• Views on Woman Safety in India
    Dec 23 2023

    Women safety in India is a serious issue that needs to be addressed urgently. According to the web search results, India is considered to be one of the most dangerous countries for women, with over 4 lakh reported cases of crime against women in 2019. Some of the reasons behind the increasing violence against women are the patriarchal mindset, the objectification of women by the entertainment industry, the delayed punishment, the lack of awareness, and the lack of infrastructure

    The government has taken some initiatives to ensure women’s safety and security, such as introducing emergency response systems, monitoring and tracking crimes, and providing legal aid. However, these measures are not enough to prevent the atrocities that women face every day. There is a need for a complete women safety mechanism that involves the society, the families, the schools, and the institutions to create a culture of respect and equality for women. Women should not live in fear or be restricted from any social activity. They should be empowered to pursue their dreams and aspirations, just like men. 🙌

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    5 mins
  • Groundwater Regenration by Ponds
    Dec 14 2023

    Groundwater regeneration by ponds is a process of replenishing the underground water resources by using ponds as natural reservoirs. Ponds can capture rainwater and runoff, and allow it to percolate into the soil and recharge the aquifers. This can help in improving the water availability and quality, as well as mitigating the effects of drought and climate change.

    According to some sources, India has about 2.4 million ponds, which cover about 0.4% of the country’s land area1. However, many of these ponds are degraded due to pollution, encroachment, siltation, and neglect. This reduces their capacity to store and filter water, and affects the ecosystem services they provide. Therefore, there is a need to restore and conserve the pond ecosystems in India.

    Some of the strategies for pond restoration and conservation include2:

    • Legal and policy reforms to recognize the value of ponds and protect them from threats.
    • Nature-based solutions (NBS) such as constructed wetlands, biofilters, and aquatic plants to enhance the water quality and biodiversity of ponds.
    • Technologies such as environmental-DNA (e-DNA), life cycle assessment (LCA), and remote sensing to monitor and evaluate the pond conditions and impacts.
    • Community participation and awareness to involve the local stakeholders in the management and maintenance of ponds.

    Pond regeneration can also contribute to the circular economy (CE), which is a system that aims to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency. Ponds can support the CE by2:

    • Providing water for multiple purposes such as irrigation, drinking, and recreation.
    • Recycling nutrients and organic matter from wastewater and agricultural runoff.
    • Sequestering carbon and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
    • Supporting livelihoods and income generation through fisheries, tourism, and other activities.


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    9 mins
  • Mahua Moitra expulsion from Lok Sabha
    Dec 11 2023

    The Lok Sabha on Friday expelled Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra from Parliament in a cash-for-query case. Earlier in the day, the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee submitted a report recommending Moitra’s expulsion from the House.

    In October, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, based on a complaint by Supreme Court lawyer Jai Anant Dehadrai, alleged that the Krishnagar MP had asked questions in Parliament in exchange for cash and gifts from businessman Darshan Hiranandani whose business interests conflicted with those of industrialist Gautam Adani. In an affidavit to the Ethics Committee on October 19, Hiranandani claimed that Moitra provided him with her login ID and password for the Lok Sabha members’ website so that he could “post questions” directly “on her behalf when required”.Earlier on Friday, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, the Congress’s floor leader in the House, cited the length of the report and requested Speaker Om Birla to allow MPs three to four days to go through the report. Meanwhile, the BJP issued a whip for all of its members to be present.


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    5 mins
  • New Party Reigns Mizoram
    Dec 8 2023
    In the Mizoram Legislative Assembly elections, the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) won 27 seats out of 40 seats to come in power for the next term. The Mizo National Front (MNF) led by former chief minister Zoramthanga won 10 seats, even as he lost in Aizwal East-I against Lal Thansanga by a margin of 2,101 votes. The two national parties, Congress and BJP, only managed to win one and two seats, respectively.
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  • Governors vs State Governments
    Dec 5 2023
    In India, the governor is the head of the state government. The governor is responsible for all the executive powers of the state government. The governor appoints the chief minister, who is supported by the majority in the state legislative assembly. The governor also has some exceptional powers if the state government loses its majority in the state assembly.
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    5 mins
  • Tracking cybercrime part 3 (English)
    Oct 27 2023
    This episode focuses on cybercrime in Haryana. You can track cybercrime complaints online. Here are some steps to check the status of a cybercrime complaint: Visit the National Cybercrime reporting portal. Click on the "Track Your complaint" link from the menu bar. Enter your Acknowledgement number. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You can also file a cybercrime complaint with the cybercrime cells. The National Cybercrime Reporting portal facilitates reporting of all types of cyber crime incidents. It has a special focus on cyber crime against women and children. The portal automatically routes reported incidents to the concerned State/UT for appropriate action in accordance with law. Digital forensics is used to track the “digital fingerprint” left behind after the occurrence of cybercrime.
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    6 mins
  • Tracking cybercrime part 2 (English)
    Oct 25 2023
    Focusing on cybercrime in Himachal Pradesh. You can track the status of a cybercrime complaint by following these steps: Visit the National Cybercrime reporting portal. Click on the "Track Your complaint" link from the menu bar. Enter your Acknowledgement number. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You can file a cyber crime complaint by calling the national cybercrime helpline at 1930. You can provide the following details when calling: Your name Your contact information Your account number The details of the account that you transferred the money to Cybercrime investigations can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months, or even years. The length of time it takes to investigate a cybercrime can vary greatly depending on: The complexity of the case The resources available to the investigators The cooperation of the victim
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    6 mins
  • Tracking cybercrime part 1 (English)
    Oct 23 2023
    Analysis of cybercrime cases and its management in Punjab. Secure your internet network with a strong encryption password and a VPN. Manage your social media settings. Protect yourself from identity threats. Educate your children about internet risks. Some forms of cybercrime include: Loss of evidence: Hackers clear any evidence related to the attack. Cyber extortion: Malicious hackers threaten a website, e-mail server, or computer system with repeated denial of service or other attacks. Payment fraud: Fraud and counterfeiting involving non-cash means of payment. Law enforcement is challenged by cybercrime because: Hackers always make sure to clear any evidence. Security agencies lack the technology and trained personnel to deal with cybercrime.
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    7 mins