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Jaisalmer Desert Festival: Know details, significance and specialty

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Three days before the full moon, Jaisalmer Desert Festival takes place in the Hindu month of February.

Every February, the Jaisalmer Desert Festival takes place. It occurs in the Hindu month of February, three days before the full moon. Thus, the Sam Dunes in the Thar Desert are where the festival is held, in between the stunning dunes. The romantic setting in the desert comes to life during the three-day fiesta of desert delights. The celebration goes on for two days. where people find delights in the desert.

Thus, the origins and folklore of the Jaisalmer desert festival are not widely known. According to the Hindu scripture, Lord Krishna, the head of the Yadav community, informed Arjuna, one of the Pandavas, that a Yadav would establish his empire on Trikuta Hill. However, the prophecy exclaimed by Lord Krishna was found in the year 1196, after Rawal Jaiswal, a member of the Yadav family, founded his empire in Jaisalmer. 

The whole kingdom organized festivities as word spread of the fulfillment of the prophecy. Finally, the people around took an interest in the place. The events quickly turned into a festival that is now held annually.

The Desert Festival in Jaisalmer includes a lot of interesting things. According to reports from the authorities, the main attraction of the Desert Festival in Jaisalmer this year will be the presence of various Bollywood celebrities. Visitors will be taking part in the cultural extravaganza at the Jaisalmer Desert Festival in 2023. Thus, it would be the stage for various authentic Rajasthani activities, such as a camel polo game, a mustache competition, an enchanting Ghoomar dance, etc. Including a desert safari, a shopping spree, and much more.

Thus, if one is willing to indulge themselves in the beauty of Rajasthan, then the Desert Festival is the event for you.

Nikki Haley, an Indian to be US presidential candidate for 2024

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Nikki Haley, former UN ambassador, US, and two-term governor of South Carolina, is reportedly to declare her candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.

Nikki Haley will begin the campaign on February 15 in Charleston, South Carolina. After Donald Trump declared his presidential candidacy in November, Haley emerged as the second most prominent Republican contender.

Thus, the third Indian American to run for president would be Nikki Haley. Haley inherits Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, whose 2015 campaign never really took off. Kamala Harris, the current Vice President, is an Indian American who ran for President in 2020.

Nikki Haley gained a reputation as a business-friendly leader who prioritized luring large corporations to the state while serving as governor of South Carolina. Plus, she rose to national notoriety because of her efforts to stop the Confederate flag from flying above the state house in Columbia after the racially motivated mass massacre at Charleston’s Emanuel AME Church in 2015.

Additionally, it would occur after Haley said in 2021 that she would support Trump once more and would not run against her former employer in a 2024 election.

However, Haley has been making frequent allusions to their candidacy for president. In a January interview with Fox News, she said that she may eventually succeed President Obama.

World Wetlands Day: The significance, theme, and background of the day

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Happy world wetlands day 2023

Every year on February 2nd, World Wetlands Day is commemorated to promote awareness of the value of wetlands to both humans and the environment.

People worldwide celebrate World Wetlands Day to promote awareness of the critical function that wetlands play for both people and the environment every year on February 2. The theme of World Wetlands Day in 2023 is “Wetlands Restoration.” It emphasizes how vital it is to give wetland restoration priority.

Therefore, every year on February 2nd, World Wetlands Day is observed to bring attention to the crucial function that wetlands provide in our environment. “It’s Time for Wetlands Restoration” is the topic for World Wetlands Day 2023 this year.

Wetlands are among the planet’s most productive and diverse ecosystems, and they offer both people and animals essential services and resources. Thus, wetlands are essential, yet they are vanishing at a startling rate. Plus, more than half of the world’s wetlands have disappeared in the past century, and many species that depend on these environments are now endangered.

Thus, the adoption of the agreement on wetlands on February 2, 1971, at Ramsar, an Iranian city, is remembered as “World Wetlands Day.”

Wetlands are essential for sustaining a variety of biodiversity and numerous ecological cycles in nature. Therefore, it is crucial for water purification and flood control, offers a habitat for plant and animal species, and helps local economies.

Wetlands Day is celebrated to guarantee that wetland restoration measures are done in the future to maintain ecosystems and to raise awareness. To this end, numerous events, educational seminars, awareness campaigns, workshops, and conferences are organized worldwide.

The highlights of Budget 2023

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Budget session 2023

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2023, the Final budget of the government before the general elections in 2024

The budget session for 2023 is “Amritkal’s” first budget. Thus, this budget aims to expand on the framework established by the previous one and the design created for “India@100”. However, despite the epidemic, 7% economic growth is anticipated for the current year. The Indian economy has gained more power and is on the right path.

“Saptarishi”: Seven major objectives for the Union budget, identified by the finance minister in the budget session.

In order of importance: inclusive development, closing the gap, infrastructure, investment, releasing potential, green growth, youth power, and the financial sector.

  • The session covered the subject of a knowledge-based, technology-driven economy with healthy public finances and a booming financial sector. It is part of our vision for the Amrit Kaal. Thus, it is crucial to accomplish this “janbhagidari” by “sab ka saath, sab ka prayaas.”
  • The budget discusses the essential participation of tourism. Therefore, with the active involvement of governments and PPPs, mission-mode tourism promotion initiatives would be undertaken.
  • Agricultural areas were also touched. The goal for agricultural financing would be raised to Rs 20 lakh crore, with an emphasis on dairy, fisheries, and animal husbandry. To further assist people interested in fishing, the government plans to launch a sub-scheme under the PM Matsya Sampada Yojana with a Rs 6,000 crore investment.
  • Today, the budget session discussed whether the Indian Institute of Millet Research in Hyderabad would be promoted as an excellence center for sharing best practices at an international level. Thus, India is the world’s largest producer and second-largest exporter of Shree Anna.
  • Along with the 157 medical colleges that have been open since 2015, 157 new nursing colleges will open.  
  • In the budget, railway development was discussed. 2.4 lakh crore in capital expenditures. The investment in 2013–2014 is nine times more than in the recent union budget. 
  • New technologies, such as artificial intelligence, were also discussed. In prestigious academic institutions, three centers of excellence in artificial intelligence will be created for the promotion of new and advanced technology.
  • Not only this, but the National Digital Library for Children and Adults will be established to facilitate the accessibility of high-quality books across platforms, languages, and genres. 
  • The Center’s capital goal for 2023–24 is Rs 10 lakh crore, which is 33% more than the budget projection of Rs 7.5 lakh crore for 2022–23, according to the budget session.
  • “Eklavaya Model Residential Schools”, was one of the topics that were discussed in the budget session. It serves 3.5 lacs, tribal kids, and the center will hire 38,800 teachers and support personnel staff over the next three years.
  • One of the topics was how public agencies will be able to use the Urban Infrastructure Development Fund, which will be created through the priority sector lending deficit and administered by the National Housing Bank, to build urban infrastructure in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
  • PAN will be utilized as the universal identity for all digital systems of the designated government agencies, simplifying the KYC procedure.
  • Budget sessions included states’ and UTs’ encouragement to promote alternative fertilizers, and there will be a presentation on the Program for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment, and Improvement of Earth.
  • Thus to change 42 essential pieces of legislation and unlock the potential of our economy, the Jan Vishwas Bill has been proposed.

The oldest “marine crocodile” fossils have been found in the new research

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In a recent study, researchers discovered one of the oldest crocodile fossils, a thalattosuchian, an ancient cousin of the crocodile family

A group of paleontologists discovered the “marine crocodile,” one of the oldest ancient crocodile fossils.

Taylor and Francis published the research.

Pathologists in the United Kingdom discovered the Turnersuchus hingleyae fossils, which included the backbone, head, and limbs.

Thus, the recently found fossils of Turnersuchus hingleyae are the only complete Thalattosuchian of this age. Dated back to the early Jurassic, Pliensbachian era, which was around 185 million years ago, and is the only complete Thalattosuchian of this age. According to research published in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology, a new fossil was found. Therefore, it fills a gap in the fossil record and shows that Turnersuchus, Thalattosuchians, and other crocodile-like species may have devolved around 15 million years earlier than previously thought.

It is conceivable that the discovered fossils bear a resemblance to the current gharial crocodiles because of their comparatively long, narrow snouts. However, the researchers have claimed that thalattosuchians may have a similar skull base as the Gharials, but both of them are structured differently.

Thus, the area of the skull where the jaw muscles are located was especially huge in the species, indicating that they possessed expanded jaw muscles that allowed for quick and large bites. Given that most of their food was likely fast-moving fish and cephalopods like squids and octopuses, this would have been helpful for their health.

Chambal: Once cursed by Draupadi, this river reminds of Maharabharat. Know why?

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Do you know Chambal River flowing through Rajasthan and MP was once known as Charmawati river and was cursed by Draupadi during Maharabhat era?

This river basically comes with a mythological background to it, and has an interesting milieu of events and stories.

As per legends, the river originated from the blood of thousands of animals who were killed by King Rantideva. At that time, this river was known as Charmawati River. Then, there is also the Mahabharata connection as the story says that the dice game in Mahabharata between the Kauravas and Pandavas was played on the banks of this river.

This river in the epic is called as Charmawati. When Draupadi was disgraced, she cursed the river and said that anyone who drinks water from the river will be filled with a thirst for vengeance that would be unquenchable.

It was this legend of Draupadi’s curse on the river which kept people away from it for a long time.

Over the years, the name of Chambal used to strike fear in the hearts of people at one time as it was infamous for its ravines, the badlands ruled by dacoits. These ravines of Chambal also gave rise to India’s Bandit Queen, Phoolan Devi

Today, the Chambal River is home to two wildlife sanctuaries, both in Rajasthan, the Jawahar Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary and the National Chambal Sanctuary. Interestingly, the Chambal River is the only river that is home to two endangered species of animals, namely the Red-crown turtles and Gangetic river dolphins. Chambal is also home to many beautifule species of birds.

Trekking here in the ravines is also something of a novel experience.

The science behind sea erosion in Kozhikode

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Kozhikode beach

The study shows the scientific spectrum of sea erosion in Kozhikode

The international organization recently announced the provision of an international “blue flag” tag for the cleanest and most environmentally friendly beaches. However, Kappad Beach is so far the only beach that has earned the International Blue Flag.

In the district of Kerala, Kappad Beach is located. Thus, at Kappad Beach, a team of scientists will study the reasons for sea erosion. The research will cover 3.5 kilometers, initiating in Thuvvappara and concluding in Valiyamangad.

Kozhikode’s coastline has been prone to erosion for more than 46 years. Nevertheless, the study was conducted by satellite. Thus, mining river sand and human activities like the construction of buildings and dam construction are the causes of erosion. The estuaries in the area control the sediments there.

It has been found that erosion had increased in Kozhikode beach after 2000. Over time, artificial coastal constructions, were constructed nearby. However, sea erosion progressively increased. One of the main reasons for coastal erosion is fishing harbor construction.

The International Union for Conservation of Nature, the United Nations World Tourism Organization, the United Nations Environmental Programme, and the Foundation for Environmental Education are among the groups that promote the blue flag tag. Every beach goes through 33 parameters to get the blue flag tag. One of the criteria for obtaining the Blue flag tag is the area’s bathing quality, environmental conservation maintained by the beach, beach preservation, and environmental education.

The epic sights of the Beating Retreat ceremony

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Beating Retreat Ceremony

The powerful Beating Retreat Ceremony takes place in India on  29th January

The Beating Retreat Ceremony is one of the most powerful ceremonies. Utilized by the UK government to gather their patrolling forces at the castle. Thus, this event is the conclusion ceremony of India’s Republic Day celebrations on 29th January.

Therefore, the event is attended by all three wings of the Indian military. The main participants are the bands of the three forces, that are the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.

The ceremony is conducted in the Raisina Hills. Thus, the Rashtrapati Bhavan (also known as the President’s Residence), the Prime Minister’s office, and other significant offices and buildings are in the Raisina Hills and are among the most significant structures in the Indian government.

In the ceremony, the Raisina Hills’ north and south blocks are lit up.

As a result, the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force presented the Beating Retreat Ceremony. 

The President of India speaks at the Beating Retreat Ceremony. In India, the tradition first began in 1955. The Central Armed Police Forces first took part in the exercise in 2016.

Budget 2023: President Draupadi Murmu will address the sittings of both houses in the budget session

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the final union budget

The budget session will take place on Tuesday. President Murmu will address both houses in the joint sitting.

The financial bill will be presented in the joint session, where the government will prioritize the motion of thanks to the president’s address. However, the opposition is ready to take a stand on the Adani-Hindenburg dispute, a widespread caste-based economic census, and the women’s reservation bill.

Therefore, the complete final Union budget of the government before the 2024 Lok Sabha election will be addressed by the finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, on February 1st.

On Tuesday, after the address made by the president, the economic survey will be tabled. The administration will present 36 bills in the budget session. Four bills will be related to the budgetary exercise. The budget will be presented on Tuesday and will last until April, with 27 sittings. However, there will be a year-long break to revise the budget.

Therefore, the session’s first segment will end by February 14. Later, for the second half of the budget session, Parliament will return on March 12.

Adani Group remarks amidst the Hindenburg reports

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Adani Group claims the Hindenburg Report has “ulterior motives”

Amidst the allegations of “stock manipulation and accounting malpractice” made by Hindenburg Research, the Ahmedabad-based Adani Group dismissed all allegations, according to its rebuttal report.

The Adani Group had claimed that the research is “an attack on India and its independent institutions.”

The Adani group exclaimed various points in the rejoinder report and dismissed many allegations allegedly written in the Hindenburg report. The Adani group called the research, “driven by an ulterior motive to create a false market” to distract the market and allow the U.S. market to make a financial profit.

According to the Group, the research is “baseless.”

On January 26th, the U.S. organization made a media statement, stating that they would “welcome” all the threats of legal action made by the group. Thus, following the media statement, this is the group’s first detailed response provided by millionaire Gautam Adani.

According to the short seller, the research is driven by many verified reports. The report was created as a result of a two-year investigation. Thus, the short seller exclaimed that they visited different countries to dig into documents. Not only this, but the short seller had conceptualized much of the data provided by the executives.

Therefore, in the statement made by the group, it claimed to take legal action: “We will exercise our rights to pursue remedies to safeguard our stakeholders before all appropriate authorities, and we reserve our rights to respond further to any of the allegations or contents of the Hindenburg report.”

In its rejoinder, Adani Group dismissed all 88 questions that the Hindenburg reports carried.

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