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READY FOR FIRST SESSION OF ASSEMBLY
Chief Minister
Bhajan Lal Sharma
holds his first
Cabinet meeting
MAJOR DECISIONS: A PANEL TO
REVIEW DECISIONS OF PREVIOUS
STATE GOVT; DISCUSSION HELD
ON 100 DAY ACTION PLAN; PARTY
MANIFESTO APPROVED
AS A POLICY DOCUMENT
Aishwary Pradhan
Jaipur
he first meeting
of the Council
of Ministers of
the Bhajan Lal Sharma
government was held in
the Chief Minister’s Of-
fice on Thursday under
the chairmanship of CM
Bhajan Lal Sharma. In the
meeting, it was decided to
constitute a committee of
ministers to review the
administrative decisions
taken by previous Ghelot
government in the last 6
months and the decisions
taken during the period
when the code of conduct
was in force. Panel will
review above decisions
and submit its report to
CM within 3 months.
The BJP’s manifesto
for 2023 Assembly elec-
tions was approved as a
policy document of the
state government. It was
decided to appoint a spe-
cial officer in the CMO
for the implementation of
the resolution letter. The
decision was made to re-
store Rajasthan Loktantra
Senani Samman Ni-
dhi-2008 which had been
closed by the previous
state government.
A presentation was
also given on 100-day ac-
tion plan of state govt. A
detailed presentation was
given regarding the major
achievements of the first
30 days of the state gov-
ernment. Important is-
sues related to public in-
terest like the date of the
RAS recruitment exam,
MSP on wheat crop etc.
were also discussed.
Meanwhile, MoS
Home Jawahar Singh has
sought a complete report
from DG Jails Bhupendra
Dak regarding the inci-
dent where a threatening
call was made from
Jaipur Central Jail to
shoot the CM.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma meets RAS Examinee
delegation at the CMO on Thursday.
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in Nowshera sector of Ra-
jouri district in Jammu and
Kashmir on Thursday.
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day skipped the fourth
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have been made for this.
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3days
to go
RamAayenge
RamAayenge
Today, I got an
opportunity to engage
myself in another
programme related to
the Ram Mandir Pran
Pratishtha ceremony.
Today, six postage
stamps dedicated to
the Ram Temple were
released. Besides, a
book of stamps issued
on Lord Ram around
the world was also
released.
NARENDRA MODI, PRIME MINISTER
Everyone came with Bharatji. Due to the separation from Shri Raghuvir,
everyone had become very weak. When the Lord saw the eminent sages
like Vamadeva and Vashishtha, he placed his bow and arrow on the earth.
IMD LAUNCHES WEBPAGE
FOR WEATHER UPDATES
FOR AYODHYA
With four days remain-
ing for the consecra-
tion ceremony at
the Ram temple, the India
Meteorological Department
(IMD) on Thursday launched a
dedicated webpage to provide
weather-related information for
Ayodhya and important nearby
areas. The webpage contains
information on all weather
parameters, including temper-
ature, precipitation, humidity,
and wind patterns in major
languages spoken worldwide,
such as Hindi, English, Urdu,
Chinese, French, and Span-
ish. Weather information for
Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Varanasi,
Lucknow, and New Delhi,
among other important places,
is available on the webpage.
FIROZABAD BANGLES WITH
IMAGES OF LORD RAM
REACH AYODHYA
Over 10,000 ban-
gles from Firozabad
reached Ayodhya on
Thursday and were handed
over to the Shri Ram Janmb-
hoomi Teerth Kshetra trust in
the presence of Uttar Pradesh
Tourism Minister Jaiveer
Singh. “Firozabad is famous
for its glass industry. Its ban-
gles are famous everywhere.
These bangles have been
brought by Firozabad trad-
ers and 10,000 bangles have
been formally handed over to
the temple trust. They will be
distributed among devotees
by the trust,” Singh said.
n December 6, 1992, the
crowd became furious
and demolished the dis-
puted structure in Ayod-
hya. It is said that more
than 1.5 lakh Kar Sevaks
were present there at that
time.After this, commu-
nal riots broke across the country and
more than 2,000 people were killed in
these riots. An FIR was registered in
the case and 49 people were accused
in it. After this incident, many major
changes took place in the social and
political atmosphere in the country.
During this period, many govern-
ments changed both at the Centre and
States, leadership changed and the po-
litical scenario also changed, but Ayo-
dhya could not get a temple for Ram.
However, the matter came out of the
political corridors and reached the
doorstep of the Supreme Court.
PV NARASIMHA RAO DISMISSES
BJP GOVTS IN FOUR STATES
Meanwhile, taking a big step, the Rao
government dismissed the BJPgovern-
ments of four states on the issue of
deteriorating law and order situation.
President’s rule was imposed by dis-
missing the BJPgovernments of Kaly-
an Singh in Uttar Pradesh, Shanta Ku-
mar in Himachal Pradesh, Bhairon
Singh Shekhawat in Rajasthan and
Sunder Lal Patwa in Madhya Pradesh.
This was the first time in the country
that the Center dismissed four govern-
ments simultaneously.
However, the BJP got a strategic
benefit from this and after that party
made a stronger comeback in all four
states. After this incident, Hindutva
politics intensified in the country, and
divisions were also drawn among the
political parties.
While the BJP took the path of Hin-
dutva, many parties stood in favour of
Muslims.Accordingtopoliticalexperts,
it was only after the Babri Masjid inci-
dent that religion-based politics gained
momentum in the country, which politi-
cal parties took full advantage of.
BJP GETS MAXIMUM BENEFIT
OF RAM MANDIR ISSUE
BJPgot the maximum benefit from the
issue of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya
because the allegations in this matter
were being levelled against BJP only.
BJP even included the Ram Mandir is-
sue in its manifesto and the party lead-
ers reiterated their commitment to
build the Ram Temple at every plat-
form. The BJP also raised the issue of
dismissal of governments in four states
prominently. Meanwhile, the BJP got
the full benefit of the environment cre-
ated in favour of the temple and the
wave of Hindutva.
Riding on the wave of Ram Mandir,
the saffron party attained power at the
Center for the first time. In the General
Elections held in 1996, BJPemerged as
the largest party and under the leader-
ship of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, BJP
formedthegovernmentattheCentrefor
the first time. However, due to not being
able to prove an absolute majority, that
government could last only for 13 days.
After two years, the BJP once again re-
turned to power in the Lok Sabha elec-
tions and Vajpayee became the Prime
Minister for the second time. Vajpayee
raised his voice for Ram Temple from
Parliament to the streets. Even during
the trust vote of the 13-day government
in 1996, he had said that since the pub-
lic had not given him a majority, he
believed in governing by building a
consensus with allies, and if the BJP
gets a majority then concrete steps
would be taken on Ram Mandir,Article
370 and Uniform Civil Code. This
eventually happened in 2014 under the
leadership of PM Narendra Modi, when
the BJP, reaching the majority figures,
fulfilled the first two out of three prom-
ises during its governance while work
is also underway on the third issue.
TWO FIRs WERE REGISTERED
IN THE CASE, AND 49 ACCUSED
Two FIRs were registered in the dis-
puted structure demolition case. The
first FIR was registered in the name of
those Kar Sevaks who were accused of
robbery, causing hurt, looting, damag-
ing a place of public worship and in-
creasing animosity between two com-
munities in the name of religion. The
accused included BJPand VHPleaders
like LK Advani, Uma Bharti, Dr Mur-
li Manohar Joshi, Kalyan Singh,
Champat Rai and Kamlesh Tripathi.
The case continued in the court for 28
years and on 30 September 2021, the
CBI Court of Lucknow acquitted all
the accused due to lack of evidence. By
the time of the verdict, only 32 out of
49 accused were left, the remaining 17
accused had died.
LIBERHAN COMMISSION REPORT
SUBMITTED AFTER 17 YEARS!
Ten days after the incident, a commis-
sion was formed under the chairman-
ship of Justice MS Liberhan to investi-
gate the alleged conspiracy behind the
demolition. The commission was sup-
posed to submit its report in three
months but it took 17 years for the in-
vestigation report to come. During this
period the time limit was extended 48
times. The Commission submitted its
report to the Home Ministry on June
30, 2009. A total of Rs 8 crore was
spent during this period. On the basis
of the investigation report, CBI was
given the responsibility of investigat-
ing all these cases. However, on Octo-
ber 8, 1993, the Uttar Pradesh govern-
ment issued a notification to hear all the
cases related to it in the Special Court
of Lucknow. In 1996, the Special Court
issued an order adding the section on
criminal conspiracy in all its cases.Af-
ter this, this matter remained stuck in
legal complications for a long time.
SUPREME COURT CANCELLED
HIGH COURT’s DECISION
In the year 2017, the Supreme Court
cancelled the decision of theAllahabad
High Court and allegations of conspir-
acy were made again. Apart from this,
permission was given to hear both the
cases together. Supreme Court issued
an order to re-impose conspiracy
charges against several accused includ-
ing Advani and 20 others. The court
also fixed the time limit for the hearing.
First, a deadline of two years was given
and then it was extended by nine more
months. On August 30, 2022, the Su-
preme Court closed all cases related to
the Babri Masjid demolition.
O
PANKAJ SONI
The writer is
Associate Editor
at First India
Riding high on the Ram Mandir wave, the BJP came to power at the Centre for
the first time with AB Vajpayee as PM who promised to take concrete steps on
Ram Mandir, Article 370 and the Uniform Civil Code if his party got a majority!
Babridemolitionchanged
India’spoliticalatmosphere
HOW THINGS UNFOLDED
In 2003, CBI filed a
charge sheet, but could
not add charges of
criminal conspiracy in it. The Rae
Bareli Court held a hearing and
acquitted LK Advani saying that
there was not enough evidence
against him.
In the year 2005, Al-
lahabad High Court can-
celled the order of Rae
Bareli Court and said that cases
would proceed against Advani and
others. Rae Bareli Court framed
charges in this entire case.
In 2007, testimony took place for the
first time in this case and two years
later, the probe report of the Liberhan
Commission came, in which leaders of Sangh
Parivar, VHP and Bajrang Dal were held re-
sponsible for the demolition of the Babri Masjid.
In 2010, the decision taken by the
lower court to try both cases separately
was upheld by the Allahabad High
Court. The High Court said that there were
two types of accused in this entire case. First,
those who were instigating the Kar Sevaks
from the stage at a distance of 200 meters from
the mosque. Second, those Kar Sevaks who
demolished the structure.
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4
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2
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Agencies
Islamabad
Pakistan on Thursday
used killer drones and
rockets to carry out “pre-
cision military strikes”
against what it called “ter-
rorist hideouts” in Iran’s
Sistan-Balochistan prov-
ince, killing 9 people, a
day after Islamabad
downgraded diplomatic
tieswithTehranfollowing
Iranian attacks on the ter-
ror bases in Balochistan.
The precision strikes
were carried out using
killer drones, rockets,
loitering munitions and
stand-off weapons.
PTI
Vadodara
A school picnic turned
tragic as 16 persons —14
students and two teachers
— died after a boat over-
turned in a lake on the out-
skirts of Vadodara city in
Gujarat on Thursday, po-
lice officials said.
Twodozenstudentsand
four teachers were on a
picnic and taking a boat
rideintheHarnilakewhen
thetragedyoccurredinthe
afternoon, they said.
A search operation was
underwaytotracethemiss-
ing persons, officials said.
“Till now, 14 children
andtwoteachershavedied
inthetragedy.Onestudent,
whowasrescued,isunder-
going treatment at SSG
Hospital,” said an official
oftheHarniPoliceStation.
A few local residents
rescued some children
before the fire brigade
personnel reached the
spot, the official said.
Pak says it hit
militant groups
in Iran, 9 killed
14 students, 2 teachers
die in Gujboat tragedy
RamLallaidolplacedinside
temple’ssanctumsanctorum
First India Bureau
Ayodhya
The new idol of Lord
Ram was placed on
Thursday afternoon in the
sanctum sanctorum of
Ayodhya’s Ram Janmab-
hoomi temple, ahead of
the consecration ceremo-
ny set to take place on
January 22.
The 51-inch Ram Lalla
idol, sculpted by Mysu-
ru-based sculptor Arun
Yogiraj, was brought to
the temple the previous
night. On Thursday after-
noon, it was placed in the
grabha griha.
Prime Minister Naren-
dra Modi will attend the
January 22 ‘pran pratish-
tha’ceremony at the tem-
ple, which is expected to
be opened to the public
the next day.
People gather during a rescue and search operation after a boat
overturned in a lake, in Vadodara, on Thursday. PTI
PMTOVISITTEMPLES
INTNONJAN20-21
PM Narendra
Modi will visit
various significant
temples in Tamil Nadu
on January 20 and 21.
On 20th, the PM will visit
Sri Ranganathaswamy
Temple in Tiruchirappalli
and will listen scholars
reciting verses from the
Kamba Ramayanam.
HALF-DAYLEAVEINGoI
OFFICESONJAN22
All Central gov-
ernment offices
across the coun-
try will remain closed for
half a day on January
22, due to the Ram
temple consecration
ceremony in Ayodhya, a
Personnel Ministry order
issued on Thursday said.
Workers bring the
idol of Ram Lalla
at ‘Garbhagriha’ of
Ram Temple, ahead
of consecration
ceremony.
PM Narendra Modi
releases postal
stamps on Shri
Ram Janmabhoomi
Temple and a book
of stamps on Lord
Ram across world,
in New Delhi, on
Thursday. PTI
RAJASTHAN ASSEMBLY
SESSION BEGINS TODAY
Rajasthan Assembly
session will start
today with Governor
Kalraj Mishra’s address
to the House at 11 am.
Speaker Vasudev Devnani,
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma,
Chief Secretary Sudhansh
Pant and Principal Secy of
Assembly will welcome the
Governor. 3 newly elected
MLAs Jagat Singh, Mahen-
drajit Malviya and Rupendra
Singh Ruby will take oath.
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02
3days
to go
RamAayenge
RamAayenge
Today, I got an
opportunity to engage
myself in another
programme related to
the Ram Mandir Pran
Pratishtha ceremony.
Today, six postage
stamps dedicated to
the Ram Temple were
released. Besides, a
book of stamps issued
on Lord Ram around
the world was also
released.
NARENDRA MODI, PRIME MINISTER
Everyone came with Bharatji. Due to the separation from Shri Raghuvir,
everyone had become very weak. When the Lord saw the eminent sages
like Vamadeva and Vashishtha, he placed his bow and arrow on the earth.
IMD LAUNCHES WEBPAGE
FOR WEATHER UPDATES
FOR AYODHYA
With four days remain-
ing for the consecra-
tion ceremony at
the Ram temple, the India
Meteorological Department
(IMD) on Thursday launched a
dedicated webpage to provide
weather-related information for
Ayodhya and important nearby
areas. The webpage contains
information on all weather
parameters, including temper-
ature, precipitation, humidity,
and wind patterns in major
languages spoken worldwide,
such as Hindi, English, Urdu,
Chinese, French, and Span-
ish. Weather information for
Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Varanasi,
Lucknow, and New Delhi,
among other important places,
is available on the webpage.
FIROZABAD BANGLES WITH
IMAGES OF LORD RAM
REACH AYODHYA
Over 10,000 ban-
gles from Firozabad
reached Ayodhya on
Thursday and were handed
over to the Shri Ram Janmb-
hoomi Teerth Kshetra trust in
the presence of Uttar Pradesh
Tourism Minister Jaiveer
Singh. “Firozabad is famous
for its glass industry. Its ban-
gles are famous everywhere.
These bangles have been
brought by Firozabad trad-
ers and 10,000 bangles have
been formally handed over to
the temple trust. They will be
distributed among devotees
by the trust,” Singh said.
n December 6, 1992, the
crowd became furious
and demolished the dis-
puted structure in Ayod-
hya. It is said that more
than 1.5 lakh Kar Sevaks
were present there at that
time.After this, commu-
nal riots broke across the country and
more than 2,000 people were killed in
these riots. An FIR was registered in
the case and 49 people were accused
in it. After this incident, many major
changes took place in the social and
political atmosphere in the country.
During this period, many govern-
ments changed both at the Centre and
States, leadership changed and the po-
litical scenario also changed, but Ayo-
dhya could not get a temple for Ram.
However, the matter came out of the
political corridors and reached the
doorstep of the Supreme Court.
PV NARASIMHA RAO DISMISSES
BJP GOVTS IN FOUR STATES
Meanwhile, taking a big step, the Rao
government dismissed the BJPgovern-
ments of four states on the issue of
deteriorating law and order situation.
President’s rule was imposed by dis-
missing the BJPgovernments of Kaly-
an Singh in Uttar Pradesh, Shanta Ku-
mar in Himachal Pradesh, Bhairon
Singh Shekhawat in Rajasthan and
Sunder Lal Patwa in Madhya Pradesh.
This was the first time in the country
that the Center dismissed four govern-
ments simultaneously.
However, the BJP got a strategic
benefit from this and after that party
made a stronger comeback in all four
states. After this incident, Hindutva
politics intensified in the country, and
divisions were also drawn among the
political parties.
While the BJP took the path of Hin-
dutva, many parties stood in favour of
Muslims.Accordingtopoliticalexperts,
it was only after the Babri Masjid inci-
dent that religion-based politics gained
momentum in the country, which politi-
cal parties took full advantage of.
BJP GETS MAXIMUM BENEFIT
OF RAM MANDIR ISSUE
BJPgot the maximum benefit from the
issue of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya
because the allegations in this matter
were being levelled against BJP only.
BJP even included the Ram Mandir is-
sue in its manifesto and the party lead-
ers reiterated their commitment to
build the Ram Temple at every plat-
form. The BJP also raised the issue of
dismissal of governments in four states
prominently. Meanwhile, the BJP got
the full benefit of the environment cre-
ated in favour of the temple and the
wave of Hindutva.
Riding on the wave of Ram Mandir,
the saffron party attained power at the
Center for the first time. In the General
Elections held in 1996, BJPemerged as
the largest party and under the leader-
ship of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, BJP
formedthegovernmentattheCentrefor
the first time. However, due to not being
able to prove an absolute majority, that
government could last only for 13 days.
After two years, the BJP once again re-
turned to power in the Lok Sabha elec-
tions and Vajpayee became the Prime
Minister for the second time. Vajpayee
raised his voice for Ram Temple from
Parliament to the streets. Even during
the trust vote of the 13-day government
in 1996, he had said that since the pub-
lic had not given him a majority, he
believed in governing by building a
consensus with allies, and if the BJP
gets a majority then concrete steps
would be taken on Ram Mandir,Article
370 and Uniform Civil Code. This
eventually happened in 2014 under the
leadership of PM Narendra Modi, when
the BJP, reaching the majority figures,
fulfilled the first two out of three prom-
ises during its governance while work
is also underway on the third issue.
TWO FIRs WERE REGISTERED
IN THE CASE, AND 49 ACCUSED
Two FIRs were registered in the dis-
puted structure demolition case. The
first FIR was registered in the name of
those Kar Sevaks who were accused of
robbery, causing hurt, looting, damag-
ing a place of public worship and in-
creasing animosity between two com-
munities in the name of religion. The
accused included BJPand VHPleaders
like LK Advani, Uma Bharti, Dr Mur-
li Manohar Joshi, Kalyan Singh,
Champat Rai and Kamlesh Tripathi.
The case continued in the court for 28
years and on 30 September 2021, the
CBI Court of Lucknow acquitted all
the accused due to lack of evidence. By
the time of the verdict, only 32 out of
49 accused were left, the remaining 17
accused had died.
LIBERHAN COMMISSION REPORT
SUBMITTED AFTER 17 YEARS!
Ten days after the incident, a commis-
sion was formed under the chairman-
ship of Justice MS Liberhan to investi-
gate the alleged conspiracy behind the
demolition. The commission was sup-
posed to submit its report in three
months but it took 17 years for the in-
vestigation report to come. During this
period the time limit was extended 48
times. The Commission submitted its
report to the Home Ministry on June
30, 2009. A total of Rs 8 crore was
spent during this period. On the basis
of the investigation report, CBI was
given the responsibility of investigat-
ing all these cases. However, on Octo-
ber 8, 1993, the Uttar Pradesh govern-
ment issued a notification to hear all the
cases related to it in the Special Court
of Lucknow. In 1996, the Special Court
issued an order adding the section on
criminal conspiracy in all its cases.Af-
ter this, this matter remained stuck in
legal complications for a long time.
SUPREME COURT CANCELLED
HIGH COURT’s DECISION
In the year 2017, the Supreme Court
cancelled the decision of theAllahabad
High Court and allegations of conspir-
acy were made again. Apart from this,
permission was given to hear both the
cases together. Supreme Court issued
an order to re-impose conspiracy
charges against several accused includ-
ing Advani and 20 others. The court
also fixed the time limit for the hearing.
First, a deadline of two years was given
and then it was extended by nine more
months. On August 30, 2022, the Su-
preme Court closed all cases related to
the Babri Masjid demolition.
O
PANKAJ SONI
The writer is
Associate Editor
at First India
Riding high on the Ram Mandir wave, the BJP came to power at the Centre for
the first time with AB Vajpayee as PM who promised to take concrete steps on
Ram Mandir, Article 370 and the Uniform Civil Code if his party got a majority!
Babridemolitionchanged
India’spoliticalatmosphere
HOW THINGS UNFOLDED
In 2003, CBI filed a
charge sheet, but could
not add charges of
criminal conspiracy in it. The Rae
Bareli Court held a hearing and
acquitted LK Advani saying that
there was not enough evidence
against him.
In the year 2005, Al-
lahabad High Court can-
celled the order of Rae
Bareli Court and said that cases
would proceed against Advani and
others. Rae Bareli Court framed
charges in this entire case.
In 2007, testimony took place for the
first time in this case and two years
later, the probe report of the Liberhan
Commission came, in which leaders of Sangh
Parivar, VHP and Bajrang Dal were held re-
sponsible for the demolition of the Babri Masjid.
In 2010, the decision taken by the
lower court to try both cases separately
was upheld by the Allahabad High
Court. The High Court said that there were
two types of accused in this entire case. First,
those who were instigating the Kar Sevaks
from the stage at a distance of 200 meters from
the mosque. Second, those Kar Sevaks who
demolished the structure.
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Satyanarayan Sharma
Jaipur
Jaipur Police Commis-
sioner Biju George Jo-
seph held a public hear-
ing at Kanota police sta-
tion on Thursday and
heard people’s problems
and gave instructions to
the officers to resolve
them on the spot. During
this, Additional Police
Commissioner Kailash
Chandra Vishnoi, former
DCPGyan ChandYadav,
ACP (Bassi) Phoolchand
and SHOs and other of-
ficers were present.
Joseph said that the
public hearing is being
appreciated by the com-
mon people. “Complain-
ants from remote areas
who can’t come to Jaipur
are participating in large
numbers for quick reso-
lution of their problems.
In the coming days, pub-
lic hearings will be held
in the circle areas of the
remaining two districts,”
he said.
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MINING MAYHEM
110 illegal sites targeted Statewide
Nirmal Tiwari
Jaipur
ction has been
taken against
110 illegal
mining sites in the state
during the statewide
campaign being run
against illegal mining
activities in the state
from January 15. This is
for the first time when
the action has been taken
on a large scale. The
campaign was started on
the instructions of chief
minister Bhajan Lal
Sharma.
Mines Secretary
Anandhi said that due to
instructions given to
completely eliminate il-
legal mining activities, a
big message was given
by taking action against
illegal mining.
She said that the state
government will not tol-
erate illegal mining ac-
tivities. “The serious-
ness of the govt towards
the campaign can be
understood from fact
that during campaign,
action has been taken
against illegal activities
at 110 places in 3 days,
while 45 excavators and
JCB machines have
been seized,” she said.
Abhishek Shrivastava
Jaipur
The Jaipur Development
Authority, on Thursday,
demolished one bigha
government land in vil-
lage Bidhani Zerota in
Zone-9 and two new il-
legal colonies on 6.5 big-
has agricultural land. Be-
sides, three new illegal
colonies on about 40 big-
has of private agricultur-
al land in Zone-11 were
completely demolished.
Chief Controller of En-
forcement Dharmendra
Kumar Yadav said that
about one bigha of JDA
owned government land
was encroached upon.
After demolition, a letter
has been written to Dep-
uty Commissioner Zone-
9 regarding action taken.
Another 1.5 bigha of
privately held agricul-
tural land in village Bid-
hani, District Jaipur, was
demolished where with-
out the approval, Janaki
Nagar colony was being
established. In Kannad-
was Goner, Jaipur, five
bighas of private agricul-
tural land was freed from
encroachers.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
There was some respite
from cold in parts of Ra-
jasthan compared to the
last 48 hours as Pilani
recorded a low of 4.9 de-
grees Celsius, a MeT dep
spokesperson said.
However, due to the
effect of easterly winds,
many areas of Rajasthan
are in the grip of severe
cold where ‘very cold
days’ were recorded in
Ganganagar, Jaisalmer
and Pilani in the last 24
hours. According to the
Meteorological Depart-
ment, the maximum tem-
perature recorded in
Ganganagar on Wednes-
day was 8.6 degrees Cel-
sius, which is 11.7 Cel-
sius below the average.
On Thursday morning,
the minimum tempera-
ture was recorded at 4.9
degrees in Pilani, 5.5 de-
grees in Alwar, 5.8 de-
grees in Jaipur, 5.7 de-
grees in Ganganagar, 6.1
degrees Celsius each in
Sirohi, Churu and Jais-
almer. Ganganagar and
Hanumangarh are expe-
riencing severe cold.
Action has been
taken at 15 sites in
Bhilwara followed by
Jaipur Rural where
action was taken at
11 areas. CS
Sudhansh Pant is
monitoring the
campaign
A
SLIGHTRESPITEFROMCOLD
Possibility of dense fog and extreme cold in some places
Rajasthan Shivers
Illegal colonies razed
by JDA in five zones
BG Joseph holds Jan Sunwai,
solves problems on the spot
Biju George Joseph during the Jan sunwai at Kanota Police
station in Jaipur on Thursday.
Dumper hits bike
on Alwar-Sikar
Highway, 3 killed
First India Bureau
Kotputli
Three friends riding a
bike were killed after be-
ing hit by a dumper on
Thursday on the Alwar-
Sikar Highway in Kot-
putli. Two of them died
on the spot while the
third one died during
treatment in the hospital.
The dumper had dragged
the bike for about 200
metres. Police said that
the bike was coming
from Patan and the
dumper was from Kot-
putli. Amit Sharma (25),
resident of Udaipur and
Vivek Sahni (20), re, died
on the spot.
Nirmal Tiwari
Jaipur
A leopard entered Jai-
pur’s heritage hotel
Kanota Castle on Thurs-
day causing panic among
the tourists, who rushed
out of the hotel to save
their lives. It took 1.5
hour for the Forest De-
partment team to tran-
quilize the leopard after
which people heaved a
sigh of relief. The leop-
ard was taken to the Na-
hargarh Rescue Centre.
In the morning, the
dogs at the hotel sud-
denly started barking.
Soon, a tourist saw the
leopard and informed the
hotel staff about it. The
leopard had entered the
hotel staff room. Hotel
owner Mansingh in-
formed the forest depart-
ment team.
Bassi Ranger Prithvi-
raj Meena said that our
team and the team of
Jaipur Zoo reached the
spot. “There was no loss
of life during rescue op-
eration,” he said.
Leopard enters Jaipur’s
heritage hotel, rescued
Land fraud case
against PSK’s
mother, nephew
First India Bureau
Jaipur
A case has been regis-
tered against the
mother of former cab-
inet minister Pratap
Singh Khachariyawas
and nephew Dushyant
Singh Chundawat for
fraudulently acquiring
1000 yards of valuable
land worth crores and
getting it transferred
in their name.
The prime accused
in the entire case are
Jaipur’s renowned
land businessman
Nitesh Aggarwal, his
mother Bhagwati
Devi, Khachariya-
was’s mother, his
nephew Dushyant
Singh, Manoj Mudgal
and Sogani brothers,
owners of Jaipur’s re-
nowned school War-
ren Academy.
Udaipur: A woman Nir-
mala Gameti (30), died
after jumping into a
50-feet-deep well in
Loyara village of Badga-
on police station area in
Udaipur with her four-
month-old daughter.The
Civil Defence team
found the body of the
woman but search is on
for the girl child. Family
members said that the
woman had taken her
child along with her.
Mother jumps into well
with daughter in
Udaipur, both die
Anupgarh: A business-
man in Raisinghnagar has
reported getting death
threat calls in the name of
gangster Goldie Brar. The
businessman received the
threat call on Jan 5. There
has been a long standing
dispute about eviction of
a shop in main market
and an unknown miscre-
ant had called up &
threatened him.
Threat to businessman
in name of infamous
gangster Goldi Barar
IN BRIEF
Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh are experiencing severe cold due to the maximum temperature falling below 10 degrees Celsius. MUKESH KIRADOO
There was no loss of life in the
rescue of the leopard.

RAJASTHAN 04
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Naresh Sharma
Jaipur
Congress on Thursday
discussed various issues,
including strategy to con-
test election and selection
of candidates for Lok
Sabha elections. PCC
president Govind Singh
Dotasra, Chairperson of
the screening committee
appointed for Rajasthan
Rajani Patil, Rajasthan
in-charge Sukhjinder Sin-
gh Randhawa,AICC gen-
eral secretary Sachin Pi-
lot, Congress working
committee member Ma-
hendrajeet Singh Malvi-
ya, Leader of Opposition
Tikaram Jully were pre-
sent in the meeting called
for the preparations for
the upcoming Lok Sabha
elections. Strategy for the
election, selection of can-
didates and other matters
related to the Lok Sabha
elections were discussed
in detail in the meeting.
Congress spokesper-
son Swarnim Chaturvedi
said that the meeting of
the State Coordination
Committee was held and
State President Dotasra
and other senior leaders
held discussions with the
coordinators appointed in
all the Lok Sabha con-
stituencies of the state.
After taking feedback,
guidelines were given to
them.All the members of
the committee including
CP Joshi, Ramlal Jat,
Raghuveer Meena,
Mamta Bhupesh, Murari
Lal Meena, Krishna Al-
lavaru, Zuber Khan were
present during the meet-
ing of Congress.
CYBER HACKATHON 1.0 CONCLUDES
Guv calls for positive use of AI; challenges, threats discussed
Shivendra Singh Parmar
Jaipur
he Governor
Kalraj Mishra,
while address-
ing the concluding ses-
sion of the ‘Cyber Secu-
rity Hackathon’ by Ra-
jasthan Police at Ra-
jasthan International
Centre on Thursday,
stressed on preventing
cybercrimes and said the
police should develop a
scientific system to ef-
fectively deal with it. He
spoke on the positive use
of Artificial Intelligence
to prevent such crimes.
Mishra said that there
is a need to create aware-
ness about deep fake,
fraud in net backing and
other crimes. He in-
structed police to take
immediate action in mat-
ters of cybercrimes.
State Information and
Communication Tech-
nology Minister Colonel
Rajyavardhan Singh
Rathore said that cyber
attack is a war between
good and bad.
“Efforts should be
made to provide op-
portunities to the
youths to use AI and
strengthen the police
force,” he said.
Director General of
Police UR Sahoo high-
lighted the importance of
the event. Director Gen-
eral of Police Cyber
Crime Ravi Prakash
Mehrada said that in this
hackathon, a team was
formed and worked for
36 hours to stop cyber-
crime. Mishra gave
awards to the winners of
cybercrime research,
analysis and other work
groups. Earlier, he made
everyone read the Pre-
amble of the Constitu-
tion and read out the
Fundamental Duties.
GovernorKalrajMishraaddressngthesessionasRajyvardhanSingh
Rathore&otherslistenkeenlyduringHackathon1.0onThursday.
Guv Kalraj Mishra & Rajyvardhan S Rathore awarding certificate
to winners of cyber crime research e in Jaipur on Thursday.
T
Congdiscussespollstrategyfor
LokSabhawithcoordinators
Meeting of Congress State Election Committee held at PCC
FI TOON
SHEKHAR
Congress gears up
Protestafterbudgetpassedwithouttalks
Budget of `1,189.42 cr passed in JMCG’s GBM
Bharat Dixit
Jaipur
In General Body Meeting
of Jaipur Municipal Cor-
poration Greater held on
Thursday, a budget of
`1189.42 crore for the
financial year 2024-25
was passed.
BJP councillor and
Municipal Corporation
Deputy Mayor Punit
Karnavat protested in
the House, raising ques-
tions on the process of
passing the budget. He
said that calling a meet-
ing in less than 48 hours’
notice was against the
rules and passing the
budget without discuss-
ing it with all the mem-
bers is undemocratic.
When Finance Com-
mittee Chairperson Sheel
Dhabhai presented the
budget, Karnavat called it
a violation of the rights of
themembersoftheHouse
and there was an alterca-
tion between the two.
Karnavat said that the
budgets of the last two
times were sent to the
government without be-
ing presented in the
House and today when
the meeting is called,
why are the members not
being asked to discuss it?
Guv flaggs off Mahaprasad
Ravi Katara
Jaipur
A major accident was
averted and MP Ranjeeta
Koli had a narrow escape
during the Viksit Bharat
SankalpYatra in Saidpura
village of Uchain Pan-
chayat in Bharatpur. BJP
leaders andmanyworkers
were present. The crowd
went out of control as
soon as chariot arrived.
Koli fell but her security
personnel saved her.
During the puja, when
Girdhari Tiwari moved
towards the chariot, the
Koli’s gunner pushed Ti-
wari. This led to an alter-
cation between the gun-
ner and Tiwari.
Meanwhile, BJP work-
ers gathered, after which a
fierce altercation took
placebetweenTiwari,BJP
workers and the gunner.
Koli, later, calmed them.
CSCDG formed; PK Jain
appointed as nodal officer
Jpr Bar Assn swearing-in
of new exec tomorrow
Jpr’s ‘Prasad’ to be offered
at Ram temple in Ayodhaya
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Incompliancewithorderof
SC, Chief Justice of Ra-
jasthan HC MM Srivastava
constituted Committee for
Service Conditions of Dis-
trictCourtJudges(CSCDG)
under the chairmanship of
Justice Pankaj Bhandari.
Justice Inderjit Singh
was appointed as a member
of this com-
mitteeandfor-
mer District
Judge Padam
K Jain was
appointed as
nodal officer.The Registrar
GeneralofHCwasappoint-
ed ex-officio secretary.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
The swearing-in ceremo-
ny of the new manage-
ment executive of the Bar
Association, Jaipur will
be held on Saturday. The
event will be held at Ses-
sionCourtComplex,Bani
Park from 4 pm onwards.
Chief Minister Bhajan
Lal Sharma will be the
chief guest of the event.
Acting CJ MM Srivas-
tava will preside over the
programme. DJ Metro-1
Nandini Vyas, Metro-2
Baljeet Singh, Jaipur Dis-
trict DJ Ajit Kumar Hin-
gad, judicial officers,
public representatives,
advocates and other dig-
nitaries will participate in
the programme.
In the elections held on
December 8, Pawan Shar-
ma was elected the presi-
dent and Rajkumar Shar-
ma the General Secretary.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Prasad was sent to Ayod-
hya Dham from Jaipur on
Thursday for the conse-
cration ceremony of Lord
Shri Ram. Damodar Das
Modi, Program coordina-
tor & VHP Central Com-
mittee member, said that
Bundi Prasad made from
pure desi ghee will be of-
fered in the Pran Pratish-
tha program. He said that
1 lakh packets of Prasad
will be sent to Ayodhya
Dham from Jaipur.
Vande Bharat to stop at Gandhi Nagar
railway station, MP Bohra flaggs off train
MP Ranjeeta Koli
falls off chariot at
Sankalp Yatra in
Bharatpur Ziauddin Khan
Jaipur
MP Ramcharan Bohra
flagged off the Vande
Bharat from Ajmer to
Delhi at Gandhi Nagar
railway station on Thurs-
day. He said that there
was a long-standing de-
mand from the common
people that the express
train should stop at Gan-
dhinagar station.
“We met the Railway
Minister and requested
him and he gave per-
mission to stop the train
at Gandhi Nagar sta-
tion,” he said.
MP Ramcharan Bohra
said that Gandhinagar
station is being devel-
oped at a cost of `212
crore under the Amrit
Bharat Station Scheme.
“People will not have to
go to Jaipur Junction and
it will save their money,
time and fuel.
(Above) Governor Kalraj
Mishra flagging off trucks in
Mehandipur Balaji, loaded
with Mahaprasad, consisting
of 51,000 kilograms of Desi
Ghee Laddoos, to be sent to
Ayodhya for the occasion of
the consecration of the idol
of Lord Ram on January 22.
Ghanshyam Tiwari and others
are also seen. (Right) Governor
Kalraj Mishra also offered
prayers at the main temple of
Lord Balaji and the Shri Ram
Mandir in Mehandipur Balaji in
Dausa on Thursday. He prayed
for prosperity and happiness
for of the state.
Councillors during the debate in the GBM of JMCG on Thursday.
JMCG Dy Mayor Punit Karnavat
& others protested in the House,
raising questions on the process
of passing the budget.
MP Ramcharan Bohra flagging
off Vande Bharat Express at
Gandhi Nagar stn on Thursday.
There was chaos as soon as the
chariot arrived during the VBSY
in Bharatpur on Thursday.
Balmukund Acharya & others
flaggin off chariots to Ayodhya
in Jaipur on Thursday.
(L) SS Randhawa and Rajani Patil before the meeting at PCC on Thursday. (R) Govind S Dotasra addressing the Congress’ State Election
Committee at PCC in Jaipur on Thursday. Sukhjinder S Randhawa, Sachin Pilot, Tikaram Jully and Rajani Patil are also seen.

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hen told
about the an-
cient Indian
concept of
‘ M a y a , ’
which holds that the world
is an illusion, most people
bothEastandWestshrugoff
the notion. If they ponder
‘Maya’ at all, they relegate
it to metaphysics, which is
justaseasytodisregard.But
a century after the quantum
revolution in physics,
‘Maya’ is more relevant
than ever, because its mean-
ing pertains to something as
intimate to us as our brain.
Themysteryofthehuman
brain is easily summarized:
How does a watery mass of
organicchemicalsmanageto
think? I think there is an an-
swer, which is given in my
new book, Quantum Body.
For a very long time, the
mysterygotnofurtherthana
famousquip:“Whatismind?
No matter. What is matter,
nevermind.”Thequiprefers
to the impossibility of con-
necting the physical world
with the non-physical do-
main of consciousness.
You are conscious, of
which there is no doubt.
Chemicalsaren’tconscious,
which is equally undenia-
ble. The gap between these
two statements is unbridge-
able—until you consider
the quantum. In the earliest
daysofthequantumrevolu-
tion around 1900, a number
of the theory’s greatest pro-
ponents traced conscious-
nesstothequantumfield.In
a simple way, the quantum
fieldprovidesthesourcefor
everything.
That it is the source of
space, time, matter, and en-
ergy was posited then and
holds true now. But “eve-
rything” must include the
mind, and that was the rub.
The mind isn’t quantum.
No amount of data, meas-
urement, and experimenta-
tion at the quantum level—
or anywhere else—can
explain what an experience
is. The colour of a rose ex-
pressed in wavelengths of
light has nothing to do with
seeing it as ‘red.’
The same is true of all
fivesenses.Currentresearch
hastracedsmell,vision,and
touch to quantum process-
es—your retina, for exam-
ple, can register a single
photon, the quantum parti-
cle associated with light.
But photons are invisible.
They become bright only
through our perception.
To a neuroscientist, this
fact solves the riddle of
mind and brain. The brain
allows us to see, and to per-
form every other mental
process. Unfortunately,
thisiswhere‘Maya’throws
a monkey wrench into the
machinery. There is no
light in the brain, no bright-
ness, no pictures, or any-
thing but the firing of faint
electrical charges and the
exchange of ionized chem-
icals in the visual cortex.
Take away the light,
brightness, and images,
and the experience of see-
ing is gone. It stands to rea-
son that your brain doesn’t
see, and once this point is
conceded, it is the opening
edge of the wedge. If the
brain doesn’t see, then it
doesn’t possess any of the
five senses. If that’s true,
then the brain has no expe-
rience—and yet you do.
‘Maya’ exposes the fal-
lacy that the brain is the
same as the mind. Neuro-
science would adamantly
deny this, because the en-
tire basis of brain science
for 99% of neuroscientists,
is that brain = mind.We are
living in the golden age of
MRI and other brain imag-
ing that can view brain ac-
tivity as it occurs. Imaging
has become so sophisti-
cated that patterns of neu-
ral activity will soon be
precise enough, we are
told, that they can be linked
to individual thoughts.
Thatseemstosupportthe
assumption that brain =
mind, but it doesn’t. Imag-
ine that a player piano,
which plays music without
a pianist, fell into the midst
of a StoneAge tribe in New
Guinea. They could be ex-
cused for believing that the
piano understands music
and is responsible for com-
posing it (old-fashioned
player pianos used paper
rollswithinsertedholesthat
triggered the instrument’s
mechanism; modern ones
operate electronically).
For all of its sophistica-
tion, neuroscience falls for
the same illusion. It be-
lieves that the brain, since it
has the machinery corre-
sponding to thoughts, feel-
ings, sensations, and im-
ages, must be composing
our experience. The differ-
ence from a StoneAge tribe
in New Guinea is that the
player piano can be under-
stoodbyunravellingitsme-
chanics—the brain can’t.
But ‘Maya’ and the
quantum revolution have
deeper ties.The elementary
particles that constitute the
first stage of creation aren’t
like ordinary physical
“things.” This was made
clear by the great physicist
Werner Heisenberg when
he declared, “The atoms or
elementary particles them-
selves are not real; they
form a world of potentiali-
ties or possibilities rather
than one of things or facts.”
Here is the vital link be-
tween mind and matter:
both originate as possibili-
ties, not things or facts.The
next thought you have and
the next word you utter ex-
ist beforehand only as pos-
sibilities. Therefore, you
think and speak at that
level all the time. The same
holds true for an experi-
ence. You experience eve-
rything in the “real” world
withallofitssights,sounds,
smells, textures, and tastes,
but that is pure illusion.
Experience begins in no
specific location because
the quantum field has no
location in time and space.
Your senses are quantum
once you understand where
they originate, not in the il-
lusory physical world.
Therefore, your brain, be-
ing a ting, is also illusory.
‘Maya’ and quantum me-
chanics agree on this point.
Very quickly modern
physics moved away from
a theory of mind and set its
course for physical experi-
mentation, like all the other
sciences. But this decision
doesn’t invalidate Heisen-
berg’s insight. But where
does this insight actually
get you? Medicine needs to
address maladies of the
brain that correspond to de-
pression, anxiety, and psy-
chosis, not to mention brain
tumors and other physical
disorders. It seems point-
less to say that medicine is
being fooled by an illusion.
The reason it matters was
summarised by another
great quantum pioneer, Er-
winSchrödinger,whowasa
great student of Vedic phi-
losophy and particularly of
its main documents, known
as the Upanishads. “The
Upanishads are the most
comprehensive philosophi-
cal treatise ever written by
man. They are based on an
ancientidea,asoldasIndian
thought itself, that the most
profound reality is One and
that this One is identical
with our own Self.”
In those words is the rea-
son why the meeting up of
‘Maya’ and the quantum
field matters so much. It
brings us close to under-
standing wholeness (the
One)andseeingthatwhole-
ness is our basic nature. We
are not body, mind, and
spirit as if these are separate
compartments. We do not
have to achieve wholeness,
because we are whole to be-
gin with.The seamless join-
ing of mind and brain is the
answer, not the riddle. Once
we start with wholeness as
the most basic fact of exist-
ence, many old riddles are
solved, and we can begin to
live the mystery rather than
be baffled by it.
THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY
THE AUTHOR ARE PERSONAL
TOP
TWEETS
SPIRITUAL SPEAK
For one who has conquered his
mind, a mind is best of friends,
but for one who has failed to do
so, a mind is the greatest enemy.
BHAGAVAD GITA
MYSTERY OF
THE MIND
The mystery of the
human brain is easily
summarized: How
does a watery mass
of organic chemicals
manage to think? I think
there is an answer,
which is given in my
new book, Quantum
Body. For a very long
time, the mystery
got no further than a
famous quip: “What
is mind? No matter.
What is matter, never
mind.” The quip refers
to the impossibility of
connecting the physical
world with the non-
physical domain of
consciousness.
Here is the vital link between mind and matter:
both originate as possibilities, not things or facts.
The next thought you have and the next word you
utter exist beforehand only as possibilities.
Therefore, you think and speak at that level all the
time. The same holds true for an experience. You
experience everything in the “real” world with all
of its sights, sounds, smells, textures, and tastes,
but that is pure illusion
IN-DEPTH
PAK DESERVES IRAN
SURGICAL STRIKE
ON TERROR HAVEN
BASIC EDUCATION NEEDS
URGENT ATTENTION
he intertwining of terrorism and Pakistan re-
mains a concern as state actors from Pakistan
persistently support acts of terror in India.
Terrorists undergo training in both Pakistan and at
camps in the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir region.
Faced with the recurrent onslaught of attacks on India,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took decisive action
following the loss of 19 soldiers in the Uri sector. In
response, he ordered a surgical strike on terrorist ha-
vens in PoK, signalling a robust stance against the
menace of cross-border terrorism.This strategic move
reflected India’s commitment to safeguard its citizens
and sends a clear message that it will not tolerate the
harbouring of terrorists by its neighbour.
Now an India-like surgical strike has been carried
out by Iran on Sunni terrorist bases in Pakistan’s Ba-
lochistan province. Iran said that it repeatedly warned
Islamabad about the Jaish al-Adl terror group using
Pakistani soil to launch attacks on Instead of a tit-for-
tat retaliatory action on Iran, Pakistan should stop
sponsoring terrorists.
T
he Annual Status of Education Report
(ASER) offers a stark portrayal of the edu-
cational landscape in rural India, revealing
alarming deficiencies in basic educational skills
among children.Anotable concern is the inability of
a significant number of children, particularly those
aged 14 to 18, to perform rudimentary mathematical
tasks like dividing a three-digit number. Moreover,
the report highlights a deficiency in time calculation,
as these youngsters struggle to determine the hours
of sleep from bedtime. Even measuring the length of
an object on a scale poses a challenge for many re-
spondents, particu-
larly when the object
is positioned slightly
away from the start-
ing point at “0.”
This revelation
carries profound im-
plications for their
future employability,
with a substantial
portion facing the
prospect of entering
the job market with
inadequate skill sets.
The limited ability to
perform tasks be-
yond manual labour
hampers their poten-
tial contributions to a
more diverse array of
professions. The AS-
ER’s findings underscore the urgency of addressing
fundamental educational shortcomings in rural areas,
emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to
enhance mathematical and analytical skills.
As these young individuals prepare form a big
chunk of the demographic dividend, bridging these
educational gaps becomes imperative for fostering a
workforce equipped with the skills required “not just
for academic advancement but also to traverse daily
life”. The positive part of the finding was that the
dropout for livelihood was not worrisome.According
to ASER, “Overall, 86.8 percent of youth between
the age of 14 and 18 years are enrolled in educa-
tional institutions.” A total of 34,745 children were
surveyed in 28 districts.
T
A notable concern
portrayed in the
ASER is the inability
of a significant
number of children,
particularly those
aged 14 to 18, to
perform
rudimentary
mathematical tasks
like dividing a three-
digit number
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to discuss the roadmap towards building a sustainable
global aviation ecosystem. Also deliberated on the
importance of building strategic partnerships and the
need for developing global technology & innovation.
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A thought-provoking
session on ‘Gender Impact
Investing in India: A catalyst
for driving the next wave of growth’
during the #WEF2024. Explored
the transformative potential of
gender-inclusive investments as
pivotal drivers of inclusive and
sustainable economic growth.
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PRESIDENT MURMU TO WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS
“Identify, support other enterprising women”
PTI
New Delhi
resident Drou-
padi Murmu on
Thursday urged
women entrepreneurs to
identify other enterpris-
ing women and think of
new ways to support
them in their journey of
empowerment.
She said there are
many women who dream
of being financially inde-
pendent, but they do not
know what path they
should take to achieve
this goal. Interacting with
a group of women, who
are founders and co-
founders of leading start-
ups and unicorns, at the
Rashtrapati Bhavan here,
Murmu said their success
should create a ripple ef-
fect so that “we can hear
such success stories from
all parts of the country”.
We should resolve to
work together to build an
India where every woman
is empowered and every
young woman moves for-
ward with confidence to
fulfilherdreams,shesaid.
The president urged
the women entrepreneurs
to identify other enter-
prising women and think
of new ways to support
them in their journey of
empowerment.
Thursday’s meeting
took place under the ini-
tiative--”The President
with the People”--that
aims to establish a deeper
connection with people
and recognise their con-
tributions. During the
interaction, the president
said these women entre-
preneurs have changed
the Indian business envi-
ronment. From tech start-
ups to social enterprises,
their work gives an im-
pressive insight into the
diverse dimensions of
Indian women’s capabili-
ties in the world of entre-
preneurship, she said.
Murmu said their con-
tribution is not limited to
economic development.
“They have broken
traditional barriers and
shown the path of em-
powerment to future
generations,” the presi-
dent said.
P
“Transparentsystem,honest
effortsledtopovertydecline”
First India Bureau
New Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra
Modi asserted on Thurs-
day that a transparent sys-
tem put in by his govern-
ment, its honest efforts
and emphasis on people’s
participation have led to
nearly 25 crore people
being lifted out of pov-
erty in the last nine years.
Nobody could have
thought that poverty in
India can decline but the
poor has shown that it
can be if they are given
resources, he said in an
address during a virtual
interaction with benefi-
ciaries of the ‘Viksit
Bharat Sankalp Yatra’.
Citing a NitiAayog re-
port, which highlighted
the decline in poverty,
Modi said India has pre-
sented a model to other
countries in helping the
poor and has drawn glob-
al attention. He said the
Yatra has met success be-
yond his imagination and
his government is likely
to extend its deadline be-
yond January 26 due to an
increasing demand from
the masses that the vehi-
cles meant to publicise
welfare schemes and en-
list more beneficiaries
should visit their places.
IT IS MY GOVERNMENT’S PRIORITY TO BOOST
RURAL ECONOMY AND EMPOWER FARMERS: MODI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted as to how crores
of people have got bank accounts and opportunities
to do something on their own. Over four crore poor
families have got a house of their own in the last 10 years and
owners of 70% of them are women, which has boosted their
empowerment, PM Modi said. The average period to build
the house for the poor has come down to nearly 100 days
from 300 days earlier, he said. It is his government’s priority
to boost rural economy and empower farmers, he said.
India is changing
rapidly. People’s
self-confidence,
trust in government
and the resolve to
build a new India is
visible all round.
NARENDRA MODI,
PRIME MINISTER
WEF:Indiahasalreadyseized
themoment:Unionministers
PTI
Davos
Asserting that the Indian
economy has undergone
a significant transforma-
tion in the last one dec-
ade, three union minis-
ters on Thursday said the
country’s economic
growth now is not only
high but also inclusive.
Speaking at a session
at the World Economic
Forum Annual Meeting
2024, union minister Har-
deep Singh Puri said In-
dia has already seized the
moment. His colleague
Ashwini Vaishnaw said
the last decade has seen a
significant transformation
in the Indian economy.
“Major investments
have happened in physi-
cal and digital infrastruc-
ture. That has had a huge
impact on manufacturing
and overall economic ac-
tivity,” he said.
Smriti Irani also said
she agrees with minister
Puri that India has al-
ready seized the moment.
Economic advisor to PM Modi Sanjeev Sanyal, Swiss banking
leader Phillip Weights, Swiss fintech influencer Efi Pylarinou and
Entrepreneur and Investor Ashok Ranadive in Davos, Switzerland.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with beneficiaries of the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ via a video conference, on Thursday. PTI
“INDIABRIDGEBETWEEN
GLOBALSOUTH-NORTH”
Davos: Union
minister Smriti
Irani on Thursday
said India sees itself as a
bridge between the global
South and the global North.
She also said India is one
partner that all members
of the expanded BRICS
can count on. Speaking at
a session, she also said
India is proud to have set an
agenda for inclusive growth,
digital public Infrastructure
prowess at various global
platforms, including BRICS.
The Minister for Women and
Child Development also said
India also sees BRICS as a
platform to learn from each
other and help each other.
INDIA MOST-TRUSTED
COUNTRY: VAISHNAW
Davos: Asserting that
PM Narendra Modi
has made India the
most-trusted country for the
world, senior Union minister
Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thurs-
day said global businesses
should consider “trust-
shoring” to reap benefits of
the resilience and steady
high growth of the Indian
economy. In an interview at
the World Economic Forum
Annual Meeting, he said
India will deliver 6-8 per cent
economic growth for at least
10 years, given the strong
foundation laid by Prime
Minister Modi and there will
be opportunities for every-
one across all sectors.
CRUCIAL READ
Indo-American to run
for US state assembly
New Delhi: Tara
Sreekrishnan, a
Democrat and community
leader of Indian origin, has
garnered significant
endorsements for her bid in
California State Assembly
race. Tara launched her
campaign last month with a
focus on issues like housing
affordability, climate change.
TV journo’s murder: 2
challenge conviction
New Delhi: Two men,
convicted in the 2008
murder case of TV
journalist Soumya Vishwa-
nathan, have approached
the Delhi High Court
challenging a trial court’s
order holding them guilty
and sentencing them to life
imprisonment.
Court denies bail to
Azad over Parl breach
New Delhi: A Delhi
court dismissed the
bail application of Neelam
Azad, arrested in Parliament
security breach case, noting
that the investigation was at
a nascent stage and she
was accused of attempting
to disrupt the sovereignty
and integrity of India.
Dhonifacesdefamation
case;hearingonJan29
New Delhi: The Delhi
High Court asked its
registry to inform former
Team India cricket captain
MS Dhoni about a defama-
tion suit filed against him by
his 2 former business
partners. The high court
listed the matter for further
hearing on January 29.
Gangrape case: BJP to
protest for SIT probe
Bengaluru: BJP would
stage a demonstration
in the district headquarters
town of Haveri on January
20 demanding a probe by
a Special Investigation
Team (SIT) into the
alleged gang rape of a
woman, a senior party
leader said on Thursday.
“Unacceptable”:IndiGo
chiefafterslapincident
Hyderabad: IndiGo
chief Pieter Elbers on
Thursday referred to a
recent incident of a
passenger assaulting one
of its pilots, calling it is
“unacceptable”, and said
the airline’s operations are
back to normal.
Indian assets deployed in Arabian Sea, won't allow instability: Navy chief
PTI
New Delhi
The Indian Navy has its
assets deployed along the
western coast to protect
India’s maritime interests
and will not allow any
“instability”, Chief of
Naval Staff Admiral R
Hari Kumar said on
Thursday.
On the situation in the
Arabian Sea and Red Sea
area, the Navy chief said
Indian assets are already
deployed in the area for
two anti-piracy opera-
tions. He was speaking to
the media on the sidelines
of the fourth edition of
the Global Artificial In-
telligence Summit here.
“We are deployed to
ensure that our national
interest in the maritime
domain is protected. We
have our own deploy-
ments. We have two on-
going anti-piracy opera-
tions there and anti-
drone support for mer-
chant shipping,” the
Navy chief said.
The remarks came
amid increasing global
concerns over Houthi
militants targeting vari-
ous cargo vessels in the
Red Sea against the
backdrop of the Israel-
Hamas conflict.
INS Visakhapatnam, mission deployed in Gulf of Aden for anti-piracy operations, that swiftly
responded to a distress call by Marshall Island flagged MV Genco Picardy following a drone attack.
IRS Cricket Cup:
Delhi beats
Rajasthan-UP in
3rd league match
Vimal Kothari
Goa
Four league matches
were held on the first day
of the “IRS Cricket Cup”
beingheldonthegrounds
of the Goa Cricket Asso-
ciation. Senior officials
of the Income Tax De-
partment showed their
sporting talent in the
cricket competition that
started here on Thursday.
The third league match
held on Thursday was be-
tween the last five-time
champions of the IRS
Cup Delhi and the com-
bined team of Rajasthan
and Uttar Pradesh, which
Delhi won but the com-
bined team of Rajasthan
and UP fought hard to
stay in the match.
The competition inau-
gurated by Vijay Verma,
Chief IT Commissioner
of Panaji and Goa said the
IRS Cricket Cup is a me-
dium to initiate new rela-
tionships friendships
among the IRS officers of
the country. Special
guest Principal Direc-
tor of Income Tax Inves-
tigation, Panaji, Sushil
Kumar Madhuk said that
the competition is an op-
portunity for the Income
Tax officers to showcase
their sporting talent.
“WomenpoweredBJPto
victoryinrecentpolls”
PTI
Mumbai
Maharashtra Deputy
Chief Minister Ajit Pa-
war on Thursday said
women’s support helped
the BJP win three out of
the five states in the re-
cent assembly elections.
Addressing a gather-
ing of female workers of
his faction of the Nation-
alist Congress Party
(NCP), Pawar said a
large number of women
lawmakers will be seen
in the state assembly as
well as Parliament in the
coming years.
In a big boost for
Modi and setting the tone
for the 2024 Lok Sabha
elections, the BJP swept
Madhya Pradesh, Ra-
jasthan and Chhattisgarh
in the assembly polls
held in November last
year, inflicting a re-
sounding defeat to the
Congress.
“We have prepared the
agenda for Maharashtra’s
development and are
working accordingly.
While doing this, NCP
has always focused on
women’s respect, dignity
and prestige,” he said.
“1st tests for Indian
Space Station
expected in 2025”
PTI
Mumbai
The Indian Space Re-
search Organisation
(ISRO)willbeconducting
the first round of tests for
the Bharatiya Antariksh
Station, India’s own space
station which will be the
hub for conducting micro-
gravity studies, interna-
tional collaborative re-
search further studies
around space biology and
medicine, chairman S So-
manath said on Thursday.
He said the space agen-
cy is focusing on setting
up the Indian Space Sta-
tion, the preliminary ver-
sion of which is expected
to go up by 2028 by
next year we are hoping
to conduct the first tests.
BJP will make history in Kerala in
coming Lok Sabha polls: Javadekar
PTI
Kozhikode (Kerala)
The BJP is confident of
“making history in Kera-
la” in the upcoming Lok
Sabha polls as people of
the state like Prime Min-
ister Narendra Modi for
his non-discriminative
approach, senior party
leader Prakash Javadekar
said here on Thursday.
Javadekar, however,
declined to respond to
rumours of Modi contest-
ing in the elections from
Thiruvananthapuram
Lok Sabha constituency,
saying that poll related
matters are decided by
the party’s election com-
mittee.
“When the list is de-
cided, we declare it. So
you would also know. I
can’t react to rumours,”
he told PTI.
His statement comes a
day after Modi conclud-
ed his two-day visit to
Kerala, the second one in
two weeks.
Javadekar, the Kerala
In charge of BJP, said
that polls were just a 100
days away and while the
saffron party was yet to
select its candidates, it
has already started its
election campaign.
As part of that, it has
rolled out initiatives like
‘wall painting’, Viksit
Bharat SankalpYatra, etc.
to reach out to every voter
in the run-up to the polls.
PM Narendra Modi with Union Minister V. Muraleedharan and
BJP MP Prakash Javadekar in Kochi on Wednesday. PTI
President Droupadi Murmu interacts with a group of women
who are founders and co-founders of leading start-ups and
unicorns at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi, Thursday. PTI
NPCL records peak demand
of 527 MW in January 2024
First India Bureau
Greater Noida
As winter blankets the
city of Greater Noida with
chilling temperatures and
dense fog, Noida Power
Company Limited im-
pressively meets the high-
power demand of the sea-
son. On January 16, 2024,
NPCL recorded an all-
time peak demand of 527
MW, a remarkable testa-
menttoitscommitmentto
ensuring adequate power
supply to the region de-
spite the challenges posed
by the chilling tempera-
tures and dense fog.
The peak power de-
mand in January 2024
has sharply increased by
21% over January 2023,
where the recorded peak
was 435 MW. The in-
creasing heating load
requirements of con-
sumers can be attributed
to the surge in demand,
emphasizing the impor-
tance of NPCL in adapt-
ing to Noida’s evolving
energy needs.

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Whenever you feel lost, sit down and look at a
bunch of flowers, even roses are similar, but each
is unique and perfect in itself- no one, but God
could have crafted them and you.
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra, CMD Editor-in-Chief
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
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VIKSIT BHARAT SANKALP YATRA
Poor getting benefits of schemes because of PM’s guarantees: CPJoshi
Yogesh Sharma
Jaipur
JP State Presi-
dent CP Joshi
on Thursday
said the poor are getting
the benefits of many
schemes only because of
Modi’s guarantees
through the ‘Viksit
Bharat Sankalp Yatra’.
He made the remarks at
the party’s state office on
Thursday during the tel-
ecast of PM Modi’s vir-
tual dialogue programme
with the beneficiaries.
BJP state president CP
Joshi, while talking to the
media after the pro-
gramme, said that
through the ‘Viksit
Bharat Sankalp Yatra,’
vehicles with Modi guar-
antee are reaching all the
Gram Panchayats across
the country. “Along with
the beneficiaries, the
people of the village are
also welcoming the
Modi’s guarantee vehi-
cles because they believe
that it is because of the
Modi’s guarantees that
the poor are getting the
benefits of many
schemes. From time to
time, PM Modi connects
virtually and communi-
cates with the beneficiar-
ies, which infuses enthu-
siasm and energy among
the people. With the for-
mation of a strong BJP
govt in Raj, work has
started towards provid-
ing governance which is
free of corruption
crime, Joshi added.
PM Modi asserted on
Thursday that a transpar-
ent system put in by his
govt, its honest efforts
and emphasis on people’s
participation have led to
nearly 25 crore people
being lifted out of pov-
erty in the last nine years.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Ahead of the Assembly
session beginning today,
Assembly Speaker Va-
sudev Devnani on Thurs-
day, convened an all
party meeting and said
that there should be a
meaningful discussion in
the House.He said that all
members will get a
chance to speak and to
ensure the House func-
tions for a maximum
number of days, all the
members of all the par-
ties will need to have
positive thinking.
Devnani said that the
responsibility of running
the House rests with all
the elected members.
This was the first all-par-
ty meeting initiated by
Devnani on the lines of
Lok Sabha.
“The post of Governor
is constitutional. There
should be full respect for
the Governor in the
House. For this, the
members of the house
should listen to the ad-
dress patiently. No one
should bring placards
into the House,” he said.
Devnani said that all
parties will be allotted
time for discussion as per
rules members should
express their views with-
in the time limit.
Satyanarayan Sharma
Jaipur
The news of mobile being
found in the jail has raised
questions on the arrange-
ments of the Jail depart-
ment. This is the reason
why DG Jail Bhupendra
Dak has suspended Head
Warden Ajay Singh
RathoreandWardenMan-
ish KumarYadav and sent
them out of Jaipur to en-
sure proper investigation
of this case. Until the in-
vestigation is completed,
both of them will not
come to the district. Both
of them are believed to be
responsible for the mobile
phone reaching the jail.
The prisoner who had
called the police control
room, identified as Mun-
na,wasshiftedtotheCen-
tral Jail from the District
Jail located in the Central
Jail complex a few days
ago.Earlier, hewas under
trial and after his sentence
was decided some time
ago, he was shifted to a
bigger jail. On the other
hand, a case has been reg-
istered in Lalkothi police
stationregardingthis mat-
ter. Lalkothi police had
arrested the threatening
accused and his two asso-
ciates on a production
warrant late in the night.
Mobile exposes Jpr jail
Miscreants who had threat-
ened to kill CM, had
switchedoffmobileafterthe
threat call. Acting Superin-
tendent Om Prakash said
that how the mobile came
into jail is being probed.
Yogesh Sharma and
Aishwary Pradhan
Jaipur
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma
participated through VC
in the beneficiary dia-
logue of ‘Viksit Bharat
Sankalp Yatra’ organised
under the chairmanship
of Prime Minister Naren-
dra Modi from the Chief
Minister’s Office on
Thursday. During this,
Prime Minister Modi in-
teracted with the women
beneficiaries of Dungar-
pur district and encour-
aged them.
PM Modi said that In-
dia is changing very fast.
“The resolve to build a
new India is visible eve-
rywhere. The villages
where the Yatra has not
reached are eagerly wait-
ing. Keeping in view the
demand of the people,
the Yatra will be con-
ducted from January 26
onwards. This journey
has now taken the form
of a mass movement.
Work is being done to
provide basic facilities
like permanent house,
gas connection, water,
electricity, toilet to every
family. No eligible per-
son was deprived of the
benefits of the schemes.
Our endeavor is to ensure
benefit to the man in the
last row.”
PM Modi interacted
with Mamta, a benefi-
ciary of Pal Mavita vil-
lage from Varsingpur
Gram Panchayat of Sag-
wada Panchayat Samiti.
Mamta told PM that Cen-
tre’s schemes have
changed her life. PM ap-
preciated the techno-
friendly approach of
women of SHGs in Dun-
garpur district.
CP Joshi, Rajendra Rathore, Mukesh Dadhich and others virtually participate in the PM Modi’s interaction with the beneficiaries of
‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ at BJP Headquarters in Jaipur on Thursday. Other party workers were also present.
Vasudev Devnani chairs an all party meeting at State Assembly in Jaipur on Thursday. CM Bhajan Lal
Sharma, Tikaram Jully, Jogeshwar Garg, Manoj Kumar, Dr Subhash Garg and others were present.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma virtually participates in PM’s VBSY dialogue programme from CMO
on Thursday. Sudhansh Pant, T Ravikanth, Ravi Jain were also present.
Om Birla enjoys a meal with women of Self Help Groups during
the ‘Tiffin With Didi’ programme in Kota on Thursday.
Bhanwar S Charan
Kota
LS Speaker Om Birla on
Thursday took a unique
initiative to promote and
encourage entrepreneur-
ship among women. He
shared a meal with the
women associated with
Rajivika in the program
“Tiffin with Didi”.
He also heard their
success stories and
learned about their future
dreams. He assured all
possible help to ensure
that his every wish is
fulfilled. “For a big
change in the country, it
is necessary to empower
women,” he said.
B
ALL-PARTY MEETING IN STATE ASSEMBLY
‘Housewillrunpeacefullywith
cooperationofallparties’
This is a new and historic initiative of Assembly
Speaker Vasudev Devnani, says the
Parliamentary Affairs Minister, Jogaram Patel
Govt should take points presented in the House
seriously should submit answers before
commencement of next session: LoP Jully
DEVNANI TO HONOUR
21 MLAs FOR TAKING
OATH IN SANSKRIT
Jaipur: Assembly
Speaker Vasudev
Devnani will today
felicitate 21 MLAs for taking
oath in Sanskrit. Sanskrit
Bharti's Jaipur region
secretary Krishnakumar
Kumawat said that a felicita-
tion ceremony will be organ-
ised today on the Central
Sanskrit University campus
under the aegis of Central
Sanskrit University, Sanskrit
Bharati and Bharati monthly
magazine. He said Devnani
will be the chief guest while
Sanskrit Education Min
Madan Dilawar will preside
over the programme.
All the members of the Party and the
Opposition have the same feeling to articulate
their perspectives in the House. Effort should be
made to ensure that all members get a chance
to express their views. Members should adhere
to the time limit while expressing their views.
BHAJAN LAL SHARMA, CHIEF MINISTER
Issues should be raised in the House with
dignity. All members should express their
views while maintaining the decorum of the
House shouldn’t behave inappropriately.
Ensuring the security of the Legislative
Assembly is our responsibility. Before
allowing people to enter into the
auditorium, MLAs must assess the behaviour
of the person concerned so that there is no
insecurity in the House.
VASUDEV DEVNANI, ASSEMBLY SPEAKER
Women empowerment is
need of the hour: Om Birla
AfterCM’smeetwithUnion Ministersin
Delhi,coalcrisisinRajtoberesolvedsoon
Arif Mansuri
Jaipur
The State will get relief
from coal crisis in the
next 3-4 days after the
matter was discussed in
CM’s meeting with
Union Ministers. MoS
for Energy Hiralal Nagar
returned to Jaipur after
talks with central leaders
in Delhi. During a special
conversation with First
India, Nagar said, “We
have got the energy sec-
tor in a very serious con-
dition due to Congress
rule. We met with Union
Energy Minister RK
Singh and Coal Minister
Pralhad Joshi and both
the leaders have assured
that no dearth of coal will
be allowed in Rajasthan.
At present, 24-25 rakes
of coal will be available
daily from Coal India.
Talks have also been held
with Chhattisgarh govt
and its effect will be vis-
ible soon. Work will be
done in mining there in
next 3-4 days.”
Meanwhile, Rajasthan
will get additional elec-
tricity from central quo-
ta! Regarding this, Nagar
said, “We have inherited
power crisis from the
previous Congress gov-
ernment. Rajasthan’s
power-coal crisis is the
result of Gehlot govern-
ment’s mismanagement.
At present, we need ad-
ditional power of 1000
MWfor peak time. Union
Minister RK Singh has
assured that electricity
will be provided as per
requirement. If we get
additional electricity
from the Centre, we will
not have to buy expen-
sive electricity during
peak hours. Due to min-
ing issues in Chhattis-
garh, currently coal is
being made available
from Coal India. 15 rakes
of coal are supplied daily,
whereas 25 rakes of coal
are required. Joshi has
assured that this gap will
be bridged soon.”
RSS Chief in Jaipur
SwacchTeerthAbhiyaan
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat late on Wednesday night, attended the wedding ceremony
of the son of Shetra Sanghchalak Ramesh Chandra Agrawal. He blessed the newly wed
couple at the function held at Ashok club.Vice- President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Governor
Kalraj Mishra, CM Bhajan Lal Sharma others also attended the wedding.
Deputy CM Diya Kumari cleans the premises of
Rajrajeshwar Shiv Temple in Jaipur on Thursday
under the ‘Swacch Teerth Abhiyan.’
JOSHI HAILS DECISIONS
OF FIRST CABINET MEET
OF BHAJAN LAL GOVT
BJP MEDIA MEET HELD
OVER PREPARATIONS
FOR LS ELECTIONS
Praising decisions
of Rajasthan’s
Bhajan Lal Sharma
Cabinet, BJP state chief
CP Joshi said, “SIT formed
regarding paper leak,
pension of MISA prisoners
restored, changes in An-
napurna Kitchen Scheme,
RPSC will release its
calendar on the lines of
UPSC etc are some of
the decisions taken by
the state cabinet. The
cabinet took important
decisions in the interest
of the state and these
decisions are welcome.”
A meeting of state
media officials was
held at BJP State
office on Thursday regard-
ing preparations for the LS
polls. During the meeting,
an action plan and outline
regarding the role of media
in upcoming elections was
prepared. State Minister
Pinkesh Porwal, said that
media plays an important
role in elections, hence ev-
ery official will have to work
on the assigned role. During
the meeting, responsibili-
ties were assigned to each
media officer.
CM threat case:
Central Jail
Superintendent
removed
CM joins PM’s interaction with
VBSY beneficiaries through VC
COAL CRISIS IN KALISINDH THERMAL PLANT
A coal crisis has occurred in Jhalawar Kalisindh Ther-
mal Power Plant as now coal stock for three days is left
in the plant and there is an immediate requirement of
4 racks of coal while 2 rakes of coal are available. The power
plant requires 15 to 16,000 tons of coal per day and about
35,000 tons of coal is left. At present, coal is not available from
Parsa Kanta coal block of Chhattisgarh. Kalisindh Thermal
Power Plant has two units of 600-600 MW each.

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fashion isn’t
just about
clothing it’s a
statement that
sears its way
into the collective conscious-
ness. Designers are embracing
the concept of deliberate
scorching, using controlled
burns to create intricate pat-
terns and textures on garments.
The result is a unique blend of
destruction and creation,
where the scorched edges tell
a story of resilience and
transformation.
This trend challenges con-
ventional notions of beauty
and perfection, urging fash-
ion enthusiasts to embrace
imperfections and celebrate
the scars that make each
piece one-of-a-kind. Cau-
terized fashion demands
attention, with its gar-
ments bearing the marks
of their creation process
as badges of honour.
The use of fire as a de-
sign element introduces
an element of danger
and unpredictability,
making each piece a
living, evolving enti-
ty. Fashion shows
featuring Cauterize
collections are elec-
trifying events, as models strut
down the runway adorned in
charred elegance, embodying
the spirit of rebirth and rein-
vention.
Beyond aesthetics, Cauterize
fashion also sparks conversa-
tions about sustainability. De-
signers are exploring ways to
repurpose and upcycle cloth-
ing, breathing new life into old
pieces through controlled burn-
ing techniques. This sustaina-
ble approach aligns with the
industry’s growing commit-
ment to environmental con-
sciousness.
As Cauterize fashion gains
momentum, it’s not just limited
to apparel. Accessories, foot-
wear, and even home decor are
catching the flame, offering
enthusiasts a chance to incor-
porate this scorching trend into
various aspects of their lives.
However, as with any trend
pushing boundaries, Cauterize
fashion raises ethical consider-
ations. Critics question the po-
tential dangers associated with
incorporating fire into wearable
art and the environmental im-
pact of deliberately scorching
materials. Striking a balance
between innovation and re-
sponsible practices will be cru-
cial for the continued evolution
of this fiery fashion movement.
Cauterize
Couture Tripti
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ishee Miglani, un-
der the expert
guidance of Coach
Ajay Singh, fol-
lows a disciplined
daily routine that
sets the tone for his
fitness journey. Beginning with a nu-
tritious breakfast comprising oats, an
omelette and coffee, Rishee then
dives into his workout routine at the
gym, a testament to his commitment
to health. With a six-day-a-week
training schedule, dedicating an hour
each day, Rishee exemplifies the
dedication needed to maintain
a fit and healthy lifestyle.
When it comes to workout
preferences, Rishee finds joy
in engaging his chest muscles,
leveraging their inherent
strength. Simultaneously, he
focuses on shoulder workouts,
recognizing the need to fortify
this muscle group. CoachAjay
Singh tailors workouts that
strike a balance between rein-
forcing existing strengths and
addressing areas that require
development, ensuring a holis-
tic approach to fitness. Like
many fitness enthusiasts, Rishee
has a workout aspect that he tends to
overlook, leg workouts. However,
under Coach Ajay Singh's guidance,
he has gradually incorporated lower
body exercises into his routine. This
strategic approach aims to create a
comprehensive fitness regimen that
leaves no muscle group unattended.
In the realm of indulgence, Rish-
ee's guilty pleasure lies in Italian
cuisine. Coach Ajay Singh recog-
nises the importance of balance in a
fitness journey and allows Rishee to
enjoy cheat meals twice a week.
These meals often feature Italian de-
lights rich in cheese and wheat flour,
providing a delicious yet controlled
deviation from the regular dietary
plan. Additionally, Rishee's fond-
ness for wine is accommodated with
two designated days in a week for
this guilty pleasure. Coach Ajay
Singh doesn't merely focus on work-
out routines but also emphasizes the
significance of dietary choices. Rec-
ommending a diverse approach,
Coach Ajay encourages Rishee to
adopt a vegan lifestyle periodically.
This flexible approach aligns with
Rishee's travel plans and the prevail-
ing weather conditions, showcasing
the adaptability of Coach Ajay's
strategies.
Furthermore, Coach Ajay Singh
advocates for the inclusion of tradi-
tional Indian fare in Rishee's diet.
Emphasizing foods like ghee, bajre ki
roti, saag, and other seasonal of-
ferings, Coach Ajay aims to
strike a balance between mod-
ern dietary preferences and the
nutrient-rich options that Indi-
an cuisine offers. This holistic
approach to nutrition aligns
with CoachAjay's philosophy,
focusing not only on physical
fitness but also on the overall
well-being of his clients. In
essence, Coach Ajay Sin-
gh's expertise extends
beyond sculpting bodies;
it encompasses a com-
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health and fitness.
Through individualized
workout plans, strategic
dietary recommenda-
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clients' preferences,
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of support in
their journey to
a healthier
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In the realm of
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beacon of health and
wellness. Specializing
in sculpting the
physiques of high-
profile individuals,
Coach Ajay Singh's
approach to fitness
goes beyond the
conventional. City
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journey of one of his
clients, Rishee
Miglani and explores
his daily routine,
workout preferences,
and dietary habits!
WHAT’S NEXT?
Indian Ocean Live Concert: Experience an
unforgettable evening under the stars as the
acclaimed band Indian Ocean takes the stage live.
Over two decades of musical prowess, Indian
Ocean stands as one of India`s foremost bands,
boasting a cult for their distinctive sound.
When: Feb 14, 8:00 PM
Where: The Big Tree Cafe, Jaipur
Jaipur Education Summit (JES) 2024: Shiksha ka
Mahakumbh, the 5th Edition of this summit where
innovation meets education excellence. This event
is a gathering of thought leaders educators and
industry experts from around the globe.
When: Jan 20 - Jan 24, 03:30 pm
Where: S.S. Jain Subodh Law College, Jaipur
Jaipur New Year Fun Food Festival 2024: Get
Ready to be mesmerized by the culinary skills of
an expert, traditional culture and entertainment
like never before, set against the vibrant backdrop
of the beautiful Pink City.
When: Jan 20 - Jan 21, 10:00 am
Where: Shilpgram, JKK, Jaipur
BIRTHDAY FORECAST!
Such a strong
masculine force of Sun
and Mars combined
only to create the Sun
in the end, speak of
strong ego issues that
must be metabolized.
Personality is in a way
broken and needs to
change, growing
through strong and
empowering
boundaries to the
outer world.
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STARS ALIGN FOR RAM MANDIR'S GRAND UNVEILING!
Bollywood's elite and sports icons
converge for Ayodhya's historic Ram
Mandir consecration on January 22. A
star-studded affair blending culture
and glamour,
promising a
blockbuster
celebration of
unity
n January
22, 2024, a
h i s t o r i c
spectacle is
set to un-
fold as the
Shri Ram Janmbhoomi
Teerth Kshetra orchestrates
the pran pratistha ceremony
of the long-awaited Ram
Mandir in Ayodhya. This
monumental event has gar-
nered immense attention,
extending invitations to a
star-studded lineup that in-
cludes luminaries from the
Bollywood industry and re-
nowned sports icons.
The saga of the Ram
Mandir has been etched in
the annals of India's history
for over five centuries,
marred by legal battles and
national discourse. How-
ever, the wheels of progress
gained momentum after the
landmark decision by the
Supreme Court in Novem-
ber 2019, ruling in favor of
the Hindu claimants and
paving the way for the con-
struction of the temple at
the disputed Ayodhya site.
The anticipation sur-
rounding the pran pratistha
ceremony is reaching a cre-
scendo, with Bollywood A-
listers such as Akshay Ku-
mar, Rajnikanth, Ranbir
Kapoor, Alia Bhatt,
Dhanush, Prabhas, Kangana
Ranaut,Amitabh Bachchan,
and Jacky Sheriff set to
grace the occasion. Their
presence adds a glitzy di-
mension to this sacred
event, capturing the atten-
tion of not only the nation
but also the global audience.
The decision of the Shri
Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth
Kshetra to extend in-
vitations to en-
tertainment and sports icons
underscores the inclusive
spirit of the ceremony.Arun
Govil, the revered actor who
portrayed Lord Ram in the
iconic TV serial Rama-
yan, stands among the in-
vitees, symbolizing the har-
monious amalgamation of
cultural and religious facets.
Cricketing legends Virat
Kohli and SachinTendulkar,
representing the sports fra-
ternity, will join the constel-
lation of stars at this mo-
mentous event. Their par-
ticipation emphasizes the
diverse representation of
Indian society, transcending
boundaries and unifying
citizens in celebration.
For the Hindu commu-
nity, the pran pratistha
marks the culmination of a
patient wait spanning over
500 years, evoking a sense
of elation and pride. The
collective excitement
among Indians, including
celebrities and sports
icons, underscores the
cultural and emo-
tional signifi-
cance attached to this auspi-
cious occasion.
Beyond its religious im-
plications, the consecration
of the Ram Mandir is poised
to become a catalyst for
temple tourism inAyodhya.
Pilgrims and tourists from
across the globe are ex-
pected to converge on
this sacred city, usher-
ing in an era of cul-
tural and economic
resurgence.
As the nation ea-
gerly awaits the grand
spectacle on January 22,
the convergence of Indian
icons from Bollywood and
sports amplifies the univer-
sal significance of the pran
pratistha ceremony. It sym-
bolizes not just a religious
landmark but also a testa-
ment to the unity in diver-
sity that defines India.
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BOLLYWOOD ROYALTY
MEETS COUTURE MAJESTY
Mitali Dusad
n the enchanting
realm of fashion,
maestro Himmat
Singh reigns su-
preme, captivating hearts with
his exquisite traditional attire.
Recently, the charismatic Ab-
hishek Bachchan graced the
Pink City with his presence,
donning the colours of his for-
midable team, the Pink Pan-
thers. Amidst the vibrant tap-
estry of Jaipur, Bachchan
found time to explore the atel-
ier of the celebrated designer,
Himmat Singh.
In a display of sartorial bril-
liance, Bachchan was thrilled
by Singh’s creations. A Nehru
jacket in luscious terry wool,
dyed in the depths of black,
and another in cotton, quilted
in Singh’s signature style, be-
came the focal points of admi-
ration.
The handmade royal Band-
gala suit, a testament to Sin-
gh’s craftsmanship, adorned
Bachchan in resplendent
black terry wool of 190
counts. A Nehru jacket in the
rich texture of khadi wool
added a touch of regality to
the collection.
Himmat Singh, a virtuoso
in weaving tradition into con-
temporary elegance, shared
his perspective, stating,
“Fashion is the language of
identity my creations echo the
timeless tales of heritage.”
Abhishek Bachchan, visibly
impressed, lauded the jackets,
noting how they seamlessly
blended sophistication with a
touch of rebellious charm. In
the convergence of Bolly-
wood charisma and couture
artistry, Himmat Singh’s stu-
dio remains a beacon of style
and innovation.
I
City First
nder the
steward-
ship of the
G e n e r a l
Secretary
of Princess Diya Kumari
Foundation (PDKF),
Gauravi Kumari, an in-
formal round table dis-
cussion of social and
Non-Governmental Or-
ganisations (NGOs) was
convened at the City Pal-
ace recently. Gauravi
said that the objective
was to get to know in
what areas were different
organisations involved in
the betterment of women.
She emphasised that
PDKF would also like to
get involved in their re-
spective initiatives from
time to time.
The representatives of
each of the organisations
shared details about their
ongoing projects. While
outlining their area of
work, it was informed
that these organisations
were involved in wom-
en’s livelihood, health
and development, men-
strual hygiene, educa-
tion, and even training
women drivers, not only
for auto rickshaws but
also trucks.
The organisations that
attended the meeting in-
cluded Naya Sawera, We
Care, Azad Foundation,
Aanchal Child Homes,
Saksham, All India Wel-
fare Society, Praveen
Lata Sansthan, SK Foun-
dation, Niwala Kamla
Bai Charitable Trust,
Pink City Rickshaw
Company among others.
Their representatives
agreed to work in col-
laboration with the
PDKF. Earlier, the Gen-
eral Manager, PDKF,
Deepti Singh outlined the
activities of the organisa-
tion. Also present on the
occasion was the Execu-
tive Trustee of MSMS II
Museum, Rama Datt.
PDKFSpearheads
Empowerment
U
DURING THE DAY!
GUARDIANS OF CYBERSECURITY
City First
he Payment
Foundation
orchestrated a
pivotal Cyber
Security Awareness Ses-
sion for the Sikkim Po-
lice on Wednesday in
Gangtok.
The full-day program
addressed critical as-
pects of cyber threats,
equipping participating
officers with essential
knowledge on Cyber
Crimes, Investigation
Tools Techniques,
Dark Web, Crypto Cur-
rency Investigation, AI,
Deep Fake Investiga-
tion, Financial Fraud
Detection Prevention,
Risk Management and
Collaboration with Pay-
tm.
The event garnered
participation from es-
teemed officers, includ-
ing those of the rank of
ADGP, IG, SPs, and
various junior officers,
showcasing the commit-
ment of the Sikkim Po-
lice to staying ahead in
the realm of cybersecu-
rity.
The training sessions
were met with unani-
mous appreciation, em-
phasizing the relevance
and importance of such
initiatives. In the con-
cluding session, the
DGP of Sikkim Police,A
K Singh, IPS, personally
engaged and honoured
the entire Paytm team
for their contribution.
Singh took the opportu-
nity to express gratitude
by presenting an Appre-
ciation Letter to the Pay-
tm team, acknowledging
their significant role in
enhancing the cyber re-
silience of the Sikkim
Police Force. This col-
laborative effort under-
scores the dedication of
both the Payment Foun-
dation and the Sikkim
Police towards strength-
ening the cybersecurity
landscape and ensuring a
secure digital environ-
ment for all.
T
EVENTS!
Governor Kalaraj Mishra convened a special gathering
at the Raj Bhavan in Jaipur to promote a positive work
culture, urging officials and staff to collaborate for cultural
advancement. As per the governor’s directive, a Prasad
distribution took place during the Poush Bada event at
the Raj Bhavan on Thursday. Before this, Governor Mishra
performed puja at the Raj Rajeshwar Temple and later prayed
for prosperity at the Khatu Shyam Ji Temple within the Raj
Bhavan premises. The occasion also featured devotional
songs, with participation from all officials and staff.
Amity University Rajasthan, accredited with NAAC A+, is set
to host its 13th Convocation Ceremony on January 19, 2024.
Dr Aseem Chauhan, Chairperson, will preside over the event.
Prof Amit Jain, Vice-Chancellor, will highlight academic and
research achievements, covering publications, collaborations,
awards, and more. The ceremony will confer degrees to
942 graduates, including 60 PhDs, alongside medals and
salvers. Notable honorary titles will be awarded to Professor
Purnendu Ghosh and Maj Gen JKS Parihar. The convocation
reflects AUR’s commitment to holistic development,
combining academic excellence with cultural and sports
events, leadership skills, and a global perspective.
Poornima Institute of Engineering and Technology (PIET)
orchestrated a transformative session, bridging academia
with industry luminaries from Salesforce Trailhead and
Altimetrik. The event, attended by a substantial audience of
students and faculty, delved into cutting-edge technology,
focusing on cloud computing and digital education trends.
Keynote speakers highlighted the pivotal role of accessible
learning in today’s digital era, showcasing Salesforce’s
Trailhead platform’s impact on democratizing tech education.
Renowned artist Daler Mehndi unveiled a transcendent
trilogy of soulful bhajans under DRecords International.
Commencing with ‘Jinke Hriday Shri Ram Basey,’ released
on January 18, 2024, Mehndi’s mesmerizing vocals blend
with powerful lyrics, urging listeners to find the temple of
Ram within their hearts. The second release, ‘Ram Nagri,’ on
January 19, celebrates the journey to Lord Ram’s birthplace.
The final instalment, ‘Ram Hai to Araam Hai,’ launching on
January 20, pays heartfelt homage to divine tranquillity. This
musical pilgrimage beckons all to experience the profound
fusion of melody and spirituality.
JURT 272 orchestrated a Kids Grooming Drive in the Malviya
Nagar Slum Area, offering services like haircuts and nail
trimming with the assistance of a renowned Jaipur salon.
Boys and girls, aged 4-16, participated, including a child
with special needs who experienced the joy of a haircut.
The delight on the kids’ faces was indescribable! Grooming
services were extended to 97 children, followed by a
wholesome breakfast and snacks. The event introduced the
youngsters to grooming tools like hair dryers and trimmers,
adding an extra layer of fascination.
(L-R) IPS Manoj Tiwari; ADGP, CID Vineet Vinayak and KK Parashar
Police Officers, Paytm Team and Active Law Enforcement representatives during the event
DGP, Sikkim, AK Singh felicitating KK Parashar with a memento
Gauravi Kumari conducting the meeting of NGOs in
City Palace. Also seen is Rama Datt with others
Gauravi Kumari with the participants

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