Minorities Rights Day 2021: Date, history, Importance and Facts you need to know

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December 17, 2020, 9:01 PM

Minorities Rights Day 2021: Minorities Rights Day is celebrated each year on December 18 in India. The Constitution of India has given equal rights to all citizens and adopted several measures for safeguarding the rights of linguistic, ethnic, cultural, and religious minorities. Also, it takes care of those people who are economically or socially disadvantaged irrespective of their caste, culture, and community.

Minorities Rights Day History

United Nations on December 18, 1992 adopted and broadcast the Statement on the individual’s Rights related to religious or Linguistic National or Ethnic Minorities.

It highlights the cultural, religious linguistic, and national identity of the minorities that shall be respected, protected and preserved by the states and within individual territories. It further stated that it is the responsibility of the state government to improve the minorities’ conditions and spread awareness about national, linguistic, religious, and cultural identity.

In India, the Minorities Rights Day is celebrated by the National Commission for Minorities which focuses on religious harmony, respect, and a better understanding of all minorities’ communities.

Ministry of Minority Affairs

On 29 January 2006, the Ministry of Minority Affairs was carved out of the Ministry of Social Justice & Environment.

The aim was to ensure a more focused approach towards the issues relating to the notified minority communities namely Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikhs, Parsis, and Jain.

Matured Indian Tourism like a Scottish Wine! Read here to know how..

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December 17, 2020, 6:47 AM

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Britain’s Paul Knight has a story to share which reflects how Indian Tourism, when matured, builds relations which remain unforgettable in lifelong memoirs.

Usually public memory is termed as short. Here is an example of brilliant association that this British family has tried to maintain with India based folks who had administered their tour thirteen years ago. As the X-Mas festival draws near, the two sides bridged the East-West gap through

emails. Thereby the tale got lengthened – wildlife lovers as they are.

Paul Knight picked up an Indian tour operator company (www.ourindiantours.com) and completed his ambitious foray to be face to face with Tigers and experience the traditional culture and living. It was a task as he and his wife, Toni, had to be extra-careful. They had three kids: Freya 10, Kiera 5, Hugo 8. So it became a group of five to rough out odds of international flights, domestic driving, jeep rides for wild mammals, etc.

Matured Indian Tourism like a Scottish Wine! Read here to know how.. — *From left to right: Freya (10), Kiera (5), Hugo (8) and Paul with Toni (both standing behind) with Harsh Vardhan in 2007 in Jaipur, photo courtesy Paul Knight*

Done with satisfaction. So the mutual respect continued. Paul was anxious to reciprocate and hosted lunch at a London restaurant when an executive of this tour company was in Britain, a benign gesture usually extended by all Brits as aftermath of a successful tour.

Paul is back on memory board. He wrote to this company executive: Good to hear from you.

You are still birding then? My kids were 10, 8, 5 when we travelled to India in 2007. He elaborated after some more emails were exchanged: “I thought I would show 2 pictures with you 13 years ago!” It is produced here by EB&W Media. It shows Paul and Tony with the three kids at a vegetarian resort in Jaipur along with the tour company’s executive. They appear travel-weary having had bumpy jeep safaris to be face to face with tiger in Ranthambhore.

Paul wanted to convey how his kinds had grown up during the period. So he shared another picture of the family members. It is also reproduced here by EB&W to illustrate this growth trajectory of Indo-British association. He stated that Freya (23), finished her Degree in Advertising and Marketing and now works for Adidas in Manchester, living with her Boyfriend who is a professional cyclist (Olympic hopeful!); Kiera (18) in her final year at 6th form college, A levels – Math, Physics, Geography – wants to study Physics; and Hugo (21) studying Marine Engineering and loving college life, especially Windsurfing, he is interested in anything water/nautical related.

Tony is a teaching despite COVID conditions. Manoj Vardhan manages this tour company that claims to practice Responsible Tourism means part of proceeds going to wildlife conservation. He provided khaki uniforms to Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve’s forest guards and more than a hundred binoculars to guides, volunteers, etc.

Paul signed as: Paul Knight, IBM Global Business Services, IBM iX

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Vijay Diwas: 16 December 1971, Historic Day for India, The Liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistan

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December 15, 2020, 9:18 PM

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December 16 is a significant day for India as well as for its neighbours Bangladesh and Pakistan. In 1971, India won the war against Pakistan which resulted in the birth of Bangladesh (then East Pakistan).

On this day 49 years back, Pak lost half its country as well as its forces in the East, and eventually had to publicly surrender to India. It was the largest military surrender ever made after World War II.

How the war started?

The war started when Pakistan made air strikes on a total of 11 Indian airbases. It was perhaps the first time in which India’s all three forces fought in unison.

India without delay responded to Pakistan Army’s movements in the west and captured around 15,010 kilometres of Pakistan territory.

The war concluded after the chief of the Pakistani forces, General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi, along with 93,000 troops, surrendered to the joint forces of the Indian Army and Bangladesh’s Mukti Bahini.

General A A K Niazi signed the Instrument of Surrender on 16 December 1971 in Dhaka, declaring the formation of East Pakistan as the new nation which was Bangladesh. Pakistan lost half of its territory with the birth of Bangladesh.

The shortest war in the history

The war lasted for just 13 days, and is one of the shortest wars in history.

Bangladesh celebrates the Victory day on 16 December each year to commemorate the ultimate victory in the Liberation War in 1971..

It was because of the Allied Forces of Bangladesh and India that Pakistan surrendered in Dacca on 16 December 1971.

Bangladesh Liberation War continued from March 26 to December 16, 1971

Zero-Waste Fashion Garments for Trendy Looks and Sustainability: AnanTaya Clothes

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December 15, 2020, 9:41 AM

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AnanTaya Clothes: Zero Waste Garments for trendy looks and sustainability!

Zero-waste fashion! The sudden uttering of this word brings to fore the diverse range of clothing which generates little or no textile waste in their production. EBNW shares light on AnanTaya which promises warm comforting fusion of sustainability and luxury by creating a zero-waste winter statement. The brand promises empathetic engagement with clothes, respects conscious environmental impact, and narrates a story that this work can only be made by hand. A sneak peek:

This winter step into the warm comforting fusion of sustainability and luxury with AnanTaya. Create a zero-waste winter statement with our wearable body sculptures and statement pieces for WINTER

The unique ‘Zero Waste’ garments are a collaboration between AnanTaya and Iro Iro. Ayush Kasliwal explores ‘whole cloth’ using handloom in its entirety with minimal construction to create wearable body sculpture. The name is inspired by the endangered Wild Ass, a native of the Kutch region in Gujarat.

Encouraging sustainable textile production, the fabric is custom woven in wide width by the weavers of the same region. The garments are made using origami-like folds and cuts and make unusual graphic silhouettes. The playful adventure championed by ANANTAYA loves IRO IRO invites maximum empathetic engagement with the clothes, respects conscious environmental impact, and tells the truth that this work can only be made by hand.

The PARALLEL has a series of parallel lines in graded widths creating a mirage-like effect.

The material used is silk and wool while the finish is natural. The product size is available in delicate, full and free size.

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Mount Abu: The only hill station of Rajasthan is truly pristine!

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December 14, 2020, 9:08 PM

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Do you know Mount Abu is the only hill station of desert state, Rajasthan? Standing at a height of 1722 metres above sea level, this hill station is embraced by lush green hills of the Aravalli range.

Connected with many ancient myths and legends, this town founds mentioning in Puranas too!

Here we bring out a few facts to explore why history buffs and architecture enthusiasts from different corners of the world are visiting this place:

Mount Abu: The only hill station of Rajasthan is truly pristine!

Know its background: Myths and Legends

The history of Mount Abu can be traced back to the Puranas. Known as “Arbudaranya” or “the forest of Arbhuda” in the Puranic Age, Mount Abu is described to have served as a retreat for Sage Vashistha, following his spur with Sage Vishwamitra.

A popular mythology story associated with Mount Abu mentions a serpent named Arbhuda, who had saved the life of Nandi, Lord Shiva’s mount, here. The name “Mount Abu” is a diminutive of its original name which was kept after Arbhuda.

Another legend suggests that Sage Vashistha had performed a yajna at the peak of this very mountain range, seeking provision for the defence of righteousness on earth, from the Gods. His prayer was answered by a youth who sprang out of the yajna fire, known to be the first of the Agnivamsha Rajputs.

History of Mount Abu

Arbhuda Mountains or Mount Abu is also popular for having been the home of Gurjaras. Multiple inscriptions including Dhanpala’s “Tilakmanajari” lay stress on the association of this place with that of Gurjaras.

Top places to visit:

Toad Rock View Point: Known for being surrounded by a number of strangely shaped rocks, Nakki Lake offers numerous photo ops to visitors. One of the most popular destinations near Nakki Lake however, has to be the Toad Rock View Point

Dilwara Temple: Established some time in between the 11th and 13th centuries, the Dilwara Jain temples are considered to be among the best specimens of architectural perfection in the country. A complex of five temple structures, the Dilwara Jain temples are located at a distance of about 2.5 kilometres from Mount Abu.

Nikki Lake, the first manmade lake in India: Recognized as the first ever manmade lake in India, Nakki Lake is also a preferred place to see in Mount Abu. You can choose to take a boat ride at the lake and watch the sun set past the beautiful hills surrounding this place. Nakki Lake is also popular for being the place where the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi had been immersed.

How to reach here
Mount Abu does not have an airport of its own and the closest airport is the Maharana Pratap Airport in Dabok, Udaipur, located at a distance of 176 kilometres from Mount Abu.

The railway station at Mount Abu is located at a distance of 28 kilometres from the city. This railway station lies on the connecting rail line between Delhi and Mumbai.

Name and List of Airports in Rajasthan : National or International

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December 13, 2020, 9:19 PM

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Name and List of Airports in Rajasthan : National or International

Rajasthan lures millions of tourists each year from across the globe due to its pristine palaces, serene surroundings and wide spread desert. The state is well-connected via air, land and rail network. Wanna know about the airports which have been bringing thousands of tourists to this place. Let’s take a sneak peak into the airports of Rajasthan, which handle heavy inflow of tourists in state.

Jaipur International Airport: Jaipur International Airport situated in the suburb of Sanganer in Jaipur operates domestic as well as international flights, being the largest airport in Rajasthan. It was declared as the World’s Best Airport (in the category of 2 to 5 million passengers per annum) in 2015 by Airports Council International. It houses an incoming and outgoing duty-free shop along the departure trail.

Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur: Maharana Pratap Airport, situated 22 km south of Udaipur, is a domestic airport, named after the king of Mewar, Maharana Pratap. Enjoying all basic amenities such as eating outlets, shops, wheelchair accessibility, medical facility, bank ATM, tourist information centre and restrooms, the airport also has prepaid taxi counter and a handicraft emporium within the airport. The airport is connected to cities like Bhilwara, Pali, Jodhpur, Ratlam, Ahmedabad, Nadiad, Ajmer and Kota via road.

Jodhpur Airport: Jodhpur Airport, a domestic airport helps travellers connect to neighbouring cities via road. Various options like general taxis, prepaid taxis, car rentals, interstate taxi service providers etc are situated within the premises of the airport. The bus stand is located at a distance of about 9 kilometres from the airport while the railway station is situated just 5 kilometres from the airport.

Jaisalmer Airport: The Jaisalmer airport is located approximately 17 km away from city. Although it does not have much traffic at the moment, it has seen operations by many airlines.

Nal Airport Station (Bikaner Airport): The Nal Airport Station is located around 13 km from the city of Bikaner and is a civil enclave of the Indian Air Force. The airport has the capacity to hold 100 passengers and can hold two ATR – 72 aircraft.

Kishangarh Airport: The airport, situated about 27 km from Ajmer, provides facilities to nearby places in city such as Dargah of Khwaja Garib Nawaz, Pushkar, Prithvi Raj Chauhan’s Fort. The airport is also famous for its Bani Thani paintings.

Kolana Airport: This Airport serves the city of Jhalawar in Rajasthan and is owned and operated by the State Government of Rajasthan.

Lalgarh Airport:It is located about 26 km in South-East of Sri Ganganagar and is owned and operated by the State Government of Rajasthan.

Phalodi Air Force Station: This military-type airport’s base is located about 100 km away from the Pakistan Border and lies between the Jaisalmer and Jodhpur airbase. It has a runway, aircraft maintenance area, living accommodation for officers and many more modern facilities.

Suratgarh Air Force Station: Located in the Suratgarh city of Rajasthan, this airport is situated at an elevation of about 554 feet and has four concrete runways. It is mainly operated for MiG 21 Bison

Rajasthan University Jaipur (RU) : History, Established Facts, Photos and More

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December 12, 2020, 9:57 PM

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Rajasthan University Jaipur (RU) : History, Established Facts, Photos and More….

Established

University of Rajasthan is a public and state university and is one of the oldest universities in the Indian state Rajasthan, located in the city Jaipur. It was set up on 8 January 1947 as the University of Rajputana and was given its current name in the year 1956.

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Rajasthan University Motto

Dharmo Vishwasya Jagatah Pratishtha

Varanasi, Banaras or Kashi: History of The Oldest Living Inhibitions of The World is Sacred and Serene

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December 12, 2020, 9:31 PM

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Varanasi or Benaras is known as one of the oldest living inhabitations of the world, which nestles on the banks of the holy Ganges river. Believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva, Varanasi is among the seven sacred cities in the country which has been attracting pilgrims for centuries.

Celebrated author Mark Twain, who visited India in the last decade of the 19th century, described the city as “older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend.”

The spectacular ghats speak the stories of history, art and tradition and allows travellers soaks into the divine spirituality.

Celestial Ganga and Varanasi connect!

Legend has it that Lord Shiva channelled the celestial Ganga on earth, and that is why the river is considered holy. Thousands of devotees from all over the country come to bathe in its waters as it is believed that taking a dip in the holy Ganges absolves one of their sins. It is also believed that those cremated here achieve moksha (salvation). For many, the sacred Kashi Yatra (pilgrimage to Kashi, as Varanasi was earlier called) is one of the most important rituals to undertake during their lifetime.

In recent years, the city has turned into a purveyor of philosophy, yoga, the ancient medicinal science of Ayurveda, and astrology.

Varanasi and Buddhism and Jainism connect
Varanasi is also one of the holiest sites of Buddhism, as it was in Sarnath, which is located merely 12 km away, that Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. Jain literature, too, refers to Kashi as a holy city, as it is the birthplace of four Jain tirthankaras (saints). It is said that Kabir, a 15th-century mystic poet and saint, was also born in this city.

Varanasi finds mention in Upanishads too
The city, believed to date back to 1400 BC, finds mention in the Upanishads (holy Hindu scriptures) as Benaras and is said to have been an important centre of trade and education. It eventually acquired the name Varanasi and came to occupy a special place in the Indian consciousness, especially as a bridge to the old world.

A platform for silk weaving

Famous for silk weaving, the city offers brocade sarees that are a must in most Indian brides’ trousseau. The city is also famous for copper ware, brassware, wooden and clay toys, and jewellery.

Renowned musicians’ birth place
Famous melody-makers, from Mughal court musicians to present-day personages like iconic sitar player Ravi Shankar, shehnai maestro Bismillah Khan and late vocalist Girija Devi have called Varanasi home. Their influence on classical and contemporary music is so strong that Varanasi also features among the ‘Cities of Music’, which has been established by UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network.

Fairy Queen Train Rajasthan: World’s Oldest Working Steam Engine, built in 1855

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December 11, 2020, 8:33 PM

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Alwar, whose origins can be traced back to 1500 BC, these days is garnering fame with Fairy Queen, a heritage train whose journey ends in this pristine town.

Fairy Queen, the oldest working engine in the world and one of India’s national treasure, leads a train from Delhi encampment to Alwar in Rajasthan. The engine was built in 1855 and acquired by the Eastern Indian Railways from a British firm. The train that harnesses this engine is now used for tourism.

The journey of the city of Alwar and its origins can be traced back to 1500 BC.

Nestled in the lap of the green hills of the Aravalli range, Alwar is home to beautiful palaces and forts from an era long gone. The deep valleys and thick forest cover of the hills are a haven for many species of birds such as grey partridge and white-throated kingfisher and animals, most notably, the Bengal tiger and golden jackal.

It is this splendour and exquisite architecture, along with the calm lakes, royal hunting chalets, dense jungles and a socio-cultural environment unlike any other that makes Alwar a traveller’s delight.

Alwar is one of the oldest cities in Rajasthan. Paradoxically, the city is also the most recent of the Rajput kingdoms. Its traditions can be traced back to the realms of Viratnagar that flourished here around 1500 BC. Also known as Matasya Desh, this is where the Pandavas, the mighty heroes of the Mahabharata, spent the last years of their 13-year exile.