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Lulu is one of the happiest cats our staff has ever met.
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Lulu is one of the happiest cats our staff has ever met. She is 2 years old and sadly has seen three homes in that short time. At no fault of her own, she has made it back to the adoption center again. She loves other cats, dogs and all people. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations and microchipped. Call 843-645-1725 or email [email protected].
Echo is a new adorable face to our adoption center. He is good with other dogs and cats, enjoys going on walks and knows some commands. He is working with the training team on his leash skills and other skills. Call 843-645-1725 or email [email protected].
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The Week Ahead eNewsletter will return to its regular schedule beginning Monday.
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The Week Ahead eNewsletter resumes Monday
The Week Ahead eNewsletter will return to its regular schedule beginning Monday.
This eNewsletter is delivered to resident inboxes every Monday morning to help plan their week. All eNews Weekly subscribers automatically receive The Week Ahead.
Clubs and Groups eNewsletter returns
The deadline to send events for inclusion in the Clubs and Groups eNewsletter is Monday. The Clubs and Groups eNewsletter will resume beginning Jan. 13 on a limited publication schedule.
Instead of being released twice a month, the Clubs and Groups eNewsletter will only be published on the second Wednesday of the month until regular club and group activities resume. See eNews Weekly or www.SunCityHiltonHead.org for the Clubs and Groups eNewsletter submission guidelines.
Event tickets on sale now
Tickets for February events are on sale now at www.SunCityHiltonHead.org and at lifestyle services.
Get a glimpse of upcoming events in the eHappenings events calendar. To find it, log into the community website and scroll to the Happenings section. Then, click the event calendar button to view events scheduled in January and February. Events are open to Sun City residents only.
Hold onto double issue of SunSations
Residents are reminded to hold onto the December 2020/January 2021 combined issue of SunSations.
The next issue to be delivered will be the February issue, coming at the end of January. The latest issue is also available to read online at www.SunCityHiltonHead.org.
For questions about briefs, email [email protected].
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A Ridgeland Correctional Institution inmate died Jan. 5 of COVID-19 while he was hospitalized.
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A Ridgeland Correctional Institution inmate died of COVID-19 on Tuesday, prison officials said.
Charles Ellis Sr., 65, died at a local hospital, the South Carolina Department of Corrections said. Ellis, who had underlying medical conditions, tested positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 27 and was hospitalized that day.
The department said there have been 67 total COVID-19 cases at the prison as of Tuesday: 53 among inmates and 14 among staff members. Of those, 43 inmate and eight staff cases are active.
Ellis is the 35th inmate in the state corrections system to die of the virus, the department said. Statewide, 2,728 of 15,665 total inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 during the pandemic. There were 344 active inmate and 151 active staff cases as of Tuesday.
The department said it is working closely with the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control to ensure proper safety guidelines and protocols are being followed.
Tuesday’s death was the second reported in a week at the prison after Leonard Jones, 53, was found dead in his cell Dec. 29. The S.C. Law Enforcement Division is still investigating the death.
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South Carolina reported 33,659 new cases of the coronavirus in the week ending Sunday.
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South Carolina reported 33,659 new cases of the coronavirus in the week ending Sunday, up from 32,856 the week before of the virus that causes COVID-19.
South Carolina ranked No. 3 among the states where coronavirus was spreading the fastest on a per-person basis, a USA TODAY Network analysis of Johns Hopkins University data shows.
In the latest week the United States added 1,523,301 reported cases of coronavirus, a decrease of 11.1% from the week before. Across the country, nine states had more cases in the latest week than they did in the week before.
Testing has changed around the holidays, making comparisons difficult. Labs and testing sites closed. People traveled or prepared for the holidays instead of getting tested. Some counties and states didn't report data as quickly.
Within South Carolina, the worst weekly outbreaks on a per-person basis were in Williamsburg, Marion and Pickens counties. Adding the most new cases overall were Greenville County, with 4,236 cases; Richland County, with 2,486 cases; and Horry County, with 2,270.
Weekly case counts rose in 34 counties from the previous week. The worst increases from the prior week's pace were in Anderson, Richland and Orangeburg counties.
>> See how your community has fared with recent coronavirus cases
The share of South Carolina test results that came back positive was 13.6% in the latest week, compared with 16% in the week before, a USA TODAY Network analysis of COVID Tracking Project data shows. In the latest week, 247,323 tests were administered; a week earlier, that figure was 205,158.
Experts say it is important to look at the share of tests that come back positive, not just case counts, to get a better idea of whether the rate of new infections is changing or if differences in testing are playing a role.
The World Health Organization says places should be conducting enough tests to have fewer than 5% coming back positive. Places where the percentage is higher could struggle to complete contact tracing soon enough to prevent spread of the virus.
Across South Carolina, cases fell in 12 counties, with the best declines in Greenville, Spartanburg and Beaufort counties.
In South Carolina, 426 people were reported dead of COVID-19 in the week ending Sunday. In the week before that, 342 people were reported dead.
A total of 388,184 people in South Carolina have tested positive for the coronavirus since the pandemic began, and 6,237 people have died from the disease, Johns Hopkins University data shows. In the United States 23,933,368 people have tested positive and 397,574 people have died.
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Dave Granlund on the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
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More and more Americans than ever are taking to the road for a family trip or a vacation. Many Americans would rather drive than fly.
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Believe it or not, the classic American road trip is not a thing of the past. More and more Americans than ever are taking to the road for a family visit or a vacation. Many Americans would rather drive than fly. The lure of the road is an undeniable one and seems to be embedded in our makeup.
If you’re planning a road trip sometime in the future, here are some road trip tips to help you get the most from your experience.
Follow NewsGram on Twitter to stay updated about the World news.
Check your vehicle
It’s always a good idea to have your mechanic check your car over for a few basic things. Things would include the car’s fluid levels, tires, brakes, and anything else that might be a problem. Also important is for the spare tire to be correctly inflated. Make sure you carry extra wiper fluid with you and have jumper cables on hand.
If you’re worried about whether your car is up to the long trip, you might have to rethink your vacation plans. One option is to pick a destination where there’s plenty on offer and places to visit in the area.
Book an auto transport service with a company that specializes in shipping cars cross country. Fly to your vacation destination, and you’ll have suitable transport you can use to get around when you get there.
Have a loose plan
When you’re driving long distances, it’s challenging to avoid long delays. They are, unfortunately, almost inevitable. Road works and traffic congestion are all part and parcel of traveling on the road. There might also be some states or areas you want to avoid.
Once you’ve decided which routes and interstates you want to take, research rest stops and gas station options.
Clean your car before and during your trip
Of course, it’s going to be tempting to leave candy wrappers, take-away boxes, and other paraphernalia under your seat. Dog hair on the back seat is also not going to be a problem, surely? Let’s tell you, after a few days, you may find such flotsam and jetsam rather annoying.
An accumulation of junk and other minor detritus will soon drive you mad when you’re spending most of the day in the car.
Spend time cleaning your car, outside but mostly inside. Make it your mission to keep the chaos to a minimum.
Get off the highways
If you’re heading out for a road trip, there’s little point in hitting the roads to see the country if you don’t spend some of your time exploring the back roads. William Least Heat-Moon named these back roads “blue highways.”
If you haven’t got the time to read his book, you can always take advantage of a feature introduced by Google Maps. There’s an “avoid highways” checkbox on Google Maps that provides alternative routing for anyone looking to avoid highways.
Anticipate the trouble spots
You’re likely to be grinding out long miles on your road trip. It’s also not hard to find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time. A couple of examples include driving the long bridges to Key West on a Friday afternoon of the Memorial Day weekend or trying to cross the Hudson River during rush hour. Do some research, and you should be able to avoid them.
Preload your phone with some entertainment
Listening to local radio as you drive along is not as enjoyable as it once was. If you’ve got long hours of driving ahead of you, you’ll need something else to keep you and your passengers entertained. Tap into your collection of music using a streaming site such as Spotify or Pandora. Alternatively, listen to your favorite audiobook or podcast.
Think about the division of labor
If you’re traveling as a group or family, it’s a good idea to divvy up things that need to be done during the trip. There will be someone good at navigating, someone who’s great at planning meals. Divvying up the tasks means things will get done efficiently and to the satisfaction of all.
ALSO READ: Travel Can Make You More Happier Than Others
Join a roadside rescue service
If road trips are a common occurrence, there will come a time when you find yourself stranded on the side of the road, in the middle of nowhere. Having an 800-number you can call that immediately ties you into approved local tow services and mechanics will save lots of hassle.
Take your documents with you
Traveling without current documentation such as license, registration, or insurance could bring a world of hurt, should you get pulled over for any reason. If you’ve got any outstanding traffic or parking tickets, it might be a good idea to clear them up before you travel.
Follow these road-tripping tips, and your journey will be memorable in a good way. Here’s wishing you many enjoyable miles on the road.
(Disclaimer: The article is sponsored and hence promotes few commercial links)
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The Dell's mobile app will strengthen the existing NCD IT system's suite of six applications for accredited social health activists.
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Dell Technologies in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and Tata Trusts on Tuesday announced they have developed a mobile application for the management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) at the government primary health centers (PHCs) across the country.
The mobile app will strengthen the existing NCD IT system’s suite of six applications for accredited social health activists (ASHAs), auxiliary nurse midwifes (ANMs), doctors, program managers, and health officials in the government.
Follow NewsGram on Twitter to stay updated about the World news.
“We believe in transforming lives with technology and aim to impact 1 billion lives globally by 2030. Our ongoing association with MoHFW and Tata Trusts is to work towards advancing healthcare conditions and supporting our communities with the right infrastructure,” Alok Ohrie, President and Managing Director, Dell Technologies India, said in a statement.
ALSO READ: Modi: India Will Start Largest Vaccination Programme Soon
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, stroke, diabetes, and heart disease account for 63 percent of mortality in India. One in four people in India is at risk of dying from an NCD before reaching the age of 70, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). “We look forward to creating more awareness about NCDs, support our healthcare workers with the right tools and help them in the fight against NCDs,” Ohrie said.
The NCD IT mobile app system supports the Government of India’s ambitious population-based screening (PBS) and management of NCDs under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS). (IANS)
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The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is one of the most powerful mantras that addresses Lord Shiva. It is very significant in erasing all the negatives.
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Significance and Benefits of Chanting The Powerful “Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra”
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Lord Mahadev (Shiva) is one of the principal deities of Hinduism. There are a lot of ways to worship him as mentioned in the ancient Vedas and Puranas. Chanting a mantra is the most powerful way to connect with the supreme being! When it concerns Mahadev, then there are a lot of mantras that one can chant to connect with him, and each one of them has its own benefit. Today, I would like to briefly talk about one of his divine mantras- The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra!
The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra of Lord Shiva is not simply a mantra in the Sanskrit language, but it also cures one’s physical wellbeing and aligns one’s emotional and mental peace with one’s health!
The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is one of the most powerful mantras that addresses Lord Shiva. It is very significant in erasing all the negatives from one’s existence and is believed to promote the longevity of human life.
It is often said, that when one chants this mantra four times before going for important work, then one will be able to do his/her work with the full potential as it will cast off all the negativity and will surround the environment with positivity. Ideally, this mantra should be chanted 108 times to bring out the utmost benefit!
The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra:
ॐ त्र्य॑म्बकं यजामहे सु॒गन्धिं॑ पुष्टि॒वर्ध॑नम् ।
उर्वारुकमिव बन्ध॑नान् मृ॒त्योर्मुक्षीय॒ मा ऽमृता॑त् ।
The Sanskrit text of the mantra reads:
oṃ tryambakaṃ yajāmahe sugandhiṃ puṣṭi-vardhanam
urvārukam iva bandhanān mṛtyor mukṣīya mā ‘mṛtāt
Meaning of the Maha Mritunjaya Mantra:
We worship the one who has three eyes, who is fragrant, and who nourishes all the existences.
Like the fruit falls off from the bondage of the stem, may we be liberated from death, from mortality.
Now, I will present to you a few benefits of chanting the powerful Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra:
It will help you to conquer fear:
Sometimes the clouds of fear may surround a human being which fills their life with distress, suffering, and lack of self-confidence. Most of the time people even fear their own death!
It is said that to overcome any kind of fear, Lord Mahadev (Shiva) himself gave humanity the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra! Whenever there is stress, grief, or illness, or when fear of death intrudes in awareness, this divine mantra can be chanted for healing, for maintaining vitality, and for gaining courage!
When courage or determination are blocked, it rises up to overcome obstacles. It awakens a healing force that reaches deep into the body and mind.
It will help you to overcome any illness:
This mantra has the power to attract the healing forces of the universe, thus, it is very effective to help the health of a person suffering from any kind of illness. This mantra can be chanted 108 times sitting next to a sick person to seek Mahadev’s blessings for the person’s good health and long life!
It is said that chanting this mantra is ideal in producing positive vibrations that support the healing process in one’s body and restoring back good health.
It will help you to channelize your inner potential:
The Maha Mrityunjaya mantra pervades the whole universe, and so, human beings. The mantra helps you bring one’s physical, mental, and emotional state all in place; all aligned with one another.
One of the main reasons why this mantra is so powerful and significant is because it helps the human body connect with the inner self, thereby also providing spiritual upliftment. The mantra aims at warding off evils like jealousy, greed, low-self esteem and will boost up utmost confidence in you.
It will help you to have an undisturbed sleep:
This mantra is very much beneficial for those who are bad sleepers and often get nightmares. Chanting of this pious mantra either before going to bed or at the beginning of the day can put their mind at peace and also help them to have an undisturbed sleep!
It will always render protection to you:
Regular chanting of the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra can help one battle illness, accidents, calamities, or any unexplained situations. It is believed that if one religiously chants this mantra, then Lord Mahadev creates a protective shield around that person Which protects him/her from sudden death and bestows health, wealth, and peace.
ALSO READ: 5 Motivating Lessons From The Pious Srimad Bhagavad Gita
NOTE: You can chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra anytime and anywhere! Chanting of this mantra can protect you from all the problems and sufferings in your life! Do it for own self, your family, dear ones, and the whole world!
May Lord Mahadev protect you and help you overcome all the obstacles of your life and uplift your life condition to achieve the impossible!
Har Har Mahadev!
Written By: Kashish Rai (Twitter: @KaafyyFilmyy)
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Almost 90 per cent of the road accidents are caused due to human error, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said.
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People must be sensitised about ensuring road safety and obeying traffic rules as almost 90 per cent of the road accidents are caused due to human error, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said on Monday.
Presiding over the virtual inaugural function of national road safety month here, he said the theme of road safety was related to the life of every human being. Therefore, the road safety month was important to sensitise the masses.
He said the state is committed to making roads safer, adding that continuous efforts are required to reduce the hazards of road accidents by involving communities and stakeholders in various awareness activities on road safety.
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Thakur also felt the need for active participation of the general public, voluntary organisations, Panchayati Raj institutions, local bodies and related departments to make this campaign a big success.
Thakur said that special training must be imparted to drivers to make them sensitive regarding road safety, especially while driving school buses and professional vehicles, so as to bring about changes in their behaviour.
The state government had taken several necessary steps for improving the black spots on the roads to mitigate the accidents. The government is taking all necessary measures to conduct awareness campaigns for citizens to sensitise the public about the safety measures, he said.
The Chief Minister said that the Public Works Department and the National Highway Authority of India must ensure that the roads are built by ensuring proper gradients and better quality. The authorities must not wait for accidents to declare any part of the road as black spot, but act pro-actively to remove the blind curves at the earliest.
At present, the Chief Minister said, there are 12.75 lakh driving licence holders in the state, including 82,325 women. Special efforts should be made to make them sensitive about road safety and their participation in this campaign should be ensured.
ALSO READ: Here’s Why People Experience Abdominal Pain While Consuming Certain Foods!
Later, the Chief Minister honoured Himachal Road Transport Corporation driver Seema Thakur from Solan district and woman commercial vehicle driver Poonam Negi from Kinnaur district.
He also honoured good samaritans Manmohan from Kalpa, Rai Singh from Poanta Sahib and Rajender Kumar from Arki for helping road accident victims. (IANS)
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Skin loses its firmness and elasticity due to these factors. Skincare becomes essential. Aging of skin comprises of intrinsic and extrinsic factors.
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BAP Technique: A New Approach Towards Skincare
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Aging of skin comprises of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. The intrinsic factors are genetic. The extrinsic factors include sun exposure, pollution, unhealthy diet, inadequate sleep, stress, lack of exercise, poor lifestyle, pollution and imbalance of hormones. Skin loses its firmness and elasticity due to these factors. Skincare becomes essential.
Cosmetic Dermatologists adopt various techniques to turn back the clock and make one look youthful. While a popular approach employs the technique of relaxing wrinkle causing muscles, other procedures work to lend more hydration to thinning skin or volume to sunken areas on the face. Effectively, they serve to address the overt signs of ageing. However, researchers and experts have continued to explore ways that can address more than just the symptoms of ageing and boost skin’s regeneration ability at the root.
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The Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique, pioneered by dermo-aesthetic major IBSA Derma, is one the latest advancements in this direction, says Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist Dr. Jaishree Sharad. Dr Sharad is the only Indian to be Board of Director of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery and aesthetic dermatology.
However, before coming to this technique we need to understand the key role Hyaluronic acid plays in keeping skin youthful and how delivering it at strategic points into the multiple layers of the dermis achieves remarkable anti-ageing effects.
Hyaluronic acid: the potent anti-ageing weapon
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a substance found naturally in the skin. With its ability to retain water and its elasticity, HA plays a crucial role in maintaining hydration and volume of skin tissues and ensure healthy existence of other structural proteins such as collagen and elastin. Age related depletion or degradation of skin’s natural HA reserves are a major reason for the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the skin, Dr Sharad, who has been practising in Mumbai for the past 20 years, points out.
“With aging, the ratio between different collagen types changes. Along with it, the skin’s turnover rate also diminishes, resulting in lacklustre appearance and signs of ageing. The depletion of HA also results in physiological alterations of keratinocytes and fibroblasts — two crucial cell types that play a pivotal role on skin regeneration. A healthy interplay between fibroblasts and keratinocytes enables the process of healing and regeneration of the epidermal barrier layer of the skin.”
Hyaluronic acid therefore plays a central role in ensuring a healthy composition of skin components as well as a healthy skin regeneration response. This knowledge has led to HA becoming a key element of skincare and anti-ageing regimes in recent years. From serums to topical skin creams to fillers and injectables, HA is today used in a multitude of skincare products. Its ability to induce lubrication and healthy inflammatory response also makes HA useful for wound healing and maintaining joint health.
BAP technique for skin bio-remodelling
Dr Sharad, who authored the book ‘Bestseller Skin Rules’, says: “The technique called Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) is specifically designed for Profhilo at the IBSA laboratories by a team of experts. While most HA-based dermal fillers use the Hyaluronic Acid to give hydration, volume to the skin and fill up lines and folds, IBSA Derma has taken its use a step ahead with its brand Profhilo that uses a skin bio-remodelling approach through the BAP technique.”
The Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique identifies 5 strategic points on facial skin to deliver intradermal injections of HA for best anti-ageing results. These 5 injection points are anatomically receptive areas of the face with an absence of large vessels and nerve branches, therefore, minimizing the risks of any adverse effect and maximizing the diffusion of the product in the cheeks, she points out. “Profhilo can also be injected in the neck strategically to tighten the skin in the neck region. The BAP protocol includes two treatments one month apart.”
Traditional bio stimulation shows several limitations including the need for many injections, greater patient discomfort, increased possibility of bruising, protocol requiring many treatment sessions, and greater time commitment for the patient. However, compared to this, the new BAP technique using new generation hyaluronic acid complexes achieves several advantages: only 5 injection sites per side of the face, reduced pain (slow injection), less chance of bruising and hematoma, fewer treatment sessions and better patient compliance, Dr Sharad says.
ALSO READ: Latest Study Suggests Digestive Tract Bacteria Affects Severity of COVID infections in The Body
The skin bio-remodelling procedure uses a highly pure hyaluronic acid without any cross linking, making it closest to the substance found in nature. The result is also more natural and effective with anti-ageing action unleashed at the source of ageing, rather than just on the surface, she adds.
Can it be done in people with hypertension, diabetes, hypothyroidism, liver disorders etc? Yes, answers the expert. “It is not harmful and the only side effect may be an occasional bruise in those on blood thinners and the bruise lasts for about a week.” (IANS)
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"Aging of skin comprises of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. The intrinsic factors are genetic. The extrinsic factors include sun exposure, pollution, unhealthy diet, inadequate sleep, stress, lack of exercise, poor lifestyle, pollution and imbalance of hormones. Skin loses its firmness and elasticity due to these factors. Skincare becomes essential.\nCosmetic Dermatologists adopt various techniques to turn back the clock and make one look youthful. While a popular approach employs the technique of relaxing wrinkle causing muscles, other procedures work to lend more hydration to thinning skin or volume to sunken areas on the face. Effectively, they serve to address the overt signs of ageing. However, researchers and experts have continued to explore ways that can address more than just the symptoms of ageing and boost skin’s regeneration ability at the root.\nPlease Follow NewsGram on Facebook To Get Latest Updates!\nThe Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique, pioneered by dermo-aesthetic major IBSA Derma, is one the latest advancements in this direction, says Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist Dr. Jaishree Sharad. Dr Sharad is the only Indian to be Board of Director of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery and aesthetic dermatology.\nHowever, before coming to this technique we need to understand the key role Hyaluronic acid plays in keeping skin youthful and how delivering it at strategic points into the multiple layers of the dermis achieves remarkable anti-ageing effects.\nHyaluronic acid: the potent anti-ageing weapon\nHyaluronic Acid (HA) is a substance found naturally in the skin. With its ability to retain water and its elasticity, HA plays a crucial role in maintaining hydration and volume of skin tissues and ensure healthy existence of other structural proteins such as collagen and elastin. Age related depletion or degradation of skin’s natural HA reserves are a major reason for the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the skin, Dr Sharad, who has been practising in Mumbai for the past 20 years, points out.\n“With aging, the ratio between different collagen types changes. Along with it, the skin’s turnover rate also diminishes, resulting in lacklustre appearance and signs of ageing. The depletion of HA also results in physiological alterations of keratinocytes and fibroblasts — two crucial cell types that play a pivotal role on skin regeneration. A healthy interplay between fibroblasts and keratinocytes enables the process of healing and regeneration of the epidermal barrier layer of the skin.”\nHyaluronic acid therefore plays a central role in ensuring a healthy composition of skin components as well as a healthy skin regeneration response. This knowledge has led to HA becoming a key element of skincare and anti-ageing regimes in recent years. From serums to topical skin creams to fillers and injectables, HA is today used in a multitude of skincare products. Its ability to induce lubrication and healthy inflammatory response also makes HA useful for wound healing and maintaining joint health.\nBAP technique for skin bio-remodelling\nDr Sharad, who authored the book ‘Bestseller Skin Rules’, says: “The technique called Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) is specifically designed for Profhilo at the IBSA laboratories by a team of experts. While most HA-based dermal fillers use the Hyaluronic Acid to give hydration, volume to the skin and fill up lines and folds, IBSA Derma has taken its use a step ahead with its brand Profhilo that uses a skin bio-remodelling approach through the BAP technique.”\nThe Bio Aesthetic Points (BAP) technique identifies 5 strategic points on facial skin to deliver intradermal injections of HA for best anti-ageing results. These 5 injection points are anatomically receptive areas of the face with an absence of large vessels and nerve branches, therefore, minimizing the risks of any adverse effect and maximizing the diffusion of the product in the cheeks, she points out. “Profhilo can also be injected in the neck strategically to tighten the skin in the neck region. The BAP protocol includes two treatments one month apart.”\nTraditional bio stimulation shows several limitations including the need for many injections, greater patient discomfort, increased possibility of bruising, protocol requiring many treatment sessions, and greater time commitment for the patient. However, compared to this, the new BAP technique using new generation hyaluronic acid complexes achieves several advantages: only 5 injection sites per side of the face, reduced pain (slow injection), less chance of bruising and hematoma, fewer treatment sessions and better patient compliance, Dr Sharad says.\nALSO READ: Latest Study Suggests Digestive Tract Bacteria Affects Severity of COVID infections in The Body\nThe skin bio-remodelling procedure uses a highly pure hyaluronic acid without any cross linking, making it closest to the substance found in nature. The result is also more natural and effective with anti-ageing action unleashed at the source of ageing, rather than just on the surface, she adds.\nCan it be done in people with hypertension, diabetes, hypothyroidism, liver disorders etc? Yes, answers the expert. “It is not harmful and the only side effect may be an occasional bruise in those on blood thinners and the bruise lasts for about a week.” (IANS)",
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A study has revealed that religious people are making use of some of same tools that psychologists have effective in increasing well-being.
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A new study has revealed that religious people are making use of some of the same tools that psychologists have systematically identified as effective in increasing well-being and protecting against distress, anxiety and depression.
Religious people look for positive ways of thinking about hardship, a practice known to psychologists as “cognitive reappraisal.”They also tend to have confidence in their ability to cope with difficulty, a trait called “coping self-efficacy.”
Both have been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, said the team from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in the US. “This suggests that science and religion are on the same page when it comes to coping with hardship,” said Florin Dolcos, a professor of psychology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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The research was prompted in part by earlier studies demonstrating that people who are religious tend to use a coping strategy that closely resembles cognitive reappraisal.
For example, when somebody dies, a religious person may say, ‘OK, now they are with God,’ while someone who isn’t religious may say, ‘Well, at least they are not suffering anymore.
In both cases, the individual finds comfort in framing the situation in a more positive light, said Dolcos in a paper published in the Journal of Religion and Health. To reach this conclusion, the researchers recruited 203 participants with no clinical diagnoses of depression or anxiety.
Fifty-seven of the study subjects also answered questions about their level of religiosity or spirituality. The researchers asked participants to select from a series of options describing their attitudes and practices. The researchers also evaluated participants’ confidence in their ability to cope and asked them questions designed to measure their symptoms of depression and anxiety.
“If we are just looking at the relationship between religious coping and lower anxiety, we don’t know exactly which strategy is facilitating this positive outcome,” said study co-author Sanda Dolco.
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“The mediation analysis helps us determine whether religious people are using reappraisal as an effective way of lessening their distress.” The study should be of interest to clinical psychologists working with religious clients.
“I hope this is an example of where religion and science can work together to maintain and increase well-being,” Florin said. (IANS)
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"A new study has revealed that religious people are making use of some of the same tools that psychologists have systematically identified as effective in increasing well-being and protecting against distress, anxiety and depression.\nReligious people look for positive ways of thinking about hardship, a practice known to psychologists as “cognitive reappraisal.”They also tend to have confidence in their ability to cope with difficulty, a trait called “coping self-efficacy.”\nBoth have been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, said the team from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in the US. “This suggests that science and religion are on the same page when it comes to coping with hardship,” said Florin Dolcos, a professor of psychology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.\nPlease Follow NewsGram on Twitter To Get Latest Updates!\nThe research was prompted in part by earlier studies demonstrating that people who are religious tend to use a coping strategy that closely resembles cognitive reappraisal.\nFor example, when somebody dies, a religious person may say, ‘OK, now they are with God,’ while someone who isn’t religious may say, ‘Well, at least they are not suffering anymore.\nIn both cases, the individual finds comfort in framing the situation in a more positive light, said Dolcos in a paper published in the Journal of Religion and Health. To reach this conclusion, the researchers recruited 203 participants with no clinical diagnoses of depression or anxiety.\nFifty-seven of the study subjects also answered questions about their level of religiosity or spirituality. The researchers asked participants to select from a series of options describing their attitudes and practices. The researchers also evaluated participants’ confidence in their ability to cope and asked them questions designed to measure their symptoms of depression and anxiety.\n“If we are just looking at the relationship between religious coping and lower anxiety, we don’t know exactly which strategy is facilitating this positive outcome,” said study co-author Sanda Dolco.\nALSO READ: Tech Review (Realme Watch S Pro): Convienient and Affordable Smartwatch Under 10K\n“The mediation analysis helps us determine whether religious people are using reappraisal as an effective way of lessening their distress.” The study should be of interest to clinical psychologists working with religious clients.\n“I hope this is an example of where religion and science can work together to maintain and increase well-being,” Florin said. (IANS)",
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In 2003, WordPress began with its plug-in based architecture and came out with consistent updates with always the desirable as well as expectation fulfilling features for its customers.
It is one of the most loved open-source CMS that works on Php language and demands no thorough knowledge to use it from its users.
It is 2021 today, and we have come through numerous changes, advancements, competitors, and have gathered a handful of statistics about them that could reveal the figures for its popularity as well as the reason why it is the most loved development platform for beginners and many experts too.
How popular WordPress is?
Irrespective of the size of an entrepreneur, either small, micro, medium, large, or even a mass producer has its name over the users of WordPress today.
35%
W3Tech says, more than 35% of the entire website across the internet is built in WordPress. Can you even imagine how big is that figure, having more than 20 competitors around the closest vicinity, and many others beyond them. It is a dominating win over them covering almost one-third of the global diaspora alone.
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60 million users
WordPress itself stated that over 60 million of the users chose WordPress as their source of developing their website. With this figure, WordPress has come way far from where it has started just with simpler plugins and mediocre performance.
And today, it has the world’s one of the largest communities behind it as a support and as a library for its loving developers.
Community size & celebrities into it
WordPress community covers about 38% of all the websites and with that, it has some of the real big names involved in it like Forbes, Samsung, The New York times, including some famous celebs too that have their home production built on WordPress like Kobe Bryant, etc.
Forum & Blog support
WordPress supports more than 65 languages in its forum and is known to have more non-English users than English users in it. Recently, it has come to know that the English users have now surpassed the non-English users from the credible sources of the WordPress community itself.
6 Continents & 65 Countries
Through events and camps that any organization sponsors for its marketing with the purpose to spread its wings across the world, WordPress has touched 6 continents out of the 7 which is a milestone to set for other development platforms.
Not only this, according to the figures revealed at one of the WordCamp conferences, WordPress has been successful in withdrawing the skilled developers from more than 65 countries yet over its more than 900 conferences held across the globe.
50,000+ plugins
With more than 50k plus plugins, WordPress has crossed the figure of a billion for their downloads and is yet increasing exponentially with no sign of any stoppage nearby. Its directory or library as we mentioned above, is increasing day by day with an increasing number of plugins as well as community members that include almost everyone from each generation and level of development skills.
WooCommerce is often misinterpreted as a framework but it is an open-source plugin only with an identity of itself. The identity of the most popular plugins out of fifty-four thousand plugins to be precise or close enough.
Themes
Having first introduced themes in 2005, WordPress today has crossed the number figure of 5000 that too for free themes only. Also, it is a fact that every year it launches one new theme that brings the whopping attention of its customers back to it altogether.
WordPress also is known to reveal its own facts and figures with a mind-blowing context.
One of those about the themes and that is: ‘There had been a month in 2018 in which the users across the world had changed their pre-existing themes for a check may be and chosen for a different theme for their website more than 2 million times. That is a number for a month only.
Give an idea of how many times a user usually does that in a year and how many options WordPress has to serve its users.
Apart from a huge bunch of free plugins, there are more than 6000 premium plugins too with overwhelming interface layout and designs.
Make sure to hire dedicated developer for your business website so that you may get even better control over some customization that WordPress offers over the paid plugins.
Cost of themes
WordPress has almost every theme under the range of $100. That’s the most impressive fact and a reason behind WordPress’s enormous user base that it has plenty of free plugins already and then when it comes to the paid ones, they are economic enough for almost every average income pupil as well.
By 2021
If we want to make an idea for WordPress’s performance today, we can envisage it by noticing that more than 500 websites per day are developed in WordPress only all over the world.
It is a matter of thought, first of all, to know that if 500 websites are built on WordPress only, then how many in total websites are being built all across the world including other platforms for development.
The Enterprise industry and businesses are almost dominating the world with the online implementation of ideas. WordPress development companies are supporting this growth and transformation of the enterprise world into the digitally supported enterprise world.
Its Updates
WordPress has come out with more than 20 updates to date since its introduction into the development world. With more than 16 million downloads from unique users and that too has around one-fourth of the portion has downloaded the latest version already.
This agility in its users simply means that WordPress has a long way to go yet, and has not lost its charm inside the users. Especially the beginners love this the most because of its user-friendly interface and quick responsiveness.
Conclusively, WordPress in 2021 still has the same dominance over the IT sector. Its development community and forum size are growing in an exponential manner having more than 130 million blogs per month produced by the users.
It has acquired multiple times of popularity and userbase than its competitors i.e. Drupal and Joomla.
If you too have an impressive idea which you think may have the potential to convert your life upside down but are waiting for a platform to transform it into a website, you should not wait and immediately opt for WordPress as it is one of the easiest ever platforms anyone could get for its business website development.
ALSO READ: Here’s Why India Needs To Catch Up With The Global Bitcoin Trend
Author’s Bio: Scarlett is a technical content writer and is associated with A3logics for over a couple of years. She has a keen interest in professional IT services and is often found struggling with some unique topics for her upcoming projects. She is often found discussing the latest developments with the technical team. When not working on any of her writing projects, she is either reading any of the Agatha Christie mysteries or busy gardening.
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Can you even imagine how big is that figure, having more than 20 competitors around the closest vicinity, and many others beyond them. It is a dominating win over them covering almost one-third of the global diaspora alone.\nPlease Follow NewsGram on Facebook To Get Latest Updates!\n60 million users\nWordPress itself stated that over 60 million of the users chose WordPress as their source of developing their website. With this figure, WordPress has come way far from where it has started just with simpler plugins and mediocre performance.\nAnd today, it has the world’s one of the largest communities behind it as a support and as a library for its loving developers.\nCommunity size & celebrities into it\nWordPress community covers about 38% of all the websites and with that, it has some of the real big names involved in it like Forbes, Samsung, The New York times, including some famous celebs too that have their home production built on WordPress like Kobe Bryant, etc.\nForum & Blog support\nWordPress supports more than 65 languages in its forum and is known to have more non-English users than English users in it. Recently, it has come to know that the English users have now surpassed the non-English users from the credible sources of the WordPress community itself.\n6 Continents & 65 Countries\nThrough events and camps that any organization sponsors for its marketing with the purpose to spread its wings across the world, WordPress has touched 6 continents out of the 7 which is a milestone to set for other development platforms.\nNot only this, according to the figures revealed at one of the WordCamp conferences, WordPress has been successful in withdrawing the skilled developers from more than 65 countries yet over its more than 900 conferences held across the globe.\n50,000+ plugins\nWith more than 50k plus plugins, WordPress has crossed the figure of a billion for their downloads and is yet increasing exponentially with no sign of any stoppage nearby. Its directory or library as we mentioned above, is increasing day by day with an increasing number of plugins as well as community members that include almost everyone from each generation and level of development skills.\nWooCommerce is often misinterpreted as a framework but it is an open-source plugin only with an identity of itself. The identity of the most popular plugins out of fifty-four thousand plugins to be precise or close enough.\nThemes\nHaving first introduced themes in 2005, WordPress today has crossed the number figure of 5000 that too for free themes only. Also, it is a fact that every year it launches one new theme that brings the whopping attention of its customers back to it altogether.\nWordPress also is known to reveal its own facts and figures with a mind-blowing context.\nOne of those about the themes and that is: ‘There had been a month in 2018 in which the users across the world had changed their pre-existing themes for a check may be and chosen for a different theme for their website more than 2 million times. That is a number for a month only.\nGive an idea of how many times a user usually does that in a year and how many options WordPress has to serve its users.\nApart from a huge bunch of free plugins, there are more than 6000 premium plugins too with overwhelming interface layout and designs.\nMake sure to hire dedicated developer for your business website so that you may get even better control over some customization that WordPress offers over the paid plugins.\nCost of themes\nWordPress has almost every theme under the range of $100. That’s the most impressive fact and a reason behind WordPress’s enormous user base that it has plenty of free plugins already and then when it comes to the paid ones, they are economic enough for almost every average income pupil as well.\nBy 2021\nIf we want to make an idea for WordPress’s performance today, we can envisage it by noticing that more than 500 websites per day are developed in WordPress only all over the world.\nIt is a matter of thought, first of all, to know that if 500 websites are built on WordPress only, then how many in total websites are being built all across the world including other platforms for development.\nThe Enterprise industry and businesses are almost dominating the world with the online implementation of ideas. WordPress development companies are supporting this growth and transformation of the enterprise world into the digitally supported enterprise world.\nIts Updates\nWordPress has come out with more than 20 updates to date since its introduction into the development world. With more than 16 million downloads from unique users and that too has around one-fourth of the portion has downloaded the latest version already.\nThis agility in its users simply means that WordPress has a long way to go yet, and has not lost its charm inside the users. Especially the beginners love this the most because of its user-friendly interface and quick responsiveness.\nConclusively, WordPress in 2021 still has the same dominance over the IT sector. Its development community and forum size are growing in an exponential manner having more than 130 million blogs per month produced by the users.\nIt has acquired multiple times of popularity and userbase than its competitors i.e. Drupal and Joomla.\nIf you too have an impressive idea which you think may have the potential to convert your life upside down but are waiting for a platform to transform it into a website, you should not wait and immediately opt for WordPress as it is one of the easiest ever platforms anyone could get for its business website development.\nALSO READ: Here’s Why India Needs To Catch Up With The Global Bitcoin Trend\nAuthor’s Bio: Scarlett is a technical content writer and is associated with A3logics for over a couple of years. She has a keen interest in professional IT services and is often found struggling with some unique topics for her upcoming projects. She is often found discussing the latest developments with the technical team. When not working on any of her writing projects, she is either reading any of the Agatha Christie mysteries or busy gardening.\n(Disclaimer: This article is sponsored, and hence promote links of commercial interest.)",
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Unusually rising mercury owing to long dry spells is not going down well for Shimla hills residents as they say there is a noticeable change in weather.
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If the chill in the plains of northern India runs down your spine these days, travel to the hills in Himachal Pradesh where the sun is shining brightly. The reason is less humidity in the hills compared to the plains where the sun is largely fogged out. Manmohan Singh, the Director of the India Meteorological Department here, told IANS on Wednesday that the hill stations in the state currently have more pleasant weather owing to longer duration of sunshine compared to the plains.
“The maximum and minimum temperatures in most of the places in Himachal Pradesh are high due to prevailing dry weather and no foggy conditions,” he explained.
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The humidity level of 70 percent or more causes fog. In the plains, he said, it is close to 100 percent. However, in the hills, it’s between 30 and 40 percent. According to him, Shimla’s humidity level was 32 percent whereas it was 86 percent in Chandigarh, which is located in the plains. He said the dry weather conditions in the hill state would continue at least for over a week.
In Shimla, which is located around 7,000 feet above sea level, the minimum temperature on Wednesday was 5.7-degree Celsius, while in Chandigarh, which is located in the foothills of the lower Shivaliks, it was also 5.7-degree Celsius. The maximum temperature in Shimla and Chandigarh was 18.4-degree Celsius and 11.1-degree Celsius, respectively, meaning the plains were colder than the hills.
“What a pleasant sun in Shimla compared to the bone-chilling cold of Delhi where a dense layer of fog engulfs the city almost throughout the day,” said Ankit Dubey, a tourist.
His wife Silky added: “In Delhi, the sun is a luxury these days. So it is better to be in the hills where the weather is dry and you can enjoy long sunny days.” The minimum temperature in another hill destination, Dharamsala, the seat of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, was 3.6-degree Celsius, whereas the popular tourist spot of Manali, where nearby hills are wrapped up in a white blanket, saw a low of one degree Celsius.
In Punjab’s Amritsar and Ludhiana, the minimum temperature was 3.5 and 3.8-degree Celsius, respectively, while it was 1.4-degree Celsius in Haryana’s Narnaul, the coldest in both the states. Delhi woke up to a bone-chilling cold of 3.2-degree Celsius on Wednesday as a dense layer of fog engulfed the national capital. Likewise, a thick blanket of fog enveloped many places of both Punjab and Haryana.
Hill stations like Kasauli, Chail, Kufri, Narkanda, Palampur, and Manali are bright, sunny, and perfect for a break from the dismal winter weather of the plains. The weatherman attributed the rise in temperature in the hills too long, sunny days that kept the minimum and maximum temperatures up by several notches.
However, unusually rising mercury owing to long dry spells is not going down well for Shimla residents as they say there has been a noticeable change in the climatic conditions of the town in the past 20-25 years.
ALSO READ: A Curated List Of Mini-Vacations On Long Weekends Throughout The Year
“Now the snow is going missing from Shimla’s landscape,” remarked Subhash Gupta, a former government employee settled in the town since 1960. “Earlier, most of our family members preferred to migrate to the lower hills from December onwards owing to extreme cold conditions. Now, the locals have almost stopped migration. In fact, a chunk of tourists have started coming here in the winter months,” he said.
Another resident, Prem Lal Negi, said that Shimla in recent years has hardly experienced heavy snow. “Earlier, you couldn’t stay without a heating system in the entire Shimla. Now, it is required only at the highest points of the town like Jakhu,” he added. Environmentalists blame deforestation and the rise in vehicular pollution for the change in Shimla’s extreme climatic conditions. (IANS)
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"If the chill in the plains of northern India runs down your spine these days, travel to the hills in Himachal Pradesh where the sun is shining brightly. The reason is less humidity in the hills compared to the plains where the sun is largely fogged out. Manmohan Singh, the Director of the India Meteorological Department here, told IANS on Wednesday that the hill stations in the state currently have more pleasant weather owing to longer duration of sunshine compared to the plains.\n“The maximum and minimum temperatures in most of the places in Himachal Pradesh are high due to prevailing dry weather and no foggy conditions,” he explained.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nThe humidity level of 70 percent or more causes fog. In the plains, he said, it is close to 100 percent. However, in the hills, it’s between 30 and 40 percent. According to him, Shimla’s humidity level was 32 percent whereas it was 86 percent in Chandigarh, which is located in the plains. He said the dry weather conditions in the hill state would continue at least for over a week.\nIn Shimla, which is located around 7,000 feet above sea level, the minimum temperature on Wednesday was 5.7-degree Celsius, while in Chandigarh, which is located in the foothills of the lower Shivaliks, it was also 5.7-degree Celsius. The maximum temperature in Shimla and Chandigarh was 18.4-degree Celsius and 11.1-degree Celsius, respectively, meaning the plains were colder than the hills.\n“What a pleasant sun in Shimla compared to the bone-chilling cold of Delhi where a dense layer of fog engulfs the city almost throughout the day,” said Ankit Dubey, a tourist.\nHis wife Silky added: “In Delhi, the sun is a luxury these days. So it is better to be in the hills where the weather is dry and you can enjoy long sunny days.” The minimum temperature in another hill destination, Dharamsala, the seat of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, was 3.6-degree Celsius, whereas the popular tourist spot of Manali, where nearby hills are wrapped up in a white blanket, saw a low of one degree Celsius.\nIn Punjab’s Amritsar and Ludhiana, the minimum temperature was 3.5 and 3.8-degree Celsius, respectively, while it was 1.4-degree Celsius in Haryana’s Narnaul, the coldest in both the states. Delhi woke up to a bone-chilling cold of 3.2-degree Celsius on Wednesday as a dense layer of fog engulfed the national capital. Likewise, a thick blanket of fog enveloped many places of both Punjab and Haryana.\nHill stations like Kasauli, Chail, Kufri, Narkanda, Palampur, and Manali are bright, sunny, and perfect for a break from the dismal winter weather of the plains. The weatherman attributed the rise in temperature in the hills too long, sunny days that kept the minimum and maximum temperatures up by several notches.\nHowever, unusually rising mercury owing to long dry spells is not going down well for Shimla residents as they say there has been a noticeable change in the climatic conditions of the town in the past 20-25 years.\nALSO READ: A Curated List Of Mini-Vacations On Long Weekends Throughout The Year\n“Now the snow is going missing from Shimla’s landscape,” remarked Subhash Gupta, a former government employee settled in the town since 1960. “Earlier, most of our family members preferred to migrate to the lower hills from December onwards owing to extreme cold conditions. Now, the locals have almost stopped migration. In fact, a chunk of tourists have started coming here in the winter months,” he said.\nAnother resident, Prem Lal Negi, said that Shimla in recent years has hardly experienced heavy snow. “Earlier, you couldn’t stay without a heating system in the entire Shimla. Now, it is required only at the highest points of the town like Jakhu,” he added. Environmentalists blame deforestation and the rise in vehicular pollution for the change in Shimla’s extreme climatic conditions. (IANS)",
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The UP government is trying to change the lifestyle of rural women in the state. The sugarcane department has been training these women on the 'Bud Chip'.
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The Uttar Pradesh government is trying to change the lifestyle of rural women in the state. The sugarcane department has been training these women on the ‘Bud Chip’ method for cane plantation, to make them self-reliant.
The ‘Bud Chip’ technology reduces the mass and enables quick multiplication of seeds. This method has proved to be more economical and convenient than the traditional method of planting two to three bud sets. The returns are relatively better, with substantial savings on the seed material used for planting.
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At least 812 women self-help groups (SHGs) have been constituted across 36 districts in the state till date, where 9,117 women entrepreneurs have been trained by them.
According to officials, 3.51 crore seedlings have been planted by the SHGs till now.
The Yogi Adityanath government has rolled out two initiatives — ‘Mission Shakti’, which lays emphasis on respect towards women and making them self-reliant and ‘Kisan Kalyan Mission’ for the overall development of farming by increasing the income of farmers.
There is a directive by the state government that special importance should be given to women farmers for strengthening the ‘Mission Shakti’ campaign.
ALSO READ: SpaceX Cargo Dragon Spacecraft To Transport More Science Back To Earth
During the course of these campaigns, sugarcane nurseries could also be set up on the lawns or kitchen garden of people’s houses. (IANS)
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"The Uttar Pradesh government is trying to change the lifestyle of rural women in the state. The sugarcane department has been training these women on the ‘Bud Chip’ method for cane plantation, to make them self-reliant.\nThe ‘Bud Chip’ technology reduces the mass and enables quick multiplication of seeds. This method has proved to be more economical and convenient than the traditional method of planting two to three bud sets. The returns are relatively better, with substantial savings on the seed material used for planting.\nPlease Follow NewsGram on Facebook To Get Latest Updates!\nAt least 812 women self-help groups (SHGs) have been constituted across 36 districts in the state till date, where 9,117 women entrepreneurs have been trained by them.\nAccording to officials, 3.51 crore seedlings have been planted by the SHGs till now.\nThe Yogi Adityanath government has rolled out two initiatives — ‘Mission Shakti’, which lays emphasis on respect towards women and making them self-reliant and ‘Kisan Kalyan Mission’ for the overall development of farming by increasing the income of farmers.\nThere is a directive by the state government that special importance should be given to women farmers for strengthening the ‘Mission Shakti’ campaign.\nALSO READ: SpaceX Cargo Dragon Spacecraft To Transport More Science Back To Earth\nDuring the course of these campaigns, sugarcane nurseries could also be set up on the lawns or kitchen garden of people’s houses. (IANS)",
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We have put together some simple tips that you can implement so that you get the absolute best from your HP Printers for the best printing possible.
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If you own an HP printer or are thinking of getting one then you are probably excited by the prospect of owning a quality machine that will last for many years. However, many people don’t use their printer properly and end up either having to replace it sooner than they would have expected or not getting the full capabilities from it because they are not aware of what it does.
We have put together some simple tips that you can implement so that you get the absolute best from your machine and your HP ink. Take a look below at how easy they are and look forward to the best printing possible.
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Use Greyscale
One great tip to best use your printer is to take advantage of the greyscale printing option. Many people avoid using this because they think that their printing will be too faint or hard to read when in reality, greyscale was created as a way to print draft copies of your documents quickly without using too much ink.
When it is time to print a document, choose the greyscale choice in the color options, and then watch as your document prints at speed. We love greyscale for drafts that need to be worked on and also any documents that are not official and do not need to look bright and colorful.
Keep It Maintained
Another important part of using an HP printer properly is to keep it well maintained and clean at all times. This does not need to be difficult because HP offers a printer head cleaning program that can be run once every few months to keep the internal workings in good condition.
In addition to the internal maintenance, it is essential that you clean the outside of your printer every week to stop dust building up and clogging the machine. Do not ever reach into the machine with a cloth as you may risk damaging it, just stick to the easy to reach areas. It’s also vital that you do not store things on or around the printer so that it can work without interruption.
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Install High-Quality Ink
Many HP owners believe that to use their machines properly they must only ever buy genuine ink replacements. However, cartridges for HP printers are expensive, and finding a cheaper and more suitable alternative is often important.
Choosing an ink replacement service like Smart Ink will give you access to high-quality ink without the expensive price tag. That means that your 952 XL ink or similar could be over 50% cheaper than you normally pay, resulting in you enjoying more printing for your money every time.
Print Their Worksheets
Our final tip for using your HP printer properly is to use some of the great additional features that come with it. There is a wide range of pre-designed worksheets and print-outs that you can use to play games, organize things, or get the right type of paper for your child’s homework.
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If your HP printer offers this service, you will find it in the menu area and can choose how many to print, which style you want, and whether you want to print in greyscale or not. It’s a great feature that is underused because consumers don’t tend to know about it.
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"If you own an HP printer or are thinking of getting one then you are probably excited by the prospect of owning a quality machine that will last for many years. However, many people don’t use their printer properly and end up either having to replace it sooner than they would have expected or not getting the full capabilities from it because they are not aware of what it does.\nWe have put together some simple tips that you can implement so that you get the absolute best from your machine and your HP ink. Take a look below at how easy they are and look forward to the best printing possible.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nUse Greyscale\nOne great tip to best use your printer is to take advantage of the greyscale printing option. Many people avoid using this because they think that their printing will be too faint or hard to read when in reality, greyscale was created as a way to print draft copies of your documents quickly without using too much ink.\nWhen it is time to print a document, choose the greyscale choice in the color options, and then watch as your document prints at speed. We love greyscale for drafts that need to be worked on and also any documents that are not official and do not need to look bright and colorful.\nKeep It Maintained\nAnother important part of using an HP printer properly is to keep it well maintained and clean at all times. This does not need to be difficult because HP offers a printer head cleaning program that can be run once every few months to keep the internal workings in good condition.\nIn addition to the internal maintenance, it is essential that you clean the outside of your printer every week to stop dust building up and clogging the machine. Do not ever reach into the machine with a cloth as you may risk damaging it, just stick to the easy to reach areas. It’s also vital that you do not store things on or around the printer so that it can work without interruption.\nWant to read more in Hindi? Checkout: फेसबुक में अब यूजर्स को मिलेगा हार्डवेयर सुरक्षा कुंजी का विकल्प\nInstall High-Quality Ink\nMany HP owners believe that to use their machines properly they must only ever buy genuine ink replacements. However, cartridges for HP printers are expensive, and finding a cheaper and more suitable alternative is often important.\nChoosing an ink replacement service like Smart Ink will give you access to high-quality ink without the expensive price tag. That means that your 952 XL ink or similar could be over 50% cheaper than you normally pay, resulting in you enjoying more printing for your money every time.\nPrint Their Worksheets\nOur final tip for using your HP printer properly is to use some of the great additional features that come with it. There is a wide range of pre-designed worksheets and print-outs that you can use to play games, organize things, or get the right type of paper for your child’s homework.\nALSO READ: Report: Global App Spending Time Grew By 35%\nIf your HP printer offers this service, you will find it in the menu area and can choose how many to print, which style you want, and whether you want to print in greyscale or not. It’s a great feature that is underused because consumers don’t tend to know about it.\n(Disclaimer: The article is sponsored, and hence promotes some commercial links.)",
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Ayushmann says a big film should make people ponder, raise important questions and offer solutions that matter to society.
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Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been tagged as a risk-taker who picks high-concept films that become hits at the box office, as well as trigger conversations. He says he has never picked a film based on budget, scale, or mounting.
“I have never chosen a film basis its budget, scale, or mounting. For me, these aren’t the only important factors for a film to be perceived as a big film. I have only chosen films basis the bigness and uniqueness of its content,” Ayushmann said.
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For Ayushmann, a “big film” should “trigger conversations on a national level”, and also “pull people into discussing issues that concern them”.
Ayushmann says a big film should make people ponder, raise important questions and offer solutions that matter to society. He said: “I have always seen bigness through this lens and I’m happy with how I have selected my films because I have a personal ambition to do the best films that my industry is producing.” As an entertainer, Ayushmann relates to films that are fresh, clutter-breaking, and at the same time highly entertaining.
ALSO READ: Ayushmann Khurana Is Committed To End Violence Against Children
“Through my films, I would like to have a conversation with everyone about topics that are taboo, that people are not comfortable addressing despite it being important and are a little off-center. Honestly, I relate to these subjects much more because they are unique, multi-layered, and offer something fresh to audiences,” he said.
Ayushmann added: “Today, the audience only wants to see new, clutter-breaking content and, as an entertainer, my goal is to constantly try and wow them.” (IANS)
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Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has reminisced about his journey in 2020, saying what stays with him is the unsaid power to do more.
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Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has reminisced about his journey in 2020, saying what stays with him is the unsaid power to do more.
Abhishek posted a video capturing his professional journey in the year gone by.
“2020….A year with so much to cherish, learn and remember… One can try to put it in a video but what stays with me is that unsaid power to do more. Here’s wishing everyone a Happier, Safer & better New Year,” Abhishek wrote.
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Abhishek will next be seen in “Bob Biswas”, a spin-off of the 2012 hit, “Kahaani” that was directed by Sujoy Ghosh and starred Vidya Balan.
“Bob Biswas” marks the directorial debut of Diya Annapurna Ghosh. The film also stars Chitrangda Singh.
ALSO READ: Not Having Expectations From New Year Best Way To Move Into It, says Manoj Bajpayee
In the spin-off, Abhishek’s look has been created keeping in mind that of noted Bengali cinema actor Saswata Chatterjee, who had played the character of the serial killer, Bob Biswas, in “Kahaani”. (IANS)
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Hyderabad, a hub of innovation, has been selected for setting up a Science and Technology Cluster, an initiative of the PM-STIAC
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Hyderabad, a hub of innovation, has been selected for setting up a Science and Technology Cluster, an initiative of the Prime Minister’s Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC).
To be led by Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad (RICH), the cluster was formally launched by Telangana’s Industry and Information Technology Minister K.T. Rama Rao and Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Prof K. Vijay Raghavan on Friday. It aims to bolster nationwide scientific collaboration in the innovation hub of the country.
The Principal Scientific Adviser has proposed the establishment of mega S&T clusters in four cities that have strong organizations, institutions, and industries focused on science and technology – Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi-National Capital Region, and Pune.
These S&T clusters are a means to encourage scientific enterprise and to push individual institutional excellence towards collective performance.
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“The goal of PM-STIAC is to develop a futuristic roadmap for science and technology in India. Creation of mega clusters that leverage the local science and technology expertise will pave the way for faster and more efficient deployment of scientific outcomes. We believe that the new Hyderabad cluster will enable and empower patents, products, and profits while solving problems that afflict society,” said Vijay Raghavan.
He noted that India has retained its position as the most innovative country among the Central and South Asian countries. It is also the world’s third-largest start-up hub and continues to grow at a steady pace. With continuing state and central government support, India has the potential to vault to the top of this list.
Telangana, the youngest state in India, has one of the highest growth rates in the country due to its focus on innovation in all sectors, and from all constituents. Hyderabad has, therefore, been chosen as one of the cities for setting up a mega S&T cluster.
Housing the nation’s largest bio-cluster, Genome Valley, which is a group of roughly 200 companies, it is also the ‘Pharma Capital of India’ contributing to about 35 percent of the country’s pharmaceutical output. It is also the ‘Seed Capital of India’ and one of the largest digital technology hubs. It houses over 60 government, multinational, and private research institutions.
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: बनारस के वैज्ञानिक ने बनाया इंटेलिजेंस जूता, बॉर्डर पर रोकेगा घुसपैठ, चलाएगा गोली
“The creation of the Hyderabad Cluster, driven by RICH, will help discovery and invention in the labs to move to implementation, promising to change the lives of the citizens. We are looking to help launch at least 5 large impactful companies over a period of the next 5-7 years, which will benefit millions, generate wealth, and create over 100,000 jobs across the country. Longer-term, our goal is to make Telangana the best Centre of Excellence for Lifesciences, Agriculture, and Digital Technology,” said Rama Rao.
The creation of the S&T clusters aims to solve complex local challenges by creating networks between diverse stakeholders ranging from national research and academic institutions, industries, associations, startups, civil society entities, state governments, and central ministries, by providing innovative solutions that transform lives.
The formation of the Hyderabad S&T mega cluster will strengthen the available body of knowledge and drive innovation for addressing key problems at the city and state levels.
“At the Hyderabad Cluster, we will foster multi-disciplinary research and entrepreneurship to build a more prosperous and equitable future for all. We will work with MSMEs, startups, researchers, and the industry to rapidly commercialize promising ideas. The vision is to make Hyderabad the best science startup hub that will become the #1 destination for science startups,” said RICH Director General Ajit Rangnekar.
ALSO READ: SpaceX Cargo Dragon Spacecraft To Transport More Science Back To Earth
RICH has fostered collaboration between entities in its core focus sectors of aerospace and defense, food and agriculture, and life sciences for an effective innovation ecosystem. RICH has also expanded its operations into allied fields such as sustainability – with a focus on renewable energy and waste management – and emerging technology. (IANS)
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Study indicates the kind of bacteria found in a person’s digestive tract can affect the severity of coronavirus infections and the body’s immune response.
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A new study indicates the kind of bacteria found in a person’s digestive tract can affect the severity of coronavirus infections and the body’s immune response.
The study, conducted by researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and published Monday in the medical journal Gut, shows there is growing evidence that the health of the human gastrointestinal tract, or gut, has direct influence on the immune system and hence its response to infections like the coronavirus.
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The researchers examined 100 patients who had tested positive and divided them by the severity of their cases. Through blood and stool testing, the researchers compared the microbiome in their tracts with patients without coronavirus infections.
Across the board, the microbiome makeup differed significantly between patients with and without COVID-19. Dr. Siew Ng, one of the authors of the study, said they found “COVID-19 patients lack certain good bacteria known to regulate our immune system.” The presence of an abnormal assortment of gut bacteria, or dysbiosis, can persist after the virus is gone and prolong symptoms. COVID-19 is the illness caused by the coronavirus.
Ng said her team developed an oral formula of “good” bacteria — known as probiotics — which they gave to the patients. The study showed that more COVID-19 patients who received the probiotics “achieved complete symptom resolution,” and developed neutralizing antibodies to the virus.
ALSO READ: Know Why WhatsApp Has Deffered its New Data Privacy Policy!
Other researchers who have reviewed the research say more study is needed to determine whether the altered gut bacteria found in the COVID-19 patients is an effect of the disease or was already present in the patients and was an underlying cause of the disease development. (VOA)
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New film Kisaan of Sonu Sood was announced on Monday, amid the ongoing farmers' protest. The film will be directed by E. Niwas
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New film Kisaan of Sonu Sood was announced on Monday, amid the ongoing farmers’ protest. The film will be directed by E. Niwas and backed by screenwriter-director Raaj Shaandilyaa.
Sharing his best wishes for team Kisaan, veteran Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan tweeted: “All good wishes to film #Kisaan, directed by #ENiwas and acted by @SonuSood.”
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Sonu responded to Big B’s tweet with a message that reads: “Thank you so much, sir.”
The project was also confirmed by trade analyst Taran Adarsh on Twitter on Monday: “IT’S OFFICIAL… SONU SOOD IN #KISAAN… #SonuSood will head the cast of #Kisaan… Directed by E Niwas… Raaj Shaandilyaa – who made his directorial debut with #DreamGirl – will produce the film… Balance cast will be announced shortly.”
ALSO READ: Mohan Bhagwat To Release Book on Gandhi
Sonu recently launched a book recounting his experience of helping migrant workers during the Covid lockdown. Titled “I Am No Messiah”, the book is written in the first person, revealing the emotional challenges the actor faced while extending help. (IANS)
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While purchasing an inverter for your home, prefer reliable brands like Luminous that offer a range of inverters with the latest technology.
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Irregular power supply or frequent power cuts are prevalent across India- be it the urban areas or the small villages. Such situations can be challenging to manage daily chores, making a power backup system crucial for homes. An inverter is an ideal choice for your home, as it offers an uninterruptable power supply to run equipment during such a failure.
Today, many inverters are available in the market. You can buy the best inverter based on your power backup needs. There are certain factors that you should keep in mind while buying an inverter, like battery type, battery capacity; it is essential to choose a quality product. Reliable brands like Luminous offer a vast selection on their website that allows you to check inverter prices online from the comfort of your home; they offer the best inverters created using the latest technology.
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An inverter comes to your rescue when you face power fluctuation at home. It supplies an adequate amount of electricity to your home appliances. It is essential to understand the power requirements of your home to choose an inverter. These requirements vary from home to home. In addition to checking the inverter price online, some other key factors are involved in the selection.
We have enlisted such factors that will help you to select the best inverter for your home-
Power Requirement
You should know the power requirements of your home, as it is one of the critical factors for choosing an inverter that is best for you. Calculate the daily usage of your electrical appliances and equipment which you want to run during a power failure. It may include your kitchen equipment, fan, CFL/LED lights, television, and tube lights. Your total power requirement will be the sum of power consumed by all equipment at home. This is peak load. Now, mostly all the devices would not be running simultaneously whenever there is a power cut, figure out the devices that you would want to simultaneously run during a power outage, this value gives an average running load.
Inverter Capacity
Once you have calculated the peak load and the average running load in watts, convert it into VA. The capacity of a home inverter typically ranges between 600VA to 1500VA. To know your VA output, you can divide the average running load with the power factor. Power factor can be defined as the efficiency of an inverter operating at 0.8 pf.
It is advisable to purchase your inverter with a higher VA rating to keep a larger room for expansion in load subsequently.
Battery Type and Capacity
A battery is the heart of your inverter. The life and performance of your inverter will depend upon the quality and type of battery you choose. The battery of your inverter is responsible for providing power backup, which is expressed in Ah (Ampere Hours). Battery capacity ranging between 80 Ah to 220 Ah is required for homes depending upon the time for which the backup is required. There are 3 types of batteries available Flat plate, tubular, and SMF. Flat plate batteries are more affordable, tubular batteries have a longer life and better efficiency whereas SMF batteries don’t require maintenance.
Inverter Output
The output of your inverter differs for a pure sine wave, quasi sine wave, and square wave. You should know which type of waveform has to get optimum efficiency. It is advisable to invest in a pure sine wave inverter for better performance of your home appliances like washing machine, refrigerator, AC, kitchen appliances, and TV. If you want to run light electrical equipment at home, like fans and lights, you can opt for a square wave inverter. Sine wave inverters supply grid-like power to home appliances whenever there is a power failure and are a little expensive than similar rated square wave inverter. Reputable brands like Luminous provide a range of the best inverters in all waveforms to cater to your needs.
ALSO READ: MSMEs Must Inculcate New Technologies And Solutions
Features
With technological advancements, the inverter got an upgrade too. From smart inverters, which can be connected to smartphones via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technology to advanced digital display which shows the real-time information of backup time and battery charging time, it has improved a lot. There are security features like the Input MCB, which protect against short circuit and Mains bypass switch which helps to bypass inverter if there is a fault in inverter without charging the wiring connections. Choose the inverter which is best suited for your needs.
Choose the Best Inverter for Home
It is important to consider these factors while buying an inverter for your home. While purchasing an inverter for your home, prefer reliable brands like Luminous that offer a range of inverters with the latest technology. Besides checking the price online, you can explore their collection of a sine wave and square wave as per your need.
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"BY YASHVI JAIN\nIrregular power supply or frequent power cuts are prevalent across India- be it the urban areas or the small villages. Such situations can be challenging to manage daily chores, making a power backup system crucial for homes. An inverter is an ideal choice for your home, as it offers an uninterruptable power supply to run equipment during such a failure.\nToday, many inverters are available in the market. You can buy the best inverter based on your power backup needs. There are certain factors that you should keep in mind while buying an inverter, like battery type, battery capacity; it is essential to choose a quality product. Reliable brands like Luminous offer a vast selection on their website that allows you to check inverter prices online from the comfort of your home; they offer the best inverters created using the latest technology.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nAn inverter comes to your rescue when you face power fluctuation at home. It supplies an adequate amount of electricity to your home appliances. It is essential to understand the power requirements of your home to choose an inverter. These requirements vary from home to home. In addition to checking the inverter price online, some other key factors are involved in the selection.\nWe have enlisted such factors that will help you to select the best inverter for your home-\nPower Requirement\nYou should know the power requirements of your home, as it is one of the critical factors for choosing an inverter that is best for you. Calculate the daily usage of your electrical appliances and equipment which you want to run during a power failure. It may include your kitchen equipment, fan, CFL/LED lights, television, and tube lights. Your total power requirement will be the sum of power consumed by all equipment at home. This is peak load. Now, mostly all the devices would not be running simultaneously whenever there is a power cut, figure out the devices that you would want to simultaneously run during a power outage, this value gives an average running load.\nInverter Capacity\nOnce you have calculated the peak load and the average running load in watts, convert it into VA. The capacity of a home inverter typically ranges between 600VA to 1500VA. To know your VA output, you can divide the average running load with the power factor. Power factor can be defined as the efficiency of an inverter operating at 0.8 pf.\nIt is advisable to purchase your inverter with a higher VA rating to keep a larger room for expansion in load subsequently.\nBattery Type and Capacity\nA battery is the heart of your inverter. The life and performance of your inverter will depend upon the quality and type of battery you choose. The battery of your inverter is responsible for providing power backup, which is expressed in Ah (Ampere Hours). Battery capacity ranging between 80 Ah to 220 Ah is required for homes depending upon the time for which the backup is required. There are 3 types of batteries available Flat plate, tubular, and SMF. Flat plate batteries are more affordable, tubular batteries have a longer life and better efficiency whereas SMF batteries don’t require maintenance.\nInverter Output\nThe output of your inverter differs for a pure sine wave, quasi sine wave, and square wave. You should know which type of waveform has to get optimum efficiency. It is advisable to invest in a pure sine wave inverter for better performance of your home appliances like washing machine, refrigerator, AC, kitchen appliances, and TV. If you want to run light electrical equipment at home, like fans and lights, you can opt for a square wave inverter. Sine wave inverters supply grid-like power to home appliances whenever there is a power failure and are a little expensive than similar rated square wave inverter. Reputable brands like Luminous provide a range of the best inverters in all waveforms to cater to your needs.\nALSO READ: MSMEs Must Inculcate New Technologies And Solutions\nFeatures\nWith technological advancements, the inverter got an upgrade too. From smart inverters, which can be connected to smartphones via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technology to advanced digital display which shows the real-time information of backup time and battery charging time, it has improved a lot. There are security features like the Input MCB, which protect against short circuit and Mains bypass switch which helps to bypass inverter if there is a fault in inverter without charging the wiring connections. Choose the inverter which is best suited for your needs.\nChoose the Best Inverter for Home\nIt is important to consider these factors while buying an inverter for your home. While purchasing an inverter for your home, prefer reliable brands like Luminous that offer a range of inverters with the latest technology. Besides checking the price online, you can explore their collection of a sine wave and square wave as per your need.\n(Disclaimer: The article is sponsored, and hence promotes some commercial links.)",
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Currently, tresses fall and hair loss is #1 hair concern among millennials, along with usual suspects like dryness or damage.
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Winter weather isn’t the best for your hair, making it dry and brittle. The screen time doesn’t help hair fall woes either. It’s best to follow a routine that helps to keep your locks clean, moisturized, and shiny. Keeping this in mind the experts at Kerastase have created the Genesis collection, which is the first range from the brand to treat both kinds of hair-fall — at the root and from fiber breakage.
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Currently, tresses fall and hair loss is the #1 hair concern among millennials, along with the usual suspects like dryness or damage. And yet traditional hair-loss products represent only 8 percent of the market today! When young women search for solutions, they see medical products, mostly dedicated to men first.
ALSO READ: Bursting Myths About Hair Transplantation
There is no tresses-fall treatment made just for them associating beauty and efficiency. Kerastase listened to their concerns and responded with a modern solution to an age-old problem. Products hit the shelves in January 2021. (IANS)
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"Winter weather isn’t the best for your hair, making it dry and brittle. The screen time doesn’t help hair fall woes either. It’s best to follow a routine that helps to keep your locks clean, moisturized, and shiny. Keeping this in mind the experts at Kerastase have created the Genesis collection, which is the first range from the brand to treat both kinds of hair-fall — at the root and from fiber breakage.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nCurrently, tresses fall and hair loss is the #1 hair concern among millennials, along with the usual suspects like dryness or damage. And yet traditional hair-loss products represent only 8 percent of the market today! When young women search for solutions, they see medical products, mostly dedicated to men first.\nALSO READ: Bursting Myths About Hair Transplantation\nThere is no tresses-fall treatment made just for them associating beauty and efficiency. Kerastase listened to their concerns and responded with a modern solution to an age-old problem. Products hit the shelves in January 2021. (IANS)",
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Burnout and the stress of the pandemic (personal risk, financial uncertainty) appeared to diminish doctors overall work-life happiness.
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The Covid-19 pandemic has severely affected the mental and emotional well-being of doctors, with female physicians and those in critical care and infectious disease reporting among the highest rates of burnout during the pandemic, according to findings from a new report.
The ‘Death by 1,000 Cuts: Medscape National Physician Burnout and Suicide Report 2021’ shows that although burnout rates were stable from the previous year’s report, at 42 percent overall, the level in women increased from 48 percent to 51 percent during the pandemic, while burnout in male physicians overall remained unchanged from 2019.
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“Many women physicians are in families with children at home. It’s already known that women assume more responsibilities in the home than do men. The pressures have increased during Covid-19: having to be their child’s teacher during homeschooling; no childcare; and the grandparents can’t babysit. Those all bring enormous pressure and burdens. In addition, all doctors and nurses are worried about bringing the virus home to their families,” says US-based psychiatrist Carol Bernstein in the report.
Burnout and the stress of the pandemic (personal risk, social distancing, financial uncertainty) appeared to diminish physicians’ overall work-life happiness, with only 49 percent reporting they were happy in 2020 versus 69 percent pre-pandemic.
More than one-third reported feeling unhappy last year, compared with 19 percent in 2019. Shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE), difficult conditions, long hours, grief over losing patients, and watching patients’ families suffer added a layer of extreme stress and exhaustion for many frontline workers, suggests the report.
Nearly three-quarters of millennial physicians (25-39) and GenXrs (40-54) and two-thirds of boomers (55-73) said burnout has had a negative effect on their personal relationships, says the report based on responses from over 12,000 physicians. Burnout is described as long-term, unresolved, job-related stress leading to exhaustion, cynicism, detachment from job responsibilities, and lacking a sense of personal accomplishment.
ALSO READ: Doctors Talk About Challenges they Face During the Pandemic
Of the 20 percent of physicians who said they were depressed, one in five reported clinical depression, and more than two-thirds said they felt down (colloquial depression) during 2020. Of those reporting depression, 13 percent said they experienced suicidal thoughts, and 1 percent attempted suicide.
“More than one-third of all physicians who report depression say it leads them to be more easily exasperated with patients, 24 percent are less careful when taking patient notes and 15 percent said depression results in them making errors they would otherwise not make,” says the Medscape report. (IANS)
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The Free Library of Philadelphia offers a Virtual Moment of Pride each Wednesday as well as weekly virtual Drag Queen Storytimes, workshops, trivia.
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In 1965, four years before the Stonewall Riots in New York ignited the worldwide modern gay rights movement, a group of protesters began an annual July 4th pride march in front of Independence Hall in Philadelphia.
These “annual reminders” were demonstrations designed to remind the American people that many American citizens were denied the rights of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” promised in the Declaration of Independence. What started at Independence Hall evolved into a civil rights movement and since then, Philadelphia has been a seat of progress and activism for the LGBTQ community.
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The LGBTQ community in Philadelphia is a highly visible and important part of the city. There are many clubs, bars, lounges, bookstores, boutiques, restaurants, and shops in the Gayborhood, a section of Center City’s Washington Square District.
One can see rainbow flags adorning the street signs as well as incredible architecture and a charming community feel. Eat at an LGBTQ-owned restaurant in the Gayborhood and snap a photo by one of Philadelphia’s LGBTQ murals, including Mural Arts Philadelphia’s A Tribute to Gloria Casarez by Michelle Angela Ortiz and Pride and Progress by Ann Northrup.
Philadelphia is home to gay pride events, including OutFest, the largest National Coming Out Day festival in the world, history, and significant sites including Philly AIDS Thrift @ Giovanni’s Room the country’s first and oldest gay and lesbian book store.
Barbara Gittings Gay & Lesbian Collection at the Free Library of Philadelphia The “mother of the LGBTQ movement,” Barbara Gittings, spent most of her life in Philadelphia and edited the nation’s first lesbian publication. She worked to eradicate the classification of homosexuality as a mental illness.
The William Way Community Center Began as the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Philadelphia in 1974 to support and advocate for the LGBTQ community. In June 2020, as a result of restrictions due to COVID-19, Philadelphia’s wide array of Pride Month festivities have moved online. Several remote events include: Beyond the Bell Tours’ Pride-In-A-Box packages deliver Pride to your doorstep in the form of themed boxes packed with items from local LGBTQ+ businesses and exclusive access to online events such as virtual drag shows.
ALSO READ: Planning To Visit Seychelles Island, Dos And Don’ts To Keep In Mind
The Philly Pride Run Virtual 5K takes the pair of races that typically lead into the Pride Day Parade and moves them online, tasking runners with completing courses on their own terms anytime from June 14 through June 21 (with cash prizes on the line). Proceeds raised from registration and other donations go to the William Way Community Center.
The Free Library of Philadelphia offers a Virtual Moment of Pride each Wednesday as well as weekly virtual Drag Queen Storytimes, workshops, trivia, happy hours, and other online events. The region’s largest LGBTQ+ film festival, qFLIX Philly’s PrideFLIX, has moved its programming online, with five weeks’ worth of feature-length and short films, documentaries, and web series. (IANS)
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The Banker Who Crushed His Diamonds- The Yes Bank Story, a gripping tale of one of modern India's biggest banking failures and the man behind it all.
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Who is Rana Kapoor and, more importantly, what role did he play in the rise and fall of YES Bank?
On September 28, 2018, after announcing that he was going to step down as the managing director of YES Bank, Rana Kapoor had claimed: “Diamonds are forever. My promoter shares of YES Bank are invaluable to me.”
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However, in a span of just 14 months, Kapoor did a complete U-turn. He sold his entire stake in the bank, even as the shares continued to get hammered by investors. Rana Kapoor and Ashok Kapur had founded YES Bank in 2004. On March 5, 2020, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) took control of it in an attempt to avoid the collapse of the bank, which had an excessive amount of bad loans.
ALSO READ: Planning To Save Tax With ULIPs? Know This
In “The Banker Who Crushed His Diamonds” (Penguin), journalist Furquan Moharkan takes you right to the start of Rana Kapoor’s career as a banker, charting his meteoric rise, his mercurial personality, the lavish lifestyle, and the unraveling of it all.
Kapoor’s story runs parallel with that of the fourth largest private bank in India. In what feels like a story straight from a financial thriller, the book uncovers the rot deep within YES Bank’s glittering success story. It serves as much as a cautionary tale as it exposes the chink in India’s armor against financial chaos. It’s truly a gripping tale of one of modern India’s biggest banking failures and the man behind it all. (IANS)
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emphasized that India is entering into a decisive battle against Covid-19, as the country prepares for the Made in India vaccination drive from January 16.
Making the closing remarks at the meeting with the Chief Ministers on Covid vaccine roll-out, the Prime Minister said that the public representatives are not on the priority list and the first round of vaccines will be given to the frontline workers. He also said that the state governments will not have to pay for the first round of Covid vaccines as the Centre will bear the cost.
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“We have to continue creating public awareness, but the maximum awareness is required after the second and third round when we complete three crore vaccinations,” Modi said. “Public representatives are not on the priority list. Only the frontline and healthcare workers are on the list. The fight against coronavirus is an example of India’s federalism,” the Prime Minister said.
ALSO READ: Domestic Funds See Outflows After 5 Years
“India is entering into a decisive battle against Covid-19 and we should not let our guard down now. We are going to start the vaccination drive on January 16. It is a matter of pride for us that the two approved vaccines for Covid-19 are both Made in India,” Modi said.
The Prime Minister said that both the India origin vaccines are more cost-effective than any other vaccine in the world. “Apart from the two already approved vaccines, four others are in the pipeline. It will help us plan for the future in a better way. Our experts have taken all precautions to provide the countrymen with effective vaccines,” Modi said. The Prime Minister said that these vaccines are made keeping in mind the situation of the country. “In the second phase, people above 50 years of age will be vaccinated,” Modi said. (IANS)
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Researchers have found that the healing process that follows a brain injury -- from trauma to infection and stroke -- could spur tumour growth.
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Researchers have found that the healing process that follows a brain injury — from trauma to infection and stroke — could spur tumour growth.
“Our data suggest that the right mutational change in particular cells in the brain could be modified by injury to give rise to a tumour,” said Peter Dirks, Professor at the University of Toronto.
The finding, published in the journal Nature Cancer, could lead to a new therapy for glioblastoma patients who currently have limited treatment options with an average lifespan of 15 months after diagnosis, the researchers said.
“Glioblastoma can be thought of as a wound that never stops healing,” Dirks said. “We’re excited about what this tells us about how cancer originates and grows, and it opens up entirely new ideas about treatment by focusing on the injury and inflammation response,” he added.
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The researchers applied the latest single-cell RNA sequencing and Machine Learning (ML) technologies to map the molecular make-up of the glioblastoma stem cells (GSCs), which Dirks’ team previously showed are responsible for tumour initiation and recurrence after treatment.
They found new sub-populations of GSCs that bear the molecular hallmarks of inflammation and which are commingled with other cancer stem cells inside patients’ tumours. It suggests that some glioblastomas start to form when the normal tissue healing process, which generates new cells to replace those lost to injury, gets derailed by mutations — possibly many years before patients become symptomatic, Dirks said.
Once a mutant cell becomes engaged in wound healing, it cannot stop multiplying because the normal controls are broken and this spurs tumour growth, according to the study.
The team collected GSCs from 26 patients’ tumours and expanded them in the lab to obtain sufficient numbers of the rare cells for analysis. Almost 70,000 cells were analyzed by single-cell RNA sequencing, which detects what genes are switched on in individual cells — an effort led by Laura Richards, a graduate student in Pugh’s lab.
The data confirmed extensive disease heterogeneity, meaning that each tumour contains multiple sub-populations of molecularly distinct cancer stem cells, making recurrence likely as existing therapy is unable to wipe out all the different sub-clones.
A closer look revealed that each tumour has either of the two distinct molecular states – termed “Developmental” and “Injury Response” – or a gradient between the two. According to the researchers, the developmental state is a hallmark of the glioblastoma stem cells and resembles that of the rapidly dividing stem cells in the brain before birth.
ALSO READ: India Tourism Mart To Be Held In A Virtual Format
But the second state came as a surprise. The researchers termed it “Injury Response” because it showed an upregulation of immune pathways and inflammation markers such as interferon and TNFalpha, which are indicative of wound healing processes. (IANS)
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The BMC building, University of Mumbai Taj Mahal Hotel, the General Post Office, St Xaviers College are getting ready for heritage walk.
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The first batch of 15 excited, wide-eyed tourists entered the hallowed portals of the iconic Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) building – the headquarters of Asia’s richest civic body which administers India’s commercial capital – for the inaugural ‘Heritage Walk’ here on Saturday.
The tourists were accorded a warm welcome with flowers by Mayor Kishori Pednekar, the first two – Archana A. Nevrekar and Sitaram N. Shetty – were presented a memento, and all in the group were gifted a copy of the BMC’s 2021 calendar.
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“This is the first municipal corporation in the country to organize such a Heritage Walk. This initiative will boost tourism and also give Mumbai an identity as a tourist destination,” said BMC Municipal Commissioner I.S. Chahal.
In an aggressive bid to boost tourism, the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation and BMC came up with a joint proposal to conduct the Heritage Walk inside the 128-year-old BMC building.
Among the most recognizable landmarks of Mumbai, the building was built in the Victorian Gothic Revival style with golden beige basalt rock stones in 1893, by architect Frederick W. Stevens – who also designed the UNESCO World Heritage site Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, just opposite the BMC headquarters – said a civic official.
The BMC building was built on a 6,600-sq metre plot of land at a cost of almost Rs 11,20,000, below the estimated costs, and the construction work of the awe-inspiring monument was completed in less than 50 months.
The building has a 235-feet-tall tower, a 68-feet-long, 32-feet-wide, and 38-feet-high conference hall, where the elected city corporators sit and deliberate on the future of the city and its estimated 1.50 crore souls, ranging from among the richest in the world living in skyscrapers to the poorest pavement dwellers.
“The Heritage Walk in two batches includes visits to around 17 scenic spots with an expert guide appointed by the MTDC. Some of the sites include the BMC Main Dome, the Corporation Hall, the Standing Committee Hall, Inner Dome, the Mayor’s Office chambers, the Museum Tower, the duck fountain, the offices of various political parties,” the official said.
The initiative was inaugurated by Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra Congress President and Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat, state Tourism Minister Aditya Thackeray, and other dignitaries on Thursday.
“The architectural jewel of Mumbai’s administration is now open for visitors/tourists on weekends. It’s the fulfillment of a dream. We are also working on similar guided tours of the Bombay High Court, Gateway of India, Wankhede Stadium, and other landmarks in the city,” Aditya Thackeray said.
“Not only the people of Mumbai, but also people from other states, and foreign nationals can now get to see the majestic municipal building of the country’s leading city, and after viewing it, it will make both them and us feel proud,” Uddhav Thackeray remarked even as Pawar and Thorat admitted it was their own maiden visit to the BMC headquarters.
ALSO READ: Hard-Hitting Documentary Nails Chinese Misinformation On Virus
The weekend excursion – conducted by Bharat Gothoskar’s Khaki Tours – begins from BMC Gate No 2 and the tourists step inside to the main square inside the sprawling building, and from there they proceed to the landmarks hidden from public view, during the 60-90 minute Heritage Walk.
Besides the BMC building, some of the other eye-catching architectural marvels in south Mumbai built-in similar architectural styles include the University of Mumbai along with its iconic Rajabai Tower, Taj Mahal Hotel, the General Post Office, the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule (Crawford) Market, the Bombay High Court and Sessions Court, the DGP Headquarters, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum, St Xaviers College, Anjuman-i-Islam School, Wilson College, Elphinstone College, the Western Railway headquarters building, the David Sassoon Library, and the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum. (IANS)
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As the world appreciates New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s success in “flattening the curve”, a new study has revealed that countries led by women have not fared significantly better in the Covid-19 pandemic than those led by men.
While the researchers led by the University of Memphis in Tennessee in the US find some limited support for lower reported fatality rates in countries led by women, they are not statistically significant. To reach this conclusion, they examine national-level data for 175 countries around the world, accounting for Covid-19 infection and death rates, cultural traits, gender parity in the national assembly, and whether each country is led by a woman or a man.
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“In support of our argument, we find no statistically significant differences between Covid-19 fatality rates in countries run by women versus men unless we account for cultural factors,” said Leah C. Windsor from Department of Political Science, University of Memphis, in a paper published in the journal PLOS.
Specifically, they revealed that having a woman leader does not make a country fare better during the pandemic unless that country also has the cultural values that support female leadership.
“Given a position of leadership, women leaders are then better able to capitalize on particular cultural values than men, and more likely to turn those values into pandemic management successes than men leaders, while countries without those values fare worse, regardless of whether they are led by men or women”. The study is the first to comprehensively address the roles of women leaders and women legislators in mitigating the effect of the Covid-19 pandemic.
“The theory of the political double bind helps explain why women leaders in countries like New Zealand, Iceland, Germany, and Taiwan have garnered ubiquitous praise for their leadership, as they are excelling at deploying both masculine and feminine leadership traits during the pandemic,” the authors noted.
It is important to note that while some women chief executives have shown impressive governance during the Covid-19 crisis, this has not translated to statistically significant differences in decreasing the number of cases or deaths in their countries.
Early in the pandemic, for example, Belgium — then led by Sophie Wilmes — reported high numbers of Covid-19-related fatalities, in part because they were including deaths in nursing homes and suspected deaths as part of their official count.
ALSO READ: Study To Delve Deeper Into The Mindset Of Indian Women Towards Matchmaking
“It is possible that this inclusiveness, ensuring that every death counted and mattered, itself was a culturally relevant phenomenon and that leader gender amplified it,” the study noted. The number of women in parliament did not provide protections either. “These results need further disentangling, and suggest that we need to rethink our metrics about what success in the pandemic means, and which exemplars we should be following,” the authors noted.
The work suggests that leader gender does matter, but not necessarily in the ways highlighted by the current discussion. Public attention has focused on female chief executives, rather than the types of society-wide values and priorities that contextualize their leadership. “We find that the interaction between having a woman as a country leader and having certain country-level cultural features that encourage the provision of public goods also provide more protection against dying from Covid-19,” the authors explained. (IANS)
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Google has detailed eight facts on why reaching a workable Code is important but serious concerns with the current draft remain.
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As the News Media Bargaining Code triggers a bitter war between Google and the Australian government, the tech giant has detailed eight facts on why reaching a workable Code is important but serious concerns with the current draft remain.
Google said that it supports a fair Code but the current version remains unworkable.
“We believe that the concerns we and others have raised can be addressed with reasonable changes. We have proposed a solution that would see Google pay publishers for value under this new law — without breaking Google Search,” the company said in a statement.
Rod Sims, chair of the watchdog Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), said on Friday that Google and Facebook just don’t want the code to be implemented.
“Google and Facebook like to do things on their terms. I think the code does what it’s intended to do. It is workable. It allows for a process of negotiation we’ve seen these sorts of things work in the past where you’ve got negotiate-arbitrate regimes, so I think this is just something Google and Facebook don’t want,” he was quoted as saying in media reports.
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Google, however, said that the draft Code is unworkable for Google in three key areas: Paying news sites for snippets and links; an unfair and unprecedented arbitration process and giving 14 days algorithm notification to news publishers.
“Even if we could comply, that would delay important updates for our users and give special treatment to news publishers in a way that would disadvantage every other website owner,” Google lamented. According to Google, many others have raised concerns that paying for links and snippets would undermine the fundamentals of the free and open web.
This includes the Business Council of Australia; Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web and Scott Farquhar, co-founder of Australian tech company Atlasssian, among others.
“We’re proposing to pay publishers through Google News Showcase, not for links and snippets in Search. News Showcase is a licensing programme we’re investing AU$1.3 billion (US$1 billion) in globally over the next three years to help news businesses publish and promote their stories online,” the tech giant said. Google said the News Showcase would operate within this new law, with binding arbitration on News Showcase as a backstop to resolve any disputes.
“Google doesn’t ‘use’ news content. We sort through hundreds of billions of webpages to find the most relevant, useful results in a fraction of a second, and present them in a way that helps you find what you’re looking for — and then we take you to the source of that information,” the company emphasised.
Google said it is not the reason for the decline in newspaper revenue over time. “Google’s revenue growth was primarily from new money being spent by businesses that would previously not have spent money on advertising”.
ALSO READ: Himachali Farmers Set To Add Flavour To Indian Culinary Life Through Offering Home-Grown “Heeng”
The company once again reiterated that it has provided $53 billion in benefits to businesses and consumers in Australia each year. Facebook and Google have been engaged in a battle with the ACCC since August last year over the new media code.
Google on Friday threatened to pull its Search engine from Australia if a proposed media bargaining law, that directs Google to pay news publishers, goes into effect. (IANS)
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People are more inclined to follow the quarantine rules by observing their family and friends according to studies done by British Journal of Psychology.
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People are more likely to follow Covid-19 restrictions based on what their friends do, rather than their own principles, a new study suggests.
The findings indicated that the best predictor of people’s compliance to the rules was how much their close circle complied with the rules, which had an even stronger effect than people’s own approval of the rules.
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“Using social media to demonstrate to your friends that you are following the rules, rather than expressing outrage at people who aren’t following them could also be a more impactful approach,” said researcher Bahar Tuncgenc from the University of Nottingham in the UK.
For the study, published in British Journal of Psychology, the research team investigated the role that social networks might play in preventing the spread of Covid-19.
The team asked people from over 100 countries how much they, and their close social circle, approved of and followed the Covid-19 rules currently in place in their area.
The researchers found that people didn’t simply follow the rules if they felt vulnerable or were personally convinced. Most diligent followers of the guidelines were those whose friends and family also followed the rules.
Close circle’s compliance had an even stronger effect than people’s own approval of the rules, the researchers said. This discovery applied to all age groups, genders, countries and was independent of the severity of the pandemic and strength of restrictions.
ALSO READ: Patients With Inactive Cancer Are On Higher Risk Of Illness From Covid-19
The study also revealed that people who were particularly bonded to their country were more likely to stick to lockdown rules — the country was like family in this way, someone for whom one is willing to stick their neck out.
The findings also suggests that including experts in human and social behaviour is crucial when planning the next stages of the pandemic response, such as how to ensure that people comply with extended lockdowns or vaccination recommendations. (IANS)
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How you look, and feel are two key instigators to going about your daily life, says Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan. Read more here.
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How you look, and feel are two key instigators to going about your daily life, says Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan.
The actor has featured in a new digital campaign ‘Arrival of Don Beardo’, launched by men’s grooming brand Beardo. The campaign aims to inspire men to “hone their sexiness and irresistibility”.
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Hrithik says: “How you look and how you feel are two key instigators to going about your daily life.”
“What I like the most about the campaign is that it promotes being your true self. The campaign, in line with the core purpose of the products is to enhance confidence and seize the day, for yourself. I believe, it is a means for selfcare and Beardo as a brand is all about you, the person standing in front of the mirror. So, feel good, look good and set out to have a good day!”
Sujot Malhotra, CEO, Beardo says: “Conceptualising DON Beardo’s character was a very personal journey to us. We imagined him to be an epitome of everything we stand for – Alpha, intense, charismatic, suave, worthy, sexy, someone you look up to, yet are in awe of his power and he is always styled to kill (well not literally!).
ALSO READ: CAQM In Delhi To Set Artificial Intelligence For Air Quality Improvement
In simple words Don Beardo is a man; every man wants to be. Casting Hrithik in this campaign was a conscious decision as we felt he could imbibe all these qualitiesand portray them effortlessly on screen and we are overwhelmed by the results. We at Beardo are committed to celebrating men’s attractiveness & style. With the Arrival of Don Beardo, we make visualizing it, a real possibility.” (IANS)
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Individuals with PTSD tend to have disrupted patterns of brain connectivity, but research suggests they can exercise their brains to restore patterns.
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A “brain training” may be an effective treatment for individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), researchers say. The study, published in the journal Neurolmage: Clinical, indicates that neurofeedback, also called ‘brain training,’ — consists of exercises where individuals regulate their own brain activity — was effective in reducing symptoms of PTSD.
“Brain connectivity involves different parts of the brain communicating with each other and helps to regulate states of consciousness, thought, mood and emotion,” said researcher Ruth Lanius from the Western University in Canada.
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“Individuals with PTSD tend to have disrupted patterns of brain connectivity, but our research suggests they can exercise their brains to restore patterns to a healthy balance,” Lanius added.
Neurofeedback uses a system called a neurofeedback loop in which a person’s brain activity is measured through sensors placed on the scalp and displayed back to them using a computer interface. This allows the individual to complete exercises and visually see the results.
For the study, the team tested neurofeedback with a total of 72 participants, including 36 participants with PTSD and 36 healthy control participants. Of those with PTSD, 18 were randomized to participate in neurofeedback treatment while the other 18 acted as a comparison group. The study found that the severity of PTSD symptoms decreased in participants randomized to receive neurofeedback treatment.
ALSO READ: Repeated IV Ketamine Infusions May Reduce Symptom Severity in PTSD Patients, Says Study
After treatment, 61.1 percent of participants no longer met the definition for PTSD. This remission rate is comparable to gold standard therapies like trauma-focused psychotherapy. The research team also used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to capture brain scans of participants both before and after participation in the trial. They found that individuals with PTSD experienced positive changes in brain connectivity in the salience network and the default mode network following neurofeedback treatment.
“Neurofeedback could offer an accessible and effective treatment option for individuals with PTSD. The treatment is easily scalable for implementation in rural areas and even at home,” the researchers said. (IANS)
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The scientists found that healthcare workers who were exposed to the virus or who were at greater risk of infection because they were immunocompromised.
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Study: More Than Half Of Healthcare Workers Are At Risk For Mental Health
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Since the beginning of the pandemic, healthcare workers have shown remarkable resilience and professional dedication despite fear of becoming infected, but a new study suggests that more than half of Covid-19 healthcare workers are at risk for mental health problems.
The findings, published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, highlighted that doctors, nurses, and emergency responders involved in Covid-19 care could be at risk for one or more mental health problems, including acute traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, problematic alcohol use, and insomnia.
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“Although the majority of health care professionals and emergency responders aren’t necessarily going to develop PTSD, they are working under severe duress, day after day, with a lot of unknowns,” said the researcher, Andrew J. Smith from the University of Utah in the US.
“Some will be susceptible to a host of stress-related mental health consequences. By studying both resilient and pathological trajectories, we can build a scaffold for constructing evidence-based interventions for both individuals and public health systems,” Smith added.
ALSO READ: Here’s Why Battery Cells Used in Vapes, E-Cigarettes, Flashlights and Toys Can Kill You
For the study, the researchers surveyed 571 healthcare workers, including 473 emergency responders (firefighters, police, EMTs) and 98 hospital staff (doctors, nurses). Overall, 56 percent of the respondents screened positive for at least one mental health disorder. The prevalence for each specific disorder ranged from 15 percent to 30 percent of the respondents, with problematic alcohol use, insomnia, and depression topping the list.
In particular, the scientists found that healthcare workers who were exposed to the virus or who were at greater risk of infection because they were immunocompromised had a significantly increased risk of acute traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression. The researchers suggest that identifying these individuals and offering them alternative roles could reduce anxiety, fear and the sense of helplessness associated with becoming infected. (IANS)
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The lack of fatty acid leads to a loss of the metabolic sensors that activate T cells, that mediate the immune system's response to infectious disease.
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Lack Of Fatty Acid Triggers Multiple Sclerosis
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The abnormal immune system response that causes multiple sclerosis (MS) by attacking and damaging the Central Nervous System can be triggered by the lack of a specific fatty acid in tissues, a new study suggests. The finding, published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, suggests that dietary change might help treat some people suffering the autoimmune disease.
“We’ve known for a while that both genetics and environment play a role in the development of MS,” said senior author David Hafler, Professor at Yale University in the US. “This paper suggests that one of the environmental factors involved is diet,” Hafler added.
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Fat tissues in patients diagnosed with MS lack normal levels of ‘oleic acid’, a monounsaturated fatty acid found in high levels in cooking oils, meats (beef, chicken, and pork), cheese, nuts, sunflower seeds, eggs, pasta, milk, olives, and avocados, according to the study.
ALSO READ: Two Drugs That Are Potent Against Acute Myeloid Leukemia
This lack of oleic acid leads to a loss of the metabolic sensors that activate T cells, that mediate the immune system’s response to infectious disease, the team found. Without the suppressing effects of these regulatory T cells, the immune system can attack healthy Central Nervous System cells and lead to vision loss, pain, lack of coordination, and other debilitating symptoms of MS.
When researchers introduced oleic acid into the fatty tissues of MS patients in laboratory experiments, levels of regulatory T cells increased, they found. The researcher had earlier noted that obesity triggers unhealthy levels of inflammation and is a known risk factor for MS, an observation that led him to study the role of diet in MS. He stressed, however, that more study is necessary to determine whether eating a diet high in oleic acid can help some MS patients. (IANS)
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"The abnormal immune system response that causes multiple sclerosis (MS) by attacking and damaging the Central Nervous System can be triggered by the lack of a specific fatty acid in tissues, a new study suggests. The finding, published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, suggests that dietary change might help treat some people suffering the autoimmune disease.\n“We’ve known for a while that both genetics and environment play a role in the development of MS,” said senior author David Hafler, Professor at Yale University in the US. “This paper suggests that one of the environmental factors involved is diet,” Hafler added.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nFat tissues in patients diagnosed with MS lack normal levels of ‘oleic acid’, a monounsaturated fatty acid found in high levels in cooking oils, meats (beef, chicken, and pork), cheese, nuts, sunflower seeds, eggs, pasta, milk, olives, and avocados, according to the study.\nALSO READ: Two Drugs That Are Potent Against Acute Myeloid Leukemia\nThis lack of oleic acid leads to a loss of the metabolic sensors that activate T cells, that mediate the immune system’s response to infectious disease, the team found. Without the suppressing effects of these regulatory T cells, the immune system can attack healthy Central Nervous System cells and lead to vision loss, pain, lack of coordination, and other debilitating symptoms of MS.\nWhen researchers introduced oleic acid into the fatty tissues of MS patients in laboratory experiments, levels of regulatory T cells increased, they found. The researcher had earlier noted that obesity triggers unhealthy levels of inflammation and is a known risk factor for MS, an observation that led him to study the role of diet in MS. He stressed, however, that more study is necessary to determine whether eating a diet high in oleic acid can help some MS patients. (IANS)",
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Investing in crypto portfolios has its risks, but when done correctly, buyers can build a fortune. Cryptocurrency is also volatile, as it has ups and downs.
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BY CATHY CARTER
A cryptocurrency is a form of digital money that means there is no physical bill or coin. Cryptocurrency has become immensely famous among people for its increasing value that is sky-touching. Crypto portfolios are how you, as a user, can keep track of the value of all your crypto holdings in one place. Using a crypto portfolio, you can easily compare your cryptocurrencies and can determine the best performing coins. A crypto portfolio can also help you easily add or edit balances.
What is Cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency is a sort of currency that utilizes digital files as money. These digital files are created by similar cryptography methods that make it completely impossible to counterfeit or double-spend. Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that can be used to buy goods and services. The decentralized structure of crypto portfolios allows them to be used outside governments and central authorities’ control.
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How does Cryptocurrency work?
A technology called blockchain is used to make cryptocurrencies work. Blockchain is a redistributed technology spread across numerous computers that manage and record transactions.
What makes crypto portfolios so popular?
Some of the reasons that make crypto portfolios popular among the people are:
Cryptocurrency is being regarded as the leading and the currency of the future, and with this fact in mind, people are willing to invest in crypto before the prices hike even more.
Central banks are removed from managing the money supply as, over time, they reduce the value of money through inflation.
Some people assume Cryptocurrency to be more secure and safe than the traditional payment processes, thanks to the Blockchain technology that is a decentralized processing and recording system.
Are Cryptocurrencies A Worthy Investment?
To generate actual cash flow through Cryptocurrency, a user would have to find someone willing to pay higher than the price you paid for the currency. The prices of Cryptocurrencies may differ from day to day and may have their highs and lows. People investing in Cryptocurrencies should have good knowledge about the market to know when to sell and when to purchase cryptocurrencies.
Where to buy Cryptocurrency?
Some crypto portfolios, including Bitcoin, can be bought using US dollars. To purchase some other crypto portfolios, you would be required to pay in Bitcoins as US dollars will not be accepted. To purchase cryptocurrencies, you will need a “wallet”, an online application where you can keep your currency. You need to open an account on an exchange, and then you can transfer real money to purchase Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoins or Ethereum.
If you live in Australia and plan to invest in Cryptocurrency, you can create an account and make purchases on a trusted cryptocurrency exchange. You can buy Bitcoins and other Cryptocurrencies like Ethereum too. With a low trading fee, our Australian cryptocurrency exchange is easy to use and user-friendly.
Are Crypto portfolios Legal?
Yes, crypto portfolios in the US are legal. However, China has banned the usage of Cryptocurrency. Ultimately the legality of crypto portfolios depends on the individual country. Buying crypto portfolios can be pretty hectic, and the buyers should always be aware of fraudsters.
How can you protect yourself?
No matter how trustworthy the company may look like, you as a buyer should always be aware of the following points:
Check for the owner of the company. An identifiable and well-known person as an owner is a good sign.
Are there any other investors looking to purchase crypto portfolios? Having several investors, along with you, is a good thing.
Check whether you will be a part of the company’s stake or just an owner of tokens or coins. Being a part of the stake means that you can participate in the company’s earnings; on the other hand, owning coins or tokens means you can use them.
Check whether the crypto portfolio you are willing to buy is already developed or not. Investing in a developed crypto portfolio is a good means to raise money.
ALSO READ: Cryptocurrency-Focused Subsidiary Shut Down by Telegram
Investing in crypto portfolios has its risks, but when done correctly, buyers can build a fortune. Cryptocurrency is also volatile, meaning that it has its ups and downs. Buyers should have a strong investment portfolio and mindset to handle this. Crypto portfolios are the rage as of now. People who are willing to invest in crypto should be aware of all the risks that come along with it. Being aware of the possible risks can help you invest more wisely and reduce your risk of losing your money or being frauded.
Proper research of the crypto portfolios is necessary if you are willing to invest in this multi-million market. Invest in what you think is offering you maximum returns and has low-risk factors involved. With the world becoming more dependent on digital media, investing in crypto portfolios can be a good option.
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The decentralized structure of crypto portfolios allows them to be used outside governments and central authorities’ control.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nHow does Cryptocurrency work?\nA technology called blockchain is used to make cryptocurrencies work. Blockchain is a redistributed technology spread across numerous computers that manage and record transactions.\nWhat makes crypto portfolios so popular?\nSome of the reasons that make crypto portfolios popular among the people are:\nCryptocurrency is being regarded as the leading and the currency of the future, and with this fact in mind, people are willing to invest in crypto before the prices hike even more.\nCentral banks are removed from managing the money supply as, over time, they reduce the value of money through inflation.\nSome people assume Cryptocurrency to be more secure and safe than the traditional payment processes, thanks to the Blockchain technology that is a decentralized processing and recording system.\nAre Cryptocurrencies A Worthy Investment?\nTo generate actual cash flow through Cryptocurrency, a user would have to find someone willing to pay higher than the price you paid for the currency. The prices of Cryptocurrencies may differ from day to day and may have their highs and lows. People investing in Cryptocurrencies should have good knowledge about the market to know when to sell and when to purchase cryptocurrencies.\nWhere to buy Cryptocurrency?\nSome crypto portfolios, including Bitcoin, can be bought using US dollars. To purchase some other crypto portfolios, you would be required to pay in Bitcoins as US dollars will not be accepted. To purchase cryptocurrencies, you will need a “wallet”, an online application where you can keep your currency. You need to open an account on an exchange, and then you can transfer real money to purchase Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoins or Ethereum.\nIf you live in Australia and plan to invest in Cryptocurrency, you can create an account and make purchases on a trusted cryptocurrency exchange. You can buy Bitcoins and other Cryptocurrencies like Ethereum too. With a low trading fee, our Australian cryptocurrency exchange is easy to use and user-friendly.\nAre Crypto portfolios Legal?\nYes, crypto portfolios in the US are legal. However, China has banned the usage of Cryptocurrency. Ultimately the legality of crypto portfolios depends on the individual country. Buying crypto portfolios can be pretty hectic, and the buyers should always be aware of fraudsters.\nHow can you protect yourself?\nNo matter how trustworthy the company may look like, you as a buyer should always be aware of the following points:\nCheck for the owner of the company. An identifiable and well-known person as an owner is a good sign.\nAre there any other investors looking to purchase crypto portfolios? Having several investors, along with you, is a good thing.\nCheck whether you will be a part of the company’s stake or just an owner of tokens or coins. Being a part of the stake means that you can participate in the company’s earnings; on the other hand, owning coins or tokens means you can use them.\nCheck whether the crypto portfolio you are willing to buy is already developed or not. Investing in a developed crypto portfolio is a good means to raise money.\nALSO READ: Cryptocurrency-Focused Subsidiary Shut Down by Telegram\nInvesting in crypto portfolios has its risks, but when done correctly, buyers can build a fortune. Cryptocurrency is also volatile, meaning that it has its ups and downs. Buyers should have a strong investment portfolio and mindset to handle this. Crypto portfolios are the rage as of now. People who are willing to invest in crypto should be aware of all the risks that come along with it. Being aware of the possible risks can help you invest more wisely and reduce your risk of losing your money or being frauded.\nProper research of the crypto portfolios is necessary if you are willing to invest in this multi-million market. Invest in what you think is offering you maximum returns and has low-risk factors involved. With the world becoming more dependent on digital media, investing in crypto portfolios can be a good option.\n(Disclaimer: The article is sponsored and hence promotes some commercial links)",
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New research has claimed that the recovered patients have COVID immunity to fight the disease for up to eight months--giving hope to vaccine makers
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Amid speculations about the body’s immune response in Covid-19 recovered patients, new research has claimed that the recovered patients have antibodies to fight the disease for up to eight months — giving hope for the vaccine makers in India as the jabs may also be proven effective for a longer period, health experts said.
Till date, the common perception among the health fraternity was that the protective immunity is usually seen for three to five months, and then starts waning off.
“This is great news as it gives real hope for vaccine developers,” Sandeep Nayar, Senior Director and HOD, Chest and Respiratory Disease at BLK Hospital in west Delhi, told IANS.
“We hope that once a vaccine or vaccines are developed, these will provide long-term protection against this dreaded disease,” he added.
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The researchers of the new study, including Alessandro Sette, a professor at La Jolla Institute for Immunology in the US, measured antibodies, memory B cells, helper T cells and killer T cells, all at the same time from blood samples of Covid-19 recovered patients.
They found that responses to the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, from all major players in the “adaptive” immune system, which learns to fight specific pathogens, could last for at least eight months after the onset of symptoms from the initial infection.
“Because of the T cell-mediated immunity, the antibodies can produce memory B cells which may provide immunity against Covid-19, particularly in serious cases,” said Neha Gupta, Infectious Diseases Specialist at Medanta – The Medicity.
“As we gain more experience with Covid-19 virus recovery and able to monitor antibody levels over a prolonged period of time, we may see that the immunity may stay more than 6 months and, in some case, may extend up to one year,” Praveen Gupta, Director and Head, Neurology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram told IANS.
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The findings help clarify some Covid-19 concerning data from other labs, which showed a dramatic drop-off of Covid-fighting antibodies in months following the infection, according to new research published in the prestigious journal Science.
According to the researchers, nearly all Covid-19 survivors have the immune cells necessary to fight re-infection.
“The vaccine studies are at the initial stages and so far, have been associated with strong protection. We are hopeful that a similar pattern of responses lasting over time will also emerge for the vaccine-induced responses,” said study co-author Daniela Weiskopf.
In India, as the Covid-19 infections currently affect 0.7 per cent of the population and are concentrated in a few cities and states, we may not have acquired larger herd immunity from the disease.
ALSO READ: Covid-19 Vaccines Less Effective For People Suffering From Obesity
“However, noting the fact that Covid-19 has not spread and caused much mortality in our country, it means that we may have better immunity against Covid-19 than many developed countries,” said Gupta. (IANS)
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Politics has never really been a favored subject for Bollywood filmmakers. In a country where mainstream cinema never really got out of the grip of censor woes and protest groups, the Hindi film industry by and largely avoided cinema that spoke of politics and politicians.
There have been cases in the past, after all, when themes pertaining to politics faced trouble. Kissa Kursee Kaa was banned from release during the Emergency owing to its satirical depiction of democracy in the country. Aandhi was banned a few months after release because it was felt that the film bore shades of Indira Gandhi and her politics. Parzania, depicting a fictional story against the backdrop of the 2002 Gujarat riots, was banned in that state, and so was Firaaq. Inshallah Kashmir won a National Award but was denied release, allegedly for showing the torture of ex-militants at the hands of the army.
Bollywood cinema has naturally hesitated to look at Indian politics and political themes while setting up fictional drama.
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However, the emerging streaming space is a different ball game altogether. With no direct sensor control and with films and/or series going straight to cyberspace, makers have the luxury to explore politics through fiction. While not many shows have directly tackled such themes, the numbers are growing.
It will be a while before an Indian filmmaker will be game to show heavy politics the way, say, The Comey Rule did. But there has been a definite move towards the intrepid portrayal of political characters and themes in our shows lately.
IANS brings you some of the best shows that use politics as a springboard for fictional drama:
TANDAV
Set in Delhi, the fictional drama takes one behind the closed corridors of power and politics and showcases the lengths to which people will go in the pursuit of power. It stars Saif Ali Khan, Dimple Kapadia, Sunil Grover, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Kritika Kamra, Sarah Jane Dias, Sandhya Mridul, Annup Sonii, and Hiten Tejwani. “Tiger Zinda Hai” director Ali Abbas Zafar is making his digital debut with the series. The Amazon original series will release on January 15.
DARK 7 WHITE
The political thriller is centered on the death of Sumeet Vyas’s Yudhveer Singh while he was on his way to becoming the Chief Minister, and a police officer (Jatin Sarna) joining the investigation. Also featuring Nidhi Singh, Monica Chaudhary, Taniya Kalra, Kunj Anand, and Rachit Bahal, the show is available on Zee5 and ALTBalaji.
QUEEN
Ramya Krishnan’s “Queen” chronicles the life of Shakti Seshadri, a character that bears an uncanny resemblance to late Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa. The series captures her struggle with her family’s adverse financial position, her excelling in academics and rising to the rank of a state topper and then emerging a superstar in the film industry, and eventually becoming the youngest chief minister of her state. The show streams on MX Player.
ALSO READ: Improving India’s Air May Prevent 7% Of Pregnancy Losses
CITY OF DREAMS
Set in Mumbai, the 10-episode political thriller is helmed by Nagesh Kukunoor. It narrates the story of the feud within the Gaikwad family, which erupts after an assassination attempt on a polarising political figure. The show stars Atul Kulkarni and Priya Bapat and is available on Disney+ Hotstar.
MODI: JOURNEY OF A COMMON MAN
Mahesh Thakur, Darshan Jariwala, Ashish Sharma, and Makrand Deshpande topline the cast of the political drama that follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s life from childhood to 2014, when he becomes Prime Minister of India. The show is available on Eros Now. (VOA)
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The government would be failing in its duty if it would not catch hold of the farmers violence culprits and impose the most severe punishment on them.
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BY VENKATRAMAN NS
The so-called farmers, by indulging in unprecedented violent acts in Delhi, have made India’s enemies happy.
As usual, those who instigated the innocent farmers and made them agitate for 72 days, now say that the leaders of the so-called farmers are not responsible for the violence but outside elements and vandals infiltrated into the crowd and caused the shameful violence. Again, as usual, some opposition political parties, so-called activists would support the so-called farmers, justifying their violent acts as not due to them but in spite of them and would strive to settle the score with the ruling party. One need not be surprised, even if a section of media,( print, visual and social media) too would try to find out some “justifiable reasons for the violent act at Delhi.”
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For around 72 days now, many agricultural economists and even many sections of the genuine farmer community, have been trying to explain the logic in the Farm Laws enacted by the government and have repeatedly pointed out that these have been the same laws that have been wanted by the opposition parties earlier for several years.
The very fact that most sections of the genuine farmer’s community in India have not participated in the agitation and they are doing their duty to the nation by working on the farms indicate that this is not a national movement against Farm Laws.
Many people have wondered whether those who participated in the agitation for around 72 days now are really suffering and deprived persons and if so, they cannot leave the work spot and sit in agitation for as many as 72 days.
Obviously, they are being funded and actively instigated by some groups which could be foreign elements, separatist groups, or anarchists. The fact that the Prime Minister of Canada and a few senators in the USA and some parliamentarians in the UK indicated concern about the protest by the so-called farmers, readily reveals the interest of overseas elements in whipping up agitation and spoiling the progress of the country.
The fact is that the government has dealt with the farmers violence with great consideration and has not tried to disperse them. It repeatedly called the protesters for discussions and explained the government stand and even offered to suspend the implementation of the law for eighteen months so that meaningful discussions can take place to find an amicable solution. Let not anyone ignore the fact that Khalistani slogans were raised and their flag was raised at Red Fort, which clearly indicates the agenda of the protesters.
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Let not those who claim that they are the leaders of the protesters now escape away from the blame by stating that outside elements infiltrated. Such statements are extremely irresponsible and show them in the true light.
Now, the government has to deal with the protesters as violators of law and as anarchists and should be treated accordingly in the interest of an orderly society. Certainly, the so-called activists and some parties would blame the government for suppressing the freedom of the people to protest.
ALSO READ: A Farmer Protest Timeline: How Things Turned Violent In Delhi On R-Day
However, the government should clearly know it’s a duty to maintain law and order at any cost and should be aware that the large section of the countrymen is extremely unhappy about the behavior of the protesters.
The government would be failing in its duty if it would not catch hold of the culprits and impose the most severe punishment on them for spoiling the progressive image of India in the eyes of the world shaming our great motherland.
(Disclaimer: The article is written by an outside author)
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"BY VENKATRAMAN NS\nThe so-called farmers, by indulging in unprecedented violent acts in Delhi, have made India’s enemies happy.\nAs usual, those who instigated the innocent farmers and made them agitate for 72 days, now say that the leaders of the so-called farmers are not responsible for the violence but outside elements and vandals infiltrated into the crowd and caused the shameful violence. Again, as usual, some opposition political parties, so-called activists would support the so-called farmers, justifying their violent acts as not due to them but in spite of them and would strive to settle the score with the ruling party. One need not be surprised, even if a section of media,( print, visual and social media) too would try to find out some “justifiable reasons for the violent act at Delhi.”\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nFor around 72 days now, many agricultural economists and even many sections of the genuine farmer community, have been trying to explain the logic in the Farm Laws enacted by the government and have repeatedly pointed out that these have been the same laws that have been wanted by the opposition parties earlier for several years.\nThe very fact that most sections of the genuine farmer’s community in India have not participated in the agitation and they are doing their duty to the nation by working on the farms indicate that this is not a national movement against Farm Laws.\nMany people have wondered whether those who participated in the agitation for around 72 days now are really suffering and deprived persons and if so, they cannot leave the work spot and sit in agitation for as many as 72 days.\nObviously, they are being funded and actively instigated by some groups which could be foreign elements, separatist groups, or anarchists. The fact that the Prime Minister of Canada and a few senators in the USA and some parliamentarians in the UK indicated concern about the protest by the so-called farmers, readily reveals the interest of overseas elements in whipping up agitation and spoiling the progress of the country.\nThe fact is that the government has dealt with the farmers violence with great consideration and has not tried to disperse them. It repeatedly called the protesters for discussions and explained the government stand and even offered to suspend the implementation of the law for eighteen months so that meaningful discussions can take place to find an amicable solution. Let not anyone ignore the fact that Khalistani slogans were raised and their flag was raised at Red Fort, which clearly indicates the agenda of the protesters.\nWANT TO READ ARTICLES IN HINDI? CHECKOUT: सिर्फ खेत में फसल उगाने वाला ही किसान नहीं\nLet not those who claim that they are the leaders of the protesters now escape away from the blame by stating that outside elements infiltrated. Such statements are extremely irresponsible and show them in the true light.\nNow, the government has to deal with the protesters as violators of law and as anarchists and should be treated accordingly in the interest of an orderly society. Certainly, the so-called activists and some parties would blame the government for suppressing the freedom of the people to protest.\nALSO READ: A Farmer Protest Timeline: How Things Turned Violent In Delhi On R-Day\nHowever, the government should clearly know it’s a duty to maintain law and order at any cost and should be aware that the large section of the countrymen is extremely unhappy about the behavior of the protesters.\nThe government would be failing in its duty if it would not catch hold of the culprits and impose the most severe punishment on them for spoiling the progressive image of India in the eyes of the world shaming our great motherland.\n(Disclaimer: The article is written by an outside author)",
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These days, getting worldwide attention in your working field is pretty easy with the help of social media platforms. Read more here.
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In this world full of competitors, It should be extremely difficult to find the person who doesn’t want to become successful in their career path. But what does being successful mean exactly? Out of the thousand different answers to this question, you will certainly find people for whom success is strongly connected to popularity. People just love when others know about them and appreciate their work. Let’s just be honest – who doesn’t like to be in the center of the attention? Becoming a “superstar” may seem like an impossible thing to achieve, however, do not forget that we live in the digital world, where borders do not exist and impossible is possible if you really want it. These days, getting worldwide attention in your working field is pretty easy with the help of social media platforms. In this article, you can find some tips and suggestions, how to get more popular in your business with the help of social media.
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Choose the right platform
Once you have already picked the field, the next step is to choose a social media platform. Well, it depends on the topic: for example, if you see yourself in a social or non-governmental field you can use Facebook and create a public page for your work, where you can post all the news around it, discuss different topics with your audience, improve yourself and get more visibility. Or maybe you like creating video content, then Youtube is the best option for you. If you love the fashion industry and want to be a famous fashion influencer – Instagram will help you in turning your dreams into reality. Depending on the content, you can choose which social network is the best communication channel for your business; or maybe you want to use all of them to see how they work – the decision is up to you!
Increase the visibility of the page
The next step on the way to becoming famous in your business with the help of digital services is to receive as much visibility on the internet as you can. This is the most important part of your popularisation. Depending on the content, again and depending on your social media platform you can choose what is the best way to increase your visibility. If you have created a YouTube channel and you want to become famous with your videos, you can raise the popularity with the help of youtubestorm, or if you have facebook content you can boost your page, which will help you to connect with more people and build a larger audience.
Learn how to communicate with your audience
Well, let’s imagine that you have done everything that is mentioned above, do you think that it is enough for you to reach the top of your possibilities? In fact, what holds you back to reach your maximum potential is the step of finding the best communication channel between you and your audience. Think of social media as the main link between you and your community. Make sure you are paying adequate attention, reading and answering their questions, offers, comments, or suggestion. Engaging with your community will also boost your algorithm and will help you increase your visibility. In addition to that, your audience will feel more included in your social media family, which is exactly what you want to do.
Keep your social media design attractive
Well managed social media is the guarantee of your fame and career progression, but also you need to understand that it requires a lot of time and energy to always keep your profile aesthetically pleasing. Always update your social media with useful and interesting information. Introduce yourself to the followers, tell them about your aims, missions, goals, and don’t forget to be honest with them. Share the kitchen of your business with your audience, the life of a famous person is always interesting for fans. Try not to lose the quality of your product and always stay authentic.
ALSO READ: Social Media Advantages in Career Progression
Summary
As we see, social media networks have a lot of benefits in case if we use them correctly. We have hundreds of resources that we can use to improve our knowledge in different areas and improve our skills. For now, reaching our goals has become much easier with the help of this digital world, so don’t lose this opportunity!
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A list of Bollywood heroes who are set to present their villainous side on the screen, as well as ones who excelled in such roles in recent years.
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Be it Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Kajol, or Priyanka Chopra, the audience has loved their heroes turn bad in films. On their part, Bollywood biggies have loved exploring the dark side on the screen, too.
“When you have leading heroes playing negative characters, they have their own fan following. So you do get a large chunk of that fan following. For the heroes, it is about exploring something different. Playing negative roles thrills them. Also, if the villain is larger than life then the struggle of the hero becomes interesting,” film trade analyst Girish Johar told IANS.
In fact, he calls it a “deadly combination”.
“When the villain is very big and the hero defeats him by mind, strategy or action, then the audience really enjoys it. Like in ‘Agneepath’, Sanjay Dutt was large and cruel. So when Hrithik Roshan beat him, the audience enjoyed it. Or take the ‘Dhoom’ series. The villains are all A-class heroes. That adds to the thrill,” he added.
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Business-wise, too, such casting makes an impact, with two heroes in the film, at the two ends of the good and evil spectrum.
But does this mean not every hero can be a villain? “At the end of the day, it’s an actor who is portraying a particular character. So it all depends on the character, and how the actor brings it alive on the screen,” said Johar.
IANS shares a list of heroes who are set to present their villainous side on the screen, as well as ones who excelled in such roles in recent years.
AKSHAY KUMAR
Back in 2001, his character Vikram in “Ajnabee” created obstacles in the lives of Raj (Bobby Deol) and Priya (Kareena Kapoor). Then in 2018, he got back to being a villain on-screen in the Rajinikanth-starrer “2.0”. Akshay, has mostly featured in films with patriotic themes or stories with a social cause in recent times, and as the bird lover Pakshi Rajan in “2.0” he was a villain with a cause.
SANJAY DUTT
He scored as the menacing Kancha in “Agneepath” (2012) and is back to evil ways this year with “KGF Chapter 2”. After the trailer release, Dutt’s fans are excited to see him as the antagonist Adheera in the film. The actor has scored with negative roles in “Panipat” and “Khalnayak”, too, in the past. He has said Adheera is “one of the craziest characters I have played so far”, describing the character as “fearless, powerful and ruthless”.
SAIF ALI KHAN
Back in 2006, he won the audience and critics’ love with his portrayal of the vile Langda Tyagi in “Omkara”. Last year, he impressed in “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” portraying Aurangzeb’s royal guard Udaybhan Singh Rathore who was pitted against Ajay Devgn’s Tanhaji Malusare. He will back as a villain in Om Raut’s directorial “Adipurush”, starring Telugu star Prabhas. Saif has described the project as “phenomenal” adding that he looks forward “to clashing swords with the mighty Prabhas and to play a role that is electrifying and demonic”.
VICKY KAUSHAL
After impressing the audience with performances in “Masaan”, “Sanju” and “Uri: The Surgical Strike”, Vicky will be seen as Aurangzeb in Karan Johar’s upcoming “Takht”. The historical drama revolves around Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and his brother Dara Shikoh, and their fight for the throne.
JOHN ABRAHAM
There are unconfirmed reports on John playing the role of the villain in the upcoming film “Salaar”, which also stars Prabhas. While he is yet to comment on it, fans would recall that John made a smashing antihero in “Dhoom” (2004) and “Race 2” (2013).
KUNAL KEMMU
He began his career as a child actor, and went on to make an impact with his positive roles in films such as “Kalyug” (2005), the “Golmaal 3” (2010) and “Golmaal Again” (2017) and “Go Goa Gone” (2013). Kunal has already tried an antagonist’s role in “Kalank” (2019), but his really sinister outing was “Malang” last year. The Mohit Suri directorial cast him as a brutal, psychopath cop who deceptively appears to be a nice guy.
ALSO READ: COVID Recovered Patients May Have Immunity Until 8 Months
RANVEER SINGH
He has acted as a romantic hero, a courageous cop, and a historical warrior on his way to superstardom. The audience also equally loved him as the menacing Alauddin Khilji in Sanjay Leela Bhansali directorial “Padmaavat”, which released in 2018. Although heavily fictionalized in interpretation, Ranveer made Bhansali’s Khilji an extremely laudable act with his menacing screen presence. (IANS)
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"Be it Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Kajol, or Priyanka Chopra, the audience has loved their heroes turn bad in films. On their part, Bollywood biggies have loved exploring the dark side on the screen, too.\n“When you have leading heroes playing negative characters, they have their own fan following. So you do get a large chunk of that fan following. For the heroes, it is about exploring something different. Playing negative roles thrills them. Also, if the villain is larger than life then the struggle of the hero becomes interesting,” film trade analyst Girish Johar told IANS.\nIn fact, he calls it a “deadly combination”.\n“When the villain is very big and the hero defeats him by mind, strategy or action, then the audience really enjoys it. Like in ‘Agneepath’, Sanjay Dutt was large and cruel. So when Hrithik Roshan beat him, the audience enjoyed it. Or take the ‘Dhoom’ series. The villains are all A-class heroes. That adds to the thrill,” he added.\nPlease Follow NewsGram on Facebook To Get Latest Updates!\nBusiness-wise, too, such casting makes an impact, with two heroes in the film, at the two ends of the good and evil spectrum.\nBut does this mean not every hero can be a villain? “At the end of the day, it’s an actor who is portraying a particular character. So it all depends on the character, and how the actor brings it alive on the screen,” said Johar.\nIANS shares a list of heroes who are set to present their villainous side on the screen, as well as ones who excelled in such roles in recent years.\nAKSHAY KUMAR\nBack in 2001, his character Vikram in “Ajnabee” created obstacles in the lives of Raj (Bobby Deol) and Priya (Kareena Kapoor). Then in 2018, he got back to being a villain on-screen in the Rajinikanth-starrer “2.0”. Akshay, has mostly featured in films with patriotic themes or stories with a social cause in recent times, and as the bird lover Pakshi Rajan in “2.0” he was a villain with a cause.\nSANJAY DUTT\nHe scored as the menacing Kancha in “Agneepath” (2012) and is back to evil ways this year with “KGF Chapter 2”. After the trailer release, Dutt’s fans are excited to see him as the antagonist Adheera in the film. The actor has scored with negative roles in “Panipat” and “Khalnayak”, too, in the past. He has said Adheera is “one of the craziest characters I have played so far”, describing the character as “fearless, powerful and ruthless”.\nSAIF ALI KHAN\nBack in 2006, he won the audience and critics’ love with his portrayal of the vile Langda Tyagi in “Omkara”. Last year, he impressed in “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” portraying Aurangzeb’s royal guard Udaybhan Singh Rathore who was pitted against Ajay Devgn’s Tanhaji Malusare. He will back as a villain in Om Raut’s directorial “Adipurush”, starring Telugu star Prabhas. Saif has described the project as “phenomenal” adding that he looks forward “to clashing swords with the mighty Prabhas and to play a role that is electrifying and demonic”.\nVICKY KAUSHAL\nAfter impressing the audience with performances in “Masaan”, “Sanju” and “Uri: The Surgical Strike”, Vicky will be seen as Aurangzeb in Karan Johar’s upcoming “Takht”. The historical drama revolves around Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and his brother Dara Shikoh, and their fight for the throne.\nJOHN ABRAHAM\nThere are unconfirmed reports on John playing the role of the villain in the upcoming film “Salaar”, which also stars Prabhas. While he is yet to comment on it, fans would recall that John made a smashing antihero in “Dhoom” (2004) and “Race 2” (2013).\nKUNAL KEMMU\nHe began his career as a child actor, and went on to make an impact with his positive roles in films such as “Kalyug” (2005), the “Golmaal 3” (2010) and “Golmaal Again” (2017) and “Go Goa Gone” (2013). Kunal has already tried an antagonist’s role in “Kalank” (2019), but his really sinister outing was “Malang” last year. The Mohit Suri directorial cast him as a brutal, psychopath cop who deceptively appears to be a nice guy.\nALSO READ: COVID Recovered Patients May Have Immunity Until 8 Months\nRANVEER SINGH\nHe has acted as a romantic hero, a courageous cop, and a historical warrior on his way to superstardom. The audience also equally loved him as the menacing Alauddin Khilji in Sanjay Leela Bhansali directorial “Padmaavat”, which released in 2018. Although heavily fictionalized in interpretation, Ranveer made Bhansali’s Khilji an extremely laudable act with his menacing screen presence. (IANS)",
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One third of the American citizens revealed that they were hesitant to take the Covid vaccine due to inherent fears like fear of needles or the sideeffects.
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One-third of people in the US are either unlikely or at least hesitant to get a Covid-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them, a new study suggests.
The findings, published in the journal Vaccine, indicate that demographic characteristics, vaccine knowledge, perceived vulnerability to Covid-19, risk factors, and politics likely contribute to vaccination hesitancy.
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“Our research indicates that the Covid vaccine uptake will be suboptimal with 14.8 percent of respondents being unlikely to get vaccinated and another 23 percent unsure,” said lead author Jeanette B. Ruiz, Assistant Professor at the University of California, Davis.
For the study, the research team recruited participants from the US through an Internet survey panel of 2.5 million residents developed by a commercial survey firm.
The team measured the respondents’ intention to vaccinate; demographic and health status profile of individuals least likely to vaccinate; general vaccine knowledge and vaccine conspiracy beliefs; and the role of media and partisan politics played in their resistance to vaccination.
The respondents cited vaccine safety and effectiveness assessments as the primary basis for hesitancy.
Respondents relying primarily on social media for information about Covid-19 anticipated a lower likelihood of Covid-19 vaccine acceptance, the study found.
ALSO READ: Taking a Regular Afternoon Nap Can Keep Your Brain Sharp, Says Study
The top four reasons given for vaccination hesitancy were concerns about vaccine side effects, worries about allergic responses to the vaccine, doubts about vaccine effectiveness, and a preference for developing immunity through infection.
Other reasons were less frequently cited — including being healthy, fear of needles, being immune from past infection, being young, and lack of concern about developing a serious illness. (IANS)
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"One-third of people in the US are either unlikely or at least hesitant to get a Covid-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them, a new study suggests.\nThe findings, published in the journal Vaccine, indicate that demographic characteristics, vaccine knowledge, perceived vulnerability to Covid-19, risk factors, and politics likely contribute to vaccination hesitancy.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated\n“Our research indicates that the Covid vaccine uptake will be suboptimal with 14.8 percent of respondents being unlikely to get vaccinated and another 23 percent unsure,” said lead author Jeanette B. Ruiz, Assistant Professor at the University of California, Davis.\nFor the study, the research team recruited participants from the US through an Internet survey panel of 2.5 million residents developed by a commercial survey firm.\nThe team measured the respondents’ intention to vaccinate; demographic and health status profile of individuals least likely to vaccinate; general vaccine knowledge and vaccine conspiracy beliefs; and the role of media and partisan politics played in their resistance to vaccination.\nThe respondents cited vaccine safety and effectiveness assessments as the primary basis for hesitancy.\nRespondents relying primarily on social media for information about Covid-19 anticipated a lower likelihood of Covid-19 vaccine acceptance, the study found.\nALSO READ: Taking a Regular Afternoon Nap Can Keep Your Brain Sharp, Says Study\nThe top four reasons given for vaccination hesitancy were concerns about vaccine side effects, worries about allergic responses to the vaccine, doubts about vaccine effectiveness, and a preference for developing immunity through infection.\nOther reasons were less frequently cited — including being healthy, fear of needles, being immune from past infection, being young, and lack of concern about developing a serious illness. (IANS)",
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The swearing-in of the former Vice President and Senator heralds new dawn not just in the United States but the world as well.
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BY FRANK F. ISLAM
With the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States, America is closing one of the darkest and saddest chapters in its history and opening a new one filled with hope and optimism. The swearing-in of the former Vice President and Senator heralds new dawn not just in the United States but the world as well.
The destructive nature of Trump’s presidency has been well-documented by the US and international media. To name just a few of his transgressions during the four years he has been at the White House:
* Trump reversed many of the major gains the country had made in race relations;
* actively discouraged immigration, upon which the country was built, especially from the non-European countries;
* rolled back more than a hundred environmental regulations;
* waged a nonstop war against the country’s institutions, including the press; and
* pulled the United States out of landmark global treaties and organizations, such as Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization, and largely abandoned America’s global leadership, allowing countries such as Russia and China to fill that vacuum.
Finally, on his way out of the Oval Office, Trump refused to acknowledge the results of a free and fair election that he lost decisively. Unlike his predecessors, he did not facilitate a peaceful transfer of power, even encouraging his followers to stage an insurrection. In a nutshell, he is leaving office with the country deeply divided.
While Trump was remarkably effective in dismantling American institutions and sowing chaos both at home and abroad, when it comes to tackling issues and solving problems, he has been one of the most incompetent presidents in US history.
Please Follow NewsGram on Facebook To Get Latest Updates!
A case in point is his handling of the Covid-19 crisis. The United States, which has the largest and most expensive healthcare infrastructure, should have tackled the virus better than most other countries. But the nation today accounts for more than a quarter of the global coronavirus cases and more than a fifth of the worldwide fatalities, even though it has only five per cent of the world population.
Despite receiving early warnings about Covid-19, Trump ignored the pandemic at the beginning and then underplayed it even after it began killing hundreds of thousands of Americans. The President worried that stock markets would tank if he took aggressive measures to tackle the virus.
Fortunately for America, the nation will have a leader who is capable of leading it out of the morass. Throughout the campaign, Biden promised voters to act as a President for the whole country, not just for his base. After his victory, the President-elect has reached out to Trump voters, saying that he will heal the divisions.
After four years of Trump’s relentless war against the government and the institutions – which he dubbed as ‘Deep State’ – it is refreshing to have as President someone who has faith in American institutions, whether it is judiciary, the legislature or the press. Unlike the so-called conservative President, Biden has great respect for traditions as well.
For the past four years, the White House has acted as an ‘accountability-free zone’. Biden has clearly told Americans that his administration would be accountable to them in every which way.
Another refreshing thing about the incoming administration is the manner in which it has gone about filling the top positions of various departments and agencies. Diversity, subject-matter expertise and competence have been the key to the nomination at every level.
The new administration’s first day initiatives are likely to include an ambitious Coronavirus recovery package and a flurry of executive orders that will reverse many of Trump’s controversial executive orders. Three such executive orders are reentering the Paris climate agreement and joining the World Health Organization and the repeal of the so-called Muslim ban.
We are also likely to see a number of Coronavirus-related policies, such as a mask mandate, expansion of COVID testing and a stay on evictions and foreclosures of people that have fallen behind in paying rent and mortgage.
The Biden administration will be tackling Covid on a war footing and the President-elect has already surrounded himself with prominent experts and scientists.
Similarly, domestic and foreign policy, and national security teams that Biden has put together are among the most experienced and talented. They are ready for the United States to, once again, assume the global leadership it held for more than a century. The country will rejoin the Paris Agreement on climate change, rejoin the World Health Organization and a series of other international accords and treaties Trump had exited. It will also rebuild the bridge with its NATO partners. It will once again take an active role internationally, dealing with issues that are important to the future of all the countries of the world.
There is no doubt that a Biden Presidency will bring a wave of change to global politics and policies. In fact, the President-elect himself said it succinctly, “America is back – we’re at the head of the table once again.”
ALSO READ: Dyson Launched An AI-Driven ‘V11 Absolute Pro’ Cord-Free Vacuum Cleaner
In his farewell speech 32 years ago, a Republican President referred to America as “a shining city on a hill,” a metaphor he had used to describe the country throughout his eight-year presidency. Ronald Reagan, who was then engaged in a Cold War with the Soviet Union, always saw America as a force for good.
Ironically, it is that vision of America as a force for good that Trump – who came to power promising to “make America great again” – destroyed in 1,461 days. Biden, a 39-year-old Senator when Reagan entered the White House, is now ready to make America a force for good again and revive the construct of the nation as a “shining city on a hill”. (IANS)
(Frank F. Islam is an entrepreneur, civic and thought leader based in Washington DC. The views expressed here are personal)
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"BY FRANK F. ISLAM\nWith the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States, America is closing one of the darkest and saddest chapters in its history and opening a new one filled with hope and optimism. The swearing-in of the former Vice President and Senator heralds new dawn not just in the United States but the world as well.\nThe destructive nature of Trump’s presidency has been well-documented by the US and international media. To name just a few of his transgressions during the four years he has been at the White House:\n* Trump reversed many of the major gains the country had made in race relations;\n* actively discouraged immigration, upon which the country was built, especially from the non-European countries;\n* rolled back more than a hundred environmental regulations;\n* waged a nonstop war against the country’s institutions, including the press; and\n* pulled the United States out of landmark global treaties and organizations, such as Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization, and largely abandoned America’s global leadership, allowing countries such as Russia and China to fill that vacuum.\nFinally, on his way out of the Oval Office, Trump refused to acknowledge the results of a free and fair election that he lost decisively. Unlike his predecessors, he did not facilitate a peaceful transfer of power, even encouraging his followers to stage an insurrection. In a nutshell, he is leaving office with the country deeply divided.\nWhile Trump was remarkably effective in dismantling American institutions and sowing chaos both at home and abroad, when it comes to tackling issues and solving problems, he has been one of the most incompetent presidents in US history.\nPlease Follow NewsGram on Facebook To Get Latest Updates!\nA case in point is his handling of the Covid-19 crisis. The United States, which has the largest and most expensive healthcare infrastructure, should have tackled the virus better than most other countries. But the nation today accounts for more than a quarter of the global coronavirus cases and more than a fifth of the worldwide fatalities, even though it has only five per cent of the world population.\nDespite receiving early warnings about Covid-19, Trump ignored the pandemic at the beginning and then underplayed it even after it began killing hundreds of thousands of Americans. The President worried that stock markets would tank if he took aggressive measures to tackle the virus.\nFortunately for America, the nation will have a leader who is capable of leading it out of the morass. Throughout the campaign, Biden promised voters to act as a President for the whole country, not just for his base. After his victory, the President-elect has reached out to Trump voters, saying that he will heal the divisions.\nAfter four years of Trump’s relentless war against the government and the institutions – which he dubbed as ‘Deep State’ – it is refreshing to have as President someone who has faith in American institutions, whether it is judiciary, the legislature or the press. Unlike the so-called conservative President, Biden has great respect for traditions as well.\nFor the past four years, the White House has acted as an ‘accountability-free zone’. Biden has clearly told Americans that his administration would be accountable to them in every which way.\nAnother refreshing thing about the incoming administration is the manner in which it has gone about filling the top positions of various departments and agencies. Diversity, subject-matter expertise and competence have been the key to the nomination at every level.\nThe new administration’s first day initiatives are likely to include an ambitious Coronavirus recovery package and a flurry of executive orders that will reverse many of Trump’s controversial executive orders. Three such executive orders are reentering the Paris climate agreement and joining the World Health Organization and the repeal of the so-called Muslim ban.\nWe are also likely to see a number of Coronavirus-related policies, such as a mask mandate, expansion of COVID testing and a stay on evictions and foreclosures of people that have fallen behind in paying rent and mortgage.\nThe Biden administration will be tackling Covid on a war footing and the President-elect has already surrounded himself with prominent experts and scientists.\nSimilarly, domestic and foreign policy, and national security teams that Biden has put together are among the most experienced and talented. They are ready for the United States to, once again, assume the global leadership it held for more than a century. The country will rejoin the Paris Agreement on climate change, rejoin the World Health Organization and a series of other international accords and treaties Trump had exited. It will also rebuild the bridge with its NATO partners. It will once again take an active role internationally, dealing with issues that are important to the future of all the countries of the world.\nThere is no doubt that a Biden Presidency will bring a wave of change to global politics and policies. In fact, the President-elect himself said it succinctly, “America is back – we’re at the head of the table once again.”\nALSO READ: Dyson Launched An AI-Driven ‘V11 Absolute Pro’ Cord-Free Vacuum Cleaner\nIn his farewell speech 32 years ago, a Republican President referred to America as “a shining city on a hill,” a metaphor he had used to describe the country throughout his eight-year presidency. Ronald Reagan, who was then engaged in a Cold War with the Soviet Union, always saw America as a force for good.\nIronically, it is that vision of America as a force for good that Trump – who came to power promising to “make America great again” – destroyed in 1,461 days. Biden, a 39-year-old Senator when Reagan entered the White House, is now ready to make America a force for good again and revive the construct of the nation as a “shining city on a hill”. (IANS)\n(Frank F. Islam is an entrepreneur, civic and thought leader based in Washington DC. The views expressed here are personal)",
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When the Mars Perseverance rover lands on the Red Planet on February 18, it will not only collect stunning images and rock samples, the data it returns may also include some recorded sounds from Mars which will the first-ever sound clips from any planet, NASA has revealed.
The rover carries a pair of microphones which — if all goes as planned — will provide interesting and historic audio of the arrival and landing at Mars, along with sounds of the rover at work and of wind and other ambient noise.
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“It is stunning all the science we can get with an instrument as simple as a microphone on Mars,” said Baptiste Chide from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and a contributor to the SuperCam’ microphone.
The way many things sound on Earth would be slightly different on the Red Planet. That’s because the Martian atmosphere is only 1 percent as dense as Earth’s atmosphere at the surface and has a different makeup than ours, which affects sound emission and propagation.
“But the discrepancy between sounds on Earth and Mars would be much less dramatic than, for example, someone’s voice before and after inhaling helium from a balloon,” the US space agency said in a statement.
One microphone aboard Perseverance, located on the SuperCam instrument atop the rover’s mast, will be used for science and to record audio of Perseverance and natural sounds on Mars. It will capture sounds of the rover’s laser turning rock into plasma when it hits a target to gather information on rock properties, including hardness. Since the SuperCam microphone is located on the rover’s remote sensing mast, it can be pointed in the direction of a potential sound source.
An additional experimental microphone aboard the rover will attempt to record sounds during the mission’s super-tricky entry, descent, and landing (EDL). It may capture, for example, sounds of pyrotechnic devices firing to release the parachute, the Martian winds, wheels crunching down on the Martian surface, and the roaring engines of the descent vehicle as it flies safely away from the rover.
ALSO READ: NASA Is Planning To Bring The Pristine Sample From Mars Back To Earth
“We put a little grid at the end of the microphone to protect it from Martian dust,” said Dave Gruel from JPL. “I think it’s going to be really neat to actually hear sounds from another planet.”
The Mars 2020 mission is part of a larger program that includes missions to the Moon as a way to prepare for human exploration of the Red Planet. Charged with returning astronauts to the Moon by 2024, NASA will establish a sustained human presence on and around the Moon by 2028 through NASA’s Artemis lunar exploration plans. (IANS)
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MSMEs should adopt the new technologies and solutions which would help them reach the next level of growth, a senior official said.
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As digital technologies make business processes automated and establish new productivity benchmarks, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) should adopt the new technologies and solutions which would help them reach the next level of growth, a senior official said.
At a recent session of the MSME Business Forum, Ramanan Ramanathan, Mission Director, Atal Innovation Mission, Niti Aayog noted that with support from the government for going digital, India is leading the growth in driving digital initiatives.
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“India is the fastest-growing e-commerce market. Digital payments have grown at a CAGR of 61 percent over the past three years. MSMEs can leapfrog to the next level and power India’s economy to a different level by leveraging digital technologies’ power,” a statement by MSME Business Forum quoted him as saying.
The official added that MSMEs can use technologies such as the cloud to roll out digital business models quickly. Additionally, technologies like AI, IoT, Blockchain, and Analytics can be leveraged to their full potential to roll out innovative products and service business models, he said.
ALSO READ: Survey: Digital Tools Can Enable In-Class Teaching In Rural Govt Schools
“The Indian MSME sector stands at the cusp of a new dawn. It has a golden opportunity to springboard to a new level by leveraging digital technologies’ power and potential. For the MSME sector, it is now time to embrace the future, and this is the perfect time to do so,” Ramanathan said. (IANS)
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Bharat Biotech, makers of India's first indigenous vaccine for Covid has advised people not to take 'Covaxin' if they have allergies, fever.
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Bharat Biotech, makers of India’s first indigenous vaccine for Covid-19, has advised people not to take ‘Covaxin’ if they have allergies, fever, bleeding disorder, are on blood thinners, immune-compromised, or are on medicines that affect the immune system.
The Hyderabad-based vaccine-maker, in a fact sheet for recipients and caregivers, said that even pregnant and nursing women should not take the vaccine. People who have taken another Covid-19 vaccine or are suffering from any other serious health-related issues should also not take Covaxin.
Bharat Biotech reiterated that the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) had authorised the “restricted use of Covaxin under clinical trial mode”.
“Individuals who are prioritised under the public health programme of the Health Ministry will be covered under this endeavour. Informing the individuals about the offer to vaccinate them with Covaxin will rest with the respective government programme officials. Those offered Covaxin at pre-specified booths will have the option to receive or reject the administration of the vaccine,” says the fact sheet that surfaced on Tuesday. Company sources told IANS that the fact sheet was issued last week.
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“As with any new medicine, this vaccine will be closely monitored to allow quick identification of any new safety information,” said Bharat Biotech. Side effects can be reported to toll-free number 18001022245.
The vaccine-maker said that in phase 1 and 2 clinical trials, Covaxin has demonstrated the ability to produce antibodies against Covid-19. However, the clinical efficacy of Covaxin is yet to be established and it is still being studied in phase 3 clinical trial.
In phase 1 and 2 trials, 680 people were administered two doses each of Covaxin. The phase 3 clinical trial with 25,800 participants is on. The first dose was administered to them on January 6. In the ongoing clinical trial, Covaxin has shown to generate immunity following two doses given four weeks apart, the firm said.
Covaxin, which Bharat Biotech developed in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research and National Institute of Virology, and ‘Covishield’, developed by Oxford University and pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca and manufactured by Serum Institute of India at Pune, have been cleared by the DCGI for emergency use. Both the vaccines are in use during the nationwide immunisation programme launched on January 16.
The move to include Covaxin even before the publication of data from its phase 3 trial had come under criticism from some quarters. However, the regulator had defended the decision by saying that both the vaccines were totally safe.
ALSO READ: Do Not Neglect Your Child! It May Put An Effect on His/Her Brain Functioning
Over 500 adverse reactions were reported from across the country during two days of immunisation. Two deaths were also reported but the government clarified that these were not related to vaccination.
Bharat Biotech said in case of any Serious Adverse Events (SAV), vaccine recipients will be provided medically recognised standards of care in government-designated and authorised centers/hospitals. Compensation for the serious adverse event will be paid by Bharat Biotech International Limited and if SAV is proved to be causally related to the vaccine. The compensation amount will be determined by the ICMR Central Ethics Committee, it added. (IANS)
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The Narendra Modi government has come up with a list of 42 big reforms or initiatives it has brought after coming to power in 2014.
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The Narendra Modi government has come up with a list of 42 big reforms or initiatives it has brought after coming to power in 2014 for the betterment of the country. The government has decided to publicize these reforms and initiatives to counter the alleged “negative campaign”.
The new agriculture laws that have triggered protests by farmers are among the list of 42 initiatives. Apart from that, some other initiatives that made to the list are an abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, GST, Triple Talaq, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and creation of the post of Chief of Defence Staff, among others.
The government has faced criticism over issues like the farm laws and the Citizenship Amendment Act. The government has also faced criticism over bringing the National Register of Citizens (NRC) across the country.
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Initially, the government sought a five-page presentation from all the ministries on the reforms or initiatives carried out by its departments in the last six years, which have made positive differences in the lives of the common people.
The government has directed to give details on what exactly is the reform, who has benefited from it, how long has the reform been in discussion and if it is implemented, and if not then when can it be finalized.
Sources said that these presentations were sent to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), especially to the Cabinet Secretary and the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister. Further, the ministries have been directed to send regular updates to the Cabinet Secretary and the Principal Secretary to the PM.
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The NDA government came to power for the first time in May 2014 and is in its second term since 2019.
After a massive exercise, a list of 42 reforms and initiatives were finalized. The ministries were thereafter directed to send the details of these reforms to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting so that they could be publicized.
Few other initiatives that made the list of 42 are Skill India under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Ujala scheme under the Ministry of Power, Udan under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, labor code under the Ministry of Labour, the National Education Policy under the Ministry of Education and ‘Beti Bacho Beti Padao’, among other big-ticket policy decisions cutting across ministries and departments.
ALSO READ: Indian Flag Seen At Pro-Trump Rally Which Some Indian-Americans Joined
Sources said that the government feels that there is a negative campaign going on against it despite making reforms and bringing new initiatives for the betterment of the country. (IANS)
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui begs to differ when you tell him he is typecast in a particular kind of roles. He insists it is the Bollywood mainstream hero.
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui begs to differ when you tell him he is typecast in a particular kind of roles. He insists it is the Bollywood mainstream hero who is pigeonholed into doing similar roles.
“I think I am the actor who does different characters and the one who gets typecast is the hero in Bollywood, who in their over 30 to 36 years’ career do only one role. Thank god I got the opportunity to do different roles. If I am doing a �Manto’ then I am also doing a �Thackeray’. If I am playing a police officer in ‘Raat Akeli Hai’, at the same time there is �Serious Men’, too,” Nawazuddin told IANS.
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The actor has three films lined up in the coming months as of now — “No Land’s Man”, the rom-com “Jogira Sara Ra Ra” and “Bole Chudiyan”. He says the focus continues to be on “doing a different character”.
“I have done �Photograph’ and I have also done �Kick’. So, I think the opportunity to play various roles the industry gave me is amazing,” he added.
He feels the there is some “misconception about typecast” when it comes to our films.
“The hero gets typecast. If you see in the last 40 years, a hero has been doing one kind of role. There is only one kind of gesture and posture. There is one kind of costume and expression. Everything is of one kind. The one who does the same things get typecast,” he said.
Nawazuddin feels grateful that he did not headline a “formula film” as a hero.
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“Thank god I did not become a hero — as in, a hero in the typical formula film. If I do that then I will leave this profession because I will get bored doing the same thing. So, thanks to the industry that they saw me in various roles. They want to see me in different roles and they will keep seeing me in different roles,” he said. (IANS)
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Every year the festival Makar Sankranti is celebrated on 14th January on the basis of the solar cycle. The auspicious festival is dedicated to Lord Sun.
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BY SHWETA PORWAL
Makar Sankranti or Maghi is a Hindu festival celebrated in January which marks the termination of the winter season and the beginning of a new Harvest season. The day is observed each year in the lunar month of Magha which corresponds with the month of January as per the Gregorian calendar.
Every year the festival is celebrated on 14th January on the basis of the solar cycle. The auspicious festival is dedicated to Lord Sun. On this day, the sun enters the zodiac sign of Capricorn or makar marking the end of shorter days and the beginning of longer days. People of India and Nepal celebrate the festival everywhere with different rituals.
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The outline of the festival holds very basic information but if we dive deep into the matter, you will find plenty of hidden gems and facts about Makar Sankranti.
So, let’s take a look at 10 hidden facts of Makar Sankranti:
A Hindu festival based on Solar Cycle:
Makar Sankranti is one of the few Hindu festivals that take place on the basis of the Solar cycle. While most Hindu festivals take place on the basis of the Lunar cycle.
Different places, different Names:
Almost every Indian state celebrates the festival with different names. In Haryana and Punjab, it is known as Lohri, Uttar Pradesh – Kichdi, Assam- Bhogali, Bihar- Til Sankranti, Tamil Nadu- Pongal.
The beginning of the auspicious spring season:
The festival marks the end of winter and the beginning of warmer and longer days of the spring season. The festival and day are regarded auspicious as the days are considered sacred overnights by the Hindus.
The significance of flying kites:
Gathering and flying kites are termed as an auspicious ritual of the festival. The main significance of the ritual indicates the old tradition where surviving a long winter season includes a lot of infections and sickness. So, basking in the sun would help to kill all the bad bacteria to a certain extent.
The story of Bhisma’s death on Makar Sankranti:
It is believed that in Mahabharat, Bhisma while lying on the bed of arrows prepared by Arjun, waited until the dawn of Makar Sankranti to finally take his last breath.
A festival of Gudd and Til:
Do you know, why we say, “Til Gudd Kha Gudd Gudd Bola”? It is believed that the Lord Sun never got along with his son Shani. On the day of Makar Sankranti, Lord Sun visits Shani and finally forgives him. The festival is marked as a day of Forgiveness, forgetting past quarrels, and say words of love.
The significance of cow worship on Makar Sankranti:
The worship of cows is defined as a god sent aid for agriculture. It is believed that Shiva ordered Nandi to remain on Earth and help the people plow the fields as they would need more food grains now.
Makar Sankranti is the Thanksgiving of India:
The festival is a celebration of the harvest, a day to greet family, share a meal together, and exchange pleasantries.
ALSO READ: Lohri : Things You Must Know About The Harvest Festival
A festival celebrated on the same day of the English calendar every year:
Makar Sankranti is the only festival of Hindu that matches with the Gregorian Calendar. It always takes place on January 14.
Approximately 1500 years ago, when Aryabhatta was alive, Makar Sankranti and Uttrayan Coincided, due to which the festival is also known as Uttrayan.
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"BY SHWETA PORWAL\nMakar Sankranti or Maghi is a Hindu festival celebrated in January which marks the termination of the winter season and the beginning of a new Harvest season. The day is observed each year in the lunar month of Magha which corresponds with the month of January as per the Gregorian calendar.\nEvery year the festival is celebrated on 14th January on the basis of the solar cycle. The auspicious festival is dedicated to Lord Sun. On this day, the sun enters the zodiac sign of Capricorn or makar marking the end of shorter days and the beginning of longer days. People of India and Nepal celebrate the festival everywhere with different rituals.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nThe outline of the festival holds very basic information but if we dive deep into the matter, you will find plenty of hidden gems and facts about Makar Sankranti.\nSo, let’s take a look at 10 hidden facts of Makar Sankranti:\nA Hindu festival based on Solar Cycle:\nMakar Sankranti is one of the few Hindu festivals that take place on the basis of the Solar cycle. While most Hindu festivals take place on the basis of the Lunar cycle.\nDifferent places, different Names:\nAlmost every Indian state celebrates the festival with different names. In Haryana and Punjab, it is known as Lohri, Uttar Pradesh – Kichdi, Assam- Bhogali, Bihar- Til Sankranti, Tamil Nadu- Pongal.\nThe beginning of the auspicious spring season:\nThe festival marks the end of winter and the beginning of warmer and longer days of the spring season. The festival and day are regarded auspicious as the days are considered sacred overnights by the Hindus.\nThe significance of flying kites:\nGathering and flying kites are termed as an auspicious ritual of the festival. The main significance of the ritual indicates the old tradition where surviving a long winter season includes a lot of infections and sickness. So, basking in the sun would help to kill all the bad bacteria to a certain extent.\nThe story of Bhisma’s death on Makar Sankranti:\nIt is believed that in Mahabharat, Bhisma while lying on the bed of arrows prepared by Arjun, waited until the dawn of Makar Sankranti to finally take his last breath.\nA festival of Gudd and Til:\nDo you know, why we say, “Til Gudd Kha Gudd Gudd Bola”? It is believed that the Lord Sun never got along with his son Shani. On the day of Makar Sankranti, Lord Sun visits Shani and finally forgives him. The festival is marked as a day of Forgiveness, forgetting past quarrels, and say words of love.\nThe significance of cow worship on Makar Sankranti:\nThe worship of cows is defined as a god sent aid for agriculture. It is believed that Shiva ordered Nandi to remain on Earth and help the people plow the fields as they would need more food grains now.\nMakar Sankranti is the Thanksgiving of India:\nThe festival is a celebration of the harvest, a day to greet family, share a meal together, and exchange pleasantries.\nALSO READ: Lohri : Things You Must Know About The Harvest Festival\nA festival celebrated on the same day of the English calendar every year:\nMakar Sankranti is the only festival of Hindu that matches with the Gregorian Calendar. It always takes place on January 14.\nApproximately 1500 years ago, when Aryabhatta was alive, Makar Sankranti and Uttrayan Coincided, due to which the festival is also known as Uttrayan.",
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Access to bare necessities has improved across the country and is highest in Kerala, Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat, while it is lowest in Odisha, Jharkhand.
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Access to bare necessities has improved across the country and is highest in Kerala, Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat, while it is lowest in Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Tripura, the economic blueprint by Finance Ministry’s Chief Economic Adviser Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian stated on Friday.
The bare necessities of housing, water, sanitation, electricity, and clean cooking fuel are jointly consumed by all the members of a household. They, therefore, are durable assets. According to the Economic Survey 2021, compared to 2012, access to the bare necessities has improved across all States in the country in 2018.
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“Access to bare necessities is the highest in the states such as Kerala, Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat while it is the lowest in Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Tripura,” the survey stated.
The improvements are widespread as they span each of the five dimensions viz., access to water, housing, sanitation, micro-environment, and other facilities. Inter-state disparities in the access to the bare necessities have declined in 2018 when compared to 2012 across rural and urban areas.
“This is because the states where the level of access to the bare necessities was low in 2012 have gained relatively more between 2012 and 2018.”
Access to the bare necessities has improved disproportionately more for the poorest households when compared to the richest households across rural and urban areas.
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“The improvement is particularly noteworthy because while the rich can seek private alternatives, lobby for better services, or if need be, move to areas where public goods are better provided for, the poor rarely have such choices,” the blueprint further said.
Improved access to the bare necessities correlates with future improvements in education indicators. The thrust should be given to reduce variation in the access to bare necessities across states, between rural and urban, and between income groups, on bare necessities. (IANS)
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Knowing the fact that the decision that you make will become a significant part of your life makes it even more stressful to choose your career path.
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Choosing a profession is not an easy process at all, in fact, it is the opposite of easy: you need to find an interesting field in which you see yourself. Knowing the fact that the decision that you make will become a significant part of your life makes it even more stressful to choose your career path.
Combining your preferences in one profession is not that difficult anymore in this digital era. Being a content creator is a dream job for some people, combining their love of social media and transferring it for the perfect source of material income.
However, the path to reach that point, where you can turn your content into a source of income can be challenging. For a content creator, it is important to know how to use digital services correctly, so that you can get a lot of good advantages from them. In this article, you can find some tips and useful information about what kind of benefits social media can bring to you and how you can turn your account into your brand.
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Learn how to run social media page
At first sight, it seems easy to create and use social networks. Well, yes, it is easy, but only when you are using a personal account, to share your hobbies or communications with friends. If you have bigger plans, as you want to create a business page it requires more energy, time, and knowledge. In the beginning, you need to decide the content and the category for your account. Do you want to run a business page or art page? Or maybe educational content is more interesting for you, so the decision is up to you. After picking the content, you can choose which media platform is suiting your preferred category better. For example, if you want to make videos, YouTube is the best option for you, or if you like writing blog posts, you can check WordPress. Interesting content is the first step of getting advantages from social media to your career progression.
Increase the visibility of your page
Once you have chosen the type of your content and the platform on which you want to work, the next step is to get as much attention as you can. To get benefits from your social network, one of the most important parts is to collect the audience. To become successful in your career with the help of social media, there are different ways, depending on the content and working field again. For example, if you are a musician and you use the musical platforms for your work and want to get more popular, you can increase your visibility with the help of spotifystorm, or maybe you want to be a successful influencer on Instagram, you can sponsor your page, and so on. In the process of getting popular, it is important not to forget to communicate with your audience. You need to remember that these people are behind the success of your account. You have to find the preferred way of communication with your audience and engage with them accordingly. Pay enough attention, read and answer all their comments, messages, or reviews. And most importantly, try to always be nice and polite.
Get to know works like your
It is important to be unique and offer people original content in your field, however, it is also important to check similar pages of yours. It is a good way to improve yourself with the help of people who already have reached success in your career path. You can have a look at their way of managing their accounts, see how they started, and how they improved themselves. Also, you can communicate and send messages to them, ask questions or just tell how you appreciate their work; Moreover, if you have some business ideas and want to collaborate with them- don’t hesitate to contact them directly. By social media, it is much easier to get connected with necessary people.
ALSO READ: UNEP Says There Is An Increase In Climate Litigations
Summary
As we have seen social media has a lot of advantages and the important part is to learn how to use them properly. With the proper strategy, it can help us to improve ourselves, improve our career, and maybe also find our dream job. Today nothing is impossible with the help of social media, so follow our tips and learn how to use social media for your benefit.
(Disclaimer: This article is sponsored and hence promote links of commercial interest.)
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Clinicians are aware of the risk of autism associated with certain genetic conditions in order to improve opportunities for early diagnosis.
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New research has revealed that people with certain genetic conditions are likely to have significant symptoms of autism, even if they do not meet all diagnostic criteria. More than half of individuals with one of four genetic conditions had significant autistic symptoms, despite not qualifying for a formal diagnosis, said researchers from Cardiff University.
The findings, published in The American Journal of Psychiatry, show clinical services need to adapt so that people diagnosed with autism-linked genetic conditions are not denied access to vital support and interventions.
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“Although many of those who were included in this study would not have met all of the criteria which define someone as having autism, more than half of those with these genetic conditions had significant symptoms associated with it — such as social and communication difficulties or repetitive behaviors,” explained Dr. Samuel Chawner, based at Cardiff University’s MRC Centre for Neuropsychiatric Genetics and Genomic.
The international study analyzed data from 547 people who had been diagnosed with one of four genetic conditions, also known as copy number variants (CNVs), associated with a high chance of autism. The results showed a high prevalence of autism in individuals with these four genetic conditions, ranging from 23 percent to 58 percent.
Using clinical cut-offs, the team also found 54 percent of people with these genetic conditions who did not meet full autism diagnostic criteria nonetheless had elevated levels of autistic symptoms. “There was also considerable variability in symptoms of autism between those who had the same genetic condition”.
ALSO READ: New Mutation In Malaria Parasite Enhancing Resistance To Drug
“Sadly, many families we have met through doing this research describe long-standing struggles in accessing autism support for their child. This is often due to a lack of integration between genetic testing services and autism diagnosis services,” Chawner noted.
It is estimated that 15 percent of autistic people and 60 percent of people with developmental delay have a genetic condition. Low awareness of genetic conditions can also be a barrier. “It is important that clinicians are aware of the risk of autism associated with certain genetic conditions in order to improve opportunities for early diagnosis and support,” the study noted. (IANS)
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Parents, take note. If the children is self-controlled, there are chances that they may be healthier middle-aged adults, a new study suggests.
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Parents, take note. If your child is self-controlled, there are chances that they may be a healthier middle-aged adult, a new study suggests.
The study, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, determined that people who had higher levels of self-control as children were aging more slowly than their peers at age 45. Their bodies and brains were healthier and biologically younger.
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“Our population is growing older, and living longer with age-related diseases,” said the researcher, Leah Richmond-Rakerd, Assistant Professor, University of Michigan.
“It’s important to identify ways to help individuals prepare successfully for later-life challenges, and live more years free of disability. We found that self-control in early life may help set people up for healthy aging,” Richmond-Rakerd added.
For the study, the team assessed a thousand people from birth through age 45 in New Zealand, putting them through a battery of psychological and health assessments at regular intervals, the most recent being at age 45.
From ages 26 to 45, the participants were also measured for physiological signs of aging in several organ systems, including the brain. In all measures, higher childhood self-control correlated with slower aging.
The people with the highest self-control were found to walk faster and have younger-looking faces at age 45 as well.
ALSO READ: Survey: With 2 Vaccines On Ground, 69% People Hesitate To Take Vaccine
Self-control can also be taught, and the researchers suggest that a societal investment in such training could improve life span and quality of life, not only in childhood but also perhaps in midlife, the researcher said.
There is ample evidence that changing behaviors in midlife (quitting smoking or taking up exercise) leads to improved outcomes, they added. (IANS)
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Filmmaker Arati Kadav does not believe in censorship of digital content. She believes the idea would snatch away the power of being fearless.
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Filmmaker Arati Kadav does not believe in censorship of digital content. She believes the idea would snatch away the power of being fearless from a storyteller.
The ongoing furor over the web series “Tandav” has triggered conversation around censorship of digital content again. Opening up on the subject, Arati, who has directed the sci-fi films “Cargo” and “55km/sec”, feels instead of censoring content, the practice of inserting a rating and a disclaimer should be in place.
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“I think at least the content that we watch on the OTT platform should be free from censorship. At least this should be a space where storytellers can find their original voice fearlessly. Anyway, there is so much analysis that happens with every content and there is a consciousness of analyzing everything, on what is outrageous, what is not.” Arati kadav told IANS.
ALSO READ: More Digital Content in Regional Languages Will Boost India’s Digital Economy: Google
“There is a fear of ‘what if it hurts sentiment’? In a way with censorship on digital shows, we will end up listening to extremist voices. I think the OTT space should be free from censorship. Yes, there should be a rating and a disclaimer inserted before content, which we do anyway. I see no reason for censoring content because who knows who is the best judge of what?” Arati Kadav added.
Highlighting the advantages of OTT platforms, Arati explained:” I think OTT platforms are creating the space to enable the plurality of voices — something that earlier used to not happen. ‘Cargo’ for instance saw the light of day thanks to the OTT platform, and a new audience has grown. Storytellers like us have found space, and producers have found an avenue to recover money from the experimental cinema.” (IANS)
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The poll indicates that an estimated one in five teenagers has symptoms of a mental health disorder such as depression or anxiety.
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One in three parents strongly support schools having mental health programmes like peer support leaders, a new poll suggests. The poll indicates that an estimated one in five teenagers has symptoms of a mental health disorder such as depression or anxiety and suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens. But the first person a teen confides in may not always be an adult — they may prefer to talk to another teen.
“Peers may provide valuable support for fellow teens struggling with emotional issues because they can relate to each other,” Sarah Clark from the University of Michigan in the US, said in a statement.
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“Some teens may worry that their parents will overreact or not understand what they are going through. Teachers and school counsellors may also have limited time to talk with students in the middle of other responsibilities,” Clark added.
According to the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health at Michigan Medicine, three-quarters of parents in a new national poll think peers better understand teen challenges, compared to teachers or counsellors in the school.
The majority also agree that peer support leaders at school would encourage more teens to talk with someone about their mental health problems.
The poll found that 38 per cent believe if their own teen was struggling with a mental health problem, their teen would likely talk to a peer support leader and 41 per cent of parents say it’s possible their teen would take advantage of this option.
ALSO READ: Is Tandav Web Series Promoting Religious Flares? Know The Reason Behind Controversy!
Another 21 per cent said it’s unlikely their child would seek support from a peer mentor.
The nationally representative poll report included responses from 1,000 parents of teens aged between 13-18 about their views on programmes like peer support leaders. (IANS)
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The reality is that the pandemic has resulted in a significant increase in raw meat orders online and key delivery players
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Notwithstanding the brouhaha over whether the meat eateries are serving halal or jhatka meat or the recent Bird Flu scare, the reality is that the pandemic has resulted in a significant increase in raw meat orders online and key delivery players like FreshToHome, Licious, Zappfresh and BigBasket have seen three times growth in meat orders since the outbreak of the pandemic in India.
The online meat delivery market was fairly nascent with market size of Rs 700 crore in 2019. While the broader meat market has largely been unorganized, online is now growing fast as the players have successfully targeted consumer pain points associated with purchasing meat from local butchers.
“Especially, super verticals like Licious and FreshToHome have quickly gained prominence. Even verticals like Big Basket are upping their meat game,” according to Bengaluru-based market research firm RedSeer.
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While India’s overall meat market was Rs 330K crore in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2019, it is set to grow to more than Rs 460K crore by 2024, the firm forecasts.
The Covid-19 scare, which forced people to stop going to their friendly neighborhood meat shops, has helped online players to a great extent. They immediately jumped on to the bandwagon, successfully targeting consumer pain points like lack of hygiene, fewer options, and longer wait time at the shops.
“The meat provided by online players is clean, without any stain of blood, and has negligible odor. The online players also differ in terms of the width of offerings e, especially ready-to-cook/ready-to-eat ones. The pieces are of high quality, rich in nutritional benefits, and ideal for urban, young, working consumers,” the report noted.
Meat market includes fish (freshwater and sea fish), poultry (bird meat, ex-eggs) mutton (goat and lamb meat), pork, and beef.
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More than 70 percent of the Indian population consumes meat in some form or the other. This is particularly prominent in eastern and southern India.
For instance, more than 98 percent of the population in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh consumes meat and fish, according to the report.
“Success of online meat providers is due to vertically-integrated supply chains with high bars on quality. Also, the players have innovated to provide consumers a wide set of offerings, and attracted them through highly relevant and contextual marketing,” RedSeer informed.
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FreshToHome is the world’s largest fully integrated online brand in fresh fish, poultry, and meat e-commerce, with approximately 1.5 million orders per month and an $85 million (nearly Rs 600 crore) annualized sales run rate on its platform.
FreshToHome said it enables its marketplace sellers to source and sell high-quality meat and fish directly from livestock farmers and fishermen and is present in most major Indian cities and the UAE.
The fresh fish and meat e-commerce platform in October last year raised $121 million (approximately Rs 891.5 crore) in a Series C funding round.
“Covid-19 transformed the fish and meat purchasing behavior of consumers dramatically. Due to safety concerns, consumers made the habit-forming shift to e-commerce and we saw online demand for our products going up many folds this year,” said Shan Kadavil, Co-Founder and CEO of FreshToHome.
The online meat market has grown more than 2.5-3 times since Covid.
ALSO READ: How Will People And Societies Change In The Wake Of The Pandemic
“This was driven by Covid-related apprehensions while purchasing from offline/local butchers. The online players effectively communicated their superior quality and hygiene practices, which boosted consumer confidence,” the RedSeer report noted.
Therefore, online players gained a significant number of new users since the Covid-19 outbreak, even as existing users ordered more, which boosted volumes. (IANS)
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"Notwithstanding the brouhaha over whether the meat eateries are serving halal or jhatka meat or the recent Bird Flu scare, the reality is that the pandemic has resulted in a significant increase in raw meat orders online and key delivery players like FreshToHome, Licious, Zappfresh and BigBasket have seen three times growth in meat orders since the outbreak of the pandemic in India.\nThe online meat delivery market was fairly nascent with market size of Rs 700 crore in 2019. While the broader meat market has largely been unorganized, online is now growing fast as the players have successfully targeted consumer pain points associated with purchasing meat from local butchers.\n“Especially, super verticals like Licious and FreshToHome have quickly gained prominence. Even verticals like Big Basket are upping their meat game,” according to Bengaluru-based market research firm RedSeer.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nWhile India’s overall meat market was Rs 330K crore in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2019, it is set to grow to more than Rs 460K crore by 2024, the firm forecasts.\nThe Covid-19 scare, which forced people to stop going to their friendly neighborhood meat shops, has helped online players to a great extent. They immediately jumped on to the bandwagon, successfully targeting consumer pain points like lack of hygiene, fewer options, and longer wait time at the shops.\n“The meat provided by online players is clean, without any stain of blood, and has negligible odor. The online players also differ in terms of the width of offerings e, especially ready-to-cook/ready-to-eat ones. The pieces are of high quality, rich in nutritional benefits, and ideal for urban, young, working consumers,” the report noted.\nMeat market includes fish (freshwater and sea fish), poultry (bird meat, ex-eggs) mutton (goat and lamb meat), pork, and beef.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nMore than 70 percent of the Indian population consumes meat in some form or the other. This is particularly prominent in eastern and southern India.\nFor instance, more than 98 percent of the population in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh consumes meat and fish, according to the report.\n“Success of online meat providers is due to vertically-integrated supply chains with high bars on quality. Also, the players have innovated to provide consumers a wide set of offerings, and attracted them through highly relevant and contextual marketing,” RedSeer informed.\nWant to read more in Hindi? Checkout: लॉन्च हुआ भारतीय रेलवे माल व्यापार विकास पोर्टल, पढ़िए Key Points\nFreshToHome is the world’s largest fully integrated online brand in fresh fish, poultry, and meat e-commerce, with approximately 1.5 million orders per month and an $85 million (nearly Rs 600 crore) annualized sales run rate on its platform.\nFreshToHome said it enables its marketplace sellers to source and sell high-quality meat and fish directly from livestock farmers and fishermen and is present in most major Indian cities and the UAE.\nThe fresh fish and meat e-commerce platform in October last year raised $121 million (approximately Rs 891.5 crore) in a Series C funding round.\n“Covid-19 transformed the fish and meat purchasing behavior of consumers dramatically. Due to safety concerns, consumers made the habit-forming shift to e-commerce and we saw online demand for our products going up many folds this year,” said Shan Kadavil, Co-Founder and CEO of FreshToHome.\nThe online meat market has grown more than 2.5-3 times since Covid.\nALSO READ: How Will People And Societies Change In The Wake Of The Pandemic\n“This was driven by Covid-related apprehensions while purchasing from offline/local butchers. The online players effectively communicated their superior quality and hygiene practices, which boosted consumer confidence,” the RedSeer report noted.\nTherefore, online players gained a significant number of new users since the Covid-19 outbreak, even as existing users ordered more, which boosted volumes. (IANS)",
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As tumultuous 2020 was for the art industry a significant part of both viewing art and buying it has changed. The trends of art has changed.
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As tumultuous 2020 was for the art industry, forcing galleries and museums to close and driving collectors to digital platforms, a significant part of both viewing art and buying it has changed. Experts from the world of art predict that the virtual is here to stay and 2021 will continue to present opportunities for all stakeholders to engage as a community.
According to Sanjoy K Roy, Managing Director, Teamwork Arts, Covid-19 has certainly put a spotlight on virtual arts and the entertainment sector. He said: “‘Intimate and focussed’ could well be the new mantra to replace ‘bigger and brighter’. Solo performances could bring talent and excellence back to the fore. Innovation in social and cultural celebrations and incorporation of the arts to provide a sense of place, identity, and tradition, are the need of today and tomorrow. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and virtual reality could help traverse the world instead of the flatbed or the cramped seat. Hosting a virtual performance requires the same care and attention as a live event.”
Follow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.
He added: “The sad reality is that without policy intervention and strong state support as we have seen across Europe and the developed world, the entertainment and arts sector will find it difficult to survive the twin onslaught of the pandemic and its consequent economic downturn. What is rarely understood is that the Creative Economy is a necessity and not a luxury and will lead to job and wealth creation. Without the arts, you will have neither innovation nor creativity!”
Roshini Vadehra, Director, Vadehra Art Gallery told IANSlife: “2021 will have the Indian art world slowly come back to the physical space. Galleries like ours are now holding physical exhibitions at our gallery spaces. The digital initiatives in 2020 have drawn in a new crop of collectors with several young people starting to build collections. The audience that the digital space has helped build will continue to expand with 2021 also having a hybrid model of virtual and physical for exhibitions, art fairs, and auctions.”
Somak Mitra, Director of Kolkata-based Gallery Art Exposure added: “Due to the pandemic, we have made a major shift in boosting our social media presence which resulted in reaching out to a lot of young collectors across the world. We see this trend getting boosted further in 2021 where social media will play a big role in boosting our overall sales. We also see cutting edge contemporary art hitting it big in 2021.”
Seeing a silver lining, noted artist Seema Kohli believes that the virtual space is here to stay and the pandemic has opened doors to new possibilities of online buying.
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: यूएई में प्रवासी भारतीय ने बनाया सबसे बड़ा ग्रीटिंग कार्ड, रिकॉर्ड कायम
“We can give in to the fact that people are spending more time at home and also indulging in various online auctions, art appreciation courses, visiting virtual shows. This they were probably not doing earlier because of travel time which they are now gaining by going online. In fact, art saw different openings in online auctions and online buying through galleries too. International buying was much easier and boundaries became more fluid. The galleries which were opening only within states saw the interested buyers not only nationally but internationally. The works with lower prices were easily accessible and so were the works of more established artists and also masters. The markets seemed to be booming in many areas. I do see this not as a trend but a way of life,” Delhi-based Kohli told IANSlife.
Art curator and critic Priyanka Banerjee believes artists were compelled to take recourse to the virtual media during this time and anticipates greater demand for tranquil, green spaces in the visual arts, as most of the people have led a quarantined existence. “I see a greater appreciation for fine arts. Artworks, sculptures, photographs on nature will be in demand and will soothe the senses. Nature imageries are synonymous with tranquility, rejuvenation, renewal, and growth- all of which will be the focal points of artworks in the coming year.”
ALSO READ: Know About The Barabar Hill Caves Near Gaya
Artist Sangeeta Gupta said, “I have been contemplating this issue for the last nine months. Art needs an interface, visual conversation. But it is not possible in the present scenario therefore, the digital platform becomes the only recourse for the display and sale of art. The new generation prefers to buy everything online, art will be no exception.” (IANS)
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Taking a regular afternoon nap can keep your brain sharp as a new study suggests that afternoon napping is linked to better mental agility.
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Taking a regular afternoon nap can keep your brain sharp as a new study suggests that afternoon napping is linked to better mental agility.
The researchers, including Wei Li from the Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China, suggests that afternoon nap seems to be associated with better locational awareness, verbal fluency and working memory.
For the study, published in the journal General Psychiatry, the researchers involved 2,214 ostensibly healthy people aged at least 60 and residents of several large cities around China.
In all, 1,534 took a regular afternoon nap, while 680 did not. All participants underwent a series of health checks and cognitive assessments, including the Mini Mental State Exam (MMSE) to check for dementia.
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The average length of night time sleep was around 6.5 hours in both groups. Afternoon naps were defined as periods of at least five consecutive minutes of sleep, but no more than 2 hours, and taken after lunch. Participants were asked how often they napped during the week — this ranged from once a week to every day.
The dementia screening tests included 30 items that measured several aspects of cognitive ability, and higher function, including visuospatial skills, working memory, attention span, problem-solving, locational awareness and verbal fluency.
The MMSE cognitive performance scores were significantly higher among the nappers than they were among those who did not nap.
And there were significant differences in locational awareness, verbal fluency, and memory.
This is an observational study, and so can’t establish the cause. And there was no information on the duration or timing of the naps taken, which may be important, the researchers said.
But there are some possible explanations for the observations found, say the researchers.
ALSO READ: Hard Hitting Documentary Nails Chinese Misinformation On Virus
One theory is that inflammation is a mediator between mid-day naps and poor health outcomes; inflammatory chemicals have an important role in sleep disorders, note the researchers.
Sleep regulates the body’s immune response and napping is thought to be an evolved response to inflammation; people with higher levels of inflammation also nap more often, explain the researchers. (IANS)
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The name Neel Kanth bird means "blue throat," a name associated with Indian deity Shiva, whose blue throat resulted from drinking poison.
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It was early morning in Tal Chapar blackbuck sanctuary in Rajasthan. “Pull over” I shouted in excitement and my friend, veteran wildlife photographer Kamal Sahansi, braked hard on the jeep. “Neel Kanth, wow! Beautiful” don’t make any sound. Just click,” said Sahansi, sharing expert advice.
There it was, my favorite bird-the Indian roller on a perch, looking up at the skies as if communicating with the almighty. Called the Neel Kanth in India, it is considered auspicious. People say if you get ‘darshan’ of Neel Kanth during the Navratra festival, your wish comes true.
According to popular belief, Lord Rama is said to have seen the Neel Kanth before setting on his journey to fight Ravana. Folklore says that sighting a Neel Kanth on Dussehra helps absolve people of their sins. To exploit this sentiment, poachers hunt the India roller and ‘exploit” the faithful by organizing ‘darshans’ in lieu of money — which is illegal.
Follow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.
This was my first ‘encounter’ with the Indian roller and he sat quietly. It wasn’t interested in giving us a demonstration of his wonderful acrobatics from where it gets its name from.
A flash of blue, a splash of orange around the eyes, and a beautiful roll in the air describe this exquisite bird. The roller rolls in the air in a flash of blue and ochre. It could be catching insects, giving them a flash of its beauty before they disappear down its throat. One wonders whether this bird was given a chance to be considered our national bird, a title that the peacock has won. While the species is found from Southeast Asia to the Arabian Peninsula, Indian rollers are commonly found in the heavily populated plains of India, therefore figuring prominently in local lore.
The name Neel Kanth means “blue throat,” a name associated with Indian deity Shiva, whose blue throat resulted from drinking poison. Other common names are “blue crow” or “blue jay,” perhaps because rollers display crow-like attributes – being noisy, comfortable around humans, and omnivorous.
One can identify the Indian roller is a stocky, medium-sized bird with an overall drab brown appearance whilst perched. The bird is approximately 26-27 cm long and both male and female Indian rollers look alike. Male rollers perform acrobatic aerial rolls during their courtship displays, and sometimes as a defensive tactic around their nests.
There are 12 species in this family. Rollers are crow-sized birds found in the warm areas of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the islands of the South Pacific and they have small bills and medium to long tail feathers. Most rollers are a combination of blue and brown in color.
They fly straight up into the air, fold their wings, and fall freely towards the ground; they then roll over and fly up again! They eat insects while they are in flight and often perch on a branch waiting for prey to go by. Indian roller is one of the most colorful birds of India whose colors are visible during flight. Found across the plains in India, it is the state bird of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Odisha. Their calls, ‘chack-chack’ are crow-like and the frenzied flapping of their wings shows off their vivid colors.
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: दुनिया की सबसे बुजुर्ग महिला केन तनाका ने मनाया अपना 118वां जन्मदिन
Their cousin, the European roller (Coracias garrulus) migrates to India during winter. Predominantly blue, the European roller is a passage migrant and visits India briefly in the winter. The dominance of the brown color is what helps to differentiate the Indian roller from the European roller. “The European roller looks the same as our Neel Kanth”, was my first reaction when I saw this species closely in Sultanpur, near Gurugram.
“See this in a flight and it looks beautiful”, says my photographer friend Vishal Chowdhary, who managed to get the flying shot. “The Indian roller has lilac color marking on its face, while the European roller has a blue head. It has no marking on the head and possesses chestnut coloration on the wing and back. In addition to this, the Indian roller has bluish, lighter and darker blue wing color combination.”
A threatened migratory bird, the European roller is the only member of the roller family to breed in Europe. Its blue and brown-colored plumage is its most distinctive feature. Until 2010, little was known about this bird’s migration patterns and wintering.
For the first time, scientists from nine countries discovered the routes taken by this species which is currently in a fragile state of conservation. Researchers have been able to uncover this information with the help of geolocators and satellite transmissions. Each year, the European roller covers close to ten thousand kilometers all the way from Europe to sub-Saharan Africa via India and repeats such a long journey again in spring.
While European rollers are on the list of the endangered species, the Indian rollers are described as least concerned by the IUCN. However, experts feel that Indian rollers are not so common these days. In fact, they are facing a crisis due to indiscriminate hunting by poachers and the use of pesticides.
ALSO READ: Sinking Earth’s Surface Will Affect 635M People
The government has launched a 10-year plan to help in the conservation of birds and their habitat. Capturing and displaying Indian rollers is illegal. They are protected under Schedule IV of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 which carries a penalty of Rs 25,000 and imprisonment. India is also the president of the Bonn Convention (Conservation of Migratory Species of Wildlife, CMS) under the UN.
Nearly 370 species of migratory birds visit India through three flyways – Central Asian Flyway (CAF), East Asian-Australasian Flyway (EAAF), and the Asian-East African Flyway (AEAF). India has been working through many programs for the protection of these species. Next time you see these beautiful birds, remember they are a boon for farmers as they eat insects and worms from farmlands. These birds are natural pest controllers. (IANS)
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"It was early morning in Tal Chapar blackbuck sanctuary in Rajasthan. “Pull over” I shouted in excitement and my friend, veteran wildlife photographer Kamal Sahansi, braked hard on the jeep. “Neel Kanth, wow! Beautiful” don’t make any sound. Just click,” said Sahansi, sharing expert advice.\nThere it was, my favorite bird-the Indian roller on a perch, looking up at the skies as if communicating with the almighty. Called the Neel Kanth in India, it is considered auspicious. People say if you get ‘darshan’ of Neel Kanth during the Navratra festival, your wish comes true.\nAccording to popular belief, Lord Rama is said to have seen the Neel Kanth before setting on his journey to fight Ravana. Folklore says that sighting a Neel Kanth on Dussehra helps absolve people of their sins. To exploit this sentiment, poachers hunt the India roller and ‘exploit” the faithful by organizing ‘darshans’ in lieu of money — which is illegal.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nThis was my first ‘encounter’ with the Indian roller and he sat quietly. It wasn’t interested in giving us a demonstration of his wonderful acrobatics from where it gets its name from.\nA flash of blue, a splash of orange around the eyes, and a beautiful roll in the air describe this exquisite bird. The roller rolls in the air in a flash of blue and ochre. It could be catching insects, giving them a flash of its beauty before they disappear down its throat. One wonders whether this bird was given a chance to be considered our national bird, a title that the peacock has won. While the species is found from Southeast Asia to the Arabian Peninsula, Indian rollers are commonly found in the heavily populated plains of India, therefore figuring prominently in local lore.\nThe name Neel Kanth means “blue throat,” a name associated with Indian deity Shiva, whose blue throat resulted from drinking poison. Other common names are “blue crow” or “blue jay,” perhaps because rollers display crow-like attributes – being noisy, comfortable around humans, and omnivorous.\nOne can identify the Indian roller is a stocky, medium-sized bird with an overall drab brown appearance whilst perched. The bird is approximately 26-27 cm long and both male and female Indian rollers look alike. Male rollers perform acrobatic aerial rolls during their courtship displays, and sometimes as a defensive tactic around their nests.\nThere are 12 species in this family. Rollers are crow-sized birds found in the warm areas of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the islands of the South Pacific and they have small bills and medium to long tail feathers. Most rollers are a combination of blue and brown in color.\nThey fly straight up into the air, fold their wings, and fall freely towards the ground; they then roll over and fly up again! They eat insects while they are in flight and often perch on a branch waiting for prey to go by. Indian roller is one of the most colorful birds of India whose colors are visible during flight. Found across the plains in India, it is the state bird of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Odisha. Their calls, ‘chack-chack’ are crow-like and the frenzied flapping of their wings shows off their vivid colors.\nWant to read more in Hindi? Checkout: दुनिया की सबसे बुजुर्ग महिला केन तनाका ने मनाया अपना 118वां जन्मदिन\nTheir cousin, the European roller (Coracias garrulus) migrates to India during winter. Predominantly blue, the European roller is a passage migrant and visits India briefly in the winter. The dominance of the brown color is what helps to differentiate the Indian roller from the European roller. “The European roller looks the same as our Neel Kanth”, was my first reaction when I saw this species closely in Sultanpur, near Gurugram.\n“See this in a flight and it looks beautiful”, says my photographer friend Vishal Chowdhary, who managed to get the flying shot. “The Indian roller has lilac color marking on its face, while the European roller has a blue head. It has no marking on the head and possesses chestnut coloration on the wing and back. In addition to this, the Indian roller has bluish, lighter and darker blue wing color combination.”\nA threatened migratory bird, the European roller is the only member of the roller family to breed in Europe. Its blue and brown-colored plumage is its most distinctive feature. Until 2010, little was known about this bird’s migration patterns and wintering.\nFor the first time, scientists from nine countries discovered the routes taken by this species which is currently in a fragile state of conservation. Researchers have been able to uncover this information with the help of geolocators and satellite transmissions. Each year, the European roller covers close to ten thousand kilometers all the way from Europe to sub-Saharan Africa via India and repeats such a long journey again in spring.\nWhile European rollers are on the list of the endangered species, the Indian rollers are described as least concerned by the IUCN. However, experts feel that Indian rollers are not so common these days. In fact, they are facing a crisis due to indiscriminate hunting by poachers and the use of pesticides.\nALSO READ: Sinking Earth’s Surface Will Affect 635M People\nThe government has launched a 10-year plan to help in the conservation of birds and their habitat. Capturing and displaying Indian rollers is illegal. They are protected under Schedule IV of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 which carries a penalty of Rs 25,000 and imprisonment. India is also the president of the Bonn Convention (Conservation of Migratory Species of Wildlife, CMS) under the UN.\nNearly 370 species of migratory birds visit India through three flyways – Central Asian Flyway (CAF), East Asian-Australasian Flyway (EAAF), and the Asian-East African Flyway (AEAF). India has been working through many programs for the protection of these species. Next time you see these beautiful birds, remember they are a boon for farmers as they eat insects and worms from farmlands. These birds are natural pest controllers. (IANS)",
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New technology reveals the adverse impact of the air pollution in New Delhi. A unique algorithm is used to process detailed reports of air pollution in NRC.
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A unique experiment to gauge the hazardous levels of polluted air in Delhi and surrounding areas, where a woman wore a backpack with novel air sensing technology, has revealed disturbing data both outdoor and indoor, a report said on Tuesday. Delhi-based Karuna Chauhan tracked the air pollution exposure throughout her daily routine in phases on the months of October-November – the peak of air pollution in the capital — and found that the pollution level increased with time. She tracked the air pollution exposure by using a Dyson wearable air sensing backpack that tracks air pollution exposure by collecting air pollution data on the move.
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Chauhan wore the backpack on October 3 (phase 1) and then again on November 8 (phase 2), repeating the same activities and routine, which included cooking at home and yoga in the park. Compared to phase 1, the pollution data collected in Phase 2 indicated a significant increase in PM2.5 levels, with average levels rising by 459 per cent. These levels remained high both indoors and outdoors, irrespective of the activity taking place.
Actions like frying food in the kitchen caused a five-fold increase in PM2.5, while visiting an outdoor market caused NO2 levels to rise to 2,500ppb, which registers as very poor on the AQI scale. Karuna’s exposure to PM2.5 and NO2 pollution peaked while she was driving on the Gurugram-Delhi expressway, the report found. “This is unsurprising as these are pollutants commonly associated with vehicle emissions as well as brake and tyre wear,” the findings showed.
The air quality backpack was developed by Dyson engineers for the Breathe London study with King’s College London and the Greater London Authority. “Using our unique algorithm to process detailed reports of air pollution exposure, this innovative technology allows us to monitor air quality indoors, outdoors and on the move. What’s more, it all fits within a backpack,” Alex Knox, Vice President of Environmental Care at Dyson, said in a statement.
ALSO READ: List Of The 5 Best Lakes In Switzerland
The company engineers analyzed the findings by pairing the air sensor and GPS data from the backpack with Chauhan’s diary entries, where she documented her activities and observations in the period wearing the air quality backpack. This allowed them to understand what may have caused the pollution and how Karuna might be able to lower her exposure in the future. “The reality of air pollution hits homes every year with the onset of winters, which bring a thick smog cover, making it a hazard for everyone,” Karuna, who is among a group of volunteers and journalists globally working with Dyson to raise awareness about air pollution, said in a statement. (IANS)
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India kicked off its two-year tenure as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with the country's tricolor being installed
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India kicked off its two-year tenure as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with the country’s tricolor being installed at the indoor stakeout area during a special ceremony on a wintry afternoon at the United Nations headquarters in New York City on Monday.
“This is a proud moment for my country and for my delegation,” Ambassador T.S. Tirumurti, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, said, in prepared remarks.
“India comes into the Security Council as the largest democracy representing one-sixth of humanity and with a strong commitment to reformed multilateralism, rule of law, a fair and equitable international system and to peace, security and development. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, we stand united as one, bound by our ethos of democracy, pluralism, and commitment to fundamental rights,” he said.
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: युवा दे रहे हैं ‘मिशन रोजगार’ को नई धार
Tirumurti framed India’s role as one that brings “human-centric and inclusive solutions to matters of international peace and security”.
“India will be a voice for the developing world” he added, echoing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks at last year’s UNGA.
ALSO READ: Indian Roller: Farmers’ friend And Auspicious Bird For Nation
India will preside over the council as UNSC President in August 2021 and again in 2022. The presidency of the UNSC is held by each member in turn for a month. Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, and Norway joined India in the latest cohort of non-permanent UNSC members. (IANS)
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"India kicked off its two-year tenure as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with the country’s tricolor being installed at the indoor stakeout area during a special ceremony on a wintry afternoon at the United Nations headquarters in New York City on Monday.\n“This is a proud moment for my country and for my delegation,” Ambassador T.S. Tirumurti, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, said, in prepared remarks.\n“India comes into the Security Council as the largest democracy representing one-sixth of humanity and with a strong commitment to reformed multilateralism, rule of law, a fair and equitable international system and to peace, security and development. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, we stand united as one, bound by our ethos of democracy, pluralism, and commitment to fundamental rights,” he said.\nWant to read more in Hindi? Checkout: युवा दे रहे हैं ‘मिशन रोजगार’ को नई धार\nTirumurti framed India’s role as one that brings “human-centric and inclusive solutions to matters of international peace and security”.\n“India will be a voice for the developing world” he added, echoing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks at last year’s UNGA.\nALSO READ: Indian Roller: Farmers’ friend And Auspicious Bird For Nation\nIndia will preside over the council as UNSC President in August 2021 and again in 2022. The presidency of the UNSC is held by each member in turn for a month. Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, and Norway joined India in the latest cohort of non-permanent UNSC members. (IANS)",
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The actual part of the Hindu temple which was vandalized was The Shri Paramhans Ji Maharaj’s Samadhi along with the Krishna Dwara Mandir.
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BY SHWETA PORWAL
A Hindu temple in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa area was demolished and was set on fire by hundreds of mobs following a dispute over the land occupied by the Hindu Temple.
The actual part of the temple which was vandalized was The Shri Paramhans Ji Maharaj’s Samadhi along with the Krishna Dwara Mandir in Teri village of Karak district claiming that the temple had encroached on extra land.
According to the sources, the temple was first attacked and vandalized in 1997. After the judgment of the Supreme Court in 2015, the reconstruction was allowed.
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The temple was attacked a day after it received permission for its reconstruction using hammers and gas bottles. The mob included hundreds of people and was led by a local cleric and supporters of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam party (Fazal ur Rehman group) who approached to demolish the reconstructing area along with the old one.
The police kept standing as bystanders as the Mandir was burned down and demolished in Karak. These are views from inside the Mandir after it was attacked and vandalised. Highly shameful. What is the govt going to do about this? pic.twitter.com/0WlGpjjU3B — Ihtesham Afghan (@IhteshamAfghan) December 30, 2020
According to the local police, more than 30 people, including Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam leader Rehmat Salam Khattak, were held in custody in overnight raids. Over 350 people have been named in the FIR. The local police are trying to trace the other people left. All the sections of law relating to terrorism have been included in the FIR against the accused and the police have sentenced to provide all the required security to the temple.
Meanwhile, the supreme court has also took the notice of the incident and has ordered the local authority to appear before the court on January 5. The court has also ordered a few officials to visit the site and make a report and present it before the court on January 4.
Human rights minister Shireen Mazari tweeted:
Strongly condemn the burning of a Hindu temple by a mob in Karak Khyber Pukhtunkhwa. KP govt must ensure culprits brought to justice. MOHR also moving on this. We as a govt have a responsibility to ensure safety & security of all our citizens & their places of worship. — Shireen Mazari (@ShireenMazari1) December 30, 2020
ALSO READ: Here Are Few Major Events That Took Place In 2020
As an Islamic state, Pakistan has often proved hostile to its Hindu minority and Hindu places of worship have increasingly been vandalized or been targets of violence. Earlier this year a Hindu temple in Karachi was vandalized after blasphemy allegations were leveled at a local Hindu boy.
In July, Islamic activists blocked the construction of the first Hindu temple in Islamabad by challenging it in the courts.
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Be it sharing a physical gaming experience during couch co-op or a virtual one by linking up with friends and randoms on your video games of choice.
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BY RIMVYDAS
Despite the lasting stereotype that the key demographic of online gamers are socially withdrawn teenagers, it’s clear to anyone who indulges in it that gaming can be an incredibly social activity. Be it sharing a physical gaming experience during couch co-op or a virtual one by linking up with friends and randoms on your game of choice, it has been stated that over 70% of gamers play with others.
But what is it about games that make them the perfect stimulant for building and maintaining relationships?
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Playing Together
The most obvious facet about games as a whole (that’s games of all sorts) is that the vast, vast majority need to be played with at least one other person. While an arguable majority of traditional games will pit you against one another—from chess to poker—many modern video games will instead pull you together as a team to work towards a shared goal, whether that be against another team of players or to progress a narrative.
This act of playing together is fundamental to the ability of video games to stimulate relationships for a number of reasons.
1) A Shared Goal.
By giving players a shared goal, you and your fellow player(s) have something mutual to engage with and work towards—and that is the perfect fuel to start a friendship.
This naturally allows each other’s problem solving and pragmatic abilities to shine through, stimulating discussion of the task ahead, while also facilitating the banter which comes with that plan working out (or not).
2) Opening Up Avenues for Communication
Alongside your discussion of how to obtain the goal, there’s bound to be a bunch of downtimes. But by already getting your brains into gear by discussing a way forwards, the floodgates for communication have been opened.
This means that during that downtime it’s the perfect time to strike up a conversation, whether it’s wholly relevant or not. From talk of game mechanics, how to get certain items, or completely random comments about yourselves in the real world, this likelihood for conversation means you’re likely to get to know your fellow players if you’re all wanting to engage socially.
Of course, such communication may lend itself best to certain types of games or players, but in an empirical study way back in 2003, Mark Griffiths and colleagues found that 10% of EverQuest players stated their favorite part of the entire game was chatting with friends and guildmates.
3) Having Each Other’s Backs
As they say; actions speak louder than words. In such a way, whether you’re in need of a few more crafting materials in an MMO or are being flanked in an FPS the act of someone else looking out for you in the virtual world can be another point of solidifying relationships.
This is especially true when you become more familiar with a given player and have experienced a number of encounters with them.
That said, ElDorado.gg can be a great place to purchase in-game gold and items to gift your fellow players—from WoW to Warframe.
But this, as with most things regarding relationships, can also come back around to communication—with the ability to help bolster your fellow players’ resolve when they see defeat or failure ahead, congratulating them overplaying well or calming them down after a particularly tense moment.
4) Creating Memories
On the most basic level, whoever you play with and whatever you do in that play session, you are making memories. Memories that are either directly linked to the game you’re playing or totally unrelated memories of chatting and being in each other’s presence.
The Ever-Increasing Importance of Social Gaming
After living through 2020, I think all of us can agree that online spaces are incredibly important for facilitating social spaces to both further existing relationships and make new ones. As such, the ability for video games to play a prime role in this whole interaction can’t be overlooked.
But even more than friendships, it is becoming more and more common to hear of romantic relationships and marriages to find their origins in online gaming—a handful of such stories are most easily sampled on Reddit.
ALSO READ: Bursting The Myth: Violent Video Games May Increase Violent Behavior
And somehow we have gone through this entire discussion without even mentioning purely social games like the legendary Habbo Hotel, Club Penguin, or the more recent VR Chat—which are themselves testament to people’s desire to socialize in digital spaces.
So, what are you waiting for; grab that keyboard or controller and plug in your headset and go and have some nice, social fun with some buddies, new or old, on your favorite game. Who knows, maybe you’ll make some new friends.
(Disclaimer: The article is sponsored, and hence promotes some commercial links.)
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The immune system can be kept strong by taking natural antioxidants which will keep cancer and heart diseases at bay as per new study.
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If you want to keep your immune system strong for fighting cardiovascular diseases or cancer, start taking natural antioxidants as health experts on Sunday stressed that it helps in improving overall health by providing many other health benefits.
According to experts, antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against free radicals, which play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases.
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Free radicals are molecules produced when your body breaks down food or when you’re exposed to tobacco smoke or radiation.
The latest antioxidant which is produced for the first time in India is gamma oryzanol, which is very quickly gaining popularity as a super antioxidant.
It is a substance that is taken out of rice bran oil. It is also found in wheat bran and some fruits and vegetables.
The experts said that gamma oryzanol is used for high cholesterol, symptoms of menopause and many other conditions.
“Gamma oryzanol is useful for controlling elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels, supporting cardiovascular health along with controlling menopausal symptoms. Gamma oryzanol helps lower cholesterol because it helps decrease cholesterol absorption and increase cholesterol elimination. Along with this, it is also known to boost metabolic rate and may help with weight loss,” Swapna Chaturvedi, senior dietician, Department of Dietetics, AIIMS told IANS.
As gamma oryzanol is found to be effective in controlling high cholesterol level in the body, it is registered in Japan and the US as a natural medicine to treat hyperlipidemia/dyslipidaemia (elevated cholesterol levels/unhealthy cholesterol levels.
Most research shows that taking natural antioxidants decreases total cholesterol, “bad” low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, and blood fats called triglycerides in people with high cholesterol.
“It also helps in preventing heart attack by preventing platelet aggregation, a system where platelets blood gets stuck together and form clots that block arteries,” said Praveen Chandra, Head of Department, Interventional Cardiology, Medanta, The Medicity in Gurugram.
The experts mentioned that gamma oryzanol is also used for increasing testosterone and human growth hormone levels, as well as improving strength during resistance exercise training.
Gamma oryzanol also helps to inhibit different cancers in the body and builds immunity to fight cancer cells.
“Many of the antioxidants have proven beneficial in inhibiting the cancers at various stages. Gamma oryzanol has been found out to be effective antioxidant which comes from rice bran and helps in preventing cancer if taken for a long period,” said Rahul Bhargava, Director, Institute of Blood Disorder and BMT, Fortis Hospital, New Delhi.
Gamma oryzanol is basically activator of NK cells which gives the cancer cells a check.
ALSO READ: 8 Facts by Google on Why Reaching a Workable News Media Code is important
It not only works through NK cells but also inhibits angiogenesis. It means it cuts the supply for the cancer cells to grow and increases your body’s own immunity to gather the strength to kill cancers.
“Gamma oryzanol also prevents cancers and studies show it helps in regressing the prostate cancer cells,” Bhargava noted. (IANS)
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A new study shows that 1 out of 4 parents in USA are afraid of taking their child to the emergency for medical treatment during the first wave.
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IIT Madras, have found that the process of COVID-laden droplets being transported into deep lung increases with decreasing breathing frequency.
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Researchers, at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, have found that the process of COVID virus-laden droplets being transported into deep lung increases with decreasing breathing frequency.
The team modelled the breathing frequency in a laboratory and found that low breathing frequency increases the time of residence of the virus and therefore, it increases chances of deposition and consequently the infection. Also, the multi-scale lung structure has a significant effect on a person’s susceptibility to Covid-19.
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“Covid-19 has opened a gap in our understanding of deep pulmonological systemic diseases. Our study unravels the mystery behind how particles are transported and deposited in the deep lung,” the researcher, Mahesh Panchagnula, Department of Applied Mechanics, IIT Madras, said in a statement on Monday.
“The study demonstrates the physical process by which aerosol particles are transported into the deep generations of the lung,” Panchagnula added.
The research team worked to gain a deeper understanding of how the rate of flow of droplet laden with virus determines the deposition of the virus in the lungs.
In their research, the team reported that holding the breath and having low breathing rate can increase chances of virus deposition in the lungs.
Airborne infections such as Covid-19 spread immensely through sneezing and coughing as it instantly releases a lot of tiny droplets. The research team imitated the droplet dynamics in the lung by studying the movement of droplets in the small capillaries which were of a diameter similar to bronchioles.
They took water mixed with fluorescent particles and generated aerosols from this liquid using a nebulizer. These fluorescent aerosols were used to track the movement and deposition of particles in the capillaries.
ALSO READ: Automation In India Will Be The Next Big Thing In Logistics
The researchers studied the movement of the fluorescent aerosol particles in capillaries of size ranging from 0.3 to 2 millimetres which covers the range of bronchiole diameters.
They found that the deposition is inversely proportional to the aspect ratio of capillaries, which suggests that the droplets are likely to deposit in longer bronchioles. (IANS)
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The year brings along many opportunities for people who are looking forward to traveling again. A list of mini-vacations.
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As we turn a whole new year, it’s time to go back to doing more of what we missed the most in 2020 — traveling. With the vaccine rollout managing to uplift spirits of all, the year brings along many opportunities for people who are looking forward to traveling again. And, while you set sight on the big dream vacation in 2021, MakeMyTrip shares a curated list of mini-vacations on long weekends that will keep you going as you juggle between work obligations, home responsibilities, and leisure through the year.
Republic Day – January 23 – 26 (Saturday to Tuesday; take an off on Monday)
Hit the road or take to the skies to kick-off the year with a mini-vacation between January 23-26. Spend the first long-weekend of 2021 experiencing cascading waterfalls, serene lakes, and flowing rivulets of Ooty’s landscape. Enveloped by leafy aromatic tea estates, the Emerald Dam and Lake make for a picture-perfect spot for a fuchsia-colored sunset, while the quaint lull of the Avalanche Lake, freckled by magnolias and rhododendrons will send you into a trance! If that’s not all, the stunning Pykara Falls and the enchanting views from the Doddabetta Peak will surely enliven your mood and will set the tone for your travel experiences for the rest of the year.
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Basant Panchmi – February 13 – 16 (Saturday to Tuesday; take an off on Monday)
If you are looking to escape the winter chill and finding ways to soak in some extra Vitamin-D (or let’s say, Vitamin-sea), Puducherry should be your go-to destination this year. Other than its French architecture, cuisine, beaches, and stunning countryside views, some surfing lessons can also be in the offing. And if you are just looking for some laid-back leisure, Chunnambar Backwater, known for its tree-top accommodation and its Plage Paradiso beach — where you can catch a glimpse of dolphins frolicking in the sea, can be on your list.
Eid Ul Fitr – May 13 – 16 (Thursday to Sunday; take an off on Friday)
Take some time off the city and enjoy the serenity atop Kausani. Completely detached from the country noise, Kausani is an escape from the urban chaos. You can trek through world-renowned trails such as Base Kausani trek, Adi Kailash trek, and Bageshwar- Sunderdhunga trek which pass through oak and pine forests where the smell of ripened fruits wafting through will fascinate you. Don’t forget to visit Rudrahari Falls, an enthralling combination of splashing cascades and ancient caves that makes it the ideal place for a picnic spot!
Mahanavami, Dussehra, and Eid-e-Milad – October 14 – 19 (Saturday to Monday; take an off on Monday)
Make the most of your Dussehra long-weekend and head to the Land of Kings, Rajasthan! The very thought of Rajasthan spells majesty and magnificence. With its royal palaces and renowned royalty, it is one of the grandest states in India, and from October onwards the land becomes one of the must-visit places for mini-vacation. Visit the beautiful city of Udaipur and you will be wooed by its regal charm and stunning attractions. From the serene Lake Pichola and historical Sajjan Garh (Monsoon Palace) to the lively bazaars of the city, Udaipur is all things exciting. Next up, head to Mount Abu and tick this only-hill-station-of-Rajasthan off your bucket list as you step into the ever-so-beautiful Dilwara Temples.
Diwali – November 5 – 7 (Friday to Sunday; take an extra day off on Monday)
Looking for a soothing mini-vacation next to turquoise seas and golden sands? Andaman is your go-to destination then. Early November is a good time to visit the islands as you can avoid the busy travel days that the destination sees as the winter holiday season approaches. Go snorkeling at North Bay or Elephant Beach and explore the underwater world with scuba diving at Havelock Island! When you’ve had your fill of water sports, explore the limestone caves at Baratang Island and witness the Light & Sound Show at Cellular Jail.
ALSO READ: Perfect Getaway Plan For Vacation In 2021
Christmas – December 24 – 26 (Friday to Sunday)
As you say goodbye to the year there is no better place to do so than in Kerala. Visiting this scenic destination during this time is a delight because the weather is blissful. Sunny days, balmy afternoons, secluded beaches, luxury retreats, and the quaintest of homestays. It is a great place to detox as well! Sip a hot cup of farm-fresh tea in Munnar, step into the wild at Thekkady, hop on a boat to explore the serene backwaters of Alleppey, or indulge in some beach fun at Kovalam, Kerala, rightly known as God’s Own Country is as enchanting as it gets! Oh, and December is the perfect time to visit this stunning state as the climes are cooler and the spirit is all festive! (IANS)
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Cyberpeace Foundation said that Chinese hackers are targeting WhatsApp users in the country with the promise of 'part-time' jobs.
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In fresh trouble for WhatsApp, which is facing backlash over its upcoming user data policy in India, New Delhi-based think-tank Cyberpeace Foundation said that China-based hackers are targeting WhatsApp users in the country with the promise of ‘part-time’ jobs.
Such proliferating messages on WhatsApp, which come with attached links, claim that one can earn Rs 200 to Rs 3,000 in a day in 10 to 30 minutes.
“There are multiple links that redirect to a common URL and each link uses different numbers to send a message,” the foundation said in a statement.
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“It can be observed that the same outgoing link is used for all the links with variation in the numbers. The parameter in the links indicates that they can be redirected to WhatsApp in all regions and in languages other than English,” said the report.
The CyberPeace Foundation along with experts from Autobot Infosec Private Ltd has launched an independent investigation into the matter.
“In all the links, the same redirection and outgoing sources were generated. However, in one link, a different URL was found and one new IP address that belongs to one of China’s hosting company Alibaba Cloud,” the report said.
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When the URL is manipulated, an error code is displayed in the Chinese language, the report said, adding that the domain names found during the investigation seem to have been registered in China.
“The IP address of the link is 47.75.111.165 and it can be traced to Alibaba Cloud, the city Hong Kong and the country China,” it further claimed.
ALSO READ: Here’s Why You Must Consider Switching From Facebook Messenger Soon!
The news comes at a time when WhatsApp is asking users to either give their consent to sharing data with Facebook or lose their accounts after February 8, triggering a heated debate globally, including in India. (IANS)
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Medical experts from Fortis General Hospital are trying to assure the general populace that taking the vaccine would not harm them in any way.
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To vaccinate or not to vaccinate – is the question on everybody’s mind today. But in truth, an informed decision must be made as our country begins one of the biggest immunization drive of the century during the Covid-19 pandemic.
In the early 80s no one really talked about getting vaccinated. It was just a routine part of a doctor’s visit. In fact, it was mainly for kids, and elders never had to bother so much about being vaccinated. But with the progress in science and technology, children around the world have been getting vaccinated more than ever owing to the eradication of diseases such as Smallpox and Rinderpest. In India, the biggest success story was the Pulse Polio drive.
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Yet now, it is almost impossible to publicly speak about immunizations, without sparking a debate. And in the past few month, vaccines have been increasingly dogged by controversy. IANSlife spoke to Dr Sanjay Shah, General Physician, Fortis Hospital, who shares a few facts that will demystify the fears within.
Should we get vaccinated or not?
According to WHO, UNICEF and the United Nations (UN), vaccines are one of the most cost-effective public health interventions, preventing many deaths per year. Vaccines are a necessity to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of our future generations. Vaccines, by contrast, are designed to bring about a more consistent and optimal immune response, Dr Shah says.
“They help sustain immunity for a longer time and boost whatever pre-existing immunity a person might have from an infection.
“Moreover, in a country like India, achieving naturally immunity for the entire population is next to impossible. Therefore, our country will need to take a two-pronged approach where we develop vaccine induced immunity and a part of the population can achieve natural immunity. We will require around 70 per cent of our population to develop immunity in order to control the pandemic.”
Can a Covid-19 vaccine make me sick with Covid-19?
Dr Shah replies: “No. None of the Covid-19 vaccines contain the live virus that causes the infection, so a Covid-19 vaccine cannot make you sick with the virus.”
Are the vaccines that received approval safe?
Dr Shah says: “Yes, the two Covid-19 vaccines – Covishield and Covaxin that are available in India, they have been shown to be effective at preventing Covid-19. Covishield has completed phase III trial, Covaxin is still under phase III trial. They have been developed very carefully and are authorized because they display higher efficacy rate.”
Can a pregnant woman get vaccinated?
While the government has mentioned that pregnant women should not get vaccination, Dr Shah says if a pregnant woman holds the risk of been exposed to virus in any way, then it is safe that she takes the vaccine shot. The parents-to-be must speak to their physician before making this decision.
What if I travelled abroad and had 1 dose of vaccine from Pfizer but India has not approved the brand here? Can I take a second shot of another company or wait?
Such cases will be few though. But if someone has travelled aboard and had a vaccine shot of Pfizer, it is important to consult your doctor and then take the second shot of vaccine here. Consulting your doctor is necessary, Dr Shah says.
In coming months there will be more vaccine companies who will get DCGI approval. How do I choose which one vaccine company over the other?
“In it necessary to check for the efficacy rate of every vaccine. Vaccines such as Covishield and Covaxin have been developed using viral vectors which has been a tried and tested way in the past. Whereas the DNA or RNA-based vaccines have been a fairly new concept. But all vaccine candidates have been found to be efficacious against severe infections than against milder ones,” Dr Shah says.
Which group of people need the vaccine the most?
Elderly population requires the vaccine the most, the expert says. “However, people must check with their physician first before getting their vaccine shot. People with co-morbidities and those with immune-compromised conditions should consult a doctor first.”
Can cancer patients opt for the vaccine?
Patients who have survived Cancer and those are recovering and have better immunity, can opt for the vaccine shot, but again not without your doctor’s permission, Dr Shah points out.
ALSO READ: Twitter To Remove Blue Verification Badges From Inactive And Incomplete Accounts
I am not a healthcare worker, but I have taken the Covid-19 vaccine, should I hide it from my physician, since I am not eligible?
Dr Shah says: “It is fine to inform the physician about taking the vaccine as there are no legal consequences for the same. Patient should not hide it as this knowledge will help the physician in giving the right treatment.” (IANS)
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"To vaccinate or not to vaccinate – is the question on everybody’s mind today. But in truth, an informed decision must be made as our country begins one of the biggest immunization drive of the century during the Covid-19 pandemic.\nIn the early 80s no one really talked about getting vaccinated. It was just a routine part of a doctor’s visit. In fact, it was mainly for kids, and elders never had to bother so much about being vaccinated. But with the progress in science and technology, children around the world have been getting vaccinated more than ever owing to the eradication of diseases such as Smallpox and Rinderpest. In India, the biggest success story was the Pulse Polio drive.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nYet now, it is almost impossible to publicly speak about immunizations, without sparking a debate. And in the past few month, vaccines have been increasingly dogged by controversy. IANSlife spoke to Dr Sanjay Shah, General Physician, Fortis Hospital, who shares a few facts that will demystify the fears within.\nShould we get vaccinated or not?\nAccording to WHO, UNICEF and the United Nations (UN), vaccines are one of the most cost-effective public health interventions, preventing many deaths per year. Vaccines are a necessity to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of our future generations. Vaccines, by contrast, are designed to bring about a more consistent and optimal immune response, Dr Shah says.\n“They help sustain immunity for a longer time and boost whatever pre-existing immunity a person might have from an infection.\n“Moreover, in a country like India, achieving naturally immunity for the entire population is next to impossible. Therefore, our country will need to take a two-pronged approach where we develop vaccine induced immunity and a part of the population can achieve natural immunity. We will require around 70 per cent of our population to develop immunity in order to control the pandemic.”\nCan a Covid-19 vaccine make me sick with Covid-19?\nDr Shah replies: “No. None of the Covid-19 vaccines contain the live virus that causes the infection, so a Covid-19 vaccine cannot make you sick with the virus.”\nAre the vaccines that received approval safe?\nDr Shah says: “Yes, the two Covid-19 vaccines – Covishield and Covaxin that are available in India, they have been shown to be effective at preventing Covid-19. Covishield has completed phase III trial, Covaxin is still under phase III trial. They have been developed very carefully and are authorized because they display higher efficacy rate.”\nCan a pregnant woman get vaccinated?\nWhile the government has mentioned that pregnant women should not get vaccination, Dr Shah says if a pregnant woman holds the risk of been exposed to virus in any way, then it is safe that she takes the vaccine shot. The parents-to-be must speak to their physician before making this decision.\nWhat if I travelled abroad and had 1 dose of vaccine from Pfizer but India has not approved the brand here? Can I take a second shot of another company or wait?\nSuch cases will be few though. But if someone has travelled aboard and had a vaccine shot of Pfizer, it is important to consult your doctor and then take the second shot of vaccine here. Consulting your doctor is necessary, Dr Shah says.\nIn coming months there will be more vaccine companies who will get DCGI approval. How do I choose which one vaccine company over the other?\n“In it necessary to check for the efficacy rate of every vaccine. Vaccines such as Covishield and Covaxin have been developed using viral vectors which has been a tried and tested way in the past. Whereas the DNA or RNA-based vaccines have been a fairly new concept. But all vaccine candidates have been found to be efficacious against severe infections than against milder ones,” Dr Shah says.\nWhich group of people need the vaccine the most?\nElderly population requires the vaccine the most, the expert says. “However, people must check with their physician first before getting their vaccine shot. People with co-morbidities and those with immune-compromised conditions should consult a doctor first.”\nCan cancer patients opt for the vaccine?\nPatients who have survived Cancer and those are recovering and have better immunity, can opt for the vaccine shot, but again not without your doctor’s permission, Dr Shah points out.\nALSO READ: Twitter To Remove Blue Verification Badges From Inactive And Incomplete Accounts\nI am not a healthcare worker, but I have taken the Covid-19 vaccine, should I hide it from my physician, since I am not eligible?\nDr Shah says: “It is fine to inform the physician about taking the vaccine as there are no legal consequences for the same. Patient should not hide it as this knowledge will help the physician in giving the right treatment.” (IANS)",
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Mass movement of foreigners would definitely have an impact on territorial identity, culture, race, politics, economy, labor, globalization, diaspora.
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In recent years, there has been both legal and illegal mass movement of people from China, Venezuela, and Haiti within and to the Caribbean. Is this recent wave of migrants a problem or opportunity for the receiving economies and societies?
This mass movement of foreigners would definitely have an impact on territorial identity, culture, race, politics, economy, labor, globalization, diaspora, and transnationalism
The following are highlights of a ZOOM public meeting held recently (13/12/20) on the topic “The Impact of Chinese, Hispanic & Haitian Migrants on Trinidad, Guyana, and Suriname.”
The Pan-Caribbean meeting on the topic “The Impact of Chinese, Hispanic & Haitian Migrants on Trinidad, Guyana, and Suriname was hosted by the Indo-Caribbean Cultural Centre (ICC). It was chaired by Devika Bipat and moderated by Prija Gopalrai, both young women of Suriname.
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The speakers where DR. INDIRA RAMPERSAD (Trinidad), a lecturer of political science and international relations at the University of the West Indies (UWI); DR. TURHAN DOERGA (Guyana), an international consultant on trade, rice, and industry and the Chief Executive Officer of GuyEnergy; and DR. KIRTIE ALGOE (Suriname), a researcher in the Institute for Graduate Studies and Research in the Anton de Kom University of Suriname.
DR. RAMPERSAD said:
“My presentation notes that there were four waves of Chinese immigration to Trinidad and Tobago, as well as Chinese immigration from other parts of the Caribbean, notably Guyana.
I discuss inter-racial unions between Chinese immigrants and the emergence of mixed Chinese groups that were more “Creole” or West Indian, than Chinese.
My presentation also underscores the alternative perspective of their insularity and proclivity to maintain their cultural identity through importing Chinese brides from China for prospective Chinese grooms.
I also examine Chinese foreign policy to Trinidad and Tobago, noting the recent overtures by the Kamla Persad-Bissessar (2010 – 2015) and the successive Keith Rowley (2015 – present) administrations, and the more than 60 bilateral agreements signed by August 2017.
With regards to the influx of Venezuelans into Trinidad and Tobago, I underscore the fact that their large number has not been officially confirmed.
My talk also assesses the tendency of some migrants toward criminal activities, including homicide robbery, prostitution, and human trafficking. I also note the nexus between the politics of the island and that of Venezuela with the ruling PNM Government’s support for Venezuelan President, Nicholas Maduro, and the Opposition UNC’s support for Guaido.
My presentation also examines the impact of the Venezuelan migrants on social services such as health, education and employment, and the social implications of cohabitation and inter-marriages between Venezuelans and Trinidadians.”
DR. DOERGA said:
“Regional migrants look for jobs, safer places to live, and overall better opportunities. However, Chinese migrants are different.
Through the Belt and Road Initiative, the Chinese can penetrate the economies of countries globally, especially small Caribbean nations in which such investment would be very welcome. The Belt and Road Initiative is possible mainly through the firm backing of Chinese capital which allows Chinese globalization to imbed its roots globally.
The impact of Chinese migration may also diverge from regional migration as regional migrants tend to seek personal betterment for themselves and their families through legal means of economic elevation. However, much of Chinese globalization is driven by parallel economies or those economic activities which are not recorded in official economic reporting and which may not necessarily be legal; much of this activity can occur through black market interactions.
While many of the migrants come to the Caribbean to operate at a lower economic scale, Chinese migrants tend to operate as a global cohesive unit. This may bode adversely for Caribbean people if they intend to perpetuate the “dog-eat-dog” or “Crabs-in-a-barrel mentality.”
The Chinese strategy of pooling their resources and cohesively elevating one another has displayed its effectiveness in China’s ability to elevate masses out of poverty.”
DR. ALGOE said:
“This presentation addresses the impact of recent Chinese, Hispanic and Haitian migrants on the demography, economy, labor market, and geographical distribution in Suriname. It is difficult to analyze their impact with precision because demographic data are incomplete and unreliable.
Official records show that the share of Chinese and Brazilian migrants has been larger than that of Haitians, Cubans, and Venezuelans in the past 10 years.
Brazilian and Chinese people are highly visible in businesses and public spaces, but this trend is gradually changing to include Haitians, Cubans, and Venezuelans. Brazilians have established many settlements; one of which is called “Little Belem” in the capital city.
ALSO READ: How Should Indo-Caribbean Culture Be Treated By The New Governments In Trinidad, Guyana And Suriname
Most immigrants are male. They work in small-scale gold mining and related businesses. Haitian groups live in Saramacca and work on banana plantations. Many migrants are low-skilled laborers such as carpenters and domestic workers.
There are also female sex workers. Some are even victims of human trafficking. Two recent murdered Cubans found in floating barrels indicate their role in the crime.”
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"By Dr. Kumar Mahabir\nIn recent years, there has been both legal and illegal mass movement of people from China, Venezuela, and Haiti within and to the Caribbean. Is this recent wave of migrants a problem or opportunity for the receiving economies and societies?\nThis mass movement of foreigners would definitely have an impact on territorial identity, culture, race, politics, economy, labor, globalization, diaspora, and transnationalism\nThe following are highlights of a ZOOM public meeting held recently (13/12/20) on the topic “The Impact of Chinese, Hispanic & Haitian Migrants on Trinidad, Guyana, and Suriname.”\nThe Pan-Caribbean meeting on the topic “The Impact of Chinese, Hispanic & Haitian Migrants on Trinidad, Guyana, and Suriname was hosted by the Indo-Caribbean Cultural Centre (ICC). It was chaired by Devika Bipat and moderated by Prija Gopalrai, both young women of Suriname.\nFollow NewsGram on Twitter to stay updated about the World news.\nThe speakers where DR. INDIRA RAMPERSAD (Trinidad), a lecturer of political science and international relations at the University of the West Indies (UWI); DR. TURHAN DOERGA (Guyana), an international consultant on trade, rice, and industry and the Chief Executive Officer of GuyEnergy; and DR. KIRTIE ALGOE (Suriname), a researcher in the Institute for Graduate Studies and Research in the Anton de Kom University of Suriname.\nDR. RAMPERSAD said:\n“My presentation notes that there were four waves of Chinese immigration to Trinidad and Tobago, as well as Chinese immigration from other parts of the Caribbean, notably Guyana.\nI discuss inter-racial unions between Chinese immigrants and the emergence of mixed Chinese groups that were more “Creole” or West Indian, than Chinese.\nMy presentation also underscores the alternative perspective of their insularity and proclivity to maintain their cultural identity through importing Chinese brides from China for prospective Chinese grooms.\nI also examine Chinese foreign policy to Trinidad and Tobago, noting the recent overtures by the Kamla Persad-Bissessar (2010 – 2015) and the successive Keith Rowley (2015 – present) administrations, and the more than 60 bilateral agreements signed by August 2017.\nWith regards to the influx of Venezuelans into Trinidad and Tobago, I underscore the fact that their large number has not been officially confirmed.\nMy talk also assesses the tendency of some migrants toward criminal activities, including homicide robbery, prostitution, and human trafficking. I also note the nexus between the politics of the island and that of Venezuela with the ruling PNM Government’s support for Venezuelan President, Nicholas Maduro, and the Opposition UNC’s support for Guaido.\nMy presentation also examines the impact of the Venezuelan migrants on social services such as health, education and employment, and the social implications of cohabitation and inter-marriages between Venezuelans and Trinidadians.”\nDR. DOERGA said:\n“Regional migrants look for jobs, safer places to live, and overall better opportunities. However, Chinese migrants are different.\nThrough the Belt and Road Initiative, the Chinese can penetrate the economies of countries globally, especially small Caribbean nations in which such investment would be very welcome. The Belt and Road Initiative is possible mainly through the firm backing of Chinese capital which allows Chinese globalization to imbed its roots globally.\nThe impact of Chinese migration may also diverge from regional migration as regional migrants tend to seek personal betterment for themselves and their families through legal means of economic elevation. However, much of Chinese globalization is driven by parallel economies or those economic activities which are not recorded in official economic reporting and which may not necessarily be legal; much of this activity can occur through black market interactions.\nWhile many of the migrants come to the Caribbean to operate at a lower economic scale, Chinese migrants tend to operate as a global cohesive unit. This may bode adversely for Caribbean people if they intend to perpetuate the “dog-eat-dog” or “Crabs-in-a-barrel mentality.”\nThe Chinese strategy of pooling their resources and cohesively elevating one another has displayed its effectiveness in China’s ability to elevate masses out of poverty.”\nDR. ALGOE said:\n“This presentation addresses the impact of recent Chinese, Hispanic and Haitian migrants on the demography, economy, labor market, and geographical distribution in Suriname. It is difficult to analyze their impact with precision because demographic data are incomplete and unreliable.\nOfficial records show that the share of Chinese and Brazilian migrants has been larger than that of Haitians, Cubans, and Venezuelans in the past 10 years.\nBrazilian and Chinese people are highly visible in businesses and public spaces, but this trend is gradually changing to include Haitians, Cubans, and Venezuelans. Brazilians have established many settlements; one of which is called “Little Belem” in the capital city.\nALSO READ: How Should Indo-Caribbean Culture Be Treated By The New Governments In Trinidad, Guyana And Suriname\nMost immigrants are male. They work in small-scale gold mining and related businesses. Haitian groups live in Saramacca and work on banana plantations. Many migrants are low-skilled laborers such as carpenters and domestic workers.\nThere are also female sex workers. Some are even victims of human trafficking. Two recent murdered Cubans found in floating barrels indicate their role in the crime.”",
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Younger adults, aged 35 and under, were more likely to experience psychological distress in covid19 than those over the age of 35.
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One in every three adults, particularly women, younger adults, and those of lower socioeconomic status, are experiencing psychological distress related to Covid-19, a new study suggests. The study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, indicates that women are more likely to experience psychological distress than men is consistent with other global studies that have shown that anxiety and depression are more common in women.
“The lower social status of women and less preferential access to healthcare compared to men could potentially be responsible for the exaggerated adverse psychosocial impact on women,” according to the researchers, including Tazeen Jafar from the Duke-NUS in Singapore.
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For the study, the team performed a meta-analysis of 68 studies conducted during the pandemic, encompassing 2,88,830 participants from 19 countries, to assess risk factors associated with anxiety and depression among the general population. They found that, among the people most affected by Covid-19-related anxiety or depression, women, younger adults, individuals of lower socioeconomic status, those living in rural areas, and those at high risk of Covid-19 infection were more likely to experience psychological distress.
Younger adults, aged 35 and under, were more likely to experience psychological distress than those over the age of 35. Although the reasons for this are unclear, previous studies have suggested that it might be due to younger people’s greater access to Covid-19 information through the media. This current study also confirmed that longer media exposure was associated with higher odds of anxiety and depression, the researchers said.
ALSO READ: Adults Feel Competent By Posting Photos On Facebook
Other factors associated with psychological distress included living in rural areas; lower education, lower-income, or unemployment; and being at high risk of Covid-19 infection. However, having stronger family and social support and using positive coping strategies were shown to reduce the risk of psychological distress.
“Understanding these factors is crucial for designing preventive programs and mental health resource planning during the rapidly evolving Covid-19 outbreak,” Jafar said. (IANS)
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A new analysis on friday revealed that renewable energy and battery storage would be more cost beneficial than a new thermal power plant in Tamil Nadu.
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A new economic viability analysis on Friday revealed that renewable energy along with battery storage in Tamil Nadu is cost competitive with new coal power plants.
The report finds the levelized cost of energy for a hypothetical hybrid, solar, wind and li-ion battery storage system for the state to be Rs 4.97/kWh in 2021, which falls to Rs 3.4/kWh by 2030.
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In comparison, cost of electricity produced from new coal power plants in Tamil Nadu is between Rs 4.5-6/kWh.
The hybrid system is designed to cater to 1GW of solar and wind capacity in 2021 with two hours of battery backup, which increases step wise to a four-hour backup by 2030.
The research further highlighted that lithium-based battery storage systems could also help reduce curtailment of renewable energy. Close to 50 per cent of solar power in Tamil Nadu was curtailed since the lockdown in March 2020.
Similarly, its curtailment of wind power in 2019 went up to 3.52hours per day from 1.87 hours per day in 2018.
“Our analysis found that the cost of hybrid RE with battery storage system is at parity with new coal power plants in Tamil Nadu. Moreover, in 10-year time, incremental capacity addition would further drive down the cost by over 31 percent,” said Jyoti Gulia, founder of JMK Research and Analysis.
The analysis, released by Climate Trends and JMK Research and Analytics, tracks the system from an initial capacity of 800 MW of solar and 200 MW of wind along with 500 MWh of storage, that would cater to Tamil Nadu’s average annual power demand for two hours per day from 2021-2023.
Its capacity is augmented to three hours of daily backup for 2024-2026, and then four hours per day for 2027-2030. In the last year, the hybrid system would meet 29 per cent of Tamil Nadu’s average annual power demand at a competitive levelized cost of energy (LCOE) of Rs 3.4/kWh.
It also puts into perspective that Tamil Nadu has five new thermal power projects in its pipeline over the next three years. The Cheyyur ultra mega coal power plant is the biggest of these projects with a tariff of Rs 5-6/kWh, which would be 32 to 43 per cent more expensive than the system modeled in the analysis.
“Tamil Nadu has got the largest installed renewable energy capacity and it leads India’s energy transition efforts, yet it also has the largest coal power pipeline in the country. Since RE with battery storage works out to be cheaper than coal, perhaps TANGEDCO and other state power generation companies need to reconsider the coal pipeline,” Aarti Khosla, Director, Climate Trends, told IANS.
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Also, if this hypothetical, solar and wind-powered storage system were to wheel all of its energy to Delhi, even after accounting for interstate transmission system charges it could cover 100 per cent of Delhi’s average yearly electricity demand by 2030 at an LCOE of Rs 4.4/kWh.
“The system thus demonstrates that RE coupled with battery storage is a technically and financially viable option to building new coal capacity. At the same time, it would be a dispatchable source of power that addresses the grid integration of intermittent solar and wind power,” added Jyoti. (IANS)
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Male sex hormones activity is responsible for the majority of breast cancers, but the role of androgen activity in this disease has been controversial.
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Researchers have found new evidence about the positive role of androgens, commonly thought of as male sex hormones but also found at lower levels in women, in breast cancer treatment. In normal breast development, estrogen stimulates and androgen inhibits growth at puberty and throughout adult life.
Abnormal estrogen male sex hormone activity is responsible for the majority of breast cancers, but the role of androgen activity in this disease has been controversial. The new research published in the journal Nature Medicine showed that androgens have the potential for the treatment of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. A cancer is called estrogen receptor-positive if it has receptors for estrogen, according to Breastcancer.org.
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Using cell-line and patient-derived models, the global team, including researchers at the University of Adelaide and the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Australia, demonstrated that androgen receptor activation by natural androgen or a new androgenic drug had potent anti-tumor activity in all estrogen receptor-positive breast cancers, even those resistant to current standard-of-care treatments. In contrast, androgen receptor inhibitors had no effect.
“This work has immediate implications for women with metastatic estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer, including those resistant to current forms of endocrine therapy,” said lead researcher Theresa Hickey, Associate Professor at the University of Adelaide.
“We provide compelling new experimental evidence that androgen receptor stimulating drugs can be more effective than existing (e.g. Tamoxifen) or new (e.g. Palbociclib) standard-of-care treatments and, in the case of the latter, can be combined to enhance growth inhibition,” said Wayne Tilley, Director of the Dame Roma Mitchell Cancer Research Laboratories, Adelaide Medical School, University of Adelaide.
Androgens were historically used to treat breast cancer, but knowledge of hormone receptors in breast tissue was rudimentary at the time and the treatment’s efficacy misunderstood. Androgen therapy was discontinued due to virilizing side effects and the advent of anti-estrogenic endocrine therapies. While endocrine therapy is standard-of-care for estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer, resistance to these drugs is the major cause of breast cancer mortality.
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“The new insights from this study should clarify the widespread confusion over the role of the androgen receptor in estrogen receptor driven breast cancer,” said Elgene Lim, a breast oncologist and Head of the Connie Johnson Breast Cancer Research Lab at the Garvan Institute.
“Given the efficacy of this treatment strategy at multiple stages of disease in our study, we hope to translate these findings into clinical trials as a new class of endocrine therapy for breast cancer.” (IANS)
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"Researchers have found new evidence about the positive role of androgens, commonly thought of as male sex hormones but also found at lower levels in women, in breast cancer treatment. In normal breast development, estrogen stimulates and androgen inhibits growth at puberty and throughout adult life.\nAbnormal estrogen male sex hormone activity is responsible for the majority of breast cancers, but the role of androgen activity in this disease has been controversial. The new research published in the journal Nature Medicine showed that androgens have the potential for the treatment of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. A cancer is called estrogen receptor-positive if it has receptors for estrogen, according to Breastcancer.org.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nUsing cell-line and patient-derived models, the global team, including researchers at the University of Adelaide and the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Australia, demonstrated that androgen receptor activation by natural androgen or a new androgenic drug had potent anti-tumor activity in all estrogen receptor-positive breast cancers, even those resistant to current standard-of-care treatments. In contrast, androgen receptor inhibitors had no effect.\n“This work has immediate implications for women with metastatic estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer, including those resistant to current forms of endocrine therapy,” said lead researcher Theresa Hickey, Associate Professor at the University of Adelaide.\n“We provide compelling new experimental evidence that androgen receptor stimulating drugs can be more effective than existing (e.g. Tamoxifen) or new (e.g. Palbociclib) standard-of-care treatments and, in the case of the latter, can be combined to enhance growth inhibition,” said Wayne Tilley, Director of the Dame Roma Mitchell Cancer Research Laboratories, Adelaide Medical School, University of Adelaide.\nAndrogens were historically used to treat breast cancer, but knowledge of hormone receptors in breast tissue was rudimentary at the time and the treatment’s efficacy misunderstood. Androgen therapy was discontinued due to virilizing side effects and the advent of anti-estrogenic endocrine therapies. While endocrine therapy is standard-of-care for estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer, resistance to these drugs is the major cause of breast cancer mortality.\nALSO READ: Lack Of Fatty Acid Triggers Multiple Sclerosis\n“The new insights from this study should clarify the widespread confusion over the role of the androgen receptor in estrogen receptor driven breast cancer,” said Elgene Lim, a breast oncologist and Head of the Connie Johnson Breast Cancer Research Lab at the Garvan Institute.\n“Given the efficacy of this treatment strategy at multiple stages of disease in our study, we hope to translate these findings into clinical trials as a new class of endocrine therapy for breast cancer.” (IANS)",
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The survey was aimed at understanding the awareness, adoption, and use behavior of households with respect to digital payment.
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Digital payment methods are well accepted by Indian households and are not just the preserve of the rich or well-educated, finds a study conducted by People Research on India’s Consumer Economy (PRICE) in partnership with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
Covering 5,314 households across 25 states with a sample designed to represent states and households across the income spectrum, the survey was aimed at understanding the awareness, adoption, and use behavior of households with respect to digital payments.
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The study showed that while one of two of India’s richest 20 percent of households uses digital payments, as many as one out of four households in the poorest 40 percent also use it. In addition, there is a suppressed demand of people who say they desire to use it but need someone to show them how to and a smaller group who used it earlier and discontinued it.
If this ‘ready’ demand is enabled through effective training and education, then over half of all Indian households (54 percent or 151 million households) will become digital payment users – 55 million of these households will come from the poorest 40 percent of Indian households, 61 million will come from middle India or middle 40 percent income band and only 36 million will come from the richest 20 percent.
The report also points to the fact that that smartphone ownership is no longer a bottleneck for the adoption of digital payments with 68 percent of the respondents (those in charge of looking after banking and payment work for the household, typically the Chief Wage earner) owning smartphones. As expected, smartphone users are near-universal at 90 percent for the richest 20 percent of Indian households, but as high as 57 percent of India’s poorest households have a smartphone.
ALSO READ: 94% Indians in Metro Cities Now Using Digital Payment Method: Report
The report revealed a very high level of awareness of UPI and payment apps and that households that are using UPI as a platform may not be completely aware of the interoperability of the platform. There is a potential to create the awareness that any bank or payment app can be used to make UPI payments to any UPI user and users should know their UPI ID. The RuPay card volumes have also witnessed a rise not only in urban areas but also in remote PIN codes that had hitherto remained silent.
According to the study, the banking system is also very well connected digitally to respondents via Aadhaar linkages and SMS facility even in the lower-income groups. The report finds 87 percent of the respondents are aware of the fact that they get SMS from the banks, which gives them the confidence to manage their money safely. As per the report, the Direct Benefit Transfers (DBT) delivery system has worked exceedingly well for the respondents and got even better during lockdown as around 85 percent of the households received DBTs on their bank accounts. (IANS)
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Researchers have demonstrated that unique fungi strengthen the "immune systems" of wheat and bean plants against aphids. Read more here.
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Researchers have demonstrated that unique fungi strengthen the “immune systems” of wheat and bean plants against aphids.
Fungi enter and influence the amount of a plant’s own defences, resulting in fewer aphids. The results, published in the journal New Phytologist, could serve to reduce agricultural insecticide use.
“In order for us to really use fungi to control agricultural pests in the future, we need to understand the mechanisms and processes behind their activity. So, it’s very exciting that we have managed to advance a step closer”, said researcher Nicolai Vitt Meyling, Associate Professor from the University of Copenhagen.
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Certain fungi are able to establish a close rapport with plants that results in fewer insect infestations and thereby less damage to crops. Until now, it was unclear how these fungi could be used to reduce insect infestations.
The researchers studied three types of fungi to compare their effects against aphid infestations on wheat and bean plants: “It turned out that two of these fungi were able to effectively reduce aphid infestations by establishing themselves in plant roots and tissues,” the researcher said.
“By combining greenhouse-based experiments with advanced chemical analyses, we can see that the fungi cause plants to increase production of their own natural defences, thus strengthening plant immune systems. This translates into fewer aphids, which would otherwise weaken a plant,” the researcher added.
“According to the researcher, when aphids suck up plant sap, plants lose energy, to the detriment of their root networks and overall growth.
However, when fungi-treated plants were attacked by aphids, they were able to compensate by increasing root growth, so that they didn’t lose growth potential. Plants left untreated with the fungi couldn’t compensate for the attacks.
ALSO READ: B-Town Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan Encourages Yoga During Pregnancy
The researchers “treated” wheat and bean plants by applying fungal spores to seed, from which the plants were then germinated and cultivated. They then added a few aphids and observed how many more aphids. (IANS)
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Cities to be covered in the strategic alliance between LBC and CCD are Agra, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh and many more.
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Premium waffle brand London Bubble Co has entered a strategic alliance with Indian retail cafe chain Cafe Coffee Day. LBC’s shop-in-shop business model with CCD will enable it to scale up its footprint in the country and is touted to be the largest partnership with a presence across 150 outlets of CCD’s cafe network.
With an aim to provide the perfect ‘Waffee’ (waffle & coffee) moment, guests can enjoy the heavenly pairing of artisanal coffees with scrumptious and loaded waffles.
Real Estate and facility management company Realta Ventures has announced the acquisition of, London Bubble Co. The move is expected to revive the three-year-old pioneer waffle brand and drive growth by 202 percent by February of 2021, the company said in a statement. LBC will also have an all-new menu fostering guilt-free indulgence and it will serve only oil-free waffles.
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Vinay A. Bhopatkar, CEO, Cafe Coffee Day said: “Thanks to the millennials and people exposed to global cuisines, there is a whole new culture around exploring food in India; CCD has been at the forefront on innovating on Food and launching new trends through its cafes. Waffles have emerged as the Instagram generation’s one of the most loved desserts in recent times, indicating a tremendous shift in the urban Indian sweet palate.
We are positive that this partnership will add another interesting inclusion to the CCD menu, giving our patrons more reasons to visit their favorite cafe. It is also a transformative experience for CCD in terms of scale in an on-trend industry. LBC’s diverse offerings have forged a unique appeal and identity that will create a new dimension of dessert pairings for CCD and deliver immediate value to our customers.”
With this acquisition, London bubble Co. promotes ‘the new us’ which includes a freshly curated menu, refer and earn policies, and other significant additions. From rich chocolates and bottled milkshakes to flavorful pre-packed ice-creams, the carefully curated new menu has launched exciting options for people to enjoy on-the-go. It has also kept in mind evolving health-conscious lifestyles and introduced healthier waffles.
New dairy-free milkshakes are also on offer for the new-age vegan and flexitarian consumer. Known for its variations, LBC is adding to their expansive range of bubble and pocket waffles, with the new sticks and Dutch Stroopwafels on offer. These developments under ‘the new us’ concept have been rolled-out with the vision to make LBC an inextricable part of the country’s waffle lexicon.
ALSO READ: A New Popular American Eatery Is Now In Delhi
Commenting on the acquisition and the partnership with CCD, Mustakeen Sheikh, CEO and Promoter, Realta Hospitality said: “We are delighted to include London Bubble Co. under Realta Ventures’ portfolio. We’ve entered into a distinctive position in an evolving market segment with strong prospects for growth. We are looking forward to taking an already established brand and accelerating its pace by providing unmatched services and quality products at economically revised price points.
Our partnership with Cafe Coffee Day is one such way to make inroads into new markets and bridge the gap between urban and non-urban population with pocket-friendly desserts that perfectly pair with coffee, all under the same roof. This opportunity presents a new wave of shared brand experience while also expanding our customer reach.”
Cities to be covered in the strategic alliance with CCD are Agra, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Dobespet, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mohali, Mumbai, Narsapur, Nasik, Pune, Sanjgaon, Shimla and Thiruvananthapuram. (IANS)
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Ever thought about why some students do not turn on their video cameras during online classes on Zoom? They may be more concerned about their privacy.
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Ever thought about why some students do not turn on their video cameras during online classes on Zoom? Because they may be more concerned about their privacy or how they look, researchers said in a new study.
The findings indicate that while some students had concerns about the lack of privacy or their home environment, 41 percent of the 276 respondents cited their appearance as the reason for keeping their cameras off.
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“Students enjoy seeing each other when they work in groups. And the instructors like seeing the students, because it’s a way to assess whether or not they understand the material. But when we switched to online learning, that component got lost. We wanted to investigate the reasons for that,” said researcher Mark Sarvary from Cornell University in the US.
For the study published in the journal ‘Ecology and Evolution’, the researchers surveyed 312 students in the class at the end of the semester to figure out why they weren’t using their cameras — and try to come up with ways to turn that trend around.
More than half of those who selected “other” as their reason for keeping their cameras off explained that it was the norm. This suggested that explicitly encouraging camera use could boost participation without adverse effects, the researchers said.
“We felt it would create an undue burden and add stress in an already stressful time to require the cameras to be on, and we found this could disproportionately affect certain groups of students, such as underrepresented minorities,” said researcher Frank Castelli from the varsity.
In the survey, the team found that among underrepresented minorities, 38 percent said they were concerned about other people being seen behind them, while 26 percent were concerned about their physical location being visible; while among non-underrepresented minorities, 24 percent were worried about people behind them and 13 percent about their physical locations.
ALSO READ: List Of The 5 Best Lakes In Switzerland
“It’s a more inclusive and equitable strategy to not require the cameras but to instead encourage them, such as through active learning exercises,” Castelli noted. (IANS)
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People with detectable brown fat are less likely to suffer cardiac and metabolic conditions ranging from Type-2 diabetes to coronary artery disease.
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People with detectable brown fat are less likely to suffer cardiac and metabolic conditions ranging from Type-2 diabetes to coronary artery disease, a new study suggests.
Brown fat, also called brown adipose tissue, helps maintain your body temperature when you get too cold. Unlike white fat, which stores calories, brown fat burns energy and scientists hope it may hold the key to new obesity treatments.
“For the first time, it reveals a link to lower risk of certain conditions. These findings make us more confident about the potential of targeting brown fat for therapeutic benefit,” said Paul Cohen, Assistant Professor at The Rockefeller University Hospital in the US.
The study, published in the journal Nature Medicine, confirms and expands the health benefits of brown fat suggested by previous studies. For the study, the researchers reviewed 130,000 PET scans from more than 52,000 patients and found the presence of brown fat in nearly 10 per cent of individuals.
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Several common and chronic diseases were less prevalent among people with detectable brown fat. For example, only 4.6 per cent had Type-2 diabetes, compared with 9.5 per cent of people who did not have detectable brown fat. Similarly, 18.9 per cent had abnormal cholesterol, compared to 22.2 per cent in those without brown fat.
Moreover, the study revealed three more conditions for which people with brown fat have lower risk: hypertension, congestive heart failure, and coronary artery disease — links that had not been observed in previous studies.
Another surprising finding was that brown fat may mitigate the negative health effects of obesity. In general, obese people have increased risk of heart and metabolic conditions; but the researchers found that among obese people who have brown fat, the prevalence of these conditions was similar to that of non-obese people.
“It almost seems like they are protected from the harmful effects of white fat,” said Cohen. The role of brown fat is more mysterious in other conditions like hypertension, which is tightly connected to the hormonal system.
“We are considering the possibility that brown fat tissue does more than consume glucose and burn calories, and perhaps actually participates in hormonal signalling to other organs,” the researcher said.
ALSO READ: Survey: Digital Tools Can Enable In-Class Teaching In Rural Govt Schools
The team plans to further study the biology of brown fat, including by looking for genetic variants that may explain why some people have more of it than others — potential first steps toward developing pharmacological ways to stimulate brown fat activity to treat obesity and related conditions. (IANS)
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The Bollywood spy flick gets more ambitious this year, with a couple of top superstars signing up for roles in the genre. Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut, and Sidharth Malhotra will give the Bollywood spy thriller a new-age twist on a big screen, even as Manoj Bajpayee continues with his escapades in the OTT space with The Family Man 2 being the most awaited film.
While the Hollywood hangover is still evident on Hindi espionage thrillers when it comes to forming and execution, the new-age Bollywood spy banks heavily on pop patriotism for his mojo when it comes to content.
Follow NewsGram on Twitter to stay updated about the World news.
IANS lists some of the most awaited films in the genre.
Bell Bottom
This Akshay Kumar-starrer is inspired by true events. Set in the 1980s, Bell Bottom was one of the earliest Bollywood films to go on floors after the Covid-induced lockdown. Leaked photos from the sets went viral on social media during its shoot in Glasgow, Scotland, in September and fans were gushing about Akshay’s dapper retro look. The Ranjit M. Tewari directorial also stars Vaani Kapoor, Lara Dutta Bhupathi, and Huma Qureshi. It is scheduled to release on April 2.
Dhaakad
Kangana Ranaut recently announced on social media that her forthcoming film Dhaakad will be a “world-class spy thriller”. The actress is currently shooting for the Rajneesh Ghai directorial in Bhopal, which will show her in the avatar of a spy. The film is being shot by award-winning international cinematographer Tetsuo Nagata.
The Family Man Season 2
Manoj Bajpayee reprises his role as NIA agent Srikant Tiwari in the much-awaited second season of the super hit web series, The Family Man. Created, directed, and produced by Raj and DK, The Family Man 2 also stars Priyamani, Sharib Hashmi, and Sharad Kelkar, while South star Samantha Akkineni joins the cast in the new season. It releases on February 12.
ALSO READ: 2020- A Year Of Self-Reflection During The Pandemic
Mission Majnu
The Sidharth Malhotra-starrer espionage thriller draws from real-life events and marks the Bollywood debut of South actress Rashmika Mandanna. The film was written by Parveez Shaikh, Aseem Arora and Sumit Batheja narrate the story of India’s mission in Pakistan in the 1970s. The Shantanu Bagchi directorial, which casts Sidharth as a RAW agent, has just begun shooting in Mumbai. (IANS)
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The common causes of stomach aches include constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, lactose intolerance, stress, gas, and bloating.
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Stomach ache or abdominal pain can be cramped, achy, dull, sharp, or intermittent. The common causes of stomach ache include constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, lactose intolerance, stress, gas, and bloating.
Nutritionist and Lifestyle Educator, Karishma Chawla shares tips on how to deal with different stomach aches and home remedies for it:
Follow NewsGram on Twitter to stay updated about the World news.
CONSTIPATION
Constipation is caused by lack of dietary fiber, indulging in too many processed foods, dehydration, too much dairy, medications, lack of exercise or movement, lack of routine or a hurried morning, ignoring the urge to defecate, and stress plays a big role. Chronic constipation can lead to gas production, stomach bloating, and ache. Dietary interventions include consuming whole grains such as Dalia, red rice poha, rajgira, and legumes fruits and veggies rich in fiber like dark green leafy veggies, pear, and papaya, drinking plenty of water and other fluids like starting the day with lemon water, and consuming vegetable smoothies.
Lifestyle measures include slowing down the morning ritual, having a routine, set wake up, and sleep time along with some yoga and stretches. Avoid refined foods, deep-fried foods, and high sugar foods. Can experiment with black salt, this may help to relieve gas and bloating and aid digestion. And garlic helps to relieve gas, constipation and treat an infection.
DIARRHEA
This can be caused by a viral infection, drugs, food allergies, and food sensitivities to name a few. Management of diarrhea includes fluid balance with coconut water, buttermilk, salted rice kanji, lemon sugar salt beverage, or weak tea.
LACTOSE INTOLERANCE:
Individuals with lactose intolerance usually lack the enzyme lactase to digest the lactose in milk leading to stomach cramps and diarrhea. Avoiding milk is beneficial and can substitute milk with almond and coconut milk
GAS AND BLOATING:
This can be a result of food sensitivities, constipation, or indigestion leading to abdominal pain. Manage this by dropping food irritants that cause gas, eating a diet high in fiber, adequate water, chewing food properly. One can also experiment with adding herbs such as turmeric that help to break down food and absorb nutrients and garlic that helps to relieve gas.
ALSO READ: Study: More Than Half Of Healthcare Workers Are At Risk For Mental Health
ACID REFLUX
It is caused by low stomach acid, magnesium deficiency, certain foods, habits hernia, and eating food too quickly. Relief is found by avoiding foods such as citrus foods, alcohol, spicy foods, peppermint. Practice mindful eating, chew every mouthful 20-30 times and can experiment with aloe juice in the morning and sauf and Kala jeera water before meals to secrete stomach acid.
STRESS
Stress can cause low stomach acid. People with low stomach acid typically experience frequent heartburn, acid reflux, burping, bloating, gas, and even nausea after eating. Home remedies include a glass of warm water and fresh lemon or lime. Squeeze a tablespoon of lemon juice into the water and drink before consuming anything else. You can also try adding 1 tablespoon of raw apple cider vinegar to an 8-ounce glass of warm water and drink it about 15-30 minutes before a meal. Drink this after meals if you experience heartburn. (IANS)
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The Mumbai air is currently filled with smog, which is making the residents uncomfortable. The absence of cold in the winter season adds to the discomfort.
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The Mumbai air is currently filled with smog, which is making the residents uncomfortable. The absence of cold in the winter season only adds to the discomfort.
B-Towners have started complaining about the city’s air quality on social media.
“There is no clean air in Mumbai, just a lousy heavy dusty smog!!” Juhi Chawla expressed on Twitter on Sunday along with a few pictures of the city’s skyline.
Follow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.
Other celebrities have also reacted to the city’s air quality in the last week.
“The air quality in #Mumbai has been worse than #Delhi. It is a myth that only North India suffers poor #AQI. Some of the biggest contributors to #airpollution are waste burning, construction dust, industrial pollution, vehicle emissions. #BeatAirPollution,” Dia Mirza tweeted on Friday.
ALSO READ: Heroes Who Turned Bad on Screen in These Bollywood Biggies
Sharing a photo of the city’s skyline on his Twitter, Ranvir Shorey wrote on Friday: “Can someone tell me what is this white haze covering #Mumbai, and how long it’s going to last? Cause it’s been here all of this year, and it’s getting me down! #weather.” (IANS)
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After oil, India may now build strategic reserve of natural gas to further strengthen the country's energy security and shield itself.
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After oil, India may now build strategic reserve of natural gas to further strengthen the country’s energy security and shield itself from supply disruptions and frequent price fluctuations coming from perennial political risks in the prime energy supplying countries in the Middle East and Africa.
The reserve will also help the country cope with demand spike and price rise in the event of border skirmishes and war-like situations that played out recently with China.
Sources privy to the development said a conductive global energy market where oil and gas prices are stable had given a fresh push for building strategic gas reserves in the country. An announcement in this regard may be made as early as in the Budget 2021-22.
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The country had already taken advantage of low oil prices in the first quarter of FY21 (April-June) to fill its existing strategic oil reserve, making big savings. And the government now feels that it’s time for similar infrastructure for gas.
Spot LNG prices are currently at around $6 per mmBtu (million British thermal unit), though a little higher than early last year, still attractively priced to push the initiative on strategic reserve. For building strategic gas reserve, the plan is to inject depleted gas fields with fuel or develop storage in large salt caverns.
The plan for strategic gas reserve emerges from an official study that suggests that consumption of natural gas would grow two-fold by 2030, resulting in large gap between demand and domestic production. This would increase imports of gas and take them closer to levels of oil imports, where the country has to depend on overseas supplies to meet over 85 per cent of its domestic consumption demand.
At present, almost half of the domestic consumption of natural gas is met from imports. With the government keen on building a cleaner gas-based economy, consumption is set to rise, pushing up imports of LNG.
The suggestion for building strategic gas reserve has also come from Niti Aayog that is finalising a national Energy Policy. An earlier draft policy has made a case for a gas storage requirement, if consumers have to be assured of un-interrupted supplies.
Official sources said that a panel in the Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has also studied various suggestions for building the gas reserve and will take a call on the matter soon after reports of experts on the issue come. It also plans to hire consultants to evaluate the options.
It is expected that a natural gas reserve would rely more on the private sector to build gas storage capacity. In this regard, depleted oil and gas fields of national oil companies (NoCs) will be offered on a competitive basis to interested gas marketeers, both for strategic and commercial storages. A policy in this regard may be formulated by the Oil Ministry.
Also, other options like salt caverns and aquifers would be explored to build the strategic gas reserve. Once the storage is identified, bids would be invited to use the storage. Overseas gas producing companies may also be offered a stake in such storage as is being done in the case of strategic oil reserve.
The storage facility may be chosen close to the pipeline infrastructure so that the fuel can be easily used in times of need.
“The strategic gas reserve would work well for the country as it would ensure uninterrupted fuel supply to key infrastructure projects. However, the cost structure for storage should be such that fuel price for customers is kept low. Close to 25,000 MW of gas based power projects are either under stress or functioning at very low capacity due to shortage of gas,” said a power sector analyst, not willing to be named.
A strategic storage of gas would work well in India also because domestic gas production has remained stagnant for the past few years. In the current fiscal (FY21) up to November, gas production has declined by about 12 per cent to 18,704 MMSCM, while consumption has remained static and imports of LNG have grown.
India has 5.33 million tonne operational underground strategic oil reserve facility at Vishakhapatnam, Mangalore and Padur. This is also being further expanded to augment strategic oil reserves facility with 90-100 days’ stock.
ALSO READ: E-Cigarettes Are A Gateway For Those Who Become Daily Cigarette Smokers
The idea of a strategic gas reserve is not new to India. Several heavy energy-consuming countries have build a storage system to ensure supply security. The US has almost a third of global gas storage while Russia, Ukraine, Canada and Germany together account for another big chunk. China also has gas storage facilities. (IANS)
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64 percent of women in Maharashtra pursued a career, interest, or passion when they were single, after marriage which became their primary focus.
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A recent survey conducted by Gemini cooking oils across 10 cities in Maharashtra revealed that 6 in 10 women in Maharashtra would like to save time spent on cooking and engage more in their interests and passion. The #IgnitingAspirations survey also found that 61 percent of women between the ages of 40 and 45 spend most of their time doing household chores, especially cooking and childcare, despite the fact that more than 60 percent of those customers surveyed seek to be more than homemakers.
The survey also found that 84 percent of women in Nashik felt that fewer hours spent on cooking could help them develop their personal interests, a trend echoed by only 31 percent of women in Nagpur.
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The findings say that 80 percent of women do most of the cooking for their household themselves, as it is considered healthier and due to the absence of any support. Cooking (100 minutes a day) and childcare (133 minutes a day) are the most time-engaging, followed by cleaning and grocery shopping, as per women surveyed.
97 percent of women polled said that household workload rises during festivals due to increased cleaning and cooking requirements, leaving them with even less time for themselves. Women in Tier-II cities lead with the idea of gender equality at home, expecting men to help more with household activities.
Younger men are more likely to support women in household work, as 74 percent of women between 21-25 years in the state receive support from men, even more in larger cities like Thane (99), Navi Mumbai (90), Mumbai (82) and Pune (80). 9 in 10 women said they believe in the equal sharing of responsibilities with men in their households, a trend most pronounced among the younger women surveyed.
The research shows that women firmly believe in the importance of managing their family’s health and nutrition. However, they would like to save time on household work to focus on their personal aspirations, with 60 percent of Maharashtra women saying they want to pursue their passion. Nashik, Solapur, and Pune are the top three cities where they are keen to engage more in their own interests if their household work were to reduce by even 30 minutes a day.
ALSO READ: BP Medications Might Not Affect Outcomes Among COVID-19 Patients: Study
64 percent of women in Maharashtra pursued a career, interest, or passion when they were single, after marriage health of the family (54 percent) and childcare (57 percent) became their primary focus. 60 percent of women would still like to follow their aspirations if their family supports them with household work and encourages them.
According to Subin Sivan, marketing head, Cargill’s oils business in India, “The findings reinforce Gemini’s brand stance of unlocking more time for our consumers. The results reveal that the number of hours that homemakers spend in the kitchen is significant and has increased even more during the pandemic, leaving them with even less time for themselves.” (IANS)
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BY SHWETA PORWAL
The World is on social media and knows the importance of Social media in daily life. Since social media barged its way into our lives everybody wants to be great at social media by using all the possible social media tools to make their content presentable and engaging.
Creating content is all about being creative and thinking out of the box which somehow takes a lot of time and effort. The only best thing you have to do is to use some tools to make sure that the content you publish catches everybody’s attention.
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Let’s explore 5 social media tools that will help improve results.
CANVA
Canva is one of the best online and easy to use graphic design website where you can create custom, on-brand graphics for your social media pages. The websites offer hundreds of free and easy to use templates, designs, post, thumbnails, posters, fonts for stories, and more. Canva also has banners related to social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.
Canva has an easy to use drag and drop interface which makes it more easy and useful.
Price: You can join and avail the primary features for free, but for the more upgraded version of Canva you have to use a paid one.
Website: .Canva Website
LIGHTROOM
Adobe’s Lightroom is a tool used to organize and edit photos. It is a user-friendly tool that includes sliders, filters, and other features that help to create beautiful photos even if you don’t have much editing experience. The availability of the app is also high, it’s available for both mobile and desktop.
Price: Free and Paid both.
Website: Lightroom Website
UNSPLASH
Unsplash is a massive library of free photos that you can use for free. Unsplash is considered as one of the favorite tools in the design, photography, and video space. The content of Unsplash helps give your content a professional and polished look.
Price: Free
Website: Unsplash Website
HOOTSUITE
Hootsuite is a social media scheduling tool that gives users the option to schedule, track and collaborate on social media accounts. It also helps to create a custom social message to send on different social media platforms. The tool is majorly used to promote the best social media content, increase brand awareness, interact with interested audiences.
Price: 30-day free trial and after that Hootsuite is a paid tool.
Website: Hootsuite Website
ALSO READ: Researchers Develop New AI Tool That Can Help To Identify Fake News on Social Media
AUTOHASH
Hashtags are one of the most important steps which make your content visible in the vast world of Social media. The tool Autohash is a very useful tool that suggests related and popular hashtags for your post that you can easily use and increase your reach and create new audiences every day.
Price: Free to use.
Website: Autohash is an application that can be downloaded easily.
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Good health, more work, and worthy returns should be your primary goals this year. 2021 will bring us new opportunities- Kajol.
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Actress Kajol is hopeful about 2021 and has already set her goals for the year ahead.
“2020 gave us an unwanted break and a lot of us faced bad patches and downfalls. Also, 2021 will bring us nothing if we stay underconfident. Good health, more work, and worthy returns should be your primary goals this year. 2021 will bring us new and unique opportunities for sure, stay calm,” she said.
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Kajol, who was last seen on the big screen in the historical blockbuster “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior”, is now set to make her digital debut in the upcoming film “Tribhanga”.
ALSO READ: Actor Pankaj Tripathi Reveals Few Secrets Of His Phenomenal Acting Skills
“For me, 2021 has started pretty well. We released the trailer of ‘Tribhanga: Tedhi Medhi Crazy’ early this month, and are overwhelmed with the responses that have come in. It is great to see this amount of love come in from the audience. 2021 is all about positivity and good vibes for me, and ‘Tribhanga’ has given me a good acceleration,” she declared.
“Tribhanga: Tedhi Medhi Crazy” is actress Renuka Shahane’s debut directorial. The film also stars Tanvi Azmi and Mithila Palkar.
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Researchers have discovered a direct association between placental function in pregnant women and future metabolic disorders in children and adults.
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Researchers have discovered a direct association between placental function in pregnant women and future metabolic disorders in children and adults.
The study, published in the journal Diabetes, suggests that the discovery could lead to earlier intervention and diagnosis of disease.
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“We’ve known for some time that many major diseases in adults like diabetes and cardiovascular disease are at least partly caused by problems during foetal life,” said researcher Thomas Jansson, Professor at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
“For example, it has been shown that 50 per cent of all Type-2 diabetes in young adults are caused by exposure to the intrauterine environment in pregnant women with obesity and/or gestational diabetes,” Jansson added.
In this study, the research team have uncovered more about the placenta’s role in the future health of a child.
“We are the first to discover associations between placental function and blood pressure, body fat and triglyceride levels in children between the ages of 4-6 years old. These markers often signal risks for future heart disease, diabetes and obesity,” the researcher said.
For the study, the team involved 1,410 healthy pregnant women between 2010-2014. The children are now 4-6-years-old.
ALSO READ: Comment: With The Arrival of Baiden The United States Starts a New Chapter Filled With Hope
A healthy intrauterine environment is largely determined by the placenta, which nourishes the fetus and protects it against the mother’s immune system. Changes in the placenta like inflammation or insulin signalling, the researchers said, can set the stage for later disease.
The study revealed that the placental IGF-1 receptor protein was associated with serum triglycerides in children which could lead to obesity or diabetes later. Other proteins in the placenta were shown to have associations with increased fat tissue on the arms and thighs of children. (IANS)
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Air India Express on Thursday said that it has become India's first airline to introduce robotic technology to disinfect and clean aircraft interiors.
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Air India Express on Thursday said that it has become India’s first airline to introduce robotic technology to disinfect and clean aircraft interiors.
Air India on Thursday used a robotic device fitted with a UV lamp system to disinfect one of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft at Delhi airport.
At present, the UV-C disinfection system is identified worldwide as one of the most effective forms of disinfection.
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“This technology is tested and approved by NABL laboratory for its efficiency to disinfect the surfaces from germs, bacteria, and viruses,” the airline said in a statement.
“Air India Express has tied up with ground handling agency AISATS to launch this technology in India as it is important that surfaces commonly touched by both passengers and crew are disinfected and kept clean.”
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: मध्य प्रदेश : गांव के लोगों द्वारा इन महिलाओं को बुलाया जाता है ‘वसूली भाभी’
The robotic device, fitted with collapsible arms, is specifically designed to disinfect aircraft seats, under-seat areas, inside overhead baggage compartment, aisle ceiling, window panels, cockpit instrumentation area, overhead switch panel, and interiors from viruses and bacteria.
ALSO READ: Study: Gut Microbe May Promote Some Breast Cancers
In addition, the airline plans to extend this technology for its aircraft operating from other airports in its network in the country. (IANS)
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Haryana government has opened north India's first-of-its-kind public charging station for charging all types of electric cars (e-Cars) in Panchkula.
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With an aim to promote e-mobility, the Haryana government has opened north India’s first-of-its-kind public charging station for charging all types of electric cars (e-Cars) in Panchkula.
The new station, which comes at the head office of the Haryana Renewable Energy Department Agency (HAREDA), was inaugurated by Petroleum Secretary Tarun Kapoor in the presence of Haryana’s Additional Chief Secretary, New and Renewable Energy, Trilok Chand Gupta, and Secretary, New, and Renewable Energy and HAREDA Director-General Hanif Qureshi.
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Capable of charging any type or model of EV, the new station in the state will be available to users free of cost. It has been set up by the Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL), a JV of public sector undertakings (PSUs) under the Ministry of Power as a part of an agreement with the HAREDA.
The installation is part of EESL’s PCS pilot phase in the state and shall be open to the public for use, free of cost. HAREDA will bear its entire cost of installation and maintenance.
The dignitaries also flagged off five EVs which were handed over by EESL to HAREDA on a dry-lease monthly agreement. Among the five EVs, a Hyundai Kona EV has been deployed at the Head office of the department in Panchkula while one Tata Nexon EV each will be deployed in district offices of the department in Gurugram, Faridabad, Panchkula, and Karnal.
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: कैंसर और उसकी दवा पर शोध करेंगे आईआईटी-दिल्ली और आयुर्वेद संस्थान
HAREDA is also actively working for the promotion and adoption of EV charging stations and EVs in Haryana and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Convergence Energy Services Ltd (CESL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of EESL for the joint partnership to deploy EV charging infrastructure across the state.
Inaugurating the EV charging station, Kapoor said: “This one-of-its-kind public charging station gives EV owners the freedom to choose their preferred EV, based on their respective mobility needs. With charging infrastructure that can address local needs, Haryana has the potential to greatly accelerate EV adoption and reduce the dependence on fossil fuels, thereby reducing the vehicular emissions and decreasing India’s import of petrol-based fuels.”
ALSO READ: Google Workers Unionize To Tackle Pay Disparity
Meanwhile, HAREDA is also planning to sign an MOU with Tata Power to expand the creation of infrastructure charging stations and EVs across Haryana. (IANS)
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During winter days, the body becomes stiff which makes it prone to cramps, joint pain, and injury. Yoga can cure your winter lethargy and stiffness.
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During winter days, the body becomes stiff which makes it prone to cramps, joint pain, and injury. Yoga can cure your winter lethargy and stiffness.
All you need is your yoga mat and as little as 20 minutes thrice a week to see the difference. Exercise heats up the body from the inside and releases stiffness from the muscles making you feel active and energetic. Grand Master Akshar shares a few yoga poses that may help deal with these winter woes.
Sukshma Vyayam
Start your day with sukshma vyayam. In yoga, warming up of the body starts from the toes and goes all the way up. You can start with ankle rotations, warming up the ankle joints, moving on to your knees, hips, arms, neck, and head. Warming up the body ensures that your production levels on the mat are high and you also remain free from injuries.
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Go Slow
Practice gently and slowly keeping awareness of each movement and syncing your breath along with each posture. When you practice slowly it ensures that you are mindful of your movements and this results in better strength flexibility and a positive outcome overall. Establish communication between the mind and the body through the breath in a gentle and slow manner. Practicing any movements in a hasty way not only leads to injury but can also harm the respiratory and the nervous system.
Choose your environment
During the winter, choose a warm and cozy place for your practice. If indoors, choose a room or a spot where there isn’t a cold draft in the air. If you are practicing outdoors make sure that you are well covered in warm clothing. Practise is vital to keep your body in good health and in a mobile condition. Practice the following yoga postures:
Yoga Asanas
Cat Pose
Urdvha Mukhi /Adhomukhi Marjariasana: To get into this pose, kneel down placing your knees under the hips and palms under your shoulders. Inhale and curl your spine to look up. Exhale and round your back and shoulders to look at your navel. This asana is good for warming up the spine.
Want to read more in Hindi? Checkout: पूर्व कप्तान गोविंदा ने पूछा, ध्यान चंद को अब तक भारत रत्न क्यों नहीं?
Downward Dog
Adho Mukha Svanasana: To form a downward dog, you can start in Child’s Pose resting your pelvis on your heels and reaching out in front of you with your forehead on the floor. From here, bring your toes down to push your knees and pelvis up forming a triangular shape with the body. Make sure the distance between the palms and your feet is neither too far away nor is it too close.
Upward Facing Dog
Urdvha Mukhi Svanasana: Come to plank posture and from here gently drop the pelvis and the stomach down without touching the floor. Lift the chest and the shoulders towards the sky and lookup. In this posture do not bend your elbows and squeeze the glutes to activate the back muscles.
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These are simple and effective postures that can be performed by practitioners of any age. Once you are able to perform these postures with ease then you can add advanced level asanas in your practice such as Wheel Pose, Bow Pose, Peacock Pose, Headstand, and so on. Along with your yoga practice, ensure that you monitor your food intake and consume water at room temperature. (IANS)
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"During winter days, the body becomes stiff which makes it prone to cramps, joint pain, and injury. Yoga can cure your winter lethargy and stiffness.\nAll you need is your yoga mat and as little as 20 minutes thrice a week to see the difference. Exercise heats up the body from the inside and releases stiffness from the muscles making you feel active and energetic. Grand Master Akshar shares a few yoga poses that may help deal with these winter woes.\nSukshma Vyayam\nStart your day with sukshma vyayam. In yoga, warming up of the body starts from the toes and goes all the way up. You can start with ankle rotations, warming up the ankle joints, moving on to your knees, hips, arms, neck, and head. Warming up the body ensures that your production levels on the mat are high and you also remain free from injuries.\nFollow NewsGram on Instagram to keep yourself updated.\nGo Slow\nPractice gently and slowly keeping awareness of each movement and syncing your breath along with each posture. When you practice slowly it ensures that you are mindful of your movements and this results in better strength flexibility and a positive outcome overall. Establish communication between the mind and the body through the breath in a gentle and slow manner. Practicing any movements in a hasty way not only leads to injury but can also harm the respiratory and the nervous system.\nChoose your environment\nDuring the winter, choose a warm and cozy place for your practice. If indoors, choose a room or a spot where there isn’t a cold draft in the air. If you are practicing outdoors make sure that you are well covered in warm clothing. Practise is vital to keep your body in good health and in a mobile condition. Practice the following yoga postures:\nYoga Asanas\nCat Pose\nUrdvha Mukhi /Adhomukhi Marjariasana: To get into this pose, kneel down placing your knees under the hips and palms under your shoulders. Inhale and curl your spine to look up. Exhale and round your back and shoulders to look at your navel. This asana is good for warming up the spine.\nWant to read more in Hindi? Checkout: पूर्व कप्तान गोविंदा ने पूछा, ध्यान चंद को अब तक भारत रत्न क्यों नहीं?\nDownward Dog\nAdho Mukha Svanasana: To form a downward dog, you can start in Child’s Pose resting your pelvis on your heels and reaching out in front of you with your forehead on the floor. From here, bring your toes down to push your knees and pelvis up forming a triangular shape with the body. Make sure the distance between the palms and your feet is neither too far away nor is it too close.\nUpward Facing Dog\nUrdvha Mukhi Svanasana: Come to plank posture and from here gently drop the pelvis and the stomach down without touching the floor. Lift the chest and the shoulders towards the sky and lookup. In this posture do not bend your elbows and squeeze the glutes to activate the back muscles.\nALSO READ: Emotional Ads Do Not Motivate To Enhance Consumers’ Memory\nThese are simple and effective postures that can be performed by practitioners of any age. Once you are able to perform these postures with ease then you can add advanced level asanas in your practice such as Wheel Pose, Bow Pose, Peacock Pose, Headstand, and so on. Along with your yoga practice, ensure that you monitor your food intake and consume water at room temperature. (IANS)",
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Actor Pankaj Tripathi has revealed a few of his secrets when it comes to honing his phenomenal acting skills. He loves revisiting the works of Chekov and Brecht, global icons who revolutionized theatre and gave shape to modern acting techniques. Tripathi also often falls back on eminent Kannada playwright and theatre director Prasanna’s book, Indian Method In Acting.
Tripathi opened up on this aspect when he was posed with questions about his craft at a recent virtual film festival. The conversation led to an elaborate discussion on the writings and works of Bertolt Brecht and Anton Chekhov.
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“A large part of why I was inclined to the arts is because academics never interested me. I wasn’t one for books, and practicals were my favorite. So, when I went to the Nation School of Drama (NSD), I was glad that it’s good riddance from books and hardcore studying. NSD has a huge library.
A semester later, I was back to being surrounded by books of modern Indian drama and traditional Indian drama, amongst others. In NSD, we managed because the equal emphasis was given on practicals and theory. Practicals included staging shows, which always piqued my interest. Books were deemed boring,” Tripathi said.
ALSO READ: 30% Severely Infected Patients Have Post-Covid Digestive Issues
Actor Pankaj Tripathi continued: “Today, almost 16 years later, I feel I enjoy theory more than I did before. Now when I look back, I feel those books have been instrumental in strengthening my craft. For an actor, books are as important as practicals. I don’t have to give exams, so it lures me to read books on honing my craft.
I feel the need to read up as much as possible about acting techniques to stay on my toes. I revisit the world of great theatre pundits like Chekov and Brecht to make sure that I have my groundwork in place. Of the Indian books, I constantly read ‘Indian Method In Acting’ by theatre director Prasanna. It’s a beautiful book that I have gifted to many of my peers, and I feel it’s the kind of study material that enriches your work.” (IANS)
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Alcohol intake should be avoided after getting the first jab of the Covid-19 vaccine for some days and abstinence should also be maintained afterwards.
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Alcohol intake should be avoided after getting the first jab of the Covid-19 vaccine for some days and abstinence should also be maintained after the second jab for some days, health experts said on Monday, as alcohol can hinder the effect of the vaccine.
According to experts, drinking alcohol, especially heavy drinking, may reduce your body’s ability to build immunity in response to a virus.
“First of all, consumption of alcohol is not advisable at all in any condition. But, drinking alcohol can reduce your body’s ability to build immunity in response to a virus,” Satish Kaul, HOD and Director, Internal Medicine, Narayana Hospital, Gurugram told IANS.
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According to healthline.com, a Russian health official last month advised citizens being vaccinated with the country’s Sputnik V vaccine that they should abstain from alcohol for two months.
However, the developer of the vaccine, Alexander Gintsburg, later commented that this advice is too extreme. In a tweet from the Sputnik V account, Gintsburg advised refraining from alcohol for three days after each injection, guidance that he says applies to all vaccines.
“Excessive alcohol intake can reduce the immune responses to the vaccine. Since Russians are known for heavy drinking, their government has advised them to avoid drinking for two weeks prior to the first dose and six weeks after the second dose.
“The Sputnik vaccine is given in two doses 21 days apart. Occasional glass of wine or beer will not interfere with the immune response,” said Sudhir Bhandari, principal and controller at the SMS Medical College in Jaipur.
Currently, India is banking on two vaccines — Serum Institute of India’s ‘Covishield’ and Bharat BioTech’s ‘Covaxin’ — and four more are in the pipeline to be rolled out in the country, according to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. To date, a total of 447 Adverse Events Following Immunisation (AEFI) have been reported in the last two days of the massive inoculation drive against Covid-19 that is now underway in the country.
“The consumption of alcohol, sleepless nights or any other unhealthy activities like smoking etc. should be avoided in order to get maximum benefit of any vaccine,” Kaul informed. People who have taken the vaccine must ensure a healthy lifestyle and avoid binge drinking around the time of the vaccination.
ALSO READ: Here’s Why People Experience Abdominal Pain While Consuming Certain Foods!
“Some neurological symptoms like dizziness have been reported after vaccination, therefore, it is suggested not to take alcohol for 24-48 hours after vaccination so that patient can appreciate any side effect of vaccination,” said Manoj Goel, Director, Pulmonology, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram.
“To ensure healthy lifestyle, alcohol consumption should be avoided,” added Harshal R Salve, Associate Professor at Centre for Community Medicine, AIIMS. (IANS)
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As the bird flu spreads its tentacles in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala, experts have raised concerns
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As the bird flu spreads its tentacles in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala, experts have raised concerns over why the reasons for bird flu or avian influenza and animal botulism or any other disease infecting the nation’s wildlife in recent years have not been deciphered so far.
Around 20,000 aquatic birds perished in November 2019 in and around Sambhar Lake in Rajasthan. The Rajasthan High Court at that time took suo-moto cognizance and formed a committee to ensure that such a tragedy does not occur again.
“In such a context, the court should ask the central government to set up a panel to decipher the reason behind such cases of bird flu, influenza, botulism, or any other disease which is infecting India’s wild birds in recent years. Despite mortality happening in states which is a cause of grave concern to state governments, the reasons behind such infections are not yet known which is a worrying factor,” said environmentalist Harsh Vardhan.
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IANS contacted many experts in this regard and all of them summarised that it is high time that such diseases in wildlife species are ascertained and diagnosed and the curative aspect is taken up.
Many of them also argued that there are few agencies in the country that are capable of diagnosing such diseases. The less said the better about the autopsy which is the only option left to veterinary surgeons.
All samples of dead birds from Rajasthan are being sent to Bhopal for further testing as there are no such labs in the desert state.
The experts hinted that North-South migration can also be subjected to injecting virus in birds causing embarrassment to southern countries.
Most of the migratory birds to India fly North-South in October and go back South-North in March. The mortalities have been noticed on the N-S pathway i.e. reaching India, the experts said.
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It is being speculated whether a neighboring hostile country sprayed birds that bred there and were on the way to reach India. Objective — to cause a virus among other birds and thereby spread it to humans? A tactic of a country to upset another country, not friendly now and its economy being a threat to its neighbor, said a wildlife expert on condition of anonymity.
He added that the Ministry of Environment has the jurisdiction to tackle such issues. However, it has no expertise. It rests on the states’ work. So Ministry of Animal Husbandry is the lone agency to handle such issues but it mostly deals with domestic livestock not directly supervising the wild species. So who is finally responsible for wild species? The Forest Department, which has no wherewithal to deal with such crises, he asked.
A total of 522 birds have died in Rajasthan in the last one week since the outbreak of bird flu, out of which 471 were crows, while others include herons and baya weavers.
Mohanlal Meena, Chief Wildlife Warden, Jaipur told IANS, “Animal Husbandry is mostly responsible in dealing with such issues. However, we are working as joint teams with the Veterinary Department, district administration, and Forest Department to contain the infection. Our teams are tracking all such cases without delay and disposing of them with caution,” he added.
ALSO READ: Tissue Healing in Brain Can Lead To Tumour Growth, Says Study
Another senior official who monitored the Sambhar crisis told IANS, “No lessons have been learned from the Sambhar tragedy. The reason behind the birds’ death was botulism which happens via poisoned food/meat or by injecting poison. Disposing of their bodies was a challenge then and it is a challenge now too when bird flu has hit many parts of the state.” (IANS)
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The International Film festival of Kerala (IFFK) will be held from February 10 onwards in four places. This is the silver jubilee of the film festival.
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The International Film festival of Kerala (IFFK) will be held from February 10 onwards in four places. This is the silver jubilee of the film festival.
The festival will be held at Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Palakkad and Thalassery.
Covid negative certificates are mandatory for people to participate in the festival and the delegate fee is reduced to Rs 750.
The festival will be inaugurated at Thiruvananthapuram on February 10 and will conclude at Palakkad on March 5. The festival will be inaugurated on February 10 at Thiruvananthapuram and will be conducted here from February 10 to 14, at Ernakulam from February 17 to 21, From February 23 to 27 at Thalassery, and from March 1 to 5 at Palakkad.
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This was announced by the state minister for culture AK Balan here today.
The minister said that the film festival which was generally held in December each year will be postponed to February 10 owing to the Covid pandemic. The minister said that 14,000 delegates used to attend the festival each year but owing to Covid this is not possible and hence the film festival is to be conducted at four venues. He said that movies will be screened at five theatres in each district.
While speaking to media persons Balan said: “All the cultural festivals as part of the film festival are canceled owing to the Covid pandemic. Meet the Director, Press meet, Master class, and discussion with foreign guests will be conducted online”.
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The minister also said that IFFK will have competition section films, Malayalam cinema today, Indian cinema now, Kaleidoscope, Retrospective, and Homage sections. Four films will be screened in a theatre a day.
ALSO READ: Jawahar Park in Mathura To Reopen With A New Look
The Kerala State Chalachithra Academy who is the host of the festival will have antigen testing facilities at the venues in association with the state health ministry. Delegates are expected to mandatorily produce Covid negative certificate taken forty-eight hours before the festival. (IANS)
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Argan oil contains a number of different beneficial properties and vitamins that form a powerful combination to boost skin health.
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Argan oil has traditionally been used topically to improve the health of skin, hair, and nails. It contains a number of different beneficial properties and vitamins that form a powerful combination to boost skin health. Dr. Geeta Grewal – a cosmetic surgeon, beauty, and health wellness expert explains some prominent uses of the oil for health, skin, and hair.
Night Moisturiser
Argan oil absorbs quickly and does not leave an oily residue. In the winter months you may need a second drop but remember to use sparingly. This oil is safe and gentle to use around your eyes. Vitamin A and Vitamin E present in the oil can help to reduce fine wrinkles and keep this delicate area moisturized.
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Skin Toner
Toning is an important step in your skincare routine. For an all-over glow, add 3-4 drops of your favorite toner, make your own chemical-free, natural toner at home.
Exfoliant
To experience the argan oil benefits while exfoliating, pay special attention to acne-prone areas and areas that are dry. Regular exfoliation helps to remove dead skin cells and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while giving you a younger, fresher complexion. With the aid of brown sugar, argan oil’s nutrients are more readily absorbed into your skin. Use this exfoliator for more than just your face. If you have dry elbows or heels, mix up a bit more to massage the dry and dead skin away.
Acne Remedy
Tea tree oil complements the argan oil benefits beautifully with its rich antioxidant content and its inherent antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. Together, they can help fight stubborn acne while reducing inflammation and scarring.
Stretch Mark Remedy
Vitamin A and vitamin E will help to rejuvenate the skin while moisturizing, and so stretch marks are less likely to form. If you already have stretch marks, start by massaging argan oil and brown sugar into the affected areas before your next bath. Rinse well and apply the oil to the affected areas prior to dressing.
Razor Bumps and Burn Treatment
Razor bumps and razor burn are uncomfortable and unsightly. Argan oil is an effective treatment to soothe the skin after shaving, both for men after shaving their beards and for women after shaving their legs.
Leave-In Conditioner
Argan oil is not only beneficial to the skin — it’s also great for hair. This non-greasy oil makes for the perfect leave-in conditioner that makes your hair easier to style while repairing those pesky split ends. Argon oil helps to tame frizz and fly-aways and protect against the heat of hairdryers, curlers, and flat irons, all the while promoting body and a healthy shine.
Overnight Deep Conditioning Treatment
If you have dry, brittle hair, once a week do an overnight deep conditioning treatment with argan oil. If you have dandruff or dry scalp, do an overnight treatment twice per week until the dandruff is gone. Continue with weekly treatments or as needed.
Lip Conditioner
Argan oil benefits more than just your skin and hair; it makes for a wonderful lip treatment or lip balm substitute. This will not only relieve any cracked lips but also keep your lips soft, smooth, and conditioned. Keep argan oil handy during the winter to prevent chapped lips.
ALSO READ: Coconut Oil is The Super Oil For Hair Care
Nail & Cuticle Treatment
Argan oil’s non-greasy moisture is an ideal treatment for cuticles and nails. The oil will not only help to condition your nails but will also help keep your cuticles moisturized so you don’t develop painful hangnails.
Foot Treatment
If you have dry, cracking skin on your feet or heels, rub two drops into your feet, paying special attention to the problem areas. Depending on how dry your skin is, you may need to apply a couple of more drops to fully moisturize the area.
Treating hair loss
Argan oil helps prevent hair loss by ensuring that you don’t lose more follicles than you’re able to grow- when that happens, hair loss becomes noticeable. Multiple studies on the oils’ effect on hair re-growth have found that it stimulates the scalp due to its rich nutrient content to produce more hair. (IANS)
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Changing gears and shifting back to a daily routine after the holiday season is never going to be easy but doing exercieses is the need of the hour-Shilpa.
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The Christmas and New Year vacation period is over, and actress Shilpa Shetty on Monday suggested a few yoga moves that can help one get back to the daily grind after the festive season. Shilpa, also a yoga expert, suggested a deep breathing meditation that can help people fight stress and maintain a balance between calm and chaos.
The actress spent Christmas vacation in Goa with husband Raj Kundra, sister Shamita Shetty, mother Sunanda Shetty, and her children Viaan and Samisha. “Changing gears and shifting back to a daily routine after the holiday season is never going to be easy. But, maintaining a healthy balance between calm & chaos is inexplicably crucial. This is an exercise I do religiously when I want to center myself,” Shilpa tweeted.
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“Inhale and take a deep breath in, filled with positive thoughts, and exhale all the negative thoughts/emotions into the universe as love and light. This meditation helps you focus on the things that need attention, centers, and gives you the ammunition to tackle the stress in your daily grind,” she added.
ALSO READ: 10 Naturopathy And Yoga Tips To Help People With Diabetes
“Do this for a few minutes but unhindered, connect with the universe; and align your mind, body, and soul to prepare yourself for the day ahead. Start with just five minutes of deep breathing today. Tag a friend who needs to keep calm today,” Shilpa further suggested. In 2021, the 45-year-old actress is all set to return to films after 13 years with two releases, “Hungama 2” and “Nikamma”. (IANS)
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When it comes to Hollywood, 2021 is going to be a year of superheroes, reboots, and follow-ups on the big screen — and, of course, James Bond. The Hollywood calendar of the year comes packed with big blockbusters including Scarlett Johansson’s solo superhero outing “Black Widow”, the/-+ Dwayne Johnson adventure “Jungle Cruise”, Marvel’s latest Hollywood superhero genre addition “Eternals”, Tom Cruise’s new “Top Gun” sequel and Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond, “No Time To Die”.
IANS lists the Hollywood releases lined up in 2021 that sure gets us excited:
NO TIME TO DIE
Certainly, the most talked-about Hollywood film not to release in 2020, Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond is now scheduled to release on April 2 this year. The 25th installment of the franchise also features Rami Malek as the new Bond villain Safin and brings back Lea Seydoux as Dr. Madeleine Swann, Ben Whishaw as Q, Ralph Fiennes as M, Naomie Harris as Moneypenny, and Jeffrey Wright as CIA agent Felix Leiter. It is directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga.
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BLACK WIDOW
Marvel Studios will finally release their solo “Black Widow” film, which aims to give a new twist to women’s power in the superhero universe. The film will bring back Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff and her superhero alter ego Black Widow, as she traces her past to solve the puzzle of her life. The film was slated to release in 2020 but got pushed due to the Covid crisis. Now, it is slated to release on May 7.
FAST & FURIOUS 9
Hollywood stars Vin Diesel and John Cena will give bromance a new spin in the upcoming “Fast & Furious” film, which will be fuelled by the emotion of vengeance. The saga sees the return of Justin Lin as director, who helmed the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth chapters of the series. The film also stars Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Jordana Brewster, Nathalie Emmanuel, Helen Mirren, and Charlize Theron. It is expected to release in the first quarter of the year.
UNTITLED SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME SEQUEL
The Tom Holland-led film is expected to be a treat for franchise fans. Spider-Man’s new adventure will bring back Benedict Cumberbatch as the sorcerer superhero Doctor Strange and Alfred Molina as the evil Doctor Octopus. Jamie Foxx will reportedly appear as Electro. The upcoming adventure is expected to feature multiple generations of “Spider-Man” actors, with actors from past films in the series reprising their characters. The third “Spider-Man” film is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 17, 2021.
TOP GUN: MAVERICK
At 58, Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise will be back in his popular avatar as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in “Top Gun: Maverick”, the much-anticipated sequel of the 1986 hit “Top Gun”. The Joseph Kosinski-directed film co-stars Jon Hamm, Jennifer Connelly, Glen Powell, Miles Teller, and Jay Ellis. The trailer shows Maverick going back to Naval Fighter Weapons School to teach to the younger generations. It is slated to release on July 2.
JUNGLE CRUISE
Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt go on an action-packed ride in the film based on the Disneyland ride of the same name. The Jaume Collet-Serra-directed film is set in the early 20th century and follows the journey of a riverboat captain (Johnson) and scientist (Blunt) as they go into the jungles to find the Tree of Life. It is slated to release on July 30.
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 7
Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in “Mission: Impossible 7”, which is helmed by filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie. It is slated to open on November 19, 2021. The spy action thriller also stars Rebecca Ferguson, Ving Rhames, Vanessa Kirby, Simon Pegg, and Hayley Atwell.
DUNE
Denis Villeneuve’s much-hyped sci-fi movie is slated to release on October 1. An official adaptation of Frank Herbert’s classic of the same name, the film will explore themes like politics, religion, and war amid the backdrop of the planet Arrakis, known as Dune. It features Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, Charlotte Rampling, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem.
A QUIET PLACE PART II
The John Krasinski and Emily Blunt-starrer was originally set to hit the big screen last March but were among numerous Hollywood films delayed owing to Covid. It is now scheduled for April 23 this year. The horror film is a sequel of the 2018 winner “A Quiet Place”, which imagined a post-apocalyptic world where humans fall prey to fast-moving creatures who track their victims by sound.
Want to read an article in Hindi? Checkout: 2021 में आने वाली भारतीय वेब शो की रोमांचक सूची
VENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE
Tom Hardy’s much-anticipated “Venom” sequel is also slated to open this year. Andy Serkis has directed the second part of the action-fantasy franchise, which sees Hardy take on an alien symbiote again for another adventure. It is expected to release in June.
THE SUICIDE SQUAD
James Gunn’s “The Suicide Squad” is a reboot of the 2016 film “Suicide Squad”, helmed by David Ayer. Margot Robbie, Joel Kinnaman, and Viola Davis will reprise the roles they played in the first film. It stars Pete Davidson as Blackguard, John Cena as Peacemaker, Idris Elba as Bloodsport, Alice Braga as Sul Soria among others. It is expected to release in August.
THE KING’S MAN
Slated to open on March 12, the Matthew Vaughn-directorial is a prequel in the “Kingsman” film series. It is loosely based on the comic book series “Kingsman”, created by Dave Gibbons and Mark Millar. The film takes place decades before the first two installments in the franchise so far — “Kingsman: The Secret Service” (2014) and “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” (2017). It features Ralph Fiennes, Gemma Arterton, Rhys Ifans, Matthew Goode, Daniel Bruhl, and Djimon Hounsou.
MORBIUS
The “Spider-Man” spinoff is slated to release on March 19. It stars Jared Leto in the titular role as Michael Morbius, a scientist who turns into a vampire.
THE MATRIX 4
Priyanka Chopra will be joining Keanu Reeves in the next part of “The Matrix”, which is expected to release later this year. The film is produced, co-written, and directed by Lana Wachowski, who co-directed and co-wrote three of the previous films with her sister Lilly.
TOM AND JERRY
The live-action/ CG-animated film features the iconic cartoon characters as they go on another fun-filled adventure. The film stars Chloe Grace Moretz and Michael Pena. It is expected to open in the first quarter of the year.
MONSTER HUNTER
Directed by Paul WS Anderson, the film is based on the video game series of the same name. The film stars Milla Jovovich, Tony Jaa, Tip “T. I.” Harris, Meagan Good, Diego Boneta, Josh Helman, Jin Au-Yeung, and Ron Perlman. It is expected to release in the first quarter of the year.
FREE GUY
The Ryan Reynolds-led action-comedy is about a non-player character in a video game. The Shawn Levy-directed film also stars Jodie Comer, Joe Keery, Lil Rel Howery, Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Taika Waititi. It is slated to release on May 21.
SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS
Marvel’s first Asian origin superhero will be introduced this year, with the Destin Daniel Cretton directorial. In the film, Simu Liu stars as the title character with Awkwafina in an unspecified role and Tony Leung playing the iconic comic book villain known as The Mandarin. It is slated to release on July 9.
ETERNALS
Directed by Chloe Zhao, the film stars Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden, Kit Harington, Gemma Chan, Salma Hayek, and Kumail Nanjiani. It is about the super-powered beings, The Celestials, and their villainous adversaries, The Deviants, in a war set millions of years ago. Nanjiani had revealed that his character will have the secret identity of a Bollywood star. It is expected to open on November 5, 2021.
WEST SIDE STORY
Filmmaker Steven Spielberg has reimagined the musical “West Side Story” for the big screen. The classic New York tale tells the story of two lovers — Maria, a Puerto Rican, whose brother Bernardo is the leader of the “Sharks” street gang, and Tony, a former leader of the “Jets”, who battled the Sharks. The film is at the same time a romance and a crime story. It is a story of street gangs, racism, and violence in the shadows of rising skyscrapers. It will open on December 10.
ALSO READ: Experts Predict The 2021 Trends In Art World
GHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE
Jason Reitman’s “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” is a direct sequel set 30 years after “Ghostbusters II”. It follows two children (Mckenna Grace and Finn Wolfhard) and their mother (Carrie Coon) who discover their link to the original gang. It also stars Bill Murray, Sigourney Weaver, and Paul Rudd. It is slated to release on June 11.
DEATH ON THE NILE
Director Kenneth Branagh returns with a new Agatha Christie adaptation, after the commercially successful and star-studded 2017 release, “Murder On The Orient Express”. It is about a murder of passion aboard a cruise ship on the Nile. The film casts Gal Gadot, Branagh, Letitia Wright, Armie Hammer, Annette Bening, Sophie Okonedo, Tom Bateman, Emma Mackey, Dawn French, Rose Leslie, Jennifer Saunders, and Russell Brand, along with Indian actor Ali Fazal. It is slated to release on September 17. (IANS)
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"When it comes to Hollywood, 2021 is going to be a year of superheroes, reboots, and follow-ups on the big screen — and, of course, James Bond. The Hollywood calendar of the year comes packed with big blockbusters including Scarlett Johansson’s solo superhero outing “Black Widow”, the/-+ Dwayne Johnson adventure “Jungle Cruise”, Marvel’s latest Hollywood superhero genre addition “Eternals”, Tom Cruise’s new “Top Gun” sequel and Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond, “No Time To Die”.\nIANS lists the Hollywood releases lined up in 2021 that sure gets us excited:\nNO TIME TO DIE\nCertainly, the most talked-about Hollywood film not to release in 2020, Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond is now scheduled to release on April 2 this year. The 25th installment of the franchise also features Rami Malek as the new Bond villain Safin and brings back Lea Seydoux as Dr. Madeleine Swann, Ben Whishaw as Q, Ralph Fiennes as M, Naomie Harris as Moneypenny, and Jeffrey Wright as CIA agent Felix Leiter. It is directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga.\nFollow NewsGram on Facebook to stay updated.\nBLACK WIDOW\nMarvel Studios will finally release their solo “Black Widow” film, which aims to give a new twist to women’s power in the superhero universe. The film will bring back Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff and her superhero alter ego Black Widow, as she traces her past to solve the puzzle of her life. The film was slated to release in 2020 but got pushed due to the Covid crisis. Now, it is slated to release on May 7.\nFAST & FURIOUS 9\nHollywood stars Vin Diesel and John Cena will give bromance a new spin in the upcoming “Fast & Furious” film, which will be fuelled by the emotion of vengeance. The saga sees the return of Justin Lin as director, who helmed the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth chapters of the series. The film also stars Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Jordana Brewster, Nathalie Emmanuel, Helen Mirren, and Charlize Theron. It is expected to release in the first quarter of the year.\nUNTITLED SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME SEQUEL\nThe Tom Holland-led film is expected to be a treat for franchise fans. Spider-Man’s new adventure will bring back Benedict Cumberbatch as the sorcerer superhero Doctor Strange and Alfred Molina as the evil Doctor Octopus. Jamie Foxx will reportedly appear as Electro. The upcoming adventure is expected to feature multiple generations of “Spider-Man” actors, with actors from past films in the series reprising their characters. The third “Spider-Man” film is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 17, 2021.\nTOP GUN: MAVERICK\nAt 58, Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise will be back in his popular avatar as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in “Top Gun: Maverick”, the much-anticipated sequel of the 1986 hit “Top Gun”. The Joseph Kosinski-directed film co-stars Jon Hamm, Jennifer Connelly, Glen Powell, Miles Teller, and Jay Ellis. The trailer shows Maverick going back to Naval Fighter Weapons School to teach to the younger generations. It is slated to release on July 2.\nJUNGLE CRUISE\nDwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt go on an action-packed ride in the film based on the Disneyland ride of the same name. The Jaume Collet-Serra-directed film is set in the early 20th century and follows the journey of a riverboat captain (Johnson) and scientist (Blunt) as they go into the jungles to find the Tree of Life. It is slated to release on July 30.\nMISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 7\nTom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in “Mission: Impossible 7”, which is helmed by filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie. It is slated to open on November 19, 2021. The spy action thriller also stars Rebecca Ferguson, Ving Rhames, Vanessa Kirby, Simon Pegg, and Hayley Atwell.\nDUNE\nDenis Villeneuve’s much-hyped sci-fi movie is slated to release on October 1. An official adaptation of Frank Herbert’s classic of the same name, the film will explore themes like politics, religion, and war amid the backdrop of the planet Arrakis, known as Dune. It features Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, Charlotte Rampling, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem.\nA QUIET PLACE PART II\nThe John Krasinski and Emily Blunt-starrer was originally set to hit the big screen last March but were among numerous Hollywood films delayed owing to Covid. It is now scheduled for April 23 this year. The horror film is a sequel of the 2018 winner “A Quiet Place”, which imagined a post-apocalyptic world where humans fall prey to fast-moving creatures who track their victims by sound.\nWant to read an article in Hindi? Checkout: 2021 में आने वाली भारतीय वेब शो की रोमांचक सूची\nVENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE\nTom Hardy’s much-anticipated “Venom” sequel is also slated to open this year. Andy Serkis has directed the second part of the action-fantasy franchise, which sees Hardy take on an alien symbiote again for another adventure. It is expected to release in June.\nTHE SUICIDE SQUAD\nJames Gunn’s “The Suicide Squad” is a reboot of the 2016 film “Suicide Squad”, helmed by David Ayer. Margot Robbie, Joel Kinnaman, and Viola Davis will reprise the roles they played in the first film. It stars Pete Davidson as Blackguard, John Cena as Peacemaker, Idris Elba as Bloodsport, Alice Braga as Sul Soria among others. It is expected to release in August.\nTHE KING’S MAN\nSlated to open on March 12, the Matthew Vaughn-directorial is a prequel in the “Kingsman” film series. It is loosely based on the comic book series “Kingsman”, created by Dave Gibbons and Mark Millar. The film takes place decades before the first two installments in the franchise so far — “Kingsman: The Secret Service” (2014) and “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” (2017). It features Ralph Fiennes, Gemma Arterton, Rhys Ifans, Matthew Goode, Daniel Bruhl, and Djimon Hounsou.\nMORBIUS\nThe “Spider-Man” spinoff is slated to release on March 19. It stars Jared Leto in the titular role as Michael Morbius, a scientist who turns into a vampire.\nTHE MATRIX 4\nPriyanka Chopra will be joining Keanu Reeves in the next part of “The Matrix”, which is expected to release later this year. The film is produced, co-written, and directed by Lana Wachowski, who co-directed and co-wrote three of the previous films with her sister Lilly.\nTOM AND JERRY\nThe live-action/ CG-animated film features the iconic cartoon characters as they go on another fun-filled adventure. The film stars Chloe Grace Moretz and Michael Pena. It is expected to open in the first quarter of the year.\nMONSTER HUNTER\nDirected by Paul WS Anderson, the film is based on the video game series of the same name. The film stars Milla Jovovich, Tony Jaa, Tip “T. I.” Harris, Meagan Good, Diego Boneta, Josh Helman, Jin Au-Yeung, and Ron Perlman. It is expected to release in the first quarter of the year.\nFREE GUY\nThe Ryan Reynolds-led action-comedy is about a non-player character in a video game. The Shawn Levy-directed film also stars Jodie Comer, Joe Keery, Lil Rel Howery, Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Taika Waititi. It is slated to release on May 21.\nSHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS\nMarvel’s first Asian origin superhero will be introduced this year, with the Destin Daniel Cretton directorial. In the film, Simu Liu stars as the title character with Awkwafina in an unspecified role and Tony Leung playing the iconic comic book villain known as The Mandarin. It is slated to release on July 9.\nETERNALS\nDirected by Chloe Zhao, the film stars Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden, Kit Harington, Gemma Chan, Salma Hayek, and Kumail Nanjiani. It is about the super-powered beings, The Celestials, and their villainous adversaries, The Deviants, in a war set millions of years ago. Nanjiani had revealed that his character will have the secret identity of a Bollywood star. It is expected to open on November 5, 2021.\nWEST SIDE STORY\nFilmmaker Steven Spielberg has reimagined the musical “West Side Story” for the big screen. The classic New York tale tells the story of two lovers — Maria, a Puerto Rican, whose brother Bernardo is the leader of the “Sharks” street gang, and Tony, a former leader of the “Jets”, who battled the Sharks. The film is at the same time a romance and a crime story. It is a story of street gangs, racism, and violence in the shadows of rising skyscrapers. It will open on December 10.\nALSO READ: Experts Predict The 2021 Trends In Art World\nGHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE\nJason Reitman’s “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” is a direct sequel set 30 years after “Ghostbusters II”. It follows two children (Mckenna Grace and Finn Wolfhard) and their mother (Carrie Coon) who discover their link to the original gang. It also stars Bill Murray, Sigourney Weaver, and Paul Rudd. It is slated to release on June 11.\nDEATH ON THE NILE\nDirector Kenneth Branagh returns with a new Agatha Christie adaptation, after the commercially successful and star-studded 2017 release, “Murder On The Orient Express”. It is about a murder of passion aboard a cruise ship on the Nile. The film casts Gal Gadot, Branagh, Letitia Wright, Armie Hammer, Annette Bening, Sophie Okonedo, Tom Bateman, Emma Mackey, Dawn French, Rose Leslie, Jennifer Saunders, and Russell Brand, along with Indian actor Ali Fazal. It is slated to release on September 17. (IANS)",
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"A New Sense of Place", a study conducted by Script reveals how technology is melding work and play for Indians across cities and generations.
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With over 50 per cent (564.5 million) of the Indian population connected to the internet, the shift to ‘activity’ as opposed to ‘location’ has become more defined. According to a study every one-in-five respondent orders groceries from their beds or while browsing what is on the television, or even on their smartphones while travelling! This is the power of technology these days!
“A New Sense of Place”, a study conducted by Script (a Godrej Venture) reveals how technology is melding work and play for Indians across cities and generations.
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The report highlights transformations in lifestyle habits and consumer behaviour. For instance, the living room, which used to be the hub for evening gatherings and cable TV entertainment, is no more the primary choice to watch a movie or TV show. In fact, the survey revealed that 76 per cent admitted to not being in their living rooms if they were watching a show.
The first choice of content consumption for both men and women are the bedroom, followed by the kitchen and dining room for only 22 per cent female respondents, and the living room for 26 per cent male respondents. This has, no doubt, given rise to new hangout spots: dining sets, comfy new recliners and sofas which extend to beds, and of course bean bags.
Rajat Mathur, Business Head, Script, said: “Technology has brought about a freedom of living which was previously inaccessible. Mobile phones are now the primary screen for today’s connected Indian consumers. As a brand, the objective of Script has always been to enable a fluid living experience. At present, people are unbound and empowered, in each moment, to choose the roles and identities that suit their mood, habit or quirk. The physical spaces we live in are now redefined and evolved to suit a multifunctional generation!”
ALSO READ: Usage Of Various Technology Tools For Smart Policing To Fight Crime
The study also found that the concept of a workplace, which has now evolved into a person’s device, not the place they go to, is hiding interesting secrets! Nearly half of the respondents admitted to secretly watching content on OTT platforms while at work. Professionally employed Indians now spend 2.35 hours on social media during work hours, as compared to 1.15 hours spent on social media outside work. Also, half the respondents responded to personal messages during work meetings.
Interestingly, “being at work” is not considered a bad thing – half of millennials and Gen Z’ers communicated with their bosses on social media while on vacation. At the same time, Indians are not shying away from taking work home – as 67 per cent millennials and 69 per cent Gen Z’ers responded to work-related messages and calls from home. (IANS)
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Metabolism May Play A Role In Recurrent Major Depression
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Researchers have found that certain metabolites — small molecules produced by the process of metabolism — may be the predictive indicators for persons at risk of recurrent major depressive disorder (rMMD). The findings, published in the journal Translational Psychiatry, indicated that the accuracy of this prediction was more than 90 percent.
“This is evidence for a mitochondrial nexus at the heart of depression,” said the researcher, Robert K. Naviaux, a professor at the University of California in San Diego. “It’s a small study, but it is the first to show the potential of using metabolic markers as predictive clinical indicators of patients at greatest risk — and lower risk — for recurring bouts of major depressive symptoms,” Naviaux added.
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rMMD is a mood disorder characterized by multiple symptoms in combination — feelings of sadness or hopelessness, anger or frustration, loss of interest, sleep disturbances, anxiety, slowed or difficulty thinking, suicidal thoughts, and unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches. For the study, the team recruited 68 subjects (45 females, 23 males) with rMDD who were in antidepressant-free remission and 59 age- and gender-matched controls. After collecting blood from patients who were in remission, the patients were followed prospectively for two-and-a-half years.
ALSO READ: E-Cigarettes Are A Gateway For Those Who Become Daily Cigarette Smokers
Results showed that a metabolism signature found when patients were well could predict which patients were most likely to relapse up to two-and-a-half years in the future. Analysis of the most predictive chemicals found they belong to certain kinds of lipids (fats that included eicosanoids and sphingolipids) and purines.
Purines are made from molecules, such as ATP and ADP — the major chemicals used for energy storage in cells, but which also play a role in communications used by cells under stress, known as purinergic signaling. The researchers found that in subjects with rMMD, changes in specific metabolites in six identified metabolic pathways resulted in fundamental alterations of important cellular activities. (IANS)
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Low self-confidence in close relationships seems to trigger parental stress, which in turn triggers the symptoms of depression in men.
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Study: Relationship Insecurities Likely To Trigger Depression In Men
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Men, take note. If you are a new father and insecure about the relationship with your partner, it may trigger depression, a new study suggests. The findings indicate that male postnatal depression is more common in men who are insecure in their relationship with their partner.
“Low self-confidence in close relationships seems to trigger parental stress, which in turn triggers the symptoms of depression,” said researcher Elia Psouni, Associate Professor, Lund University in Sweden.
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According to the researchers, depression affects around 10-12 percent of new mothers and at least 8 percent of new fathers. The study focused on the reasons behind the fathers’ depressive symptoms. For the study, published in the journal APA Psyc Net, the research team involved new 530 fathers.
ALSO READ: Study: Relationships From Dating Apps Are Often Long Term
The researchers said that 143 had symptoms of depression that would justify a referral for further assessment. Of these, 43 fathers described very debilitating symptoms and 22 described very serious symptoms.
Affected men often have a negative view of themselves and are worried about being inadequate in their intimate relationships; a concern that may be based on childhood experiences with their own parents, the team said. The study also revealed that men whose female partners suffered from postpartum depression were over-represented, and that very few of them were in contact with a professional to get help. (IANS)
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5G systems will connect up to one million devices per square kilometer greatly increasing the speed of data transfer and the volume of data transmitted.
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The rollout of 5G networks should be halted until the safety of the technology has been tested and proven, an expert has urged. According to Professor John William Frank from the University of Edinburgh, the transmitter density required for 5G means that more people will be exposed to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMFs), and at levels that emerging evidence suggests, are potentially harmful to health.
However, Professor Frank does stress the ridiculousness of linking 5G exposures to Covid-19, as suggested by some conspiracy theorists. 5G uses much higher frequency (3 to 300GHz) radio waves than in the past and it makes use of very new — and relatively unevaluated, in terms of safety — supportive technology to enable this higher data transmission capacity, Frank pointed out in an opinion piece published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.
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Its inherent fragility means that transmission boosting ‘cell’ antennae are generally required every 100-300 m — which is far more spatially dense than the transmission masts required for older 2G, 3G, and 4G technology, using lower frequency waves.
The professor explained that existing 4G systems can service up to 4000 radio frequency-using devices per square kilometer; 5G systems will connect up to one million devices per square kilometer — greatly increasing the speed of data transfer (by a factor of 10) and the volume of data transmitted (by a factor of 1000).
“It is highly likely that each of these many forms of transmission causes somewhat different biological effects — making sound, comprehensive and up-to-date research on those effects virtually impossible,” he said.
ALSO READ: OTT Platforms Ready For Explosive Growth Led By Jio 5G Network
Recent reviews of lab data on RF-EMFs indicate that exposures can produce wide-ranging effects, including reproductive, fetal, oncological, neuropsychiatric, skin, eye, and immunological. But there is absolutely no evidence whatsoever to suggest that it is implicated in the spread of Covid-19, as some conspiracy theorists have suggested, he emphasized.
But for the current 5G roll-out, there’s a sound basis for invoking ‘the precautionary principle’ because of significant doubts about the safety of a new and potentially widespread human exposure, which should be reason enough “to call a moratorium on that exposure, pending adequate scientific investigation of its suspected adverse health effects,” he said. (IANS)
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"The rollout of 5G networks should be halted until the safety of the technology has been tested and proven, an expert has urged. According to Professor John William Frank from the University of Edinburgh, the transmitter density required for 5G means that more people will be exposed to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMFs), and at levels that emerging evidence suggests, are potentially harmful to health.\nHowever, Professor Frank does stress the ridiculousness of linking 5G exposures to Covid-19, as suggested by some conspiracy theorists. 5G uses much higher frequency (3 to 300GHz) radio waves than in the past and it makes use of very new — and relatively unevaluated, in terms of safety — supportive technology to enable this higher data transmission capacity, Frank pointed out in an opinion piece published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.\nFollow NewsGram on Twitter to stay updated about the World news.\nIts inherent fragility means that transmission boosting ‘cell’ antennae are generally required every 100-300 m — which is far more spatially dense than the transmission masts required for older 2G, 3G, and 4G technology, using lower frequency waves.\nThe professor explained that existing 4G systems can service up to 4000 radio frequency-using devices per square kilometer; 5G systems will connect up to one million devices per square kilometer — greatly increasing the speed of data transfer (by a factor of 10) and the volume of data transmitted (by a factor of 1000).\n“It is highly likely that each of these many forms of transmission causes somewhat different biological effects — making sound, comprehensive and up-to-date research on those effects virtually impossible,” he said.\nALSO READ: OTT Platforms Ready For Explosive Growth Led By Jio 5G Network\nRecent reviews of lab data on RF-EMFs indicate that exposures can produce wide-ranging effects, including reproductive, fetal, oncological, neuropsychiatric, skin, eye, and immunological. But there is absolutely no evidence whatsoever to suggest that it is implicated in the spread of Covid-19, as some conspiracy theorists have suggested, he emphasized.\nBut for the current 5G roll-out, there’s a sound basis for invoking ‘the precautionary principle’ because of significant doubts about the safety of a new and potentially widespread human exposure, which should be reason enough “to call a moratorium on that exposure, pending adequate scientific investigation of its suspected adverse health effects,” he said. (IANS)",
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