India records highest number of Internet shutdown in 2023

 The Hindu today published that the internet was snapped down 116 times in the country.The Myanmar recorded the second highest number of internet shutdown followed by Iran (34),Palestine (16) and Ukrain (8).

The journalist booked under IPC section

 The the following sections filed in FIR of  NewsClick editor Mr. Prabhir Purkayasths-Section 13 Unlawful activities, section 16 terrorist act,17 raising funds for terrorist acts, 18 Conspiracy, 22c offences by companies, trusts of UAPA, 153 A promoting enmity between different  groups 120 B Criminal Conspiracy of Indian Penal Code

Battling Nature's Fury: Unveiling the Devastating Floods in India

 From time immemorial, India has witnessed its fair share of monsoon rains, nurturing its fertile land and sustaining millions of lives. However, occasionally, these life-giving downpours can turn into a destructive force, unleashing devastating floods that leave a trail of destruction in their wake. In recent years, South India has been grappling with heavy rainfall and catastrophic flooding events that have caused immense distress to its people. 

what is the reason for heavy rain in India

India's diverse topography, coupled with its unique climatic conditions, creates a perfect recipe for heavy rainfall during the monsoon season. The primary reason behind the deluge of rain is the southwest monsoon, which brings moisture-laden winds from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. As these warm and moist air masses collide with cooler air over landmasses like the Western Ghats and Himalayas, they rise rapidly, leading to condensation and subsequent precipitation.

The Indian subcontinent also experiences significant variations in temperature due to its vast size. This stark contrast between hot summers and cooler winters intensifies atmospheric instability during the transition period between seasons when monsoons arrive. Additionally, India's position near the equator plays a crucial role in determining weather patterns as it receives direct sunlight throughout most of the year.

Another contributing factor to heavy rainfall is phenomena such as low-pressure systems that form over specific regions during certain times of the year. These systems act as catalysts for enhanced cloud formation and increased precipitation across affected areas.

Furthermore, factors like El Niño or La Niña events can influence monsoon dynamics by altering sea surface temperatures in different parts of the Pacific Ocean. These climatic oscillations often have far-reaching consequences on global weather patterns, including India's monsoons.

In essence, multiple factors converge to create a meteorological spectacle that results in heavy rains across various parts of India each year. Understanding these intricate interactions allows us to appreciate both nature's splendor and its destructive potential during this remarkable time of seasonal abundance.

what are the area effected with heavy rains in south india

Heavy rains in South India have wreaked havoc in several regions, causing widespread flooding and destruction. The states most affected by the heavy downpour include Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.

In Kerala, incessant rainfall led to severe flooding and landslides in many parts of the state. Several districts were submerged under water, displacing thousands of people from their homes. The popular tourist destinations of Wayanad and Idukki were among the worst-hit areas.

Karnataka also witnessed heavy rainfall, particularly in coastal districts like Udupi and Dakshina Kannada. Floods caused rivers to overflow their banks and inundate nearby villages. Rescue operations were carried out on a large scale to evacuate stranded individuals.

Tamil Nadu faced its own share of woes with heavy rains lashing various districts including Chennai, Cuddalore, and Villupuram. Low-lying areas became waterlogged while rivers swelled due to continuous rainfall.

Andhra Pradesh experienced torrential downpours as well with districts like Krishna and Guntur witnessing flash floods. Many villages were cut off from the mainland as roads turned into virtual rivers.

Telangana has been grappling with severe flooding due to excessive rainwater inflow from neighboring Maharashtra. Several low-lying areas in Hyderabad city have been inundated leading to immense hardships for residents.

The situation remains grim as relief efforts are ongoing across these affected regions where people continue to suffer due to the aftermath of heavy rains and floods. It is a reminder of how vulnerable we are when faced with nature's fury.

Uniform Civil Code in India: Embracing Unity through One Law

 India, a diverse and vibrant nation, is home to myriad cultures, languages, and religions. However, amidst this rich tapestry of diversity lies the need for a common thread that binds us all together - a uniform civil code. The concept of a uniform civil code has been deliberated upon for years, sparking intense debates and discussions across the country. In this blog post, we delve into the significance of implementing a uniform civil code in India and how it can foster unity among its people. So let's embark on this journey towards understanding why one law can bring about much-needed harmony and coherence in our society.

Uniform civil code will bring uniformity in India

The implementation of a uniform civil code in India holds immense potential to bring about much-needed uniformity in the country. Currently, personal laws vary based on one's religion and community, resulting in a fragmented legal framework that often leads to conflicts and disparities. By establishing a single set of laws applicable to all citizens regardless of their religious beliefs, we can bridge these gaps and create a more cohesive society.

A uniform civil code would ensure that every individual is subject to the same rights and responsibilities under the law. It eliminates discrimination based on gender, religion or any other societal factors when it comes to matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, adoption, and property rights. This would foster equality among citizens and promote social justice.

One of the primary advantages of having a uniform civil code is its ability to harmonize various conflicting practices prevalent across different communities. It provides an opportunity for mutual understanding and acceptance by promoting common norms that are fair and just for everyone involved. Moreover, it reduces confusion surrounding legal procedures by offering clear guidelines applicable universally.

By bringing about unity through the establishment of one law for all citizens irrespective of their religious affiliations or backgrounds, India will witness strengthened national integration. A unified legal system not only promotes social cohesion but also fosters a sense of belongingness among individuals from diverse cultures who share this shared legal framework.

(Note: This blog section highlights how implementing a uniform civil code can lead to greater unity in Indian society while emphasizing its benefits such as equal rights under the law.)

Why Uniform Civil Code Necessary

Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has been a topic of debate in India for decades. It refers to the idea of having a common set of laws governing personal matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption for all citizens regardless of their religion or community. Many argue that UCC is necessary to bring about equality and justice in society.

One reason why UCC is necessary is the principle of gender equality. Currently, different religious communities have their own personal laws which often discriminate against women. For example, Muslim women do not enjoy the same rights as men when it comes to divorce or inheritance. Implementing a uniform code would ensure equal rights and opportunities for all individuals irrespective of their gender.

Another reason why UCC is important is national integration. India boasts diverse religions and cultures, but these differences sometimes lead to conflicts due to varying personal laws. By implementing a uniform civil code, we can promote unity and harmony among different religious communities.

Furthermore, having one law for all citizens would simplify legal procedures and reduce administrative complexities. Currently, people belonging to different religions follow separate sets of rules regarding marriage registration, divorce proceedings, etc., leading to confusion and inefficiency in the legal system. A uniform civil code would streamline these processes and make them more accessible for everyone.

In addition to promoting gender equality, national integration,and administrative efficiency,a uniform civil code will also uphold constitutional principles by treating every citizen equally under the law regardless of their religious beliefs.

It will help create a more just society where all individuals are entitledtothe same rightsand responsibilitiesregardingpersonal matters.

Implementing a uniform civil code may be challenging given India's diversity; however,it remains an essential step towards creating an inclusive society that values fairness,equality,and unity.

Ultimately,the adoptionofauniformcivilcodewillbringabouta senseofcommonalityamongstallcitizensand contribute significantlytowardsbuildingastrongerandmoreunitedIndia

Uniform civil code unite people

Uniform civil code is not just a legal reform, but it is also a step towards national integration and unity. By implementing a uniform civil code in India, we can ensure that all citizens are treated equally under the law, regardless of their religion or personal beliefs.

A uniform civil code will bring about much-needed uniformity in our diverse society. It will harmonize various personal laws that govern different religious communities and provide a common set of rules for all citizens. This will help eliminate discrimination and promote equality among individuals.

Moreover, having one law for all citizens will foster a sense of unity among people from different backgrounds. It will bridge the gap between various communities and promote social cohesion by eradicating divisive practices that have long kept us apart.

The implementation of a uniform civil code may face some resistance initially due to its potential impact on religious customs and traditions. However, it is important to recognize that this reform is not aimed at suppressing any particular community or imposing any specific belief system on others. Instead, it seeks to establish fairness and equality as fundamental principles guiding our legal system.

The need for a uniform civil code in India cannot be overstated. It is crucial for ensuring equal rights and opportunities for all citizens irrespective of their religion or personal beliefs. By embracing this reform, we can uphold the ideals enshrined in our Constitution – justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity – while fostering national integration and unity amongst our diverse population.

Muharram-Grief and Solidarity

 

Muharram holds great importance for Muslims around the world, particularly for both Sunni and Shia communities, albeit with different perspectives

 Muharram is the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle, and Muharram marks the beginning of a new year for Muslims. It is considered a sacred month, along with three others (Rajab, Dhul-Qa'dah, and Dhul-Hijjah), during which fighting and warfare are discouraged. Observing good deeds during this month is believed to hold special blessings.

The 10th day of Muharram is known as Ashura. For Sunni Muslims, it is a day of fasting and seeking forgiveness, based on the tradition of Prophet Muhammad. It is believed to be the day when the Prophet Moses and the Israelites were saved from Pharaoh's tyranny by the miraculous parting of the Red Sea.For Shia Muslims, Muharram is a month of deep mourning and remembrance. The culmination of this period is on the 10th day, Ashura, which commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, and his followers in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. Imam Hussain, along with his family and a small group of companions, stood against the tyrannical rule of Yazid, the Umayyad caliph. They were tragically killed, and this event is considered a symbol of resistance against oppression and injustice.The events of Karbala and the martyrdom of Imam Hussain are central to the Shia identity. The remembrance of this tragedy emphasizes values such as sacrifice, standing up against tyranny, and seeking social justice. It is seen as a source of inspiration to uphold truth and righteousness.The events of Karbala and the martyrdom of Imam Hussain are central to the Shia identity. The remembrance of this tragedy emphasizes values such as sacrifice, standing up against tyranny, and seeking social justice. It is seen as a source of inspiration to uphold truth and righteousness.It is important to note that the significance and observance of Muharram can differ between Sunni and Shia communities. While Sunni Muslims primarily emphasize fasting on Ashura and ascribe various other virtues to this month, Shia Muslims remember the martyrdom of Imam Hussain and engage in various rituals to express their grief and solidarity. The way Muharram is commemorated can also vary across different regions and cultures within the Muslim world

The history of the Cricket World Cup

The history of the Cricket World Cup dates back to 1975 when the first tournament was held in England. The tournament is organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and is one of the most prestigious events in the sport of cricket. It is held every four years, with teams from around the world competing to claim the title of world champions.    1975 (England): The inaugural Cricket World Cup featured eight teams, including India. India made it to the knockout stage but lost to England in the semifinals. They finished the tournament as the runners-up.

1979 (England): India's performance in the second edition was not as successful. They failed to progress beyond the group stage.

1983 (England): This tournament is etched in Indian cricket history as a defining moment. India, under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, had a remarkable run and reached the final. In a stunning upset, India defeated the mighty West Indies to claim their first-ever Cricket World Cup title.

1987 (India and Pakistan): The World Cup was co-hosted by India and Pakistan. India had a decent run, reaching the semifinals, where they were defeated by England.

1992 (Australia and New Zealand): India's performance in the 1992 World Cup was disappointing as they couldn't make it past the round-robin group stage.

1996 (India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka): Co-hosted by India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, the 1996 World Cup saw India reach the semifinals. Unfortunately, they lost to Sri Lanka, who went on to become the champions.

1999 (England): India's performance in the 1999 World Cup was subpar, and they didn't progress beyond the group stage.

2003 (South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Kenya): In the 2003 World Cup, India had a terrific run and made it to the final. However, they were defeated by Australia, who claimed their third title.

2007 (West Indies): This tournament was a major disappointment for India as they were eliminated in the group stage.

2011 (India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh): The 2011 World Cup was a special one for India as they lifted the trophy for the second time. Under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, India defeated Sri Lanka in the final to become champions on home soil.

2015 (Australia and New Zealand): India had a good run in the 2015 World Cup, reaching the semifinals. They were eliminated by Australia, who eventually won the tournament 

2019 (England and Wales): In the last edition of the World Cup before my knowledge cutoff, India was one of the top-performing teams in the group stage. They reached the semifinals but were defeated by New Zealand in a closely fought match

 

 

The luxury train Golden Chariot resumed its service from Yesvantpur.

 

Evacuation exercise by civil airlines

passenger from different countries

World going through pandemic fear, Indians stagnant in various countries evacuated under Vande Bharatam mission. As per latest report by civil aviation, repatriation Flights for stranded Indians (Air India and Air India Express) has operated 1,103 flights and brought back 2,08,724 Indians and helped repatriate 85,289 individuals.

Ramnath Govind ,,NDA presidential candidate

Ram Nath Kovind is presidential candidate of NDA.  He was born on 1 October 1945, Village Paraunkh,Tehsil Derapur District Kanpur Dehat. is a current Governor of Bihar. Kovind is a politician from the Bharatiya Janata Party-BJP. He was elected to Rajya Sabha from state of Uttar Pradesh during the two terms of 1994-2000 and 2000-2006. He is an advocate by profession and practices in Delhi.

India Shine in Air Pistol

   In 10m air pistol event held at Gabala in Azerbaijan , Indian Jitu Rai and Heena Sindhu got Gold medal after beating Russia in the finals

New One RuPPE note

The Reserve bank of India will circulate one rupee notes while the existing notes and coins will continue to be legal tender. These currency notes are legal tender as provided in The Coinage Act 2011. The new one rupee note will be in 9.7x6.3 cm dimension,weight approximate 90 GSM  ( Gram per Square Meter) and the color of the One rupee note shall be pink green.The one rupee note contain “ Bharat Sarkar”, Hindi rupee symbol,’Sagar Samrat”

One language,Two regions

As we all know that states were created in India on the basis of language . It was Sri Potti Sreeramulau who was on indefinite hunger strike and demanded separate state for Telugu speaking people. In 1956 Andhra Pradesh was created and separated from Madras province. After Twelve years of struggle, agitation, Mr. K. Chandra Sekhar Rao, succeeded in his ambition to create separate state-Telangana. He always say that Telangana region was neglected by Andhra region political leaders during United Andhra.  One language, two regions, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were created in 2014. Now, one state celebrate formation of new state Telangana and Andhra Pradesh view it as reorganization Deeksha.Telangana state distribute sweats and continue celebrations for three consecutive days where as Andhra region pledges to reorganize structure and infrastructure of the state. 

Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav

The Fifth ‘RashtriyaSanskritiMahotsav (RSM) – 2017’ is being organized in North Eastern Region of India by Ministry of Culture from 23rd to 31st March, 2017. The festival will be inaugurated at Parade Ground, Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh on 23rd March, 2017 and extend to other North Eastern states including, Dimapur (Nagaland) from 26th to 28th March, Majuli (Assam) from 27th to 29th March, Imphal (Manipur) from 27th to 29th March, Aizawl (Mizoram) from 28th to 30th March, Gangtok (Sikkim) from 28th to 30th March, Shillong (Meghalaya) from 29th to 31st March and Khowai (Tripura) from 29th to 31st March. The opulent Main Stage at Parade Ground in the open air stage area will exhibit cultural programmes from 23rd to 25th March in between 12:30 pm to 4 pm. The ninedays cultural extravaganza will be inaugurated by Governor of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh Shri PadmanabhaBalakrishna Acharya in the presence of Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Culture and TourismDr. Mahesh Sharma and Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh – ShriPemaKhandu as Guest of Honour.

The essential thrust of RashtriyaSanskritiMahotsav (RSM) is to present rich diversity and uniqueness of Indian culture and to promote the cultural inter-linkages amongst the states to strengthen National integration and also to bid the artists of other parts of the country with the people of North East in a single thread of culture. The Mahotsav was envisioned to preserve, promote and popularize the heritage and cultural diversity of Indian culture and reconnect the new generation with Indian culture.

About 5,000 artists from North East India and 2,000 artists from across the country will showcase India’s cultural heritage through performances, arts and cuisines. The festival will be implemented through the seven Zonal Cultural Centres and other organization under Ministry of Culture. The North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), Dimapurhas been entrusted with the responsibility as the nodal agency to carry forward the execution of the National Cultural Festival. Each Zonal Cultural Centre has been provided with slots to present their arts during the festival which would showcase an amalgamation of ‘Ek Bharat, Srestha Bharat’, ‘HamaariSanskriti, HamaariPanchaan’ and ‘Swachh India’. The extended programme will be convened at Dimapur (Nagaland) from 26th to 28th March by South Zone Cultural Centre, Majuli (Assam) from 27th to 29th March by Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre, JNMDA Complex Imphal (Manipur) from 27th to 29th March by South Central Zone Cultural Centre, Aizawl (Mizoram) from 28th to 30th March by North East Zone Cultural Centre, M.G. Road Gangtok (Sikkim) from 28th to 30th March by North Central Zone Cultural Centre, Shillong (Meghalaya) from 29th to 31st March by North Zone Cultural Centre and Khowai (Tripura) from 29th to 31st March by West Zone Cultural Centre.

The festival will showcase the spectacular diversity of India, from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Gujarat to Bengal through folk, tribal and classical art forms in all its dimensions – dance, music, drama, puppetry, handicrafts and food. Exhibition on Buddhist art and tradition is also being organized at Parade Ground of Tawangon the occasion of RashtriyaSanskritiMahotsav to showcase the splendour and magnificence of the cultural sphere. Craftsmen from all over the country will display and sell handicrafts to the general public. Chefs of traditional delicacies from different regions of the country will treat the visitors to an unparalleled culinary experience.Day-long performances of traditional performers of fringe-folk arts like ‘Behroopiyas’, ‘Baazigars’, ‘KacchiGhori’, etc. will take place in the Parade Ground from 23rd March to 25th March, 2017. The inaugural ceremony will exhibit varied art forms like Buddhist Chant and Gung, Vedic Chanting, PuruliaChhou, Yoga, DholCholom and PungCholom, Sri Khol, BhorTaal, Ladakhi dance, Chakhesang music, Bonalo, Siddhi Dhamal and Godambaza.