Maharashtra’s Minister of Tourism and Environment Aditya Thackeray inaugurated Sea Harrier Monument at Bandra Bandstand
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: Maharashtra’s Minister of Tourism and Environment Aditya Thackeray inaugurated Sea Harrier Monument at a popular junction of Bandra Bandstand in the city on Thursday.
The monument was inaugurated in presence of Rear Admiral V. Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding, Maharashtra area. Informing about the inauguration of the monument, Thackeray tweeted, “Words aren’t enough to describe the feeling as I unveiled the Sea Harrier monument of the Indian Navy at Bandra Bandstand today. Thank you Asif Zakaria ji for this initiative that will remind us of the valour of the uniform and inspire many more to join them.”
As per an official release, the monument showcases the Indian Navy‘s aviation capabilities as also keeping the legacy of INS Viraat alive from whose deck the aircraft operated.
Words aren’t enough to describe the feeling as I unveiled the Sea Harrier monument of the Indian Navy at Bandra Bandstand today. Thank you @Asif_Zakaria ji for this initiative that will remind us of the valour of the uniform, and inspire many more to join them. pic.twitter.com/YU4M9HqSaI
“Built by the British Aerospace, the Indian Navy became only the second country to fly the Sea Harrier when it was inducted in 1983. The aircraft operated from the deck of INS Viraat. The aircraft was a Short Take-Off and Vertical Landing/Vertical Take-Off and Landing (STOVL/ VTOL) jet fighter, reconnaissance and attack aircraft,” the release said.
Notably, the aircraft formed part of the INAS 300 squadron popularly known as “White Tigers” whose legacy is being continued by the latest MIG 29 K fighters onboard INS Vikramaditya.
“Dedication of this monument to the citizens of Mumbai is a reassurance of devotion and commitment of Indian Navy towards safeguarding our maritime boundaries,” it added.
The winners of Bhartiya Sahitya Akademi Award in Punjabi including Sirmour Shire Dr Mohanjit, Dr Jaswinder Singh returned their awards
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India]: The winners of Bhartiya Sahitya Akademi Award in Punjabi including Sirmour Shire Dr Mohanjit, eminent thinker Dr Jaswinder Singh and Punjabi playwright and editor of Punjabi Tribune Swarajbir have returned their awards to show support for farmers, said Central Punjabi Writers’ Association on Friday.
“It may be recalled that earlier a large number of Punjabi writers had protested against the attitude of such a tyrannical government on the question of freedom of expression by withdrawing the Academy Award. Today again when the Government of India, instead of accepting the legitimate demands of the farmers, is rolling them on the streets in the harsh winter, Punjabi writers are protesting at the national level by returning the honour,” CPWA said in an official letter. Yesterday, Former Punjab Chief Ministerand Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) patriarch Parkash Singh Badal returned the Padma Vibhushan award “in protest” against the “betrayal of the farmers by the Government of India” and for the “shocking indifference and contempt” with which the government is treating the ongoing peaceful and democratic agitation of the farmers.
Badal wrote that betrayal of the farmers by the government like “bolts from the blue on the already beleaguered peasantry of the country” added that “farmer finds himself waging bitter struggles in the severe cold just to secure his fundamental right to live.”
The farmers are protesting against The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020, and The Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020.
Indian Navy Day is celebrated on 4th December every year in commemoration of Operation Trident
Indian Navy is the marine branch of Indian Armed Forces. The president of India is the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Navy. The Indian Navy secures the marine edges of the country. The main objective of Indian Navy is to improve the circumstances in the Indian Ocean. It also helps maintain worldwide relations by visiting searports, providing upheaval help, etc.
History of Indian Navy Day
Indian Navy Day is celebrated on 4th December every year in commemoration of the Operation Trident. During the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War, Indian Navy launched an attack on the Pakistan Naval Headquarters, Karachi, on the night of December 4th. Four Pakistani vessels were drowned and the Karachi fuel fields were ravaged. During this famous operation, more than 500 Pakistani Navy Personnel lost their lives, while there was no loss of life in India.
Celebrations of Indian Navy Day
Before this day, a complete Navy Week is celebrated and Navy Day being the Finale. On this day, the warships and the aircrafts of the Indian Navy are open for visitors. Some contests like Navy Ball, Navy Queen, and many more are part of the Navy Fest. A Military Photo Exhibition is also held by photojournalists of Ernakulam as a part of the Navy Fest.
“On the occasion of #NavyDay2020 we reaffirm #IndianNavy‘s steadfast commitment to the service of the Nation and towards ensuring our Maritime Security & Territorial Integrity” Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff & all personnel of Indian Navy pic.twitter.com/t6LWHUyvjm
Each year has a particular theme of celebration. The theme for 2020 is ‘Indian Navy – Combat Ready, Credible and Cohesive’. Some of the previous themes were:
2019 – ‘Indian Navy – Silent, Strong and Swift’
2018 – ‘Indian Navy – Mission-deployed and Combat-ready’
Traffic on Delhi borders & neighbouring states continues to remain affected as farmers’ protest enters ninth day
New Delhi [India]: Commuters in the national capital region continued to suffer as multiple borders between Delhi and neighbouring states remained closed with the ongoing farmers’ agitation entering the ninth day on Friday.
Delhi Traffic Police on Friday appealed to citizens to take alternative routes as along with Singhu and Tikri borders with Haryana, Jharoda, Lampur, Auchandi, Safiabad, Piao Maniyari, and Saboli borders were closed for all kinds of traffic movement. The traffic police said that NH-44 is closed from both sides.
Among the borders with Uttar Pradesh, the Gazipur border on NH-24 is closed for traffic, along with the Chilla border on Noida Link Road. The traffic police have advised commuters to take alternative routes via National Highway (NH)-8/Bhopra/Apsara border/Peripheral expressway. Commuters coming from Ghazipur to Delhi have been advised to avoid the NH-24 and use Apsara/Bhopra/DND instead.
The protest by farmers near Delhi is showing its impact on traffic movement at the border areashttps://t.co/pbC0LnsQaX
People have also been advised to avoid the Noida Link Road for coming to Delhi and use DND instead. The police have also diverted the traffic coming from UP’s Ghaziabad towards Delhi from Mohan Nagar.
On the other hand, Badusarai border is open only for light motor vehicles like cars and two-wheelers, while Jhatikara border is open only for the two-wheeler traffic.
A large number of farmers, mostly from Punjab, have gathered in and around Delhi in protest against the three farm laws, passed in the Monsoon Session of Parliament in September
The Centre is scheduled to hold the fifth round of talks with the representatives of farmers on December 5.
On Thursday, the farmers held the fourth round of talks with the Centre, during which, they said the government talked of some amendments to the farm laws.
Bharatiya Kisan Union spokesperson Rakesh Tikait said the government has given assurance concerning minimum support price. “It seems that their stand over MSP will be fine. The talks have made little progress,” Tikait said.
Meanwhile, Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Thursday said the government has no ego and it was discussing the issues raised by farmers with an open mind.
The traffic movement at various points near the #Delhi-Haryana border was affected on Saturday as farmers continued to lay siege to Singhu and Tikri borders blocking the highway. pic.twitter.com/BxeaVbtJwA
“The government will discuss points that emerged at the meeting on Friday and hopes that talks will move towards finality when the next round of discussions is held on Saturday,” the minister said.
The farmers are protesting against The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020, and The Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020.
Locals serving tea to farmers amid the cold weather conditions,the next meeting between Centre and farmer leaders is scheduled on December 5
New Delhi [India]: Locals distributed tea to protesting farmers stationed at the Singhu border (Delhi-Haryana border), on Friday night.
The next meeting between Centre and farmer leaders is scheduled to be held on December 5. Locals here were seen serving fresh tea to the agitating farmers amid the cold weather conditions.
“I have been serving the farmers here. Farmers here have been protesting amid cold weather so, I along with my family members, are distributing a tea among the farmers,” said a local.
Another local, Praneet Singh told that the farmers who are holding a peaceful protest have faced ‘terrible’ things.
Locals distribute tea to protesting farmers at Singhu border
“A large number of forces have been deployed here at the border. They have been protesting peacefully however they had to face so many terrible things,” he added.
Meanwhile, Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has assured farmers after the talks that MSP will not be touched, the government was open to their suggestions for parity between mandis under APMC Act and those outsides and for disputes under the new farm laws being adjudged in courts.
The farmers are protesting in border areas of Delhi against three farm laws enacted by the government recently. The farmers are protesting against The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020, and The Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020.
Salute to our Navy personnel for their bravery, dedication and patriotism and selfless service in protecting the nation
New Delhi [India]: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday extended greetings to navy personnel and their families on the occasion of Navy Day.
“Navy Day greetings to all our valorous navy personnel and their families. The Indian navy fearlessly protects our coasts and also renders humanitarian assistance in times of need. We also remember India’s rich maritime tradition over centuries,” Prime Minister Modi said in a tweet. Rajnath Singh’s tweet read, “On the occasion of #indiannavyday2020 my greetings and best wishes to all personnel of this outstanding force. The @indiannavy is at the forefront of keeping our seas safe by ensuring maritime security. I salute their valour, courage and professionalism.”
Navy Day greetings to all our valorous navy personnel and their families. The Indian navy fearlessly protects our coasts and also renders humanitarian assistance in times of need. We also remember India’s rich maritime tradition over centuries. pic.twitter.com/k2PMgvc0F3
Spokesperson of the Indian Navy at IHQ MoD(Navy) and DPR, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi, in a tweet said, “On the occasion of #NavyDay2020 we reaffirm #IndianNavy’s steadfast commitment to the service of the Nation and towards ensuring our Maritime Security & Territorial Integrity” Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff & all personnel of Indian Navy.”
Every year, December 4 is celebrated as the Navy Day to commemorate the decisive naval action by the Indian Naval ships on Karachi Port, which heralded the victory of India over Pakistan in the Indo-Pak War of 1971.
UK has also approved the Covid-19 vaccine developed by American pharma giant Pfizer
New Delhi
Director of the All Indian Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Dr Randeep Guleria has said that he is hopeful of that by the end of this month or early next month, India will get emergency use authorisation for a coronavirus vaccine.
In an interview with ANI, Dr Guleria, who is also a member of the national task force on Covid-19 management stated: “In India, we now have a vaccine which is in the final phase of the trial. Both the Serum Institute of India and Bharat Biotech vaccines are in their phase three trials. So we are very hopeful that by the end of this month or early next month, we should get the emergency use authorization from the Indian regulatory authorities to start giving the vaccine to the public.”
The Covid vaccine developed by American pharma giant Pfizer, was cleared by the United Kingdom on Wednesday and will be rolled out to the public early next week.
While stressing on Indian vaccines and their authorisation Dr Guleria stated that “this is great news that one vaccine has finally being floored and within the span of one year. This is a big boost to all the vaccine manufacturers. Now there are good chances of the vaccine being available.”
The AIIMS director said that there is good data available that the vaccines are safe. “70,000-80,000 volunteers were tested with the Covid-19 vaccine and apart from one case in Chennai, no significant adverse effects were seen on the volunteers. The data showed that in the short term, the vaccine is safe,” he said.
On the distribution of vaccine, Dr Guleria said “work is going on at war-footing both at the centre and the state level for vaccine distribution plan in terms of maintaining the cold chain, having appropriate storehouses available, developing strategy, training vaccinators and availability of syringes.”
Dr Guleria said that in the beginning as vaccines won’t be available in sufficient doses to give everyone, the Centre is working on adopting strategies to prioritise the list.
“We need a priority list to see that we vaccinate those who have high chances of dying due to Covid-19. Elderly, people with comorbidities and front line workers should be vaccinated first.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has over the past week visited vaccine manufacturing facitilites in three cities and held multiple meetings with all stakeholders to review efforts to create and distribute a coronavirus vaccine.
Covid-19 cases reached to 95,34,965, including 4,22,943 active cases and 89,73,373 recoveries. As many as 526 new fatalities were reported escalating the death toll to 1,38,648 on Thursday.
Dhindsa was presented the Padma Bhushan by President Ram Nath Kovind in March 2019
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India]: After former Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, Shiromani Akali Dal (Democratic) chief and rebel Rajya Sabha member Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa on Thursday announced that he would be returning his Padma Bhushan award in solidarity with the farmers who are protesting central farm laws.
Dhindsa was presented the Padma Bhushan by President Ram Nath Kovind in March 2019. Earlier in the day, SAD patriarch Badal, former Union Minister and five-time Chief Minister of Punjab returned the Padma Vibhushan award “in protest” against the “betrayal of the farmers by the Government of India” and for the “shocking indifference and contempt” with which the government is treating the ongoing peaceful and democratic agitation of the farmers.
Meanwhile, according to news agency ANI, Shiromani Akali Dal (Democratic) chief and Rajya Sabha MP Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa has also announced that he will return his Padma Bhushan award in protest against farm laws. (ANI) https://t.co/IASurPROCGpic.twitter.com/DPLBwVIWgJ
“I am who I am because of the people, especially the common farmer. Today when he has lost more than his honour, I see no point in holding on to the Padma Vibhushan honour,” said the Akali stalwart in his letter to President Ram Nath Kovind.
Badal, in his letter to the President, further described the “the black laws now implemented by the government” as “the proverbial last nail in the coffin of the country’s annadata.”
This comes as thousands of farmers, primarily from Punjab and Haryana, are protesting at the borders of Delhi against the recent farm laws passed by the Central government. The farmer leaders and the Centre are engaged in talks to resolve the differences over the laws.
The fourth round of talks commenced between the Centre and representatives of farmers
New Delhi –
Amid the fourth round of discussion between the Centre and the farmers over the three farm laws at New Delhi’s Vigyan Bhavan on Thursday, farmer unions decided to boycott government-served food and beverages.
“We are not accepting food or tea offered by the government. We have brought our own food, we will eat that,” a farmer leader said during lunch break.
The fourth round of talks commenced between the Centre and representatives of farmers‘ today afternoon at Vigyan Bhawan, with Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar and Union Minister Piyush Goyal representing the Central government.
Before the meeting, the Union Agriculture Minister while talking to the media hoped that the fourth round of dialogue will bring some positive outcome to the farmers’ issues.
“Government is constantly discussing issues with farmers. Today is the fourth round of talks and I’m hoping for a positive outcome,” said Tomar while talking to media.
The government had held the third round of talks with farmer representatives on Tuesday. During the talks, the Centre offered to set up a committee, which the farmers’ unions rejected, and instead demanded a special session of Parliament to repeal what they have called “black laws” made to favour corporate bodies. Farmers said they will continue their protest till their issues are resolved.
#WATCH | Delhi: Farmer leaders have food during the lunch break at Vigyan Bhawan where the talk with the government is underway. A farmer leader says, “We are not accepting food or tea offered by the government. We have brought our own food”. pic.twitter.com/wYEibNwDlX
Notably, farmers have warned that Thursday’s talks are the “last chance” for the government to take a decision on the laws.
“Thursday is the last chance for the government to take a decision to repeal the laws. Otherwise, this movement will become huge and the government will fall,” Pratibha Shinde of the Lok Sangharsh Morcha said.
Meanwhile, two farmers, who were participating in the agitation died on Wednesday. Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh announced financial assistance of Rs 5 lakhs each to the families of the farmers, hailing from districts Mansa and Moga respectively.
The farmers are protesting against The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020, and The Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act, 2020.
Piramal Mahalaxmi bestowed with Luxury Project of the Year at 12th Realty+Conclave & Excellence Awards 2020
Mumbai, Maharashtra, [India]: Piramal Mahalaxmi, the luxurious South Mumbai project by Piramal Realty has been awarded Luxury Project of the Year at 12th Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards 2020, West for its uber-luxury project that is an epitome of impeccable design, flamboyance and lavish lifestyle.
The event focused on bestowing accolades to notable projects in the western region, including Piramal Mahalaxmi. Additionally, the virtual evening delivered insightful discussions between esteemed real estate leaders on the revival of the sector, urban planning, Mumbai commercial realty and the housing market. Piramal Mahalaxmi is a landmark development which embodies the spirit of Mahalaxmi and mirrors the essence of South Mumbai. It offers luxurious private residences with lifetime views of the 225 acres Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Arabian Sea. The luxury residences are designed to create a healthy lifestyle and are an ultimate physical manifestation of the signature ‘framed window’ concept, which doubles up as a viewing observatory deck.
The apartments are outlined keeping in mind the philosophy of biophilia which seamlessly integrates natural light, space, ventilation and greenery to create a harmonious environment that promotes wellbeing and community living. Spread across 4 acres, Piramal Mahalaxmi is set to be one of the largest premium residential developments in South Mumbai.
“Piramal Mahalaxmi is our flagship project and is designed to provide customers with luxury residences. This development offers a home with lifetime views Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Arabian Sea and a locality rich with heritage and culture. It is our commitment to offering the best conveniences and luxuries to our residents. At Piramal Realty, we aim to enrich lives by setting gold standards for customer centricity, architectural designs, quality and safety,” said Gaurav Sawhney, Chief Operating Officer, Piramal Realty, on this achievement.
For the last 12 years, the Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards have been evaluating exemplary work in design and architecture, project development, brand development and acknowledges the growing significance of corporate brands as a treasured business asset. The 12th Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards 2020 focused on ‘Building Resilience’ featuring live-streaming knowledge sessions on the road ahead for Real Estate, and a virtual awards evening felicitating the top performers in Indian Real Estate.
Piramal Mahalaxmi is a testament to Piramal Realty‘s aim to make a positive impact on the lives of customers. Last year, Piramal Mahalaxmi added a feather to its cap where it won the title of ‘Asia’s Best Property Brand’ at Transform MENA Awards in Dubai. Piramal Mahalaxmi is a joint development project between Piramal Realty and Omkar Realtors. Founded in 2012, Piramal Realty, the real estate development arm of Piramal Group is one of India’s leading developers with 17 million square feet of residential and commercial under development in and around Mumbai. In 2015, Warburg Pincus and Goldman Sachs two of the world’s most respected private equity investors invested USD 235 million dollars for a minority stake in the company.
Piramal Realty aims to be the gold standard in design, quality, safety and customer centricity in both residential and commercial real estate. Piramal Realty’s developments, while being cutting edge and contemporary, focus on embracing a more intuitive definition of luxury, which celebrates nature, greenery, space, light, ventilation, art, culture and community living.
