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Karnataka Cultural and Literary Society Inauguration on May 28

Karnataka Samskrutika – Sahitya Parishat is set to be inaugurated on May 28 in Mysore/Mysuru. The event is scheduled to be launched by the State President Savitha Shastri at 10.30 am in the Town Hall. Melukote Vangeepura Mutt’s Sri Ilai Alwar Swamiji will grace the function, and social worker Dr. Raghuram Vajapayee will inaugurate. The inaugural ceremony will be accompanied by a series of cultural programmes and a free eye-check-up camp by Annapoorna Eye Hospital from 10.30 am to 2 pm. Shreshta Kala Sevaratna Rajya Prashasti and Shreshta Nagarika Sevaratna Rajya Prashasti will also be awarded to achievers. Further, mothers of martyr soldiers, women civic workers and transgenders will be honored in the ceremony.

Karnataka Samskrutika – Sahitya Parishat is a non-profit organization, which focuses on bringing together different literary works, performing arts, and cultural activities throughout Karnataka. The organization is based in Mysore/Mysuru and has been engaged in activities that are aimed at promoting traditional art and literature for the last 70 years. The Parishat has also been organizing conferences and workshops, cultural programmes, writing competitions, and other creative activities to engage and promote the culture of the state as well as its art, literature, and language.

Savitha Shastri has been at the helm of Karnataka Samskrutika – Sahitya Parishat as its State President since 2018. Coming from an educational background in humanities, Savitha has a vision for protecting and promoting the culture of Karnataka. She has been focusing on introducing new projects and activities for the benefit of the people and society. She is also the owner of i-ACLS India Pvt. Ltd, a software development company located in Mysore/Mysuru.

Through the inaugural ceremony of Karnataka Samskrutika – Sahitya Parishat on May 28, Savitha Shastri aims to create a platform for like-minded people to come together to share their knowledge, create new opportunities, and build a strong foundation for the culture of Karnataka.

Uttar Pradesh Becomes Prime Investment Spot for Industry: CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently addressed the eighth meeting of the NITI Aayog’s Governing Council to discuss the achievements of Uttar Pradesh under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Reform, Perform, and Transform” mantra. CM Adityanath stated that UP has become the “dream destination” for industrial investment in India. Adityanath outlined seven accomplishments of UP in fields such as MSMEs, women’s safety, infrastructure development, health, and nutrition.

Adityanath highlighted how Uttar Pradesh, the largest consumer and labour market with a population of 25-crore, holds abundant natural resources, fertile plains, and large rivers such as Ganga, Yamuna, and Saryu. With the Prime Minister’s instruction, citizens are working to create a developed India with “Panchpran” today. Keeping this in mind, the state government has shown zero tolerance towards crime and corruption in order to grow into a trillion dollar economy.

The CM discussed the success of UP’s Global Investors Summit-2023, which has already signed more than 22,000 MoUs worth Rs. 35 lakh crore. This investment is set to create more than 1 crore job opportunities. Uttar Pradesh also became the first state to be awarded the prize from Central Government for successful implementation of Integrated Crisis Support System for women safety.

Infrastructure wise, UP is developing the expressway and already has three operational international airports, with two more under construction in Ayodhya and Noida. State capital region has also been planned for better development. Furthermore, 4,094 compliances out of 40 departments have been downsized, 577 compliances removed under the decriminalization bracket, and 947 acts/rules/regulations have been abolished.

For health and nutrition, there has been significant progress in controlling communicable diseases, namely JE and AES in eastern UP. Also, over 21.40 lakh poor people have been treated under the Ayushman Bharat scheme while 1 crore families have been distributed Ayushman Cards.

Overall, Uttar Pradesh has seen its fair share of success in various fields under CM Yogi Adityanath’s government. This, in combination with other central government initiatives, has turned UP into the top destination for industrial investment in India.

Telangana CM Alleges Centre Restricting Government Functioning with Ordinance

After Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal met Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao on Saturday, the latter raised a protest against the Centre’s ordinance on control over administrative services in the national capital. Rao said that the Centre is hindering the state governments from properly functioning. Rao also compared the current situation to the 1975 Emergency period imposed by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He then boldly demanded PM Narendra Modi to withdraw the ordinance immediately. The Telangana CM even threatened to use all of the strength in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha to counter the ordinance if it is not withdrawn.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader was accompanied by his Punjab counterpart Bhagwant Mann and AAP MPs Sanjay Singh and Raghav Chadha. Kejriwal was in Hyderabad was part of his nationwide tour to seek support against the ordinance in order to bring justice to the people of Delhi. He sought support in particular from Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). Chief Minister Rao’s support provided immense strength to Kejriwal and his party.

The ordinance, the Union government issued on May 19, aimed at rules for the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) concerning transfer posting, vigilance, and other matters. This overrides the Supreme Court judgement in the Centre vs Delhi case.

The Union government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi sets the central law and policy which will affect the state governments in India. Its current ordinance, concerning the administrative services in Delhi, has been met with much disapproval. It is paramount for the Centre to keep in mind the need for autonomy of state governments. Allowing them to operate freely without any external interference is necessary for the proper functioning of any democracy. It remains to be seen if PM Modi will take action on the matter and withdraw the ordinance.

G20 Participants Discuss Combating Corruption in India

The G20 Working Group recently held its second meeting in Rishikesh, India, where representatives from member countries, invited nations, and international organizations agreed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of anti-corruption measures and combat the scourge. The debates were intense and productive, covering various topics, such as recovery of assets related to corruption, apprehension of fugitive economic criminals, and strengthening formal and informal channels of information sharing. Furthermore, participants discussed institutional frameworks for combating corruption, as well as measures for mutual legal assistance.

India is poised to host the third meeting of the G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group in August in Kolkata. In addition, the first Anti-Corruption Ministerial Meeting, organized to further support G20’s agenda, will also take place in India.

The G20 is an international forum for the governments and central bank governors from 20 major economic powers, founded in 1999. The annual meetings facilitate discussion and negotiations regarding vital global matters, such as economic modernization, employment, energy, financial regulation, and even international trade. The G20 has long recognized the devastating effects of corruption and actively embraces initiatives and discussions relevant to the combatting of it by participating countries.

Kamal Haasan Requests Opposing Parties to Reconsider Boycott in Light of Parliament Construction Speculation

Kamal Haasan has called on opposition parties to reconsider boycotting the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s inauguration of the new Parliament building on May 28. Haasan said that the political disagreements can wait for a day and asked them to remember that there’s more that unites us than divides us.

The Makkal Needhi Maiam chief stated that he disagreed with President Droupadi Murmu not being invited to the event, but asked the opposition to join for the sake of national unity. A total of 21 political parties have called for a boycott. Haasan asked the Prime Minister to explain why the President shouldn’t be attending and to rectify what is being seen as an oversight.

Calling the new Parliament building a symbol of national pride, the actor-politician asked them to make the inauguration an occasion of national unity.

PM Modi laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building on December 10, 2020, and it has been built with quality construction and record time.

For the sake of the nation, Haasan hopes that this moment of national pride is celebrated by all as a unified front in India, and not be politically divisive.

Centre’s Ordinance in Delhi Administration Draws Criticism from Kejriwal

On Saturday, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann met with Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao in Pragathi Bhavan to seek his support against the ordinance introduced by the Central Government. Kejriwal strongly critized the ordinance, which has been issued against the orders of the Supreme Court, for obstructing Delhi’s administration.

Kejriwal expressed his gratitude to the Telangana CM for his assistance on behalf of the people of Delhi. The Chief Minister recalled how former CM Sheila Dikshit had control over service-related matters in the past and that the order of the Supreme Court was being ignored by the BJP-led government. This, according to him, insulted the people of Delhi.

While criticizing the BJP for using CBI and ED to threaten and topple non-BJP governments, Kejriwal urged all non-BJP parties to unite and effectively challenge the party. In his opinion, the people of India must defeat the Modi government to protect their freedom. Punjab CM Bhagwantman expressed similar sentiments and added that the NATO Aayog meeting was merely a formality and lacked any meaningful purpose.

The company mentioned in this article is the BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party). Founded in 1980 by Atal Bihari Vajpayee and LK Advani, the BJP has been one of the two major political parties in India. Through its nationalist and Hindu nationalist ideological stance, the party is known for policies that put forward its definition of Indian society, culture, and politics. The BJP currently holds a majority in the Indian government and is popularly referred to as the ruling party.

The person mentioned in this article is Arvind Kejriwal. A former bureaucrat, Kejriwal is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of Delhi. He is the founder of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), a socio-political movement that promotes social welfare over political ideology. He is well-known for his campaign against corruption in India and has focused on bringing transparency in the education and healthcare sector. Kejriwal has been lauded for his policy decisions, especially the move to improve and control air pollution in the National Capital Region.

Internet Suspension Extended by Manipur Government till May 31

The Manipur government has extended the suspension of internet services in the mountainous state till May 31 in view of the recent violence that has occurred. Manipur’s Commissioner of Home, H. Gyan Prakash, issued the order stating that the Director General of Police reported that incidents such as arson of houses and premises were still occurring, necessitating the extension of the internet suspension. The notification also noted that there was fear that anti-social elements may use social media platforms to spread images, hate speech, and hate videos, worsening the law and order situation across the state.

The internet suspension has caused an increase in the problems already faced by the people of Manipur due to the shutdown of essential items, transport fuel, and life-saving drugs, along with disturbances in banking and ATM facilities. The Manipur Congress, media outlets, and various other organisations have been demanding the immediate restoration of internet service in the state.

In response to the recent escalation of violence, the Army, in collaboration with the Assam Rifles, has launched large-scale combing operations in vulnerable areas, as well as the high reaches of Imphal valley. These operations are part of the overall efforts to restore peace and normalcy to Manipur. Last night, the Army and Assam Rifles were also able to save lives during a search in Churachandpur and Imphal East districts, successfully tracking down any armed insurgents operating in the region.

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H Gyan Prakash is the Commissioner of Home of Manipur. He issued an order extending the suspension of internet services till May 31 in light of the recent violence and the possibility of anti-social elements spreading hate content.

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The Indian Army and Assam Rifles have launched large search operations in order to restore peace and order in Manipur. They are utilising the latest technology, weapons, equipment, and other force multipliers extensively in order to track down any armed insurgents in the Forested, remote, and mountainous areas. Last night, these forces also saved many lives in Churachandpur and Imphal East.

Baba Ramdev appeals to Wrestlers to Not March Towards Inauguration Day Parliament Building

Baba Ramdev has called for the protesting wrestlers to reconsider marching towards the new Parliament Building on the day of its inauguration. The wrestlers have planned a Mahila Mahapanchayat in front of the new Parliament Building on May 28 and were preparing to march peacefully to it earlier that morning. However, Ramdev urged the wrestlers to not partake in any activity that would dishonor the Parliament. He reminded the protesting wrestlers of the struggles their elders faced for the nation’s independence and the sacrifice of those that gave their lives, emphasizing the importance of respecting the democracy found within the walls of the Parliament. Ramdev’s appeal came after 21 opposition parties had announced that they would be boycotting the official inauguration of the new Parliament Building scheduled for the same day.

The wrestlers, led by Vinesh Phogat, had filed a petition to the Supreme Court accusing the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of alleged sexual harassment, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was consequently formed by the Delhi Police. In response, the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports formed an ad-hoc committee that has been charged with conducting the elections for the Executive Committee of the WFI and managing its day-to-day affairs.

In response to Ramdev’s plea, the protesting wrestlers are yet to issue a statement. As the inauguration is fast approaching, only time will tell how the wrestlers stand in light of the Baba’s words.

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) is the governing body for professional wrestling in India. It is responsible for managing the Indian team’s participation in international wrestling tournaments and tournaments in the country. Founded in 1973, the organization has become one of the most successful and recognized in sports in India. Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh is the president of the WFI and a Member of Parliament in the 17th Lok Sabha. He has been credited with increasing the visibility of wrestling and spearheading the development of new programs for wrestling in the country.

India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Drop to USD 593.48 Billion in May

India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by 6.05 billion US dollars during the week ended May 19, representing the first decrease after three consecutive weeks where the reserves saw a rise. The overall reserves now stand at 593.48 billion US dollars, according to the latest data released by India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India.

The decline follows a surge of 3.55 billion US dollars in the reserves recorded the previous week ended May 12. This affirms the volatility of the Indian currency market, despite its tightening economic policies and attempt to keep inflation in check.

The Reserve Bank of India, established in 1935 and based in Mumbai, is India’s central banking authority having the sole authority of issuing currency and managing the country’s monetary policy. This includes maintaining the price stability, balancing the overall outlook of the financial system, and ensuring reservations of foreign currency.

Meanwhile, Shaktikanta Das, India’s finance secretary, has called for an urgent and multilateral discussion to address the mounting global economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic. This call for action was made as part of the G20 Dialogue, attended by finance ministers from a number of major countries. He has promised that India will play an active role in resolving the crisis together with the other countries.

Allama Iqbal Dropped from Delhi University BA Syllabus

At the 1014th Academic Council meeting of the University of Delhi on Friday, the Vice Chancellor Yogesh Singh put forward a proposal to drop the syllabus dedicated to the national poet of Pakistan, Allama Iqbal. He said that someone who had a fundamental hand in the partition of India has no place in the syllabus and that the university should instead focus their energy on exploring the teachings of national heroes. The proposal was accepted unanimously by the House, marking the end of Allama Iqbal’s era in the syllabus of the University of Delhi.

The syllabuses of various courses under the Undergraduate Curriculum Framework (UGCF) 2022 were discussed during the meeting. The Vice Chancellor also advocated the inclusion of the works of Bhimrao Ambedkar, Mahatma Gandhi and Swami Vivekananda in the syllabus, along with the idea of exploring the economic theories of BR Ambedkar, Indian Economic Model, US Model and so on. The approval of the Tribal Studies Center as well as Savitribai Phule to be featured in the curriculum was also granted in the meeting.

The University of Delhi is one of India’s premier institutions, offering courses that suit the New Education Policy. Established in 1922 as a teaching and research college, today it is a multi-faculty university with 16 faculties and 86 academic departments. It is located in the capital of India, New Delhi, and is a leading institute for higher education. The University of Delhi has always been known for its uncompromising academic standards, teaching excellence, and research output.