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The top Indian Army official representing the five southern Indian states visited Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri district to personally thank and felicitate the first responders, government machinery, and locals who risked life and limb to conduct search and rescue operations at the Mi-17 V5 Chopper crash site.

The chopper carrying India’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife and 12 others crashed into a hillside in the Nilgiris district on Wednesday, December 8th. 13 lives were lost in the crash, and the lone survivor, Group Captain Varun Singh, continues to remain in critical care.

Touring the Nilgiris, Lt Gen A. Arun, General-Officer-Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area, led the felicitation events, interacted with the first responders and authorities. The Madras Regimental Center (MRC), Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Army Hospital, and the Nanjappan Chatram village were among the locations that he visited to formally thank and recognise the selfless service of the common public and authorities.

Among those felicitated and recognised were officials from the police, fire services, forest department, health, ambulance services, revenue, electricity board, first responders, Coonoor Shopkeepers association, etc. Speaking at the MRC, home to the Indian Army’s oldest regiment, Lt Gen Arun expressed his heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the entire Tamil Nadu government machinery. He emphasised the most brutal challenges and circumstances (terrain, weather, flaming chopper), under which the search and rescue were carried out.

Being a hillside that is not directly accessible by motorable road, the victims of the crash and their mortal remains had to be carried to the ambulances that were waiting at the nearest accessible roads. Amid the blaze and heat of the explosion, the local residents and authorities managed to conduct a search and rescue. As first responders, local residents not only reached the crash site, but also alerted the authorities instantly.

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"It would have been impossible to recover the 14 victims from the crashed chopper in time, if not for brave people like you… In any accident, those who step up and help are equal to God.. For the 14 crash victims and their families, you are Living Gods" Lt Gen Arun, expressed in Tamil, in his address to the villagers of Nanjappan Chatram. It was at Nanjappan Chatram, a small settlement of estate workers, near the Coonoor town of Nilgiris district that the tragic chopper crash had occurred, as India's top military leader was headed for the nearby Defence services Staff College, to deliver a lecture.

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Pointing out how the villagers had used everything at their disposal to aid search and rescue, he thanked them for having used blankets, bedsheets, medicines, buckets of water to extricate the passengers and material. . "Good Samaritans like you can’t be found anywhere easily. Citizens like you inspire us (Defence personnel) to fight for the motherland.. Ordinary people can’t do what you did…", he extolled the people of the Nanjappan Chatram village.

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While serving officials of various departments were appreciated with letters of recognition, medals, medallions and by presenting shawls, the villagers were provided with essential winter supplies, such as rations, winter clothing, blankets emergency lights etc.

The top Indian Army official representing the five southern Indian states visited Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri district to personally thank and felicitate the first responders, government machinery, and locals who risked life and limb to conduct search and rescue operations at the Mi-17 V5 Chopper crash site.

The top Indian Army official representing the five southern Indian states visited Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri district to personally thank and felicitate the first responders, government machinery, and locals who risked life and limb to conduct search and rescue operations at the Mi-17 V5 Chopper crash site. The chopper carrying India’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife and 12 others crashed into a hillside in the Nilgiris district on Wednesday, December 8th. 13 lives were lost in the crash, and the lone survivor, Group Captain Varun Singh, continues to remain in critical care. Touring the Nilgiris, Lt Gen A. Arun, General-Officer-Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area, led the felicitation events, interacted with the first responders and authorities. The Madras Regimental Center (MRC), Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Army Hospital, and the Nanjappan Chatram village were among the locations that he visited to formally thank and recognise the selfless service of the common public and authorities. Among those felicitated and recognised were officials from the police, fire services, forest department, health, ambulance services, revenue, electricity board, first responders, Coonoor Shopkeepers association, etc. Speaking at the MRC, home to the Indian Army’s oldest regiment, Lt Gen Arun expressed his heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the entire Tamil Nadu government machinery. He emphasised the most brutal challenges and circumstances (terrain, weather, flaming chopper), under which the search and rescue were carried out. Being a hillside that is not directly accessible by motorable road, the victims of the crash and their mortal remains had to be carried to the ambulances that were waiting at the nearest accessible roads. Amid the blaze and heat of the explosion, the local residents and authorities managed to conduct a search and rescue. As first responders, local residents not only reached the crash site, but also alerted the authorities instantly. "@tnpoliceoffl health, revenue, EB, forest dept everyone helped at crash site. All men in uniform told me that d rescue was impossible without you villagers of Nanjappan Chatram. Pilot Grp capt Varun Singh is alive, fightng bcoz of you, you wer living Gods for the 14 ppl" he says pic.twitter.com/hbvFnMljj5 — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) December 14, 2021 × "It would have been impossible to recover the 14 victims from the crashed chopper in time, if not for brave people like you… In any accident, those who step up and help are equal to God.. For the 14 crash victims and their families, you are Living Gods" Lt Gen Arun, expressed in Tamil, in his address to the villagers of Nanjappan Chatram. It was at Nanjappan Chatram, a small settlement of estate workers, near the Coonoor town of Nilgiris district that the tragic chopper crash had occurred, as India's top military leader was headed for the nearby Defence services Staff College, to deliver a lecture. Thanking the villagers from his heart, on behalf of @adgpi , Lt Gen Arun says in Tamil, "you ppl used ur own clothes, blankets, buckets, water etc and risked life&limb to save the crash victims. Fantastic!" He visited MRC, Army hospital, Nanjappan Chatram village, and DSSC pic.twitter.com/2U00ICjSlG — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) December 14, 2021 × Pointing out how the villagers had used everything at their disposal to aid search and rescue, he thanked them for having used blankets, bedsheets, medicines, buckets of water to extricate the passengers and material. . "Good Samaritans like you can’t be found anywhere easily. Citizens like you inspire us (Defence personnel) to fight for the motherland.. Ordinary people can’t do what you did…", he extolled the people of the Nanjappan Chatram village. @adgpi provided letters of recognition, medals, shawls to all officials involved in rescue &relief. Whereas, first responders from d village (tea estate workers) were provided rations, winter clothes, blankets, emergency lamps. Unparalleled support from locals, Lt Gen Arun says pic.twitter.com/IXLDcsHs5a — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) December 14, 2021 × While serving officials of various departments were appreciated with letters of recognition, medals, medallions and by presenting shawls, the villagers were provided with essential winter supplies, such as rations, winter clothing, blankets emergency lights etc.

'You are the living gods': Indian Army thanks first responders at CDS chopper crash site

Indian Statistical Institute’s professor, Neena Gupta, has been awarded with Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians for her work in affine algebraic geometry and commutative algebra.<o:p></o:p>

Gupta is the fourth Indian to receive this prize and third woman to ever receive this award, as per Ministry of Science and Technology.

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The Ramanujan Prize, titled '2021&nbsp;DST-ICTP-IMU Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians from developing countries' this year, is an award presented to young mathematicians from around the world under the age of 45. The awardee is felicitated for their pathbreaking work in the field.<o:p></o:p>

This award, handled by Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), the Department of Science and Technology (DST) Government of India and the International Mathematical Union (IMU), was first awarded in 2005.<o:p></o:p>

Interestingly, out of the four people who have been awarded the prestigious award, three have been faculty members of the Indian Statistical Institute. This year, Gupta has been appreciated for showing 'impressive algebraic skill and inventiveness'.

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<h3 class="MsoNormal">Previous achievements<o:p></o:p></h3>

Gupta was awarded with the&nbsp;Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Science and Technology in 2019. In 2014, she was also lauded with Young Scientists Award of the Indian National Science Academy for her version of the solution to the Zariski cancellation problem, a fundamental problem in Algebraic Geometry. Her solution was described as 'one of the best works in algebraic geometry in recent years done anywhere'.<o:p></o:p>

A mathematics graduate from Bethune College and, Gupta pursued her Masters and PhD from ISI before joining the faculty as a faculty member. She had realised her love for the subject early in her childhood, and has since then continued working on some of the complex ideas of the subject.<o:p></o:p>

Indian Statistical Institute’s professor, Neena Gupta, has been awarded with Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians for her work in affine algebraic geometry and commutative algebra.

Indian Statistical Institute’s professor, Neena Gupta, has been awarded with Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians for her work in affine algebraic geometry and commutative algebra. Gupta is the fourth Indian to receive this prize and third woman to ever receive this award, as per Ministry of Science and Technology. Also read | Indian school board under fire for misogynistic test paper The Ramanujan Prize, titled '2021 DST-ICTP-IMU Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians from developing countries' this year, is an award presented to young mathematicians from around the world under the age of 45. The awardee is felicitated for their pathbreaking work in the field. This award, handled by Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), the Department of Science and Technology (DST) Government of India and the International Mathematical Union (IMU), was first awarded in 2005. Interestingly, out of the four people who have been awarded the prestigious award, three have been faculty members of the Indian Statistical Institute. This year, Gupta has been appreciated for showing 'impressive algebraic skill and inventiveness'. Also read | Indian researchers develop test to detect Omicron variant in just 90 min Previous achievements Gupta was awarded with the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize for Science and Technology in 2019. In 2014, she was also lauded with Young Scientists Award of the Indian National Science Academy for her version of the solution to the Zariski cancellation problem, a fundamental problem in Algebraic Geometry. Her solution was described as 'one of the best works in algebraic geometry in recent years done anywhere'. A mathematics graduate from Bethune College and, Gupta pursued her Masters and PhD from ISI before joining the faculty as a faculty member. She had realised her love for the subject early in her childhood, and has since then continued working on some of the complex ideas of the subject.

India's Neena Gupta becomes fourth Indian and third woman to receive Ramanujan Prize

India on Monday voted against United Nations Security Council's draft resolution which aimed to 'securitize' climate action undermining hard-won consensus in Glasgow. India's Permanent Representative to UN TS Tirumurti explained India's position at the UN

Ambassador TS Tirumurti in his speech also spoke against drawing a separate link between security and climate change.

The draft resolution that has been co-authored by Ireland and Niger states that the adverse effects of climate change can "lead...to social tensions..., exacerbating, prolonging, or contributing to the risk of future conflicts and instability and posing a key risk to global peace, security, and stability".

"India is second to none when it comes to climate action and climate justice. But the UN Security Council is not the place to discuss either issue. In fact, the attempt to do so appears to be motivated by a desire to evade responsibility in the appropriate forum and divert the world’s attention from an unwillingness to deliver where it counts," Tirumurthy said.

The climate resolution was seen as an attempt by the western countries to evade its responsibility on climate finance that has been dominating the climate change debate, especially at the recently-concluded Glasgow climate summit.

"Developed countries must provide climate finance of $1 trillion at the earliest. It is necessary that climate finance be tracked with the same diligence as climate mitigation. And the reality, Mr President, is that the developed countries have fallen well short of their promises. This is particularly important to recognise because today’s attempt to link climate with security really seeks to obfuscate lack of progress on critical issues under the UNFCCC process," the Indian envoy highlighted.

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At the high table, out of 15 countries, 12 supported the resolution, two countries—India and Russia—voted against it&nbsp;and China&nbsp;abstained from it. Russian veto led to the non-adoption of the resolution.

Interestingly, this was the first usage of veto by any permanent member of the council this year. And despite 12 voting in support, all was not picture perfect. Three countries of the council did not co-sponsor it—France, which is a permanent 5 member of the UNSC, Kenya and Vietnam.

Essentially, the resolution did not find any takers from three Asian members of the council—India, China and Vietnam.

Pointing to the "manner in which this issue has been brought before the Council", Envoy Tirumurti said,&nbsp; "Honest answer is that there is no real requirement for this resolution, except for the purpose of bringing climate change under the ambit of the security council. &nbsp;And the reason for that is now decisions can then be taken without the involvement of most developing countries and without recognizing consensus. &nbsp;And all this can be done in the name of preserving international peace and security."

He added, "Many of the UNSC members are the main contributors of climate change due to historical emissions. &nbsp;If the security council indeed takes over the responsibility on this issue, a few states will then have a free hand in deciding on all climate-related issues. This is clearly neither desirable nor acceptable."&nbsp;

US, China—both permanent members of the UNSC—are the top 2 emitters globally.

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is a larger platform to discuss the climate issue and has 197 countries as parties to it as compared to 15 at the council.

Before the resolution was taken&nbsp;up, several attempts were made to defuse the situation. Russia, India&nbsp;and China suggested a presidential statement on the Sahelian countries and climate change.

The Sahel is referred to as a large region in northern Africa having a semi-arid climate, and Niger is part of that region. Brazil, which will become a non-permanent member of the UNSC from January 1, had also written a letter.&nbsp;

This is not the first time Russia, India, China and Brazil have taken a similar approach on the issue. In 2011, when Germany had raised the issue at the council, BRICS had taken a similar position. All members of the grouping were members of the council that year. This year, despite attempts to find an amicable solution, the west seems to be thrusting through, and the intent was seen as 'take it, or leave it' approach.

India on Monday voted against United Nations Security Council's draft resolution which aimed to 'securitize' climate action undermining hard-won consensus in Glasgow.

India on Monday voted against United Nations Security Council's draft resolution which aimed to 'securitize' climate action undermining hard-won consensus in Glasgow. India's Permanent Representative to UN TS Tirumurti explained India's position at the UN Ambassador TS Tirumurti in his speech also spoke against drawing a separate link between security and climate change. The draft resolution that has been co-authored by Ireland and Niger states that the adverse effects of climate change can "lead...to social tensions..., exacerbating, prolonging, or contributing to the risk of future conflicts and instability and posing a key risk to global peace, security, and stability". "India is second to none when it comes to climate action and climate justice. But the UN Security Council is not the place to discuss either issue. In fact, the attempt to do so appears to be motivated by a desire to evade responsibility in the appropriate forum and divert the world’s attention from an unwillingness to deliver where it counts," Tirumurthy said. The climate resolution was seen as an attempt by the western countries to evade its responsibility on climate finance that has been dominating the climate change debate, especially at the recently-concluded Glasgow climate summit. "Developed countries must provide climate finance of $1 trillion at the earliest. It is necessary that climate finance be tracked with the same diligence as climate mitigation. And the reality, Mr President, is that the developed countries have fallen well short of their promises. This is particularly important to recognise because today’s attempt to link climate with security really seeks to obfuscate lack of progress on critical issues under the UNFCCC process," the Indian envoy highlighted. #IndiainUNSC Today, India🇮🇳 voted against a #UNSC draft resolution that attempted to securitize climate action and undermine the hard-won consensual agreements in Glasgow. Watch Explanation of Vote by Permanent Representative @ambtstirumurti ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/jXMLA7lHnM — India at UN, NY (@IndiaUNNewYork) December 13, 2021 × At the high table, out of 15 countries, 12 supported the resolution, two countries—India and Russia—voted against it and China abstained from it. Russian veto led to the non-adoption of the resolution. Interestingly, this was the first usage of veto by any permanent member of the council this year. And despite 12 voting in support, all was not picture perfect. Three countries of the council did not co-sponsor it—France, which is a permanent 5 member of the UNSC, Kenya and Vietnam. Essentially, the resolution did not find any takers from three Asian members of the council—India, China and Vietnam. Pointing to the "manner in which this issue has been brought before the Council", Envoy Tirumurti said, "Honest answer is that there is no real requirement for this resolution, except for the purpose of bringing climate change under the ambit of the security council. And the reason for that is now decisions can then be taken without the involvement of most developing countries and without recognizing consensus. And all this can be done in the name of preserving international peace and security." He added, "Many of the UNSC members are the main contributors of climate change due to historical emissions. If the security council indeed takes over the responsibility on this issue, a few states will then have a free hand in deciding on all climate-related issues. This is clearly neither desirable nor acceptable." US, China—both permanent members of the UNSC—are the top 2 emitters globally. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is a larger platform to discuss the climate issue and has 197 countries as parties to it as compared to 15 at the council. Before the resolution was taken up, several attempts were made to defuse the situation. Russia, India and China suggested a presidential statement on the Sahelian countries and climate change. The Sahel is referred to as a large region in northern Africa having a semi-arid climate, and Niger is part of that region. Brazil, which will become a non-permanent member of the UNSC from January 1, had also written a letter. This is not the first time Russia, India, China and Brazil have taken a similar approach on the issue. In 2011, when Germany had raised the issue at the council, BRICS had taken a similar position. All members of the grouping were members of the council that year. This year, despite attempts to find an amicable solution, the west seems to be thrusting through, and the intent was seen as 'take it, or leave it' approach.

India votes against western nations-backed UNSC draft resolution on climate change

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After a police constable succumbed to injuries, the death toll reached three on Tuesday in the terror attack on a police bus in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said. &nbsp;

At the Army's 92 Base hospital, constable Rameez Ahmad of the Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police’s 9th Battalion succumbed to injuries, added officials. &nbsp;

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Meanwhile, in an encounter with security forces, a terrorist was also killed in Poonch district on Tuesday, as per authorities. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On receiving intelligence inputs, the army and the Jammu and Kashmir police launched an operation in Behramgala area of Poonch, said a defence spokesperson. &nbsp;&nbsp;

During the operation, the terrorists opened fire at the security personnel in an attempt to flee in the early hours of Tuesday, spokesperson added. &nbsp;&nbsp;

As troops retaliated, one terrorist was killed in the encounter, the spokesperson further said. &nbsp;

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/you-are-the-living-gods-indian-army-thanks-first-responders-at-cds-chopper-crash-site-436727" hreflang="en">'You are the living gods': Indian Army thanks first responders at CDS chopper crash site</a>

From the site, an AK-47 rifle, four magazines and pouches were seized. &nbsp;

The attack on the police bus, was carried out by little known outfit, Kashmir Tigers, which is believed to be the front of Jaish-e-Mohammad, at Zewan on the outskirts of Srinagar on Monday. &nbsp;

In the attack, assistant sub inspector Ghulam Hassan and constable Shafeeq Ali were killed. Around 12 others, including Rameez, had got hurt. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

After a police constable succumbed to injuries, the death toll reached three on Tuesday in the terror attack on a police bus in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said.

After a police constable succumbed to injuries, the death toll reached three on Tuesday in the terror attack on a police bus in Jammu and Kashmir, the officials said. At the Army's 92 Base hospital, constable Rameez Ahmad of the Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police’s 9th Battalion succumbed to injuries, added officials. Also Read: Terrorists open fire on police vehicle in Srinagar; 2 security personnel killed Meanwhile, in an encounter with security forces, a terrorist was also killed in Poonch district on Tuesday, as per authorities. On receiving intelligence inputs, the army and the Jammu and Kashmir police launched an operation in Behramgala area of Poonch, said a defence spokesperson. During the operation, the terrorists opened fire at the security personnel in an attempt to flee in the early hours of Tuesday, spokesperson added. As troops retaliated, one terrorist was killed in the encounter, the spokesperson further said. Also Read: 'You are the living gods': Indian Army thanks first responders at CDS chopper crash site From the site, an AK-47 rifle, four magazines and pouches were seized. The attack on the police bus, was carried out by little known outfit, Kashmir Tigers, which is believed to be the front of Jaish-e-Mohammad, at Zewan on the outskirts of Srinagar on Monday. In the attack, assistant sub inspector Ghulam Hassan and constable Shafeeq Ali were killed. Around 12 others, including Rameez, had got hurt. (With inputs from agencies)

J&K attack’s death toll reaches 3; one terrorist killed in Poonch encounter

Even as the country is witnessing a drop in the number of coronavirus cases, four new cases of Omicron variant have come up in India’s national capital, New Delhi. The total number of such cases has reached six in the city. &nbsp;

The new variant, which was first detected in southern Africa, has been a cause of concern as the experts are still ascertaining its effect on the pandemic. &nbsp;

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Several countries have also taken numerous measures to keep a check on the spread of this variant. Still, it has been reported in various nations around the world. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The six patients with Omicron variant of coronavirus in Delhi had mild symptoms. One of them has already recovered.&nbsp;

"Four new Omicron cases were detected, taking the total number of cases to six. Of the six cases, one patient has been discharged from the hospital. Currently, 35 Covid positive patients and three suspected cases are admitted in LNJP hospital," said Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain. &nbsp;

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The first patient with Omicron variant of the city has been discharged from hospital, said officials on Tuesday. &nbsp;

India has registered 5,784 new coronavirus infections. It is the lowest tally in 571 days. The active cases have also declined to 88,993, which is the lowest in 563 days, as per the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Even as the country is witnessing a drop in the number of coronavirus cases, four new cases of Omicron variant have come up in India’s national capital, New Delhi.

Even as the country is witnessing a drop in the number of coronavirus cases, four new cases of Omicron variant have come up in India’s national capital, New Delhi. The total number of such cases has reached six in the city. The new variant, which was first detected in southern Africa, has been a cause of concern as the experts are still ascertaining its effect on the pandemic. Also Read: Indian researchers develop test to detect Omicron variant in just 90 min Several countries have also taken numerous measures to keep a check on the spread of this variant. Still, it has been reported in various nations around the world. The six patients with Omicron variant of coronavirus in Delhi had mild symptoms. One of them has already recovered. "Four new Omicron cases were detected, taking the total number of cases to six. Of the six cases, one patient has been discharged from the hospital. Currently, 35 Covid positive patients and three suspected cases are admitted in LNJP hospital," said Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain. Also Read: India votes against UNSC draft resolution which sought to 'securitise' climate action The first patient with Omicron variant of the city has been discharged from hospital, said officials on Tuesday. India has registered 5,784 new coronavirus infections. It is the lowest tally in 571 days. The active cases have also declined to 88,993, which is the lowest in 563 days, as per the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. (With inputs from agencies)

Covid's Omicron variant: Four new cases identified in India’s capital

A horrible question paper prepared by India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for class 10 students has been doing the rounds

A passage stands out from the rest. It says: "What people were slow to observe was that the emancipation of the wife destroyed the parent's authority over children. The mother did not exemplify the obedience upon which she still tried to insist in bringing the man down from his pedestal. The wife and the mother deprived herself, in fact of the means of discipline.”

This is what children have been learning that independent women cannot be good parents and that the mother must "obey" the father.

Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: CBSE's misogynistic question paper triggers backlash

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The view is based on regression and misogyny. India's opposition parties raised the issue in the Parliament and asked the ministry of education to withdraw the question immediately.

The government has decided to withdraw the question which means all students will get full marks for the passage. It has also been referred to a committee of experts.

The government will have to answer several questions including who drafted the tests and were top academicians, teachers and professors ok with the tests and whether they only focussed on the language.

After all, education isn't just about technical knowledge and grammar or words. It is about how those words are used and that is where the message is important.

Indian textbooks have consistently stereotyped women. They are constantly shown as caregivers or homemakers while men are depicted as soldiers and police officers. As a society, Indians need to move away from these notions.

Children cannot be allowed to keep learning a toxic and patriarchal past.

The need of the hour is to constitute a diverse committee to review textbooks or set higher standards for teachers without any compromise because the education system has a big responsibility to create the next generation of citizens and how they turn out depends on what they are taught.

A horrible question paper prepared by India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for class 10 students has been doing the rounds A passage stands out from the rest.

A horrible question paper prepared by India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for class 10 students has been doing the rounds A passage stands out from the rest. It says: "What people were slow to observe was that the emancipation of the wife destroyed the parent's authority over children. The mother did not exemplify the obedience upon which she still tried to insist in bringing the man down from his pedestal. The wife and the mother deprived herself, in fact of the means of discipline.” This is what children have been learning that independent women cannot be good parents and that the mother must "obey" the father. Watch | Gravitas: CBSE's misogynistic question paper triggers backlash The view is based on regression and misogyny. India's opposition parties raised the issue in the Parliament and asked the ministry of education to withdraw the question immediately. The government has decided to withdraw the question which means all students will get full marks for the passage. It has also been referred to a committee of experts. The government will have to answer several questions including who drafted the tests and were top academicians, teachers and professors ok with the tests and whether they only focussed on the language. After all, education isn't just about technical knowledge and grammar or words. It is about how those words are used and that is where the message is important. Indian textbooks have consistently stereotyped women. They are constantly shown as caregivers or homemakers while men are depicted as soldiers and police officers. As a society, Indians need to move away from these notions. Children cannot be allowed to keep learning a toxic and patriarchal past. The need of the hour is to constitute a diverse committee to review textbooks or set higher standards for teachers without any compromise because the education system has a big responsibility to create the next generation of citizens and how they turn out depends on what they are taught.

Indian school board under fire for misogynistic test paper

India on Monday launched the supersonic missile assisted torpedo system developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from Wheeler Island in Odisha.

The system is a next-generation missile-based standoff torpedo delivery system, the government said. The missile was launched from a ground mobile launcher.

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During the launch, the full range of capability of the missile was successfully demonstrated. The missile is set to enhance anti-submarine warfare capability.

The missile carried a torpedo, parachute delivery system and release mechanisms during the launch.

"The canister-based missile system consists of advanced technologies namely two-stage solid propulsion, electro-mechanical actuators and precision inertial navigation," the government said.

Several DRDO labs were involved in developing the missile system. It was described as a "textbook launch".

Defence minister Rajnath Singh while congratulating the team on the successful test said: "The development of the system is a perfect example of building futuristic defence systems in the country."&nbsp;

(With inputs from Agencies)

India on Monday launched the supersonic missile assisted torpedo system developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from Wheeler Island in Odisha.

India on Monday launched the supersonic missile assisted torpedo system developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from Wheeler Island in Odisha. The system is a next-generation missile-based standoff torpedo delivery system, the government said. The missile was launched from a ground mobile launcher. Supersonic missile assisted torpedo system successfully tested from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odishahttps://t.co/bmJpR0q5RB pic.twitter.com/w9OXcodKI9 — DRDO (@DRDO_India) December 13, 2021 × During the launch, the full range of capability of the missile was successfully demonstrated. The missile is set to enhance anti-submarine warfare capability. The missile carried a torpedo, parachute delivery system and release mechanisms during the launch. "The canister-based missile system consists of advanced technologies namely two-stage solid propulsion, electro-mechanical actuators and precision inertial navigation," the government said. Several DRDO labs were involved in developing the missile system. It was described as a "textbook launch". Defence minister Rajnath Singh while congratulating the team on the successful test said: "The development of the system is a perfect example of building futuristic defence systems in the country." (With inputs from Agencies)

India successfully launches supersonic missile assisted torpedo system

Two policemen were killed and 12 others suffered injuries as terrorists carried out a deadly attack on a bus carrying Jammu and Kashmir Armed Police personnel on the outskirts of Srinagar.

2 dead, 12 injured in terror attack on police bus in Jammu & Kashmir

Two Jammu and Kashmir Policemen have been killed while 12 others were injured in a terror attack in Zewan area on the outskirts of Srinagar. The policemen were in a bus when terrorists fired on them indiscriminately&nbsp;injuring 14 soldiers.&nbsp;

"Among the injured police personnel, 01 ASI &nbsp;&amp; a selection grade constable succumbed to their injuries &amp; attained martyrdom," said Jammu and Kashmir police.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought details of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the PMO said. India's prime minister expressed condolences to the families of security personnel who were killed in the attack.

The Jammu and Kashmir police have cordoned off the whole area where the attack took place. The incident happened close to the police camp at Zewan which is adjacent to the national highway.&nbsp;

Police sources say the firing lasted for around five&nbsp;minutes and terrorists knew about the movement of the bus. Since it was dark the terrorists managed to flee from the spot.&nbsp;

Earlier today there was an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Srinagar's Rangret area. Two Lashker terrorists were killed in the&nbsp;encounter.&nbsp;

''One of the killed terrorists has been identified as Aadil Ahmad Wani son of Bashir Ahmad Wani resident of Daramdoora Shopian (a Pakistan trained “A” category terrorist) while as another killed terrorist as per the credible sources is a foreign terrorist, yet same is being further ascertained. Both the killed terrorists were affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT,&nbsp;'' said Jammu and Kashmir police.&nbsp;

Arms and&nbsp;ammunition including 2 AK rifles and other incriminating materials were recovered from the site of the encounter.

Two Jammu and Kashmir Policemen have been killed while 12 others were injured in a terror attack in Zewan area on the outskirts of Srinagar. The policemen were in a bus when terrorists fired on them indiscriminately injuring 14 soldiers.

Two Jammu and Kashmir Policemen have been killed while 12 others were injured in a terror attack in Zewan area on the outskirts of Srinagar. The policemen were in a bus when terrorists fired on them indiscriminately injuring 14 soldiers. "Among the injured police personnel, 01 ASI & a selection grade constable succumbed to their injuries & attained martyrdom," said Jammu and Kashmir police. PM @narendramodi has sought details on the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He has also expressed condolences to the families of those security personnel who have been martyred in the attack. — PMO India (@PMOIndia) December 13, 2021 × Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought details of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the PMO said. India's prime minister expressed condolences to the families of security personnel who were killed in the attack. The Jammu and Kashmir police have cordoned off the whole area where the attack took place. The incident happened close to the police camp at Zewan which is adjacent to the national highway. Police sources say the firing lasted for around five minutes and terrorists knew about the movement of the bus. Since it was dark the terrorists managed to flee from the spot. Earlier today there was an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Srinagar's Rangret area. Two Lashker terrorists were killed in the encounter. ''One of the killed terrorists has been identified as Aadil Ahmad Wani son of Bashir Ahmad Wani resident of Daramdoora Shopian (a Pakistan trained “A” category terrorist) while as another killed terrorist as per the credible sources is a foreign terrorist, yet same is being further ascertained. Both the killed terrorists were affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT, '' said Jammu and Kashmir police. Arms and ammunition including 2 AK rifles and other incriminating materials were recovered from the site of the encounter.

Terrorists open fire on police vehicle in Srinagar; 2 security personnel killed

When you can get a pizza in 30 minutes why should you wait for three days to identify a case of Omicron variant. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Well, now no one will have to as a team of Indian researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi have developed a mechanism to detect Omicron variant of Covid in just 90 minutes, a report by PTI said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The researchers have actually come up with an RT-PCR based assay for the detection of the new variant, said officials. &nbsp;

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At present, it takes over three days to detect Omicron variant worldwide as it is done using next-generation sequencing-based methods. &nbsp;

The rapid screening assay has been developed by Kusuma School of Biological Sciences of the institute. The application of the patent has also been filed. It is also in the process of holding discussions with potential industry partners. &nbsp;

A senior IIT Delhi official said, "The assay is based on detecting specific mutations, which are present in the Omicron variant and absent in other currently circulating variants of SARS-CoV-2.” &nbsp;&nbsp;

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“Primer sets targeting these unique mutations in the S gene were designed for the specific amplification of either the Omicron variant or other currently circulating variants of SARS-CoV-2 and tested using real time PCR," added the official. &nbsp;

"Using synthetic DNA fragments, the assays were optimised to distinguish the wild-type from the Omicron variant in a dynamic range,” the official further said. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

When you can get a pizza in 30 minutes why should you wait for three days to identify a case of Omicron variant. Well, now no one will have to as a team of Indian researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi have developed a mechanism to detect Omicron variant of Covid in just 90 minutes, a report by PTI said.

When you can get a pizza in 30 minutes why should you wait for three days to identify a case of Omicron variant. Well, now no one will have to as a team of Indian researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi have developed a mechanism to detect Omicron variant of Covid in just 90 minutes, a report by PTI said. The researchers have actually come up with an RT-PCR based assay for the detection of the new variant, said officials. Also Read: First case of Omicron variant gets confirmed in mainland China, say reports At present, it takes over three days to detect Omicron variant worldwide as it is done using next-generation sequencing-based methods. The rapid screening assay has been developed by Kusuma School of Biological Sciences of the institute. The application of the patent has also been filed. It is also in the process of holding discussions with potential industry partners. A senior IIT Delhi official said, "The assay is based on detecting specific mutations, which are present in the Omicron variant and absent in other currently circulating variants of SARS-CoV-2.” Also Read: Now, South Korea to test facial recognition tech to track Covid-19 cases “Primer sets targeting these unique mutations in the S gene were designed for the specific amplification of either the Omicron variant or other currently circulating variants of SARS-CoV-2 and tested using real time PCR," added the official. "Using synthetic DNA fragments, the assays were optimised to distinguish the wild-type from the Omicron variant in a dynamic range,” the official further said. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian researchers develop test to detect Omicron variant in just 90 min

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the first phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project that connects the temple to the banks of the river Ganga. PM Modi is in Varanasi for two days with a packed schedule.

Indian PM Modi inaugurates first phase of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project

The story is straight out of a movie: A man who attempted to fake his death by murdering a builder and trying to pass&nbsp;off&nbsp;his victim's body as his own has been arrested in India.

According to the police, he did it to avoid being charged with another murder.&nbsp;

The man who has been identified as Sudesh Kumar&nbsp;has been charged in connection with the elopement and killing of his daughter in 2018,&nbsp;but not convicted of the killing. He is alleged to have killed his daughter after she eloped.

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Kumar was released last year when the authorities released some prisoners in order to decongest or reduce overcrowding in prisons and prevent Coronavirus outbreaks.

Last month, police located a body in Ghaziabad, on the outskirts of the Indian capital, New Delhi. The corpse was wearing Kumar's clothing and carrying his identification card.

An AFP report quotes the&nbsp;police superintendent Iraj Raja as saying that&nbsp;"The body was partially burnt and its face was beyond recognition."

"We traced it (the body) back to (Kumar's) home and got his wife to identify the body. She promptly identified it as his husband's body. However, we were not convinced."

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Police caught Kumar outside his home on Friday after getting a tip that he was still alive.

"Upon being interrogated, he spilled the beans," Raja said.

Reportedly Kumar had befriended a mason and invited him to his house on the pretext of doing some repair work, giving him a set of clothes to wear and plying him with alcohol before beating him to death.&nbsp;

Apparently, Kumar had befriended a mason and invited him to his house on the pretext of doing some repair work. He then gave the mason a set of clothes to put on before plying him with alcohol. Finally, when the man was in an inebriated state, Kumar proceeded to beat him to death, before burning the corpse so as to mislead the police and mess up identification.

Kumar and his wife have both been charged with murder, according to the police superintendent.

(With inputs from agencies)

The story is straight out of a movie: A man who attempted to fake his death by murdering a builder and trying to pass off his victim's body as his own has been arrested in India.

The story is straight out of a movie: A man who attempted to fake his death by murdering a builder and trying to pass off his victim's body as his own has been arrested in India. According to the police, he did it to avoid being charged with another murder. The man who has been identified as Sudesh Kumar has been charged in connection with the elopement and killing of his daughter in 2018, but not convicted of the killing. He is alleged to have killed his daughter after she eloped. Also read | Wait, what!? Scientists say water in our oceans has alien origins Kumar was released last year when the authorities released some prisoners in order to decongest or reduce overcrowding in prisons and prevent Coronavirus outbreaks. Last month, police located a body in Ghaziabad, on the outskirts of the Indian capital, New Delhi. The corpse was wearing Kumar's clothing and carrying his identification card. An AFP report quotes the police superintendent Iraj Raja as saying that "The body was partially burnt and its face was beyond recognition." "We traced it (the body) back to (Kumar's) home and got his wife to identify the body. She promptly identified it as his husband's body. However, we were not convinced." Also read | Outrage as school shows Nanjing massacre’s unsettling video to young kids in Hong Kong Police caught Kumar outside his home on Friday after getting a tip that he was still alive. "Upon being interrogated, he spilled the beans," Raja said. Reportedly Kumar had befriended a mason and invited him to his house on the pretext of doing some repair work, giving him a set of clothes to wear and plying him with alcohol before beating him to death. Apparently, Kumar had befriended a mason and invited him to his house on the pretext of doing some repair work. He then gave the mason a set of clothes to put on before plying him with alcohol. Finally, when the man was in an inebriated state, Kumar proceeded to beat him to death, before burning the corpse so as to mislead the police and mess up identification. Kumar and his wife have both been charged with murder, according to the police superintendent. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian man tries to fake his own death, arrested for murder

Kashi Vishwanath Corridor: A look at the project that combines history with future

2001 Indian Parliament attack: Nation remembers supreme sacrifice made by security personnel

In an announcement on social microblogging site early on Sunday, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) informed that Indian PM Narendra Modi's personal Twitter account was "very briefly compromised". &nbsp;

The details about the duration of time for which the account was compromised is still not known. The PM’s account has more than 73 million followers. &nbsp;

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The matter was immediately shared with the Twitter and the personal handle of the PM Narendra Modi was secured.&nbsp;

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In the brief period that the account was compromised, any Tweet shared must be ignored.
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“In the brief period that the account was compromised, any tweet shared must be ignored,” the PMO added in the post.&nbsp;

The miscreants had sent a tweet to the 73 million followers of the prime minister,&nbsp;claiming that India had adopted bitcoin as legal tender.

A Twitter spokesperson, in an emailed statement to Reuters, said, “Twitter took the necessary steps to secure the compromised account as soon as it became aware of the activity.” &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The spokesperson also added that an investigation has revealed that no signs of any other impacted accounts at present. &nbsp;

In a similar incident, the Twitter account of Modi's personal website was compromised in September 2020. At that time, numerous tweets were sent which asked followers to donate to a relief fund through cryptocurrency. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In an announcement on social microblogging site early on Sunday, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) informed that Indian PM Narendra Modi's personal Twitter account was "very briefly compromised".

In an announcement on social microblogging site early on Sunday, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) informed that Indian PM Narendra Modi's personal Twitter account was "very briefly compromised". The details about the duration of time for which the account was compromised is still not known. The PM’s account has more than 73 million followers. Also Read: Indian PM Modi unveils Saryu canal project; remembers General Bipin Rawat The matter was immediately shared with the Twitter and the personal handle of the PM Narendra Modi was secured. The Twitter handle of PM @narendramodi was very briefly compromised. The matter was escalated to Twitter and the account has been immediately secured. In the brief period that the account was compromised, any Tweet shared must be ignored. — PMO India (@PMOIndia) December 11, 2021 × “In the brief period that the account was compromised, any tweet shared must be ignored,” the PMO added in the post. The miscreants had sent a tweet to the 73 million followers of the prime minister, claiming that India had adopted bitcoin as legal tender. A Twitter spokesperson, in an emailed statement to Reuters, said, “Twitter took the necessary steps to secure the compromised account as soon as it became aware of the activity.” Also Read: The India story has clear message to the world: PM Modi says democracy has delivered, will continue to deliver The spokesperson also added that an investigation has revealed that no signs of any other impacted accounts at present. In a similar incident, the Twitter account of Modi's personal website was compromised in September 2020. At that time, numerous tweets were sent which asked followers to donate to a relief fund through cryptocurrency. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian PM Modi's personal Twitter account gets 'briefly compromised'

India has retained its membership of the&nbsp;International Maritime Organisation (IMO)&nbsp;council after clinching 133 votes.&nbsp;

India retained its membership for "Category B" which included ten&nbsp;countries namely&nbsp;Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the United Arab Emirates. "Category B" are states with the&nbsp;"largest interest in international seaborne trade", IMO said in a statement.

Interestingly for the first time in 30 years, Pakistan stood for the council seat but failed to garner any support. Pakistan's federal minister for maritime affairs tweeted about the development saying, "We didn’t make it this time"

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The council was elected by the assembly of IMO for the period 2022-2023.&nbsp;The 32nd Assembly of IMO is meeting&nbsp;in London at IMO Headquarters&nbsp;from 6 -15 December and on December 10&nbsp;the result&nbsp;for the election of the organisation's 40-member council were announced.&nbsp;All 175 member states and three associate members are entitled to attend the IMO assembly.

The council is the executive organ of IMO and is responsible for supervising the work of the organisation. When the assembly is not in session, the council performs the functions of the assembly.&nbsp;The assembly normally meets once every two years in regular sessions and is responsible for approving the work programme, voting the budget and determining the financial arrangements of the organisation.&nbsp;

There are three&nbsp;categories in all:&nbsp;"Category A" includes&nbsp;ten states&nbsp;with the largest interest in providing international shipping services and includes&nbsp;China, Greece, Italy, Japan, Norway, Panama, South Korea, Russia, UK and US.

"Category C" includes&nbsp;states whose election will ensure "representation of all major geographic areas of the world". States in "Category C"&nbsp;are - Bahamas, Belgium, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, the Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey and Vanuatu.

India has retained its membership of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) council after clinching 133 votes. India retained its membership for "Category B" which included ten countries namely Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the United Arab Emirates.

India has retained its membership of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) council after clinching 133 votes. India retained its membership for "Category B" which included ten countries namely Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the United Arab Emirates. "Category B" are states with the "largest interest in international seaborne trade", IMO said in a statement. Interestingly for the first time in 30 years, Pakistan stood for the council seat but failed to garner any support. Pakistan's federal minister for maritime affairs tweeted about the development saying, "We didn’t make it this time" Pakistan was contesting for @IMOHQ council seat after 30 yrs. We didn’t make it this time, but it was a great opp to open Maritime Avenues with other nations. I want to complement my team for standing up@ImranKhanPTI has taught us a simple lesson: U only win & lose if u compete! — Ali Haider Zaidi (@AliHZaidiPTI) December 10, 2021 × The council was elected by the assembly of IMO for the period 2022-2023. The 32nd Assembly of IMO is meeting in London at IMO Headquarters from 6 -15 December and on December 10 the result for the election of the organisation's 40-member council were announced. All 175 member states and three associate members are entitled to attend the IMO assembly. The council is the executive organ of IMO and is responsible for supervising the work of the organisation. When the assembly is not in session, the council performs the functions of the assembly. The assembly normally meets once every two years in regular sessions and is responsible for approving the work programme, voting the budget and determining the financial arrangements of the organisation. There are three categories in all: "Category A" includes ten states with the largest interest in providing international shipping services and includes China, Greece, Italy, Japan, Norway, Panama, South Korea, Russia, UK and US. "Category C" includes states whose election will ensure "representation of all major geographic areas of the world". States in "Category C" are - Bahamas, Belgium, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, the Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey and Vanuatu.

India retains membership of top maritime body; Pakistan fails to get any support

Two terrorists were killed in a brief encounter in Srinagar's Rangreth area today. The&nbsp;bodies of terrorists along with arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.

The identification of the terrorists has not been done yet.&nbsp;

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"Two unidentified terrorists killed in an Encounter in Rangreth area of Srinagar. Search (is) going on,"&nbsp;said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;

The Jammu and Kashmir police had a specific input about the presence of these two terrorists in the Rangreth area after which a Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched. During the search, terrorists fired on security forces leading to a gun battle.&nbsp;

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Right now, the area is highly secured as Army's JAKLI unit is adjacent to the encounter site. Yesterday, there was an encounter in South Kashmir's Awantipora area. One terrorist was killed in the encounter.&nbsp;

The operation at Rangret has now been called off.&nbsp;

Two terrorists were killed in a brief encounter in Srinagar's Rangreth area today. The bodies of terrorists along with arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site.

Two terrorists were killed in a brief encounter in Srinagar's Rangreth area today. The bodies of terrorists along with arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site. The identification of the terrorists has not been done yet. Also read | One terrorist killed in ongoing gunfight in South Kashmir "Two unidentified terrorists killed in an Encounter in Rangreth area of Srinagar. Search (is) going on," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. The Jammu and Kashmir police had a specific input about the presence of these two terrorists in the Rangreth area after which a Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched. During the search, terrorists fired on security forces leading to a gun battle. Also read | Rich tributes paid to General Bipin Rawat across Kashmir valley Right now, the area is highly secured as Army's JAKLI unit is adjacent to the encounter site. Yesterday, there was an encounter in South Kashmir's Awantipora area. One terrorist was killed in the encounter. The operation at Rangret has now been called off.

J&K: Two terrorists killed in Srinagar encounter

In a speech at the inauguration of the first phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked Mahadev Lord Shiv on Monday. &nbsp;

The prime minister said there is only one government in Kashi and it is of Lord Shiv. Modi said, “Nothing happens without Shiv's blessings.” &nbsp;

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The PM talked about Kashi’s significance in the history. “For years, Kashi has stood tall even after facing the test of time. Kashi has seen several ups and downs in history. It also faced several tyrants in history like Aurangzeb,” said Modi. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The leader also talked in the local lingo at the event. “History is being created today. The Vishwanath Temple is a reflection of culture,” added Modi. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Kashi Vishwanath Dham will spread over five lakh square feet and connect the temple premises to the Ganga river and also provide several facilities to devotees. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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“Temples that disappeared were reestablished here. The ancient and present are intermingling today,” added the PM. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Modi also urged people to make a commitment to 'swachhta', 'srijan' and 'aatmanirbhar' India.&nbsp;

“The inauguration of Kashi Vishwanath Dham will give decisive direction to India and&nbsp;herald bright future,” said PM Modi.&nbsp;

On arriving in Kashi, the leader paid obeisance at Kaal Bhairav Temple and also took dip in Ganga. &nbsp;

BJP President J P Nadda, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and a large number of saints from the country also attended the event. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In a speech at the inauguration of the first phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked Mahadev Lord Shiv on Monday. The prime minister said there is only one government in Kashi and it is of Lord Shiv.

In a speech at the inauguration of the first phase of the Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked Mahadev Lord Shiv on Monday. The prime minister said there is only one government in Kashi and it is of Lord Shiv. Modi said, “Nothing happens without Shiv's blessings.” Also Read: Kashi Vishwanath Corridor inauguration: PM offers prayers, honours sanitation workers The PM talked about Kashi’s significance in the history. “For years, Kashi has stood tall even after facing the test of time. Kashi has seen several ups and downs in history. It also faced several tyrants in history like Aurangzeb,” said Modi. The leader also talked in the local lingo at the event. “History is being created today. The Vishwanath Temple is a reflection of culture,” added Modi. Kashi Vishwanath Dham will spread over five lakh square feet and connect the temple premises to the Ganga river and also provide several facilities to devotees. Also Read: PM Modi's 2022 foreign destinations: UAE, Germany, Denmark, Indonesia, Russia, Japan, Sri Lanka & Rwanda “Temples that disappeared were reestablished here. The ancient and present are intermingling today,” added the PM. Modi also urged people to make a commitment to 'swachhta', 'srijan' and 'aatmanirbhar' India. “The inauguration of Kashi Vishwanath Dham will give decisive direction to India and herald bright future,” said PM Modi. On arriving in Kashi, the leader paid obeisance at Kaal Bhairav Temple and also took dip in Ganga. BJP President J P Nadda, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and a large number of saints from the country also attended the event. (With inputs from agencies)

Kashi Vishwanath Corridor inauguration: Indian PM Modi invokes Mahadev Lord Shiva in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project in his constituency of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh today, performing several rites and prayers and taking a bath in the Ganga. 
 
"It is said in our Puranas that as soon as one enters Kashi, one becomes free from all bondage. Blessings of Lord Vishweshwara, a supernatural energy awakens our inner-soul as soon as we come here," PM Modi said. 
 
"There is only one government in Kashi, those who have damru in their hands. Who can stop Kashi where Ganga flows by changing its current?," PM Modi said.

PM Modi was spotted giving flowers at craftsmen who built the corridor, having a holy bath in the Ganga, offering prayers at the Kaal Bhairav temple, and accepting a turban from a common man in the days leading up to the big event.&nbsp; 
 
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PM Modi honoured sanitation employees and posed for a photo with them all. As they were being photographed, they all chanted 'Harr Harr Mahadev.'&nbsp; 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project in his constituency of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh today, performing several rites and prayers and taking a bath in the Ganga.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project in his constituency of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh today, performing several rites and prayers and taking a bath in the Ganga. "It is said in our Puranas that as soon as one enters Kashi, one becomes free from all bondage. Blessings of Lord Vishweshwara, a supernatural energy awakens our inner-soul as soon as we come here," PM Modi said. "There is only one government in Kashi, those who have damru in their hands. Who can stop Kashi where Ganga flows by changing its current?," PM Modi said. PM Modi was spotted giving flowers at craftsmen who built the corridor, having a holy bath in the Ganga, offering prayers at the Kaal Bhairav temple, and accepting a turban from a common man in the days leading up to the big event. Also read | Indian PM Modi invokes Mahadev Lord Shiva in Varanasi PM Modi honoured sanitation employees and posed for a photo with them all. As they were being photographed, they all chanted 'Harr Harr Mahadev.' #WATCH Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi pic.twitter.com/4pLpNubg2z — ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) December 13, 2021 × PM @narendramodi performs Rudraabhishek of Lord Shiva, takes a holy dip in Ganga, before inaugurating the #KashiVishwanathDham. pic.twitter.com/2QZObzTm3J — MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) December 13, 2021 × UP CM Yogi Adityanath hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his vision to build the corridor. He said, "Long wait has come to an end". #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi offers prayers, takes a holy dip in Ganga river in Varanasi The PM is scheduled to visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and inaugurate the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor project later today (Video: DD) pic.twitter.com/esu5Y6EFEg — ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) December 13, 2021 × Tomorrow, 13th December is a landmark day. At a special programme in Kashi, the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham project will be inaugurated. This will add to Kashi's spiritual vibrancy. I would urge you all to join tomorrow's programme. https://t.co/DvTrEKfSzk pic.twitter.com/p2zGMZNv2U — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 12, 2021 ×

Kashi Vishwanath Corridor inauguration: PM offers prayers, honours sanitation workers

In a pre-recorded message, India's first Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, who lost his life in a chopper crash on Wednesday (December 8), greeted the Armed Forces of India. CDS Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika Rawat and 11 other senior officials died in the helicopter crash. &nbsp;

The Indian Army released a video, which was recorded on a day before the tragic accident, as mentioned by news agency ANI.&nbsp;

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the 1971 war against Pakistan, the Indian Army on Sunday (December 12) released a 1.09-minute video clip in which Gen Rawat greeted the armed forces personnel and paid tributes to the fallen heroes.&nbsp;

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In the video, Gen Rawat said, "Apne Senao par hei hame garv, aao milkar manaye Vijay Parv (We are proud of our armies, let's celebrate victory together)".&nbsp;

The video that has left the nation emotional was also played at the inaugural event of the 'Vijay Parv' celebrations at the Indian Gate complex, which was attended by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.&nbsp;

Around 93,000 Pakistani troops had surrendered before the joint forces of the Indian Army and the 'Mukti Bahini' on December 16, 1971, that paved way for the birth of Bangladesh.

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"I am extending heartfelt greetings to all the brave soldiers of Indian armed forces on the occasion of Swarnim Vijay Parv. We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the victory in the 1971 war as the Vijay Parv," Gen Rawat said in the pre-recorded message.&nbsp;

"I am paying my tributes to our brave soldiers on this occasion, remembering their sacrifices. Several events are being organised at the India Gate between December 12 and 14. It is a matter of great pride that Vijay Parv is being organised at the Amar Jawan Jyoti complex which was established in memory of our brave soldiers," Gen Rawat said.&nbsp;

"We invite all countrymen to participate in the Vijay Parv," he added.&nbsp;

CDS Gen Rawat and his wife were cremated together on the same pyre with full military honours, with a 17-gun salute fired in New Delhi on December 10.&nbsp;

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In a pre-recorded message, India's first Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, who lost his life in a chopper crash on Wednesday (December 8), greeted the Armed Forces of India.

In a pre-recorded message, India's first Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, who lost his life in a chopper crash on Wednesday (December 8), greeted the Armed Forces of India. CDS Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika Rawat and 11 other senior officials died in the helicopter crash. The Indian Army released a video, which was recorded on a day before the tragic accident, as mentioned by news agency ANI. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the 1971 war against Pakistan, the Indian Army on Sunday (December 12) released a 1.09-minute video clip in which Gen Rawat greeted the armed forces personnel and paid tributes to the fallen heroes. IN PICS | Gen Bipin Rawat, India's first Chief of Defence Staff: A life in pictures In the video, Gen Rawat said, "Apne Senao par hei hame garv, aao milkar manaye Vijay Parv (We are proud of our armies, let's celebrate victory together)". The video that has left the nation emotional was also played at the inaugural event of the 'Vijay Parv' celebrations at the Indian Gate complex, which was attended by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Around 93,000 Pakistani troops had surrendered before the joint forces of the Indian Army and the 'Mukti Bahini' on December 16, 1971, that paved way for the birth of Bangladesh. Here's what he said: #WATCH Late CDS General Bipin Rawat's pre-recorded message played at an event on the occasion 'Swarnim Vijay Parv' inaugurated today at India Gate lawns in Delhi. This message was recorded on December 7. (Source: Indian Army) pic.twitter.com/trWYx7ogSy — ANI (@ANI) December 12, 2021 × "I am extending heartfelt greetings to all the brave soldiers of Indian armed forces on the occasion of Swarnim Vijay Parv. We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the victory in the 1971 war as the Vijay Parv," Gen Rawat said in the pre-recorded message. "I am paying my tributes to our brave soldiers on this occasion, remembering their sacrifices. Several events are being organised at the India Gate between December 12 and 14. It is a matter of great pride that Vijay Parv is being organised at the Amar Jawan Jyoti complex which was established in memory of our brave soldiers," Gen Rawat said. "We invite all countrymen to participate in the Vijay Parv," he added. CDS Gen Rawat and his wife were cremated together on the same pyre with full military honours, with a 17-gun salute fired in New Delhi on December 10. (With inputs from agecies)

Video: General Bipin Rawat's pre-recorded message for 'Vijay Parv'

One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing gunfight in Baragram area of Awantipora in South Kashmir. Dead body of the terrorist, along with arms and ammunition, has been recovered from the encounter site.&nbsp;

''One unidentified terrorist killed. Operation going on. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow,'' said Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;

However, sources says that the terrorist killed in the encounter was newly recruited in Jaish-i-Muhammad outfit. The terrorist had joined the outfit on November 2 and was listed under C category by Jammu and Kashmir Police.&nbsp;

The police had received a tip off about the presence of terrorists in the area after which Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched. During the CASO, terrorists fired on the security forces leading to an encounter.&nbsp;

This joint operation of the Police, army and CRPF continues in South Kashmir.&nbsp;

One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing gunfight in Baragram area of Awantipora in South Kashmir. Dead body of the terrorist, along with arms and ammunition, has been recovered from the encounter site.

One terrorist has been killed in an ongoing gunfight in Baragram area of Awantipora in South Kashmir. Dead body of the terrorist, along with arms and ammunition, has been recovered from the encounter site. ''One unidentified terrorist killed. Operation going on. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow,'' said Jammu and Kashmir Police. However, sources says that the terrorist killed in the encounter was newly recruited in Jaish-i-Muhammad outfit. The terrorist had joined the outfit on November 2 and was listed under C category by Jammu and Kashmir Police. The police had received a tip off about the presence of terrorists in the area after which Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was launched. During the CASO, terrorists fired on the security forces leading to an encounter. This joint operation of the Police, army and CRPF continues in South Kashmir.

One terrorist killed in ongoing gunfight in South Kashmir

All 5 central Asian countries- Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan are being invited by New Delhi as the Republic day guest.&nbsp;

This is the first time that all central Asian countries will be present as the guest and the second time when so many countries will be invited together after 2018 when ASEAN was invited.

The formal conversation regarding this started nearly 3&nbsp;weeks ago between the two sides, multiple sources have confirmed.&nbsp; This comes as a significant outreach to central Asia by New Delhi as it shares cultural, civilisational and historic linkages.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Modi had visited all Central Asian countries in 2015, a first by any Indian PM.&nbsp;There 5 republics came into being after the breakup of the Soviet Union.

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The visit by Central Asian leadership marks the first summit of Central Asia and India dialogue, a mechanism that already exists at the Foreign Minister's level.&nbsp;

On December 18 and 19, New Delhi will be hosting the Central Asian, India Foreign Minister's meet. This will be the third such meeting of Central Asian and Indian foreign ministers.&nbsp;

The first meet happened in Uzbekistan's Samarkand in January 2019 where India was represented by the then External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.&nbsp;

Last year the meet happened virtually.

India, in the past, has announced a US $1 billion line of credit for priority developmental projects in fields such as connectivity, energy, IT, healthcare, education, agriculture etc.&nbsp;

It has also pitched for Chabahar port in Iran for an easy route for connectivity, something that has garnered support among those countries.&nbsp;

Afghanistan has been one of the main topics of conversation between the two sides, with EAM visiting Uzbekistan and Tajikistan earlier this year where the issue dominated.

India's choice of guest at the Republic Day shows its closeness with the country or a region.&nbsp;

Under PM Modi's tenure since 2014, India has invited US President Barack Obama (2015), French President Francois Hollande(2016), UAE's Md Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (2017), all the 10 ASEAN countries (2018), South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa (2019) and Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro(2020).&nbsp;

Last year, UK's Boris Johnson was expected as the guest but that could not happen due to Covid. 
Among the central Asian countries, only Kazakhstan has been the chief guest of India's grand parade in the year 2009.

All 5 central Asian countries- Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan are being invited by New Delhi as the Republic day guest. This is the first time that all central Asian countries will be present as the guest and the second time when so many countries will be invited together after 2018 when ASEAN was invited.

All 5 central Asian countries- Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan are being invited by New Delhi as the Republic day guest. This is the first time that all central Asian countries will be present as the guest and the second time when so many countries will be invited together after 2018 when ASEAN was invited. The formal conversation regarding this started nearly 3 weeks ago between the two sides, multiple sources have confirmed. This comes as a significant outreach to central Asia by New Delhi as it shares cultural, civilisational and historic linkages. Prime Minister Modi had visited all Central Asian countries in 2015, a first by any Indian PM. There 5 republics came into being after the breakup of the Soviet Union. Also read | DRDO, IAF successfully flight-test stand-off anti-tank missile The visit by Central Asian leadership marks the first summit of Central Asia and India dialogue, a mechanism that already exists at the Foreign Minister's level. On December 18 and 19, New Delhi will be hosting the Central Asian, India Foreign Minister's meet. This will be the third such meeting of Central Asian and Indian foreign ministers. The first meet happened in Uzbekistan's Samarkand in January 2019 where India was represented by the then External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. Last year the meet happened virtually. India, in the past, has announced a US $1 billion line of credit for priority developmental projects in fields such as connectivity, energy, IT, healthcare, education, agriculture etc. It has also pitched for Chabahar port in Iran for an easy route for connectivity, something that has garnered support among those countries. Afghanistan has been one of the main topics of conversation between the two sides, with EAM visiting Uzbekistan and Tajikistan earlier this year where the issue dominated. India's choice of guest at the Republic Day shows its closeness with the country or a region. Under PM Modi's tenure since 2014, India has invited US President Barack Obama (2015), French President Francois Hollande(2016), UAE's Md Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (2017), all the 10 ASEAN countries (2018), South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa (2019) and Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro(2020). Last year, UK's Boris Johnson was expected as the guest but that could not happen due to Covid. Among the central Asian countries, only Kazakhstan has been the chief guest of India's grand parade in the year 2009.

All five Central Asian countries to be chief guest at India's Republic Day

A whole host of countries from West Asia to Europe will be on the list of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign travel in 2022, all of which depends on the COVID-19&nbsp;situation globally.&nbsp;

Amid the COVID-19&nbsp;crisis, few VVIP visits have happened. PM Modi visited Bangladesh in March this&nbsp;year, his first visit abroad since November 2019. Since the Dhaka visit, PM has been to Washington for the Quad summit, New York for United Nations General Assembly meet, Italy for G20 summit and UK's Glasgow for the climate summit.

Indian President visits Dhaka later this month, his first visit abroad amid the pandemic.&nbsp; 
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UAE

It looks clear now that Prime Minister will be travelling to the United Arab Emirates in early January. PM Modi will be visiting&nbsp;the mega India pavilion at Dubai Expo. It will be PM Modi's fourth visit to the country since 2014. He had earlier&nbsp;travelled to the west Asian country&nbsp;which has emerged as a close ally of New Delhi in 2015, 2018 and&nbsp;2019.

Germany

PM Modi&nbsp;is also expected to travel to Germany for the 6th Indo-German Inter-Governmental Consultations(IGC) that alternates every two&nbsp;years between the two&nbsp;countries.

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel had been to India for the IGC in 2019. The visit of PM Modi to Berlin will provide an occasion to meet the new Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz.&nbsp;

Asked about the visit, German envoy Walter Lindner in response to a WION question earlier this year said, "You have to ask your prime minister because this is the standard because every two&nbsp;years either we come&nbsp;or PM comes to Germany. Merkel was here two&nbsp;ago, so next year if the Covid situation allows your PM will be in Germany. So we hope it happens within the next 6 months, this will be the first official meeting of the two&nbsp;heads of government."

Germany is also the chair of G7 in 2022. India has been regularly invited for the summit since 2019 when France was the host of the summit. Last year&nbsp;saw the then US President Trump talking about inviting India and others for the summit in the country but the summit never happened. This year UK as the host invited India but due to the second&nbsp;wave of the COVID-19 crisis in India&nbsp;PM Modi could not visit.

Denmark

A large part of PM's visits will be to Europe this year. He is expected to travel to Denmark for the second India-Nordic summit.&nbsp;During the visit of Denmark PM Mette Frederiksen in October this year&nbsp;she had invited the Indian PM for the second India-Nordic summit to be convened in Copenhagen in 2022.&nbsp;The first Indo-Nordic summit involving all five&nbsp;Nordic countries - Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland took&nbsp;place in April 2018 in Stockholm.&nbsp;

Indonesia

Indonesia's Bali&nbsp;will see leaders of G20 grouping descending for the annual summit of the twenty&nbsp;most powerful economies. Next year's summit is important for India since the presidency will be handed over to New Delhi. Indonesian President Joko Widodo will hand over the presidency to PM Modi during the summit that is expected to take place in October 2022. India will host&nbsp;the summit in 2023&nbsp;for the first time.

Russia

Russia will be a key stop next year for the annual India-Russia summit. Russian President was in New Delhi in December for the summit that alternates annually between the two&nbsp;countries.

PM Modi last visited Russia's Vladivostok in 2019 for the summit.&nbsp; President Putin's was the only head of state&nbsp;to visit India this year after Denmark PM's visit. New Delhi in pre-Covid times has been a busy capital with many world leaders visiting the country. The last major visit to India was of Myanmar's then president and former US President Trump in February 2020.

Japan&nbsp;

Japan will be the destination for the second&nbsp;Quad in-person summit. The Quad grouping of India, US, Australia and Japan consolidated this year with a virtual summit followed by an in-person summit in September in Washington.

The grouping whose emergence&nbsp;China is not very pleased about has worked on a number of issues from producing Covid vaccines and Quad principles on technology, design, development and&nbsp;governance. The in-person Quad summit in Japan is likely to take place in February according to initial indications.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka

In the neighbourhood, PM could travel to Sri Lanka for the BIMSTEC or&nbsp;Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka is the chair of the group and will host the 5th in-person summit next year. The country was expected to host the summit this year&nbsp;but it did not materialise. On the agenda at the summit will be the approval of the BIMSTEC Charter, BIMSTEC Master Plan for Transport Connectivity &amp; BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance on&nbsp;criminal matters.

The grouping is also working on the finalisation of the BIMSTEC coastal shipping agreement and the motor vehicles agreement. In 2019, India had invited BIMSTEC heads of government and&nbsp;states for PM Modi's oath-taking ceremony for the second term. After Sri Lanka, Thailand will be the host of the grouping.&nbsp;BIMSTEC group has been high on India's priority&nbsp;given SAARC has largely been defunct.

Rwanda

Rwanda&nbsp;is likely to be the Prime Minister's destination in Africa since the country hosts the Commonwealth summit (or Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting) CHOGM meet. The summit has been postponed twice&nbsp;in 2020 and&nbsp;2021 due to Covid and new dates have been suggested. PM Modi last participated in the CHOGM summit in the UK in 2018.&nbsp;

ASEAN, SCO &amp;&nbsp;BRICS

Other destination of India's PM includes Cambodia for the ASEAN&nbsp;summit, Uzbekistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit and China for BRICS but it depends if the summit happens in-person. The BRICS and ASEAN&nbsp;summit have been taking place virtually for the past two years. The&nbsp;SCO summit this year was in hybrid mode due to the COVID-19 crisis.

A whole host of countries from West Asia to Europe will be on the list of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign travel in 2022, all of which depends on the COVID-19 situation globally.

A whole host of countries from West Asia to Europe will be on the list of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign travel in 2022, all of which depends on the COVID-19 situation globally. Amid the COVID-19 crisis, few VVIP visits have happened. PM Modi visited Bangladesh in March this year, his first visit abroad since November 2019. Since the Dhaka visit, PM has been to Washington for the Quad summit, New York for United Nations General Assembly meet, Italy for G20 summit and UK's Glasgow for the climate summit. Indian President visits Dhaka later this month, his first visit abroad amid the pandemic. UAE It looks clear now that Prime Minister will be travelling to the United Arab Emirates in early January. PM Modi will be visiting the mega India pavilion at Dubai Expo. It will be PM Modi's fourth visit to the country since 2014. He had earlier travelled to the west Asian country which has emerged as a close ally of New Delhi in 2015, 2018 and 2019. Germany PM Modi is also expected to travel to Germany for the 6th Indo-German Inter-Governmental Consultations(IGC) that alternates every two years between the two countries. Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel had been to India for the IGC in 2019. The visit of PM Modi to Berlin will provide an occasion to meet the new Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz. Asked about the visit, German envoy Walter Lindner in response to a WION question earlier this year said, "You have to ask your prime minister because this is the standard because every two years either we come or PM comes to Germany. Merkel was here two ago, so next year if the Covid situation allows your PM will be in Germany. So we hope it happens within the next 6 months, this will be the first official meeting of the two heads of government." Germany is also the chair of G7 in 2022. India has been regularly invited for the summit since 2019 when France was the host of the summit. Last year saw the then US President Trump talking about inviting India and others for the summit in the country but the summit never happened. This year UK as the host invited India but due to the second wave of the COVID-19 crisis in India PM Modi could not visit. Denmark A large part of PM's visits will be to Europe this year. He is expected to travel to Denmark for the second India-Nordic summit. During the visit of Denmark PM Mette Frederiksen in October this year she had invited the Indian PM for the second India-Nordic summit to be convened in Copenhagen in 2022. The first Indo-Nordic summit involving all five Nordic countries - Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland took place in April 2018 in Stockholm. Indonesia Indonesia's Bali will see leaders of G20 grouping descending for the annual summit of the twenty most powerful economies. Next year's summit is important for India since the presidency will be handed over to New Delhi. Indonesian President Joko Widodo will hand over the presidency to PM Modi during the summit that is expected to take place in October 2022. India will host the summit in 2023 for the first time. Russia Russia will be a key stop next year for the annual India-Russia summit. Russian President was in New Delhi in December for the summit that alternates annually between the two countries. PM Modi last visited Russia's Vladivostok in 2019 for the summit. President Putin's was the only head of state to visit India this year after Denmark PM's visit. New Delhi in pre-Covid times has been a busy capital with many world leaders visiting the country. The last major visit to India was of Myanmar's then president and former US President Trump in February 2020. Japan Japan will be the destination for the second Quad in-person summit. The Quad grouping of India, US, Australia and Japan consolidated this year with a virtual summit followed by an in-person summit in September in Washington. The grouping whose emergence China is not very pleased about has worked on a number of issues from producing Covid vaccines and Quad principles on technology, design, development and governance. The in-person Quad summit in Japan is likely to take place in February according to initial indications. Sri Lanka In the neighbourhood, PM could travel to Sri Lanka for the BIMSTEC or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. Sri Lanka is the chair of the group and will host the 5th in-person summit next year. The country was expected to host the summit this year but it did not materialise. On the agenda at the summit will be the approval of the BIMSTEC Charter, BIMSTEC Master Plan for Transport Connectivity & BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance on criminal matters. The grouping is also working on the finalisation of the BIMSTEC coastal shipping agreement and the motor vehicles agreement. In 2019, India had invited BIMSTEC heads of government and states for PM Modi's oath-taking ceremony for the second term. After Sri Lanka, Thailand will be the host of the grouping. BIMSTEC group has been high on India's priority given SAARC has largely been defunct. Rwanda Rwanda is likely to be the Prime Minister's destination in Africa since the country hosts the Commonwealth summit (or Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting) CHOGM meet. The summit has been postponed twice in 2020 and 2021 due to Covid and new dates have been suggested. PM Modi last participated in the CHOGM summit in the UK in 2018. ASEAN, SCO & BRICS Other destination of India's PM includes Cambodia for the ASEAN summit, Uzbekistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit and China for BRICS but it depends if the summit happens in-person. The BRICS and ASEAN summit have been taking place virtually for the past two years. The SCO summit this year was in hybrid mode due to the COVID-19 crisis.

PM Modi's 2022 foreign destinations: UAE, Germany, Denmark, Indonesia, Russia, Japan, Sri Lanka & Rwanda

India's Republic Day celebrations in 2022 will see five Central Asian countries' presence. New Delhi will host a foreign ministers meeting.

India's Republic Day celebrations: 5 Central Asian countries to attend

Defence and sovereignty are important for India as it is a developing country.

Both India and the West have expressed concerns over China's advancement in Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Indo-Pacific region.

In the scenario of a global conflict counter mechanisms can save India from severe complications.

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Where are India's overseas military bases located?

India does not have any military bases in the western hemisphere.

However, it has signed several bilateral agreements with the US to use its military bases and vice-versa.

It can use the military base of the US under the General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA).

Both countries can use designated military facilities for refueling and replenishment under the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA).

It covers four areas, including port calls, joint exercises, training, and humanitarian assistance along with disaster relief.

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Under the Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement, India is allowed to procure specialised equipment for encrypted communications existing on C-17, C-130, P-81s like US-origin platforms. This agreement gives India access to advanced defence systems as well.

US and India had signed the Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement in 2020 which allows New Delhi to have real-time access to American Geospatial Intelligence. It will increase the accuracy of missiles and armed drones.

India is also discussing military pacts and logistics with Russia, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.&nbsp;

If the pact with Russia gets signed, India will get access to Russian facilities in the Arctic region which will further increase the availability of shipping routes and resources.

It has signed a pact with other member countries of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) including the US, Japan and Australia to get access to the military logistics of any concerned country.

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In 2002, India had built its first military base in Tajikistan. The negotiations of this base had been initiated by the Research and Analysis Wing (R&amp;AW).&nbsp;

Previously, it was used to provide military supplies to the Afghan Northern Alliance and intelligence gathering. 
&nbsp; 
Known as Farkhor Air Base, India's military is stationed here and it controls this base along with the Tajikistan military.&nbsp;

It is strategically important as it provides depth and range in Central Asia.&nbsp;

India has control over the Chabahar port in Iran which acts as a gateway between Afghanistan and Central Asia.It also resolves connectivity issues in the Indian Ocean. &nbsp;

China's increasing funding to the Gwadar port in Pakistan has become a cause of concern for India, as this port along with Chabahar port are often called ''sister ports.''

After Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Iran, Beijing has signed a $400 billion deal with Tehran.

India has modernised its military base in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands which are located near the Strait of Malacca. Through it, India can counter southeast Asia and the South China Sea.

According to the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in the US, India has also developed naval surveillance facilities in Mauritius and Madagascar.

India had leased Agalega Island from Mauritius in 2015 and built a military base worth an estimated value of $87 million.

It has expedited the annual touring of all bases in the Indian Ocean with a small division of ships. From 2014 to 2015, Indian naval ships toured 50 countries in this region.

In 2018, India signed an agreement with the government of Seychelles to build a joint military base on the Assumption.

To counter China, India is increasing its presence from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Ocean. However, it needs to increase military bases rather than just signing agreements with other countries.

Defence and sovereignty are important for India as it is a developing country. Both India and the West have expressed concerns over China's advancement in Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Indo-Pacific region.

Defence and sovereignty are important for India as it is a developing country. Both India and the West have expressed concerns over China's advancement in Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Indo-Pacific region. In the scenario of a global conflict counter mechanisms can save India from severe complications. Also see | Inside look at Asia’s largest Naval Academy, the cradle of India’s future naval leadership Where are India's overseas military bases located? India does not have any military bases in the western hemisphere. However, it has signed several bilateral agreements with the US to use its military bases and vice-versa. It can use the military base of the US under the General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA). Both countries can use designated military facilities for refueling and replenishment under the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA). It covers four areas, including port calls, joint exercises, training, and humanitarian assistance along with disaster relief. Also see | Despite Rafale, why is India still boosting its Mirage 2000 squadron? Under the Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement, India is allowed to procure specialised equipment for encrypted communications existing on C-17, C-130, P-81s like US-origin platforms. This agreement gives India access to advanced defence systems as well. US and India had signed the Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement in 2020 which allows New Delhi to have real-time access to American Geospatial Intelligence. It will increase the accuracy of missiles and armed drones. India is also discussing military pacts and logistics with Russia, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam. If the pact with Russia gets signed, India will get access to Russian facilities in the Arctic region which will further increase the availability of shipping routes and resources. It has signed a pact with other member countries of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) including the US, Japan and Australia to get access to the military logistics of any concerned country. Also read | China releases propaganda video of Galwan Valley clash In 2002, India had built its first military base in Tajikistan. The negotiations of this base had been initiated by the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW). Previously, it was used to provide military supplies to the Afghan Northern Alliance and intelligence gathering. Known as Farkhor Air Base, India's military is stationed here and it controls this base along with the Tajikistan military. It is strategically important as it provides depth and range in Central Asia. India has control over the Chabahar port in Iran which acts as a gateway between Afghanistan and Central Asia.It also resolves connectivity issues in the Indian Ocean. China's increasing funding to the Gwadar port in Pakistan has become a cause of concern for India, as this port along with Chabahar port are often called ''sister ports.'' After Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Iran, Beijing has signed a $400 billion deal with Tehran. India has modernised its military base in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands which are located near the Strait of Malacca. Through it, India can counter southeast Asia and the South China Sea. According to the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in the US, India has also developed naval surveillance facilities in Mauritius and Madagascar. India had leased Agalega Island from Mauritius in 2015 and built a military base worth an estimated value of $87 million. It has expedited the annual touring of all bases in the Indian Ocean with a small division of ships. From 2014 to 2015, Indian naval ships toured 50 countries in this region. In 2018, India signed an agreement with the government of Seychelles to build a joint military base on the Assumption. To counter China, India is increasing its presence from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Ocean. However, it needs to increase military bases rather than just signing agreements with other countries.

What is the strategic significance of India's military bases in foreign countries?

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