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Lata Mangeshkar, the Nightingale of India passed away leaving the whole nation in tears. The news broke the heart of every Indian and the whole nation is paying tribute to their most beloved artist. She died in the Breach candy Hospital In Mumbai. She was 92 and was suffering from pneumonia along with the COVID-19 virus infection too. Initially, she was recovering quite well but after a few days later her health started deteriorating. Then she was shifted to the ventilator on Saturday. PM PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATA MANGESHKAR ON HER DEMISE A State of Honours funeral was given to the pride of the nation. On her demise President, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, A.R.Rahman, Amitabh Bachan, Maharashtra CM Udhav Thackrey, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and many more eminent personalities paid their homag...

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A State Of Honour Funeral For Swar Kokila Lata Mangeshkar; PM Attends Cremation

Sonia SolankiFebruary 7, 20220

The whole nation seemed to have united as one to see the last glimpse of the Nightingale of India, Lata Mangeshkar. Thousands of people were present on the streets of Mumbai to pay their last respects and prayers to the most renowned and beloved artist, Lata didi. The state of the honours funeral was held at Shivaji Park, Mumbai. PM Modi reached the cremation ground to offer his prayers. He met with the close family members of Lata Mangeshkar and conveyed his condolences personally. PM Modi remembered Lata Ji and wrote, "The kind and caring Lata Didi has left us. She leaves a void in our nation that cannot be filled. The coming generations will remember her as a stalwart of Indian culture, whose melodious voice had an unparalleled ability to mesmerize people." PM OFFERING PRAYER TO...

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India Crosses 5 Lakh COVID Death Mark, Third After Brazil And US

Sonia SolankiFebruary 5, 20220

India has crossed the mark of 5 lakh deaths due to the COVID-19 pandemic and it became the third country to cross the mark. The maximum number of COVID deaths have been registered in the US at 9,17,600. Followed by Brazil at the second spot with 6,29,078 deaths so far. At present, the death number in India stands at 5,00,055. But as compared to other nations, the number in India except during the second wave is very less. India took 217 days to cross the 5 lakh mark from the last 4 lakh mark, which is the longest period to register one lakh deaths. How India Kept Its Fatality Rate Low? Well with a population equivalent to approximately 1.4 billion the death rate of India is comparatively low than other countries. Well, this is an overall picture but India too has seen some h...

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Want To Know Some Facts About Income Tax ?-Read On!

Pooja YadavFebruary 5, 20220

The government collects tax for meeting its different expenses. The government uses these tax collections for meeting different expenses like expenses on the infrastructure, defense, welfare schemes, education, and health. The taxes are collected by the government through a system. Many times government covers these expenses takes the loan and raises money from other means too. Income tax is a very important means of collecting revenue among the other sources. According to the report of Times of India,28 percent of the government s revenue was contributed by the taxpayers in 2020-21. This figure becomes more interesting when we get to know that out of this only 1 percent of the people give income tax. In the budget, Nirmala Sitaraman our finance minister recognize the efforts of t...

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COVID-19 Medical Waste A Great Threat To Health And Environment : WHO

Sonia SolankiFebruary 4, 20220

COVID-19 medical waste is a great threat to our health and environment. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), medical waste comes from multiple sources generation including COVID testing kits, disposable syringes, disposable gloves, vaccine bottles, PPE kits, masks, sanitiser bottles etc. According to an estimate, a total of 87,000 tonnes of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) have been ordered till November 2021. In addition to this, the amount of plastic and cardboard boxes used in packing has been rising since the onset of the pandemic. According to the United Nation Development Programme (UNDP) in the five Asian cities, the amount of healthcare waste was 3.4 Kg/bed/day during the pandemic. Before pandemic, the value ranged from 0.2 - 0.5 Kg/bed/day. Why Med...

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Indian Industries Create Milestones With Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Sayani ChakrabortyFebruary 3, 20220

Several programmes favouring indigenisation and technology development benefiting prospective Indian suppliers show that the Indian government promotes "Make in India" for self-reliance in the defence industry. Indian enterprises are encouraged to design, develop, and manufacture defence systems, subsystems, and components, focusing on indigenisation and self-reliance. Unmanned aerial vehicle Several DPSUs, including the DRDO, began producing defence goods in the early 1960s, including HAL, MDL, GRSE, GSL, HSL, BEML, Mishra Dhatu Nigam, and BEL, as well as the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB). Even Nevertheless, the tri-services continue to import key equipment to satisfy their operational needs because of a mismatch between the defence forces' demand and availability of equipment. Acco...

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10 March Ko Sabki Garmi Nikal Jaegi: Yogi Adityanath Targets SP, RLD

Gunjan ChaudharyFebruary 2, 20220

In an effective voter interaction program organized at Ramlila Maidan of Pilkhua in Hapur, chief minister Yogi Adityanath, without naming Akhilesh and Jayant Chaudhary, said that the pair of two boys is coming to the state. The rioters who had entered their secret locations for the last five years are now showing heat by coming out, their heat will completely go out on March 10. While remembering the contribution of Dhaulana in the freedom struggle, Yogi said that the sacrifice made by the revolutionaries of Dhaulana in the first freedom war of India cannot be forgotten. Targeting the Samajwadi Party, Yogi Adityanath said that the thinking of the SP government was like that of a rioter. "Prior to 2017, our daughters could not go to school, there was chaos. Development plans we...

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Security Force Action Intensified Since Removal Of Article 370: Nityanand Rai

Gunjan ChaudharyFebruary 2, 20220

Peace has not returned in the Kashmir Valley even after two and a half years following the abrogation of Article 370. Especially due to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, there are reports of encounters between security forces and terrorists in the Union Territory every day. The government has told in Parliament that since the abrogation of special status from Jammu and Kashmir, 109 security forces personnel have been martyred in 541 terrorist incidents. However, on the martyrdom of every soldier, four terrorists have also been killed. Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha that 439 terrorists have been killed in Jammu and Kashmir since August 5, 2019. However, 98 civilians have also lost their lives in terrorist attacks. Ap...

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Crypto Tax First Step To Legalize Digital Currency In India: Details Inside

Sonia SolankiFebruary 2, 20220

Crypto tax or digital assets will be taxed at 30%, as announced by Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This will be the highest tax band in the country. "I propose to provide that any income from transfer of any virtual digital asset shall be taxed at the rate of 30%. No deduction in respect of any expenditure or allowance shall be allowed while computing such income, except the cost of acquisition," Sitharaman said. She also said that currency lies with RBI only, other than that is a crypto asset and will see 30% tax. Cryptocurrencies will be treated as digital assets. U-turn On Banning Cryptocurrency At the end of last year, there were strong rumours that the Indian government is planning to ban all cryptocurrencies. But presenting a digital asset tax of 30% s...

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Unemployment At Its Peak, Youngsters Between 20-29 Years Worst Hit: CMIE Data

Sonia SolankiFebruary 1, 20220

Unemployment is the harsh reality that we are facing in today’s time. Reports by the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) stated that the unemployment rate in December 2021 was 7.9%. But that doesn’t mean the rest of 92.1% of people in the working-age group are employed. In fact, the employment rate is the better Indicator of the success and economy of a country. India’s success rate is low with only 43% in 2020, as per a data study by the World Bank. India lags behind Pakistan (48%) and Bangladesh (53%) in these numbers. In 2018-19, the unemployment rate was 6.3% and 4.7% in the year 2017-18. Challenges India Faces To Provide Employment Employment is a necessity and when the working population is not getting proper opportunities, it’s a difficult situation for the...

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Anna Hazare Furious Over Maharashtra Decision To Sell Wine; Says, “Alcoholism Will Increase”

Gunjan ChaudharyJanuary 31, 20220

Social worker Anna Hazare has strongly opposed the sale of wine in malls, supermarkets and grocery stores in Maharashtra. He said on Monday that this decision of the state government is unfortunate. Hazare, a veteran social worker, said, "It is the government's responsibility to motivate people to quit drugs, but I am surprised to know that the state government is taking such decisions for financial benefits." This will lead to an addiction to alcohol among people. Promote Fruit-Based Wineries Maharashtra skill development minister Nawab Malik had said last Thursday that the state cabinet has decided to promote fruit-based wineries in the state. This will give additional income to the farmers. Defending the decision of the state government, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut had said that...

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Two Years Of COVID-19 In India: The Ups and Downs Of Ongoing Battle

Sonia SolankiJanuary 31, 20220

COVID-19 made its way in India on January 30, 2020, when a 20-year-old woman tested positive for the virus. From there till today, this pandemic has shattered many homes, engulfed many lives and still hover over us like a constant threat. India has seen many lows and ups during this period, especially in the healthcare department. This fight against corona is still on, but we did not surrender to it. Though losing our near and dear ones is still haunting us. Yet the satisfaction of saving millions stays in our hearts. COVID-19 Early Journey In India The early journey of the pandemic in India is roughly calculated between January 30 and March 15, 2021. The first case was reported on January 30, 2020, and the first death by COVID-19 was reported on March 12, 2020. The fir...