokeswoman number of disputes, including down. We ought to be throwing even Consulate in Wuhan or in Hong Kong, Morgan Ortagus said the US would not commercial espionage and intellectual more of Chairman Xi's agents out of the where the Chinese officials had accused tolerate the PRC's violations of its property theft from American country," he said. the US of backing the anti-China sovereignty and intimidation of its companies; unequal treatment of our Congressman Michael McCaul, a protests. people, just as it has not tolerated the diplomats, businesses, NGOs, and Republican leader on the House Foreign Apart from the Chinese embassy in PRC's unfair trade practices, theft of journalists by Chinese authorities; and Affairs Committee, said Chinese Washington, Beijing has an office at the American jobs, and other egregious abuse of the US academic freedom and consulate in Houston is the epicenter of United Nations and consulates in New behavior. welcoming posture toward international the Chinese Communist Party's ongoing York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and She said Trump "insists on fairness students to steal sensitive technology research theft in the US, particularly for Chicago. US House Passes Legislation Including Indian American Congressman's Amendment Urging China to End Its Military Aggression toward India

WASHINGTON, DC (TIP): On bill, the House has sent a clear, peaceful resolution of their border Tuesday July 21, the U.S. House bipartisan message that the standoff will help restore greater passed its annual National Defense Government of the People's security to the Indo-Pacific region. Authorization Act which included Republic of China must peacefully Through this vote, the US House of Congressman Raja de-escalate the situation along the Representatives has reaffirmed the Krishnamoorthi's bipartisan Line of Actual Control with India," readiness of the United States to amendment regarding Chinese said Congressman Raja stand with our allies and partners aggression toward India along the Krishnamoorthi. like India against Chinese military Line of Actual Control. "China's military provocations of aggression." Congressman "Through the passage of today's India are unacceptable, and the Krishnamoorthi further added. Rep Raja Krishnamoorthi THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 US 13 Democratic leaders scoff at emerging GOP coronavirus aid plan, promise it won't pass

WASHINGTON (TIP): Democratic broader $3.4 trillion bill in May to leaders on Thursday panned the address the pandemic. emerging Republican package for Schumer slammed Senate Majority coronavirus relief, calling it an Leader Mitch McConnell for insisting on "unserious" proposal that won't pass liability protections for businesses as Congress. well as hospitals, schools and other "What we have seen so far falls very entities as they re-open. short of the challenge that we face in "Seriously? Leader McConnell has order to defeat the virus, and in order to made corporate immunity the open our schools and open our economy," centerpiece of the Republican response?" House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., Schumer said. "Once again the said on Thursday. "We have to act. And Republican Senate is far more what they're proposing falls far short." comfortable providing relief to big Senate Republicans reached a tentative corporations than relief to workers and agreement with the White House on families." Wednesday for a proposal expected to Schumer said the next package must cost $1 trillion that will include $105 address unemployment benefits, food billion for schools, $16 billion for testing assistance, rental assistance, hazard pay and a new round of direct payments to to essential workers, bolstering hard-hit individuals. Millions of Americans will communities and ensuring a secure see their unemployment benefits election this fall. decrease if Congress can't find a way to Republican negotiators have signaled extend the boosted payments by the end :"It appears the Republican legislative response to COVID is un-unified, unserious, that they would address the ongoing of the week. unsatisfactory," says Sen. Chuck Schumer, the minority leader pandemic through a variety of Trump appeared to concede on Schumer, D-N.Y., called the Republican consequences for tens of millions of legislative measures, which both Thursday that he won't get one of his top plan "a partisan bill that will never Americans," said Schumer, whose party Democratic leaders rejected as just a priorities, a reduction in the payroll tax, become law just so they can muster up has filibuster power to block legislation series of "disjointed proposals." which had lacked the needed support the courage to negotiate." in the Senate. "We cannot piecemeal this," said even in his own party. He took to Twitter Schumer: Republicans are 'so divided' The Republican legislation hasn't been Pelosi. to criticize Democrats and his own party they cannot come up with a coronavirus made public yet. GOP leaders are still Schumer added, "We have to address it for not including the tax reduction. plan working to resolve party divisions that as a totality." Senate leadership had previously JULY 23, 202002:36 have prevented them from coming up Both were adamant about extending acknowledged that their proposal is a "It appears the Republican legislative with a position to begin negotiations the $600 benefit for unemployment starting point for talks with Democrats. response to COVID is un-unified, with Democrats. Coronavirus cases in insurance that runs dry this week. There have been few bipartisan talks so unserious, unsatisfactory. The the United States have topped 4 million, "Our unemployment provision has far. Republican disarray and dithering has according to the latest NBC News count. kept millions out of poverty, millions," Senate Minority Leader Chuck seriously, potentially deadly The Democratic-led House passed a Schumer said. (NBC News) 1.4 million seek jobless aid, first Installation of Executive increase since March of Rotary Club of WASHINGTON (TIP): eligible for the first time. The number of laid-off That figure isn't adjusted for Jericho Sunrise held Americans seeking seasonal trends, so it's unemployment benefits reported separately. rose last week for the first The resurgence of time since the pandemic confirmed viral cases across struck in March, evidence the country has forced some of the deepening businesses to close a second economic pain the outbreak is causing to time or to impose tighter restrictions on the economy. customers in response to state mandates. The rise in weekly jobless claims to 1.4 The resulting pullback in business activity million underscores the outsize role the has hindered job growth and likely forced unemployment insurance system is additional layoffs. playing among the nation's safety net The federal government's USD 600 programs - just when a USD 600 weekly weekly benefit for laid-off workers - which federal aid payment for the jobless is set to is in addition to whatever jobless aid a state expire at the end of this week. provides - is the last major source of All told, the Labor Department said economic help from the USD 2 trillion relief Thursday that roughly 32 million people package that Congress approved in March. are receiving unemployment benefits, A small business lending program and one- though that figure could include double time USD 1,200 payment have largely run counting by some states. Some economists their course. say the figure is likely closer to 25 million. Members of Congress are negotiating Last week's pace of unemployment another aid package that might extend the applications - the 18th straight week it's USD 600 benefit, though likely at a lower topped 1 million - was up from 1.3 million level. Because of the USD 600 weekly Members of Rotary Club of Jericho Sunrise the previous week. Before the pandemic, federal benefit, roughly two-thirds of the the number of weekly applications had unemployed are receiving more in aid than LONG ISLAND, NY (TIP): The President - Dr Meenu Heda never exceeded 700,000. they earned at their former jobs, research following are the officials of Rotary Maheshwari; Secretary - Dr Shaifali An additional 975,000 applied for jobless has shown - a finding that's led Republicans Club of Jericho Sunrise who were Rametra; Joint Secretary - Sarita aid under a separate program that has to argue that it is discouraging people from installed on July 17. Hirani; Treasurer - Sangeeta Bahl, made self-employed and gig workers returning to work. (Source: AP) President - Priya Suri; Vice and Sergeant at Arms - Sandita Parker. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 14 INDIA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

CORONAVIRUS CASES Day after highest recovery, India adds record 49,310 new Covid-19 cases; tally close to 1.3 million NEW DELHI (TIP): India on Friday recorded 49,310 new cases of the coronavirus disease, another NIT ADMISSION NORMS high after a record over 45,000 cases in a day on Thursday. According to EASED IN VIEW OF COVID Union health ministry data, the NEW DELHI (TIP): The HRD Ministry announced a number of Covid-19 cases have now relaxation in the admission criterion for NITs and reached 12,87,945. centrally funded technical institutions in view of the The number of active cases in the Covid-19 pandemic, doing away with the requirement of country are 4,40,135, while 8,17,208. minimum 75 per cent marks in Class XII board exams. The country also recorded 740 "Due to the prevailing circumstances, the Central Seat fatalities in the last 24 hours, which Allocation Board (CSAB) has decided to relax the pushed the death toll to 30,601, eligibility criterion for admissions to NITs and other according to health ministry data. centrally funded technical institutions," Union HRD Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal "Nishank" tweeted. Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, West "JEE Main-2020 qualified candidates will now need to Bengal, Telangana, Bihar, Assam, obtain only a passing certificate in Class XII Delhi, Odisha, Kerala and Gujarat examination, irrespective of the marks obtained by contribute to around 75 per cent of them," he further said. For admissions to NITs and other the record single-day spike. centrally funded technical institutions, apart from The country had recorded 45,720 samples have been tested up to July and permitted-strength regulations qualifying the JEE-Main, the eligibility was to secure a cases and 1,129 fatalities in a day on 22 with 3,50,823 samples being tested at social gatherings would invite a minimum of 75 per cent marks in Class XII board exams Thursday. It crossed the 12-lakh on Wednesday, Indian Council of fine of Rs 10,000, as per the or rank among the top 20 percentile in their qualifying mark, just three days after it went Medical Research (ICMR) officials guidelines announced via a video- examinations. past the 11-lakh milestone. said. conference to check the spread of However, the health ministry said In Punjab, Rs 5K fine for the pandemic in the state. IT ministry to ban more apps that as many as 29,557 Covid-19 Under the existing guidelines, patients have recuperated in a 24- violating home isolation commercial establishments are over links with China hour span till Thursday morning, Covid patients violating home liable to pay Rs 2,000 for violation the highest recorded in a day so far, isolation rules in Punjab will have of physical-distancing norms. For NEW DELHI (TIP): The Ministry of Electronics and taking the recovery rate to 63.18 per to shell out a fine of Rs 5,000 buses and cars, such violations are Information Technology has decided to ban several cent. instead of Rs 2,000 earlier, punishable by Rs 3,000 and Rs 2,000 mobile applications, mostly of Chinese origin, officials Sustained efforts by the Centre, according to new guidelines fine, respectively. In case of auto- familiar with the matter said. states and union territories (UTs) announced by Chief Minister Capt rickshaws and two-wheelers, the The applications — Helo Lite, ShareIt Lite, Bigo Lite are resulting in more effective Amarinder Singh. fine is Rs 500. The fresh penalties and VFY Lite — have been removed from the Google containment, aggressive testing, At present, 951 patients are in are in addition to Rs 500 each playstore and Apple app store, the officials said. The and prompt and efficient clinical home isolation across the state. announced in May for not wearing government had, in a similar move last month, banned treatment strategies, it had said. The owners of eateries violating a mask and spitting at public 59 applications, including popular video app TikTok, in The number of tests for detection physical-distancing norms will be places. An average 5,000 violators the backdrop of a India-China standoff in Galwan of Covid19 also crossed the 15- slapped a penalty of Rs 5,000. Those are challaned daily for not wearing Valley, in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed. million mark. A total of 1,50,75,369 breaching minimum-distancing masks across Punjab. PM Modi gives Ladakh its first GOVT SANCTIONS PERMANENT COMMISSION central university; will have a TO WOMEN OFFICERS IN INDIAN ARMY Centre on Buddhist Studies NEW DELHI (TIP): The In a landmark verdict on Ministry of Defence has issued the February 17, the top court had NEW DELHI (TIP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi formal government sanction letter directed that women officers in the has greenlighted the plan for the first central for grant of Permanent Army be granted permanent university in Ladakh with a Centre on Buddhist Commission (PC) to Women commission and command Studies, a move that comes just about a fortnight before Officers in the Indian Army, postings, rejecting the Centre's the first anniversary of the parliamentary enactment paving the way for empowering stand of their physiological that led to the creation of Ladakh as a union territory. Women Officers to shoulder larger limitations as being based on "sex The proposed central university will offer degrees in roles in the organisation, said stereotypes" and "gender all courses such as liberal arts and basic sciences Indian Army spokesperson. discrimination against women". except engineering and medical education. The order specifies grant of It had earlier directed the Centre PM Modi’s in-principle approval came at a meeting permanent commission to Short that within three months, all convened on Monday to review the steps taken by the Service Commissioned (SSC) documentation. serving SSC women officers have government over the last one year in the union Women Officers in all ten streams Earlier this month, the Supreme to be considered for Permanent territories of Ladakh, and Jammu and Kashmir and of the Indian Army i.e Army Air Court had granted one more month Commissions irrespective of them outline the priorities for the Centre over the next few Defence (AAD), Signals, to the Centre to implement its having crossed 14 years or, as the months to improve the lives of people. Union home Engineers, Army Aviation, verdict directing that permanent case may be, 20 years of service. minister Amit Shah, external affairs minister S Electronics and Mechanical commission be given to all serving The top court had noted that Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Engineers (EME), Army Service SSC women officers in the Army. Indian Army has sanctioned 50,266 all top officials attended this meeting. Corps (ASC), Army Ordnance The top court’s direction came on posts for officers, while the posts On 5 August last year, the Centre had moved Corps (AOC), and Intelligence an application filed by the Centre currently occupied are 40,825 Parliament to strip the erstwhile state of Jammu and Corps in addition to the existing seeking six months' time for including 1,653 by women officers. Kashmir of its special status in the Constitution and streams of Judge and Advocate implementation of the verdict It had noted that there is create the two union territories. The Centre had then General (JAG) and Army citing the Covid-19 pandemic. shortage of 9,441 officers in the promised that the Union Territory status would lead to Educational Corps (AEC). During the hearing, the Centre Indian Army. an improvement in the security situation in the Their Selection Board will be told the bench that decision There are total of 1,653 women centrally-administered territories and put the focus scheduled as soon as all affected making on the issue is at a final officers which is a miniscule 4 % of back on development. SSC women officers exercise their stage and only formal orders the total strength of commissioned Source: HT option and complete requisite remain to be issued. officers in the Army, it had said. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 INDIA 15

NEW PM WEBSITE TO BE Rajasthan HC puts off verdict ACCESSIBLE IN 6 UN, 22 in Pilot vs Gehlot case, tells INDIAN LANGUAGES NEW DELHI (TIP): The government on Thursday sought proposals from agencies to redesign the Prime Minister’s official website which will be available in speaker to maintain status quo six UN languages and 22 scheduled Indian languages. The current website of the Prime Minister is JAIPUR (TIP): The Rajasthan accessible in 12 languages. high court on Friday ordered status The government looks to engage a qualified and quo to be maintained in the experienced agency having experience in the field of disqualification case against Sachin design, development and maintenance of websites, Piloit and 18 other dissident according to a request for proposal (RFP) floated by Congress MLAs. National e-Governance Division (NeGD). With this order, the court has “...the agency would be required to prepare a barred Speaker CP Joshi from detailed software requirement specification, provide acting on the July 14 end-to-end managed service for development and disqualification notices. The order maintenance of the website and localise the PM India came after the high court agreed to portal into 22 official Indian languages and six official Pilot’s request to make Centre a United Nations languages,” the RFP document said. party to the case. The application The six UN languages are Arabic, Chinese, English, was moved by Pilot on the ground French, Russian and Spanish. that Tenth Schedule’s The list of Indian languages includes Assamese, constitutional validity was under Bengali, Bodo, Dogri, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, challenge and therefore, the Union Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Malayalam, Manipuri, of India was a necessary party. Marathi, Nepali, Oriya, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Santhali, Pilot and 18 other dissident MLAs Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. had challenged a disqualification notice given by the Speaker in the Northeast can be country’s high court. The notice was given on the request of Congress’ chief whip growth engine, says PM who said Pilot and his supporters did not attend the party’s CLP justices Arun Mishra, B R Gavai did not attend the party’s CLP meetings. The Pilot camp, however, and Krishna Murari, said and fixed NEW DELHI (TIP): meetings. argued that a party whip applies the matter for hearing on July 27. The North-East has the The Pilot camp, however, argued only when the assembly is in The high court, meanwhile, potential to become the that a party whip applies only when session. accepted another application filed country’s growth engine, the assembly is in session. The apex court, which heard the by Pilot to include the Union Prime Minister In the last hearing, the high court matter through video- government in the list of Narendra Modi said on had asked the Speaker to wait for its conferencing, said that issue raised respondents. Pilot had contended Thursday, noting that verdict on Friday before taking any in the plea filed by the Speaker that Tenth Schedule’s peace was now being action against Team Pilot. required “prolonged hearing” as it constitutional validity was under established in the entire But Joshi had moved the apex involved “larger question” related challenge and therefore, the Union region. court to challenge the “direction” to the democracy and how it will of India was a necessary party now. He stated this at the given to his office by the court. He survive. The dissident Congress MLAs led foundation stone-laying had contended in his petiton that “As the high court has already by Pilot had challenged their ceremony of the the court cannot interfere in heard the matter after prolonged disqualification notices through a Manipur water supply project via a video link. legislative matter, and that the arguments and reserved the order, writ petition which was taken up While blockades have become part of history in action against the dissident MLAs we are not staying the passing of by a bench of Rajasthan High Manipur, the era of decades of violence has ceased in should be decided by his office. the order, however, whatever order Court, comprising Chief Justice Assam, the PM said in his address. In Tripura and The notice was given on the is passed, shall be ultimately Indrajit Mahanty and Justice Mizoram too, youths have abandoned the path of request of Congress’ chief whip subject to the outcome of this Prakash Gupta, and arguments violence and the Bru-Reang refugees were moving who said Pilot and his supporters petition,” the bench comprising were held. towards a better life, he added. The PM said the government was making efforts to improve connectivity in the North-East, be it Ex-CJI Gogoi, highways, laying of rail tracks or upgrading airports. MM Joshi denies charges in He said the North-East had the potential to replace Scindia enter key country’s bamboo import with local production. “There is a huge demand for incense sticks in the Babri demolition case country, but for this, India imports bamboo worth LUCKNOW (TIP): Senior House panels crores of rupees every year,” the PM said. A lot of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader NEW DELHI (TIP): Former chief work was being done to change this situation, he said. Murli Manohar Joshi on Thursday justice of India, Ranjan Gogoi, has denied all charges against him in the been made a member of 1992 Babri Masjid demolition case, Parliament’s standing committee Fortis ex-promoter granted bail and dubbed them as fabricated and on external affairs while NCP politically motivated. leader Sharad Pawar has entered NEW DELHI (TIP): The Delhi High Court on Joshi, 86, appeared before the another key House panel— Thursday granted bail to former Fortis Healthcare special Central Bureau of defence—in a major restructuring promoter Shivinder Mohan Singh in a case related to Investigation (CBI) court to record of the panels, largely to alleged misappropriation of funds at Religare Finvest his statements through video accommodate 65 MPs of the Rajya Limited. Shivinder will have to furnish a personal conferencing from his residence in residence in New Delhi to record his Sabha. bond of Rs 1 crore and produce two sureties of Rs 25 New Delhi. Lawyer KK Mishra statements. Rajya Sabha chairman Venkaiah lakh each. represented Joshi in the CBI court With Advani’s statement, the CBI Naidu also nominated former union in Lucknow. court will complete recording minister and BJP leader India toughens import rules for “During the court proceedings, statements of all 32 accused in the Jyotiraditya Scindia, who is now in Joshi answered around 300 Babri Masjid demolition case, the human resource development bidders from bordering nations questions,” Mishra said. barring Shiv Sena leader Satish panel which will also have BJP’s Judge Surendra Kumar Yadav of Pradhan, who has tested positive for Vinay Sahasrabuddhe as the new NEW DELHI (TIP): India has placed curbs on the CBI court ordered that a PDF file Covid-19 and is under quarantine in chairman. The shuffle in the HRD bidders from bordering nations on grounds of of Joshi’s statements be sent to the Mumbai. The court has fixed July 28 panel comes at a crucial time when national security, a government statement said on central agency’s Delhi office via for Pradhan to record his the Covid-19 pandemic has altered Friday, a move aimed at restricting imports from email. The court also ordered CBI to statements. the traditional education landscape, China. get Joshi’s statement signed by him Another accused, Om Prakash forced millions of students to go The restrictions were imposed a day after US and sent back to the CBI court. Pandey of Uttarakhand, is online, deferred key competitive Secretary of State Mike Pompeo urged India to focus On Friday, senior BJP leader LK absconding for the last 16 years and exams and also when the NDA on domestic supply chains and reduce its dependence Advani, 92, will appear before the the CBI court has issued orders to government is set to unveil its new on China as Washington's ties with Beijing CBI court via video link from his seize his property. education policy. deteriorate dramatically. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 16 CONCERT FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 Making Music In Covid Times By Mabel Pais JTOLE SUMMER JAZZ clinics on Women in Jazz, About NJYS WORKSHOPPRESENTS FREE Composition, and How to be a CONCERT Professional. The New Jersey Youth Symphony SUNDAY, JULY 26 AT 6 P.M. 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instruction and high-level performance. Under the guidance of a talented team of conductors, coaches, and teaching artists, students are immersed in challenging repertoire, learning the art of ensemble playing, and exploring their potential in a supportive and inclusive environment. NJYS remains committed to programming works by diverse composers and featured 20th century African- American and women composers such as Duke Ellington, George Walker, Yvonne Desportes, Emma Lou Diemer, Julia Perry, and Florence Price this past season. The NJYS is a program of the Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts (WIPA). WIPA is New Jersey's largest non-profit performing arts education organization serving over 1,500 students of all ages and abilities through a range of classes and ensembles. In addition to the New Jersey Youth Symphony, programs include the Paterson Music Project and Performing Arts School. (Mabel Pais writes on The Arts and Entertainment, Social Issues, Health & Wellness, and Spirituality)

Led by award-winning saxophonist Julius Tolentino, the JTole Summer Jazz Workshop faculty joining the star- studded lineup of guest artists include Now that we have all of our offerings online, this is the perfect Dave Schumacher and Jason Anderson, woodwinds; David Gibson, opportunity to invite all Jazz lovers nationwide to join us for this brass; and Shamie Royston and Matt special event!" Slocum, rhythm section. The two-week “ workshop includes video creation; a - Peter H. Gistelinck, Exec. Dir., WIPA master class series partially funded by the Jazz Education Network; and THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 DOC FILMS 17 JUSTICE WARRIORS IN DOC FILMS By Mabel Pais Michael Moore's Free Gift In Covid Times

"I think the BIG CRISES of our time is (that) our minds have been manipulated to give power to ILLUSIONS. We shifted to measuring growth, not in terms of how LIFE is enriched, but in terms of how life is DESTROYED." - Vandana Shiva, Indian Physicist-Social Activist "As we suffer through one health and environmental crisis after another, it is clear we can no longer simply solar-panel- and-windmill our way out of this Vandana Shiva, physicist, social activist Abandoned Wind Power Turbine Ruins emergency." Photo / Rumble Media/planetofthehumans.com Photo / Rumble Media/planetofthehumans.com -Michael Moore & Jeff Gibbs, Filmmakers Directed by Jeff Gibbs and Executive Produced by extinction event, the so-called "environmental "PLANET OF THE HUMANS" Moore, the film examines if we've been on the "wrong movement's" answer is to push for techno-fixes and FILM ASKS HARD QUESTIONS ABOUT FAILURE OF road" with so-called "green energy" that is anything but band-aids. "It's too little, too late," says Gibbs. "Removed ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT TO HALT CLIMATE green. from the debate is the only thing that 'might' save us: CHANGE AND SAVE PLANET "We have ignored the warnings, and instead all sorts getting a grip on our out-of-control human presence and ichael Moore, Academy Award®-winning of so-called leaders have steered us away from the real consumption. Why is this not 'the' issue? Because that filmmaker, on April 21, the eve of Earth Day, solutions that might save us," says Moore, who holds the would be bad for profits, bad for business." Mreleased a new documentary film on his all-time box office record for documentaries. "This "Have we environmentalists fallen for illusions, RUMBLE Media label - and continues to offer it as a free movie takes no prisoners and exposes the truth about 'green' illusions, that are anything but green, because gift in the midst of the global pandemic. "Planet of the how we have been led ASTRAY in the fight to save the we're scared that this is the end - and we've pinned all Humans" is directed by filmmaker and planet, to the point where if we don't reverse course our hopes on things like solar panels and wind environmentalist Jeff Gibbs. right now, events like the current pandemic will become turbines? No amount of batteries are going to save us, Moore and Gibbs decided that with the American numerous, devastating and insurmountable. The feel- and that is the urgent warning of this film." public - and much of the world - confined to their homes good experience of this movie is that we actually have This compelling, must-see movie - a full-frontal and suddenly having to consider the role humans and the smarts and the will to not let this happen - but only assault on our sacred cows - is guaranteed to generate their behavior have played in our fragile ecosystems, if we immediately launch a new environmental anger, debate, and, hopefully, a willingness to see our the moment was urgent for the film's release. uprising." survival in a new way-before it's too late. Released on the eve of the 50th anniversary of Earth Jeff Gibbs, the writer/editor/director of "Planet of The podcast has now amassed more than 9 million Day and in the midst of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Humans", has dared to say what no one will - that downloads in its first four months. "Planet of the Humans" takes a harsh look at how the "we are losing the battle to stop climate change because To watch the film and for more information, visit environmental movement has lost the battle through we are following environmental leaders, many of whom planetofthehumans.com well-meaning but disastrous choices, including the are well-intentioned, but who've sold out the green KEY CREDITS: belief that solar panels and windmills would save us, movement to wealthy interests and corporate America." Jeff Gibbs, Writer, Editor, Director and by giving in to the corporate interests of Wall This film is the wake-up call to the reality which we are Ozzie Zehner, Producer Street. afraid to face: that in the midst of a human-caused Michael Moore, Executive Producer Length: 1h 40m those who try to defend them, and the fundamental flaws of a legal system that purports to serve justice but Advocate in fact serves the powers that be. "With their Sundance-premiering ADVOCATE they've Tsemel spoke truth to power before the term became (the filmmakers) created an in-the-trenches portrait of trendy and she'll continue to do so after fear makes it this unapologetic firebrand... A remarkable character. unfashionable. As such, she's a model we're hard- A warrior for justice who's spent her entire adult life pressed to preserve in Israel/Palestine, and elsewhere. taking punch after punch, she forever gets up undaunted to fight another day." On the one hand, she's the boy calling the Emperor - Filmmaker Magazine naked, i.e. exposing the underbelly of Israeli security "For us, socially and politically engaged filmmakers, jurisprudence: the occupier is judging the occupied. On her rebellious spirit and radical zeal were an the other hand, she's the boy with his finger in the dam, inspiration. But we could never do what Lea does; doing her utmost to uphold the rule-of-law before the most people couldn't." flood of injustice drowns us all. As one military court - Rachel Leah Jones & Philippe Bellaiche, judge once put it: "If Lea Tsemel didn't exist, we'd have Directors-Producers to invent her." "ADVOCATE" DOCUMENTARY COMING TO POV Unlike the seminal works of recent years ("The Law MONDAY, JULY 27 in These Parts", "The Gatekeepers", "Censored Voices"), Oscar®-shortlisted for Best Documentary Feature and Lea Tsemel counsels a Palestinian client this is a female-centered story. Lea is almost always the PGA-nominated for Outstanding Producer of Documentary Motion Pictures Photo / Home Made Docs only woman, or the only leftist, or the only Jew - in the With power and purpose, Israeli attorney Lea landmark cases and reflecting on the political and room. For the past two decades, the filmmakers have Tsemelchampions the fight for Palestinian rights professional significance of her work as well as the watched Lea work with a mixture of awe and ea Tsemel defends Palestinians: from feminists to personal price one pays for assuming the role of "devil's admiration, marveling at the fact that interrogators fundamentalists, from non-violent demonstrators advocate." still infuriate her, prosecutors still madden her, judges Lto armed militants. As a Jewish-Israeli lawyer Rachael Leah Jones and Philippe Bellaiche first met still frustrate her, verdicts still disappoint her - and who has represented political prisoners for five Lea 25 years ago. By then, the once anonymous clients still break her heart. decades, Tsemel, in her tireless quest for justice, pushes firebrand law student who, after the 1967 war, had KEY CREDITS the praxis of a human rights defender to its limits. fearlessly distributed flyers on campus warning her Directed by Rachel Leah Jones, Philippe Bellaiche As far as most Israelis are concerned, she defends the fellow Israelis to end the occupation or risk a vicious Produced by Philippe Bellaiche, Rachel Leah Jones // indefensible. As far as Palestinians are concerned, she's cycle of violence - was already a household name. Home Made Docs Plus Several Independent Producers more than an attorney, she's an advocate. For the filmmaker duo, a year of documenting was Length: 1hour 48minutes "ADVOCATE" follows Tsemel's caseload in real-time, like gathering a lifetime of evidence. This evidence (Mabel Pais writes on Social Issues, The Arts and including the high-profile trial of a 13-year-old boy - her attests not only to the wrongs of occupation but also to Entertainment, Health & Wellness, and Spirituality) youngest client to date - while also revisiting her the faults of those who try to resist it, the failings of THE INDIAN PANORAMA 18 BOLLYWOOD FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 RICHA CHADHA SHOOTS A SCI-FI SHORT FILM AT HOME

sing her phone, Bollywood actor Richa Chadha has shot a Uscience-fiction short film titled 55 kms/sec at home. She was guided by filmmaker Arati Kadav of Cargo fame. Talking about 55 kms/sec, Richa said in a statement, “Arati is an engineer turned filmmaker. She has an interesting vision. She is good at ‘Enough’: Filmmaker Anubhav science fiction stuff as well as portraying human connections. I loved Sinha ‘resigns from bollywood’ collaborating with her and actor ilmmaker Anubhav Sinha, on Tuesday evening, Mrinal Dutt. This was a challenging announced in a tweet that he has "resigned" from shoot as we had to do everything FBollywood. But what exactly prompted Mr Sinha ourselves, from hair and makeup to to take the decision appears uncertain but his tweet recording sound. But it was well worth suggests that he's had "enough": "Enough! I hereby the effort. I am happy that we were resign from Bollywood. Whatever the f*** that means." able to create something thought- In subsequent tweets, Mr Sinha wrote: "Bollywood provoking and beautiful even in these was, Hindi films will." Anubhav Sinha's tweets sum up grim times.” the emotion that he has dissociated himself from the 55 kms/sec is about living in a world term "Bollywood" but will continue to be part of the that is on edge. Besides Richa Chadha, Hindi film industry, making critically acclaimed films the short film saw several people like he does. The filmmaker even changed his Twitter joining forces. profile name to "Anubhav Sinha (Not Bollywood)." Talking about working remotely on Anubhav Sinha's tweet of "resignation" was the short film with multiple people, preceded by similar tweets from his fellow filmmakers Arati Kadav said, “While we are all Sudhir Mishra and Hansal Mehta. "Bollywood chhodo bracing ourselves for the new normal, (quit Bollywood)," tweeted Mr Mishra, to which, we made this short film as a fun Hansal Mehta replied: "Chhor diya (have quit). It exercise. It was a great idea. My team never existed in the first place." In their tweets, and I saw it as a way of continuing to Anubhav Sinha, Sudhir Mishra and Hansal Mehta work to cheer ourselves up. I met some named the film legends whose work inspired them to spectacular and fantastic people on be filmmakers - Satyajit Ray, Raj Kapoor, Guru Dutt, our virtual set. We are happy that we Ritwick Ghatak, Bimal Roy, Mrinal Sen, Hrishikesh all could remotely come together for Mukherjee, K Asif, Vijay Anand, Javed Akhtar, Tapan something that was a warm, beautiful, Sinha, Gulzar, Shekhar Kapur and Ketan Mehta were humbling, and unifying experience.” on the list. They also hailed new era filmmakers such as Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Neeraj Ghaywan and for making "Indian cinema." PHONE BHOOT: BHUMI PEDNEKAR KATRINA, SIDDHANT FEELS LIKE A QUEEN IN CHATURVEDI, ISHAAN ATHLEISURE ove over, KHATTER TO STAR IN guys. M'Queen' Bhumi Pednekar is HORROR-COMEDY here. The 30-year-old ctors Katrina Kaif, Siddhant actress dropped a Chaturvedi and Ishaan Khatter are set stunning photo of Ato team up for the first time in Phone herself in trendy Bhoot. Touted to be a horror-comedy, the athleisure, upcoming project will be bankrolled by captioning it with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel just three emojis. Entertainment. The makers made the The first one is a announcement on Monday by sharing a clip crown, because she featuring the three actors. feels like a queen, “Darna allowed hai, as long as you’re clearly; the second laughing along the way. #PhoneBhoot, one is the red heart ringing in cinemas near you in 2021,” the emoji followed by production house wrote on social media. sparkles. Farhan Akhtar also tweeted, “The one stop Bhumi's Instafam instantly showered her with shop for all bhoot related problems, a whole lot of love for her athleisure look - she #PhoneBhoot ringing in your nearest jazzed up her look with metallic purple eye cinema in 2021” shadow, matte lip colour and simple hoop Directed by Gurmeet Singh, Phone Bhoot earrings. Varun Dhawan, who was to co-star has been written by Ravi Shankaran and with Bhumi Pednekar in Mr Lele (now Jasvinder Singh Bath. It is expected to go on postponed indefinitely), cheered for her and floors later this year and is scheduled for a dropped the fire emoji. So did several Instagram 2021 release. users, who also commented: "Wow, just wow." On the other hand, Katrina Kaif is Bhumi Pednekar recently celebrated her awaiting the release of Sooryavanshi during birthday and her quarantine birthday party Diwali this year. Ishan Khatter’s The kind of looked like this: "With everything Suitable Boy is set to release on Netflix soon. happening around us, am so so overwhelmed by Siddhant Chaturvedi has Bunty Aur Babli 2 the love that everyone has shown... Thank you so in his kitty. much," she wrote. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 HOLLYWOOD 19 KIM KARDASHIAN ASKS FOR ‘COMPASSION AND EMPATHY’ AFTER KANYE WEST’S TWEETS im Kardashian West on Wednesday opened up about her Khusband Kanye West's bipolar disorder, calling on the media and public to show "compassion and empathy" in light of the rapper's recent RUSSELL CROWE: erratic behavior. West launched his presidential campaign Sunday in a SHOULD HAVE GIVEN rambling speech where he made bizarre comments about abolitionist MORE TIME TO KIDS Harriet Tubman, revealed he had wanted to abort his now seven-year-old hile speaking on a famous talk daughter, and broke down in tears. show, the 56-year-old actor shared He featured in headlines in recent Wthat the Covid-19 pandemic has days for his tweets, later deleted, that given him a new "perspective" on his accused his wife and mother-in-law of relationship with his kids, trying to lock him up, and suggested he Crowe has sons Charles, 16, and is seeking a divorce. Tennyson, 14 with former wife Danielle Reality TV star Kardashian West Spencer. wrote in lengthy Instagram stories that "I look back, and I think I should have she had been reluctant to speak given more time (to my children). It's publicly about how her husband's tricky. I have this big job, and my entire illness had affected his family "because work life takes place overseas. It worries I am very protective of our children me greatly that I didn't spend enough time and Kanye's right to privacy. with them," he said. "But today, I feel like I should "If you're on a big movie like ‘Robin comment on it because of the stigma Hood' and you're physically getting the and misconceptions about mental crap beaten out of you every week, you health," said the 39-year-old. the individual themselves have to being an artist and a black man, who come to the weekend, and all they (his Kardashian West said in her post: engage in the process of getting help experienced the painful loss of his sons) see of you is this lump on the couch. "Those that understand mental illness no matter how hard family and friends mother ... has to deal with the pressure I know a lot of people have had hard times or even compulsive behaviour know try." She said she understood that, as a and isolation that is heightened by his during this period, and I feel deeply for that the family is powerless unless the public figure, West's words were bi-polar disorder. them, but my perspective, simply being member is a minor." subject to criticism and could evoke "Those who are close with Kanye able to stay at home, is such a privilege," "People who are unaware or far "strong opinions and emotions." know his heart and understand his he added. removed from this experience can be But she added that he is a "brilliant words sometimes do not align with his The actor has vowed to do better in the judgmental and not understand that and complicated person who on top of intentions." future. AMBER HEARD ACCUSES JOHNNY DEPP OF CONTRACTED COVID-19 AFTER THROWING BOTTLES LIKE ‘GRENADES’ NOT WEARING MASK 'ONE mber Heard alleged in a British TIME', SAYS ANNA CAMP court on Wednesday that ex- itch Perfect star Anna Camp has revealed she Ahusband Johnny Depp threw "30 had caught coronavirus earlier this year after or so bottles" at her as if they were Pshe didn't wear a mask 'one time' in public. In an "grenades or bombs" during a drunken Instagram post on Tuesday, the 37-year-old actor and frenzied assault in Australia in detailed about her symptoms and urged people to March 2015 that also saw him wear face masks. accidentally sever part of his finger. "I was incredibly safe. I wore a mask. I used hand Taking the witness box for a third day sanitizer. One time, when the world was starting to at the High Court in London during open up, I decided to forgo wearing my mask in public. Depp's libel case against a British One. Time. And I ended up getting it," she wrote. tabloid, the actress refuted his allegation Camp said even though people are comparing that it was she who lost her temper and COVID-19 with the flu, the virus was "absolutely not that she had injured him. that". "Completely losing my sense of smell and taste Heard has described her stay in without knowing when or even if they will return is Australia with Depp as akin to a "three- extremely disorienting," she added. day hostage situation," during which Depp was "completely out of his mind and out of control" following a binge on drugs and alcohol. Heard has said that she feared for her life while at the rented property on Australia's Gold Coast during a visit while Depp was filming the latest "Pirates of the Caribbean" film. The incident is central to The Sun's labeling of Depp in an April 2018 article as a "wife-beater." The publication's defense relies on 14 allegations made by Heard of violence by Depp between 2013 and 2016, in settings as varied as the rented house in Australia, his private island in the Bahamas and a private jet. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 20 ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 21 CORONAVIRUS CRISIS FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 World Covid-19 cases top 15 million, 631,926 dead hile pharma firms race to Wdevelop a vaccine to treat the coronavirus TRACKING THE VIRUS disease, the number of Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro rides his motorcycle at the people infected with Alvorada, amid the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) Covid-19 has crossed over GLOBAL INDIA outbreak, in Brasilia, Brazil. 15 million. A total of 15,439,456 have so far Cases Deaths Cases Deaths contracted the disease DESPITE INFECTION, BRAZIL’S while 631,926 fatalities 15,439,456 631,926 12,87,945 30,601 have been recorded across BOLSONARO TAKES SPIN, the globe, according to latest figures released by CHATS UP WORKERS Johns Hopkins University. India now has the BRASILIA (TIP): Brazilian president Jair second highest daily Bolsonaro refused to let his case of coronavirus keep Covid-19 case count after him down Thursday, going for a spin on a motorcycle the United States. and chatting maskless with a team of groundskeepers Between July 16 and July outside the presidential palace. 22, India registered 269,969 Bolsonaro, 65, has been in quarantine at the new infections against Alvorada Palace in Brasilia since testing positive for Brazil’s 260,962 which — the new coronavirus on July 7. He had to cancel the second and third most upcoming travel plans after a new test came back daily cases in the world. positive again Wednesday. However, the US The far-right leader admitted in a live Facebook continues to report the video Thursday that he was feeling “a bit wretched at maximum number of new being imprisoned here.” cases with nearly half a Photographs captured him taking a motorcycle for a million new cases spin on the palace grounds, stopping at one point to (478,899) coming in the talk to a team of groundskeepers raking leaves -- past week. despite his positive test result and the fact that neither The embassy of Israel he nor the workers appeared to be wearing face in India on Thursday said masks. The president’s office told AFP it “will not be that the two nations will commenting” on the pictures. jointly develop rapid WHO, AFRICA CDC EXPLORE TRADITIONAL Bolsonaro, who has been called a “Tropical Trump,” testing kit which will give has repeatedly defied social distancing guidelines. He the Covid-19 report in less MEDICINE FOR COVID-19 regularly hit the streets for rallies by his supporters than 30 seconds. even as the pandemic exploded in Brazil. “A special planned flight raditional medicine could have a The South American country has the second- from Tel Aviv to New role to play in containing the biggest outbreak in the world, after the United States, Delhi is set to carry a high Tspread of coronavirus. As the with nearly 2.3 million infections and more than ranking Ministry of pandemic spreads rapidly in Africa, the 84,000 deaths. Defence, R&D team which World Health Organisation (WHO) and Brazil registered its two highest daily numbers of has been working with the Africa Centres for Disease Control new infections Wednesday and Thursday, with 67,860 India’s chief scientist K. and Prevention have launched an effort and 59,961, respectively. Vijay Raghavan and to explore such a possibility. Bolsonaro, who has compared the virus to a “little DRDO to develop rapid The new advisory panel will support flu” and condemned the economic impact of stay-at- testing for #Covid_19 in countries in clinical trials, other home measures to contain it, said on Facebook he was under 30 seconds,” the research, and development of feeling “great.” embassy tweeted. traditional therapies, reported The New “You have to be careful, but there’s no reason to live 5 nations have 50% Indian Express (TNIE) quoting in terror,” he said. Associated Press (AP). “We’re concerned with protecting lives, but the of global cases A WHO statement said traditional collateral damage from these (stay-at-home) policies is Five worst-hit nations medicine “has many benefits” and the state said it had confirmed another 403 going to kill a lot more people than the virus.” account for more than continent has a long history of its use. infections, while five people had died Critics condemned the presidential outing. half of the world’s total WHO Africa chief Matshidiso Moeti from the virus in the last 24 hours. The Covid-19 infections and says the research “must be grounded in fatalities, including a man in his 50s, deaths. The nations with science.” mark the country’s biggest one-day rise AUSTRALIA’S VICTORIA most cases are United Several countries showed interest in COVID-19 deaths since late April. States with 4,034,831 after Madagascar’s president promoted “This demonstrates the growing toll REPORTS MOUNTING DEATH cases,Brazil with 2,287,475 a local herbal concoction as part of the this terrible virus is taking on our confirmed cases, while island nation’s pandemic response, community,” Health Minister Jenny TOLL DURING LOCKDOWN India has 1,238,798 cases, TNIE reported. Mikakos told reporters in the state followed byRussia and Australia reports highest coronavirus capital, Melbourne. ustralia’s Victoria state reported a mounting South Africa with 793,720 With authorities unable to bring new death toll from the coronavirus, weeks after a and 408,052 cases deaths in 3 months, infections climb infections below triple digits, residents Asurge in cases sent Melbourne into a second respectively. Australia reported its highest daily in Melbourne and most of the state are lockdown. Face masks now number of coronavirus-related deaths now required to wear masks outside of Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews reported six in three months on Thursday as new their homes. Nationally, Australia has deaths, all of them connected to aged-care facilities, compulsory in UK shops, infections continued to climb in its recorded about 13,000 coronavirus cases and 300 new cases on Friday. That took total deaths in supermarkets second most populous state. Victoria with a death toll of 128. the state to 55. The number of new infections is down from 403 The Boris Johnson yesterday and Wednesday’s record of 484. government in the UK has 298,721confirmed cases of additional cases of the worst outbreak outside The spike has forced around 5 million people in made it mandatory for the coronavirus disease. new coronavirus on the United States. Melbourne back into a six-week lockdown, and masks people to wear a face mask Brazil registers nearly Thursday, the second- Brazil’s Health became mandatory in the city this week. while visiting shops, highest daily jump after Ministry also reported Andrews yesterday announced payments to supermarkets, indoor 60,000 new coronavirus a record on Wednesday, 1,311 more deaths from encourage people to get tested and stay at home, after shopping centres and cases bringing total confirmed COVID-19, pushing the data showed almost all those feeling unwell didn’t transport hubs. The cases to nearly 2.3 official death toll past isolate between first feeling sick and getting a test. country so far has reported Brazil registered 59,961 million in the world’s 84,000. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 22 WORLD FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

Greece: Firefighters race to stop blaze Australia reports highest during lull in wind ATHENS (TIP): Firefighters and coronavirus deaths in 3 months, water-dropping aircraft were fighting a blaze for a second day in southern Greece on July 23 that forced infections climb evacuations and a night-long battle to save seaside homes. SYDNEY (TIP): Australia reported its The Fire Service said the blaze highest daily number of coronavirus- outside the southern city of Corinth related deaths in three months on July 23 had been contained and that there as new infections continued to climb in was no “active front” early Thursday its second most populous state. but more than 250 firefighters, four Victoria state said it had confirmed planes and four helicopters were another 403 infections, while five people putting out flames as winds were had died from the virus in the last 24 expected to pick up later in the day. hours. Several seaside areas were The fatalities, including a man in his evacuated late Wednesday, in an area 50s, mark the country’s biggest one-day that has many summer homes and is rise in COVID-19 deaths since late April. popular with retirees. “This demonstrates the growing toll Most evacuated residents were this terrible virus is taking on our bussed to nearby beaches and no community,” Health Minister Jenny injuries were reported. Mikakos told reporters in the state The fire burned farmland as well as capital, Melbourne. pine and olive trees and gutted or With authorities unable to bring new seriously damaged around 10 homes, infections below triple digits, residents local officials said. AP in Melbourne and most of the state are now required to wear masks outside of China planes flying their homes. Victoria's state premier Daniel Andrews speaks during a press conference in Melbourne on July near island daily: Nationally, Australia has recorded 22, 2020. AFP about 13,000 coronavirus cases with a Taiwan death toll of 128. Frydenberg said. essential reasons. TAIPEI (TIP): China is sending Mountain to climb The shortfall will climb further next Residents who do not wear facemasks military planes near Taiwan with year, hitting A$184.5 billion in 2020-21. are liable to fines of A$200. increasing frequency in what appears The rise in new infections came after “Australia is experiencing a health and State police said they will show some to be a stepping up of its threat to use Australia began relaxing strict economic crisis like nothing we have discretion over the coming week, though force to take control of the island, containment measures imposed in mid- seen in the last 100 years,” Frydenberg state Premier Daniel Andrews urged Taiwan's foreign minister said July March. told reporters in Canberra. people to comply, citing the cases of four 22. While the social distancing rules - “Our economy has taken a big hit and children hospitalised with COVID-19. Such flights are more frequent than which limited mobility of residents and there are many challenges we confront. “We all need to work together, doing reported in the media and have shuttered businesses - slowed the spread We can see the mountain ahead.” simple things, doing, large and small become “virtually a daily of COVID-19, Australian Treasurer Josh Setbacks to recovery things, each of us to protect each other,” occurrence,” Joseph Wu told Frydenberg said it has taken a heavy toll Andrews told reporters in Melbourne. reporters. on the economy. Analysts expect the economy will “It’s all about the small things, the Along with Chinese military The government reported its biggest rebound in coming months as life small improvements in our internal exercises simulating an attack on budget deficit since World War Two on returns to some sort of normal, though processes, and in terms of compliance Taiwan, the flights by China are Thursday after committing to fiscal much depends on whether authorities across the Victorian community that add causing major concern for Taiwan's stimulus of around A$289 billion, or can keep a lid on new virus outbreaks in up.” government, Wu said. 14.6% of gross domestic product (GDP). Melbourne and Sydney, its two biggest Authorities in Australia’s most “What it is doing now is The budget swung into a massive cities, a Reuters poll found. populous state, New South Wales are also unceasingly preparing to use force to deficit of A$85.8 billion ($61.3 billion) in Victoria has for more than two weeks on high alert for new cases despite the resolve the Taiwan problem,” Wu the year-ended June 2020 compared with required nearly 5 million people to stay border with Victoria being closed. said. an earlier forecast for a surplus, home unless leaving for permitted Reuters China claims the self-ruling island democracy as its own territory and threatens to use the People's Liberation Army to bring it under its Tsunami warning cancelled after 7.8- control. The sides split in a civil war in 1949 when Chiang Kai-shek's Nationalists fled to the former magnitude earthquake strikes off Alaska Japanese colony as the Communist Party took control in mainland China. ANCHORAGE (ALASKA) (TIP): A It had prompted the Tsunami Warning "I believe that there's some damage — AP magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near Center to issue a warning for the coastal from the shaking, but they have not been the Alaskan peninsula late July 22, areas of south Alaska, the Alaskan able to confirm that," he said. He added UK to open citizenship shaking buildings, but there were no Peninsula and Aleutian Islands. he had heard no reports of serious for Hongkongers immediate reports of injuries and the About two hours later, just after injuries. U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center midnight, the center canceled the Other towns had sounded their alarms in January canceled an earlier warning of warning and said: "Check with local and started evacuations, he said. It was LONDON (TIP): Britain's route to potentially hazardous waves. officials for all clear." unclear what damage may have citizenship for almost three million In Kodiak, the largest community in Jeremy Zidek, spokesman for the occurred. "Tomorrow they'll get up and people in Hong Kong will open in the earthquake area on an island south Alaska Division of Homeland Security take stock of the damage in their January 2021, and applicants will not of Anchorage, some residents posted and Emergency Management, said communities," said Zidek. "They can't need a job to come to the country, video on social media of people walking emergency officials were trying to see anything in the dark, anyway." interior minister Priti Patel said on up to the high school, which was serving contact people in all the affected In Homer, a Kenai Peninsula town of Wednesday. "We are planning to open as a shelter, and of sirens sounding communities. about 5,800 people, residents in low-lying the Hong Kong British National alarms. The closest is Sand Point, a town of areas were told to use the city's high Overseas Visa from January 2021," The quake struck off the coast, 105 km about 1,000 on another island off the tip school as a shelter, according to local Patel said in a written statement to (65 miles) south-south east of Perryville, of the Alaskan Peninsula. Sand Point public radio there. Public radio showed a parliament. Reuters Alaska, at a depth of 28 km, according to has evacuated and sounded its short video of cars streaming from the the US Geological Survey (USGS). emergency sirens, Zidek said. beach spit to higher ground. Reuters THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 WORLD 23

Brazil president Bolsonaro still tests China launches independent, positive for virus BRASILIA (TIP): Brazil’s unmanned Mars mission government says President Jair Bolsonaro is still testing positive for the coronavirus following his July 7 Wenchang (China) (TIP): China announcement. launched an unmanned probe to The positive test on July 20 came Mars on Thursday in its first after a follow-up check on July 15. The independent mission to visit government says he remains in good another planet, a bid for global health. leadership in space and display The World Health Organisation says of its technological prowess and the median time from onset to clinical ambition. recovery for mild cases is approximately two weeks. The government say Bolsonaro will People watch from a beach as the keep holding videoconferences instead Long March 5 Y-4 rocket, carrying an of face-to-face meetings. He had to unmanned Mars probe of the cancel a trip to northeastern Brazil. At Tianwen-1 mission, takes off from least four members of Bolsonaro’s Wenchang Space Launch Center in Cabinet have been diagnosed with Wenchang, Hainan province, China, coronavirus. on July 23, 2020. China Daily via Bolsonaro repeatedly dismissed the Reuters disease as a “little flu” and often mingled in crowds, sometimes without wearing a mask. He is treating his COVID-19 with the anti-malaria drug Undiagnosed virus infections could be 27 hydroxychloroquine, although it has not been proven effective against the virus and can be dangerous for some times higher in S Korea’s Daegu city: Study people. Brazil’s government says the SEOUL (TIP): A small South Korean country has recorded more than 2 survey of people with no history of million confirmed cases of COVID-19, but living in a city with the coronavirus and more than 81,000 most cases, showed that roughly one in deaths. That’s second only to the 13 had antibodies to the novel United States in both categories, coronavirus, indicating the virus may according to a tally by Johns Hopkins have spread more widely than thought. University. --- AP The study said based on the survey, roughly 185,290 people could have Armed man holds 10 contracted the virus in Daegu city,which bus passengers is the country's fourth-largest city with a population of 2.5 million. hostage in Ukraine "It was estimated that the number of LUTSK (UKRAINE) (TIP): An undiagnosed missing cases may be 27- armed man seized a bus and took 10 fold higher than the number of persons in it hostage in northwestern confirmed cases based on PCR testing in Ukraine on July 21, launching an Daegu," the study said. hours-long standoff with the police, Daegu city recorded 6,886 coronavirus the Ukrainian authorities said. cases alone as of June 6, said the study The police earlier had put the published online in the Journal of number at 20. It was unclear how many Korean Medical Science (JKMS) on July people had been on board. The police 16, but announced by the journal on sealed off the centre of Lutsk. The Tuesday night according to local media. the study, considering the small whether a person has been exposed to assailant is armed and carrying The study done between May 25 and specimen size and a use of rapid the virus. Similar studies have shown explosives, they said. He threw a hand June 5 followed 198 people in Daegu city antibody test kits with 92 per cent infection rates ranging from 0.1 per cent grenade that failed to explode at who had never been tested for COVID-19, specificity. in Tokyo to 17 per cent in London and 5.2 officers and shot at them twice. and found 15 of them, or 7.6 per cent, had "We do estimate there are more per cent in Spain nationwide. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said antibodies. infections than the confirmed patients in South Korea, an early success story in negotiations with the man are That is a much higher infection rate Daegu. We are in talks with the city to containing the virus among its 51 underway. The man called the police than that found in a survey of more than conduct antibody tests for some 3,300 million population after a severe and demanded that top Ukrainian 3,000 people in South Korea that excluded people to estimate the size," Jeong Eun- outbreak in Daegu in March, has officials release statements on their Daegu, in which only one person showed kyeong, Korea Centers for Disease reported 13,879 cases and 297 deaths. The social media pages calling themselves neutralising antibodies to the novel Control and Prevention (KCDC) director, country is now battling small but terrorists. The police have identified coronavirus earlier this month. told a briefing on Wednesday. persistent clusters of infections with 63 him as Maksim Krivosh (44). — AP Health authorities urged caution over Antibody, or serology, tests show new cases reported on Tuesday. Reuters Student files first climate change lawsuit against Australian govt SYDNEY (TIP): A 23-year-old student investors who buy Australian commitment for net zero carbon susceptible" to climate change risks, has filed a lawsuit against Australia's government bonds should be made aware emissions by 2050 across their entire according to the statement filed with the government alleging it has failed to of the risks the country faces due to portfolio. Climate change has long been a Federal Court of Australia in Victoria disclose climate change-related risks to climate change that might make it hot button issue in Australia, becoming state. "Accordingly, (a) those risks are investors in the country's sovereign difficult for Australia to pay back its debt. even more so since last summer when material to an investor's decision to trade bonds, in the first such action against the The litigation comes amid a global call intense wildfires raged for about four in exchange-traded Australian Australian government. for a "green" recovery in the wake of the months across large parts of the country, government bonds (e-AGBs) and (b) an According to the litigation filed on coronavirus pandemic and as many large killing 33 people and millions of animals. investor is entitled to be informed of Wednesday, Kathleen O'Donnell claims investment managers pledge their "Australia is materially exposed and those risks." - Reuters THE INDIAN PANORAMA 24 WOMEN FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

CONNOISSEUR’S STRAWBERRY FACE PACKS CHOICE FOR GLOWING SKIN By Tript Arora It’s time to give a fruity treat not just for your palette but for your skin as well. Strawberries do Quick masala chicken wonders for your skin. Being rich in nutrients, you can expect asala chicken is Strawberry to perform miracles for usually loaded your skin. These strawberry tales Mwith lots of have been around since Roman and onion and tomatoes. But Egyptian eras and they used them my quick masala chicken for medicinal properties especially is devoid of both. There is for acne treatment. an interesting story It has been proven that behind this recipe. On strawberries with their anti- Saturday evening after a oxidants, astringent and anti- hectic day at the office, I inflammatory properties help came home tired. Usually slowing down aging process, treat I make something special burns and offer best form of UV on Saturday evenings to protection. celebrate the weekend. Being rich in alpha-hydroxylic My dear hubby had taken acid, Strawberries help get rid of out chicken from the dead skin cells. refrigerator and thawed it . And I was in no mood to cook . So I thought let me churn out a recipe which can be made Strawberries and quickly and will tingle the taste buds too. I went to the fresh ceam mask kitchen, looked at the chicken and I had a Eureka Moment! I always store peeled garlic and grated ginger in a Take strawberry puree, mix with Tupperware container in my fridge. And those were the fresh cream (dry skin) or yogurt saviours. I made ginger, garlic and green chilli paste; (oily skin) and add a tablespoon of marinated the chicken in it along with lemon juice in honey.Apply all over face, and leave tablespoon cocoa powder and honey. and strawberries, add to it, a sarson ka tel (Raw Mustard oil) . Usually I smoke Mustard it on for 10 minutes and wash with Apply on face for 15 minutes and quarter cup of sour cream or oil before using it in any recipe. But as I told you I was too warm water. You can deep freeze wash off with warm water. It helps yoghurt and a tablespoon of honey. tired that day so used it as it is. But the taste it gave to the and store this mask like how I to make you skin glow and also Apply all over face; let it on for 15 chicken was amazing. Simply finger licking good. (Excuse regularly do. This Mask helps makes it soft. minutes before washing it off with me for using the KFC phrase). The recipe I made to reduce Acne. warm water. simplify my dinner turned out to be everyone' s favorite. Honey and Strawberry This inspired me to share my quick recipe with you, Spicy Strawberries & Face Mask Rice flour and Strawberry and Quick Masala Chicken . Lime Face Pack Face Pack Mash few strawberries with fork We Need Helps in de-tanning your skin and until it turns into a smooth paste. Blend a few strawberries with a 600 gm Chicken, 10 cloves Garlic, 2" Piece Ginger, lightens pigmentation marks on Add a tablespoon of honey and tablespoon of rice flour. Apply on Juice of one lemon, 1 Green Chilli, ½ Tsp freshly your skin. Mix strawberries and a apply this mask for 15 minutes and face for 15 minutes before washing ground black pepper, 1 Tsp Red Pepper Powder, 1 Tsp tablespoon of limejuice. Apply all wash with warm water. Honey is an it away. Turmeric Powder, 1 Tsp Kasmiri Chilli Powder, 2 Tbsp over face for 15 minutes and wash anti – oxidant that helps to fight Raw Mustard oil /without smoking/ straight from the off with warm water. skin impurities and acne. Strawberry Scrub bottle, 2 Tsp of cream or Malai, Salt to taste, 2 Tbsp of Slice up a berry and rub it all over Chopped Coriander for garnishing. Strawberry & Blemish prone skin your face, its alpha hydroxyl acids Chocolate Mask Strawberry Mask have excellent exfoliating ability. Here We go Let it sit on your face for a minute Wash and clean Chicken. Put diagonal cuts on the Mash strawberries along with a Mash quarter cup of ripe banana and wash off. surface of the chicken. Add ginger, garlic, green chilli and lemon juice to a grinder and make a paste. In a mixing bowl add mustard oil, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and Colour your lips pink with beetroot salt. Mix everything together. The spices will turn into a tart by washing the beetroot thoroughly with beautiful red colour because of raw mustard oil. water. Then, peel the outer layer off. Cut the Add ginger,garlic , green chilli and lemon juice paste Sbeetroot into small slices and put it into the food to the oil and spices mix. Also add malai or cream. processor. Grind the beetroot completely till there is a Mix everything together. visible watery residue. Now Add chicken pieces and mix thoroughly so that Make sure that you do not add water to the beetroot as every chicken piece is coated with spices.Marinate it it will dilute the vibrancy of the color. for half an hour. Carefully strain the juice of the grated beetroot, and After half an hour, heat a pan and add marinated make sure that no bits and pieces make their way into chicken to it. Mix well and cover. Keep the flame on it. Transfer it immediately into a clean container to low. Let it simmer. store it for future use. Here, I have used an old lip balm Occasionally keep on turning the chicken so that it case to store the tint. The container or jar that you are doesn't burn on any side. using has to be cleaned and sterilized. To make sure Add Kashmiri red chilli powder after 10 minutes of that the case is clean, wipe off any residual product that cooking. We will slow cook it for around 15 minutes might be present, wash it thoroughly and sterilize with or till done. rubbing alcohol. When the chicken is done add chopped coriander Add about a teaspoon of coconut oil to the beetroot and switch off the flame. tint. If you are looking for a sheer lip color, you can add Serve it along with any salad and enjoy Quick a little more coconut oil. If you end up using less than a you’ll need to store it in the refrigerator to make it last Masala chicken as snack or enjoy it with any bread. teaspoon of oil, then the formula of the lip tint will turn longer. out to be dry and flaky on your lips. You can replace the As soon as it is applied, the lip tint appears to be soft Tip coconut oil with honey or beeswax, as they do an pink in color. But once it oxidizes in a few minutes, your Take tender small chicken for this recipe. Don't add any excellent job at moisturizing lips. lips will take on a gorgeous reddish-plum tint, which water during cooking. The chicken will cook in its own Now use a clean spoon or toothpick to blend the looks stunning on any skin tone! You can dab it once for juices. mixture well. Place the container in the refrigerator a softer, more natural look or layer it for more intensity. You Can reach me at: www.triptasfoodtunnel.com and wait for the tint to solidify before using. As this lip Apply your all-natural lip tint as often as possible and Email : [email protected]. tint is completely natural and free from preservatives, you can have softer, pinker lips in a week. Instagram: @triptasfoodtunnel THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 HEALTH 25 HERE’S WHY YOU SHOULDN’T TAKE PALPITATIONS LIGHTLY alpitation is an irregular, rapid, skipped or strong Pheartbeat. While some people experience it very rarely, others may feel these sensations quite often. These palpitations are caused due to certain disturbances in the heart’s normal rhythm and can lead to the heartbeat becoming too fast or too slow. It usually happens when one is stressed out, anxious, physically exhausted or is suffering from some Why you should add pumpkin illness. Consuming large amounts of caffeine or alcohol dehydration, seeds to your diet? hyperthyroidism, certain medications such as cough e all know the importance of making healthy medicine, diet pills or recreational choices, but owing to our fast paced lives, all drugs can also trigger irregular Wof us have taken unhealthy shortcuts at some heartbeats. point. However, it is never too late and you can always Some palpitations occur due to a They are diagnosed through a Palpitations and Arrythmia switch to healthier alternatives — and pumpkin seeds slightly increased duration of physical examination, blood tests or In a healthy heart, the heart rate are great to begin with. Packed with the goodness of contraction in the atria i.e. the electrocardiogram (ECG). In case is between 60 to 100 beats a minute. health, the green coloured seeds are also a great upper chamber of the heart, leading the patient has a racing pulse or When there is a palpitation, the rate snacking option to keep those mid-day hunger pangs to the skipping of a beat. It can also dizziness, an electrophysiology fluctuates either too fast or too slow, at bay. occur due to atrial fibrillation study can be recommended. For and while palpitations are mostly Take a look at why you should add pumpkin seeds to which is a rapidly irregular heart more advanced cases of harmless, in certain cases, they can your diet. beat caused due to abnormal palpitations, a 24-hour monitoring be the sign of an underlying heart electrical activity in the atria. Just can be conducted to assess the problem such as cardiac arrythmia. Enriched with Omega-3 like the upper chamber of the heart, heart’s rhythm through a Holter Arrythmia occurs when the Pumpkin seeds are one of the best sources of contractions in the below chamber monitor. electrical impulses that coordinate Omega-3 fatty acids, which is an essential fat required i.e. ventricles also cause heartbeats do not function properly, by the body. However, our body can’t produce it on its palpitations. How can they be managed resulting in the heart to beat own, which is why one is advised to consume foods Simple palpitations or the ones irregularly. The slow heart rate is that help meet the body’s requirement. A handful of How are they diagnosed that are harmless can be managed known as bradycardia and the fast pumpkin seeds every day can serve that purpose. Not It is difficult to diagnose by undertaking the following one is called tachycardia. While in only that, apart from cell maintenance, Omega-3 fatty palpitations and their seriousness precautions: some people, arrythmias may cause acids are also known to improve heart health, reduce because they generally come and go Quit smoking the heart to skip or add a beat with inflammation and prevent obesity. and may not last for a longer Reduce or quit the consumption no effect on overall health or the duration. Therefore, it is important of alcohol ability to lead a normal life, in Regulates cholesterol to consider certain factors before Get adequate sleep certain cases they can be life- Cholesterol, which is of two types, good cholesterol seeking medical advice. These Avoid stress or anxiousness threatening. When left undiagnosed or high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and bad cholesterol include monitoring the heartbeat Engage in deep breathing or untreated, they can hinder the or low-density lipoprotein (LDL), is produced by our (whether it is too fast or slow), techniques to regulate your heart’s pumping ability, causing liver. LDL builds up in the walls of our arteries, checking for symptoms such as breathing and reduce stress fatality. resulting in blockages that can lead to a heart attack or dizziness, syncope (fainting), chest Drink enough fluids to keep Therefore, while palpitations are stroke. While, HDL, serves as a maintenance crew of pain or shortness of breath, yourself well hydrated commonly experienced by artery walls; removing bad cholesterol and recycling frequency and duration of Eat regular meals as low blood everyone, they should not be them. Pumpkin seeds are a great way to maintain the palpitations. sugar can trigger palpitations ignored. balance of cholesterol in our body. Rich in antioxidants Pumpkin seeds are rich in antioxidants due to their Obesity, metabolic syndrome are risk PUFA and lipophilic antioxidant content. Antioxidants remove unwanted waste substances known as free radicals. These are molecules with factors for severe influenza: Research unpaired electrons. Free radicals affect cell proteins, DNA, and cell membranes by stealing their electrons esearchers recently found that metabolic through a process called oxidation. syndrome increases the risk for severe disease So, you can’t miss out on this superfood which is low Rfrom a viral infection. in calories and packed with nutrients. These tasty The findings are based on a review of associated seeds can add some crunch to your salads and soups as literature by researchers from St Jude Graduate School well. Whichever way you choose to have them, adding of Biomedical Sciences and the University of them is always a good idea. Tennessee Health Science Center. It has been published in The American Society for Microbiology. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of at least three co- PAGE SPONSORED BY occurring conditions that could lead to the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). DR. SATISH AND GITANJLI ANAND These conditions include excess abdominal fat, high blood pressure, excess blood sugar, abnormalities of DR. 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GITANJLI ANAND subjects, obesity doubles the likelihood of developing Not just excess weight, the literature review looked at Former President, India influenza. a study on diabetes patients with confirmed cases of Association of Long Island Besides the Centers for Disease Control and COVID-19. The study found these patients to be at a (IALI) Prevention also recently recognised obesity as a risk significantly higher risk for severe pneumonia E-mail: factor for severe illness caused by SARS-CoV-2. “This is compared to non-diabetic COVID-19 patients. [email protected] THE INDIAN PANORAMA 26 SCIENCE & TECH FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 PUBG INTRODUCES TACTIC TO CATCH PLAYERS CHEATING: HERE’S HOW IT WORKS n Wednesday,PUBG MOBILE introduced a new way to Oidentify cheaters in a game. It is making it harder for cheaters by China launches independent, introducing a tactic called Safety Observation Period. By introducing unmanned Mars mission this new tactic to the game, PUBG Mobile aims to maintain a fair hina successfully launched an unmanned gaming environment for all players. probe to Mars on Thursday in its first PUBG Mobile is using artificial Cindependent mission to another planet, a bid intelligence (AI) and machine for global leadership in space and a display of its learning (ML) for the Safety technological prowess and ambition. China’s largest Observation Period. The new carrier rocket, the Long March 5 Y-4, blasted off with system is designed in a way that it the probe at 12:41 p.m. (0441 GMT) from Wenchang will automatically identify players Space Launch Centre on the southern island of who are attempting to gain unfair Hainan. The probe is expected to reach Mars in advantages by violating the game’s February where it will attempt to deploy a rover to end-user license agreement. explore the planet for 90 days. If a player tries to make unfair If successful, the Tianwen-1, or “Questions to attempts in a game or once any Heaven”, which is the name of a poem written two triggering behavior is detected, the millennia ago, will make China the first country to new tactic will remove them from orbit, land and deploy a rover in its inaugural the matching queue. All players in mission. the game are strictly required to There will be challenges ahead as the craft nears play the game under a Safety Mars, Liu Tongjie, spokesman for the mission, told Observation Period. only be able to access limited game Operations Team is fully committed reporters ahead of the launch. “When arriving in PUBG Mobile states in a press modes until the observation to continue guaranteeing an the vicinity of Mars, it is very critical to decelerate,” release that during the Safety period. amazing game experience and treat he said. “If the deceleration process is not right, or if Observation Period players will It must be noted that if players all users equally and fairly.” “By flight precision is not sufficient, the probe would not not be matched with players who damage the fair gaming taking a closer look at players who be captured by Mars,” he said, referring to gravity are not under safety observation or environment while under don’t respect the rules of the game on Mars taking the craft down to the surface. record any earnings or stats from observation, they will be banned. and play fair, we’re continuing to their matches. Additionally, the Commenting on introducing this show our commitment to providing Venus has 37 active volcanic players will also be unable to team- new tactic the PUBG Mobile Team a fair gaming environment for all,” structures, scientists find up or spectate message. They will states, “PUBG MOBILE’s official the team adds. enus is one of the hottest planets in our solar system after Mercury. Now, researchers have HOW TO QUICKLY TRANSFER WHATSAPP Videntified three dozen features on Venus, which they state could have been created by volcanism. If this is true then it will potentially CHATS FROM IPHONE TO ANDROID reshape our understanding about the planet and its evolution. witching from an iPhone to an The study was made possible by the help of Android phone can be a little computer simulations to model the formation and Sdaunting for some as they will evolution of Venus’ ring-shaped volcanic structures, not be able to carry forward the called coronae, in detail. The study was led by backups of their WhatsApp chats geophysicist Anna Gu¨lcher of ETH Zu¨rich in along with them. This is because both Switzerland. Android and iOS maintain backups in Venus’ coronae are formed by plumes of molten different locations and in different rock rising from the mantle up through the crust. formats. Android keeps the backups This process is similar to how Earth’s volcanos in Google Drive and iOS keeps the function. Interestingly, most of Earth’s volcanism files in iCloud. occurs along the boundaries of tectonic plates, but There is a workaround that lets you modern Venus doesn’t seem to possess tectonic transfer your iPhone WhatsApp chats plates. to the Android client. Take a look. Co-author of the study Laurent Montési, a How to export WhatsApp chats from professor of geology at the University of Maryland, said that there are still active volcanos present on iPhone the planet. He adds that they might be dormant but „ Open WhatsApp and swipe left not dead. Venus was earlier determined to be an on the chat you want to take to to your phone from the Play to your Google Drive. Here’s how you inactive planet, however, now it is being said that the your new Android phone. Store. can setup automatic WhatsApp “interior is still churning and can feed many active „ Tap on the ‘More’ button and „ Open WhatsApp and go through backups for Android: volcanoes.” select the ‘Export Chat’ option. the setup process. „ Open WhatsApp and tap on the „ Now select the Mail option and „ During the setup process, you three dots located on the top enter your email address to send will be asked if you want to right corner. the mail. ‘Restore’ older chats, tap on „ Tap on Settings and then tap „ Repeat this process for all the ‘Restore’. ‘Chats’. chats you want to transfer to „ After the restore is complete, „ In the Chats section select the your new Android phone. press the next button and start ‘Chat Backup’ option and tap on using your WhatsApp. the ‘Back up to Google Drive’ How to import iPhone WhatsApp chats WhatsApp tips: How to exit and delete a option. „ Select the backup frequency and to Android group time. „ Download all of the WhatsApp Now that your chats have been „ Choose the Google Account you exports from your mail to your transferred, you can setup your want to backup your chats onto. Android phone. Android phone to keep taking „ Select if you want to include „ Install a fresh copy of WhatsApp automatic backups and saving them videos in your backups or not. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 BIZ & FINANCE 27 Google to approach CCI for approval on Rs 33,737 crore deal with Jio Platforms

ech giant Google will approach the Competition TCommission of India (CCI) to ASIA’S HOTTEST TECH STOCK seek approval for its Rs 33,737 crore investment in Jio Platforms for a SOARS 713% WITH BUY NOW, 7.73% stake, according to sources. Google plans to approach the CCI for approval on the deal in the next PAY LATER PLATFORM two weeks, according to the sources he hottest stock in Asia since markets hit their privy to the development. nadir in March amid the peak of the When contacted, Google and Tcoronavirus impact is an Australian payment Reliance Jio did not comment on the company that is seeking to cash in on the global matter. change in spending habits. Installment payment The deal, which was announced platform operator Afterpay Ltd. has surged 713% to on July 15 at Reliance Industries’ become the top performer on the 1,574 member MSCI annual general meeting, will see Asia Pacific Index since the gauge’s March 23 low, Google pick up 7.73% stake in RIL’s according to data compiled by Bloomberg. Flowing technology venture Jio Platforms government stimulus, a shift to digital payments and for Rs 33,737 crore. The partnership apps – to 13 marquee firms mom-and-pop stores. stuck-at-home shoppers have bolstered expectations will also see the two parties including chipmaker Intel Corp and Commenting on the partnership for the firm as it expands across the US, UK and cooperate on technology initiatives, Qualcomm Inc, for over Rs 1.52 lakh with Jio, Google CEO Sundar Pichai Canada. including development of crore. had said: “Through this partnership Afterpay’s market value surged above A$20 billion affordable smartphones. Jio Platforms, which is also with Jio Platforms, we see the chance ($14.3 billion) after underlying sales more than California-based Alphabet Inc amassing a wide range of services to have an even greater impact than doubled and the company unveiled overseas (parent company of Google) joined from music streaming to online either company could have alone. expansion plans including deals with Apple Inc. and Facebook Inc, which opened the retail and payments, is expected to This partnership is a key part of the Google Pay. Better-than-expected credit quality and investment cycle in Jio Platforms by use its 388 million mobile phone next chapter of investment in India... wider customer usage amid the pandemic prompted picking 9.99% stake for Rs 43,573.62 subscribers as the cornerstone of an Our investment of $4.5 billion in Jio Morgan Stanley to almost triple its price target earlier crore. e-commerce and digital services is the first -- and the biggest -- this month. Last month, Facebook received business to rival Amazon and investment we will make through While the stock’s valuation “seems challenging, we CCI approval on its transaction that Walmart’s Flipkart. this fund (of $10 billion announced think it is warranted by the global buy now, pay later was carried out through a wholly- Google and Jio are partnering to on July 13).” platform that Afterpay is building out,” the analysts owned indirect subsidiary, Jaadhu build an operating system that could On July 13, Google announced its wrote in a July 8 note. “We see greater adoption of e- Holdings LLC. power affordable 4G and 5G ‘Google for India Digitisation Fund’, commerce, given its accessibility and convenience, in Reliance has sold a 32.8% stake in smartphones. Also, JioMart, online wherein it will invest Rs 75,000 crore a post-Covid world.” Jio Platforms Ltd – the unit that shopping portal, and WhatsApp will (about $10 billion) to accelerate houses India’s youngest but largest be working closely to enable India’s digital economy over the next TikTok under scrutiny in Australia telecom firm Jio Infocomm and customers to seamlessly transact at 5-7 years. over security, data concerns Qatar Airways sues, SYDNEY (TIP): Popular Chinese video app TikTok Rush to safe haven assets pushes has been put under scrutiny in Australia after cyber experts raised issues of data breach, user privacy,and gold to Rs 50,000/10gm seeks $5 billion from foreign intervention, a news agency reported. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said in a old has touched a boycotting countries statement that his government was taking a “good nine-year high of ong-haul carrier Qatar Airways look” at the Chinese app owned by Bytedance that has GRs 50,000 per 10 said on Wednesday that it also come under US’ radar over security concerns gram as global Llaunched international such as data harvesting using AI. uncertainties triggered arbitration seeking at least $5 billion If Australia would feel that there’s a need to take by Covid pandemic, from four boycotting Arab countries for strict actions than the country is taking now, then the weak dollar, low interest blocking its flights from their airspace administration won't be shy about it, Morrison said rates and stimulus and their markets, years into a on-air in a radio address in Melbourne. While the app programmes have simmering political dispute between flaunts over 800 million users worldwide, a ban on increased the appetite the nations. The Doha-based carrier did TikTok in Australia could be possible say experts, for the yellow metal, not elaborate where it initiated over the company's potential ties with China. The considered a safe haven international arbitration against west now fears risks of geopolitical surveillance amid for investors during a Bahrain, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the a thawing of bilateral relations with China, as earlier, period of uncertainty. United Arab Emirates, all of whom the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said that Standard gold on launched a boycott of Qatar in June Donald Trump administration was considering Wednesday rose to hit a 2017 that continues today. banning the Chinese app over security concerns. record high of Rs 50,000 In a statement, the airline said the Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Government per 10 gram in Mumbai, reflecting firmness in the international arbitration involved three separate announced that it was examining the safety of the market. It has surged nearly 40 per cent in the last one year, while agreements Qatar had with the Chinese app citing “perceived risk” after the British Sensex showed a loss of 0.41 per cent at 37,871.52 (Wednesday closing) boycotting nations: the Organisation of government banned Huawei's 5G network. in the same period. the Islamic Conference Investment “A weak US dollar, EU leaders approving a recovery plan worth 750 Agreement, the Arab Investment billion euros, expectation of US Fed keeping interest rates near record Agreement and the bilateral low level till the end of 2022 and issues related to the virus getting investment treaty between the State of prolonged are the key reason for the rally in precious metals,” said Qatar and Egypt. The decision by the Nish Bhatt, founder & CEO, Millwood Kane International. blockading states to prevent Qatar Gold futures prices soared to a nine-year high of $ 1,856.60 at Airways from operating in their London’s trading session on Wednesday, rising to a level not touched countries and flying over their airspace since September 2011. Gold is traditionally used as a hedge against is a clear breach of civil aviation inflation and global economies are considering further stimulus to conventions and several binding boost growth which may fuel inflation further. agreements they are signatories to, Many gold analysts have now revised their price targets saying that Qatar Airways CEO Akbar al-Baker prices could go up to Rs 65,000 per 10 grams in the next 18-24 months. said in a statement. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 28 ASTROLOGY FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020

Shree Ganeshaya Namah

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The Indian Panorama brings you Weekly and Birthday Horoscope from the World's most trusted astrologer Nastur Bejan Daruwalla. Weekly Horoscope JULY 27 - AUGUST 2 ARIES: Ganesha says there will be fears of LEO: Ganesha says you thrive on work, which SAGITTARIUS: Ganesha says your own growth being misunderstood or wrongly judged. But you you like, and you deliver the goods. There is will be the most vital and you put all your energies have to go with your gut feel. Try out prayer and domestic harmony too and many intimate into it. You also manage to take your work to the meditation and ask your soul for answers. There moments with loved ones. If there is a next level. If you are an artist, painter or writer, could be many twists here and I do not want to significant other in your life, you will have a the accolades will flow like confetti. There are make further generalizations as individual whale of a time together. You work hard to make many sources of income and inspiration as you horoscopes can be like chalk and cheese - very the future as secure as possible. You are sensible grow financially, emotionally and spiritually. This different. This is an interesting period. Watch it enough to realize that even the best of is a great period with growth and development in closely. relationships can break down when it is not all aspects of life. Ganesha blesses you. TAURUS: You are in a better frame of mind manured well. CAPRICORN: Ganesha says you will worry now. There is more stability in your affairs and VIRGO: Ganesha says you look at new ideas about the tiniest details and keep bothering about your thought processes. There is success at work and get extra creative. Those in the media do trifles. This can become an irritating habit. There and you have fun too. You enjoy the good life and exceptionally well. This is the time for expansion may also be indiscretions in affairs of the heart as seek out happy times with loved ones. This is a in thought processes and a new focus. There is you sow your oats without caution. There are period when Venus is powerful and your sexuality intimate bonding and a deep quest for a higher good times in store and it all depends on how you and charisma are expressed easily.Those in films, consciousness. Like Osho declared, you look to handle it. You can go overboard or go with the fashion and media do well for themselves and win move from sex to super consciousness, from the flow; it all depends on you. rewards and awards. root charka to the higher ones. You have lofty AQUARIUS: Ganesha says there is the true GEMINI: Ganesha says you are on a high and ambitions and do not want to be bogged down realization of your work potential and there is this is the time to capitalize on the good tidings of with just work and family. applause for all the hard work that you have put in the period. There is grand success and LIBRA: Ganesha says you look to widen the over the last period. Your professional skills and accomplishment waiting for you. The period limits of your mind. There is new intensity to performance will be awesome. New projects / favors travels / meetings / conferences / your life. There could be power, status, and ventures / collaborations will be launched and interviews / trips / more brain power / contacts / prestige. You will be worldly and yet detached or successfully completed. You will find new ways to communication / correspondence / contracts. otherworldly. There will also be international augment your income; there could be Work and play will be enhanced in this period and travel and many new associations. Ganeshsa moonlighting and freelance ventures. Ganesha is so will the rewards. Ganesha asks you not to spare blesses you. You are filled with new ideas and are happy for you as you realize your dreams. the horses! raring to go like a greyhound chasing a rabbit. PISCES: Ganesha says this is a period of CANCER: You are on the fast track to success. SCORPIO: Ganesha says you activate old progress and also some negativity. You can get Your life is moving the way you want it to and this friendships and are networking with frenzy. You ruthless which is not in your nature in the pleases you no end. You are happy and it shows. also streamline office procedures and normal course. But you exhibit a determination The mood is also contagious. There is travel, relationships with those you work with. You are and resolve rarely seen. You spend time in partnerships, attachments, romance and many looking at genuine, physical, mental, emotional reflection and are interested in metaphysical new and fulfilling bonds. There is a new expansion. You need wider horizons and a matters. But, along with these diversions, momentum powering you. This is indeed a great broader canvas for your ambitions. Finances will youalso busy yourself with the money angle. time to be and you are enjoying every moment of be more than adequate for all that you set out to Both money and spirituality will hold your it. do. interest and attention.

Birthday Horoscope July 27 - August 2, 2020

July 27:Ganesha says intense feelings of gone on at home reaches a resolution, or interactions that make play and happy accord attraction and desire impel you to break through someone announces an intention as a result. the primary directives. Touch base with a good reserves to seek satisfaction or get at the truth. Evening moods, however, bring reckless friend far away. If it's a family matter that needs transformation, responses from others involved. August 1:Oh happy day! Positive outlooks, bright others may bolt rather than dig deep. July 30:You may want to believe in someone or ideas, unexpectedly good options, and faith in July 28: If you forged a strong relationship be looking for peaceful fun, but explosive the future ensure that good news and good yesterday, you'll be able to balance it with behavior from a partner or child destabilizes views win out! reason and stability today, especially at home. If potential good times, including lunchtime anger August 2: The morning holds the energy key to it was on internal personal exploration, you'll feel or shopping feuds. the day. There's a chance to follow up with it steady out today. July 31:The power to improve matters lets you action about a greater idea from yesterday, but July 29: Now may be the time when all that's leave troubles behind and enjoy refreshing don't commit later in the day. THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 SPIRITUALITY 29

s the name suggests, the day is dedicated to the Naga Devta or the Asnake god. It is one of the significant days in Sawan, the auspicious month in the Hindu calendar. It is also one of the oldest festivals celebrated across India. Sawan or Shravan, in the NAG PANCHAMI peak rainy season, is dotted with vrats and pujas. that Shiva blessed Vasuki and wore him Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva and as an ornament. He is considered as the devotees observe 'Sawan Somwar' every king of nagas and has a gem called Monday of the month that corresponds Nagamani on his head. He is also to July-August of the Gregorian mentioned in Ramayana and calendar. Mahabharata. The popular legend in Nag Panchami is also known as Nag which Hinduism is part was the Chaturthi or Nagul Chavithi. In Gujarat, ‘Samudra Manthan’, the churning of the Nag Panchami is observed few days after ocean of milk. In the legend, devas and most states and this year it will be rakshasas were engaged in the churning observed on August 8. In Andhra of the sea in search of nectar to be Pradesh, the puja is done just after immortal. Vasuki allowed the devas and Diwali. rakshasas to use him as a rope to extract the ambrosia of immortality. Nag Panchami timings Panchami Tithi begins at 2:34 pm on Kaliya July 24 Kaliya was a poisonous snake living in Panchami Tithi ends at 12:02 pm on the Yamuna river in Vrindavan. The July 25 water boiled and bubbled with poison for four leagues and no human or birds Nag Panchami vrat or puja could go near the river. Kaliya was the Many devotees observe fast and feed resident of Ramanaka Dwipa but moved the poor on this day. People offer milk to to Vrindavan by the fear of Garuda, the the Nag Devta or the snake god as part of enemy of serpents. Garuda was cursed the rituals. People also decorate their by a yogi he could not enter Vrindavan. houses with rangolis and make kheer as Once when Krishna with his friends prashad or offering to the god. In India, were playing on the banks of the river devotees pray to several snake gods on and accidentally the ball fell in the river. Nag Panchami. Some among them are Krishna jumped in the river and Kaliya Ananta, Vasuki, Shesha, Padma, rose up with his hundred and ten hoods Kambala and Kaliya. vomiting the poison. After a tiff with the snake, Krishna rose up from the bottom Nag Panchami and mythology dancing on the head of Kaliya. The In Sanskrit, 'Nag' means snake and incident is remembered as the ‘Kalinga people worship the snake god to protect Nartana’ in South India. their families from the evil. According to Hindu scriptures are Ananta, Vasuki, performing yoga nidra on Shesha nag. In mythology, a deadly snake 'Kalia' had Shesha, Padma, Kambala, Karkotaka, 2019, Nag Panchami falls on August 5. Manasa Devi been poisoning the waters of the Ashvatara, Dhritarashtra, On the occasion of Nag Panchami, Mansa Devi is a Hindu goddess of Yamuna, making it difficult for the Shankhapala, Kaliya, Takshaka and here’s a look at five Nagas and their snakes worshipped mainly for the brijwasis (residents of Brij in Uttar Pingala. prominent roles in Hindu mythology. prevention and cure of snakebite and for Pradesh), to drink the water. Lord The Adi Shesha, also known as fertility and prosperity. She is the sister Krishna (an avatar of Lord Vishnu) Shesha Nag, is believed to be a seven- Adishesha of Vasuki and wife of sage Jaratkaru. destroyed Kalia and the snake god was hooded snake on which Lord Vishnu Adishesha also called as Sheshanaga, She is depicted as a goddess sitting on a forced to take back the poison from the rests in Vaikuntha. Shri Rama's brother is the king of nagas. Puranas mention lotus, covered with or standing upon river. Krishna had blessed him and said, Lakshman and Shri Krishna's elder Adishesha as the one who holds all snakes. Sometimes she is also seen with people who pray and offer milk to the sibling Balrama are incarnations of the planets and universe on his hoods and a child on her lap. snake god on Nag Panchami will always Adi Shesha in the human form. sings glories of Lord Vishnu. He is often be protected from the evil. And Vasuki is the snake that seeks depicted resting on Shesha. It is said that Astika refuge around Lord Shiva's neck. The Shesha supports Kurma and when Astika was the son of Jaratkaru and Why is milk offered to Devas and the Asuras used the serpent Kurma moved, Shesha yawned and the serpent goddess Manasa. According to snakes on Nag Panchami? as a churning rope around Mandara gaping of its jaws caused earthquakes. Mahabharata, Astika saved the life of a Parvat for obtaining Amrit, the nectar Shesha in Sanskrit implies ‘remainder’ - serpent Takshaka, the king of snakes, There's a legend associated with this of immortality during Samudra meaning when the world is destroyed at during the Sarpa Satra. The snake ritual. In a village, there lived a farmer Manthan. Therefore, snakes have the end of Kalpa, Shesha remains as he sacrifice was organised to avenge the and his wife, who had three sons and one always been an integral part of the is. As per Mahabharata, Shesha was death of his father Parikshit due to daughter. Once while ploughing the field, Hindu belief system. born to sage Kashyap and his wife snake bite of Takshaka. Astika one of the farmer's son ended up killing Thus, by worshipping snakes on Nag Kadru. Kadru gave birth to thousand convinced the king to end the baby snakes that sought refuge under the Panchami, devotees pay obeisance to snakes of which Shesha was the eldest. victimisation of the serpent race. The ground. Enraged by the loss of her this form of life on earth and seek their day is said to be Shukla Paksha children, the mother snake bit the blessings. Vasuki Panchami in the Hindu month of farmer, his wife and their sons. When the The snake that we see around the neck Shravan and since then the day is daughter of the farmer learnt about the 5 Nagas and their prominent of Lord Shiva is Vasuki. It is believed celebrated as Nag Panchami. death of her family members, she roles in Hindu mythology pleaded to the snake mother. She prayed PAGE SPONSORED BY to the God of serpents, offered milk to Snakes has always played a prominent the snake mother and appealed to her to role when it comes to Indian mythology ARISH K. SAHANI retrieve the lives of her family members. and folklore. In India and Nepal, there is And since the baby snakes were killed a festival called ‘Nag Panchami’ Serving Since 1972 unknowingly, the snake mother, pleased dedicated to snakes that falls on the fifth Please Call or Write for Your Insurance Needs by the girl's devotion, forgave the farmer, day of Shravan month in the Hindu his wife and their sons. Therefore, on calendar. It is believed that worshipping Arish K Sahani (Father) this day, women offer milk to snakes to snakes on the day helps to get rid of bad seek forgiveness for any wrong their karma. On Nag Panchami, people Shiv Sahani (Son) family might have done to them, worship snakes by sprinkling haldi- unknowingly. kumkum and offering flowers, milk, Priya Sahani Sood (Daughter) diyas and incense sticks. In Indian What is the significance culture, snakes are portrayed as an 7 1 8 - 2 7 1 - 1 9 0 6 of Nag Panchami? entity of strength. Their nature of [email protected] casting its skin represents rebirth, On the day of Nag Panchami, devotees death, and mortality. Several Hindu gods “If Hindus don’t maintain Hinduism, who shall save it?” offer milk to snakes and worship the God and snakes are associated closely like of serpents. Some of the most popular Lord Shiva is depicted wearing a snake “If India’s own children don't cling to their faith, who shall guard it?” divine snake characters in the sacred around his neck and Vishnu is seen “Indians alone can save India, and India and Hinduism are one.” THE INDIAN PANORAMA 30 CLASSIFIEDS FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 ADVERTISEMENT 31 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 32 MISCELLANY FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 India's ILD Guidelines for lung diseases get USA, Asia Pacific global recognition BY YASH GOYAL NEW YORK / JAIPUR (TIP): Amid a lot of controversy on Coronavirus contracting human's lung power and a treatment to get fit, the American Thoracic Society, and Asia Pacific Society of Respirology have approved Indian doctors' Guidelines on 'Interstitial Lung Diseases' (ILD) to diagnose a lung ailment out of others in one go. In a communication, Kevin C. 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"ILD is a rapidly increasing disease in Kolkata are among coauthors. These There are at least 200 lung disorders Now after thorough studies and India. In ILD lungs are so shrunken that guidelines are published and it is very difficult for an ordinary application of guidelines on ILD, the lungs of patient are unable to deliver simultaneously in the two international doctor to pinpoint the disease and its American and Asia Pacific Societies oxygen to body. Delay in treatment journals Lung India and IJCDAS. main cause. In view of this severity, the endorsed this for general use by any makes the disease irreversible and Dr Virendra Singh, renowned Doctors of Rajasthan's biggest Sawai physician and experts all over the patient can meet the fatal end. Now we Asthma expert and Editor-in-Chief of Man Singh (SMS) Hospital and Medical world, Dr Sheetu told a media group on have guidelines to diagnose patients Lung India magazine, claims, " The College in coordination with over 40 Web page. 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hajjiar is a small hilltown in Himachal Pradesh which is blessed Kwith an abundance of scenic beautiful. Situated at an altitude of 6,500 feet, this place features vast dense forests, lakes and wide pasture lands. The town is KHAJJIAR – INDIA’S known for the picturesque Khajjiar Lake, which is surrounded by forests of cedar trees. Another popular pilgrimage and tourist spot in Khajjiar is the Khajji Nag Temple, a 12th century shrine that worships a serpent deity. There are some really interesting adventure activities MINI SWITZERLAND including paragliding, zorbing and horse- riding that you can enjoy in Khajjiar. BEST TIME TO VISIT: Throughout the year, especially summer (April-June). January and February may see heavy rainfall and snowfall. How to reach BY AIR: Nearest airport is Gaggal airport (120 km) in Dharamshala

BY RAIL: Pathankot (118 km) is the nearest railway station and can be reached via trains from Delhi, Chandigarh and Bhatinda. Taxis are available from the station to Khajjiar.

BY ROAD: Khajjiar is easily accessible by road, from the major towns of Himachal Pradesh. Khajjiar lake Situated in the Chambal district, the scenic Khajjiar Lake is perched on a massive height of 1920 meters and presents a picture-perfect bird's eye view of the surrounding valley.Hailed as 'Mini Swiss', Khajjiar is famous for its paragliding and horse riding activities. The waters of Khajjiar Lake sparkle against the blue of the sky, and you can enjoy it in a number of interesting ways - take a walk through the landscape as the sun goes down, or visit the Khajji Nag temple which features intricate wood carvings and a gilded dome. If you're Khajjiar trek lucky and the sky is clear, you can also catch a glimpse of Mount Kailash from The Khajjiar trek is a 14km trek Khajjiar Lake. through landscapes of Deodar and Pine trees interspersed with streams. While Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary the sceneries and views are breath- Thick deodar foliage, a plethora of taking, the trek can be a bit challenging. wildlife, snowcapped mountains, carpets It is best to do it in an organized of verdant grasslands and easy on the eye structure on a format provided by your streams of fresh water make up the hotel or tour provider. Do take a guide or Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary. Also called professional with you. Other than this, the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, it is the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary is also located in the picturesque hilly Chambal ideal for trekking. district of Himachal Pradesh. The name Kalatop means 'black cap', Golden Devi temple which refers to the thick, black forest The temple derives its name from the cover on the highest hilltop in the golden dome it houses. The temple is very sanctuary. Situated a few kilometres close by to the Khajjiar lake and is quiet a away from the Chamba dam and popular tourist spot. It also has a golf Chamera reservoir on river Ravi, it is course neighboring it, where one can find known to be rich in flora and fauna. some scenic views amidst lush greenery. Hundreds of small freshwater streams flow into the Ravi river north of the Lord Shiva Statue sanctuary. Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary is This is a magnanimous 85 ft statue of the perfect weekend getaway destination, Lord Shiva, one of the tallest in with very few places coming close to its Himachal Pradesh. It is polished in natural charm. bronze and the glistening statue is a The well laid out trekking and hiking sight to behold. The nearby temple also trails in the Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary holds a function in the months of June- offer a pristine, mesmerizing July, while the statue looks all the more experience of nature. Treks are majestic, covered with snow during the arguably the best way to explore the winter months. beautiful untouched forests of the park area. Views of the towering and Adventure activities immaculate Pir Panjal range from the Visitors can enjoy activities like horse- enigmatic Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary riding, Paragliding and Zorbing here. resthouse is a breathtaking sight to Horse riding is a common activity immerse yourself in. The countryside enjoyed in most areas in and around the landscape is sure to provide you with a town.Zorbing is a more upcoming sport in sense of astonishment and wonder. the area the huge meadows and valleys Over the years, it has gained popularity here provide an ideal place for the sport. as a scenic picnic spot and a great place However,one can enjoy zorning here, only for trekking and nature walks. during the summer months. THE INDIAN PANORAMA 34 SPORTS FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 IPL TO BEGIN IN UAE ON SEPT 19: BCCI SOURCES NEW DELHI (TIP): The eagerly- awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) will start on September 19 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the final slated for November 8, well-placed BCCI sources have told PTI. While the IPL Governing Council will meet next week to chalk out the LIVERPOOL CELEBRATE IN final details and approve the schedule, it is understood that the BCCI has informally intimated the FRONT OF EMPTY KOP franchises about the plan. LIVERPOOL (TIP): Liverpool’s players finally got "IPL, in all likelihood, will start their hands on the Premier League trophy yesterday on September 19 (Saturday) and the in a muted presentation ceremony in front of an final will be held on November 8 empty Kop after a thrilling 5-3 victory over Chelsea in (Sunday). It is a 51-day window their last home game of the season. The club’s first which will suit the franchises as English title for 30 years had been sealed almost a well as the broadcasters and other month ago with seven games remaining, following a stakeholders," a senior BCCI official three-month stoppage because of the Covid-19 told PTI on condition of anonymity pandemic. Kenny Dalglish, the last Liverpool on Thursday night. manager to deliver the title, presented the medals The IPL has been made possible wearing a red face mask before handing the trophy to by the ICC's decision to postpone the captain Jordan Henderson who raised it to the night October-November T20 World Cup sky as fireworks and tickertape filled the air. Sadly, in Australia owing to the COVID-19 because of the pandemic, the fans missed out on pandemic due to which the host what would have been a momentous night at Anfield country expressed its inability to stadium. Despite the police’s dispersal order, many conduct the event. fans did gather outside, letting off flares and While there was speculation that not at all a curtailed period and August 20 which gives them exactly fireworks. the IPL will start from September there will be much less double four weeks to prepare. 26, the BCCI decided to advance it headers. We could stick to original The cash-rich event was 54-year-old Mike Tyson making by a week in order to ensure that the five double headers in seven-week originally scheduled to start at the Indian team's tour of Australia is window," he added. end of March but the COVID-19 a comeback, to fight on Sept 12 not jeopardised. The Indians are set to play a four- pandemic and the travel "The Indian team will have a match Test series against Australia restrictions that were put in place to e was once called the ‘baddest man on the mandatory quarantine of 14 days as starting December 3 in Brisbane. contain the virus, led to an planet’. He was the most famous boxer of his per the Australian government It is expected that with each and indefinite postponement. Htime. He broke PPV records. He was rules. A delay would have sent the every team needing at least a However, BCCI president Sourav controversy’s favourite child. He had one punch plans haywire," the official said. month's time to train, the IPL Ganguly maintained that the event knockout power. He is Mike Tyson. "The best part is that 51 days is franchises will be leaving base by would be held sometime this year. ‘Iron’ Mike left the fans of the sport bewildered with his ruthless aggression during fights. He was unstoppable during his early years as dominated the WTA Finals, 10 sport in the late 1980s and became the only Australia vs India: 14-day quarantine heavyweight boxer to unify WBA, WBC, and IBF title. other tennis Tyson won his first 19 fights with a knockout (12 in puts T20I series under scanner the first round). He suffered a dip in the late 90s and early 20s. And finally left the sport in 2005. But is now NEW DELHI (TIP): tournaments in set to make a comeback. While India is set to play At the age of 54, Mike Tyson has decision to make their first major China canceled a return to the boxing ring. international series in leven mens and The former heavyweight champion will meet four- the post-COVID-19 era women’s tennis division champion Roy Jones Jr. in an eight-round against Australia at the Etournaments planned exhibition match on Sept. 12 at Dignity Health Sports end of the year, the for China in October and Park. schedule for the same November -- including the Tyson became the youngest heavyweight may need slight tweaking WTA Finals -- were canceled champion in history when he won the title in 1986 at as Cricket Australia is Thursday amid the age 20 and for a time was the most feared fighter in looking for a window to fit coronavirus pandemic. boxing. But his career became littered with in the three-match T20I Rather than try to move or distractions and he hasn’t boxed since 2005 after series which was earlier reschedule any of those losing his second straight fight. set to be played in October events, the ATP and WTA He has occasionally teased a return with workout prior to the now tours announced they were videos and it’s finally scheduled to happen. postponed T20 World Cup. scrapping all of them after Jones, 51, won titles in the middleweight, super Cricket Australia Chief China’s General middleweight and light heavyweight before moving Executive Nick Hockley Administration of Sport said up to win the heavyweight title in 2003, becoming the made it clear that the ‘14-day quarantine period is well defined’ for the that country would not host first former middleweight champion to do so in 106 visiting Indian team keeping in mind the government regulations, the any international sporting years. schedule has seen a bit of a tumble as there seems to be no space for the events the rest of this year T20I series in the current scenario. because of the COVID-19 Speaking to IANS, a BCCI official said that the matter is being discussed outbreak. and considering that the 14-day quarantine is a must as per Cricket “We are extremely Australia and the government there, it is getting difficult to fit in the T20I disappointed that our world- series. class events in China will not “The protocols in place in Australia are necessary on account of the take place this year,” WTA pandemic and it’s perfectly understandable. There are no two ways about Chairman Steve Simon said. that. We are all dealing with the challenges that the pandemic poses to us “We do, however, respect and the commitment with other boards regarding dates is a challenge that the decision that has been will prove difficult to meet in these circumstances and accordingly the made,” Simon said, “and are dates and length of the tours may need to be tweaked and that may mean eager to return to China as amending the number of matches. A 14-day quarantine means it would get soon as possible next reduced from the total length of the tour,” the official explained. season.” THE INDIAN PANORAMA FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020 ADVERTISEMENT 35 THE INDIAN PANORAMA 36 ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2020