Four French Nationals Honored with Padma Shri during President Macron’s Visit

As part of the 75th Republic Day celebrations, the Indian government has announced that it will confer the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award, on four French nationals. The awardees include yoga teachers Charlotte Chopin and Kiran Vyas, Sanskrit professor and scholar Pierre Sylvain Filliozat, and Indologist Fred Negrit. French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India as the chief guest during Republic Day adds significance to the announcement. Among the recipients, 100-year-old yoga teacher Charlotte Chopin, known for bringing the yoga revolution to France since 1982, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his France tour last year. Despite her age, Chopin continues to teach and is admired for her remarkable fitness, having started practicing yoga at the age of 50. Kiran Vyas, aged 79, an Indian-origin philosopher, and founder of the Tapovan Open University of Yoga and Ayurveda in Paris, is recognized for his contributions to making Ayurveda known in Europe. Pierre Sylvain Filliozat, 87, has been immersed in Indian…

Prime Minister Modi raise voice for Rameshwaram Cafe Blast and Neha Hiremath murder in Karnataka, Slams Congress Government

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the middle class in Bengaluru, urging citizens to remain vigilant against the Congress government while highlighting recent incidents of violence and governance issues. Speaking at the Vijaya Sankalpa convention, Modi expressed concern over the safety of citizens, citing the tragic murder of Neha Hiremath, the Rameshwaram Cafe blast, and an attack on a shopkeeper for listening to a Hanuman hymn. https://doonmozaic.in/tragic-murder-shakes-hubballi-college-student-neha-stabbed-to-death-by-classmate-fayaz/ Modi criticized the Congress government's handling of Bengaluru's drinking water crisis, accusing it of neglecting infrastructure development and succumbing to corruption. He emphasized the BJP's support for the middle class, citing initiatives such as interest subsidies for home loans and cost-saving measures on essentials like LED bulbs and medicines. The Prime Minister urged voters to participate actively in the upcoming elections and highlighted the achievements of his government, including advancements in transportation infrastructure and technological innovation. He pledged to continue working tirelessly for the nation's progress and development, contrasting his vision with what he…

Mysuru Airport Renaming upon Tipu Sultan

An In-Depth Analysis of Perspectives and Historical Context The Karnataka Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on Thursday, recommending the union government to rename four airports after significant historical figures. The proposed changes include naming the Hubballi Airport after Kranti Veera Sangolli Rayanna, the Belagavi Airport after Kittur Rani Chennamma, the Shivamogga Airport after Rashtrakavi Dr KV Puttappa (Kuvempu), and the Vijayapura Airport after Sri Jagadjyoti Basaveshwara. Infrastructure Development Minister MB Patil announced that the newly proposed names for these airports would be submitted to the union government for approval. Notably, the decision to rename airports comes on the heels of an event where Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the inspirational roles of Kittur Rani Channamma and Tipu Sultan in the fight for self-respect. During an event on October 13, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah commended Kittur Rani Channamma for her courageous stand against the formidable British army, highlighting her significance as a symbol of bravery and resilience. The mention of Tipu Sultan in…

India’s UPI and RuPay Expand to Sri Lanka and Mauritius

India's Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services were recently extended to Sri Lanka and Mauritius in a move aimed at enhancing cross-border transactions and linkages, as highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at the virtual launching ceremony, attended by his counterparts from Mauritius and Sri Lanka, Modi emphasized the transformative potential of fintech connectivity in fostering economic integration. The introduction of UPI services in Bhutan in 2021 marked the initial step in this direction, with subsequent expansions to countries like Oman, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Nepal, and France. Modi underscored the significant role played by digital public infrastructure, citing over 100 billion transactions worth billions in various currencies facilitated through UPI in the past year alone. Moreover, Modi stressed the role of technology in promoting transparency, inclusivity, and combating corruption. He expressed optimism regarding the benefits of these fintech services for Mauritius and Sri Lanka, highlighting UPI's role in fostering partnerships with India. Referring to India's maritime vision of…

Major Tragedy Averted: Manipur Police and Central Forces Recover and Diffuse 33 kg of IEDs

Recovery Operation in Imphal East in Manipur In a significant security operation, the Manipur Police, in collaboration with central security forces, successfully recovered and diffused eight improvised explosive devices (IEDs) weighing around 33 kg in the Saichang Itham area of Imphal East district on Saturday. This prompt action averted a potential major tragedy in the region, according to an official familiar with the situation. Ongoing Search Operations The operation is part of ongoing search efforts in response to the ongoing crisis in Manipur. The combined team of Manipur Police and central forces continues to recover arms, ammunition, explosives, and other contraband on a near-daily basis, particularly in vulnerable areas across the state. The recovery of these explosives has significantly reduced the risk to farmers and cattle grazers in the Moirangpurel and Itham villages of Imphal East. Recent Security Incidents This operation follows a previous incident on April 13, where two Kuki militants were allegedly killed in a clash with security…

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