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  • India Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Nepal in T20 Cricket Showdown

    India Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Nepal in T20 Cricket Showdown

    In a gripping match that had cricket fans on the edge of their seats, India emerged victorious against Nepal in a thrilling T20 clash on Sunday. The game, held at the iconic Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, showcased the cricketing prowess of both nations.

    From the very start, it was evident that this was not just a game but a battle of skills and strategy. India, the cricketing giants, and Nepal, the emerging powerhouse, both displayed remarkable sportsmanship throughout the match.

    India’s Batting Brilliance

    Opting to bat first after winning the toss, India set a challenging target of 180 runs for Nepal. Captain Rohit Sharma led the charge with a scintillating knock of 78 runs, while young sensation Prithvi Shaw added an explosive 56 runs. Their partnership of 110 runs provided India with a solid foundation.

    “Credit to our openers for setting the tone. We knew we had to put up a competitive total, and they delivered,” said Rohit Sharma, India’s captain.

    Nepal’s Gritty Fightback

    Chasing the target, Nepal displayed immense determination. Opener Paras Khadka played a magnificent innings, scoring 62 runs and keeping Nepal’s hopes alive. However, India’s bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja, maintained relentless pressure and picked crucial wickets.

    “Nepal fought valiantly, and Khadka’s innings was a standout performance. Our bowlers executed our plans well, which made the difference,” stated Bumrah.

    Thrilling Last Over Drama

    The real drama unfolded in the final over when Nepal needed 12 runs to win. Shardul Thakur, entrusted with the responsibility, held his nerve and restricted Nepal to 9 runs, sealing the win for India.

    Nepal’s captain, Gyanendra Malla, acknowledged the thrilling contest, saying, “It was a nail-biting finish, and credit to India for their performance under pressure.”

    Celebrations and Praise

    As India celebrated their victory, cricket enthusiasts from both nations praised the spirit and intensity of the match. It was not just about winning but also about the love for the game that united fans across borders.

    Indian cricket fan, Priya Gupta, expressed her excitement, “What a game! It had everything – power-hitting, wickets, and suspense. Cricket truly brings people together.”

    This nail-biting encounter will undoubtedly go down as one of the most memorable T20 clashes in recent times, showcasing the passion and talent that cricket continues to evoke in fans around the world.

  • Ahead of Indo-Pak clash, JKSA issues advisory for Kashmiri students

    Ahead of Indo-Pak clash, JKSA issues advisory for Kashmiri students

    Ahead of the upcoming India-Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup on 2nd September, the Jammu and Kashmir Student Association (JKSA) has urged the students hailing from the Union territory and studying at different universities all over the nation to take the game in its spirit and stay away from posts on social media which might lead them into trouble.

    JKSA asking the students to take it as just another game and stay away from trouble. We have urged Kashmiri students studying at different universities all over the nation to have their priority set for their education and career for which they have travelled to different parts of the nation from their home state of Jammu and Kashmir,”. The association reminds students of the sacrifices made by their family members fathers who have worked tirelessly, brothers who have taken loans, sisters who have sold jewelry, and mothers who pray diligently for their well- being.

    The students need to take sports as a game and stay away from social media posts during and after the match,which might create any kind of indiscipline at any institution across the country or land them in trouble. They should not get involved in unnecessary debates, discussions or social media chat and should enjoy the game with true sportsman spirit,” JKSA appealed.

    It’s essential for students to recognize bt he The Political connotations and feelings attached to this game are very serious. So, Students should enjoy the game with the true spirit of a sportsman. The students must understand that by cheering for any particular team, they are putting themselves in a vulnerable position. Hence, students should take precautions to ensure their safety on campuses and in their accommodations while considering the well-being of their families back home.

    Games and sports extend beyond mere entertainment; they teach us about brotherhood and peace. These events should serve as opportunities to foster unity and harmony, not violence.

  • INDIA is a stunt

    INDIA is a stunt

    With parliamentary elections looming in India in 2024, 28 opposition parties have formed an alliance called INDIA i.e. Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance. After its earlier meetings in Patna and Bengaluru, the 3rd 2 day meeting of INDIA just concluded in Mumbai, its main achievements being forming a 13 member Coordination Committee and 3 sub committees, and resolving to fight the forthcoming elections together ( but with the caveat ‘as far as possible’ ). However it did not announce any leader of the alliance, or convenor of the Coordination Committee.

    I am no supporter of the BJP, but to my mind formation of INDIA is just a stunt, and despite all its efforts the BJP will still get a majority in the coming polls, though maybe with reduced seats, and again come to power.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Si50ahsL6xM&pp=ygUXbXVtYmFpIG1lZXRpbmcgb2YgaW5kaWE%3D
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAmb1rBy4a8

    The biggest problem for the members of INDIA will be seat sharing. We may consider certain states :

    INDIA IS a stunt.

    1. In UP, the biggest state in India, while the BJP is perceived as the common enemy, Akhilesh Yadav’s Samajwadi Party is pitted against the Congress, both seeking the crucial Muslim vote bank.

    2. In West Bengal, Mamata Banerji would not be willing to give the Congress or CPM more than a token 2 or 3 seats each, because its main rival has become the BJP.

    3. In Maharashtra there will be a tussle between Sharad Pawar’s NCP and Uddhav Thakre’s Shiv Sena for seats.

    4. In Punjab and Delhi the tussle will be between Congress and Aam Admi Party

    5. In Kerala it will be between Congress and the Left.

    6. In Bihar it will be between Lalu Yadav’s RJD and Nitish Kumar’s JDU

    A common factor in formation of INDIA is the desire of non BJP parties to woo the Muslim vote bank, which is particularly large and crucial in North India. Muslims regard the BJP as their main enemy, and so welcome any move to oust it from power, like formation of INDIA. Hence parties not attending INDIA meetings become suspect in the eyes of Muslims. This is the reason why Mamata Banerji attended the INDIA meeting, though she does not need any support from Congress or the left parties in West Bengal, and can fight against BJP alone.

    The member parties in INDIA have nothing in common except common animosity for the BJP, just like the Janta Party formed in 1977 after the Emergency, whose constituent members had nothing in common except animosity for Indira Gandhi. 

    Members of INDIA have no idea how to solve India’s massive problems of poverty, unemployment, child malnutrition, lack of proper healthcare and good education, etc. Even if they come to power after winning the  2024 parliamentary elections, there will immediately be a scramble among its members for lucrative portfolios, and thereafter discord and disputes on several matters, leading to its break up, as happened to the Janta Party in 1979..

    Apart from the above, as I have repeatedly said, the test of every political activity or political system is one, and only one : does it raise the standard of living of the people ? Does it give them better lives ?

    The moment we ask this question we immediately realise that it matters little whether NDA or INDIA is in power. Their difference is like that between Tweedledum and Tweedledee, because in either case massive poverty, unermployment, malnutrition, lack of healthcare etc will continue under their rule.. 

    To get rid of these great evils will require a mighty, historical, united people’s struggle and revolution, not just changes in our present political leaders within the system of parliamentary democracy. I have explained this in detail in the articles below

    https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/satyam-bruyat/a-french-revolution-is-approaching/

    https://www.theweek.in/news/india/2019/10/04/opinion-india-needs-modern-minded-revolution-to-become-a-first-world-nation.html

    https://www.firstpost.com/india/indias-moment-of-turbulent-revolution-has-arrived-and-it-is-going-to-be-a-long-and-bloody-one-writes-justice-markandey-katju-7891541.html

    My tryst with Journalist Moeed Pirzada

    https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ideological-struggle-launched-by-voltaire-rousseau-needed-markandey-katju-2112351

  • Muslims prefer to live in BJP ruled India rather than in Pakistan

    Muslims prefer to live in BJP ruled India rather than in Pakistan

    It seems that life in Pakistan has become hellish, with exorbitant electricity bills, skyrocketing prices of food, gas cylinder, petrol; medicines, etc, record unemployment, and fascist reign of terror unleashed by the Pakistan army and police, so that many Pakistanis want to migrate to a foreign country.

    https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/pakistans-economy-suffers-as-brain-drain-reaches-record-levels-619158

    Some are even willing to migrate to BJP ruled India, as this email which I received today from a Pakistani Muslim discloses ( he requested me not to reveal his name or address )

    ” Assalaam Valekum Sir,

    I am xxxxx from xxxx Pakistan.

    Sir kaise hain aap ?

    Main aapka follower hun aur aapka fan bhi. Sir aap to hamaare mulk ke halaat jaante hain.

    Sir aap mujhe yeh bataa sakte hain ki kya mujhe India ki nationality mil sakti hai India mein rehne ke liye ? Kyonki mera mulk Pakistan bilkul tabaah ho chuka hai, aur yahaan jeena ab naamumkin hai.

    Hamaare log intiha buzdil qoum hai, aur inmein nainsaafi, jhoot, faraib, rishwatkhori, dhokadhari, wagairah koot koot ke bhar chuki hai.

    Zaroori cheezon ke daam aasmaan choo rahe hain, magar hamaare hukmaraanon par joo bhi nahi reng rahi hai.

    Sir mujhe apni rai zaroor deejiyega ki hum kya karen ? ”.

    Now what should I reply to him ?

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th799hFkucDk&t=7s

  • Nestle India’s Shares Witness Sharp Decline in Recent Trading Session

    Nestle India’s Shares Witness Sharp Decline in Recent Trading Session

    Settle India, an auxiliary of the Swiss worldwide food and refreshment monster, Settle S.A., encountered a significant decrease in its stock cost during the most recent exchanging meeting. This slump comes in the midst of worries over worldwide monetary circumstances and progressing production network disturbances that have been influencing different areas, including the purchaser merchandise industry.

    Settle India (NSE: NESTLEIND), a conspicuous player in India’s food and refreshment area, saw its portion cost tumble by 4.2% during the exchanging meeting on Monday. The decay was huge, with the stock exchanging at INR 17,450 for every offer, down from its past shutting cost of INR 18,200 for each offer.

    Market examiners quality this abrupt drop in Settle India’s stock cost to the more extensive monetary difficulties and vulnerability pervasive in the worldwide market. The continuous worldwide store network issues, combined with rising expansion and pandemic-incited disturbances, have affected organizations across enterprises, making financial backers careful.

    Settle India, known for its famous brands like Maggi, Nescafe, and Pack Kat, has been endeavoring to explore these difficulties and keep up with its market position. Be that as it may, the most recent dunk in share costs has featured the weakness of even settled players on the lookout.

    Rajesh Sharma, a senior examiner at a main financier firm, remarked on the circumstance, saying, “The decrease in Settle India’s stock cost mirrors the ongoing business sector opinion, which is set apart by a serious level of vulnerability. Financial backers are intently checking the way in which organizations are dealing with their stockpile fastens and adjusting to changing business sector elements.”

    Settle India’s supervisory crew has been effectively tending to these worries. They have accentuated the organization’s obligation to guaranteeing the accessibility of its items to shoppers while keeping up with quality norms. In an explanation, the organization representative commented, “We are intently observing the developing circumstance and have executed systems to relieve store network disturbances. Our need stays to fulfill the needs of our esteemed clients.”

    While the new drop in share costs is a reason to worry, a few specialists accept that Settle’s areas of strength for India value and broadened item portfolio could assist it with enduring the continuous financial difficulties. Be that as it may, the unpredictability in the market is supposed to endure until greater lucidity arises on the worldwide financial front.

    Financial backers and examiners will be intently looking for refreshes from Settle India and its administration as the organization keeps on exploring the complex monetary scene and endeavors to recuperate from the new stock cost decline.

  • Who Was the First Indian Woman to Go to Space?

    Who Was the First Indian Woman to Go to Space?

    India, a country known for its accomplishments in the field of room investigation, has a rich history of sending space travelers past Earth’s air. Among these trailblazers, the name of Kalpana Chawla stands apart as a pioneer in the domain of room travel, especially for Indian ladies.

    Kalpana Chawla was the principal Indian lady to travel into space, drawing her name in the records of room investigation history. Brought into the world in Karnal, Haryana, India, on Walk 17, 1962, she exemplified the soul of assurance and diligence that has been a sign of numerous spacefarers.

    Chawla’s excursion into the universe started with her quest for advanced education. She finished her four year certification in aeronautical designing from Punjab Designing School in India and later moved to the US to additional her examinations. In 1984, she got a graduate degree in advanced plane design from the College of Texas at Arlington. Her energy for flying and space drove her to procure a Ph.D. in aeronautic design from the College of Colorado Rock in 1988.

    Subsequent to finishing her schooling, Kalpana Chawla’s fantasy about wandering into space turned into a reality when she was chosen by NASA in 1994. Her ability and devotion made her stand apart among large number of candidates. Her most memorable space mission occurred in 1997 when she flew on board the Space Transport Columbia as a mission subject matter expert and essential mechanical arm administrator. During this mission, she assumed a vital part in directing logical trials.

    Chawla’s subsequent mission, which would unfortunately turn into her last, was on board the doomed Space Transport Columbia in 2003. This mission, assigned STS-107, meant to direct different trials in fields like science and materials science. Notwithstanding, misfortune struck upon reemergence into Earth’s air, prompting the deterioration of the van, bringing about the deficiency of every one of the seven group individuals, including Kalpana Chawla.

    Following the Columbia catastrophe, Kalpana Chawla’s heritage has kept on motivating ladies in India as well as space lovers around the world. Her commitments to space science and her spearheading soul have made a permanent imprint on the historical backdrop of room investigation.

    In the expressions of Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, previous Director of the Indian Space Exploration Association (ISRO), “Kalpana Chawla’s excursion to space was a demonstration of the unyielding soul and immovable assurance of Indian ladies. She broke hindrances and made ready for people in the future of Indian space explorers.”

    Kalpana Chawla’s memory lives on through grants, instructive projects, and foundations named in her honor, all intended to empower and uphold young ladies chasing after professions in science, innovation, designing, and math (STEM).

    As India keeps on gaining ground in space investigation, it merits recalling the exploring accomplishments of Kalpana Chawla, the primary Indian lady to wander into space, whose heritage keeps on motivating ages of yearning space travelers.

  • National Emblem on Moon: Chandrayaan-3 Rover to leave India’s imprint on the lunar surface

    National Emblem on Moon: Chandrayaan-3 Rover to leave India’s imprint on the lunar surface

    India is set to leave a mark on the world by and by as it plans to send its third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, with an unmistakable wind.

    The Indian Space Exploration Association (ISRO) declared today that Chandrayaan-3 will convey a public image to be put on the lunar surface, an undertaking that implies the country’s desires in space investigation and logical accomplishment.

    The mission, scheduled for a late 2024 send off, comes closely following India’s fruitful Chandrayaan-2 mission in 2019, which incorporated an orbiter, lander, and wanderer.
    Sadly, the lander, Vikram, neglected to make a delicate arriving on the Moon’s surface.
    Chandrayaan-3 is a reestablished work to accomplish a fruitful arriving on Earth’s heavenly neighbor, with the additional representative token of establishing the public image on lunar soil.
    He expressed, “Chandrayaan-3 addresses a specialized accomplishment as well as a demonstration of India’s developing ability in space investigation.

    Putting our public token on the Moon is an image of our logical and innovative capacities.
    The public insignia, which incorporates a picture of the Lion Capital of Ashoka alongside the saying “Satyameva Jayate” (Truth Alone Victories), will be scratched onto a little plaque made of an extraordinary material intended to endure the cruel lunar climate.Chandrayaan-3 will follow a comparative setup to its ancestor, Chandrayaan-2, with an orbiter, lander, and meanderer.

    The orbiter will keep on concentrating on the Moon’s surface and climate from circle, while the lander and meanderer will work pair to investigate the lunar surface.
    ISRO has consolidated examples gained from Chandrayaan-2’s difficulties to guarantee a smoother plummet and handling this time around.

    State leader Narendra Modi communicated his expectation, saying, “Chandrayaan-3 mirrors our obligation to investigating new outskirts in space.Worldwide space offices have likewise recognized India’s aggressive objectives in lunar investigation.NASA Executive Bill Nelson expressed, “We praise India on their restored obligation to lunar investigation.The consideration of the public seal adds a one of a kind touch to this mission.

    As arrangements for Chandrayaan-3 proceed, India is ready to leave one more huge imprint on the worldwide space investigation stage.The mission holds the commitment of logical revelation as well as represents the country’s steady devotion to propelling its space attempts.

  • India vs Ireland T20 Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs IRE today

    India vs Ireland T20 Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs IRE today

    Cricket lovers all over the planet are preparing for a thrilling conflict as India takes on Ireland in a T20 Global match today. The match vows to be an exhilarating experience, and fans are enthusiastically anticipating the activity.

    Date and Time: The T20 match among India and Ireland is planned for now, August 23, 2023. The match will start at 7:00 PM IST (1:30 PM GMT) and is supposed to run for roughly three hours.

    Scene: The setting for this T20 confrontation is the famous Chinnaswamy Arena in Bangalore, India. Known for its charging climate and excited swarm, the arena is set to have a nail-gnawing challenge.

    Cricket aficionados across the globe can get the surprisingly realistic through different telecom stations and web based streaming stages. This is the way to watch the India versus Ireland T20 match:

    Broadcasting Channels: In India, fans can check out Star Sports Organization, which holds the restrictive telecom freedoms for the match. Cricket enthusiasts in Ireland can get the activity on Sky Sports.

    Web based Streaming: For watchers who lean toward internet real time, Hotstar in India and Sky Go in Ireland will give live gushing of the match. These stages offer both free and premium membership administrations for watchers to look over.

    As expectation works for this thrilling experience, cricket specialists and players have been sharing their considerations on the match. Indian skipper Virat Kohli communicated his fervor, expressing, “Playing before the home group at Chinnaswamy is dependably extraordinary. We are anticipating an incredible game and desire to set up a decent show for our fans.”

    Then again, Ireland’s chief, Andrew Balbirnie, recognized the test of confronting India in their own lawn however stayed hopeful, expressing, “We know it will be an extreme match, yet we have arranged well, and we are here to contend.”

    The India versus Ireland T20 match isn’t simply a cricketing scene yet additionally a chance for fans to observe a portion of the world’s best gifts in real life. With the two groups holding back nothing, fans can anticipate an arresting challenge.

    Thus, write in your schedules and set your alerts for this absolutely exhilarating T20 conflict among India and Ireland. Whether you’re watching from the arena or the solace of your home, this match vows to be a paramount one.

  • Attack on Christians in India and Pakistan

    Attack on Christians in India and Pakistan

    A hallmark of a civilised society is that minorities therein can live with dignity and honour. The recent attacks on Christians (and other minorities ) in India and Pakistan show that neither country is really civilised.

    Christians in India and Pakistan are tiny minorities in both countries, about 28 million or 2.3% of the total population of about 1400 million in India, and about 1.27 million or 1.65% of the total population of about 230 million in Pakistan. They are peace loving people who have never done any harm to other communities. Rather, they have made a great contribution, particularly in the field of education, where many non Chistians prefer to send their children to Christian schools ( myself being a product of one of them, the Boys High School, Allahabad ).

    Yet savage attacks have been made on them in both countries, many of whom were killed, their women raped ( two of them paraded naked and beaten in Manipur ), and their churches and homes often torched and vandalised.

    For instance, recently in the state of Manipur the minority Christian Kuki community were barbarically attacked by the majority Meitei community ( most of whom are Hindus ), supported by the state government which is ruled by the pro-Hindu BJP party, which also rules the Central Govt.

    https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2023/june/manipur-christians-india-violence-persecution-displacement-.html

    https://www.opendoorsuk.org/news/latest-news/manipur-violence/

    The Manipur Govt must be sacked immediately

    Elsewhere too in India Christians have been attacked, and atrocities committed on them.

    Similar atrocities have been committed recently on Christians in Pakistan

    https://thewire.in/communalism/pakistan-mobs-torch-churches-houses-of-christians-over-blasphemy-allegations

    https://www.ucanews.com/news/action-sought-against-21-church-burnings-in-pakistan/102309

    Pakistani Christians Assess Damages after Mob Attack in Jaranwala
    Pakistani Christians Assess Damages after Mob Attack in Jaranwala

    https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/pakistani-christians-hold-sunday-services-at-desecrated-churches

    What drives these attacks on minorities ? 

    It is the majoritarian policy of the ruling party in India, which thrives on religious hatred, as it gets them votes.

    And in Pakistan it is the free hand given to the mullahs and religious extremists given by the Establishment.

    It is sad to say, but this situation will continue until there is a radical change in the political and social system in both countries, but that is still a far way off.

  • Indian Independence Day: Celebrating a Nation’s Journey to Freedom

    Indian Independence Day: Celebrating a Nation’s Journey to Freedom

    Commemorating Historic Struggles and Sacrifices

    Indian Independence Day honors the tenacity of the independence warriors who overcame hardship, imprisonment, and even gave their lives to oppose colonial authority. A large-scale movement that brought together Indians from many areas, languages, and origins was headed by iconic leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, and numerous more.

    Unity in Diversity: The Essence of India’s Independence

    The nation’s psyche has been forever changed by the sacrifices made during India’s liberation movement. Every act of disobedience, from nonviolent demonstrations to vehement speeches, from passive resistance to militant revolt, had a part in the final victory over colonial domination. The celebration of Independence Day serves as a reminder of the cost incurred to achieve the independence and sovereignty that India enjoys today.

    Reflecting on Progress and Aspiring for a Bright Future

    The nation’s tremendous variety is underscored by the nation’s solidarity on Indian Independence Day. The festival crosses language, cultural, and geographical barriers, illuminating the many ways in which Indians gather together to celebrate their common past and future ambitions. The national flag, a representation of unification, flutters over the nation, serving as a reminder to people of the power of difference.