Need to stand firm

02/07/2022
New Delhi has to stand firm against the hue and cry China and Pakistan are likely to make about the events in J&K. Since China doesn’t like India holding the G20 meeting in Jammu and Kashmir, it is rethinking its participation in the summit. Zhao said, “We will look at whether China will attend the meeting.” It is interesting to note that he used a loaded term during the press conference — “Pakistan-occupied areas of Kashmir.” This was in response to a query regarding the China-Pakistan Economi...

Career options in Banking Sector

02/07/2022
Banks are generally known as the backbone of the economy of a nation. Recently, many countries face the financial crisis, fortunately, India is one of the nations which is least affected, it is only because of the banking and financial sector of India. The banking sector is growing up day by day in India; so naturally, the demand for employees is also increasing. This is the reason that career in the banking and financial field is bright in India, banks offer the wide range of opportunities to ...

Series of twists and turns

01/07/2022
Finally, at 7.30 pm, Shinde was sworn in as the Chief Minister and Fadnavis as his deputy. Such are the twists and turns in Indian politics. By making Shinde the CM, the BJP top brass seems to be more interested in the longevity of its Government in Maharashtra, a leading industrial State, than in the benefits that come with the top office. Besides, they know that Shinde would be completely dependent on them for survival. When Uddhav Thackeray resigned as the Maharashtra Chief Minister immediat...

Amaranth - where ‘Amar-Katha’ was revealed by Lord Shiva

01/07/2022
In mythology, Lord Shiva believed to be a living God, whose presence has been testified from the astronomy, Vedic myths and even some rituals, had narrated the truth about his immortality, which is called Amar Katha (the immortal story) to 'Mother Parvati' in the Amarnath cave. In the holy cave at an altitude of 12,800 feet in the mountains of Kashmir, in between the period 'Amavasya to Purnima', a huge seasonal 'Shivalingam', spiritually people call it 'Barfani Baba', gets created naturally by...

Jagannath Rath Yatra: Teaches a lot about our destination

01/07/2022
RathYatra or chariot festival is celebrated on 1st July in honour of Lord Jagannath who is one of the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu in Hindu mythology. Rath Yatra is a symbol of unity, brotherhood, and peace. This is one of the most important festivals celebrated across India. Every year the Rath Yatra is celebrated on the day of Shukla Paksha Dwitiya of the month of Ashadha in the Hindu calendar. This traditional rath yatra is the center of attraction not only in India but also for foreign d...

Growing scope of Genetic Medicine and Stem Cell Research

01/07/2022
Various career paths are available in the field of Genetic Medicine and Stem Cell Research. The fields of Genetic Medicine and Stem Cell Research provide ample career opportunities. Among the various streams of science and medicine that have evolved with time, stem cell research and genetic medicine have risen as top contenders for various path-breaking discoveries. The treatment of more than 1,800 known monogenic hereditary disorders today, depends on the development of genetic medicines coup...

Timely action can prevent a situation

30/06/2022
Whatever be the truth, it is undeniable that the Kanhaiya Lal had informed the police that he was receiving death threats, and yet no action was taken.The gruesome murder of Kanhaiya Lal, a tailor in Udaipur, is a reminder to all, especially the political class, that there is a lot that is rotten in the statecraft and politics of India. The killers, Gos Mohammad and Riyaz Akhtari, not only slaughtered Lal in his shop but also shot a video of their misdeed. They cut his throat with a cleaver and...

Data for Sustainable Development

30/06/2022
Has been designated as "National Statistics Day" one of the special days to be celebrated at the national level in recognition of Mahalonobis' invaluable contribution in establishing the National Statistical System. It is celebrated on the birth anniversary of late Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis. Statistics is basically a branch of mathematics that deals with the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. Statistics can be used to determine the potential outcome of thousands of ...

Creatures in Distress

30/06/2022
Earth’s environment has come to the fore in the form that rare species of fauna and flora are becoming extinct. Those who survive are in danger of existence. It is not that this danger is looming only on the creatures living on the land, the sea creatures and the flora there are also battling this crisis. Obviously, in such a situation, the biggest challenge is not only to save the rare species, but also to save them. It is also necessary to protect species that may be threatened with existence...

Increase in financial frauds

29/06/2022
The Government of Jammu and Kashmir accorded sanction to the establishment of an independent Economic Offences Wing in the Anti-Corruption Bureau with headquarters at Jammu. Sanction was accorded to the creation of 56 posts for the Economic Offences Wing with the concurrence of the Finance Department. These posts include one Superintendent of Police, one Senior Prosecuting Officer, three Deputy Superint-endents of Police, three Prosecuting Officers, 10 Inspectors (Executive), 10 Sub-Inspectors,...

Why COVID-19 cases are again rising?

29/06/2022
COVID-19 infections are now increasing in India. Since many people are vaccinated, this virus is now concentrating on the throat and the nose and replicating fast and transmitting also very fast. It reveals the fact that the poor adherence to safety protocols is driving the surge. The rise in COVID-19 cases has mirrored the pattern of the worst days of the crisis. The reckless & selfish behaviour witnessed around the country has drawn much ire. Why do some people dodge their responsibility in t...

A long-drawn affair

28/06/2022
As the political battle reached the Supreme Court, it issued notices to Maharashtra Deputy Speaker Narhari Zirwal, Chief Whip Sunil Prabhu, leader of Legislature party Anil Chaudhary and the Central Government. Shinde greeted the order tweeting, "This is the victory of the Hindutva emperor Balasaheb Thackeray's Hindutva and the thoughts of Dharmaveer Anand Dighe Saheb…!" While the Maharashtra crisis seems to be becoming a long-drawn affair, the rebels got a breather from the SC. In response to ...

Study while others are sleeping

28/06/2022
Being a student is the best gift that one can have in his life you have the opportunity to learn n grow in a constructive environment with like - minded people you are allowed to make mistakes, correct those mistakes and become a better person. What ever you will be in your future is the result of your present life, how you are living it. In life nothing comes free. There is a price to pay for everything and if you want to achieve something big so for that you have to sacrifice your sleep, food...

A thriving ‘industry’

27/06/2022
An Act to constitute National Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy Board, State Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy Boards and appointment of appropriate authorities for regulation of the practice and process of surrogacy and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. This Act may be called the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021. Five months after the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act came into force, the Health Ministry has notified the rules governing surrogate pregnan...

Career opportunities in Commerce Stream

27/06/2022
Commerce stream has a sea of options and opportunities for those who want to make their career and achieve their goals in life. Students who are studying under this stream have an intellectual look towards the outside world. This career is full of hard challenges and practical facts. It provides numerous career options in the life of students. Most of the students opt for this stream because they all want to put their step forward in Business and follow its strategies. At, present Commerce is b...

What are the effects of drug abuse?

27/06/2022
Observed as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking), often referred to as the International Day against Drug Abuse. It is to strengthen global action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. Observance of this day aims to raise awareness to fight against the substance abuse as well as the unlawful trade of drugs. Drugs are initially taken out of choice, but it becom...

Need to ban single-use plastic in India

27/06/2022
Although compostable, biodegradable, or even edible plastics are promoted as alternatives from various materials such as bagasse (residue after extracting juice from sugarcane), corn starch, and cereal flour, these are currently being scaled and there are cost limits Single-use plastic refers to those plastic items that are used once and discarded. The highest usage of plastics manufactured and used in single-use plastics ranges from the packaging of goods to bottles, polythene bags,...

Humanitarian assistance to Afghan people

26/06/2022
Afghanistan is already facing a crisis on many counts — severe drought has triggered a famine, while the economy is in dire straits after decades of conflict. The quake has added to the woes of the Afghan people. India, which has been generously assisting Afghanistan in recent years by providing foodgrains, medicines and Covid vaccines, needs to rise to the occasion once again. An Indian delegation had met Taliban leaders earlier this month, demonstrating New Delhi’s readiness to engage with Ka...

Skin problems that arise during Monsoons

26/06/2022
The pleasant days of magical monsoon are here again to provide respite from the brunt of the hot and sweaty summer. The buzz of monsoon has grown louder with barren land springs to life with lush green fields and rolling green hills across the country. Who doesn't like the rains? Lush green landscapes, romantic drives, and cosy evenings with loved ones. Can't get better than this, right? Monsoon showers have arrived to give us respite from the sweltering summer heat and hope the rain Gods bles...

PM Modi’s mother Heeraben the true Inspiration of his Life

26/06/2022
It is said that behind every man's success there is a woman. That woman in PM Narendra Modi's life is his mother, Heeraben Modi. Really, Mother is the most selfless person in this world who starts loving her children even before they come into this world. Nothing could be compared to a mother's love in this world as it is the purest form of love. Recently PM Modi has penned a heartfelt note for his mother Heeraben, as she entered the 100th year of her life on 18th June. He met her at her resid...

Rise in awareness will increase female aspirants opting for NDA

26/06/2022
UPSC has released the National Defence Academy (NDA) merit list, which features 51 girls for 19 available seats in the Academy. Col RK Sharma (Retired), former SSB assessor, says that with awareness, this number is set to rise manifold. Modern warfare is set to change from being manpower heavy to technologically bound. "Thus, even if the number of girls in the merit list increases, positions on offer might not change anytime soon". "In wartime, the Army needs manpower to capture and defend th...