Every year, 10th October is celebrated as “World Mental Health Awareness Day” across the globe. This year theme is “Making Mental Health and Wellbeing for all a global priority”.
The Department of Neuropsychiatry at Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata organised various awareness activities on this day.
This included interactions with patients and family members, Music program to admitted mental health Patients, Poster competition for nursing staff on mental health and engaging activities for doctors on mental health theme, said Dr Praveen Kumar, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist HOD, Department of Psychiatry, Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata.
Around 10 per cent of people in India suffer from some kind of Mental illness but stigma related to mental illness and treatment reduces their help seeking behaviour, he told the EBNW Story
In post pandemic era, times have changed and so is the way we look at mental health. Pandemic has made our children and adolescents getting increasingly addicted to screens and brought significant attention and emotional problems in them, he said, adding, “Research says that some factors help us to prevent mental illness like being optimistic, having good social support, active coping style, flexible thinking approach and last but most important one is self compassion that is being kind to our self and others, said Dr Kumar.
The State Science Seminar 2022 organised by Department of Science and Technology, Government of Rajasthan in association with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India was inspiring as it helped hundreds of students gather at one place and discuss science and sustainability.
Two girls who had come from Pali and Nathdwara scored second and third ranks respectively.
The EBNW Story spoke to them to know their inspiration, thoughts, aims, hobbies and more. The team wanted to speak to the topper Lakshay Jain but was unable as he had high fever and so he left early.
The lumpy virus has affected cattle feeding in city areas more than the cattle stock in rural areas, said Bhavika Gopa Class 10 student who came from Jaisalmer from St Paul’s School to Jaipur to participate in the State Science Seminar 2022 organised by Department of Science and Technology, Rajasthan government on October 8 at Birla Auditorium.
Bhavika said that the cattle in the villages are fed on grass and food which is rich in fibre and minerals. It has less chemical additions, however, in cities, cattle stock is being fed on chemical rich diet and less on grass as the owners in city want more milk yield from them. In other words, better nutrition in villages has given better health to cow which helped them survive and fight lumpy virus while the city cattle toll went higher, she added.
Another student Himanshu Poonia from class IX from St Paul’s School, Jaisalmer, said, “Science and sustainability can go hand in hand. He shared his presentation on isomers and said they can help check in pollution.
The young boy got first prise from Jaisalmer district for his out-of-the-box presentation.
The Department of Science and Technology in Rajasthan in association with Ministry of Culture organised a State Science Seminar 2022 in Birla Auditorium Jaipur on 8th October themed “Basic Science for Sustainable Development- Challenges & Prospects”. Students from 25 districts of Rajasthan participated and presented their models to shape sustainability.
The main motive of the seminar was to give a major exposure to students to showcase their skills and bring out a scientist hiding somewhere within them. The seminar helped students to get into practical perspective for developing their scientific temper.
Kailash Mishra, Curator of Science Dept said- “Organising this event helped students to gain confidence. They learnt to face challenges in future and adjust themselves in the competitive environment.”
On this occasion, astronomer and educator Preeti Sharma said, “It was a much-needed exposure for these students to discover their potential. This event was not only helpful for students, but also for the audience present here,” she said, adding, “We have learnt a lot from students’ zeal. It’s important to give opportunities to students who come from small villages and districts. How can they learn if they don’t get right exposure. For instance, we read a lot about space science but it’s only limited to books, so we have introduced sky tourism to ensure they see stars, moons, planets in real life through telescopes. It’s important to introduce students to these things to bring their hidden scientist out.”
“Once students get such an environment, they transform their idea into a project, and showcase it in front of others to get acknowledged and get encouraged.”
She further said, “We all have a scientist hiding somewhere within us who needs a simple push to come forward.. so opportunity should be given to them. Therefore, it’s important to paint a startling picture in front of students, because who knows—one of them might be the next Kalpana Chawla!!!!”
The State Science Seminar 2022 was organised at Birla Auditorium in Jaipur on October 8 by Department of Science and Technology, Government of Rajasthan, in association with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, where students from across Rajasthan had gathered to present their ideas on Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development: Challenges and Prospects.
On this occasion, students from Saksham Sanchar Foundation were present to cover the event.
Event reporting by Vaishali
As students from small towns gathered to showcase their creativity, a young journalist from the institute Pankaj Ram Panchal, coming from a small village Sonokhar, Kaman, Bharatpur, was inspired to write a few lines. He is presently pursuing Master of Journalism from Jaipur and was impressed by the act of educators who said that failures are never full stop in lives. A write-up from Pankaj Ram Panchal on behalf of EBNW Story…
शनिवार को जयपुर के स्टैचू सर्किल स्थित बिरला ऑडिटोरियम में स्टेट साइंस सेमिनार 2022 का आयोजन हुआ, यह सेमिनार प्रदेश की स्कूली विज्ञान प्रतिभाओं को मंच देने के लिए आयोजित हुआ, आयोजन का उद्देश्य प्रदेश के सुदूरवर्ती कस्बों, गांवों, ढाणीयों से मेधावी विधार्थियों को खोजना और उनकी विज्ञान दूरदर्शिता और नये खोजी विचारों को दुनिया के सामने लाना था | इस सेमिनार में जिन प्रतिभाशाली विधार्थियों को सही मंच ना मिलने से उनकी नयी खोजे, नयी सम्भावना, नये समाधान, नए विकल्प और खोजी विचार अक्सर उनके ही अंदर घुट कर मर जाते थे उनको प्राणवायु देने का काम किया गया, अर्थात प्रदेश के बुझते हुए ज्ञान दीपों को ज्योतिमय रहने का प्रयास किया |
अपने ज्ञान प्रकाश को लिए प्रदेश के लगभग सभी जिलों से आई उत्कृष्ट प्रतिभा सेमिनार जगमगाई, सभी विधार्थियों ने निज्ञान के क्षेत्र में की गई नयी खोज, नयी संभावना, या विज्ञान से उत्पन्न हुई समस्या के समाधान, प्रकृति के बचाव के लिए, और फ़ैल रही लम्पी, कोरोना जैसी महामारीयों के निदान को लेकर, नए विकल्पों के मॉडल प्रस्तुत किए, विधार्थियों के इन सभी मॉडलों में से श्रेष्ठ मॉडलों को चुनना था, सभी विधार्थी अपनी मॉडल प्रस्तुति के चुनाव को लेकर थोड़े चिंतित दिख रहे थे, क्यों की यहां से सलेक्शन से बाद उन्हें आगे अभी बड़े स्तर पर जाना था, इसी मन की चिंता को भांपते हुए मंच संचालक ने इस सेमिनार में हरने वालों को प्रेरित और सकारत्मक रहने पर चर्चा शुरू की | चर्चा में मन से न हरने की बात कही जाने लगी और विधार्थियों की चिंता को कम करने पर जोर दिया, मंच संचालक ने कहा कि हमें कभी भी हार से हताश नहीं होना है उससे लड़ना है और उभरना है खुद को आगे के लिए बेहतर करना है |
इसी क्रम में एक महोदय ने मंच पर आकर विधर्थियों के अभिभावकों, शिक्षकों से कहा की- कोई जीतता तो अच्छी बात है पर फेल होते है उन्हें आगे के लिए तैयार होना है, कुछ बड़ा करना है, हम लोग जीतने वाले के लिए खुशियां मानते है ढोल बाजाते जुलूस निकालते है पर हरने वाले के लिए कुछ नहीं करते है, हमें हरने वालों लिए भी करना है हमें उनको मोटिवेट करना होगा, उसका विश्वास बनाए रखना होगा, उसका हौसला बढ़ाना होगा तभी कॉम्पिटिशन बैलेन्स हो पाएगा|
और वही कुछ विधार्थियों ने अपने असफलता से सामाने पर खुद को संभालने और आगे बढ़ने को लेकर अपने अनुभव साझा किए | एक छात्रा दिव्यदर्शनी ने बताया की वो नेशनल लेवल के एक विज्ञान प्रतियोगिता में नर्वस होने के करना अच्छा मॉडल होने के वाबजूद हार का सामना करना पड़ा, इससे उभरने में उनकी माँ ने उनका साथ दिया और अब वो आत्मविश्वास के साथ आगे बढ़ रही आगे है, छात्रा कहती है की एक माँ के साथ ने हार के गिल्ट से बचकर सहस के साथ आगे बढ़ने की प्रेरणा दी |
चर्चा का उद्देश्य विद्यार्थियों को हताश ने उन्हें और असफलता से गिल्ट न करने, और हमेशा आगे बढ़ने की और सकारात्मक बने रहने, और हार से मन में आए गलत विचार पर जीत पाने प्रेरित करना था |
विद्यार्थियों को बताया जा रहा था कि लड़ने वाला हमेशा योद्धा होता है, आप सभी प्रतियोगिता में लड़े हो, आप योद्धा हो, स्थान पाना एक अलग बात है, असलियत में हारे हुए तो वह है जो अभी इस ज्ञान से दूर अज्ञानता के अंधकार में पड़े हैं, आप ज्ञानी हो विज्ञानी हो और देश के भविष्य हो , इस भविष्य को हमेशा उज्जवलता से चमकना चाहिए|
Can science and sustainability go together? This has been a debatable issue amongst different genres who are struggling to find out ideas on how to make Mother Earth a green planet.
While the big brains are still ideating to find a solution, a few students from Rajasthan’s 25 districts gathered to share their ideas on sustainability in the State Science Seminar 2022 organised at the Birla Auditorium in Jaipur on October 8. The event was organised by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Rajasthan in association of Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
Students and delegates at the State Science Seminar 2022 organised in Jaipur. Pic courtesy: Ravindra Nagar
Lakshay Jain from Jayshri Periwal school, Jaipur notched first rank at the state level competition fo sharing his presentation connecting science and sustainability. He shall now go to Kolkata to participate in the national event where winners shall get an annual scholarship of Rs 2000.
The second ranker was Kashvi Bhalothia from Pali, who shared her thoughts and presentation on basic science and sustainability. Focussing on holistic education and integrating ancient knowledge with basic technology will pave way for green planet,” she said.
Kashvi wants to become a doctor and go abroad for higher studies and work for the better and green world.
Divyadarshini Ranawat from Nathdwara stood third. She said, “I have presented her ideas and thoughts on basic science for sustainable development.”
With dreams shining high in her eyes to become neuro-surgeon, Divyadarshini said, “It’s the need of the hour for everyone to care for Planet Earth.”
She had come with her mother from Nathdwara and was thankful to her family who has been supporting her to spread her wings.
Department of Science and Technology, Rajasthan, at the State Science Seminar 2022.
Kailash Mishra, Curator, Regional Science Centre and Science Park, Department of science and technology, Rajasthan said, “Students from 25 districts have gathered here to showcase their talent and stay confident.”
Kailash Mishra, curator, Regional Science Centre and Science Park, DST, Rajasthan
This is an opportunity being extended by department of science and technology keeping in mind the rural and small town talents who can present their ideas at bigger state level platform. These students, both from govt and private schools, have participated and made a mark by sharing their innovative thoughts.”
Preeti Sharma, educator and motivator, who kept one and all hooked to their chairs with her exceptional oratory skills, said, “This programme has motivated students. Sustainable development presentations helped us all to learn afresh for making green earth. The programme extended an opportunity to save our soil, nature so that our natural resources can be used by future generations too.”
Preeti Sharma, educator and astronomer at State Science seminar 2022
The students also discussed challenges and solutions. State and nation in fact should continue organising such programmes so that students get such opportunities to showcase their talent.”
Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot flagged off the Palace on Wheels train at Gandhinagar Railway Station on Saturday.
Gehlot said that the Palace on Wheels has set high standards for experiential tourism in the world. The resumption of this train, which has been running for the last 40 years, after a gap of 2 years is a good sign. This is a positive indication for tourism sector to emerge stronger in the coming days.
Before the departure of the train, the Chief Minister took stock of the facilities on board the Palace on Wheels. Wishing the passengers a happy journey, he said that it is a matter of pride for us to resume the services of Palace on Wheels. Tourists from all over the country and abroad are mesmerized by the heritage and cultural traditions of Rajasthan on the royal train. He said that the train has modern furnishings and all tourist amenities. It is being operated under joint venture of Railways and RTDC,
The operation of royal train was shut for almost two years due to Covid. It has now resumed the positive initiative of RTDC and Tourism Department.
It is noteworthy that the first royal train was started in the year 1982. As a result of the change in rail gauges from time to time by the railways, the second train from meter gauge to broad gauge was built in the year 1991 and the third in 1995.
Apart from Delhi and Agra, the train will embark on a seven-day journey to the beautiful cities of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Jaisalmer and Bharatpur, which will attract domestic and foreign tourists.
The journey of this royal train, giving a glimpse of the glorious history of Rajasthan, delights the domestic and foreign tourists. A tourist finds himself in a royal atmosphere. Tourists are fascinated by the hospitality, delicious cuisine and the service and hospitality of the officers and employees of the RTDC.
Mysuru Dasara Festival 2022 was celebrated from September 26 to October 5 this year. EBNW Story features its key facts…
Mysuru Dasara is a 10-day festival that commences with Navratri and concludes during the Vijayadashami.
It is usually observed on the 10th day of the Hindu calendar month of Ashvina, which usually falls on September and October.
The festival is observed to celebrate the victory of Goddess Chamundeshwari of Chamunda Hills (Durga) against Mahishasura (a buffalo-headed demon). The slaying of the Mahishasura gave the city the name Mysuru.
Its origins can be traced back to 15th century during the rule of the Vijayanagara Empire.
It finds mention in Matla-us-Sadain wa Majma-ul-Bahrain (The Rise of the Two auspicious constellations and the Confluence of the Two Oceans) – a book written by a Persian ambassador Abdur Razzaq. This memoir covers the history of the region from 1304 to 1470.
While the celebration of Mysuru Dasara was halted after the fall of the Empire, it was revived in the early 17th century Raja Wodeyar I in 1610.
The festival commences with a Pooja privately performed in the presence of the royal family and the state officials in Goddess Chamundeshwari Temple on the Chamundi Hills, situated east of Mysuru.
One of the main attraction of this festival is Jumboo Savari – the traditional Dasara procession held on the streets of Mysuru. In the procession, the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari will be kept on a golden mantapa atop a decorated elephant.
During the festival, the Mysuru palace will be lit up throughout the 10 days with 100,000 light bulbs.
Numerous religious and cultural activities of Karnataka are organized in the Mysuru Palace during the festival.
The famous Mysuru Exhibition is held during the festival. It was started in 1880 by Maharaja of Mysore, Chamaraja Wodeyar X to showcase innovation and development to people in Mysuru. Now, this event is organized by the Karnataka Exhibition Authority.
Do you know that over 26000 sculpted stone pieces were intricately carved and assembled to bring up Shri Swaminarayan Narayan Mandir, Kolkata- an epitome of Seva, Satsang and Samarpan of countless beings.
The Mandir exemplifying India’s ancient art & culture, has 7 Shikharas, 1 Large Dome,14 small domes,2 samarans, 5 tapered ceilings and 247 pillars through beautifully carved 400 Murthis of Acharyas, Saints, Rishis, Avatars and Devotees. The Mandir is built of pink Rajasthani sandstone.
The Parikrama encompassing the Mandir has a large Marble Footprint ( Charnarvind) of Bhagwan Swaminarayan and runs 1400 feet having 46 Small Domes and 7 Chaukies.No Steel has been used in the superstructure of the Mandir which is 180 ft long,100 ft wide and 80 ft high.
Bhagwan Swaminarayan incarnated on 3rd April 1781 in Chhapaiya Village near Ayodhya (UP) India to liberate countless souls from the bondage of Maya and place them in Akshardham, the Eternal Abode through refuge of God while realising the Aksharbrahman Gunatit Sant.
His spiritual contribution to society got manifested in improved societal standards and most importantly, the innate nature of people, through reinstated values of Daya, Satya, Ahimsa and Brahmacharya.
He reverted to His Divine Abode, Akshardham at the age of 49, promising to be ever present through a tradition of Gunatit Satpurush or successors.
The Mandir – Where Mind Becomes Still
Standing like a shimmering jewel on the architectural landscape of Bhasa, 24 Parganas, South, the Kolkata Mandir is one with the finest traditional and has intricately hand carved stone. The Shikharbadh Mandir built on the principles of ancient Shilpashastras is a divine miracle that embodies excellent craftsmanship.
The Organization
Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha ( BAPS) is a Public Charitable NGO Trust affiliated to the United Nations, Established in 1907, it is a Global Socio Religious and Spiritual Organisation rendering selfless service for 160 Humanitarian Activities in 9100 worldwide centres with 55,000 volunteers and over a million members.
Courtesy :- Ghanshyam Bhagat, BAPS, Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Kolkata… As Shared With Joydeep Dutta, Kolkata
Giving a powerful message of tolerance, peace and harmony, a majestic new Hindu temple has come up in Dubai which blends Indian and Arabic architecture designs.
This has been inaugurated in Jebel Ali Village of Dubai on the occasion of Dussehra.
Online Registration Required to Visit The Temple:
Pre-registration has been made necessary to visit the temple and devotees are allowed to register online before arrival. By the end of the year, there shall be a spacious community centre coming in where Hindu ceremonies, rituals and prayers can take place, including weddings.
Dubai New Hindu Temple:
Most of the deities have been installed in the main prayer hall with a large 3D-printed pink lotus unfurling across the central dome.
Dubai Hindu Temple Prayer Timings:
As per the official temple website, Dubai’s new Hindu temple will remain open from 6:30 am to 8 pm. Visitors who have booked their appointments to visit the temple from Dubai’s official website for October 5, will be allowed entry without being subject to the hourly number restrictions which are currently in place.
