Gabba Win: These five cricket heroes are fighters in their real lives too!

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January 19, 2021, 8:48 PM

India created history on Gabba cricket ground on Tuesday by snatching the match from Australia who adopted everything crooked to steal the thunder but failed in their endeavour to do the same!

The team had to bite the dust in their own land, courtesy the fighting spirit of Team India who remained silent to all verbal assault, racist attacks and what not. Let’s discuss the amazing turnaround stories of five players who emerged real life heroes in this match.

Gabba Win: These five cricket heroes are fighters in their real lives too! — Image- BCCI

1. Natarajan: Being the son of a loom worker, he had no money for luxuries like cricket gear and shoes. For many years, Natarajan thought hundred times before investing in new shoes. His mother was in tears seeing him representing India on television set. His wife delivered their daughter when Natarajan was in UAE for playing IPL. The man hasn’t seen her daughter yet as he went straight to Australia in a bio bubble.

2. Shardul Thakur: He is another wonder boy whobattled obesity to play for Mumbai as well as for IPL. In fact, Sachin Tendulkar advised him to lose weight to have a great cricketing career ahead.

3. Siraj: Despite being born to a poor rickshaw driver, Siraj rose to become India’s new bowler who could not perform last rites of his father as he was in Australia representing Team India when his father died. Four years back when he was selected for the IPL, he chased only one dream – to never let his father drive an auto again. Last month, while he was still waiting to play is first test in Australia, his father died and he could not go back for the funeral.

4. Washington Sundar: His father – Sundar, was a talented cricketer who was sponsored by his rich neighbour throughout his local cricketing life. His name was Washington. The man passed away just before Sundar’s second son was born. Sundar named his son Washington as a tribute to his benefactor.

5. Navdeep Saini: This boy’sfather was a government driver who could not afford expensive cricket coaching for him. Eventually, Saini played exhibition matches on tennis ball at Rs.300 a match to fund his dreams.

On Tuesday, all these guys were together as debutants who turned this match over its head. All through their lives, they were waiting for this moment in their cricketing career and they settled all their failures, struggles, doubts and insecurities once and for all in this Test match.

Let’s salute these heroes!

Rajasthani Ghagra: Winning millions of hearts across world

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January 19, 2021, 4:27 PM

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Rajasthani ghagra, the traditional clothing of desert state, has made a mark on world map and won millions of hearts!

‘Rajasthani Ghagra is the pleated, long and embroidered skirt with bright swirling colours which is decorated with mirror work.

Representing the colourful culture of the desert state and the art and craft of the desert state, this dress has influenced world renowned designers and taken the dress to global fashion connoisseurs too!

The Rajasthani Ghagra is worn as the lower portion of a Ghagra kanchli, also called as Choli (blouse) and is tied around the waist, held by a drawstring.

History

The history of these ghaghras goes back to the 5th or 6th century AD as similar dresses have been seen in Buddhist sculptures and paintings dating from the Kushana or early Gupta period which is the archetype of the modern Ghagra.

Also these dresses were worn in the courts of the Mughals during Mughal era.

In present era, ghaghra with beads, fancy stitches, shells, and sequins, is in vogue. The motifs commonly used in ghaghras are of birds, animals, and flowers.

Wanna see Hill & Water Fort at one place? Visit Gagron Fort in Rajasthan

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January 18, 2021, 9:28 PM

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Gagron Fort in Jhalawar district is also called as Jal Durg or Water Fort as it is surrounded by water while being situated on hill.

Situated in Rajasthan’s Jhalawar district, Gagron Fort, represents one of the most majestic forts in the state.

This fort lacks any kind of real foundation and is built over a solid rocky hillock.

With both Hindu and Muslim shrines situated in and around, the Fort has temples of Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Durga inside the fort.

Being one of the six forts of Rajasthan listed under UNESCO World Heritage sites, Gagron Fort is unique and hence is named as Jal Durg or Water Fort as it is surrounded by waters of Ahu and Kali Singh Rivers from its three sides.

The fort hence remains impregnable.

The two rivers confluence outside the fort and gives it a pristine look.

The view from outside hence is majestic, breathtaking and serene from ramparts of the fort.

Six Forts listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site

Chittor Fort, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Gagron Fort, Ranthambore Fort, Amer Fort (Jaipur) and Jaisalmer Fort

Gagron Fort location

The Gagron Fort is situated 14 kms from Jhalawar City in Rajasthan.

How to Reach Jhalawar?

Jhalawar is connected by road and rail to Kota while Kota is well connected to major cities in country. The nearest airport fro Kota is Indore airport situated in Madhya Pradesh which is 232 Kms from the city

Cave Tourism in Rajasthan: Kolvi Caves have Buddhist stupas in desert state

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January 16, 2021, 11:48 AM

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Kolvi Caves, also called as Kholve Caves, are located at Kolvi village in Rajasthan.

This Buddhist site has stupas and chaityas containing figures of Buddha

Rajasthan, famous for its royal palaces and havelis, also has Buddhist caves in its vicinity which lures many avid travellers to the Kolvi village of Jhalawar district in the state.

The Buddhist caves and the carved stupas in the caves take you to the towering image of Gautam Buddha.

Situated 90-100 km north-west of Jhalawar, these caves are well-maintained by the ASI. Those interested in caves can further visit nearby villages, namely, Vinayaka and Hatiyagour which also have many beautiful ancient caves.

It’s official! Electric car company Tesla enters India

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January 15, 2021, 5:23 PM

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As a first step to set up an R&D unit and a manufacturing plant for its electric vehicles in the country, US electric car giant Tesla has opened a fully-owned Indian subsidiary in Bengaluru.

It’s official! Electric car company Tesla enters India

Tesla has been incorporated in the state of Karnataka, India on January 8, 2021 with the name of “Tesla India Motors and Energy Private Limited”.

The company also lists 3 Directors for India which includes two Indians.

It’s happening!!

Bharatpur: Its history, legends, tales & Keoladeo Ghana National Park (KNP)

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January 13, 2021, 11:23 AM

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Bharatpur history dates back to 5th century BC, during the time of Matsya kingdom. The Matsyas, are known to be allies of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata war.

Legends:

The origin of the name Bharatpur goes back to Ramayana era. The city has been named after Bharat, younger brother of Lord Ram.

Also Laxman, the younger brother of Ram, has been given the significant position as that of the family deity of Bharatpur royal family. His name can also be seen in the state seals and coat-of-arms.

History

In the early 18th century, Maharaja Surajmal captured the fort of Bharatpur by conquering Khemkaran, the rival chieftain and laid the foundation for Bharatpur. The brave Maharaja was keen to expand the cities and is credited with building the numerous forts and palaces that dot the kingdom, including the Pleasure Palace Complex at Deeg.

About Keoladeo Ghana National Park (KNP)

Bharatpur is home to one of the world’s best-known bird watching destinations, Keoladeo Ghana National Park (KNP). Around 250 years ago, the then ruler built embankments that allowed flooding of this land, turning it into a marsh. Named after the dense jungle that surrounded an old Shiva Temple, this 29 square kilometre man-made wetland is renowned for migratory birds – ducks, geese, waders, raptors, flycatchers and more. In winter, avid birders and ornithologists flock to the park to observe and study the feathered beauties. With more than 370 recorded species, KNP used to also host the Siberian crane. It is a World Heritage Site.

Makar Sankranti: Celebrated as Sun’s transition to heralding the harvest season

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January 13, 2021, 10:29 AM

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Makar Sankranti celebrated on January 14 is also called as Uttarayan

Makar Sankranti marks the end of Malmaas, which is considered as an inauspicious month in the Hindu calendar. It also symbolises Sun’s transition to the zodiacal sign of Makar (Capricorn) which heralds a seasonal change.

The day of transition is celebrated in different states with different names, but the theme remains common for all which is the ‘harvest season’. In the north, it is celebrated as Lohri, in Assam as Bhogali Bihu and in the south as Pongal.

Makar Sankranti reflects unity in diversity. Every state in India has different ways of celebrating Makar Sankranti but the theme – harvest season – is the uniting factor.

From Makar Sankranti, the Sun starts its movement towards northern hemisphere, thereby marking winter season’s end and eventually days start getting longer. Hence, Makar Sankranti is known with the name of Uttarayan, which marks the beginning of an auspicious period.

Top 10+ Swami Vivekananda Quotes For Youth on National Youth Day 2021

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January 11, 2021, 5:35 PM

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Top 10 Quotes of Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day 2021 :

Believe in yourself and the world will be at your feet.

The power of concentration is the only key to the treasure-house of knowledge.

All knowledge that the world has ever received comes from the mind; the infinite library of the universe is in your own mind.

Top 10+ Swami Vivekananda Quotes For Youth on National Youth Day 2021

Strength is life, Weakness is Death.

You cannot believe in God until you believe in yourself.

Great work requires great and persistent effort for a long time..Character has to be established through a thousand stumbles.

The world is the great gymnasium where we come to make ourselves strong.

A brave, frank, clean-hearted, courageous and aspiring youth is the only foundation on which the future nation can be built.

Like fire in a piece of flint, knowledge exists in the mind. Suggestion is the friction which brings it out.

Never be weak, you must be strong; You have infinite strength within you.

Take risks in your life. If you win, you can lead. If you lose, you can guide!

Arise, awake and stop not until the goal is reached.

National Youth Day 2021: Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda

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January 11, 2021, 5:12 PM

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National Youth Day is celebrated on January 12 each year to honor the ideals and philosophy of Vivekananda

National Youth Day is celebrated each year to remember, respect and honor the ideals and thoughts of Swami Vivekananda. Born on January 12, 1863 in Kolkata, Swami Vivekananda has been a spiritual thinker unlike any other monk and played a major role in reviving India’s image as a land of spirituality.

“Sisters and brothers of America,” This is how Vivekananda started his speech in 1893 at the Parliament of World’s Religions in Chicago.

This speech immortalised the ideals which the monk believed in globally.

What Swami focussed upon

Swami Vivekananda always focused on harnessing youth’s potential.
He wanted to inspire the young generation so that they could counter the British and attain Independence.
Swami Vivekananda’s weapons of winning the world were education and peace.
He always portrayed himself as a ‘Nationalist Saint’ who wanted the youth to get out of their comfort zones to attain anything they desire.
Swami Vivekananda had incredible understanding and knowledge of philosophy, religion, literature, Vedas, Puranas, Upanishads, and what not.

Read more about this historic speech here:

When Swami Vivevakand created history in Chicago with his historic speech in the US

7 Jain temples of Jaisalmer: Experience true serenity here!

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January 9, 2021, 6:17 PM

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The Jain Temples of Jaisalmer are situated right inside the Jaisalmer Fort campus. There are a total of seven of these temples and each of them give a sight of sheer greatness.

Containing frescoes, mirrors and other forms of detailing, the temples boast of exquisite designs, with the walls of the temples adorned with human and animal figures in the style of Dilwara temples.

Upon reaching the Jain Temples in Jaisalmer, you will see Chandraprabhu, the first temple. This temple is dedicated to the eighth tirthankar, and was constructed in 1509.

Comprising of the mandapa, this temple is nothing short of an iconic one. Then, on turning right, you will get a view of the calm Rikhabdev temple that’s carefully safeguarded with glass cabinets.

After that, you will find the majestic Parasnath that’s located behind Chandraprabhu. This is followed by a door on the south through which you will reach Shitalnath that’s dedicated to the tenth tirthankar.

Further, the northern wall will take you to the door of the mesmerising Sambhavanth. The remaining two temples i.e. Shantinath and Kunthunath contain beautiful carvings as well for you to revel in. These Jain temples of Jaisalmer are architectural wonders in their own right, a fact which makes for a compelling visit. To top it off, the Astapadhi Temples are located in the same complex, which just goes on to add to a tranquil experience.

How to reach here:

One can hire or share an auto rickshaw from anywhere in Jaisalmer. The temples are located in the complex of Jaisalmer fort.