Indian-American Scientist Bags Prestigious Science Award

Renowned Indian-American inventor Rajiv Joshi has bagged the prestigious Inventor of the Year award for his great work in the field of electronic industry and artificial intelligence.

Early life and qualification of Dr Joshi

The master inventor has more than 250 patented inventions in the US and he works at the IBM Thomson Watson Research Center in New York. He is an alumnus of IIT Mumbai and holds an MS degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Also, he has done PhD in mechanical/electrical engineering from Columbia University, New York.

He remembered that his parents always inspired him with the stories of the renowned inventors like Guglielmo Marconi, Madame Curie, Right Brothers, James Watt, Alexander Bell, Thomas Edison and others. He said that the stories of the great stalwarts shaped his mind and encouraged him to do inventions.

Award

The prestigious annual award was presented by the New York Intellectual Property Law Association early this month but it was a virtual award ceremony. In his acceptance speech, Dr Joshi said that could, artificial intelligence and quantum computing not only remained the buzzwords but their utility, widespread usage was advancing by leaps and bounds.

Work of Dr Joshi

His inventions are used in many electronic items including processors, supercomputers, laptops, smartphones, handheld and variable gadgets. His innovations are said to have advanced day-to-day life, global communication, health sciences and medical fields. Dr Joshi said that he felt attracted towards artificial intelligence and quantum computing.

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China-India Border Tension Reaches Next Level

India and China have escalated their surveillance along LAC (line of actual control) but it isn’t the regular patrolling as both the sides are busy building troops on the LAC. Military experts say that it is a bigger crisis than Doklam in 2017.

Face-off between Indian and Chinese troops

India has increased its military strength in Pangong Tso and Galwan Valley after the China deployed around 2,000 to 2,500 troops in these contentious areas. And the Chinese army is gradually building temporary infrastructure to support its military. But the strength of the Indian army is much better in comparison to the Chinese side.

India is more concerned about the key points where China is deploying more troops. Their presence in Indian Post KM120 along the Darbuk-Shayok-Daulat Beg Oldie road in Galwan Valley is cause of tension for the Indian army.

Chinese army strengthening its positions

They have erected around 100 tents in the Galwan Valley and they are bringing heavy equipment for construction of bunkers in the area. And it happened in last two weeks. On the Indian side, the army has resorted to “aggressive patrolling” to areas including Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldi.

Recent skirmishes

On May 5, both the armies involved into a violent face-off in eastern Ladakh and it spilled over the next day until local commanders decided to hold a meeting to disengage the troops. The Chinese army hit the Indian soldiers with iron rods, sticks and they even resorted to stone pelting in Pangong Tso lake area.

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How Do Muslims Observe Fasting In Ramzan?

“Ramzan” or “Ramadan” is taken from an Arabic word “Ramad” that means “scorchedness of the earth due to excessive heat”. And the festival of fasting stands true to its name as it is observed in the hot month of May. Also, it is surprising to see that the period of fasting remains same throughout the world.

Fasting in Ramadan

Muslim fasting is an opportunity to practice abstinence from the appetites that drive their existence. But it is voluntary fasting observed from dawn to dusk in the ninth month of the lunar Islamic calendar. Dates for the Ramadan fasting are set according to the Hijri calendar and Muslims across the observe fasts on the set dates.

History of Ramadan

The start of Ramazan fasting can be traced back to the Islamic New Year of AD 622. It was the time when Prophet Muhammad migrated from Makkah (Mecca) to Yathrib that is now known as Medina and established the first Muslim community of Ummah with his followers.

The Hijri calendar has 12 months (354 to 355 days) in a year and it moves back 11 days each year as compared to the universal Gregorian calendar based on solar movement. And for this reason, the first day of Ramadan changes according to the Hijri calendar.

Rules for fasting

Observance of fast strictly follows the movement of celestial bodies – sun and moon. Hilal is the new moon in Arabic and it has a specific importance in this holy month. The fasting follows and concludes on the sighting of this new moon. It takes a period of 29 to 30 days in completing its cycle.

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WHO Makes Harsh Vardhan Chairman Of Its Executive Board

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan is now the chairman of the 34-member World Health Organization (WHO) Executive Board. He will take charge today from Dr. Hiroki Nakatani of Japan. Harsh Vardhan has been at the forefront of India’s battle against COVID-19.

Harsh Vardhan said on his appointment

He said that he was aware that he was entering that office at a time of global crisis on account of that pandemic. At a time, when the world was aware that there would be many health challenges for in the next two decades. All those challenges demand a shared response.

Functions of WHO Executive Board

The board executes the decisions and policies of the Health Assembly. Also, it advises WHO and facilities its work. 194-nation World Health Assembly signed the proposal to appoint India’s nominee to Executive Board on Tuesday.

The 34 members of the Executive Board are designated by the elected member states of the World Health Assembly. They were elected for a three-year term. The board meets twice a year – first in January and the second time in May. The meetings are scheduled just after the Health Assembly.

India’s nomination to the Executive Board

The decision to elect India’s nominee to the executive board was taken last year when the South-East Asia group of WHO unanimously made the decision to regarding India’s nominee. Union Minister for Health Dr. Harsh Vardhan will start his three-year term at Executive Board from today.

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Prime Minister Saluted COVID-19 Warriors On National Technology Day

May 11is celebrated as National Technology Day as it was on this day in 1998 that India conducted Pokhran nuclear tests. From that day onwards, every year, 11th day of May is called National Technology Day.

PM’s address on National Technology Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi started his address for the country with praising the corona warriors including doctors, medical staff and others before moving the scientists for hailing their contribution towards the growth and development of the country.

The PM said that the scientists were leveraging technology to bring positive changes in the lives of the citizens of the country. He further said that the country remembered the landmark moment on May 11, 1998 when carried out nuclear explosions at Pokhran. The tests were conducted during the time of Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the results showed that a strong political leadership can make a difference.

He shared a number of tweets to congratulate doctors and medical staff and police personnel in their efforts in tiding the increasing cases of coronavirus infection. Also, he said that the technology will help the humankind in creating a healthier and better planet.

National Technology Day

In 1998, India carried out five nuclear tests at an underground facility in Pokhran, Rajasthan. And these tests were extremely successful. These tests established India’s capability to make nuclear bombs and use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes.

On National Technology Day, the PM hoped that the technology would help the mankind to get freedom from the deadly coronavirus infection.

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IMD Includes Gilgit-Baltistan And Muzaffarabad In Its Weather Forecast List

Cities under Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) are now included in the forecast list of Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD will mention Gilgit-Baltistan and Muzaffarabad that are part of PoK in its forecasts.

IMD eyes PoK

PoK cities are now part of area covered by the northwest division consisting of nine sub-divisions – Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi-Chandigarh-Haryana, Punjab, east Uttar Pradesh, west Uttar Pradesh, east Rajasthan and west Rajasthan.But IMD Director General M Mohapatra said that the IMD had been mentioning the PoK cities in its daily forecast since the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir since last August.

But the head of Regional Meteorological Department Kuldeep Srivastava said that the change was introduced on May 5 when after Pakistan’s Supreme Court allowed elections in PoK. The move was taken to strengthen India’s claim over PoK.

IMD takes PoK to international stage

According to internal sources, IMD wants the PoK cities to be in the list of forecasts for the RMC. Since IMD has included PoK in its daily national bulletin and local bulletin, it has the point to get these cities listed in the list of RMC.

IMD is World Meteorological Department nominated Regional Meteorological Center that releases forecasts for severe weather conditions to Pakistan, Afghanistan, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Myanmar, Nepal and Bhutan detailing forecasts for the next five days.

Pakistan is preparing to hold elections in PoK according to the directive of its Supreme Court. But India has raised objections to this move to strengthen its claim on PoK.

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How Was Parshuram Related To Lord Rama And Lord Krishna?

Some people are celebrating Parshuram Jayanti on April 25 but others will celebrate the birth of Lord Parshuram on April 26. Since Lord Parshuram was born on the Shukla Tritiya in Vaishakh month, Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated at Parshuram Jayanti. Also, it is believed that Lord Parshuram took birth in PradoshKaal. His mother was Renuka.

But some people will celebrate the Parshuram Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya on April 26 due to a difference in Parshuram Jayanti Panchag. People are asked to celebrate birth of Lord Parshuram at their homes due to lockdown.

Worship Lord Parshuram

Start early with taking bath. Clean the temple including the idol of Lord Parshuram or his picture. Offer flowers and water while chanting prayers of the Lord Parshuram. He is believed to be one of the incarnations of Vishnu that are physically present like Hanumanji and Ashwatthama. He is also called the God of Justice.

Relation with Shriram and Shri Krishna

In Tretayug, when Lord Rama broke the “shiv-dhanush”, Parshuram was worshipping on Mahendraparvat. And as soon as he heard the sound of breaking of “shiv-dhanush”, he got angry and went to that place where Shriram broke the bow. But later he bowed down to Shriram.

Shriram gave his Sudarshan Chakra and said asked him to return the chakra in Dwapar Yoga when Lord Vishnu was incarnated as Lord Shri Krishna. Parshuramji kept the Sudharshan Chakra with him until he met Shri Krishna in Dwapar and gave the chakra back to Lord Vishnu.

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How People Of India Celebrate Baisakhi?

Baisakhi 2020 will be celebrated in the lockdown state but it won’t be different from earlier times. In normal days, people used to celebrate Baisakhi with family members and friends. Today, they will celebrate the festival at home and use latest communication technology to feel togetherness.

Origin of Baisakhi

Taken from the word Baisakh, Baisakhi is the biggest festival in Punjab and Haryana. It marks end of the harvest season. On this day, melas are organized where people sing and dance to the tune of rural songs. Bhangra, the folk dance of Punjab, is quite popular in the Baisakhi dance.

Baisakhi in Kerala

In Kerala, it is called “Vishu”. And the festival starts with decoration of flowers, fruits, cereals and clothes and gold etc. The first thing the people do this day is to see the decoration. It is believed that seeing decoration will bring happiness and prosperity to their homes.

Baisakhi in Uttarakhand

In Uttarakhand, Baisakhi is celebrated as “BikhotiMahotsava”. The day starts with taking a dip in holy rivers. Also, in some parts of the state, there is a tradition to stone the symbols of demons.

Baisakhi in Assam

In Assam, people celebrate Baisakhi as “Bohag Bihu” or “Rangali Bihu”. Also, the Assamese new year starts with Baisakhi. According to traditions, it is the celebration of Vishu Sankranti (Aries Sankranti) in Baisakh month. Locally the “Bohg” festival continues for 7 days.

Baisakhi in Orissa

In Orissa, Baisakhi is known as “Mahavishuva Sankranti”. Also, it is the start of the new calendar in Orissa. The festival is celebrated by depiction of culture and civilization through folk arts.

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Happy Good Friday 2020: What Is Good And Bad About This Day?

Good Friday 2020 falls on April 10 when the entire world is under a lockdown state. But everybody is waiting for this day that has both the good and bad feelings. It is the day when Jesus Christ was crucified and Good Friday is celebrated to commemorate the life of that holy man.

What is bad about Good Friday?

Jesus Christ was crucified and as a result, he left the mortal world for his holy abode in the high skies. But the humanity on the earth lost a great leader that took the responsibility of growth and greatness of human race.

What is good about Good Friday?

Jesus Christ left for his heavenly abode leaving the human race blessed to flourish for generations to come. This day is celebrated as day of Jesus Christ when he left for heaven. People give good wishes to each other and pray for the well-being of humanity in the world.

How is Google Friday celebrated?

The day start with prayers followed by wishing Good Friday to family members, relatives, friends, neighbors and all acquaintances.In the modern day, people sand pictures through WhatsApp messages to their groups and to individual phone numbers. Some creative people even make multimedia messages on the theme of Good Friday to send their best wishes.

Religious and social organizations feed hungry people on this day. Some organizations even host health checkup camps to aware people about their health conditions. It is the day when people establish and strengthen their social contacts.

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How to Worship Bajrangbali In Lockdown State?

Traditionally the devotees used to go to temples to recite Hanuman Chalisa to worship and please Bajrangbali. But this time, people will have to worship Bajrangbali at home due to coronavirus scare. But the good thing is that you can do Bajrangbalipuja with Vidhi Vidhan at home.

Hanuman Chalisa

The text of Hanuman Chalisa is taken as a blessing by the almighty. It is said that the recitation of Hanuman Chalisa destroys fear. It is recited in temples and other places during Hanuman Jayanti. But people can recite Hanuman Chalisa at home and celebrate Hanuman Jayanti. People are asked to stay indoors due to coronavirus lockdown but they can worship Bajrangbali at their homes.

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