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Indian athletes are in action on the third day of Paris Paralympics 2024 i.e. 31 August (Saturday). Women's shooter Rubina Francis won the bronze medal in the Women's 10m Air Pistol (SH1). Rubina Francis scored 211.1 points in the final match. India's medal tally at Paris Paralympics 2024 has now gone up to five. India has so far won one gold, one silver and three bronze medals. She made history by becoming the first Indian woman to clinch a Paralympics medal in pistol shooting. She qualified to represent India at the 2024 Summer Paralympics at Paris. she secured an Olympic quota berth for Paris Paralympics under bipartite rule in July 2024. Iranian player won gold Iran's Sareh Javanmardi won gold and Turkey's Aysel Ozgan won the silver medal in this event. Sareh Javanmardi scored 236.8 points. At the same time, Aysel Ozgan scored 231.1 points. Rubina was at one time running in second position, but later she fell behind. The SH1 category in shooting includes shooter...

Avani Lekhara, on 30th August, 2024, successfully defended her women's 10m air rifle shooting standing SH1 title at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, becoming the first Indian woman to win two gold medals in the Games' history. Early Life and the Road to Recovery Avani Lekhara, born on November 8, 2001, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, has emerged as one of India's most inspiring athletes. Her journey, marked by resilience and determination, began after a life-altering road accident in 2012, which left her wheelchair-bound. Despite the significant physical and emotional challenges, Avani's father played a crucial role in her recovery, encouraging her to explore sports as a means of physical and mental rehabilitation. At Paralympics 2024, Avani creates history as the 1st Indian woman athlete to win 3 Paralympic medals! Her dedication continues to make India proud. Transition from Archery to Shooting Initially drawn to archery, a sport that demands precision, focus, and discipline, Avani ...

On Saturday, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat arrived at the Shambhu border to express her support for the ongoing farmers' movement. The farmers have been demanding that the government address their concerns regarding agricultural laws. The farmers' agitation that has been going on for a long time at Shambhu border completed 200 days on Saturday. On the occasion of completion of 200 days of agitation at Shambhu border, farmers are gathering in large numbers and planning a big demonstration. Olympian Vinesh Phogat also joined this demonstration of farmers. Phogat voiced her empathy for the farmers, stating, "People have been sitting here for 200 days. It is sad to see them. Farmers run the country. We are all citizens of the country. There is nothing without farmers." She emphasized the critical role that farmers play in sustaining the nation and highlighted their importance to the everyday lives of all citizens. Vinesh also pointed out the connection between farmers and...

Bhopal: The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Bhopal recently organized a homecoming event to welcome back one of its distinguished alumni, Abhijit Banik. A successful entrepreneur, brand consultant, and creative director, Abhijit Banik has made a significant mark in the industry. During the session, he shared his invaluable insights, experiences, and entrepreneurial journey with the current students and faculty of NIFT Bhopal. Banik, who graduated from NIFT Bhopal’s Textiles Department in 2012, spoke about his inspiring journey of building a successful business from the ground up. He highlighted the various challenges he faced, the risks he took, and the lessons learned throughout his career. His story resonated with the students, offering them a glimpse into the realities of entrepreneurship and the resilience required to thrive in the industry. During his address, Banik underscored the importance of innovation, risk-taking, and adaptability as key drivers of success in...

The Assam Assembly has decided to abolish the three-hour break traditionally given for Friday prayers (Juma Namaz). Previously, the House would be adjourned from 11 am to 2 pm to accommodate the prayer time. This change has sparked a flurry of reactions from various political parties and leaders across the country. Speaking to reporters, Speaker Biswajit Daimary said this was a provision unique to the Assam Legislative Assembly introduced during the premiership of Muhammad Saadullah in pre-Independence Assam. Speaker Biswajit Daimary said further, “In the Assam legislative assembly, it had become like a tradition from the time of the British during Saadullah saab’s Chief Ministership. At that time, Bangladesh was with Assam and the capital was in Shillong. Maybe then there were many members who were followers of the Islamic religion and they brought this proposal… Since I’ve become Speaker, I’ve noticed that on Friday, when there’s some important matters to discuss, it becomes very dif...

The world is moving rapidly toward faster internet and more robust network infrastructure, and India is at the forefront of this technological evolution. After showcasing its capabilities in 3G, 4G, and 5G, India is now preparing to lead the way in 6G technology.  Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has emphasized that India is poised to set a new global standard in 6G, though no specific timeline has been set for the government to sell its stake in Vodafone-Idea. Talking to reporters, Scindia recently elaborated on India’s future plans and the critical role of the telecom sector in the country's economic growth. Scindia highlighted that the telecom industry plays a pivotal role in India’s economy, citing a significant surge in mobile connections—from 900 million to 1,150 million in recent years. Internet subscriptions have also seen a remarkable increase, rising from 200 million to 950 million. This growth has been accompanied by a steep decline in data and calling costs, making t...

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has provided an update on the status of its development projects in Bangladesh, stating that they have been suspended due to the current situation in the country. Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal commented on the matter, saying, "Our projects going on in Bangladesh have been suspended due to the current circumstances."  He further explained, "Because some people who were working there on many development projects have had to come back. These projects have also stopped due to many other reasons." Suspension is temporary  Jaiswal emphasized that the suspension is temporary and dependent on improvements in the situation in Bangladesh. "When the situation improves, and law and order are restored, then talks will be held with the government there to see how to take it forward again. This is the situation right now," he added. The suspension of projects comes in the wake of the anti-reservation student movement in Ban...

As night descends upon Lucknow, the city comes alive with the rich aromas of kebabs sizzling over coal-fired grills and biryanis simmering slowly over low flames. These mouth-watering scents irresistibly attract food enthusiasts, who find themselves drawn to the bustling streets and famous eateries of this historic city. Lucknow is renowned for its vibrant culture, rich history, and most importantly, its delectable cuisine. Although the city’s cultural heritage has gradually faded over time, its culinary landscape has continued to flourish, with a variety of kebabs, biryanis, and other dishes that have become synonymous with Lucknow’s identity. However, the much-loved charcoal-grilled kebabs and the city's special yakhni biryani are now facing a serious threat. The local administration in Lucknow recently issued a directive for all coal-fired restaurants and eateries to switch to gas stoves, as part of an effort to combat the city’s escalating air pollution problem. Air Pollution C...

Russia-Ukraine War: During the ongoing  Russia-Ukraine War,  the International Criminal Court (ICC) has stated that if Russian President Vladimir Putin visits Mongolia next week, Mongolian authorities have an "obligation" to arrest him under international law. Putin is expected to visit Mongolia on Tuesday, marking the first time he will set foot in a country that is a member of the ICC. In March 2023, the ICC issued a warrant for Putin's arrest, accusing him of war crimes related to the illegal deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war. ICC spokesman Dr. Fadi El Abdallah emphasized that member countries, including Mongolia, are expected to "comply with the court's orders." He highlighted that Mongolia, like all other ICC member states, has a responsibility to cooperate with the court and fulfill its obligations under international law. Seven lakh Ukrainian children had been taken from Ukraine to Russia The arrest ...

Avani Lekhara made history at the Paris 2024 Paralympics on Friday by successfully defending her women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 title, becoming the first Indian woman to win two gold medals in the Games’ history. Lekhara, the Indian para-shooter, scored 249.7 in the final, setting a new Paralympic record and breaking her own previous mark of 249.6, which she had set during her debut at Tokyo 2020. The 22-year-old secured the top spot ahead of Republic of Korea’s Lee Yunri, who claimed silver with a score of 246.8. Compatriot Mona Agarwal missed out on the gold medal round but secured bronze with 228.7, marking India's first two medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. This event marked the first time India achieved a double podium finish in the same event at the Paralympic Games. “It feels very nice to win another gold medal for my country and to defend my title, very nice,” said Avani Lekhara. “It is great motivation to have Mona [Agarwal] on the podium.” With this victory, Lekha...

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar visited the site of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue at Rajkot Fort in the Sindhudurg district to assess the situation following the recent controversy surrounding the statue. Pawar shared images from his visit on the social media platform X. In his post, he expressed concern over the incident, stating, "Everyone is saddened by whatever happened. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is our deity, and everyone is proud of his history. The Chief Minister has held a meeting in this regard."  Pawar also emphasized that efforts are underway to build a new memorial and promised that action would be taken against those responsible for the incident, asserting, "They will be caught wherever they go." Two days earlier, during a public meeting, Ajit Pawar apologized to the public for the fall of the statue, an event that has sparked widespread political debate. Clash Between Political Factions The situation intensified last Wednesday w...

The Congress party has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over a recent statement made by Kangana Ranaut, a BJP Lok Sabha Member of Parliament from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. In a recent interview, Kangana expressed her opposition to the idea of conducting a caste census, claiming that people do not give much thought to caste. Supriya Shrinate, a spokesperson for the Congress party, strongly criticized Kangana's remarks, pointing out that as someone from an upper-caste background, she is likely unaware of the difficulties faced by people from marginalized communities. Shrinet took to social media platform X to express her disapproval, stating, "Today again BJP MP Kangana said that caste census should not be done at all." Supriya Shrinate further highlighted Kangana's statement, where she questioned the need for a caste census. Kangana had said, "Why do we have to do it? Why do we have to find out the caste? There is nothing like caste around me."  In ...

Over the past few years, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demonstrated a consistent strategy in assembly elections across several states. This approach involves either changing the sitting Chief Minister or bringing in prominent leaders from opposition parties. For example, in Haryana, Naib Singh Saini replaced Manohar Lal Khattar as Chief Minister. In Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel took over from Vijay Rupani, while in Karnataka, Basavaraj Bommai replaced B.S. Yediyurappa. Similarly, Pushkar Singh Dhami was made Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, replacing Tirath Singh Rawat, and in Tripura, Manik Saha replaced Biplab Kumar Dev. Moreover, the BJP has attracted influential leaders from opposition parties. Notable leaders such as Shubhendu Adhikari in West Bengal, Ashok Chavan in Maharashtra, Sunil Jakhar and Captain Amarinder Singh in Punjab, Jyotiraditya Scindia in Madhya Pradesh, and Himanta Biswa Sarma in Assam joined BJP from the Congress party during election seasons. These moves are be...

During the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, Rahul Gandhi, Congress leaders, workers and citizens journeyed across thousands of kilometers. Rahul Gandhi has said that we had a daily routine of practicing jiu-jitsu every evening at our campsite.  "What began as a simple way to stay fit quickly evolved into a community activity, bringing together fellow yatris and young martial arts students from the towns where we stayed," Rahul wrote on his Facebook page. "Our goal was to introduce these young minds to the beauty of the ‘Gentle Art’—a harmonious blend of meditation, jiu-jitsu, Aikido, and non-violent conflict resolution techniques. We aimed to instill in them the value of transforming violence into gentleness, giving them the tools to build a more compassionate and safer society," says Rahul. On this #NationalSportsDay, I want to share our experience with all of you, hoping to inspire some of you to take up the practice of the ‘Gentle Art’, Rahul wrote further adding Bharat D...

A prominent leader of Bangladesh's Awami League party, Ishaque Ali Khan Panna, who allegedly fled the country following the collapse of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government, was found dead in Meghalaya, India. The discovery was made not far from the Bangladesh border, as confirmed by the Meghalaya police in a press release. The semi-decomposed body of Panna was located on August 26 inside a betel-nut plantation in Dona Bhoi village, East Jaintia Hills. The site is approximately 1.5 kilometers from the India-Bangladesh border. According to police sources, Panna’s body was identified by the passport found in his possession. Panna was strangled to death Preliminary postmortem findings suggest that Panna was strangled to death. The report indicated that his cause of death was "asphyxia caused by throttling." The body has since been sent for forensic analysis to gather more evidence and details on the incident. Police sources further mentioned that multiple lac...

The Ministry of Education has taken a major step towards realising the goals of internationalization as envisioned in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. A Letter of Intent (LoI) was issued to the University of Southampton (UoS), UK, allowing them to establish their first-ever campus in India.  UoS is ranked among the top 100 Higher Educational Institutions globally, and its presence in India will enhance the educational landscape of India and offer students a unique opportunity for global exposure while receiving an education rooted in Indian values. This will be the first foreign University to be issued LoI under the UGC Regulations for setting up of Indian campuses of foreign universities. The letter of Intent was issued to the University of Southampton (UoS), UK in an event on Thursday, held in New Delhi, titled Internationalization of Education under NEP 2020: Setting up of Foreign University in India . Union Minister for External Affairs Dr. S. Jaishankar graced the occ...

Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav, will inaugurate the 'Madhya Pradesh Utsav,' a grand cultural and heritage festival, set to be held at the Madhya Pradesh Bhawan from August 30 to September 2, 2024. Dr. Yadav highlighted that the festival aims to present a vibrant showcase of the state's rich art, tourism, cultural heritage, public welfare schemes, and achievements. He mentioned that the event would offer a miniature glimpse of the diverse aspects of Madhya Pradesh. The 'Madhya Pradesh Utsav' will also feature an array of special dishes representing different regions of the state, including Malwa, Vindhya, Mahakaushal, and Bundelkhand. Invitations have been extended to Union Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of Legislative Assembly, other dignitaries, and the general public to join in the celebration and experience the unique cultural offerings of the state. Exhibitions The upcoming festival is set to be a vibrant celebration, showca...

Sony SAB's ‘Shrimad Ramayan' holds immense significance and narrates the life and teachings of Lord Ram (Sujay Reu)in its purest form. After fourteen years of gruelling exile and a Mahayudh with Raavan (Nikitin Dheer), the divine couple of Lord Ram and Sita (Prachi Bansal) returns to Ayodhya.  Ahead of their return, Lord Ram sends Hanuman (Nirbhay Wadhwa) to deliver the news of them coming back to Ayodhya, hoping to see some hope and excitement among the residents. However, Hanuman notices that the residents are rather sad and worried wondering when their beloved divine couple will return. In the upcoming episodes, Ayodhya will be engulfed by the ominous shadow of Sahastramukhi Ravan, who darkens the city, making the residents anxious about the return of Lord Ram and Sita. Seeing the mood of the residents, Hanuman and Bharat (Nikhilesh Rathore) suggest that people should light diyas to dispel the darkness and negativity, bringing festivity to the city. Ayodhya then buzzes with ...

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the merger of media assets owned by Reliance Industries and the Walt Disney Company. Following this merger, Reliance's media empire will be valued at approximately ₹70,000 crore. The deal, initially announced six months ago, underwent intense scrutiny by the anti-trust regulator. During this period, several amendments were made to the agreement by the parties involved. The CCI's approval was granted only after these amendments were implemented. New entity to compete with major streaming companies Post-merger, Reliance Industries, led by Mukesh Ambani, will hold the majority stake in the newly formed venture. This new entity is set to compete with major streaming companies such as Sony, Netflix, and Amazon. It will also gain broadcasting rights to most sporting events in India, including significant cricket tournaments. The merger is expected to be completed within the next six months. Nita Ambani, wife of Mukesh Ambani, wil...

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took a jab at Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding his son, Jay Shah, becoming the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). In a post on the social media platform X, Banerjee wrote, "Union Home Minister Amit Shah ji, congratulations to you! Your son did not become a political leader but became the Chairman of the ICC. This is a much more important post than the posts of many political leaders. Your son has really become much more powerful. I really congratulate you for this great achievement of his." Jay Shah, currently the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is set to assume the role of ICC Chairman, making him the youngest cricket administrator to hold the position at just 35 years old. This marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time someone under the age of 57 will occupy the top post at the ICC. Historically, the ICC's leadership has been held by people much older. The fir...

Katni Police Station Video: The political atmosphere in Madhya Pradesh has intensified following the release of a controversial video from the Katni Government Railway Police (GRP) station. Madhya Pradesh Congress President Jitu Patwari has launched a scathing attack on the state government, led by CM Mohan Yadav.  Patwari announced his intention to visit Katni to meet the family of the victims involved in the incident. He emphasized that, despite the crime being a year old, its severity remains undiminished. He said, "The crime is not small." Patwari further criticized the ruling BJP government, accusing it of fostering an environment where atrocities against Dalits and tribals are commonplace. He condemned the actions of BJP leaders, alleging that they "urinate on Dalits and torture them."  Patwari also questioned the accountability of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, who also serves as the state's Home Minister, asking, "What has he done in this matter so far...

A recent controversy has emerged over the labeling of meals as "Hindu" and "Muslim" on Vistara Airlines flights, leading to heated discussions on social media. The issue was brought to light by a female passenger, Aarti Tikku Singh, who voiced her concerns about the airline's food labeling practices. A Passenger's Shock and Outcry Aarti Tikku Singh, who recently traveled on a Vistara flight from Srinagar to Jammu, expressed her dismay over the airline's practice of labeling vegetarian meals as "Hindu food" and non-vegetarian meals like chicken and mutton as "Muslim food." In a message shared on social media, she questioned the airline's rationale behind these designations, asking why it assumed all Hindus are vegetarians and all Muslims are non-vegetarians. Singh criticized the airline for imposing such labels and accused it of "communalizing" food choices. In response to this, Aarti deliberately chose to book both a ...

Pavel Durov, founder and CEO of Telegram, is facing legal charges in France related to various criminal activities conducted on his messaging platform. The French court alleges that Durov has failed to prevent the spread of child sexual abuse material, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities on Telegram. In an official statement, the Paris prosecutors accused Durov of refusing to provide documents requested by authorities. He faces charges for the "dissemination of images of minors in child pornography," drug trafficking, fraud, and money laundering.  The charges suggest that Telegram, under Durov's leadership, has been uncooperative with law enforcement, including his alleged refusal to assist in setting up wiretaps on criminal suspects. Additionally, the platform is accused of facilitating illegal transactions carried out by gangs and organized crime networks. Durov, who was arrested on Saturday, has been released on bail with specific conditions: he must remain ...