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Business Matters | What is different about this year’s climate conference? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-16 | Do we need a climate conference every year? After all, commitments to meeting targets are made in terms of decades and not specific dates that fall within a year. For example, last year India committed to going net-zero emissions by 2070. But, the problem is so urgent, threatening livelihoods and lives, that an annual reminder we are all teetering on the edge is necessary. The pandemic and the war in Ukraine have made the world’s move away from fossil fuels even more difficult. Here’s some climate context; countries recognised at the Conference Of Parties (COP) in 2015 that it is necessary to cap the increase in average global temperatures at 2 degrees Celcius, but preferably below 1.5 deg C compared with pre-industrial levels, ie prior to 1900. Many estimates have us know that we will reach that level of global warming any time starting 2032 or thereabouts.What happens if the earth warms at an alarming rate? The topic is too vast for one conversation. But here’s a short take: uncontrolled warming would mean the losses of all sorts – environmental, economic, social, emotional. But just to take one small example – coral reefs in oceans would all be gone if if we exceed 2 deg C warming. The reefs stem – literally – stem the tides, prevent coastal erosion, and support about 25% of marine life despite occupying less than 1% of the ocean bed.What is the difference between the COP27 and other meets? What is India’s stand on emissions?Script and presentation: K. Bharat KumarProduction: Shibu NarayanVideographer: Johan Sathyadas #cop27 #climatechange #climate #emission #sharmelsheikh Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
The troubled history of Pakistan’s political leaders | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-16 | On November 3, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was leading an anti-government protest in the eastern city of Wazirabad. Around 4:21 pm, his convoy came under fire by a gunman. He was shot four times in his right leg. The firing killed one person and injured 14 others. The police later released a video confession of the gunman. But this is not unusual in the country. Over decades, several political leaders like Imran have had threats to their life, though not all were lucky to survive. Liaquat Ali Khan and Benazir Bhutto are two of them. Let’s have a brief look at this history.Production: Richard Kujur#pakistan #imrankhan #benazirbhutto #ziaulhaq #zulfiqarbhutto #pakistanpolitics #pakistanpoliticalcrisis Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
#shorts | Have you seen the 2024 Paris Olympics mascot? The Hindu 2022-11-15 | The Phrygian cap is a symbol of the pursuit of liberty in the French Revolution .The Olympics mascots were unveiled in Paris on November 14 #shorts #olympics #paris
This Bengaluru hotel is a hit with biriyani lovers | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-15 | When you think of breakfast in Bengaluru, images of crispy masala dose or soft, steaming idli with sambar immediately pop into mind. But that’s not all the city has to offer. What if we said you could have biryani? Not just any biryani but donne biryani - a South Indian speciality made with short-grained rice and served in dried plantain, or donne, pouches. Non-vegetarian breakfast options are not new to Bengaluru, with every establishment flaunting its own dedicated fan base. Standing tall with a 114-year legacy, is Shivaji Military Hotel. Tucked away in a quiet bylane opposite the bustling Banashankari Bus Stand in south Bengaluru, it is easy to be fooled by Shivaji Military Hotel’s calm exterior. Enter, and you hear the chatter of hungry customers, starting as early as 8 am. As the day wears on, the din only grows louder, the lines longer and the service feverish. Started in 1908 by S Mannaji Rao, Shivaji Military Hotel has been run by three generations of the Rao family. In over 100 years of its existence, the hotel has seen its share of ups and downs. But its popularity truly soared after Bengaluru became a software hub. Currently, it is being managed by Mannaji Rao’s grandsons, Rajeev and Lokesh. What’s a typical day like at Shivaji Military Hotel?Reporting: Nalme Nachiyar and Simran AhujaScript and voiceover: Nalme NachiyarVideos: Sudhakara Jain#shivajimilitaryhotel #breakfast #biryani #biriyani #bengaluru #bangalore Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
What does Supreme Courts judgement on EWS Reservation mean? | Talking Politics with Nistula Hebbar The Hindu 2022-11-13 | This week, campaigning wrapped up for the Himachal Pradesh assembly polls and polling to Godhra. In Gujarat the BJP announced its list of candidates with a massive cut in sitting MLA's and winning of senior faces like former chief minister Vijay Rupani and Deputy chief minister Nitin Patel from electoral politics.In this episode of Talking Politics with Nistula Hebbar we discuss the Supreme Court's judgement and its upholding of the quota for the Economically weaker sections (EWS) within the general category.Production: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#ews #reservation #supremecourt
This girl is set to become the first doctor from the Irula community | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-12 | Meet B. Srimathi, an Adivasi woman from the Irula community of Thumbibettu village in Tamil Nadu. After years of hard work and dedication, the 20-year-old has become the first member of her community to gain a medical seat. She is set to become the first doctor from her community. Srimathi has been admitted to the Tirunelveli Government Medical College and wants to specialise in paediatrics. She wishes to inspire the Adivasi community into achieving their dreams. She cleared the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test and said that she was extremely proud and looked forward to the chance of becoming a doctor. Srimathi says that other youngsters are unaware of the opportunities and financial stability available for people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Srimathi feels that this could be a primary factor that foils the aspirations of other youngsters from becoming doctors, lawyers, scientists and engineers. Read more here: thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/student-from-irula-community-in-the-nilgiris-gets-mbbs-seat-first-from-her-community/article66123715.eceThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#mbbs #tribalcommunity #tamilnadu
What is Mastodon and how is it different from Twitter? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-12 | Not everyone is happy with Elon Musk taking charge of Twitter. Twitter users are worried that Musk’s free speech ideals will lead to more online abuse, and due to this, users have started leaving the platform. They have even started looking for an alternative to Twitter.And one platform has become popular, or stands out - It is called Mastodon, which claims to be the “largest decentralized social network on the Internet.” Mastodon claims it is one platform that cannot be sold, or blocked by governments.Read more: thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/explained-can-mastodon-be-the-new-twitter-elon-musk-tweet-toot-open-source/article66102932.eceReporting: Sahana VenugopalVoiceover: Gopika K PProduction: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#mastodon #twitter #socialnetwork
Iran protests intensify | Why is India opting to stay quiet?| |Worldview with Suhasini Haidar The Hindu 2022-11-11 | Two months after the death of Iranian woman Mahsa Amini, protests against the regime continue, and grow in other parts of the world- are the anti-Hijab protests at a tipping point, or will they peter out as others have?In this episode of Worldview, we look at how the world has reacted to the anti-hijab protests in Iran, and why India has made no commentsProduced by: Reenu Cyriac & Gayatri MenonThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#iran #iranprotests
#Shorts | New Vande Bharat express between Mysuru and Chennai The Hindu 2022-11-11 | Prime Minister, Narendra Modi flagged off south India’s first Vande Bharat Express between Mysuru-Chennai via Bengaluru. #shorts #vandebharatexpress #narendramodi
What is happening to the worlds glaciers? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-11 | Glaciers are found on every continent except Australia. Most of these are thousands of years old. They are made of layers of compressed snow that move or “flow” due to gravity and the softness of ice relative to rock.But now, a third of the glaciers on the UNESCO World Heritage list are under threat, according to a study conducted by the UN body. However, the study said, it was still possible to save the other two-thirds. This could be possible if the rise in global temperatures did not exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to the pre-industrial era. UNESCO said that this would be a major challenge facing delegates at the 27th United Nations Climate Change conference in in Egypt's Sharm El Sheik. The UNESCO is also pushing for a new international fund for glacier monitoring and preservation.Why are glaciers important to human life? Read more here: thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/a-third-of-world-heritage-glaciers-under-threat-warns-unesco-study/article66095939.eceVoiceover & Production: Abhinaya Sriram Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#climatechange #glacier #cop27 #unesco
How is India trying to end child marriage? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-10 | Did you know that in 2020-21, almost 33 crore children out of a total of 141.2 crore people were married away? These were the findings of the latest National Family Health Survey-5 The UNFPA-UNICEF Global Programme to End Child Marriage say the Covid-19 pandemic led to a spike in child marriages. According to NFHS data, in West Bengal, Bihar and Tripura more than 40% of women aged 20-24 years were married before they turned 18. This is significantly more than the national average. Jharkhand (32.2%) and Assam (31.8%) are also high in that list. This survey also shows that 65.8% of girls aged between 15 and 19 are anaemic. And as a result, there is an increase in infant and maternal deaths. While child marriage has been a common practice in India, It is also a worldwide problem. According to UNICEF, the total number of girls married in childhood stands at 12 million per year. If this is not dealt with, 150 million additional girls will marry before they turn 18 by 2030. UNICEF is aiming to completely abolish child marriages by 2030, as a part of the Sustainable Development goals. It says that there has been good progress, but it is inconsistent. Bangladesh, Brazil, Ethiopia, India and Nigeria account for about half of the total child brides in the world. According to the NFHS, girls with either or below primary level education have experienced higher levels of child marriage. Poverty and lack of good public infrastructure are also mentioned as causes for the practice to go on. Laws like Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, aim at protecting children from violation of human and other rights. The Union government is also considering raising the age of marriage for women to 21 years. But will just this prevent child marriages from happening? Experts believe that the eradication of poverty, better education and public infrastructure facilities for children, raising social awareness on health, nutrition, regressive social norms and inequalities can help. Additionally, stricter laws and better implementation of centralised schemes like the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao is required to put a stop to this. Several states encourage girl children to pursue higher studies through financial aid and other schemes. More child marriage prohibition officers are also being appointed by the states to spread awareness not only about the legality but also about the health risks in child marriage. These measures have resulted in the steady decline of child marriage in states like Madhya Pradesh Rajasthan, Haryana, Odisha. States like Kerala and Tamil Nadu, that have higher literacy levels and better health and social indices, have fared much better on this score. Though NFHS data says that child marriage has declined by 3.5% points in the last 5 years, India still has some way to go before the practice is well and truly abolished.Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz
The rise of Benjamin Netanyahu| The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-10 | Benjamin Netanyahu is back. In the recent parliamentary elections in Israel, his right-wing religious bloc secured 64 of the 120 seats in the Knesset, the Israeli ParliamentNetanyahu's Likud party emerged as the strongest political force with 32 seats in the November 1 election.In his political career that started in the early 1990s, Benjamin ‘Bibi’ Netanyahu was written off several times. And every time, he made a stronger comebackReport- Stanly JohnyProduction- Gayatri MenonVoiceover- Kanishkaa Balachandran Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#benjaminnetanyahu #bibi #isreal Chapters00:00 - Intro00:27 - The rise of Benjamin Netanyahu2:27 - Netanyahu's views on Palestine2:54 - Netanyahu's foreign policies
Business Matters | How badly will US curbs on export of advanced chips affect China? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-09 | Last month, the U.S. brought in restrictions on export of semiconductors, or chips, to China. This is unprecedented.Earlier, the world’s biggest economy has had some restrictions on export to the Asian country, such as a particular kind of technology or on technology sharing with a specific company such as Huawei, but this time the U.S. has gone big bang: no export of advanced chips, or of equipment used in the manufacture of such chips, nor even blanket permissions on U.S. citizens and green card holders to work with China on such technology. To do any of these, you would need a license from the U.S. government. Why did the US do this now? In two words: national security. The US-based Center for Strategic and International Studies said, all major U.S. defense systems and platforms rely on semiconductors for their performance. Consequently, the erosion of U.S. capabilities in microelectronics is a direct threat to the United States’ ability to defend itself and its allies. Wars of the future will be fought on technology.It looks like there would be a significant impact on China. After all, Taiwan ships more chips than any other country. Semiconductor manufacturing equipment comes from ASML in the Netherlands and Samsung in Korea and some of it from Japan. Couldn’t China cock a snook at the US and buy from these nations? It looks like it isn’t that simple.How would China’s global tech ambitions be hit here? Is there any chance for India to gain some opportunistic business?Script and presentation: K. Bharat KumarProduction: Shibu NarayanVideography: Johan SathyadasThank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Shopian Muslims long for the return of Kashmiri Pandits | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-08 | The lanes of Shopian in Jammu and Kashmir are deserted. Families of at least 10 Kashmiri Pandits have fled the area. With a heavy heart, their Muslim neighbours are hoping for their return.In October, Puran Krishan Bhat, a Kashmiri Pandit, was shot dead by militants while he was on his way to an orchard. The Kashmir Freedom Fighter group, which claimed responsibility for the attack, has warned of more such attacks.Bhat was part of the families who did not leave Kashmir through the most difficult period of terrorism in the 1990s. The remaining Muslim population say that they lived in harmony all these years. But the recent wave of terror forced Pandit families to leave their ancestral homes. At least six members of the minority community have been killed in targeted attacks by militants this year.As the harvest season dawns on the Valley, their Muslim neighbours are taking care of their orchards and apple produce. We spoke to some of them. Read more: thehindu.com/news/national/in-frames-on-same-side-of-fence/article66103213.ece/photo/8Reporting: Nissar AhmadVoiceover: Kanishkaa BalichandranProduction: Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#kashmir #jammu #kashmiripandit
Bengaluru police stations now have libraries | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-08 | This is a unique library in Bengaluru. It is not located where you would typically expect to find one. This library is inside a police station and it is not the only one. There are four such libraries and you may even find more at a police station closest to you. In a big step towards community outreach, on Karnataka Rajyotsava, the southeast division of Bengaluru city police set up these libraries. The idea was to make police stations more citizen-friendly and welcoming. Read more here: thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/police-stations-in-southeast-division-to-have-libraries/article65905779.eceReporting: Darshan Devaiah B.P.Voiceover: Nalme NachiyarProduction: Abhinaya SriramThank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
All you need to know about the US midterm elections | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-07 | In November 2020, Joe Biden was elected the 46th President of the US. After two years, the stage is all set for another nationwide election - the Midterm elections. As the name suggests, the midterm elections are placed right in the middle of a President’s term. That is, two years after the Presidential elections and two years before the next one. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 34 seats in the Senate will be contested. Moreover, states across the country will also elect their governors. Unlike India, the US follows the two-party system that controls both houses of the US Congress. Similar to the Parliament of India, the US Congress has two houses - the Senate and the House of Representatives. Members of both houses have different term lengths and compositions. The House of Representatives, often referred to as the House, has 435 members who are elected every two years. While the Senate has 100 members, and each serves a six-year term. Since members of the House have a two-year term, all 435 seats will be contested during the elections. On the other hand, 1/3rd or 34 seats of the Senate will also be up for elections. Why are the midterm elections important? What is at stake for the ruling party?Script, voiceover and production: Richard Kujur#midterms2022 #usa #joebiden #democrats #republicans Thank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Himachal Pradesh polls | Why is old pension scheme important? | Talking Politics with Nistula Hebbar The Hindu 2022-11-06 | The state of Himachal Pradesh goes to polls on November 12. The ruling Bharatiya Janta Party aims to retain power in the state.However, several government employees are unhappy over the non-implementation of the old pension scheme and this could prove to be a major roadblock for BJP.Congress, on the other hand, has promised the scheme's implementation in its manifesto. In this episode of Talking Politics, Nistula Hebbar highlights the differences between the old and the new pension scheme, and their political significance in the Himachal Pradesh assembly elections. Produced by: Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#himachalpradesh #oldpensionscheme
Why is the Nile river in danger? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-06 | This is the Nile river. The survival of half a billion people depends on this river.But the second-longest river in the world is currently facing grave threats from climate change, pollution, and human exploitation. Over the past 50 years, its flow has dropped from 3,000 cubic meters per second to 2,830 cubic meters.Even Lake Victoria, which supplies the majority of the water for the Nile, may dry up as a result of drought, evaporation, and slow tilts in the Earth's axis. Voiceover: Gopika K PProduction: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Kids in Niger resume school after jihadist horrors | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-05 | In a small town in Niger, children are celebrating going back to school. For the past five years, this region was haunted by jihadist violence. This forced many families to flee for their safety. Now, new centres such as these are helping displaced children to resume schooling. Niger, a country in West Africa, is one of the poorest countries in the world. Amnesty International says that armed groups in the country have committed human rights abuses, including war crimes. According to UNICEF, 817 schools which had around 72,421 students, including 34,464 girls, have been closed in Niger. Now, an action response called "Education Tillabéri" has created cluster centres that serve as schools. Around 17,000 students have already re-entered the schooling system. The educational sites offer free canteens. Here, students learn either in shelters or in classrooms with tables and benches. Many children who arrived at the new camps showed signs of distress and trauma. Many had seen their family members murdered in front of their eyes. These centres offer children psychological and social support that provides stability after their traumatic experiences. Voiceover: Abhinaya SriramProduced: Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video. You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
All about India’s first private sector aircraft | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-05 | In this video, we'll take a look at India's first private sector aircraft – the C-295! We'll discuss Airbus, TASL, the Indian Air force, and Avro, and we'll explore Narendra Modi's role in the project.This video is a great introduction to the C-295 – the first private sector aircraft in India. We'll discuss its features and see how it compares to other aircraft in terms of size and capabilities. We'll also look at the history of the project and the role Narendra Modi played in its development. Thanks for watching!In this video, we'll take a look at India's first private sector aircraft – the C-295! We'll discuss Airbus, TASL, the Indian Air force, and Avro, and we'll explore Narendra Modi's role in the project.This video is a great introduction to the C-295 – the first private sector aircraft in India. We'll discuss its features and see how it compares to other aircraft in terms of size and capabilities. We'll also look at the history of the project and the role Narendra Modi played in its development. Thanks for watching!In this video, we'll take a look at India's first private sector aircraft – the C-295! We'll discuss Airbus, TASL, the Indian Air force, and Avro, and we'll explore Narendra Modi's role in the project.This video is a great introduction to the C-295 – the first private sector aircraft in India. We'll discuss its features and see how it compares to other aircraft in terms of size and capabilities. We'll also look at the history of the project and the role Narendra Modi played in its development. Thanks for watching!For the first time in India, a private sector company will be manufacturing a full aircraft. On October 30, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the C-295 transport aircraft manufacturing facility in Vadodara. This aircraft is going to be made by Airbus Defence and Space and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL). This is considered a big boost to the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign The C-295MW is of 5-10 tonne capacity and can carry around 70 paratroops. It has a maximum cruise speed of 480 kilometres per hour. It has a rear ramp door for quick reaction and para dropping of troops and cargo. It is powered by the Canadian company, Pratt & Whitney’s PW127 engines. They are part of the PW100 family. The C-295 is also known for its fuel efficiency. All 56 aircraft will be installed with indigenous Electronic Warfare Suite. On September 24, 2021 the Ministry of Defence (MoD) approved the procurement of 56 C-295MW aircraft from Airbus Defence and Space along with associated equipment. This mega deal is worth ₹21,935 crore. Of the 56 aircraft, 16 will come in fly-away condition from Spain between September 2023 and August 2025. The remaining 40 will be manufactured in India to be delivered between September 2026 and 2031 at the rate of eight aircraft per year. This project is set to create 15,000 skilled jobs across the aerospace ecosystem At the Indian air force, the C-295 aircraft will replace the ageing Avro planes. The legacy aircrafts were procured in the 1960s. It could carry 48 paratroopers or six tonnes of freight. It has a max cruise speed of 452 kilometres per hour. Thank you for watching our video.You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Attack on Imran Khan | Why Pakistans neighbours should be concerned |Worldview with Suhasini Haidar The Hindu 2022-11-04 | On November 3, Opposition leader and former PM Imran Khan, who has just launched a Haqeeqi Azadi or real freedom movement calling for immediate elections, was shot at in both legs during a rally in Wazirabad, about 100 km from Lahore. He is now stable and recovering from his injuries in the hospital. At least one person was killed in the shooting and several others, including Khan’s aides, were injured.In this episode of Worldview, Suhasini Haidar turns a spotlight on the recent attack on Imran Khan and its impact on the country and its neighbours. Produced by: Gayatri Menon & Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#pakistan #imrakhan
Saffron fields to the rescue for Afghan schoolgirls| The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-04 | Education has become a dream for these girl students in Afghanistan More than a year since the Taliban barred girls from attending schools, many girls are working in the saffron fields in the western province of Herat Afghanistan is one of the largest exporters of saffron While the industry has always recruited women, this year it has seen a surge in high school girl students Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Elon Musk and the recent hectic developments at Twitter | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-04 | Last week, Elon Musk walked into Twitter’s headquarters with a big grin and carrying a porcelain sink. Subsequently, his tweet “let that sink in” went viral on the social media platform. He changed his description in his Twitter profile to “Chief Twit”. This is how Musk, the CEO of electric car maker Tesla, and also the world’s richest person, announced his takeover of Twitter. He bought the social media platform for $44 billion. This deal is a culmination of a remarkable saga, full of twists and turns, that sowed doubt over whether Musk would complete the deal. Musk said he wants to “defeat” spam bots on Twitter. He indicated that he sees Twitter as a foundation for creating a “super app” that offers everything from money transfers to shopping and ride-hailing. He also hopes to prevent the platform from becoming an echo chamber for hate and division, even as he limits censorship.What are the key developments so far in Twitter since Musk took over?Script and production: Abhinaya Sriram#twitter #elonmusk #paragagrawal Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Will the new tetrapod seawall save this coastal village in Kerala? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-03 | There is a cautious calm in Chellanam, a fishing hamlet in Ernakulam district of Kerala. A huge seawall now shields much of the coast from the increasingly unpredictable Arabian Sea. Sitting on top of a granite base are numerous concrete tetrapods weighing more than two tons each.They are placed carefully in position and locked with each other to create a formidable structure. Why have these curiously shaped tetrapods been placed here, in this particular stretch of coastline? Reporting by: MP Praveen and KA MartinScript, Videos and Interviews: Aswin V.NSpecial inputs by: Thulasi KakkatVoiceover: Gopika K PProduction: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#chellanam #seawall
All about the worlds longest passenger train | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-03 | Switzerland is now home to the world's longest passenger train. The train has 100 coaches, measures 1910 metres and consists of 4,550 seats. The train was seen passing through the mountainous landscape in the Swiss Alps on October 29th, 2022. While there are freight trains that are longer, the Rhaetian Railway announced that it had beat the world record for the longest passenger train. It was announced at an event marking the 175th anniversary of Switzerland's railway system. The train carried 150 passengers on its journey. It wound through dazzling sunshine reflecting off its shiny-silver roof. The train also comes with a digital destination sign on the front that reads "Alpine Cruise" It took the spectacular Albula-Bernina route, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The route covered nearly 25 kilometres from Preda to Alvaneu in less than 45 minutes. It passed through 22 helical tunnels and crossed 48 bridges on its way. Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#switzerland #train #passengertrain
Business Matters | What needs to change in India’s e-waste policy? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-02 | Do you remember what happened to the last 3 mobile phones in your family and that are not in use anymore? That old electrical iron box? Your camera lying untouched because your phones have taken over? Are they in cupboards, lofts? If you are kicking yourself for letting electronic waste piling up in this manner, you can draw consolation from the fact that you aren’t alone in this world. The world today has 16 billion mobile phones. Of these, 5.3 billion will go out of use this year. The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Forum recently conducted surveys whose results were consolidated by the UN Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) Sustainable Cycles (SCYCLE) Programme released last month on International e-Waste Day.In 2022 alone, small EEE items such as cell phones, toasters and cameras produced worldwide will weigh an estimated total of 24.5 million tonnes. “These devices offer many important resources – gold, silver, palladium – that can be used in the production of new electronic devices or other equipment, such as wind turbines, electric car batteries or solar panels – all crucial for the green, digital transition to low-carbon societies.”What is the e-waste management policy in India? Why is e-waste recycling critical? And what are the problems facing the recycling industry?Script and presentation: K. Bharat KumarProduction: Shibu NarayanVideography: Johan SathyadasThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Why are climate activists throwing food at famous paintings? |The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-02 | 'Girl with a Pearl Earring’, a world-famous painting by Johannes Vermeer, was targeted by climate activists at a Dutch museum on October 27 A video going viral on social media shows a man trying to glue his head to the glass-protected painting The incident is not an isolated one, though. It is the latest in a string of similar occurrences in Europe, with climate protesters throwing either soup or food at famous artworks Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#climatechange #climateprotest #art
All about Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Brazils new President | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-02 | Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has made a comeback. Lula defeated incumbent Jair Bolsonaro to be re-elected as the country’s President. This win marks the end of the country’s most right-wing government in decades. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, popularly known as Lula, is the co-founder of the Workers' Party. He served two terms as the President of Brazil between 2003 and 2010. Former US President Barack Obama once called him "the most popular politician on Earth." He is remembered for leading the country through a period of economic growth. His economic reforms lifted an estimated 20 million people out of extreme poverty. He also turned Brazil into a key player on the international stage. But soon, he was mired in a massive corruption scandal. For the same, he was jailed in 2018, the year Bolsonaro won. Last year, the Supreme Court threw out his convictions. Lula’s win has come as an opposition to the leadership of far-right Bolsonaro. During Bolsonaro’s regime, Brazil saw the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, with nearly 7,00,000 registered deaths, and a troubled economy. Lula has highlighted the need for peace, democracy, and opportunity in Brazil. He has promised gender and racial equality, and an end to the hunger crisis affecting over 33 million Brazilians. He is also a climate-change advocate and has vowed to protect the Amazon rainforest. The term pink tide is used to describe the wave of leftist governments that emerged in the early 2000s in Latin America. It started with Venezuela's Hugo Chavez and Bolivia's Evo Morales, as well as Lula himself. Countries over the following decade swung to the right. Now, the pink tide seems to be making a comeback. Last year, Peru, Chile and Honduras voted for left-wing governments, while Colombia in June elected its first leftist president.Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#lula #brazil #brazilelections
All about Indias language politics | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-01 | All languages are equal but are some languages more equal than others? This is the question being asked by some leaders in the non-Hindi speaking states. The recent recommendations given by the Parliamentary Committee on Official Language has triggered angry reactions The committee has recommended that Hindi will be the medium of instruction in Central institutions of higher education in Hindi-speaking States and regional languages in other States. This has been viewed by some as “hindi imposition”. The Chief Ministers of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, M.K Stalin and Pinarayi Vijayan, have called for equal treatment to all the languages specified under the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. Anti-hindi agitations, particularly in the southern states, are not a new phenomenon. It goes back decades It all began in August 1937, when C. Rajagopalachari, who headed the then Madras Presidency, decided to make Hindi compulsory in secondary schools. E.V. Ramasamy, or Periyar spearheaded an agitation against the move.Later in February 1940, the British government made Hindi optional. In the Constituent Assembly, Hindi was voted as the official language by a single vote. However, it added that English would continue to be used as an associate official language for 15 years. But the agitations took on a different pitch in the 1960s, after the Official Languages Act came into effect in 1963. This made Hindi the official language of the Union government. The agitation hit the streets again and Tamil Nadu was the epicentre of these protests. However, in 1959 the then PM Jawaharlal Nehru had given an assurance in Parliament that English would continue to be in use as long as non-Hindi speaking people wanted it. Through the years, leaders in the Centre have assured that Hindi will not be imposed on the non-hindi speaking states. But all along, actions like change of highway signs to Hindi, or changes in the National education policy have given these states reasons to show their reservations. The Committee of Parliament on Official Language was set up in 1976 under Section 4 of The Official Languages Act, 1963. According to the act, the committee will have 30 MPs - 20 from Lok Sabha and 10 from Rajya Sabha. The Union home minister will head this committee. This Committee reviews the progress made in Hindi being used for official purposes. It also makes recommendations to increase the use of Hindi in official communications. In September 2022, the 11th volume of the Report of the Official Language Committee headed by Home Minister Amit Shah, was submitted to President Droupadi Murmu. The recommendations say that English will be permitted to be a medium of instruction in all technical and non-technical institutions only where it is absolutely essential. The idea is to gradually replace English with Hindi. The committee has recommended the removal of English as one of the languages in examinations held for recruitment to the Central services. It has recommended that candidates should have a requisite knowledge of Hindi The union government has always insisted that these recommendations are only to replace English with Hindi and not the local or regional language.On April 8th, 2022, Amit Shah in his statement mentioned that when citizens of States communicate with each other, it should be in the language of India, with Hindi being accepted as an alternative to English. On Hindi day, he stressed that Hindi is a “friend” and not a competitor of the regional languages. Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#hindiimposition #antihindiagitation #stophindiimposition
Data Point | Deepavali day pollution: How cities fared in 2022 | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-11-01 | Deepavali, the Festival of Lights, is sadly also becoming the festival of pollution, specifically air pollution. As fireworks light up the skies and streets, a thick haze of smoke rises up in the air and fills our lungs. Over the years, central and state governments have enforced several bans on bursting crackers, which have resulted in varying degrees of failure. This year, some parts of India showed noticeably lower pollution levels on Deepavali day. In this episode, we look at the data and break down why this might be happening. Find out more in our Data Point story: thehindu.com/data/data-deepavali-day-record-pollution-levels-in-chennai-and-bengaluru-but-delhi-and-kolkata-fare-better/article66060943.eceScript, presentation, production and editing: Sonikka Loganathan Ideation and data support: Sonikka Loganathan, Rebecca Rose Varghese and Vignesh RadhakrishnanThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#diwali #deepavali #pollution #airqualityindex #airquality
All about the Dharavi Redevelopment Project | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-31 | Dharavi, in the heart of Mumbai, is Asia's largest slum. It is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. Dharavi is home to close to 58,000 families and around 12,000 commercial establishments. Over the course of 18 years, successive governments in Maharashtra have talked about revamping Dharavi. On October 18, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Maharashtra’s deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis signed a ‘definitive agreement’ for this purpose. Under this, over 47.5 acres of Railway land in Dadar, in central Mumbai, has been handed over for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. How many in Mumbai live in slums? As per the Slum Rehabilitation Authority scheme, 48.35% of Mumbai’s population live in slums. Out of Mumbai’s total area, about 24% is occupied by slums. According to a survey, there are just under 50,000 slum dwellers and close to 10,000 renewal tenements in chawls in Dharavi. Out of more than 600 acres of Dharavi, the project would cover roughly 240 hectares. What does the project entail? The Slum Rehabilitation Authority and the lead bidder will form a special purpose vehicle. A special purpose vehicle is an entity formed for a specific purpose of infrastructure and rehabilitation. It will work alongside the Dharavi Redevelopment Authority to execute Phase 1 of the project. This includes redevelopment of specific areas comprising slum and non-slum sections, buildings and chawls. Read more here: thehindu.com/news/cities/mumbai/what-is-the-dharavi-redevelopment-project/article66050396.eceReporting: Sonal Saigal Voiceover & Production: Abhinaya Sriram Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#dharavi #mumbai #slum
#shorts | Gujarat Morbi bridge collapses The Hindu 2022-10-31 | At least 141 people dead, several feared trapped after a suspension bridge collapsed in Gujarat’s Morbi; relief and rescue operations are underway#shorts #Gujaratbridge #morbibridge
Arvind Kejriwals competitive Hindutva | Talking Politics with Nistula Hebbar | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-30 | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has written a letter to PM Modi demanding that images of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha be printed on currency notes. He says that the “blessings of our gods and goddesses" is one of the measures to get the economy back on track.In this episode of Talking Politics, Nistula Hebbar breaks down the concept of competitive Hindutva and its significance in Indian politics. Produced by: Kivleen Kaur SahniYou can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#arvindkejriwal #aap #bjp
Rishi Sunak as UK PM | Will the India-UK FTA finally happen? | Worldview with Suhasini Haidar The Hindu 2022-10-29 | It has been a week of change in UK’s 10 Downing Street, and a week of celebration for many in India as Rishi Sunak became the country’s new Prime Minister. This is the first time that a non-white, Asian immigrant of Indian ancestry has done so. Liz Truss, the incumbent who lasted less than 45 days, threw in the towel recently.In this episode, Suhasini Haidar will look at what this moment means for Sunak, UK, and India-UK ties.Produced by: Reenu Cyriac & Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#rishisunak #uk #britain
Why is this US basketball star still in a Russian jail? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-29 | This US basketball player, Brittney Griner, has been jailed in Russia on drug charges. She was handed a nine-year sentence for possessing two vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport. Cannabis is illegal in Russia for both medicinal and recreational purposes. Her arrest came amid heightened tensions between Moscow and Washington, just days before Russia invaded Ukraine. Recently, the 32-year-old appeared in court via video call from a detention centre near Moscow. She asked the regional court in Moscow to reduce her "traumatic" sentence. But, the court has rejected the appeal by Griner. Voiceover: Diksha MunjalProduction: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#brittneygriner #basketballplayer #drugcase
Who was Arshad Sharif and why are journalists in Pakistan worried?|The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-28 | Tens of thousands of mourners attended the funeral Thursday of a Pakistani journalist shot dead by police in Kenya after he fled arrest in his home country.Arshad Sharif, a strident critic of Pakistan's powerful military establishment and supporter of former premier Imran Khan, died when Kenyan police opened fire on his car at a roadblock outside the capital at the weekend.Sharif had fled the country in August to escape sedition charges, and his death triggered widespread speculation in Pakistan that he was targeted for his views.Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#arshadsharif
Did you know Nepal has a dog festival? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-28 | This is Kukur Tihar, a dog festival in Nepal. As the Himalayan country celebrates Diwali, this ceremony takes place on the second day of the festival. It is devoted to animals associated with Yamaraj, the god of death and justice. Dog lovers honour stray and pet dogs by putting bright orange garlands around their necks. Dogs are offered meat, milk, eggs, and dog food. Voiceover: Gopika K PProduction: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#kukurtihar #nepal #dogs
Do all countries recognise Jerusalem as Israels capital? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-27 | Is the whole of Jerusalem the capital of Israel? This has been an unresolved issue for decades, and it isn’t just limited to the two main players, Israel and Palestine. It goes beyond.In recent years, several countries have gone back and forth between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv in opening their embassies. After the Six Day War in 1967, Israel annexed east Jerusalem and has declared the entire city as its capital.But Palestine believes that East Jerusalem should be the capital of the future State of Palestine. Why is Jerusalem in the news again? On October 18th, the new Australian government under Antony Albanese said it would not recognise West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. This reverses the decision taken in December 2018 by the then Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who had formally recognised West Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. The center-left Labor Party government Cabinet headed by Albanese agreed to again recognize Tel Aviv as the capital and reaffirmed that Jerusalem's status must be resolved in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians. What is the two-State solution? Do other countries recognise West Jerusalem as Israel’s capital? Read more here: thehindu.com/news/international/explained-is-jerusalem-recognised-as-the-capital-of-israel/article66031201.eceReporting: Priyali Prakash Voiceover & Production: Abhinaya Sriram Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#israel #palestine #australia
What are Indias surrogacy laws? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-27 | On October 8th, Tamil actor Nayantara and her husband posted a picture with their newborn baby. Within hours, the post exploded into a controversy. Many thought the couple flouted the surrogacy law. Soon after, Tamil Nadu’s Health minister ordered an inquiry. For long, India has been a hub of surrogacy. Couples from around the globe fly to India for its better and more affordable medical system. But this has led to an increase in commercial surrogacy and malpractice. To curb this, the government started regulating surrogacy in the country. So what do the surrogacy laws in India say? Who can opt for surrogacy in India? And who can be a surrogate mother?#surrogacy #surrogacylaws #indiansurrogacylaws #nayanthara Script and production: Richard KujurThank you for watching our video.You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Cyclone Sitrangs trail of destruction| The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-27 | At least 24 people have died after cyclone Sitrang made landfall in Bangladesh on October 24th Around 2,000 electric poles were damaged, leaving 8 million people without electricity on October 25th, while schools were shut across most of the country’s southThe Bangladesh government said about 10,000 homes were damaged and more than 6,000 hectares (15,000 acres) of crops were destroyed in the cycloneFlooding was reported from many low-lying areas including the capital Dhaka #sitrang #sitrangcyclone #bangladesh Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Business Matters | Why did the Finance Minister compare Indian industry to Lord Hanuman? The Hindu 2022-10-26 | Last month, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman asked captains of industry what was holding them back from investing in manufacturing. She likened industry to Lord Hanuman from the Ramayana, saying industry did realise its own strengths and that it should forge ahead with confidence.She said, “This is the time for India… We cannot miss the bus”. Why did she say this?This discussion will look at two aspects: some macroeconomic indicators that indicate a sluggish pace of investments in manufacturing over the recent past; and two, why there is a glimmer of hope that a pickup is likely around the corner.Clearly, the Finance Minister did not see investments happening at a pace she would have liked. In the hope of revitalising private investment, the government had in Sept 2019 cut the tax rate for domestic companies from 30% to 22% if they stopped availing of any other tax sop. For new manufacturing firms set up after October 1, 2019, and commencing operations, the tax rate was set at 15%.Is the current scenario so dim as to require the Minister to egg industry on for investments?Script and presentation: K. Bharat KumarVideography: Johan SathyadasProduction: Shibu NarayanThank you for watching our video.You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#nirmalasitharaman #indianindustry #investment
Why does Andhra Pradesh want 3 capitals? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-26 | What is the capital of Andhra Pradesh? If your answer is Amaravati, it is both right and wrong. Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy has proposed that the State should have 3 capitals - Visakhapatnam, Kurnool and Amaravati When Andhra Pradesh was divided into Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in 2014, Hyderabad was made capital of the newly formed Telangana. The then CM Chandrababu Naidu wanted to make Amaravati AP’s capital. His vision was to build a world-class capital city. To make this happen, thousands of farmers on the banks of the Krishna river gave their fertile lands, spreading across 33,000 acres, to the TDP-led government. In October 2015, PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the city’s development. Buildings were constructed and businesses were established. Amaravati was being built as per the approved master plan. In the 2019 elections, the TDP government lost to the YSR Congress Party. As YSR congress’s Jagan Mohan Reddy became the CM, the development of Amaravati was stalled. In December 2019, Jagan Reddy proposed that Andhra Pradesh should have 3 capitals, along the lines of South Africa which has three capitals - Pretoria, the administrative Capital, Cape Town, the legislative capital, and Bloemfontein, the judicial capital. This was introduced as the AP Decentralisation and Inclusive Development of All Regions Act, 2020. Through this, Visakhapatnam would be the executive capital, Kurnool the judicial capital and Amaravati, the legislative capital. This was done for the sake of development of the north coastal districts - the coastal stretch from West Godavari to Nellore and backward Rayalaseema. Governor Biswa Bhusan Harichandan gave his assent to the relevant Bills in July, 2020. This move faced a lot of criticism and opposition. The farmers who gave their lands under the ‘pooling scheme’ for the construction of the greenfield capital city began to protest. The Acts were challenged in the High Court by farmers and the court ruled in favour of the farmers. It directed the government to develop Amaravati as the state’s sole capital. The YSR congress government repealed the decentralisation bill in November 2021. In September 2022, Jagan Mohan Reddy revived the 3-capital proposal. He insisted that decentralisation is the only means for all-round development. He argued that Visakhapatnam is the biggest city in the state with ready-made infrastructure and would be the natural choice to be the executive capital. ]He added that on the other hand, Amaravati would require over Rs.1 lakh crores for even the basic infrastructure to be established. To counter the CM’s move, the farmers of Amaravati launched a non-political Joint Action Committee under the title Amaravati Parirakshana Samithi. They set out on Maha Padayatra from Amaravati to Arasavalli in Srikakulam district. The YSR-congress responded by launching a non-political JAC in Visakhapatnam that vouched for the idea of three capitals. Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Rishi Sunak, UKs first Indian-origin PM | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-26 | In July 2022, Rishi Sunak resigned as UK’s finance minister, admitting that it could be his “last ministerial job”. Quite to the contrary, though. He soon became a Prime Ministerial candidate following a dramatic turn of events in British politics. In that contest, he finished the runner-up. Cut to October, Rishi Sunak is now UK’s next Prime Minister. He replaces Liz Truss, whose tenure ended in just 45 days. Rishi Sunak is UK’s first Indian-origin prime minister. How did life come a full circle for Sunak in a matter of months, and how did he get here?Voiceover and production: Ananyaa Desikan #rishisunak #rishisunakpm #unitedkingdom #greatbritain #britain Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
Odisha cops are teaching girls how to defend themselves | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-25 | The Odisha's Bargarh police have come up with a special programme titled ‘Veerangana’ under which police have to reach out to girls in their jurisdiction for providing self-defence training.In eight days, 34,500 girl students have undergone training by police in 333 schools and colleges, under ‘ Veerangana’ programme.#odisha #selfdefense Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu
#Shorts | Partial solar eclipse today The Hindu 2022-10-25 | The partial solar eclipse on October 25 will last 1 hour and 45 minutes in India. It can be seen from most parts of India except a few states in the northeast. It is harmful to watch an eclipse with naked eyes. #shorts #solareclipse2022
Challenges ahead for new Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge |Talking Politics with Nistula Hebbar The Hindu 2022-10-23 | Mallikarjun Kharge was elected as the new Congress president after he secured 7,897 out of the 9,385 votes polled. He has become the first non-Gandhi leader in 24 years to occupy the party’s top post.His election comes at a time when the Congress party is facing multiple challenges from all directions. In this episode of Talking Politics, Nistula Hebbar highlights the various challenges that lie ahead for the new Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. Produced by: Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#congress #mallikarjunkharge #rahulgandhi
What is nihonshu and why is Japan seeking a GI tag? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-22 | Nihonshu is an alcoholic beverage also known as Japanese sake. The Embassy of Japan in New Delhi is seeking a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for nihonshu. It is also the first time a product from Japan has filed for a GI tag at the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai. What is special about nihonshu? In Japan, nihonshu is regarded as a valuable beverage. It is made from fermenting rice. People traditionally drink nihonshu on special occasions such as festivals, weddings or funerals, apart from daily consumption. Thus, it is an integral part of the lifestyle and culture in Japan. Read more here: thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/geographical-indication-tag-sought-for-nihonshu-an-alcoholic-beverage-from-japan/article66027867.eceReporting: Sangeetha KandavelVoiceover & Production: Abhinaya Sriram Thank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#nihonshu #japanesesake #geographicalindication
What is the Global Hunger Index and how is it calculated? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-22 | The Global Hunger Index 2022 was released recently. Out of 121 countries in this list, India’s ranking is at 107. It was Jointly published by Concern Worldwide and Welt Hunger Hilfe, Non-Government Organisations from Ireland and Germany respectively. What is the Global Hunger Index? The Global Hunger Index, or GHI, has been released almost every year since 2000 It is a tool for comprehensively measuring and tracking hunger at global, regional, and national levels. The GHI is intended to raise awareness and understanding of the struggle against hunger. It provides a way to compare levels of hunger between countries and regions. And even call attention to those areas of the world where hunger levels are highest and where the need for additional efforts to eliminate hunger is greatest. The reason for mapping hunger is to ensure that the world achieves “Zero Hunger by 2030”, which is one of the Sustainable Development Goals laid out by the United Nations. How is GHI calculated? What does the ranking say about India? Reporting: Jagriti ChandraVoiceover: Gopika K PProduction: Reenu CyriacThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#globalhungerindex #zerohunger #hunger
Chinas Communist Party Congress | Why should India pay attention? | Worldview with Suhasini Haidar The Hindu 2022-10-21 | The Communist Party of China, or the CPC, holds a national congress every five years. The 20th National Congress of the CPC was held on October 16th, in Beijing.In this episode of Worldview, Suhasini Haidar takes a deep dive into the 20th Party Congress and Xi Jinping's future plans as he is given an unprecedented third term. Will China’s fighting spirit mean more conflict in the region and why should India pay attention?Production: Gayatri Menon & Kivleen Kaur SahniThank you for watching our video!You can subscribe to our channel here: bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit thehindu.com for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps:Android: bit.ly/3nboBEiiOs: apple.co/3EDCwt4The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital offerings here: bit.ly/3emywiz Follow us: Twitter: twitter.com/the_hindu Instagram: instagram.com/the_hindu#china #xijinping
Annual migration of birds has begun. Where can you see them? | The Hindu The Hindu 2022-10-21 | Over 400 species of birds congregate across the Indian subcontinent. They take nine flyways across the world and some unusual routes during this flight. It’s an exciting time as a number of incredibly beautiful birds pass through India, and many stay here for the winter before heading to Africa. So, where you can see them? Recently, the greenish warbler arrived in Bengaluru, after flying thousands of kilometres from the mountains of Central Asia. In Chennai, water birds are among the first to arrive and can be spotted around Pallikaranai, Sholinganallur marsh, Kelambakkam and Pulicat. There are also other species like yellow wagtail, citrine wagtail and white-wagtail that can be seen at Pallikaranai marsh, Sholinganallur or Perumbakkam marsh. In Delhi, shore birds like bar-tailed godwit, common ringed plover, forest wagtail and Indian blue robin have been spotted at NCR and areas around Sultanpur National Park. Experts say these birds migrate from their summer habitat in Jammu & Kashmir towards Kerala. This year, we are noticing an early movement, perhaps because of early winters in Europe.Read the full story here: thehindu.com/life-and-style/annual-migration-of-birds-across-the-indian-subcontinent-has-begun/article65970914.ece#birds #migration #migrating #migratingbirds Story: K. JeshiProduction: Shibu NarayanVoiceover: KP GopikaVideos and photos: Special Arrangement, Getty Images
