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The truth of our society is far from the written document the Constitution, for the Indian citizens. The Karnataka hijab row is one such incident. Not only this, a BJP minister even compared it to the "Talibanisation" of Karnataka. In such a scenario, the girls and their families are finally protesting against the move laid down by the college authorities. The whole ruckus started at the Women's Government College in Udupi. Still, the girls are sitting outside the class and listening to lectures, as they are not allowed in the classroom. The group of Muslim girl students and their families have filed a petition in the High Court of Karnataka. The petition is due for a hearing on February 8, 2022. Hijab Row Intensifies As Muslim Girls Stopped Outside The College It is a sheer...

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World Cancer Day: ‘Close The Care Gap’ Theme For 2022; Read Details Inside

Sonia SolankiFebruary 4, 20220

Today is World’s Cancer Day which is celebrated across the globe to spread awareness regarding cancer care and prevention. This year's theme is “Close The Gap”. This international day is proceeded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). Cancer is a deadly disease and every year around 10 million people die due to this. The most affected group is those above 65 years. On today's occasion, Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya tweeted, "Let's join hands to intensify the global fight against cancer by spreading awareness about the fatal disease and helping those who are suffering from it." “Close The Care Gap” Theme This year’s theme aims at the different sections of society that are usually not able to get the treatment and facilities due to their socioecono...

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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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Centre Addresses Mental Health In Union Budget Amid Data Suggesting 4 Rs/Person Government Spending A Year

Sonia SolankiFebruary 2, 20220

The mental health awareness issue was addressed in the budget session of 2022-23. The Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the pandemic has intensified mental health-related issues. To combat the problem and to provide quality mental health counselling and services, a National Tele Mental Health Programme will be launched. It will include a total of 23 mental health centres. Their work will function under the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS). Whereas, the International Institute of Information Technology, Bengaluru, will provide technical support. The Director of NIMHANS, Dr Partima Murthy, said this programme will help in identifying the mild form of mental illness. At present, around 10.4% of people have been diagnosed with menta...

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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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BJP Brought China, Pakistan Closer: Rahul Gandhi Slams Modi Government Over Increasing Border Tension

Sonia SolankiFebruary 2, 20220

Rahul Gandhi took a jibe at the Modi-led BJP government on tackling the foreign policies and the states. He said, “The nation is at risk from outside and inside. I don’t like that. This worries me”. In addition to that, Rahul Gandhi also said the Indian government's goal should have been to keep the two neighbouring countries, Pakistan and China, apart instead of bringing them closer. He said it’s a very serious threat that we are facing as a nation. Rahul's Attack On Foreign Policy Rahul Gandhi’s said, “It’s very clear that the Chinese and Pakistani are planning. Look at the weapons they are buying. Look at the way they are talking. We have made a massive blunder and I am absolutely sure we can f defend against the Chinese”. Bilateral talks between Pakistan and China h...

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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...

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Shivangi Singh: India’s First Woman Rafale Pilot, Part Of IAF Tableau In R-Day

Sonia SolankiJanuary 27, 20220

Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh is India's first woman Rafale fighter jet pilot. This year, she was part of the Indian Air Force (IAF) tableau at the 73rd Republic Day. This year’s IAF tableau theme was based on ‘Indian Air Force transforming for the future'. The tableau boasted the indigenously developed light combat helicopter (LCH) and 3-D surveillance radar Aslesha MK-1. Along with this, the tableau featured the scaled-down models of Rafale fighter jets, MiG-21 aircraft and India’s first native developed aircraft named Gnat. Shivangi Singh And Rafale, Pride Of Nation Shivangi Singh was born on March 15, 1995, and hails from Varanasi. She joined IAF in 2017 and was commissioned in the IAF’s second batch of women fighter pilots. She has been flying the MiG-21 Bison aircra...

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Ghulam Nabi Azad’s Padma Bhushan Evokes A Row In Congress

Sonia SolankiJanuary 27, 20220

Veteran Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad has been offered the third-highest civilian award Padma Bhushan. This has led to a new controversy on social media as Congress Vs G-23 Congress. For this achievement, some of the congress leaders have congratulated him. A former union minister, Azad, was the leader of the opposition in the Rajya Sabha. Not only this, he was among the first to question the modus oprendi of the Congress party and a part of the G-23 group. Ghulam Nabi Azad's Padma Controversy : Azad and the former chief minister of West Bengal, Buddhadeb Bhattacharya, are the two opposition leaders which have been bestowed with the Padma Bhushan on the 73rd Republic Day. The controversy started when one of the other senior G-23 leaders of the Congress party Kapil Sibal...

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Liquor Sale: Delhi Government Reduces The Dry Days To Just 3

Sonia SolankiJanuary 25, 20220

Delhi Excise Department, under the new excise duty, reduced the dry days to 3 only. Earlier, the number of dry days was 21. Now, liquor shops will be closed on January 26, August 15 and October 2. The liquor industry gets a big relief and welcomes the step. The information is shared through a notification on Monday by the excise department. The exception to this new excise policy includes the hotels with L-15 licenses. DELHI TO HAVE ONLY 3 DRY DAYS New Excise Policy As per the order under new excise duty regulations, it states, “In pursuance of the provisions of Rule 52 of Delhi Excise Rules 2010, it is hereby ordered that the following dates shall be observed as a ‘Dry Day’ in the National Capital Territory of Delhi by all the licences of the Excise department and opium bends l...

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Republic Day 2022 Guidelines: Unvaccinated, Children Below 15 Years Not Allowed

Sonia SolankiJanuary 25, 20220

Republic Day 2022 celebrations this year comes with new guidelines due to the ongoing third wave of Covid-19 in the country. According to the new rules laid down by the government, unvaccinated people and children below 15 years will not be allowed to attend the parade. Along with this maintenance, a strict COVID-appropriate protocol is mandatory. For example, wearing masks, maintaining social distancing and proper sanitization will be carried out for those who will be attending the event. Attendees need to carry their double vaccination certificates. But for children above 15 years guidelines are blurred as their vaccination certificates are not issued till now. On what basis children above 15 will be given admission is yet to be defined. Republic Day Preparations And Restrictio...

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New Zealand’s PM Jacinda Ardern Cancels Her Marriage As Nation Moves In ‘Red Light Settings’ Covid Protocol

Sonia SolankiJanuary 24, 20220

New Zealand's PM Jacinda Ardern postponed her marriage due to the new COVID protocol in the country. She confirmed this news stating, "My wedding will not be going ahead," after the detailed handover of new rules for the pandemic. Though Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have not announced their official wedding date, but as per sources, it was scheduled within next few weeks. PM Ardern also said, “I just joined many other New Zealander’s who have had an experience like that as a result of the pandemic and to anyone who is caught up in that scenario I am so sorry.” New Zealand has imposed the “Red Light Setting” restrictions from Sunday midnight. Recently the country reported nine Omicron cases in Mouteka in a single family household. As per reports, the family travelled to...