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Adding design aesthetics to make pretty looking bird feeders

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Can you imagine the recycled plastic can ever be used to make pretty looking bird feeders which can preserve birds food?

This might sound a little surprising but then this has been done by a Rajasthan based NGO which has designed attractive feeders for preserving birds food with the help of recycled plastic.

The initiative is being taken under Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign by Apna Sansthan which has been working for birds since last four years in Rajasthan.

Adding design aesthetics to make pretty looking bird feeders
The eye-catchy bird feeders made from recycled plastic

The vessels for preserving birds food are quite attractive and can work as a decor piece too!

They be placed in your living space for adorning the looks of your interiors too.

Costing Rs 120 a piece, the fancy looking food vessels extend a virtual treat to eyes as they are quite attractive in looks, design and colour.

Apna Sansthan Jaipur convenor Ashok Kumar said that these birds vessels are being made in India and are an initiative towards Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Earlier, this organisation made news for making 1-5 BHK flats for birds.

Together, they work to kill Dragon by making ‘Made in India’ LED lights!

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Made-in-India LED lights to bedazzle Jaipur streets this Diwali

Boycotting China, Jaipurites making indigenous LED lights for festive season!

Pledging to put up Made in India LED lights for Diwali decor this time, hundreds of hands  join a silent revolution

They are busy engaged in making  LED lights series to deck up their abodes.

As the Boycott China campaign gains ground in India, many people are engaged in a self drive to manufacture these twinkling lights to make this Diwali look different. With an aim to instil a pride feel, they are  ensuring that the home decor this year will be done with country made indigenous goods shunning anything which is Chinese.

The initiative is taking shape under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan under which no Chinese raw material is used for these LED lights.

“We shall be selling these LED lights in the market before Diwali season. Initially, there were challenges to buy raw material as the markets were closed under lockdown phase, however, as the unlock period has started, we collected raw material which was completely Indian. The copper-made wires are Indian and we are buying it from Delhi and Ahmedabad local markets. Even the caps and holders are Indian. Meanwhile, there was a challenge in getting indigenous LED bulbs because Chinese bulbs were dominating the market and hence we collected Taiwan bulbs as our mission is to boycott China made goods, said Dharamchand Jain, who is heading the initiative where unemployed people from Kachhi Basti are being trained in Jaipur.

Together, they work to kill Dragon by making 'Made in India' LED lights!

We have already trained dozens of teams within two weeks. Next teams are being trained and the process will go onwards  till Diwali to ensure the market is flooded with Made in India Led lights this year. Many people are showing their interest in this drive and we are hand holding them to ensure they have their own livelihood earning platform through which we can end our dependence on China-made Diwali lights, he added.

In fact, our LED lights shall be much more durable and will also last longer as compared to Chinese lights which were more like use and throw products. Our lights will last for 3-4 years, Jain says adding that the lights are 40-feet long with over 50-120 bulbs. Initially, each day, six people were being trained and this number is increasing gradually.

These LED lights, meanwhile, are being produced under the Atmanirchar Bharat Abhiyaan, said Sewa Bharati Prant Mantri Girdharilal. Adding that besides LED lights, training is also being imparted to other people for producing other electronic devices. (IANS-arc)

Taj Mahal design was inspired by Udaipur-situated Jag Mandir!

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Do you know Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan who built Taj Mahal in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal was quite inspired by the mesmerising design architecture of Udaipur-situated Jag Mandir?

He made a brief stay at Gol Mahal here situated in Jag Mandir and twas so impressed by the exquisite design that he built Taj Mahal in Agra following similar theme.

Shah Jahan, known as Khurram in his young days,  did spend some time in Udaipur in the year 1623-24 after rebelling with his father Jahangir for he wanted to be take over the Mughal throne.

The then Mewar Maharana Karan Singh gave a safe haven to Khurram in Udaipur as the latter’s mother was a Rajput princess Jodha Bai.

  • Taj Mahal design was inspired by Udaipur-situated Jag Mandir!
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Initially, Khurram was stayed in City Palace however, later was shifted to Gol Mahal which is a domed pavilion and was specially built for Khurram by Karan Singh as Khurram was staying here with his wife, Mumtaz and two sons, Aurangzeb and Dara.

Later, Karan Singh’s son Jagat Singh enlarged and extended it and hence it was named as Jag Mandir on his name.

Historians claim that the Jag Mandir palace’s rich architecture made such an impact on Prince Khurram who took its design inspiration for making one of the most magnificent  monument of the world, the Taj Mahal after being crowned as the Emperor Shah Jahan

After Jahangir’r death in 1627, Khurram was declared the emperor and the title of Shah Jahan was given to him in Udaipur at Badal Mahal for his crowning in ceremony as Mughal emperor.

Facts about Jag Mandir

The James Bond film, Octopussy released in 1983 featured the Jag Mandir in one of its main locations.

The magnificent Jag Mahal is situated on the lake Pichola,

This island hotel is the property of the Mewar ruler Arvind Singh.

The view from top of the hotel terrace is mesmerising with water surrounding on four sides and beautiful buildings seen on its banks.

Taj Mahal design was inspired by Udaipur-situated Jag Mandir!
Engraving of the Jag Mandir palace in 1829. (pic courtesy wikipedia)

Jagmandir Island Palace is often referred to as a swarg ki vatika or garden of heaven.

Bringing Film City in Lake City Udaipur is this man’s vision and mission he is yearning for!

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With over 500 Bollywood, Hollywood, South Indian and Rajasthani Films and numerous TV serials shot in the vicinity of Udaipur which is also famous as Lake City, a man on a mission is working hard to bring in Film City in Lake City aiming to turn fortunes of this city and the person is none other than Mukesh Madhwani who has been running from pillar to post to turn his dream into reality.

Mukesh is confident that the people of the city shall soon be blessed by having ample opportunities to grow with the Film City coming in Udaipur.

“People here shall get jobs and tremendous opportunities to generate business with the coming up of Film City in Udaipur and hence he is working out all his efforts to ensure that coming generations in this city can speak proudly of the Film City and there is no dearth of jobs and opportunities for them in their home town

Bringing Film City in Lake City Udaipur is this man’s vision and mission he is yearning for!

I am eager to invite Bollywood, Hollywood and such institutes to Udaipur to set their shooting sets for film shoots, says Mukesh who generated interest in film segment when he managed to get permission for shooting of the film ‘The Fall’ with his friend Anil Mehta’s help.

Making a fresh start here as a local assistant manager in the film production sector, he had an idea to set up a Film City in Udaipur in the year 2010. Without delay, he formed a strong team and started pursuing relentlessly for the cause. After years of struggle, they managed to get a nod from local authorities to initiate the plan of setting up a film city in Udaipur.

The team is actively pursuing various film and TV stars visiting Udaipur to support them and strengthen their campaign for Film City. The positive response from stalwarts of tourism, Rajasthan’s royalty and the government provided significant magnitude to the campaign.

Mukesh says, ‘There are several advantages of making Udaipur a film city as it is blessed with unmatched scenic beauty, historical monuments and distinct culture which further boost its prospects as a favourite spot for film shooting. No wonder during the last four decades, over 500 Bollywood, Hollywood, South Indian and Rajasthani Films and numerous TV serials have been shot here. Moreover geographical location of Udaipur makes it well connected to metros. The rail, road and air connectivity are also favourable.’

Egypt, Slovenia Tourism Ukraine safe to travel!

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Holiday hotspot Egypt is the latest entrant to the list of popular destinations around the world to have signed up to the world’s first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched recently by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) amid the global pandemic COVID-19.

The growing list includes countries like Aruba, Slovenia, Ukraine, and Vienna, among many others.

WTTC, which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, has designed the special Safe Travels stamp to enable travellers to identify destinations and businesses around the world which adopted its health and hygiene global standardised protocols – so consumers and holidaymakers can experience ‘Safe Travels’.

The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has also embraced the WTTC Safe Travels stamp, which have the safety and hygiene of travellers as its top priority.

According to Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, “We are delighted to see major countries and destinations such as Egypt and Slovenia joining the growing list of global destinations adopting our private sector protocols. 

“This not only shows the success of the WTTC Safe Travel stamp, but also demonstrates its importance to travellers and those who work in the sector. 

“The stamp is critical to re-establish consumer confidence in Travel & Tourism and ensure travellers can rest assured that enhanced standards of hygiene are in place.

“As WTTC health and hygiene protocols, affecting hotels, restaurants, airports, cruise lines, tour operators, outdoor shopping, and transportation are implemented, so the list of destinations recognising the new stamp continues to grow.

Since the launch of the WTTC Safe Travels stamp, destination countries, cities and hotspots around the world such as Turkey, Bulgaria, Mauritius, Panama, Portugal, and the Mexican State of Jalisco, have now adopted WTTC’s new protocols.

Who says what!

Dr Khaled El-Enany, Egypt Minister of Tourism and Antiquities: 

“We are looking forward to welcoming guests to Egypt’s resorts in the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Coast.”

Iván Eskildsen, Panama Minister of Tourism: 

“As the hub of the Americas, restoring confidence for travellers and tourists, will be a key factor for the reactivation of our industry and our economy.” 

Ivan Liptuga, President, National Tourism Organization of Ukraine:

“We commend WTTC for the strong initiative to design Safe Travels protocols for every link in the tourism value chain. One of NTO Ukraine’s core activities is quality management and the implementation of international standards in the sustainable development of tourism in Ukrainian destinations. 

Msc. Maja Pak, Director General of the Slovenian Tourist Board:

“The Slovenian Tourist Board is proud that Slovenia is one of the first countries in the world with recognised Safe Travels Protocols approved by the World Travel & Tourism Council.”

WTTC recently launched a range of worldwide measures as part of its Safe Travels protocols, providing consistency and guidance to travel providers and travellers about the new approach to health, hygiene, deep cleansing and physical distancing, in the ‘new normal’ of COVID-19 world. 

Eklingji Temple Kailashpuri: 8th century complex with 108 temples in vicinity is quite beautiful!

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Are you aware of an eighth century temple situated in Rajasthan which is beautiful accommodating 108 temples in its vicinity?

Located in the Kailashpuri district of Udaipur, this temple was built by the Maharanas of Mewar as these warriors were ardent devotees of Shri Ekling ji.

The temple is a huge complex famous for its excellent architecture. Built by Bappa Rawal in 734AD who ruled the Mewar Empire, the temple is said to have founded by one of the contemporaries of Shankaracharya, Acharya Vishavvaparma. This temple is closely linked to the Sharda monastery in Dwarka which was established by Shankaracharya.

Eklingji Temple Kailashpuri: 8th century complex with 108 temples in vicinity is quite beautiful!
Ekling ji

As the exterior of temples stretches with walls and stairs directly descending in the water, the entrance of the temple greets you with silver image of Shiva’s Nandi (bull).
In fact, the temple has two carvings of Nandi made of brass and black stone in the temple.
The beautiful four-faced idol of Lord Shiva or Eklingji is situated in the main temple which is placed on a towering pillared hall called a mandap.
With its 50 feet height, the idol reflects a distinguished beauty depicting four different forms of Lord Shiva. While its eastern side recognises Surya (sun), its western side stands for Lord Brahma creator), its northern side stands for Lord Vishu(the supreme being), and its southern side is Rudra (the mightiest of the mighty).
The Eklinga statue is encircled with the figures of Goddess Parvati (Wife of Shiva), Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartikay (sons of Shiva).

A unique wellness movement rolled out envisioning a ‘Healthy India’ mission

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Pehla Sukh is India’s wellness initiative which promises best health and well-being of millions of Indians

This International Yoga Day was different!

Wanna know why?

It’s because when the world stood together to the spiritual awakening, practising different asanas, the Jaipurites woke up witnessing a grand launch of a unique India wellness movement ‘Pehla Sukh’ which envisions accomplishing the Healthy India mission, promising the best health and well-being of every Indian.

Bringing the best of East and West lifestyle practices to impact millions of Indians in the next five years by sharing practices and knowledge which are evidence-based, and research-driven, this initiative offers wellness tips by eminent personalities from different domains, including Behavioural, Business, Spiritual, Lifestyle and Medical Industries.
A unique wellness movement rolled out envisioning a ‘Healthy India’ mission
‘Pehla Sukh‘ shall further make the movement more relevant in present times by bringing in interesting concepts via digital media, by Indianising vernacular content, sharing in experiences of wellness ambassadors and indulging in craft tailor cut programmes for the specific groups and needs.
The key speaker: In fact, an interesting webinar was organised on the occasion which was addressed by key speaker Shiv Khera , a renowned motivational speaker who launched this unique wellness movement in India. The webinar was moderated by CEO, Times Internet, Gautam Sinha and Founder, Lifeshiksha LLP, Adi Guru Das.
Global Audience pitched in: The seminar witnessed over 2000 registrations worldwide and attracted over 800 questions from the viewers. The initiative is powered by India Community Center, Crack the Wellness Code (CWC), Silicon Valley and is managed by Indifamily Foundation.
A unique wellness movement rolled out envisioning a ‘Healthy India’ mission
It is to be noted that Brand Ambassador of ‘Pehla Sukh’, Ms. Premlata Sand has committed Rs. 2 Lakhs as seed fund for the initiative. She is fighting cancer for the second time.

Who says what
Vice President of Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee, Rajiv Arora
He spoke on behalf of Rajasthan CM, Ashok Gehlot and said that one needs to care of his health to fight COVID-19 crisis. Based on the concept of ‘Pehla Sukh Nirogi Kaya’ (Health is Wealth), ‘Pehla Sukh- India Wellness Initiative’ will help provide health and wellness knowledge to people over the next 5 years.

Chief Mentor, Pehla Sukh, Narendra Bakshi
“‘Pehla Sukh-India Wellness Initiative’ comes at a very crucial time when the entire world is fighting a global pandemic. Following the vision and mission of the Rajasthan CM, the movement has garnered the support of the entire Silicon Valley besides CM’s support. The initiative is consistent with his vision to streamline the fight against COVID-19 with immunity building and disease prevention.
Director of Global Alliance of LifeStyle Medicine, Pankaj Vij
“The 6 pillars of Lifestyle Medicine are feet (exercise), forks (diet), fingers (whether we smoke or drink excessively) as well as sleep, stress and love (social connections). During COVID, chronic problems that were earlier dangerous in the long-term, have now become short-term dangers as weakened immunities are at the highest risk of contracting COVID-19.”
TFL -Training for Life, Dr. Sheela Nambiar
“Large amounts of sugar, processed food and oils combined with less exercise, heightened stress and anxiety affect our metabolic health which can lead to chronic diseases like diabetes, overeating, eating addictive foods and much more. More vegetables and lesser whole grains and cereals should be consumed. Similarly, a holistic exercise routine should be developed keeping in mind the 4 pillars of exercise – stamina, strength, flexibility and endurance.”

The Who’s Who
Several guest panellists like – Past National President, FICCI FLO, Ms. Neeta Boochra; President, BITOSA NCR, and Chairperson Aura Inc., Mr. Niraj Sharan; Major General CP Singh (Retd); Chairman, TiE Global Board of Trustees, Mr. Mahavir Sharma and Group CEO, CK Birla Hospitals, Mr. Uttam also posed their questions to the panellists. Co-Chair, Indifamily Foundation, Mr. Basant Jain were present among the organisers. Earlier, there was an evocation programme which featured a live music session by singer, Ravindra Upadhyay and live laughter yoga by Madan Kataria.

Shiv Khera’s tips for health-work-life balance amid pandemic

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How to find Health-Work-Life Balance Amid Pandemic?’

This is the burning question being asked by one and all amid present times as the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the world hard and people are reeling under lockdown since last many months
The world-renowned motivational speaker Shiv Khera shares tips to get Health-Work-Life Balance Amid Pandemic in a webinar which marked the initiation of a wellness movement in India called ‘Pehla Sukh- India Wellness Initiative’.
Here are three takeaways from his session:

1. Set your priorities right: One needs to set their priorities right. Each person, before the lockdown, was running fast with their unset priorities. However, lockdown, all of a sudden, stopped them and they can now be seen setting their priorities.
2. Avoiding messing up in life: The kind of time saving devices we are using today were never with us any time in history, however, despite this, we did not have time for ourselves. This is because we have messed up our priorities. At times, we forget what is important and what is non-important. Further, if we ignore what is important, it develops stress. So we need to avoid any kind of messing up and be clear in our thoughts.

3. Try coming out stronger: One needs to be emotionally stronger during lockdown and a person can become emotionally strong overnight. He needs to practice it via meditation and if he committed to himself, he shall definitely be emotional stronger.

Meteorite-like object resembling alien’s mask falls from sky in Rajasthan

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Remember Jaadu from Koi Mil Gaya?
Yeah, the cute little alien who gets befriended with Hritisk and Preity Zinta in the film?

A meteorite like object resembling alien face had fallen with a thud kind noise in Rajasthan’s Sanchore district which has left the people around surprised.