Mysore Shree, Aam Shree: Jaipur confectioners drop 'Pak' from sweet names
Confectioners in Jaipur have begun to remove the word 'Pak' from the names of sweets sold by them, amid tensions between India and Pakistan. The word 'Pak' in the names of some sweets is now being replaced with suffixes such as Shree or Bharat instead.Names of famous delicacies earlier known as Moti Pak, Aam Pak, Gond Pak and Mysore Pak will now be sold by the names Moti Shree, Aam Shree, Gond Shree, and Mysore Shree respectively.advertisementAlso, Bikaneri Moti Pak is now Bikaneri Moti Shree, Chandi Bhasm Pak is now Chandi Bhasm Shree and Swarn Bhasm Pak is being presented as Swarn Bhasm Shree.
Shopkeepers say that the change in sweet names was a result of continuous requests from customers, who said that the word 'Pak' reminded them of Pakistan and, given the current situation, it hurts their feelings.Notably, the literal meaning of 'Pak' in sweet is 'cooked' or Pakwan (delicacy). However, amid strained ties between India and Pakistan, people have started associating Pak with Pakistan.The shopkeepers say that the customers have welcomed the change in sweets' names and call it a patriotic move made in the nation's interest.advertisementSocial media users are also appreciating the sweet vendors' move. People are of the view that use of words like 'Shree' and 'Bharat' in names of sweets fills them with pride.Apart from customers, several members of the Sweets Association of Jaipur are also supporting this name change and soon the word 'Pak' can be removed from the traditional names of sweets across Rajasthan.Relations between India and Pakistan hit a new low after the April 22 Pahalgam attack, in which 26 civilians were killed. In response, India also launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, destroying nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and killing over 100 terrorists.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India Today
4 hours ago
- India Today
News Menu, June 9: Rahul Gandhi vs poll body escalates, Chirag Paswan's bold move
Good morning. On June 9, 1964, Lal Bahadur Shastri was sworn in as India's second Prime Minister, leading with humility and the rallying cry 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan,' steering the nation through the 1965 Indo-Pak War and sowing seeds for the Green Today serves a news menu blending political ambition, tragedy, and global shifts, reflecting a nation navigating progress and Political Platter: Modi 3.0's Milestone As Modi 3.0 marks its first year, the BJP launches a nationwide outreach from June 9–11 to highlight 11 years of achievements, including Operation Sindoor, praised by Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu as a 'feather in Modi's cap' for curbing India-Pak tensions. Naidu backs One Nation One Election, the Waqf Act, and scrapping Rs 500 notes to fight corruption. Despite the 2024 '400 paar' setback, the NDA remains stable with allies like TDP and JD(U). Election Espresso: Rahul vs. ECRahul Gandhi's claims of election rigging in Maharashtra spark controversy, with poll panel sources urging a formal complaint. BJP's Devendra Fadnavis accuses Rahul of dismissing the public's mandate, while RJD's Tejashwi Yadav backs him, alleging constitutional institutions are 'hijacked' under Modi. The EC plans to share voter rolls since Bihar Blend: Chirag's Bold MoveChirag Paswan's LJP (Ram Vilas) announces it will contest all 243 Bihar Assembly seats in 2025, though Paswan denies aiming for the CM's chair. Posts on X claim he's revolting against Modi and Nitish Kumar, but he emphasises NDA unity, targeting over 225 seats. Tamil Tadka: BJP's Mission TNUnion Home Minister Amit Shah predicts the end of DMK rule in Tamil Nadu's 2026 elections, with the BJP-AIADMK NDA alliance poised to take over. Shah calls DMK a '100% failure,' while TN BJP chief Nainar Nagendran hints at a 'silent operation' to oust them. Bitter Cup: Bengaluru Stampede ProbeKarnataka CM Siddaramaiah denies involvement, while BJP demands his and Dy CM Shivakumar's resignation, holding protests and calling for a special legislative session. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi slams the state's 'irresponsible' handling. Crime Curry: Mangaluru MurderThe NIA will probe the May 1 murder of ex-Bajrang Dal leader Suhas Shetty in Mangaluru, with 11 accused arrested. Shetty was linked to a 2022 murder case, adding complexity to the investigation. Bengal Broth: Monsoon SessionWest Bengal's Assembly begins its monsoon session today, set to pass a resolution on the Pahalgam massacre, addressing recent regional Manipur Masala: Protests IntensifyManipur remains tense as protesters, defying curfews, threaten self-immolation over Meitei leaders' arrests. Internet services are suspended amid ongoing unrest, challenging state authorities. Delhi Dal: Minor's Tragic DeathProtests erupt in Delhi's Bhajanpura after a 9-year-old girl's body was found in a suitcase, with her family alleging sexual assault. Former CM Atishi calls it a national shame, spotlighting safety concerns. Goa Ghee: Health Minister RowGoa CM Pramod Sawant overrules Health Minister Vishwajit Rane's order to suspend a GMCH doctor, assuring no action will be taken. Congress demands Rane's sacking for 'arrogance.' Travel Tadka: Traffic ChaosThe travel season and weekend rush have snarled traffic in Himachal, Haridwar, Dehradun, and surrounding highways, disrupting commuters and tourists alike. Global Gravy: Trump's MovesUS President Trump deploys the National Guard to quell Los Angeles protests against immigration enforcement, with 44 migrants arrested. His travel ban on 12 countries takes effect at 12:01 AM ET Monday. Border csar Vance labels protesters 'insurrectionists,' though the Insurrection Act remains unused. Humanitarian Hummus: Owaisi's Gaza PleaAIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi urges the Modi government to help end the Gaza 'genocide' and provide food aid, highlighting India's role in global humanitarian Parting BiteFrom Modi 3.0's bold outreach to Manipur's unrest and Delhi's tragedy, today's news menu celebrates the memory of Shastri, who strengthened India's democracy. As the nation navigates political battles and global challenges, the contributions of jawan and kisan, remain guiding forces.
Indian Express
5 hours ago
- Indian Express
India's wind sector must innovate and secure, not just scale
Amid heightened Indo-Pak tensions, a Pakistani outlet claimed cyberattacks had knocked out 70 per cent of India's electricity. The false report exposed a very real anxiety: What happens when energy infrastructure becomes a frontline in cyber warfare? For years, the renewable energy sector has diligently optimised turbine efficiency, improved grid integration and focused on speedy deployment. These remain essential. However, an equally pressing threat looms quietly in the background: Cybersecurity and the pace of maximum value addition and localisation in manufacturing. Unlike finance or defence sectors, where digital safeguards have long been entrenched, robust cybersecurity measures are only now being introduced into India's renewable energy framework. And it's about time. A compromised SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system or remote-access breach could disable a wind farm — or multiple sites — in mere seconds. As India pushes towards achieving 500 GW of non-fossil-based electric installed capacity by 2030, including an ambitious target of over 100 GW from wind, the true challenge goes beyond just scaling up. It lies in securing what we install and how it is manufactured. The proposed amendment requires all operational wind turbine data to be stored within Indian territory. Foreign entities will no longer be allowed to remotely access or control Indian wind farms, a clear attempt to eliminate vulnerabilities to external cyber threats. More importantly, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) will be required to establish R&D facilities in India, signalling a decisive shift from passive assembly to active domestic innovation. This aligns with NITI Aayog's 2024 roadmap, emphasising localisation of both hardware and control systems. Given the various global incidents where cyberattacks have crippled energy grids, India's push for digital self-reliance isn't just necessary — it's urgent. Mandating local R&D isn't just about job creation or investment; it's about creating wind turbine technology designed for India's grid, climate, and challenges. India — not China or Europe — must become the epicentre for wind turbine innovation and manufacturing. However, strong policy intent must translate into effective execution, and here the amendment stumbles. Firstly, there is a greater need to build capacity for enforcement. Without a concrete monitoring mechanism, these rules risk becoming paper mandates. Secondly, the amendment needs to articulate India-specific design adaptation clearly. Renewable energy projects here face extreme operating conditions — temperatures exceeding 45°C, saline coastal air, monsoon deluges, and erratic grid voltages. Yet, there is no mandate for in-country prototype testing or climate-resilience validation before inclusion in the RLMMs (Revised List of Models & Manufacturers). This oversight risks importing turbines built for European conditions that buckle under India's punishing climate. Third, the policy skirts the need for embedded systems security. Today, power converters used in wind turbines and solar inverters in solar projects are effectively software-defined assets. They depend on SCADA systems, PLCs, and firmware that may be compromised — often subtly and invisibly. Without mandatory audits of software stacks and hardware backdoors, especially from OEMs in adversarial jurisdictions, India's wind and solar assets remain vulnerable. To operate in India, vendors/OEMs must obtain certification and clearance from Indian authorities and adhere to Government of India (GOI) regulations. These regulations should include provisions for force majeure situations, where vendor/OEM-supplied equipment may fail to receive support and patches, potentially leading to significant security breaches and national security risks. This ensures that even in times of geopolitical uncertainty, India's energy infrastructure remains operable, supported, and secure. Additionally, existing regulatory frameworks — like the Central Electricity Authority's temperature thresholds or the National Institute of Wind Energy's certification protocols — are treated as optional references, not core requirements. This disconnect must be addressed if we want turbines that are not just 'Made in India' but truly Engineered for India. The writer is a Partner at Dalberg Advisors, where he leads climate-related projects in Asia Pacific and globally
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
As Elon Musk's bromance with Trump crumbles, an incident in Mar-a-Lago with Tesla link re-surfaces
As the ongoing feud between US President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk continues to escalate, some are taking the opportunity to bring the attention back to Tesla. In a similar stunt to one pulled over a month ago, a plane with the banner "Save Tesla, Fire Musk" soared over Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate this weekend. While the party behind this message remains unknown, this aerial protest follows speculations that surfaced last month about Tesla 's board considering Musk's replacement as CEO. 'Save Tesla, fire Musk' On April 22, a plane with the same banner slogan was spotted flying over the Texas Capitol building and downtown Austin, corresponding with Tesla's earnings call, reports THE Irish Star. The dispute originally began over Trump's budget bill but quickly escalated after Musk claimed that Trump wouldn't have won the election without his help. Trump then hinted that he might turn the federal government against Musk's businesses, including Tesla and SpaceX. ALSO READ: In Georgia, Pak man with UAE residency denied entry to US state, says 'was treated like a criminal'. Know the revised rules The confrontation reached feverish levels as Musk insinuated that Trump's reluctance to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was because Trump himself appeared in them. Live Events The dispute escalated dramatically when Musk claimed that President Trump had not released files related to the infamous paedophile Jeffrey Epstein because Trump himself was implicated in them. On June 5, Musk posted on X, 'Time to drop the really big bomb. @realDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!' Although this post has since been deleted. In response, President Trump appeared unfazed by the controversy, telling CNN, 'I'm not even thinking about Elon. He's got a problem. The poor guy's got a problem.' ALSO READ: Thomas Fugate: A novice who replaced an army veteran to lead US terror prevention centre Meanwhile, Tesla's shares plunged over 14% in a sharp sell-off as investors reacted to the escalating feud between the CEO and the U.S. President. By the close of trading yesterday, Musk's personal fortune had dropped by an estimated $34 billion—nearly matching the largest single-day loss he suffered back in November 2021. Tesla's market value also took a huge hit, shedding about $150 billion. Despite this massive setback, Musk remains the world's richest person, with an estimated net worth of $334.5 billion. In after-hours trading, Tesla shares rebounded slightly, gaining 0.8%. Investors had poured hundreds of billions into Tesla stock following Trump's election, betting that political factors would favor the company. However, the recent turmoil has served as a reminder of the risks involved in such speculation.
