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Harini Amarasuriya the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

Harini Amarasuriya has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka by the newly elected president Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Sri Lanka has made a significant political change by appointing Harini Amarasuriya as the country’s new Prime Minister. She is the 16th Prime Minister and the third woman to hold the post. Previously PM post was held by two strong ladies Sirimavo Bandaranaike and Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga.

Harini Amarasuriya is a member of the National People’s Power (NPP) Party. Furthermore, she is known for her contributions to education and social justice. She has become the first educationist-politician to lead a government. Moreover, she intends to change the image and destiny of Sri Lanka. With Sri Lanka getting a new Prime Minister, new doors of development are opening for the country. The possibilities of solving the country’s problems and writing a new history of diplomatic relations with friendly countries have become stronger.

Brief Overview of Harini Amarasuriya

Harini Amarasuriya is a prominent Sri Lankan academic, social activist, and politician. She is known for her work in the areas of education, social justice, and human rights. Here’s a brief overview of her background:

Academic Career of Harini Amarasuriya:

Harini Amarasuriya earned a B.A. (Hons) in Sociology from Hindu College, University of Delhi. Afterwards, she earned an M.A. in Applied Anthropology and Development from Macquarie University. Moreover, she has done a PhD in Social Anthropology from the University of Edinburgh. After education, Harini Amarasuriya has been a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the Open University of Sri Lanka. She has been actively involved in research and teaching, with a focus on development, social policy, and the sociology of youth. Moreover, she has published widely in these fields. Her famous book is Gender and Poverty in Selected Locations in Sri Lanka.

Activism:

Beyond her academic contributions, Harini Amarasuriya is a well-known advocate for social justice, particularly in the areas of youth rights, education reform, and women’s rights. Furthermore, she has been an outspoken critic of inequalities in the Sri Lankan education system. Moreover, she has consistently highlighted the need for structural reforms.

Political Career of Harini Amarasuriya:

Harini Amarasuriya entered politics as a member of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP)-affiliated National People’s Power (NPP) movement. Afterwards, she was elected to Sri Lanka’s Parliament in the 2020 general elections. As an MP, she has been vocal about issues such as poverty, inequality, and corruption, and she represents a progressive, left-leaning political platform. And now she is the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka.

Public Image of Harini:

Amarasuriya is often regarded as a thoughtful, principled figure, dedicated to addressing the systemic issues in Sri Lankan society. Furthermore, her academic background lends credibility to her political activism. Moreover, she is respected for her clear stance on human rights and her efforts to challenge the status quo.

Anura Kumara Dissanayake the new President of Sri Lanka

Anura Kumara Dissanayake is a Sri Lankan leftist leader. He was born on 24 November 1968. Furthermore, he is the leader of Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), a party with Marxist ideology. He started his journey in politics by joining JVP in 1987 and became an MP for the first time in 2000. He also worked as a minister. Furthermore, in 2014 he became the leader of JVP. Moreover, he is known as a harsh critic, who has been questioning the policies of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Government of Sri Lanka. Dissanayake was born into a poor family. His father was a labourer. Therefore, Dissanayake is also known as a leader who raises his voice in favour of the people with low income.

It is noteworthy that in the year 2022, after massive protests, Gotabaya Rajapaksa had to step down from the post of President. A few days later, Parliament elected Wickremesinghe as the new President. From 2022 the country is facing a massive economic crisis. Now Anura Kumara is the new President of Sri Lanka. This is the first time that a leftist leader is the President of Sri Lanka. Anura took oath on the 23rd of September 2024. Afterwards, he appointed Harini Amarasuriya as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka.

September 25, 2024
Shubhankar Sarkar is now state Congress President of West Bengal

Shubhankar Sarkar is now appointed as the state Congress President of West Bengal after removing Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary. Thus the possibilities of changing the political equation of Congress in the state are also being expressed. Moreover, Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary is a staunch opponent of Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee. Unlike Adhir Choudhary, Subhankar Sarkar has been in favour of allying with the state’s ruling Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Because of this, there are chances of Congress once again getting closer to Trinamool Congress in Bengal.

The Congress high command, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, is in favour of building better relations with Mamata Banerjee. It is to maintain the unity of the opposition alliance formed against the BJP at the Centre. But, Adhir Chaudhary continued to oppose Trinamool after the 2011 Bengal Assembly elections. He continued to oppose Trinamool citing the intention of breaking the Congress and marginalizing the Congress in the state politics. Also, in opposition to Trinamool, he once contested the elections in alliance with Congress’ staunch opponent CPI(M) led Left Front, but Congress did not get any political benefit in Bengal.

Shubhankar Sarkar can adopt the 2011 policy

In 2001 and 2011, the Congress got political benefits in Bengal by contesting the assembly elections in alliance with the Trinamool Congress. But Mamata Banerjee broke the Congress and weakened it considerably after 2011. Now Congress is once again attempting to revitalize its party organization in Bengal with the assistance of Mamata Banerjee, following the 2011 policy. It is assumed that the Congress will be benefited by staying with Trinamool.

Shubhankar Sarkar is close to Rahul Gandhi. Moreover, he is one of the two people included in Rahul’s youth brigade from West Bengal. According to sources, Shubhankar has been appointed as the state president to lead the Congress in Bengal based on the policies of Rahul Gandhi.

A senior party leader said that Shubhankar Sarkar was in charge of other northeastern states including Meghalaya and Arunachal. Moreover, he demonstrated better management in Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in the Northeast. While leading Karnataka, he demonstrated superior political skills during the assembly elections there. Furthermore, Rahul Gandhi is seeing more potential in Subhanker Sarkar.

September 23, 2024
Deomali Village in Rajasthan is declared the Best Tourist Village in India

Deomali Village in Rajasthan has been declared the Best Tourist Village in India. It is a unique village in Rajasthan. Deomali village is located in Masuda tehsil of Beawar situated in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan. The Central Government will honour it by giving it an award on 27th November this year in Delhi. This good news was announced on Thursday evening.

A documentary on rural tourism focusing on Deomali village was launched by Collector Utsav Kaushal to promote tourism. The real life of the people of the village was shown in the documentary made under the direction of Bharatraj Gurjar, who was the Sub-Divisional Officer at that time. SDM Bharatraj Gurjar said that this documentary was ready in December 2023 and was sent to the ministry in January 2024. Based on the documentary, Deomali Village has been selected as the best tourist village in India.

Specialty of Deomali village

The speciality of Deomali village is not a single house that has been made of concrete. All houses are built with traditional materials like yellow soil and stones and have clay roofs. The belief is that centuries ago when Lord Devnarayan came here, he asked for a place to stay for a few days. The people of the Gurjar community said that we will live in a kutcha house, and you live in a pacca house. The villagers have been keeping the promise given at that time till today. Because of this, not a single house has been made of concrete here. However, there is no dearth of amenities in every home.

Deomali is a Gurjar-dominated village. Villagers say that Lord Devnarayan used to serve cows. Due to this, there is a lot of interest in animal husbandry in the village. Moreover, the families are based on agriculture. As soon as you roam around the village, you can see the rural environment. All the families of the village are priests of Lord Devnarayan temple.

Bhagwan Devnarayan temple in Deomali Village

The ancient temple of Lord Devnarayan is situated atop a hill in the scenic Deomali village. This sacred site attracts hundreds of thousands of pilgrims annually, who come to seek blessings and pay their respects to the revered deity. The temple’s historical significance and breathtaking surroundings make it a cherished destination for devotees and tourists alike.

It is believed that Lord Devnarayan arrived in Deomali from the Aravalli mountain range in Vikram Samvat 999. On his arrival, the mountains and stones of the village and the surrounding area bowed to one side and welcomed him. All the mountains and stones of the village appear to be inclined towards the west.

There is a belief among the villagers regarding Lord Devnarayan in Deomali that when Bhagwan Devnarayan visits the temple, it rains saffron in the temple premises as well as in the village. Due to this, yellow spots are often seen on clothes and vehicles.

This is also special in the village

There is a water channel by the name of Beela Beeli located in Deomali village. Furthermore, Villagers say that leprosy can be cured by merely bathing in its water.

The promises and rules made here are strictly followed even today in Deomali Village. The family that does not follow these rules has to suffer huge losses. Generation after generation, they are fulfilling the promises of their ancestors, due to which there is no problem. Some people in the village tried to break these rules, whose families were facing a lot of trouble. Furthermore, no one in this village eats meat or fish or drinks alcohol. Burning of neem wood and use of kerosene is also prohibited here.

How to reach Deomali Village

Deomali Village is located 8 km away from the sub-district headquarters Masuda (tehsildar office) and 63 km away from the district headquarters Ajmer. Moreover, Deomali is bordered by Beawar Tehsil to the west, Jawaja Tehsil to the east, Hurda Tehsil to the south, and Pisangan Tehsil to the north. Nearby cities to reach Deomali are Beawar, Nasirabad, Ajmer and Jaitaran. Public bus services are available from these cities to reach Deomali Village. You can also hire a car taxi to reach here. You can also reach here through your vehicles. It is situated on the National Highways number 58 and 158. There is no railway station within 10 kilometres of Deomali.

September 22, 2024
Ritika Tirkey, India’s First Tribal Woman Vande Bharat Loco-Pilot

Ritika Tirkey has been entrusted with ensuring the safe operation of the Vande Bharat Express train. Thus she became India’s first tribal woman loco-pilot. Before this Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Tata-Patna Vande Bharat Express on Sunday. This train was being operated by loco pilot SS Munda and Ritika Tirkey (27) as assistants. Ritika, from the tribal community of Jharkhand, is hailed as an icon of women empowerment and a trailblazer for the tribal society.

Champai Soren greeted Ritika Tirkey

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren posted on social media on Thursday that Ritika Tirkey is running Vande Bharat Express with full confidence. She is Jharkhand’s daughter and the country’s first woman tribal assistant loco pilot to run Vande Bharat. Furthermore, EX-CM wrote that this is the new India, in which this daughter of the tribal community is making our society and state proud with her education and talent.

Moreover, Champai Soren advised educating daughters and giving them a chance to move forward. Then only they will be able to come forward and lead the society and the country. Only then women’s empowerment will be visible on the ground.

Ritika joined Railways in 2019

Ritika Tirkey is originally from Gumla and now she lives with her husband in Jamshedpur. After obtaining a BE degree from BIT, Mesra, Ritika chose her career in Indian Railways. She joined the Chakradharpur division of South Eastern Railway (SER) in 2019 as a shunter. After that, she drove freight and passenger trains before being promoted to the rank of Senior Assistant Loco Pilot. Presently, she has the opportunity to assist in running the Vande Bharat Express.

Speaking to the media on the eve of flagging off the Vande Bharat Express, Ritika Tirkey said that she believes that women in India can achieve all their goals if they work hard. Ritika Tirkey said, “Opting for the Railways over a conventional job always felt like an adventure.” I would love to see more women pursue this as a career. Women can always lead.” Ritika said, “Yes, I am very happy to get this opportunity and I will give my best. I believe that women in India can achieve everything, provided they have the passion.”

Deepak Jha, Principal Chief Operation Manager (SER), said that Ritika Tirkey will inspire other women, including women from the tribal community, to aspire to make a career in the Railways.

September 21, 2024
Atishi Marlena Singh will now be the new CM of Delhi

Atishi Marlena Singh will now be the new CM of Delhi after Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation was submitted to LG V K Saxena yesterday evening on the 17th of September 2024. Aam Aadmi Party national convenor and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Resigned from the post of Chief Minister. After his release on bail, he announced his resignation within two days. From then onward, doubts were going on whether he would resign. Moreover, discussions were going on that who would be the next CM.

Earlier before his resignation, Arvind Kejriwal proposed the name of Atishi during the meeting of the Aam Aadmi Party Legislative Party called at the Chief Minister’s residence. After this, the MLAs unanimously approved Atishi for the post of Chief Minister. Now Atishi will take over the responsibility of the post of Chief Minister of Delhi after taking oath.

Atishi praised Kejriwal

Atishi praised Kejriwal after being selected for the post of Chief Minister. She said that if she had joined any other party, she would not have even got the election ticket. But Arvind Kejriwal not only made her an MLA but also put forward her name for the post of Minister and now Chief Minister. Atishi further said that even after this she is not at all happy. Because Kejriwal is being continuously harassed by the BJP. Moreover, the BJP is misusing the investigating agencies against him.

Atishi insisted not to congratulate her. This is the same Kejriwal, who did remarkable work towards providing better education and health to the people of Delhi. But, it is sad that Kejriwal is being harassed by BJP. But, we will keep fighting this battle.

Atishi will be the third woman CM of Delhi

Atishi will become the 17th woman CM of the country and the third woman CM of Delhi. Currently, Atishi is the MLA from Kalka. In 2020 she became an MLA. Furthermore, in 2023 she became a minister and now in 2024, she is going to become the Chief Minister of Delhi. Atishi will become the eighth Chief Minister of Delhi.

Till now, there have been seven Chief Ministers in Delhi so far. Out of these, two women Chief Ministers have taken charge. Sushma Swaraj from BJP was the first woman CM of Delhi. Afterwards, Sheila Dikshit from Congress became the Chief Minister of Delhi. Moreover, Sheila Dikshit has a record of being a woman Chief Minister for the longest period. She ruled for 15 years and 25 days.

Biography of Atishi Marlena Singh

Atishi Marlena Singh, commonly known as Atishi, is an Indian politician, educator, and member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). She was born on June 8, 1981, in New Delhi, India, to Vijay Singh and Tripta Wahi, both of whom were professors at Delhi University. Atishi’s upbringing in an academic environment significantly influenced her future career in public policy and education.

Education:

Atishi attended Springdales School in New Delhi and later graduated from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi University, with a degree in History. She then went on to pursue higher education at the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, where she completed her master’s degree in History.

Political Career:

Atishi joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) shortly after its formation in 2012. Her work in education reform became the cornerstone of her political career. She played a pivotal role as an advisor to Delhi’s Education Minister, Manish Sisodia, from 2015 to 2018. During this time, Atishi helped implement a series of landmark educational reforms in Delhi, including the transformation of government schools, the introduction of the “Happiness Curriculum,” and improvements in infrastructure and teaching standards.

Her work gained widespread recognition, and she was instrumental in reshaping the public education system in Delhi, which led to improved learning outcomes and a higher number of enrollments in government schools.

Election and Legislative Role:

In the 2019 Indian general elections, Atishi contested from the East Delhi constituency but lost to BJP’s Gautam Gambhir. Despite the defeat, she remained a prominent figure in AAP and continued her efforts in education and public policy.

In 2020, she was elected as a Member of the Delhi Legislative Assembly from the Kalkaji constituency. As a legislator, Atishi has been active in various areas such as education, health, and infrastructure. She was appointed as one of the leaders of several initiatives aimed at the upliftment of marginalized communities.

Atishi Husband, Personal Life and Ideology:

Atishi is known for her progressive views and emphasis on education as a tool for social empowerment. Her parents, known for their left-leaning ideologies, named her “Marlena,” a portmanteau of Marx and Lenin.

Praveen Singh is Atishi’s Husband. He is an educationist and researcher. Furthermore, he is associated with institutes like the Sadbhavana Institute of Public Policy. He has studied at IIT Delhi. Apart from this, Praveen has studied at IIM Ahmedabad. Moreover, he has worked in many big institutions. He has served in consultancy firms in America. After this, he got involved in social work. Praveen has been doing social work since his college days. The couple got married in 2013. They have kept their personal life relatively private, with both of them being focused on their professional and social work.

Controversies

Swati Maliwal openly criticized the selection of Atishi as CM of Delhi. She posted on X regarding her sadness. She stated that today is a very sad day for Delhi. Today, a woman is being made the Chief Minister of Delhi whose family fought a long battle to save terrorist Afzal from hanging. Moreover, Swati wrote that Atishi’s parents wrote mercy petitions to the Honorable President to save terrorist Afzal. According to Atishi’s Parents, Afzal was innocent and he was implicated in a political conspiracy. Furthermore, Swati stated that Atishi Marlena is just a ‘Dummy CM’, yet this issue is related to the security of the country. May God protect Delhi!

Earlier Swati Maliwal registered a case on Bibhav Kuma r a personal assistant to Arvind Kejriwal.

Former MLA of Aam Aadmi Party and now Vice President of the Delhi BJP Kapil Mishra said that Atishi’s family had tried to stop the hanging of terrorist Afzal. Moreover, Kejriwal is sinning imposing a Naxalite mentality on Delhi through the backdoor. Today Aam Aadmi Party is choosing a CM who never had any connection with the Anna movement and India Against Corruption. The people of Delhi will never accept a Naxalite Communist Chief Minister. Other Leaders of the BJP also stated against Atishi.

September 18, 2024
Zorawar Tank completed successfully field test.
Zorawar Tank completed successfully the first field test in the desert area of Rajasthan. Moreover, in the very first test conducted in the desert, the tank succeeded in hitting the intended target with accuracy. The trials were conducted by DRDO. With this, India’s search for a fast-armoured fighting light vehicle has now been completed. As a result, now the force of the Zorawar tank will prevail everywhere. Be it the high-altitude war zones in Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh adjacent to China or the Rann of Kutch adjacent to Pakistan.

The Zorawar Tank is a light tank developed by India’s Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE). It is designed specifically for use in high-altitude terrains like the northern borders, such as Ladakh. It is named after General Zorawar Singh, a military leader known for his campaigns in the Himalayas during the 19th century.

The Zorawar Tank is intended to strengthen India’s capability in managing the challenges posed by high-altitude conflict zones, particularly with an eye on the China border. Its development is part of India’s broader efforts to modernize its military forces.

Currently, heavy tanks deployed at the Chinese border

Currently, heavy tanks weighing 40-50 tonnes are been deployed at LAC. These tanks are Russian-origin Bhisma T90, Ajay T-72 and the main battle tank Arjun. To reach the high-altitude battle areas of Ladakh, army personnel have to pass through many passes. For that reason, it is very difficult with these heavy tanks.

Now soldiers will be able to move faster with the Zorawar Tank. Since the weight of the Zorawar Tank will be less than 25 Tonnes. Therefore these can be transported very easily at a height of 8 to 10 thousand feet. Furthermore, heavy tanks like T-72 and T-90 found it difficult to reach there.

L&T will manufacture the Zorawar Tank

L&T will manufacture 354 Zorawar tanks in collaboration with DRDO. Additionally, it will be prepared on the chassis of K-9 Vajra Self-Propelled Artie 155 mm. Moreover, the K-9 Vajra tank has also been manufactured at L&T’s plant in Hazira, Gujarat. Numerous Indian industries, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), will play a pivotal role in the development of various sub-systems.

It will take two years to test the indigenous Zoravar Tank. Moreover, the upcoming trials will include missile firing. The army will also test the tank’s performance in summer, winter, and high altitude before it can go into production. After that, it will be included in the army fleet by 2027. All these tanks will be light as well as provide better firepower and protection.

Specifications of the Zorawar Tank

The Zorawar Tank is a high-altitude, light tank developed by India, optimized for mountainous regions like Ladakh, where mobility and agility are crucial. While the full set of specifications might evolve as development progresses, based on available data and expectations, here are some key features:

1. Weight & Mobility of Zorawar Tank
- Weight: Around 25 tons or less, making it much lighter than standard battle tanks.
- Mobility: Designed for high-altitude warfare, ensuring it can operate effectively in challenging terrain and elevations. Thus this includes a focus on agility, with a good power-to-weight ratio and all-terrain mobility.
- Engine: Expected to have a high-powered engine (up to 1,000 hp) to ensure it can manoeuvre in rough terrains. Thus providing excellent speed and climbing ability.
2. Armament of Zorawar Tank
- Primary Weapon: Likely to be a 105mm gun or a 30mm cannon, suitable for engaging light and medium armoured vehicles as well as infantry positions.
- Secondary Armament: Co-axial machine guns, possibly a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine gun for infantry support.
- Anti-tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs): Provision to fire-guided missiles, extending its effective range and armor-penetration capability.
3. Protection
- Armour: Lightweight composite armour to ensure high mobility without compromising on essential protection. Therefore the armour would likely be modular, allowing upgrades.
- Active Protection Systems (APS): Likely equipped with APS to defend against incoming anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) and rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs).
- Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA): Potential to add ERA for additional protection against high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT) rounds.
4. Electronics & Communication
- Fire Control System (FCS): A modern FCS with laser rangefinders, thermal imagers, and night-vision capabilities for all-weather, day-night operation.
- Situational Awareness: Sensors and cameras provide 360-degree visibility.
- Battle Management Systems (BMS): Integrated with India’s military communication network to coordinate with other units, drones, and command centres.
5. Operational Altitude
- The tank is specially engineered to operate effectively at altitudes of up to 15,000 feet or more. Thus maintaining performance in low-oxygen environments that is critical for high-altitude warfare.
6. Crew
- Expected to have a crew of 3 or 4 (commander, gunner, driver, loader).
7. Variants
- The Zorawar platform is likely to have multiple variants. That include reconnaissance, anti-aircraft, or command post versions, to support a variety of battlefield roles.
8. Range and Endurance
- Fuel capacity allows for extended operational range to support sustained operations in remote areas.
- High endurance in terms of autonomous operation time.
These specifications aim to make the Zorawar Tank a formidable asset for India’s armed forces in challenging high-altitude scenarios, particularly along the northern borders.
September 14, 2024
Gayatri Rathore conducted surprise inspection late night

Gayatri Rathore conducted a surprise inspection at Zanana Hospital and Women’s Hospital at Sanganeri Gate late Thursday night. Gayatri Rathore is the Chief Government Secretary of the Medical and Health Department. She gave instructions to improve health services further and make them patient-friendly.

Mrs Gayatri Rathore left her office at around 8.30 pm and suddenly reached Zanana Hospital and reached the Women’s Hospital at around 9.30 pm. She visited various units including the general ward, ICU, labour room, and NICU and took stock of the health facilities there. Senior doctors were also present during the night as per their shifts. Additional Director of Academic Medical Education Dr. Rashmi Sharma was also present during the inspection.

Instruction given by Gayatri Rathore

Gayatri Rathore instructed the doctors and other health workers present on the spot that there should be no shortage of treatment for the patients. She instructed that the patients arriving in an emergency should receive immediate treatment.

The Chief Government Secretary gave instructions to further improve the cleanliness system in the hospital. She said that there should be regular monitoring of cleanliness. Moreover, arrangements should be made for separate toilets for male and female doctors and health workers.

Mrs Gayatri Rathod expressed satisfaction with the arrangements of the ICU in the women’s hospital. She gave instructions to complete the ongoing construction work soon.

Instruction for security

Mrs. Gayatri Rathore instructed that the security arrangements in the hospital be further strengthened. She said that an adequate number of guards should be deployed in the hospital. Moreover, Women’s hospitals should appoint as many female guards as possible. Furthermore, the hospital should monitor and control the entry of unauthorized individuals. Additionally, she instructed that High-capacity CCTV cameras should be installed at all sensitive places.

She directed to ensure that an energy audit of all hospitals is also done. Maintenance of electrically operated equipment should be done in hospitals from time to time. Furthermore, she instructed that electrical wires should be arranged in an organized manner on the premises.

Biography of Gayatri Rathore

Gayatri Rathore is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer belonging to the 1994 batch of the Rajasthan cadre. She is an accomplished academic, holding degrees in fields relevant to public administration and governance. Known for her proactive approach and policy-driven governance, Rathore emphasizes transparency, accountability, and efficient administration. Moreover, she is Known for her dedication and efficiency, she has served in various capacities throughout her career.

Career Highlights

Over her tenure in the IAS, she has held several important roles in different departments such as education, finance, social justice, and rural development. She is known for her emphasis on implementing developmental projects that impact social welfare, rural development, and tourism promotion. Furthermore, her work in the tourism sector of Rajasthan has been significant in enhancing the state’s cultural tourism offerings.

Overall, Gayatri Rathore has been recognized for her contributions to public service and development initiatives in Rajasthan.

September 13, 2024
Tarang Shakti excercise will be observed today.
Tarang Shakti Exercise is happening at Jodhpur Air Force Station and is now in its final phase. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will reach Jodhpur today on Thursday at 11 am to observe the Tarang Shakti exercise. The Defence Minister will also inaugurate the Defence Aviation Expo organized from 12 to 14 September at Jodhpur Air Force Station.

Sarang Joined Tarang Shakti

On the other hand, Indian Air Force’s helicopter aerobatic team Sarang reached Jodhpur directly from Egypt on Wednesday. Sarang’s 5 helicopters have arrived. Sarang team had gone to Egypt to participate in the International Air Show from 3 to 5 September. Because of this, Sarang could not attend the open day of the exercise in Jodhpur on 7th September.

Moreover, Sarang will be performed with the Suryakiran team on Thursday. Suryakiran, Sarang, indigenous Tejas fighter aircraft and Sukhoi-30 will perform in front of the Defence Minister, the three Chiefs of Army Staff of India and the Chiefs of Foreign Air Forces.

People of Jodhpur will also be able to watch the big aerobatic Tarang Shakti exercise from the rooftops of their homes at 11 am.

The foreign Air Force Chiefs will also reach Jodhpur.

Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari will arrive in Jodhpur on Thursday morning. Moreover, the air force chiefs of the seven major countries participating in the exercise are likely to visit Jodhpur. Air Force teams from America, Japan, Australia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, UAE and Greece are participating in Tarang Shakti.

The US Air Force Chief will fly India’s indigenous fighter aircraft Tejas. Furthermore, Chiefs of other countries will also fly with Tejas. Moreover,16 countries are participating in the exercise as observers. Air Force Chiefs of some of these 16 countries may also attend on Thursday.

DRDO’s power in Defense Expo

A glimpse of self-reliant India will be seen at the Defense Aviation Expo. It will showcase technology developed by Defense Laboratories (DRDO), the country’s MSME sector and start-ups. Key startups will showcase technologies like RF guns, high-altitude pseudo satellites, loitering ammunition, air-launched flexible assets, AR and VR for training, and smart glasses to counter unmanned aerial threats.

What is the Tarang Shakti exercise?

Tarang Shakti is a large-scale multinational air exercise hosted by the Indian Air Force. The exercise involves various aerial combat scenarios, including air-to-air combat, air-to-ground strikes, and search and rescue operations. Moreover, Tarang Shakti exercise is designed to enhance interoperability, cooperation, and understanding among participating nations.

Key features of Tarang Shakti:

Multinational participation: Air forces from several countries participate in the Tarang Shakti exercise. Thus it is for showcasing their capabilities and fostering international collaboration.

Advanced aircraft and weaponry: The exercise features a wide range of modern fighter jets, bombers, transport aircraft, and aerial refuelling tankers.

Complex scenarios: Participants engage in realistic combat simulations to test their skills and tactics in challenging environments.

Knowledge exchange: The exercise provides an opportunity for air forces to learn from each other, share best practices, and improve their capabilities.

Tarang Shakti is a significant event in the Indian Air Force’s calendar, demonstrating India’s commitment to regional and global security.

What is the purpose of the Tarang Shakti exercise?

The Tarang Shakti exercise serves several key purposes:
1. Enhance Interoperability: It aims to improve coordination and cooperation among participating air forces, ensuring that they can work effectively together in multinational operations.
2. Foster Regional Security: The exercise helps to strengthen regional security by demonstrating the capabilities and commitment of participating nations to maintaining peace and stability.
3. Showcase Military Prowess: It provides a platform for participating air forces to showcase their advanced aircraft, weaponry, and combat skills.
4. Promote International Relations: The exercise fosters diplomatic ties and strengthens relationships between participating countries.
5. Train for Real-World Scenarios: By simulating complex combat scenarios, the exercise prepares air forces for potential real-world threats and challenges.
Overall, Tarang Shakti is a valuable tool for enhancing military capabilities, promoting regional cooperation, and maintaining peace and security.
September 12, 2024
Nonera Dam the first ERCP dam in Rajasthan is ready

Nonera Dam the first ERCP dam in Rajasthan started yesterday on the 8th of September 2024. The testing work of water filling in Nonera Dam started on Sunday. The testing work will continue till September 12. It is the first dam of the Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project.

Nonera Dam, which has a filling capacity of 226 meters, had received more than 217 meters of water by the evening. There is a continuous inflow of water into the river, due to which the water level of the dam is increasing. On average the water level is increasing by half a meter an hour. Furthermore, the team of engineers from the Water Resources Department remained on the spot and examined each gate. During this period, the water filling level, submergence area and gates of the dam were tested. A total of 226 million cubic meters of water will be stored in the Nonera Dam.

Barod Bridge submerged on the first day

Chambal Dheepri culvert connecting State Highway 70 drowned as soon as the gates of the dam were closed. Traffic here was stopped on Saturday before the gates of the dam were closed. Moreover, the police administration has closed the road to the culvert by placing barricades and police personnel have been deployed for security.

After the increase in the inflow of water into the dam, the administration has declared a high alert in the submerged area. Trainee IAS officer Nayan Gautam said that the villages falling in the submergence area are being monitored by the formed teams of Halka Patwari and village development officers.

21 districts will benefit from the Nonera Dam

From Nonera Dam, water will reach 158 dams-ponds and other water sources of the state. Apart from small and big dams, ponds and other water sources will also be included in the newly prepared DPR for 21 districts by the Water Resources Department.

Water will be supplied to Bisalpur and Isarda through the canal from Nonera Dam. A canal system and pumping station will be built at Ramgarh Barrage, Mahalpur Barrage and a pumping station on the Mej River. Moreover, the canal system and pumping station at Nonera will be built.

Besides this, a 2.6-kilometer-long tunnel will also be built, which will be 12 meters wide. Its cost has been estimated to be around Rs 9600 crore. Homework for the second phase also started. Moreover, testing of the dam has started and water is coming in as expected. Monitoring is being done through the SCADA system. Furthermore, testing work is going on smoothly.

Details of the Nonera Dam

Anil Yadav of the Water Resources Department is the Executive Engineer of the Nonera Dam.

The dam has 27 radiant gates.

The total length of the Nonera Dam is 1404 meters.

Annual water inflow – 1039 million cubic meters.

Filling capacity – 226.65 million cubic meters. The current fill level is 217 meters.

Reserved for drinking water – 54.00 million cubic meters

The catchment area is 24,668 square km

September 9, 2024
Barmer Collector and ADM both will be now women.

Barmer Collector and ADM both will be now women. A unique coincidence will happen for the first time in Barmer. The Personnel Department has released the transfer list of 108 Indian Administrative Service and 386 Rajasthan Administrative Service officers. Now the administrative command of Barmer has been handed over to women.

IAS Topper Tina Dabi has been appointed to the post of Barmer Collector. Similarly, Barmer Additional District Collector Hareetima has been appointed. In such a situation, now both Barmer Collector and ADM will be women. Although Veena Pradhan has been a woman collector in Barmer in the past, the ADM will be a woman for the first time.

Barmer Collector joined duty

IAS Tina Dabi took charge on Saturday as Barmer Collector. She reached Barmer on Friday evening, where the administrative officials at the Circuit House welcomed her. Tina Dabi is the IAS topper of the 2015 batch and was selected from the first rank.

Tina Tabi was given the responsibility of the post of Jaisalmer District Collector for the first time after being selected in IAS. This is the second posting of IAS Tina Dabi on the post of Collector. Before this, Tina Dabi held the Additional Collector post in Ajmer and SDM in Bhilwara. Presently she was posted as Commissioner in EGS Jaipur. She is also very active on social media and is popular. He also has millions of followers on social media.

She replaced Nishant Jain. Previous Barmer Collector Nishant Jain has been appointed Secretary in JDA Jaipur.

RAS Hareetima will join as ADM Barmer

RAS Hareetima was born on the 30th of September 1976 at Tonk. She was posted in Jodhpur as a Secretory, Jodhpur Development Authority. After joining RAS she went under training at HCM Ripa, Jaipur from 18th August 2011 to 24th February 2012. After that, RAS Hareetima was posted as Assistant Collector and Executive Magistrate under training in Tonk. She served in tonk from 27th February 2012 to 10th October 2012. Then RAS Hareetima was posted at Taranagar, Churu as a Sub-Divisional Officer. She remained there till 2016. Later she was transferred to Nohar in the Hanumangarh District as Sub-divisional Officer.

Barmer ADM Haritima has been sent to Barmer from the Jodhpur Development Authority. Whereas Barmer ADM Rajendra Singh has again been sent to Balotra.

Five SDMs of the Barmer district have also been changed.

In the transfers of Rajasthan Administrative Service officers, five SDMs of Barmer district have also been changed. Veeramaram, Chauhatan Bhawani Singh Charan, Shiv Hari Singh Charan, Sedwa Badrinarayan, and Dhorimanna Kaluram Kumhar have been appointed to the post of Barmer SDM.

September 8, 2024

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