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The Power of saying ‘Yes’: A Gift of Organ Donation

Our CorrespondentSeptember 10, 20250

By Jyoti Galada There is a power we all hold as citizens, as family members, and as individuals and that is the power of saying "YES" to organ donation. A single 'yes' can save up to 8 lives and enhance the lives of 75 more. It can give organ failure patients the chance to live a normal life, restore their hope to feel included and capable, and become a blessing to families facing emotional, mental, and financial trauma. This 'yes' is most needed at one of life’s hardest moments when your loved one has been declared brain dead and is lost to you forever. Yet in that moment of loss, you can keep their legacy alive through the gift of organ donation. Before the body being buried or cremated, it can go on to give life by donating organs like the heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, pancreas, a

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The Heirs from Political Dynasties: Purnima Das Sahu

Samriti DhatwaliaSeptember 8, 20250

Purnima’s Political:  Debut Rooted in Legacy In a bold political move, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) endorsed Purnima Das Sahu, daughter-in-law of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and current Odisha Governor Raghubar Das, as their candidate for Jamshedpur East in the 2024 assembly elections. The decision stirred attention, given the constituency's long-standing association with her father-in-law’s political legacy.  Purnima Reclaimed the Seat  Jamshedpur East, once a BJP bastion, slipped from its grasp in 2019 when Raghubar Das was unseated by Independent Saryu Roy. In nominating Purnima, the party sought to reclaim the constituency and restore its former dominance. Purnima’s Style to Campaign with Cultural Intelligence Purnima hit the ground running. Her campaign was de

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The Heirs from Political Dynasties: Babulal Soren

Samriti DhatwaliaSeptember 2, 20250

Who is Babulal Soren? Babulal Soren, the son of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren, has been gradually emerging as a recognizable figure in the political landscape of Jharkhand. Born into a family deeply rooted in the state’s tribal politics, his entry into public life was almost inevitable, though it has not been without its share of controversies and turning points.   As the child of Champai Soren, a respected leader who briefly served as the Chief Minister in 2024, Babulal inherited both the privilege and the burden of a powerful political legacy. While still considered a new entrant on the broader political stage, he has already made headlines for his alignment with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), his electoral campaigns, and the promises he has put forward for the

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The Heirs from Political Dynasties: Neeraj Singh

Samriti DhatwaliaAugust 25, 20250

Neeraj Singh - The Active Member of BJP Neeraj was officially designated as the BJP's first "active member" in Uttar Pradesh in October 2024. This status reflects his involvement in membership drives, where he must enrol at least 50 new primary members per assembly in order to be considered an "active member." His induction marked a turning point in his career, showing how he went from being a background organiser to a respected party official. He previously managed major organisational efforts in his father's Lucknow constituency and co-convened the membership campaign for the Awadh region. Neeraj Singh as ‘Viksit Bharat Ambassador’ Neeraj's leadership during the BJP's "Viksit Bharat Ambassador" campaign was crucial to his growing influence. Through the NaMo app campaign, he

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The World Has Forgotten Us: ‘Beyond the Battlefield’

SHIVANI UJJAINWALAugust 18, 20250

War’s Cruelty: The Innocent Pay the Price! During the Israel-Iran War of 2025, thousands of innocent civilians bore the brunt of relentless airstrikes, missile attacks, and ground clashes. Residential areas, hospitals, and schools were hit, leading to mass casualties among non-combatants. Women and children suffered the most; many were killed, severely injured, or left homeless as entire neighbourhoods turned to rubble.  Displacement camps became overcrowded with scarce food, water, and medical aid, exposing survivors to disease and hunger. Countless children were orphaned, traumatised by the violence they witnessed. In addition, both sides reportedly took civilians as hostages for leverage, leaving families shattered and living in fear. The war created a humanitarian catastrophe

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Heirs from Political Dynasties: Nishant Kumar

Samriti DhatwaliaAugust 18, 20250

Over the years, Nishant Kumar has consistently emphasized his spiritual interests and detachment from political ambition. In July 2024, he publicly declared: “I am walking on the path of spirituality… I decided to purchase a speaker to listen to the bhajan ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’ with good sound.” Kumar stated directly that he had chosen not to join politics. Earlier in 2017, he similarly remarked, “I have no interest, nor any knowledge of how to do politics… I will lead a spiritual life instead”.  This spiritual focus sets a tone of personal discipline and introspection, sharply distant from political ambition.    Nishant Shifts Toward Public Visibility Nishant initially stayed out of politics, but starting in early 2025, he started to make sparse public appearances in suppor

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Heirs from Political Dynasties: Bhavya Bishnoi

Samriti DhatwaliaAugust 14, 20250

Bhavya Bishnoi was born on 18th February, 1993 to Kuldeep Bishnoi and Renuka Bishnoi. The 2024 Haryana Assembly elections delivered a sweeping verdict against political dynasties, ending decades‑long family reigns in several constituencies. Most notably, Bhajan Lal’s family lost Adampur for the first time in over 50 years—Bhavya Bishnoi, his grandson and the sitting BJP MLA was defeated by Congress’s retired IAS officer Chander Parkash by a narrow margin of 1,268 votes.  His grandfather, Bhajan Lal Bishnoi, became the three times- Chief Minister of Haryana and also served as an Agricultural and Environmental Minister, GOI. His father Kuldeep Bishnoi, served as two times MP and four times MLA, whereas his mother Renuka Bishnoi has served as an MLA for two times.  Bishnoi...

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Heirs from Political Families: Priya Saroj

Samriti DhatwaliaAugust 11, 20250

Priya Saroj in Parliament on Kashi Dwar, Pindra  The Kashi Dwar is a township plan for the Pindra Gram Sabha. The Pindra Gram Sabha constitutes 10 surrounding villages of the Machhlishahr parliamentary constituency. This township plan is being conducted under the Uttar Pradesh Housing Development Council.  For this, the Development Council proposed to acquire 900 acres of land. To protest this acquisition, the farmers of the area conducted a sit-in-protest (dharna). When this matter was raised in the Parliament, the government postponed the scheme for time being.   Priya Saroj mentioned the pleas of the farmers about the “Ban on Sale and Purchase of land”. She said, "These lands are the only source of income for the farmers, it's their property. On occasions such as their daught

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Heirs from Political Dynasties: G.V. Vennela

Samriti DhatwaliaAugust 4, 20250

G.V. Vennela and the Gaddar Memorial In November 2024, the Telangana government appointed G.V. Vennela, as the Chairperson of Telangana Samskruthika Saradhi, the state’s cultural wing. This body focuses on promoting Telangana's linguistic, cultural identity, and awareness of government initiatives.  A memorial is built on one acre of land where one could keep all his life’s work, writings, and songs. Along with him, the works of other poets and singers of the region would also be kept. In November, Vennela said that the work will start in three months.  In the month of February, 2025 Gaddar Memorial came up on the Necklace road. Gaddar wrote at least 4000 songs in his lifetime. Many of them are still yet to be released. Vennela reminisces how he used to humm, a new song each day

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Heirs from Political Dynasties: Bansuri Swaraj

Samriti DhatwaliaJuly 29, 20250

Tree Ambulances in Delhi Recently, Bansuri Swaraj inaugurated the first tree ambulance in Delhi. The Tree Ambulance is an initiative by Delhi Cantonment Board marking a significant step towards protecting, treating, and preserving trees in Delhi Cantt. The aim of this initiative is to safeguard the green guardians of the city. Most crucial work undertaken by tree ambulances is 'surgery' to help trees recover from infestation by termites, or other pests, which results in the hollowing out of bark from inside. These ambulances are customised as an eco-friendly CNG-run tree ambulance. They are equipped with two water tanks, having storage capacities of 750 litres and 250 litres, and a high-pressure pump with a jetting hose. It also has space for carrying equipment, pesticides, fung

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The Ultimate Reality Show: Trump edition

Our CorrespondentJuly 23, 20250

By Rama Kashyap  An extraordinary scene was orchestrated in the White House. Lights in the Oval Office were dimmed to show video clippings of purported genocide against whites to South African President Ramaphosa. Right in front of the television cameras, unfounded accusations were hurled at the visiting dignitary. The shameful spectacle was reminiscent of Ukrainian President Zelensky’s February visit, when he was humiliated in a similar fashion in the full glare of TV cameras. The scriptwriter, lead actor and director of the scene were all rolled in one –the current occupant of the White House. Ever since Donald Trump assumed Presidency, the presidential setting has been transformed into a stage for reality TV—a genre that thrives on manufactured conflict, emotional outbu

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Heirs from Political Dynasties: Rohini Acharya Yadav

Samriti DhatwaliaJuly 21, 20250

About Rohini Acharya Yadav Rohini Acharya Yadav is a remarkable figure whose journey from a dedicated medical professional to a political aspirant and public voice reflects courage, conviction, and service. Born on 1 June 1979 in Patna into the influential family of Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi—two former Chief Ministers of Bihar—Rohini has seven sisters and two brothers, including prominent politicians Tej Pratap and Tejashwi Yadav.  Rohini earned her MBBS from MGM Medical College in Jamshedpur but chose not to pursue medical practice full-time. In 2002, still a student, she married Samaresh Singh—an IT professional whose father, Rai Ranvijay Singh, is a retired Income Tax officer and long-standing friend of Lalu Prasad Yadav. The couple lived in Singapore and the U.S. for

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