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The Hindu
a day ago
- The Hindu
Police officials stay overnight at villages in Palnadu to reassure public safety, raise awareness on safe practices
Acting on the instructions of Palnadu district Superintendent of Police Kanchi Srinivasa Rao, police teams conducted 'Palle Nidra' (Village Stay) programme on the night of June 1 in sensitive villages across the district to build trust and ensure law and order. Police officers camped overnight at Kanaparru (Nadendla mandal), Thurumella (Rompicherla mandal), Cheemala Marri (Nakarikallu mandal), Bodavada (Gurazala mandal), and the 22nd ward of Sattenapalli town. They engaged directly with villagers to understand local issues and reassure the public of their safety, Mr. Srinivasa Rao told The Hindu on Monday. The police warned that any involvement in anti-social or disruptive activities would invite strict legal consequences. The officers also conducted awareness sessions on cybercrime, urging residents not to click suspicious URL links or share OTPs, and to report such incidents immediately by calling 1930. Emphasising road safety, people were urged to always wear helmets and to prevent minors from riding two-wheelers. Community responsibility in preventing illicit activities like gambling and illegal liquor sales was also emphasised, the SP said. Women were encouraged to download the government's Shakti app to report any safety concerns. The programme saw participation from local police officials, including the sub-inspectors from Nakarikallu, Rompicherla, Gurazala, Sattenapalli, and Nadendla.
India.com
2 days ago
- General
- India.com
Discover The Fascinating History Behind Mysuru City's Name
Mysore, one of the most iconic cities of Karnataka, India, is famous for its extravagant culture, tradition, grandiose palaces and colorful history. It has always served as a hub for art, education and even spirituality. But do you know what the name Mysru refers to? Well, it is as fascinating as the city itself. Its origin comes from mythology and history and has undergone a lot of shifts in terms of language. In this post, we will cover the roots behind the city perspectives. Mythological roots Did you know that Mysore gets its name from Mahishasura, an ancient demon king? Similarly, the word 'Mysuru' also derives from Hindu mythology. The tale follows, there once was a buffalo headed demon called Mahishasura. He possessed a boon from lord Brahma, which made him virtually invincible. With this blessing, he went on murder spree across the earth and even the heavens in order to subdue the mortals and gods. Defeating him was no easy task for the gods, but with the help of Durga, the goddess of Shakti (a feminine divinity), they managed to win the battle. After nine long days of fighting, Goddess Durga managed to defeat Mahishasura on the final day of the battle. This is referred to as Vijayadashami or Dussehra. This great recital of good conquering evil is celebrated throughout the country during the Nokia Mysuru Dasara, a famous festival in India. As for the Lord Mysuru Dasara, the name Mysurus is said to have evolved from the great battle. It is believed to have had stems from 'Mahishur', an ancient name meaning 'the land of Mahisha.' Like stories of Mesopotamia, Myishuru also changed with time in sequence leading to the modern name of Lord Mahishuru. Historical Evolution of The Name From its original form Mahishuru It saw several effective metamorphosis thanks to Japanese inhabitants of the colonized region. Between the 14th to 16th century of the Vijayanagara Empire rule, the city was known as Mahishuranagara like the rest of the regions. Other than the Vijayanagara Empire, the Wodeyar dynasty claim to have moved to Mysuru after the 14th century bringing with them television and the rise of international sports but with the dying claim of retaining the identity of the city of Mysore. When the British got to India, they altered several Indian names for easier usage. 'Mysuru' became Mysore which was a common name during the colonial period and also after independence. There has been a movement to restore the native Kannada name 'Mysuru' in the recent past for restoration of Indian identities. The Karnataka government did change the city's name from 'Mysore' to 'Mysuru' in 2014 to coincide with its cultural history and genealogy, so the conversion Bill was passed in 2014. The Cultural Significance of The Name 'Mysore' is not just an abstract name; it conveys potency and enriched history. It is a reminder of the great city's mythological roots, and its continuous association with the tale of Goddess Durga and Mahishasura. This heritage outshines during the highly publicized Dasara festival that happens every year, pulling millions of people from around the globe. The vivid and appearance of the city together with the processions, performances and decoration of the palace, during Dasara signals to pay passt to the history of the city and its royal and mythological history. Alongside this, the term 'Mysore' retains shades of the city being a hub of Kannada culture and traditions. Myusru today is considered the cultural capital of Karnataka and is renowned for music, classical dance and art. The city name denotes a Kannada word symbolizing the neverending devotion of the city towards its language and culture. Mysore Today: The Continuation of History. Mysore today is an amalgamation of the city's historical as well as current modern advancements. Mysore is renowned for its sanitation, architectural vandals and has purportedly the highest standard of living in India. The city is emerging as a center for innovation and development with some of the most important schools and research centers and growing businesses. Mysore still complies to the adage 'Old is Gold'. The glorious history of the city is well preserved in gifted marvelous architecture and dramatic landscapes such as Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, and Brindavan Gardens Ishs Thus, the name Mysuru automatically brings a sense of nostalgia. Final Thoughts: There is no denying that the origins of Mysore's name are a mixture of mythology, history, and culture. The city today stands as one of the most significant metropolitan cities, but it all began as a legend of Mahishasura. Every name, especially the ones that stem from myths, carry a story with them. Mysore has always been more than just a city, and this name reflects the unmatched heritage. The city is constantly evolving, but the name remains the same; a symbol of charm and pride. It enables us to reminisce about the spellbinding heritage this city possesses.
United News of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- United News of India
IMD predicts full of rain, cloudy skies in first week of June
Mumbai, May 31 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday predicted that Mumbai will experience full rain and cloudy skies in the first week of June, with temperatures ranging between 26 degrees Celsius and 33 degrees Celsius maximum. The rains will range from light to moderate next week. Meanwhile the dept has also predicted generally cloudy skies with light rains on Saturday, May 31, in the city. As the month ends, May has had unpredictable weather this year, breaking the record of rain in May in the past 107 years. The unpredictable rains were caused by Cyclone Shakti, according to reports. On May 31, the temperatures are to stay between the minimum and maximum temperatures of 27 and 32 degrees Celsius today. As of 9 AM, the temperature is at 29°C with precipitation at 25%, humidity at 76% and wind at 23 km/h, giving a cloudy, windy and slightly warm day ahead. UNI-AAA ARN
United News of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Op Sindoor has become a symbol of India's Nari Shakti: PM Modi
Bhopal, May 31 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said 'Sindoor' which symbolises feminine strength in the Indian culture and traditions has now become a symbol of India's valour. 'Operation Sindoor stands as a testament to the strength and valour of India's Nari Shakti,' the Prime Minister said while addressing the Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan here, an official statement said. 'India is a land of deep-rooted culture and traditions, where sindoor symbolises feminine strength,' emphasised Modi, mentioning that "even Lord Hanuman, immersed in devotion of Lord Ram, adorned himself with Sindoor, and it is offered in Shakti puja rituals. Sindoor has now become a symbol of India's valour.' Referring to the attack in Pahalgam, PM Modi said that the terrorists not only shed the blood of Indians but also struck at the nation's cultural ethos and attempted to divide society. Most significantly, they challenged India's Nari Shakti and this challenge proved fatal for the terrorists and their handlers. 'Operation Sindoor is India's largest and most successful counter-terrorism operation in history,' the PM emphasised, highlighting that Indian armed forces dismantled terrorist bases at locations where Pakistan's forces had never anticipated action. He remarked that Operation Sindoor has sent a clear message that proxy wars through terrorism will not be tolerated. He said that India will not only eliminate threats within its territory but will also ensure that a heavy price is paid by those supporting terrorists, and added, 'Every Indian now echoes the same sentiment - if you fire bullets, you will face artillery shells'. 'Operation Sindoor stands as a testament to the strength and valour of India's Nari Shakti,' Modi asserted. He highlighted the crucial role played by the Border Security Force (BSF) in this operation, noting that from Jammu to Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat, a significant number of BSF women personnel were at the frontlines. He commended their resolute response to cross-border firing and their active participation in command and control centres, as well as in eliminating enemy positions. Modi said the world is witnessing the capability of India's daughters in national defence. Over the past decade, the government has undertaken several measures to strengthen women's role in security forces. 'The doors of Sainik Schools have been opened for girls, marking a historic step. In 2014, only 25 percent of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets were female, whereas today, their participation is increasing towards 50 percent,' Modi said. He lauded a landmark moment as the first batch of women cadets passed out from the National Defence Academy (NDA) yesterday. He emphasised that women are now serving at forward positions in the Army, Navy, and Air Force. He also highlighted that women officers are showcasing their courage and leadership from fighter jets to the INS Vikrant warship, demonstrating their growing role in India's defence forces. Highlighting a recent demonstration of courage by the women of the Indian Navy, referencing the Navika Sagar Parikrama, Modi noted that two brave women officers completed a nearly 250-day maritime journey, circumnavigating the globe. He remarked that their achievement is a testament to the ability of India's daughters to conquer even the most formidable challenges. He underscored their growing role in safeguarding the nation, whether in anti-Naxal operations or countering cross-border threats. From the land of Devi Ahilyabai, he once again saluted the strength and determination of India's Nari Shakti. He underscored the vision of women-led development is being placed at the core of the nation's progress. He stressed that every major government initiative is centred around empowering mothers, sisters, and daughters. While underscoring the government's continuous efforts over the past 11 years to economically empower women, Modi said, 'Before 2014, over 30 crore women did not have a bank account. The government facilitated the opening of Jan Dhan accounts for them, where funds from various schemes are now being directly transferred.' Emphasising the government's commitment to increasing women's participation in policy making, the Prime Minister highlighted the progressive steps taken over the past decade to achieve this goal. For the first time, India had a full-time woman Defence Minister and has a woman Finance Minister. He further said that the representation of women from panchayats to Parliament has steadily increased, with 75 women currently serving as Members of Parliament. He also stressed the importance of further enhancing this participation, underscoring that the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam embodies this vision. UNI RBE RN
India Gazette
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Terror Pakistan spread in present-day Bangladesh, rapes and murders by its army there cannot be forgotten: PM Modi in Bengal
Alipurduar (West Bengal) [India], May 24 (ANI): Noting that the country's enemy will have a huge cost to pay if there is a terror attack in India, PM Modi on Thursday said Pakistan had resorted to terrorist action against India after partition in 1947 and that the terror it spread ahead of creation of Bangladesh and the rape and murders committed by its army there cannot be forgotten. The Prime Minister, who was addressing a rally here, referred to the success of Operation Sindoor in which precision strikes were conducted on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoJK in response to Pahalgam terror attack. 'Now that I am standing on the sacred land of Sindoor Khela, it is only right that we speak about a new resolve against terrorism -- Operation Sindoor. On April 22, the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam shook the nation. The pain and anger felt across West Bengal were deeply understood,' he said. 'I could feel your outrage. The terrorists dared to wipe off the sindoor from the foreheads of our sisters. But our brave soldiers made them realise the power of that sindoor. Pakistan, the country that nurtures terrorism, has nothing positive to offer to the world. Since its very inception, it has been a breeding ground for terror and violence. But India has changed. We no longer tolerate such cowardly acts. And Operation Sindoor is our firm answer,' he added. PM Modi said Operation Sindoor has not ended. 'We are the people of worship Shakti, Mahishasuramardini. From this land of Bengal, this is a declaration of 140 crore Indians that Operation Sindoor is not over yet,' he said. 'After the Pahalgam attack, India has now told the world that if there is a terrorist attack, the enemy will have to pay a heavy price for it,' he said. PM Modi said India had carried out surgical strikes thrice inside Pakistan. He said 'terror and genocide are biggest expertise' of Pakistan Army. 'When there is a direct battle (against India), their defeat is certain, that is why Pakistan's Army takes help from terrorists. It started attacking India after the partition in 1947. After a few years, the terror it spread in what is now Bangladesh, the way its army committed rape and murder in Bangladesh, no one can forget it,' he said. Bangladesh emerged as a separate country in 1971 after the War of Liberation against Pakistan. PM Modi said Pakistan, the country that nurtures terrorism, has nothing positive to offer to the world. 'Since its very inception, it has been a breeding ground for terror and violence.' Operation Sindoor was India's decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Launched early on May 7, Operation Sindoor led to the death of over 100 terrorists. India also effectively repelled subsequent Pakistani aggression and pounded its airbases. In his speech, PM Modi also launched a scathing attack on Mamata Banerjee government and said West Bengal needs freedom from 'politics of violence, appeasement, riots and corruption' and that the people are looking towards 'BJP's development model'. PM Modi took several jibes at the Trinamool Congress government, and said West Bengal is surrounded by many crises simultaneously. 'First is the crisis of violence and anarchy spreading in the society. Second is the unsafety of our mothers and sisters who are being subjected to heinous crimes. The third crisis is of the extreme despair and rampant unemployment spreading among the youth. The fourth crisis is of the continuously declining trust in the system. The fifth crisis is of the selfish politics of the ruling party, that steals the rights of the poor,' he said. PM Modi said the youth and poor families suffer the worst consequences of corruption. He alleged that the education system of West Bengal is being ruined. 'We saw how corruption ruins everything in the teacher recruitment scam. The TMC government in their tenure destroyed the future and families of thousands of teachers and left their children helpless. The whole education system of West Bengal is being ruined. The absence of teachers has put the futures of lakhs of students at risk. The TMC leaders have committed such a huge sin. The limit is that even today these people are not ready to accept their mistake. Instead, they blame the courts,' he said. PM Modi attacked the TMC government over violence in Murshidabad and Malda. 'Whatever happened in Murshidabad and Malda was an example of the government's ruthlessness here... In the name of appeasement, hooliganism was given a free hand. Imagine the horrific situation when the people of a party running the government identify and burn people's houses, and the police act as mere spectators. I ask the poor people of Bengal, is this how a government runs?... Here, the court has to intervene on every issue. Otherwise, nothing gets resolved. The people of Bengal do not trust the TMC government anymore... 'Bengal mein machi cheekh pukaar, nahi chahiye nirmam sarkar',' he added. PM Modi accused TMC government of hostility towards the tribals, poor, Dalits, backward classes and women. 'The TMC government is stalling the development of the poor tribal communities... TMC doesn't care about the tribal community's respect. When the NDA government made a tribal woman a Presidential candidate for the first time, TMC was the first party to oppose that,' he said. 'Why is TMC being hostile towards the poor, Dalits, the backward classes, women, and tribals?... Unfortuantely, the people of West Bengal are not getting the benefits of the Ayushman scheme... The ruthless government didn't let the people of West Bengal get Ayushman cards... Many poor people are not able to get permanent houses because of the TMC government, because their leaders are demanding cut and commission from the poor,' he added. PM Modi accused the TMC of being interested only in playing politics. 'The West Bengal government was absent from the NITI Aayog Governing Council's meeting in Delhi. TMC only wants to play politics 24 hours. They do not prioritise West Bengal's development or the country's progress. The Central Government policies that have been implemented here in West Bengal are not being fulfilled... The TMC government has stalled 16 major infrastructure projects in West Bengal,' he said. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid foundation stone of City Gas Distribution project in Alipurduar and Cooch Behar districts in Alipurduar at West Bengal. (ANI)
