The Finn’s Weaver or Yellow Weaver was first spotted in Uttarakhand in the 1950s by eminent ornithologist Dr Salim Ali. The bird, usually found in areas near agricultural fields or the Terai region, has seen a decline in population since the past few decades.
The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation has announced an increase in the salaries of its personnel posted in high altitude and difficult areas in Uttarakhand, North-east India, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh with effect from June 1. The increase ranges from 100% to 170% towards risk allowance, which is aimed at checking the attrition level of staff posted in high-risk and difficult terrains along the border.
‘PLA relies on fear to extract performance, which does not work in a place like Nathu La in Sikkim. They are extremely low paid. My counterpart once told me that he gets one third of what I get,’ said a retired Indian Army colonel, who was posted in Leh until recently.
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) on Friday suggested a five-point ‘PEACE’ action plan for the industrial development of the country at a time when border tensions with China are at its peak and demand for boycotting Chinese goods are escalating.
Amid the rising number of coronavirus confirmed cases in the national capital, the 10,000-bed Sardar Patel COVID care centre will provide a huge relief to the Delhiites.
A crucial bridge on the Munsyari-Milam road near the India-China border in Uttarakhand that collapsed on June 22 when an earthmover was being taken across it has been rebuilt by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) within a record time of five days. Traffic was restored on the stretch on Saturday
In a major move towards GST taxpayers’ facilitation, the Government has decided to provide the facility of SMS filing of NIL statement of FORM GSTR-1 from 1st week of July 2020.
Amid heightened Chinese fighter aircraft and helicopter activities along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Indian armed forces have deployed their advanced very quick-reaction surface-to-air missile defence systems in the Eastern Ladakh sector.
Modi’s unambiguous policy towards China is reflected in New Delhi’s defence preparedness and pragmatism in world politics. China’s displeasure shows the legacy of passivity and inaction that Modi inherited from his predecessors has been buried. It is also clear that India has come out of the self-inflicted delusion that China under Xi does not carry the legacy of Mao Zedong’s deception and lies.
Benefits of Virabhadrasana 2 are that it strengthens and tones the arms, legs, and lower back. It also improves body’s balance and increases stamina. This posture is beneficial for those with sedentary or desk jobs and is extremely beneficial to heal frozen shoulders. Additionally, it also effectively releases stress from shoulders in a short span of time.
