In a similar incident to the Muzaffarnagar school row, a school teacher in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal was arrested on Thursday, September 28, for allegedly instructing a Class 5 Muslim student to slap a Hindu classmate as a punishment for not answering a question, news agency PTI reported citing the police. In the latest incident, which … Teacher asks Muslim student to slap Hindu classmate in UP, arrested
Lal Bahadur Shastri was a politician and statesman from India who served as the country’s second Prime Minister. Early Life Lal Bahadur Shastri was born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalsarai, United Provinces of Agra and Oudh, British India (now Uttar Pradesh). Lal Bahadur Shastri’s father was Sharada Prasad Srivastava, who was a school teacher … Remembering Lal Bahadur Shastri on his 119th birthday
United Nations in 2007 decided to observe Gandhi’s birthday, October 2, as International Day of Non-violence The birth anniversery of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, October 2, is observerd as the International Day of Non-Violence. It was established on 15 June 2007 according to United Nations General Assembly resolution. The day is an occasion … Remembering Father of the Nation Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi on his 154th birthday
Chandigarh (TIP)- Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira was on Thursday, September 28, arrested in connection with a case surrounding the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, pertaining to the year 2015, even as the Congress party reacted sharply, terming the move as ‘politically motivated’ by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), indicative of … Cong MLA arrested in AAP ruled Punjab; rift likely to widen in INDIA bloc
The question is: will the Bill ensure equity in representation or will upper-class/caste women continue to have inherent advantages over the others? “As the BJP expediently shoved the sub-quota issue to a later date, will the celebrated Bill impact women voters in the impending state elections as well as the 2024 battle? The Congress and … Women’s Reservation Bill wrapped in uncertainties
Indian and Canadian leaders and diplomats have never really engaged; rather, they have talked passed each other. This is occurring today too “Indian frustrations with Canada on the Khalistan issue go back more than four decades. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) was established in 1984. As many CSIS officers were taken from the police, … The need for quiet diplomacy to clear the air
Aries Ganesha says you’re fortunate this week, so you’ll do well in the appointments you’ll be having. Your agility will be useful in handling a monetary deficiency if you work in commerce. This week, you’ll ruin your relationship out of jealousy. Don’t toss behind what you currently possess but be honest with your hour companion about how … Weekly Horoscope- September 25 to October 2023
September 24 Ganesha says you’ll find that you’re standing at a crossroads today, between the things that have happened in the past and the opportunities that lie ahead. Be confident in following your intuition as you make your way through this intersection. You are being prodded to venture into the unknown by the secrets that … Birthday Horoscope- September 25 to October 1
By Mabel Pais Feast your Eyes on Creations of ANINDITA DUTTA And many, many more The Newark Museum of Art (NMOA) and Newark Arts (NA) present ‘Cross Cultural Perspectives,’ the signature exhibition of the 2023 Newark Arts Festival (NAF), a free, four-day celebration happening September 27th through October 1st. The exhibition opens on September 27th … ART FEST WELCOMES YOU TO CROSS CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES & 50 YEARS OF HIP HOP
By Mabel Pais “Hitting New Heights,’ is the 2023-2024 (29th) season’s opening show at The Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, September 29 at 8 pm. It is a celebration of Broadway, starring Mandy Gonzalez and Javier Muñoz, two of Broadway’s leading Hispanic performers in ‘Hamilton’ and ‘In The Heights.’ The original stars of … STARS OF ‘HAMILTON’ & ‘IN THE HEIGHTS’ OPEN MPAC’S NEW SEASON
The ICC on Friday, September 22, said seven venues in the Caribbean and three cities of USA will co-host the next year’s men’s T20 World Cup from June 4-30. The seven Caribbean venues shortlisted by the ICC are Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Guyana, Saint Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad & Tobago. … ICC selects seven venues in Caribbean to host 2024 T20 World Cup
Mohali (TIP)-Mohammed Shami’s crafty bowling performance was beautifully complemented by the grace and poise of Shubman Gill as India defeated Australia by five wickets in the opening ODI of the three-match series here on Friday, September 22. Shami displayed his artistry with impressive figures of 5 for 51, reminding all and sundry of his skills … Shami, Shubman set up Indian victory
Hangzhou (TIP)- Led by Olympics champion Neeraj Chopra, India will seek to showcase its ascendency as a sporting power at the Asian Games, which opens formally tomorrow after an unprecedented one-year delay due to the Covid-19 pandemic. India will hope to surpass the 70 medals (16 gold, 23 silver and 31 bronze) won in 2018 … Asian Games: Chance for Chopra-led India to showcase its prowess
Radhashtami is a holy day for Hindus. Krishna Priya Radhaji was born on the eighth day of the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Therefore this day is celebrated as Radhashtami. The sacrificial fire of Shri Radhaji Vrishabhanu was revealed from the land. Sri Radha is considered to be the incarnation of Lakshmi. It is mainly … Radhastami
Dalhousie is a popular hill station spread out over five hills in Himachal Pradesh boasting views of the snow-capped peaks of the Dhauladhar ranges. Famous for its meadows, dense forests, and waterfalls, it is especially a favourite amongst honeymooners and family vacationers. Established in 1854, the valley is named after Lord Dalhousie, and was one … Dalhousie: Little Switzerland of India
New Delhi (TIP)- JPMorgan is to include Indian government bonds in its widely tracked emerging market debt index which may cause billions of dollars of inflows into India. As per reports, quoting JPMorgan, India’s local bonds will be included in the Government Bond Index-emerging markets (GBI-EM) index and the index suite, benchmarked by about $236 … Indian Bonds May See $25-50 Billion Inflows On JPMorgan EM Index Inclusion
New York (TIP)- The Federal Reserve left the main U.S. interest rate unchanged Wednesday, September 20, waiting to see if its historic series of rate hikes over the last 18 months gets inflation under control. The central bank kept its main policy rate in the range of 5.25% to 5.50%, citing an easing of economic … US Federal Reserve pauses rate hikes as inflation slows down
The central government on Thursday, September 21, said there is no distress among common households after a RBI report said the net financial savings of households have crashed to a nearly five-decade low of 5.1 per cent of GDP in fiscal 2022-23. “Lately, critical voices have been raised with respect to household savings and its … No economic distress among common households: Centre
The RBI on Thursday, September 21, issued a new draft on action against wilful defaulters that includes publishing their photographs and broadening the definition of wilful defaulters as someone who has an outstanding amount of Rs 25 lakh and above and has refused to repay despite having the capacity to pay. The new draft was … RBI to tighten norms for wilful defaulters
Amazon has introduced a new line-up of Echo smart speakers with more intuitive Alexa experiences which can understand conversational phrases and respond appropriately with the help of AI. The company showcased next-generation Echo Show 8, all-new Echo Hub and new Echo Frames at its fall hardware event late on September 21. Amazon also collaborated with … Amazon introduces next-gen of Echo smart devices with new-age AI
The mosaic was created with imagery acquired by Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera (LROC) and ShadowCam. Space agency NASA routinely captures stunning images of our universe, leaving space lovers mesmerized. On Tuesday, NASA shared a never-before-seen mosaic of the Moon, captured by two different cameras. As per NASA, the image reveals unprecedented detail of the lunar … NASA’s stunning new moon mosaic reveals lunar south pole in unprecedented detail
Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), on Thursday, Sept 21, said that the long-form posts on the microblogging platform are receiving three billion views daily and growing. “Long-form posts on this platform are now at 3 billion views per day and rising,” Musk posted on X. He further compared the growth with all … Long-form posts on X now at 3 billion views per day: Elon Musk
According to the World Health Organization, breast and cervical cancers are in the top 4 cancers found in women, which lead to death. Marked every year in September, Gynaecologic Cancer Awareness Month aims to raise awareness and provide an opportunity to detect and prevent potential cancers before they become serious. The most important cancer tests … Cancer tests are crucial for gynecological health
Researchers discovered that incorporating almonds into a low-energy diet not only helped participants lose weight but also improved their cardiometabolic health. The study was published in the journal Obesity. When it comes to weight reduction, nuts often get a poor rap: while they’re high in protein, they’re also heavy in fat, which often puts people … Almonds with energy-restricted diets aid in weight loss: Study
Vaping or the use of e-cigarettes increases the risk of asthma in adolescents who have never smoked conventional tobacco products, finds a new study. E-cigarettes have fewer toxins than regular cigarettes but still contain a mixture of harmful chemicals and raise the risk of respiratory diseases. The study, published in the journal ‘Preventive Medicine’, identified … Vaping may increase asthma risk in adolescents, says study
While acne breakouts and greasy skin top the list of most common beauty problems, we end up neglecting the primary reason behind these issues. Enlarged pores. They cause majority of our skin problems. But first you gotta understand the formation of large pores. Sometimes when our oil glands produce more oil, the pores gets clogged … Minimise ugly pores on face
Baingan bharta or Baigan Chokha is an Indian dish prepared by mincing grilled eggplant and mixing it with tomato, onion, herbs and spices. Grilling the eggplant over charcoal or direct fire infuses the dish with a smoky flavour. INGREDIENTS – Eggplant, halved lengthwise — 1 to 1 1/2 pounds, or about 2 large, Onion, chopped: … Baingan bharta
In the midst of our fast-paced and hectic lives, finding a tranquil escape within the confines of our own homes has become more important than ever. That’s where a zen space-a carefully curated sanctuary that allows you to unwind, find inner peace and reconnect with your true self-comes in handy. Whether you seek solace from … Ways to create ‘Zen Mode’ at home