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Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
The Great Khali joins Fit India Cycling Drive in Delhi
Former WWE World Heavyweight champion and the only Indian to hold that feat, The Great Khali, flagged off the drive. The 31st edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was held across India on Sunday, with Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya leading the event in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Over 500 people joined him in the cycling drive, which promotes the message of 'Fitness Ki Dose, Aadha Ghanta Roz'. This week's edition was organised in partnership with various Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), and events were held at more than 7000 locations. Around 3000 Namo Fit India Cycling Clubs also participated. Attended by over 3000 old and young fitness enthusiasts, Khali, 52, stressed the importance of fitness in Bharat becoming a 'Vishwaguru'. In Gandhinagar, Dr Mandaviya met the Indian Youth Women's Handball Team, who are currently at a national camp. The event was flagged off by Arjuna Awardee and para powerlifting coach Rajinder Singh Rahelu. Local officials such as MLAs, the Mayor, and police officers also attended. Participants included employees from PSUs like ONGC, Indian Oil, GAIL, HPCL, LIC and others. Lalit Kumar Watts from the Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) said that athletes from sports like hockey, shooting and basketball also took part. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi More than 3000 Cycling Clubs are part of the movement and actively participate every Sunday. These cycling drives are conducted by several Khelo India Centres (KICs), Khelo India State Centres of Excellence (KISCEs), SAI Training Centres (STCs), Khelo India Accredited Academies (KIAAs), Regional Centres (RCs), as well as various National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs) across the country. In Delhi, the event was held at Major Dhyanchand Stadium and included yoga, Zumba, and rope skipping. Former WWE champion The Great Khali flagged off the cycle rally and urged youth to stay fit and avoid drugs. He stressed that a healthy India can become a global leader. A special edition was also held in Gurgaon with support from Raahgiri Foundation, featuring yoga, games, and cycling. The event is led by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and supported by over 3000 cycling clubs and various sports institutions.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Clarity in Krishna's message
Lessons from the Bhagavad Gita are innumerable. Chapter II, verse 27, delivers one of the scripture's most profound truths: 'Death is certain for the one who is born and birth is inevitable for the one who has died; therefore, you should not lament over the inevitable.' This ancient wisdom speaks directly to humanity's eternal struggle with mortality and moral duty, said Swami Mitranandaji. When the warrior Arjuna, overwhelmed by the prospect of battle, seeks to abandon his responsibilities and free from the battlefield, he cites death as complete destruction. His paralysis represents more than personal fear — it embodies the human tendency to avoid difficult but necessary action when faced with life' s harsh realities. Lord Krishna's response is not one of comfort, but of clarity. The divine teacher refuses to allow Arjuna's sentimental lamenting, and instead calls him to decisive action. Krishna's message is uncompromising: avoiding dharma, one's righteous duty, is worse than death itself. In a society that has become adharmic, living without purpose or moral foundation renders existence meaningless. The Gita's teaching transcends individual morality to address societal responsibility. When dharma is abandoned, society itself becomes spiritually dead. Krishna emphasises that birth and death are merely two sides of the same coin, natural transitions in the eternal cycle of existence. What matters is not the inevitability of death, but how one lives — whether in accordance with dharma or in opposition to it. Throughout Hindu tradition, divine beings have taken up arms whenever adharma crossed all boundaries and force became the only means to restore righteousness. This principle extends beyond ancient battlefields to contemporary challenges where moral courage demands action over inaction. Krishna's counsel to Arjuna remains relevant today, when faced with moral imperatives, sentiment must yield to righteous action. A life lived in accordance with dharma, however brief, surpasses a lengthy existence devoid of purpose and righteousness.
India.com
16-07-2025
- Science
- India.com
Bad news for China as India develops deadly ‘Gandiv' missiles to shoot down China's J-20 stealth fighter, the Astra MkIII can travel…can be launched…
Image for the representational purposes New Delhi: In a major development that promises to bring a revolutionary change in the Indian Air Force's combat capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed the Astra MkIII air-to-air missile. The missile is designed to engage targets in air-to-air combat. According to the reports, the Astra Mk-3 missile, which has been named 'Gandiv', is now set to undergo developmental trials. This missile is not only a demonstration of India's indigenous missile development capabilities to the world, but also a decisive step towards countering China's advanced missiles like the PL-15 and PL-17. One of the key highlights is that after the successful development of Astra Mk-3, an upgraded next variant is also planned. Once inducted into the Indian Air Force, this missile will provide India with a powerful weapon capable of taking down enemy fighter jets and surveillance aircraft from several hundred kilometers away, especially in the context of threats from China and Pakistan. DRDO claims that this new technology will be used in both Astra Mk-2 and Mk-3, thereby giving India's aerial defense system a robust electronic warfare-resistant framework. Here are some of the key features of Astra Mk-3 missile? The Astra Mk-3 missile has been named after 'Gandiv,' the mighty bow of the great warrior Arjuna from the Mahabharata. Astra Mk-3 missile is a ramjet-powered Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) The missile is specially designed to target high-value assets and stealth fighter jets, bombers, and Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft at ranges of over 300–350 kilometers. Astra Mk-3 missile is equipped with DRDO's Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology This enables it to travel long distances at supersonic speeds — up to Mach 4.5. One of its key advantages is its ability to use oxygen from the atmosphere as an oxidizer, eliminating the need to carry heavy oxidizing agents, making the missile lighter and more efficient. Its ramjet technology also gives it a throttleable propulsion system, allowing it to dynamically adjust speed and power in real-time. This makes it highly effective in rapidly changing combat scenarios and capable of hitting fast-moving, highly maneuverable targets. In short, the Astra Mk-3 can strike targets up to 350 kilometers away at Mach 4.5 speed, making it an extremely lethal and formidable weapon in India's aerial arsenal. The production model of Astra Mk-3 is moving beyond a Gallium Arsenide (GaAs)-based AESA seeker and will now incorporate a Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based seeker, according to the reports. GaN-based seekers are capable of operating at higher temperatures and are significantly more resistant to electronic jamming (ECM). The DRDO has specifically designed this missile to shoot down Chinese J-20 fifth-generation fighter jets mid-air. Therefore, it has been equipped with the capability to resist jamming during electronic warfare and to penetrate stealth technology-equipped jets. Chinese PL-15 and PL-17 PL-15: PL-15 is designed to fight the high-value targets like AWACS, tankers, and enemy fighters. PL-15 has a range of 200-300 km (export version PL-15E has a shorter range of 145 km). PL-15 can be launched from J-10C, J-20, J-16, J-11B, and JF-17 fighters. Combines inertial navigation, Beidou satellite updates, two-way datalink, and an active radar seeker with AESA technology. A PL-15E missile was recovered in India after being fired by Pakistan, leading to concerns about technological leaks, according to India Today. PL-17: PL-17 is designed for ultra-long-range engagements, potentially exceeding the range of the PL-15. According to the reports, the missiles have a range of 400 km, making it one of the farthest-reaching AAMs. Compared to other long-range AAMs, the PL-17 has larger size, measuring 6 meters (20 ft) in length. Relies on inertial guidance, satellite navigation, data-link, and a terminal seeker with active radar, passive sensors, and IR-homing. Seen on J-16 fighter jets. Its induction stage is unclear, with some reports suggesting it is in limited production or undergoing further testing.
India Today
15-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Vijay's party leader claims life threat, says DMK-flagged car circled office often
Aadhav Arjuna, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) general secretary for election campaign management, has alleged a serious threat to his life, citing repeated surveillance by unknown individuals. The matter came to light after his legal representative filed a formal complaint with the Deputy Commissioner of Police, T Nagar in Chennai, on July to the complaint, a series of suspicious incidents took place on July 10 outside Arjuna's office on Kasthuri Rangan Road, Alwarpet. The complaint alleges that a yellow autorickshaw carrying men wielding weapons was seen making repeated visits to the vicinity of the office at various intervals during the one instance, two unidentified men reportedly alighted from the autorickshaw and were observed surveying the office premises. When questioned by a bystander, they refused to disclose their identity and left. Later the same day, the autorickshaw allegedly returned twice more — once with three occupants, and again with seven to eight individuals — each time circling the area before departing. A nearby resident reportedly witnessed all three incidents and confirmed the suspicious movements. The complaint also mentions the unexplained presence of an Innova vehicle displaying a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party flag, which entered the dead-end street near the office without making any known visits or halts. This, the complainant stated, further raised concerns of targeted monitoring or reconnaissance linked to Arjuna's political Col. Ajay Kumar Pandey (Retired), who is the security advisor for Aadhav Arjuna, is said to have conducted a preliminary inquiry and prepared an incident report, which was also submitted along with the letter urges the police to treat the matter as urgent, investigate the recurring appearances of the autorickshaw and the DMK-flagged vehicle, and assess the potential threat to Arjuna's safety. It further expresses readiness to assist in the investigation, including producing eyewitnesses and security personnel for statements.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Tamil Nadu#Chennai
Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘My dad is a volleyball player. This is his Arjuna Award, and that is mine. I got it in 2013': Inside PV Sindhu's hill-top home in Hyderabad
Built on a hill and surrounded by lush greenery, PV Sindhu's Hyderabad home offers panoramic views of the city. 'I think everything comes together is what home is for me, because when I say explain and express yourself, I think it's very important—whether it's to yourself—you're calm, you're peaceful, at one place, if you want to just… just relax. So I think everything connects to one thing, and I think that is home for me.' The Olympic medallist's home is as much a retreat as it is a shrine to years of hard work. 'This is built on a hill, there's a lot of greenery around, and it's so peaceful… when you come home, most of the time you're tired… but for me, when I come home, it's like a refreshment altogether,' Sindhu said. Inside, the design reflects both simplicity and polished modernity. The family sits together on the first floor, where Sindhu spends time with her nephew, parents, and dog, Rio. But it's not just about leisure. This is also a home that honours hustle. 'Here it is—my gym—where I do all my fitness, my weight training, and yeah… running and cycling… I work out here and that's where I get that strength and that stamina from,' Sindhu explained. One space is devoted to her awards, as well as those of her father, PV Ramana, who is also an Arjuna awardee. 'This is where all my medals are…My dad is a volleyball player. This is his Arjuna Award, and this is my Arjuna Award—I got it in 2013. I think… I don't know which is nicer, but I would say mine is nicer… anyway,' Sindhu laughs. There's a rare humility in how Sindhu speaks of her journey, yet her house doesn't shy away from showcasing her achievements. In fact, she sees her awards as an extension of family pride and shared legacy. 'It's very rare that a father and a daughter from different sport having Arjuna Award. I'm really very proud to have a father like him—because he has inspired me a lot.' Even today, her father is involved in her daily training. That support system, which is part mentorship and part parenthood, is what transforms this athlete's house into a nurturing ecosystem. 'He comes and sits there until I finish my training sessions… he keeps telling me what it is, how am I doing… that gives me a lot of motivation,' Sindhu said. The interiors themselves are a blend of wood and gold tones, layered with light-coloured fabrics that bring in softness. 'We've used a lot of gold essence and a lot of wood so that… it mixes up and it matches really well… everyone together decided that it would be nice and simple.' Outdoor corners are as thoughtfully designed as the indoors, with textural benches, leafy vistas and wooden accents for late evening chats. 'It's not just that you're sitting on grass and seeing the greenery, but also a few elements like this, it feels really good and really interesting.'
