The foreign ministry of the Taliban dispensation in Afghanistan on Saturday said it welcomed India's diplomatic presence and promised to ensure security to the Indian mission in Kabul. 
India had withdrawn its officials from the embassy after the Taliban seized power last August following concerns over their security. In June this year, India re-established its diplomatic presence in Kabul by deploying a "technical team" in its embassy in the Afghan capital.
In a statement, Taliban said India's diplomatic presence in Afghanistan would result in the completion of "unfinished projects" that India had initiated and the commencement of new ones.
The statement said Afghanistan "welcomes India's step to upgrade its diplomatic representation in Kabul."
"Besides ensuring security, we will pay close attention to the immunity of the diplomats and cooperate well in endeavours," it said.
"The Afghan government hopes that upgrading diplomatic representation and dispatching diplomats would strengthen Afghan-India relations leading to the completion of unfinished projects by India and the commencement of new vital projects," the Afghan foreign ministry said.
Last month, Taliban supreme leader Hebatullah Akhundzada said no one would be allowed to use Afghan soil to launch attacks on other countries.
India has not recognised the new regime in Afghanistan and has been pitching for the formation of a truly inclusive government in Kabul, besides insisting that Afghan soil must not be used for any terrorist activities against any country.
In the last few months, India supplied several consignments of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan.
India has been pitching for providing unimpeded humanitarian aid to Afghanistan to address the unfolding humanitarian crisis in the country. 

India yet to restore full ties, Taliban assures security to mission in Kabul

The foreign ministry of the Taliban dispensation in Afghanistan on Saturday said it welcomed India's diplomatic presence and promised to ensure security to the Indian mission in Kabul. 

India has not recognised the new regime in Afghanistan and has been pitching for the formation of a truly inclusive government in Kabul.&nbsp;
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The foreign ministry of the Taliban dispensation in Afghanistan on Saturday said it welcomed India's diplomatic presence and promised to ensure security to the Indian mission in Kabul.&nbsp;
India had withdrawn its officials from the embassy after the Taliban seized power last August following concerns over their security. In June this year, India re-established its diplomatic presence in Kabul by deploying a "technical team" in its embassy in the Afghan capital.
In a statement, Taliban said India's diplomatic presence in Afghanistan would result in the completion of "unfinished projects" that India had initiated and the commencement of new ones.
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The statement said Afghanistan "welcomes India's step to upgrade its diplomatic representation in Kabul."
"Besides ensuring security, we will pay close attention to the immunity of the diplomats and cooperate well in endeavours," it said.
"The Afghan government hopes that upgrading diplomatic representation and dispatching diplomats would strengthen Afghan-India relations leading to the completion of unfinished projects by India and the commencement of new vital projects," the Afghan foreign ministry said.
Last month, Taliban supreme leader Hebatullah Akhundzada said no one would be allowed to use Afghan soil to launch attacks on other countries.
India has not recognised the new regime in Afghanistan and has been pitching for the formation of a truly inclusive government in Kabul, besides insisting that Afghan soil must not be used for any terrorist activities against any country.
In the last few months, India supplied several consignments of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan.
India has been pitching for providing unimpeded humanitarian aid to Afghanistan to address the unfolding humanitarian crisis in the country.&nbsp;

Former Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel suffered a minor fracture in his left leg after a stray cow rammed into him during a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' rally in Mehsana district. 
A large number of people had joined in a procession organised by the state BJP at Kadi in Mehsana district to celebrate 75 years of Independence, Patel told reporters at his residence in Ahmedabad.
"A Tiranga Yatra had been organised at Kadi where nearly 2,000 people participated. It had completed almost 70 percent of the distance and reached a vegetable market when a cow suddenly came running," Patel said.
In the commotion, he and a few others were thrown down to the ground, he said.
In a video clip, the cow is seen rushing past them and security personnel and others coming to Patel's help.
See video here: 
He had difficulty walking when he stood up, he said.
He was taken to a private hospital where X-ray and CT scan showed that he had a minor fracture in his left leg, Patel added.
"The doctors fixed a temporary splint to stabilize the leg and advised me to take rest for 20-25 days," he said.

Ex-Gujarat minister Nitin Patel injured as cow hits him during 'Har Ghar Tiranga' rally

Former Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel suffered a minor fracture in his left leg after a stray cow rammed into him during a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' rally in Mehsana district. 

He was taken to a private hospital where X-ray and CT scan showed that he had a minor fracture in his left leg, Patel added.

Former Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel suffered a minor fracture in his left leg after a stray cow rammed into him during a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' rally in Mehsana district.&nbsp;
A large number of people had joined in a procession organised by the state BJP at Kadi in Mehsana district to celebrate 75 years of Independence, Patel told reporters at his residence in Ahmedabad.
"A Tiranga Yatra had been organised at Kadi where nearly 2,000 people participated. It had completed almost 70 percent of the distance and reached a vegetable market when a cow suddenly came running," Patel said.
In the commotion, he and a few others were thrown down to the ground, he said.
In a video clip, the cow is seen rushing past them and security personnel and others coming to Patel's help.
He had difficulty walking when he stood up, he said.
He was taken to a private hospital where X-ray and CT scan showed that he had a minor fracture in his left leg, Patel added.
"The doctors fixed a temporary splint to stabilize the leg and advised me to take rest for 20-25 days," he said.
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The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Saturday sacked four government employees including terror accused Bitta Karate's wife and the son of Syed Salahuddin, the chief of banned outfit Hizbul Mujahideen.

Jammu and Kashmir: four govt employees sacked for having 'terror links', 'anti-govt comments'

All four were dismissed from service under Article 311 of the Constitution which enables the government to sack its employees without an inquiry.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Saturday sacked four government employees including terror accused Bitta Karate's wife and the son of Syed Salahuddin, the chief of banned outfit Hizbul Mujahideen.
All four were dismissed from service under Article 311 of the Constitution which enables the government to sack its employees without an inquiry.
Those dismissed include Assabah-ul-Arjamand Khan, the wife of Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front member Farooq Ahmed Dar alias Bitta Karate, is a 2011 batch Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) officer and was posted in the Directorate of Rural Development. Muheet Ahmad Bhat, a senior scientist at Kashmir University; Majid Hussain Qadri, Senior Assistant Professor, Kashmir University, and Syed Abdul Mueed, Manager IT, Jammu &amp; Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI).
Farooq Ahmed Dar alias Bitta Karate is currently in judicial custody in terror-funding cases, officials said.&nbsp;
The J&amp;K administration has, over the past 11 months, terminated the services of over 40 government employees, reported The Indian Express.
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With PTI inputs

Yati Narsinghanand, a controversial Hindu seer who propagates Hindutva, has come under police scanner after he called upon Hindus to boycott Centre's “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign launched to mark the 75th Independence Day.

 Yati Narsinghanand under police scanner for calling for boycott of Centre's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign

Narsinghanand was arrested on January 15 after he called for the genocide of Muslims at a 'Dharam Sansad' or religious conclave at Haridwar.
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Yati Narsinghanand, a controversial Hindu seer who propagates Hindutva, has come under police scanner after he called upon Hindus to boycott Centre's &ldquo;Har Ghar Tiranga&rdquo; campaign launched to mark the 75th Independence Day.
In a video that went viral on social media, the hate speech accused is seen claiming that the campaign would end up benefitting a Muslim-owned company in West Bengal.
After the video was circulated widely, Superintendent of Police (Rural) Iraj Raja said they are looking into the matter and would take appropriate legal action accordingly under relevant sections of law.
In the video, Yati is heard saying that to manufacture flags on a mass scale, the government has given contract to a West bengal-based company that is owned by a Muslim named Salauddin, and added that Hindus are the &ldquo;biggest hypocrites in the world.&rdquo; "When these people came in power they awarded government tenders to Muslims. The money which Hindus will pay to buy tricolour would be pocketed by a Muslim and that will be donated to 'Jihadis,'' he said.
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&ldquo;This is one big conspiracy against Hindus. If you [Hindus] want to stay alive, then stop giving your money to Muslims in the name of this campaign," he added.
The video was released earlier this month but it came to light only on Friday.
In July, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the &ldquo;Har Ghar Tiranga&rdquo; campaign encouraging citizens to display the tricolour at their homes from August 13 to 15.
Narsinghanand was arrested on January 15 after he called for the genocide of Muslims at a 'Dharam Sansad' or religious conclave at Haridwar and got bail in the case on February 7.
However, on April 17, he delivered another inflammatory speech in Himachal Pradesh where he asked Hindus to have more children to make sure India does not become an Islamic country.
With PTI inputs

K Natwar Singh, who was a Union minister in the Rajiv Gandhi government that banned Salman Rushdie's controversial book "The Satanic Verses", strongly defended the decision on Saturday asserting it was taken "purely" for law and order reasons. 

Ex-minister defends Rajiv Gandhi govt's ban on Salman Rushdie's 'The Satanic Verses'

Singh, who was the minister of state for external affairs when the book was banned in 1988, said he had told the then PM that the book could cause serious law and order problems as emotions were running high.

K Natwar Singh, who was a Union minister in the Rajiv Gandhi government that banned Salman Rushdie's controversial book "The Satanic Verses", strongly defended the decision on Saturday asserting it was taken "purely" for law and order reasons.
With focus back on Rushdie's book in the wake of the attack on him in New York, Singh, who was the minister of state for external affairs when the book was banned in 1988, said he was part of the decision and had told the then prime minister the book could cause serious law and order problems as feelings were running very high. Singh (91) rejected as "rubbish" the charge by critics the Rajiv Gandhi government's decision to ban the book was driven by appeasement towards Muslims.
"I don't think it (the decision to ban the book) was wrong because you see it had led to law and order problems, particularly in Kashmir. In other parts of India also there was disquiet," Singh told PTI.
"Rajiv Gandhi asked me what should be done. I said, 'all my life I have been totally opposed to banning books but when it comes to law and order even a book of a great writer like Rushdie should be banned'," the diplomat-turned-politician said. Rushdie's 'Midnight's Children' is one of the great novels of the 20th century but the decision to ban "The Satanic Verses" was taken purely for law and order reasons, Singh asserted.
A massive controversy had erupted after the release of the book 'The Satanic Verses' as several Muslims saw it as blasphemous.
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Iranian leader Ayatollah Khomeini had issued a fatwa against Rushdie and called for his death.
Strongly defending the Rajiv Gandhi government's decision, Singh said, "I completely think it was justified because it was going to cause serious law and order problems as feelings were running very high particularly among our Muslim population." "I said, 'the entire Muslim world is going to flare up, we have a large number of Muslims and apart from that, what the book contains at this time, is not acceptable'," he recounted. Rushdie, who faced death threats for years after writing "The Satanic Verses", was stabbed on stage on Friday while he was being introduced at the event of the Chautauqua Institution in Western New York.
The New York State Police identified the suspect as Hadi Matar from Fairview, New Jersey, while the motive behind the act is still unknown.
The suspect ran up onto the stage prior to the speaking event and attacked the 75-year-old. The author was rushed to a nearby hospital where he underwent surgery. Singh said he was "very distressed" over the attack.
"Here is a man 75-years old, not harming anybody and contributing to literature and then some rascal comes and nearly kills him and that too when he was making a speech in New York," he said.
Singh said Rushdie had left England for the simple reason that there were more Muslims in the UK than there are in America.
"There is no doubt that he is one of the great writers of the 20th century. So I am very distressed. I did not know him personally but I admired his Midnight's Children, I read it several times, it is high class literature," he said, lauding Rushdie for his contribution to the world of literature.

The Indian Independence Bill was passed in the British House of Commons on July 18, 1947 paving the way for the end of the British rule in India on August 15, 1947. This date was chosen as Lord Mountbatten considered it to be a ‘lucky day’ for him.

Independence Day 2022: how and why August 15 was chosen as D-day for India

India celebrates independence from colonial rule on August 15. 

The decision behind choosing this date is deeply rooted in colonialism, related to WWII, and was left at the discretion of one man. 

Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, considered August 15 to be a ‘lucky day’ for him, watch to know the how and why of it.

Independence Day 2022: how and why August 15 was chosen as D-day for India 

The decision to choose August 15 as India's Independence Day is deeply rooted in colonialism, related to World War II, and was left at the discretion of one man.

August 15, a day we Indians celebrate our independence from the shackles of colonial rule. Have you ever wondered why this particular date was chosen as D-day for India? You must be thinking that there&rsquo;s some grand story behind it, probably something to do with the decades-long freedom struggle of India.
Sorry to disappoint you, but our date of independence is deeply rooted in colonialism, related to World War II, and was left at the discretion of one man &ndash; Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India.
In fact, many astrologers at the time had flagged August 15 as an inauspicious date for India which is why the country&rsquo;s Constituent Assembly met at 11 pm on August 14, 1947, to celebrate independence. Hence, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru&rsquo;s famous &ldquo;Tryst with destiny&rdquo; speech wherein he says, &ldquo;At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.&rdquo;
But all hail Lord Mountbatten!
He was appointed by the British parliament to oversee the transfer of power to India by June 30, 1948. But communal disturbances in the country prompted him to pre-pone the year of independence to 1947. At that time, Mountbatten claimed that by advancing the date, he was ensuring that there would be no bloodshed. But he was to be proven wrong.
Based on Mountbatten&rsquo;s inputs, the Indian Independence Bill was introduced in the British House of Commons on July 4, 1947, and passed on July 18 paving the way for the end of the British rule in India, on August 15, 1947. This date was chosen as Lord Mountbatten considered it to be a &lsquo;lucky day&rsquo; for him. Why, because it was on this date in 1945 that the Japanese Army surrendered to the Allies during World War II.
Mountbatten was quoted as saying in the non-fiction book Freedom at Midnight, &ldquo;The date I chose came out of the blue. I chose it in reply to a question (in the British parliament). I was determined to show I was master of the whole event. When they asked had we set a date, I knew it had to be soon. I hadn&rsquo;t worked it out exactly then &mdash; I thought it had to be about August or September and I then went out to the 15th August. Why? Because it was the second anniversary of Japan&rsquo;s surrender.&rdquo;

The swollen Yamuna continued to flow above the danger mark of 205.33 metres in Delhi on Saturday morning and efforts to evacuate people from vulnerable areas are being intensified, officials said. 

Yamuna swells further in Delhi; evacuation efforts being intensified

A forecast said the water level is likely to touch the 206-metre mark around 5 p.m. and remain stable thereafter.&nbsp;
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The swollen Yamuna continued to flow above the danger mark of 205.33 metres in Delhi on Saturday morning and efforts to evacuate people from vulnerable areas are being intensified, officials said.
The flood control room said the water level reached 205.99 metres at 5 a.m.. The river had breached the danger mark of 205.33 metres around 4 p.m. on Friday following heavy rain in upper catchment areas, prompting authorities to evacuate people from low-lying areas.
A forecast said the water level is likely to touch the 206-metre mark around 5 p.m. and remain stable thereafter.
East Delhi District Magistrate Anil Banka said around 2,300 people had been evacuated from low-lying areas in his district and shifted to safer places till Friday night. Evacuation efforts will be intensified on Saturday, he said.
&nbsp; A flood alert is declared in Delhi when the discharge rate from the Hathnikund Barrage in Haryana's Yamuna Nagar crosses the 1 lakh-cusecs mark. People living near the floodplains and in flood-prone areas are evacuated then, an official said.
Officials asked to keep vigil
The flood control department on Thursday advised all sector officers to keep a vigil in their respective areas and take necessary action at vulnerable points by deploying the requisite number of quick-reaction teams to warn people residing within river embankments.
Thirty-four boats and mobile pumps have been deployed in low-lying areas.
"Around 37,000 people who live in Yamuna floodplains and low-lying areas in Delhi are considered vulnerable to flooding. A flood control plan has been with all departments concerned," Banka said.
People evacuated from low-lying areas in the floodplains are being shifted to temporary structures like tents and permanent buildings like schools in safer areas.
Water being discharged from Haryana&rsquo;s Hathnikund Barrage 
The Delhi flood control room reported a discharge rate of around 17,000 cusecs from the Hathnikund Barrage at 6 a.m. It was 1.49 lakh cusecs at 1 a.m. on Saturday and 2.21 lakh cusec at 3 p.m. on Thursday.
One cusec is equivalent to 28.32 litres per second.
Normally, the flow rate at the Hathnikund barrage is 352 cusecs, but the discharge increases after heavy rainfall in the catchment areas. The water discharged from the barrage normally takes two to three days to reach the national capital.
According to the India Meteorological Department, "widespread rainfall with isolated heavy rain" is likely in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Haryana on August 14 and 15.
Last year, the Yamuna river breached the danger mark on July 30 and the water level at the Old Railway Bridge had risen to 205.59 metres.
In 2019, the flow rate had peaked at 8.28 lakh cusec on August 18-19, and the water level of the Yamuna had hit the 206.60-metre mark.
In 1978, the river had swelled to the all-time record water level of 207.49 metres. In 2013, it had risen to 207.32 metres.
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Bollywood Actor Salman Khan on Friday told the Bombay High Court that the videos uploaded about him on social media by his Panvel farmhouse neighbour Ketan Kakkad were not only defamatory in nature, but also communally provocative.
A single bench of Justice C V Bhadang was hearing an appeal filed by Khan challenging a civil court order of March 2022 refusing to grant him relief in a defamation suit he had filed against Kakkad.
The suit was filed against Kakkad pertaining to videos uploaded by him on social media about alleged activities of the actor at his farmhouse in Panvel.
Khan had sought the court to direct Kakkad to remove the defamatory videos and also to stop making further such comments.
When the civil court refused to pass such an order, the actor approached the high court.
On Friday, Khan's counsel Ravi Kadam argued that the civil court had erred in its order refusing injunction.
"The videos uploaded by Kakkad are blithely speculative. They were not only defamatory, but also communally provoked the viewers against Salman Khan," Kadam said.
Reading out the scripts of the videos, Kadam said Kakkad had spoken about how Khan, who is a member of a minority community, was trying to usurp a Ganesha temple (in Panvel near his farmhouse).
"In the video, the defendant (Kakkad) compares Salman Khan to Babar and Aurangazeb. He (Kakkad) says it had taken 500 years for the Ayodhya Mandir (temple) to come up and here Salman Khan is trying to shut down a Ganesha temple," Kadam said.
"These videos are watched by lakhs of viewers who then post their comments against Salman Khan. This is clearly provoking the viewers against Salman. The videos have communalised everything and made it Hindus vs Muslims," the senior counsel argued.
Kakkad also made several comments alleging that Khan was a member of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's gang, he added.
"Kakkad has alleged that Salman is running business of drug trafficking, organ trafficking and child trafficking from his farmhouse," Kadam said.
After hearing the brief arguments in the case, the bench posted the matter for further hearing on August 22.
Kakkad through his advocates Abha Singh and Aditya Singh had claimed in the lower court that the actor had filed a defamation suit to pressurise him to give up his land.

Salman Khan to HC: videos uploaded by my neighbour communally provocative

Salman Khan to HC: videos uploaded by my neighbour communally provocative

Bollywood Actor Salman Khan on Friday told the Bombay High Court that the videos uploaded about him on social media by his Panvel farmhouse neighbour Ketan Kakkad were not only defamatory in nature, but also communally provocative.
A single bench of Justice C V Bhadang was hearing an appeal filed by Khan challenging a civil court order of March 2022 refusing to grant him relief in a defamation suit he had filed against Kakkad.
The suit was filed against Kakkad pertaining to videos uploaded by him on social media about alleged activities of the actor at his farmhouse in Panvel.
Khan had sought the court to direct Kakkad to remove the defamatory videos and also to stop making further such comments.
When the civil court refused to pass such an order, the actor approached the high court.
On Friday, Khan's counsel Ravi Kadam argued that the civil court had erred in its order refusing injunction.
"The videos uploaded by Kakkad are blithely speculative. They were not only defamatory, but also communally provoked the viewers against Salman Khan," Kadam said.
Reading out the scripts of the videos, Kadam said Kakkad had spoken about how Khan, who is a member of a minority community, was trying to usurp a Ganesha temple (in Panvel near his farmhouse).
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"In the video, the defendant (Kakkad) compares Salman Khan to Babar and Aurangazeb. He (Kakkad) says it had taken 500 years for the Ayodhya Mandir (temple) to come up and here Salman Khan is trying to shut down a Ganesha temple," Kadam said.
"These videos are watched by lakhs of viewers who then post their comments against Salman Khan. This is clearly provoking the viewers against Salman. The videos have communalised everything and made it Hindus vs Muslims," the senior counsel argued.
Kakkad also made several comments alleging that Khan was a member of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's gang, he added.
"Kakkad has alleged that Salman is running business of drug trafficking, organ trafficking and child trafficking from his farmhouse," Kadam said.
After hearing the brief arguments in the case, the bench posted the matter for further hearing on August 22.
Kakkad through his advocates Abha Singh and Aditya Singh had claimed in the lower court that the actor had filed a defamation suit to pressurise him to give up his land.

Not all heroes wear capes, but what they wear is determination to envision and bring a change, and that's what these changamakers have contributed in the Independent India.
As India celebrates Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav marking 75 years of country's Independence, let's take a look all-time heroes who contributed in bringing our country the revolution it deserved:

The 'Missile Man of India' and former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam first made his mark as ISRO project director when the first Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV) followed by a slew of other successful missile launch including Agni- India's first intermediate-range ballistic missile. Dr Kalam's tenure as President from 2002-2005 is fondly remembered for the inclination and equation he shared with kids.

 

Agriculture scientist MS Swaminathan regarded as 'Father of Green Revolution' is the man who transformed Indian agriculture in the 60s to boost production of rice and wheat with the introduction of hybrid varieties and synthetic fertilisers and insecticides. This increased rice production and caused a decrease in imports which had spiked in the wake of drought from 1964-70.
Another hero in the list is Bezwada Wilson who is spearheading the Safai Karamchari movement to eradicate manual scavenging in India. Time and again people working in the septic tanks and sewers have died due to the hazardous gases but not much has been done for them. Wilson's campaign against manual scavenging challenges the lackdaisical government approach as he continues to fight the casteist order and the non-implementation of laws meant to protect these people.
Kailash Satyarthi, the Nobel Peace Prize winner got the nation rid of child labour by orchestrating the liberation of over 90,000 children in India from child labour, slavery and trafficking since 1980 when he founded the Bachpan Bachao AndolanHe continues his fight for quality education to children. 
Lawyers Menaka Guruswamy and Arundhati Katju led the fight for the repeal of colonial era Section 377 which criminalized gay sex. A 5-judge bench of Supreme Court in 2018  had struck down the law saying it violated the consitutional right to equality. The lawyer-duo couple later came out as a gay couple


Independence Day 2022: The changemakers of Independent India | India@75

As India celebrates Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav marking its 75 years of glory, we take a look at the heroes who wore change, not capes

As India celebrates Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav marking its 75 years of glory, we take a look at the heroes who wore change, not capes

The Indian tale of independence is a canvas of heroics and revolution. Some braved the colonisers, while some played pioneers. As India celebrates 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' marking its 75 years of glory, we take a look at the heroes who wore change, not capes:
APJ Abdul Kalam The 'Missile Man of India' needs no introduction. Former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's story is a testimony of grit and hardwork. His journey from a small village in Ramweswaram to ISRO gave India its first Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV). He went on to produce a number of successful missiles including Agni- India's first intermediate-range ballistic missile. Dr Kalam's tenure as President from 2002-2005 is fondly remembered for his inclination towards kids.
MS Swaminathan Agriculture scientist MS Swaminathan regarded as 'Father of Green Revolution' transformed the face of Indian agriculture in the 60s. He introduced hybrid varieties, synthetic fertilisers in order to minimize imports and boost production of rice and wheat. His contribution in farm sector from 2004-06 is a significant one. Constituted under his chairmanship, Swaminathan Commitee between 2004 &amp; 2006 submitted 5 reports with farmers' distress as key focus. Indian farmers continue to demand implementation of the report which recommended 50% MSP over cost of production
Bezwada Wilson 
This unsung hero is spearheading a nationwide movement to abolish the dehumanizing practice of manual scavenging in India. Bezwada Wilson's Safai Karamchari movement aims to fight for the rights of septic tank workers who die due to hazardous gases. The campaign challenges the lackdaisical government approach and the stinking legacy of casteist stigma. Despite the practice being banned in 25 years, it remains a thing. Even as India completes its 75 years, about 535 sewer workers have died &nbsp;in the last 5 years, Wilson told The Wire
Kailash Satyarthi
Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi has been instrumental in the liberation of over 85,000 children in India from exploitation, slavery and trafficking since the 1980s. His Bachpan Bachao Andolan set the roadmap for &nbsp;child rights and education. He continues his fight for quality education to children. As per a report, Satyarthi's NGO saved 1600 trafficked children from &nbsp;'situaions of exploitation' during the 2020 COVID-19 induced lockdown. The child rights activist, as of 2014 freed about 83,000 children from slavery
Lawyers Menaka Guruswamy and Arundhati Katju&nbsp; The lawyer-duo fought for the repeal of colonial era Section 377 which criminalized consensual gay sex. A 5-judge bench of Supreme Court in 2018 struck down the law saying it violated the consitutional right to equality. The landmark judgement overturning the archaic law was possible due the campaign orchesrated by Menaka and Arundati. In 2019, the lawyer-duo came out as a couple.

"अगर सड़कें खामोश हो जाएं, तो संसद आवारा हो जाएगी"&nbsp;
(If streets fall silent, Parliament will go astray)
-- Ram Manohar Lohia
The Republic of India is a story of protests and people's movement.&nbsp;
Of people rising against the power for their rights, for causes and against discrimination.
From freedom movement to the farmers' protest, India has a rich history of people's protests that have made or tried to make a real difference...
Indians have risen against curtailment of rights to cutting of forests to violence against women to fulfilling of aspirations of ethnic, linguisitic and religious groups.
Long before the ongoing trend of dubbing protests as international conspiracy... there have been glorious people's movements that we need to take a relook at in the 75th year of Independence.
There were a series of language protests after the independence which led to the creation of states on linguistic lines, those were about the aspirations of people to get their due representation and identity in the India story.
1973 saw the famous and poignant Chipko Movement, led by environment activist Sunderlal Bahuguna. Based on Gandhian principles, the Chipko Movement saw people protesting against deforestation by hugging trees to stop them from being cut.
1975 to 1977, India rose against tyranny as one after Indira Gandhi imposed Emergency. The common desire to preserve democracy blurred political, religious and geographical boundaries as India fought back its way to democracy.
In 1980, when the government decided to replace the natural sal forest with highly valued teak, the tribals of Bihar came out in strong numbers to protest against this decision. Having started in Bihar, the movement spread to other states like Odisha and Jharkhand too.
The early 80s also saw a movement against undocumented immigrants in Assam. It was a revolution of the indigenous people of the state to protect their rights, their homeland against the alleged illegal migrants who were penetrating into the state for years.
Narmada Bachao Aandolan that started in 1985 was to protest against a large number of dams being contrasted near Narmada river. It brought a large number of adivasis, farmers, environmentalists, and human rights activists together.
When anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare began a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on April 5, 2011, the whole nation came together and stood by him. The movement against corruption proved to be the main cause for the downfall of the Congress-led UP.
One of the most important protest in independent India was the Nirbhaya movement, led by youngsters in 2012 after the brutal gangrape and murder of a young girl in Delhi. After the incident, thousands of people came out on streets to protest in several parts of the country. Responding to the protests, the government at the centre and various states announced several steps to ensure the safety of women.
Late 2019 and early 2020 saw one-of-its-kind protest by citizens against the controversial CAA and NRC. Shaheen Bagh, a secluded Delhi Muslim ghetto, became a global talking point as women from the area sat on road for three months. It was the first such protest led by Muslim women against perceived injustice.
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 Independence Day 2022: Protests that shaped & shook the nation | India@75

From the freedom movement to the  farmers' protest, India has a rich history of people's protests. As India celebrates its 75 years of independence, here's look at the protests that have shaped the nation since 1947. 

Indians have raised their voice against curtailment of rights to cutting of forests to violence against women to fulfilling of aspirations of ethnic, linguisitic and religious groups

"अगर सड़कें खामोश हो जाएं, तो संसद आवारा हो जाएगी"&nbsp;
(If streets fall silent, Parliament will go astray)
-- Ram Manohar Lohia
The Republic of India is a story of protests and people's movement.&nbsp;
Of people rising against the power for their rights, for causes and against discrimination.
From freedom movement to the farmers' protest, India has a rich history of people's protests that have made or tried to make a real difference...
Indians have risen against curtailment of rights to cutting of forests to violence against women to fulfilling of aspirations of ethnic, linguisitic and religious groups.
Long before the ongoing trend of dubbing protests as international conspiracy... there have been glorious people's movements that we need to take a relook at in the 75th year of Independence.
There were a series of language protests after the independence which led to the creation of states on linguistic lines, those were about the aspirations of people to get their due representation and identity in the India story.
1973 saw the famous and poignant Chipko Movement, led by environment activist Sunderlal Bahuguna. Based on Gandhian principles, the Chipko Movement saw people protesting against deforestation by hugging trees to stop them from being cut.
1975 to 1977, India rose against tyranny as one after Indira Gandhi imposed Emergency. The common desire to preserve democracy blurred political, religious and geographical boundaries as India fought back its way to democracy.
In 1980, when the government decided to replace the natural sal forest with highly valued teak, the tribals of Bihar came out in strong numbers to protest against this decision. Having started in Bihar, the movement spread to other states like Odisha and Jharkhand too.
The early 80s also saw a movement against undocumented immigrants in Assam. It was a revolution of the indigenous people of the state to protect their rights, their homeland against the alleged illegal migrants who were penetrating into the state for years.
Narmada Bachao Aandolan that started in 1985 was to protest against a large number of dams being contrasted near Narmada river. It brought a large number of adivasis, farmers, environmentalists, and human rights activists together.
When anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare began a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on April 5, 2011, the whole nation came together and stood by him. The movement against corruption proved to be the main cause for the downfall of the Congress-led UP.
One of the most important protest in independent India was the Nirbhaya movement, led by youngsters in 2012 after the brutal gangrape and murder of a young girl in Delhi. After the incident, thousands of people came out on streets to protest in several parts of the country. Responding to the protests, the government at the centre and various states announced several steps to ensure the safety of women.
Late 2019 and early 2020 saw one-of-its-kind protest by citizens against the controversial CAA and NRC. Shaheen Bagh, a secluded Delhi Muslim ghetto, became a global talking point as women from the area sat on road for three months. It was the first such protest led by Muslim women against perceived injustice.
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In a bid to provide safety and mobility support to citizens in high traffic areas on New Year's Eve, ride hailing company Ola on Monday announced it will deploy hundreds of "Safety Scouts" across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai and Kolkata on December 31. The "Safety Scouts" comprise both male and female personnel who are specially trained by the company. The ride-hailing company has also collaborated with the police in cities like Pune, to support their on-ground efforts. Quick response team cars in the city will also have female police constables on-board to attend to SOS calls from women.
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Ola&nbsp;to deploy 'Safety Scouts' on New&nbsp;Year's Eve Scouts to aid safe travel in six metros Ola&nbsp;rolls out effort with aid from police&nbsp; Female constables to be onboard&nbsp;cars&nbsp;

In a bid to provide safety and mobility support to citizens in high traffic areas on New Year's Eve, ride hailing company Ola on Monday announced it will deploy hundreds of "Safety Scouts" across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai and Kolkata on December 31. The "Safety Scouts" comprise both male and female personnel who are specially trained by the company. The ride-hailing company has also collaborated with the police in cities like Pune, to support their on-ground efforts. Quick response team cars in the city will also have female police constables on-board to attend to SOS calls from women.&nbsp;

In her maiden Independence Day eve speech, President of India Droupadi Murmu said that the nation is entering the final quarter of 100 years of freedom, and by 2047, India will have fulfilled the vision of freedom fighters and progenitors of modern India.
India has helped the world discover the true potential of democracy and the keyword for the country today is compassion for the downtrodden, needy and those on the margins, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday.
In her maiden address to the nation on the eve of the 76th Independence Day, Murmu said major economic reforms are being accompanied by innovative welfare initiatives and the world has seen "a new India rising in recent years, more so after the outbreak of COVID-19''.
The president said when India won independence, there were many international leaders and experts who were sceptical about the success of the democratic form of government in India due to poverty and illiteracy at that time.
"But we Indians proved the sceptics wrong. Democracy not only grew roots in this soil, it was enriched too," she said as she asked citizens to pledge to give everything for the sake of the safety, security, progress and prosperity of the country.
The president, in her 17-minute address, also complimented the policymakers for ensuring the growth of the country that has become more inclusive with reduced regional disparities.
"Our response to the pandemic has been appreciated everywhere. We launched the biggest vaccination drive in human history with vaccines manufactured in the country itself. Last month we crossed the 200-crore mark in cumulative vaccine coverage," said Murmu who took over the presidency last month, She said in combating the pandemic, India's achievements have been better than those of many developed countries. "For this feat, we are grateful to our scientists, doctors, nurses, paramedics and the staff associated with vaccination," she said.
The president said that the pandemic uprooted lives and also economies in the entire world. "When the world has been battling the economic consequences of the great crisis, India got its act together and is now moving forward. India is among the fastest growing major economies in the world" whose start-up ecosystem ranks high in the world.
The president said "our existence will become meaningful only in building a glorious India" and quoted a poem of poet Kuvempu 'I will pass, So will you, But on our bones will arise the great tale of a new India'.
She said this is a clarion call of the nationalist poet for making a complete sacrifice for the motherland and the uplift of fellow citizens.
"To follow these ideals is my special appeal to the youth of the country who are going to build the India of 2047," she said.
In most other well-established democracies, women had to wage long-drawn struggles to get the right to vote. But India adopted universal adult franchise rights since the beginning of the Republic, she said.
Thus, the makers of modern India enabled each and every adult citizen to participate in the collective process of nation-building, she said adding India can be credited for helping the world discover the true potential of democracy.
She said the success of start-ups, especially the growing number of unicorns is a shining example of industrial progress and credited the Narendra Modi government and its policy-makers for beating the global trend and helping the economy flourish.
"During the last few years, unprecedented progress has been made in the development of physical and digital infrastructure....For the vibrancy of growth visible in our country, credit must also be given to workers and farmers whose hard work has made it possible and entrepreneurs whose business acumen has created wealth.
"What is all the more heartening is that the growth is becoming more inclusive and regional disparities too are reducing.
"But this is only the beginning. A series of economic reforms and policy initiatives have been preparing the ground for a long term...the 'National Education Policy' is aimed at preparing the future generation for the next stage of industrial revolution while also reconnecting it with our heritage." She said the economic success is leading to an ease in living too as the reforms are rightly accompanied by innovative welfare initiatives.
"A home of one’s own is no longer a dream for the poor, but a reality for more and more people, thanks to the 'Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana'. Similarly, under the 'Jal Jeevan Mission', tap water connection has been provided to every household since the launch of the 'Har Ghar Jal' scheme," she said.
She said the aim of these as well as other similar efforts is to provide basic amenities to all, particularly the poor.
"The keyword for India today is compassion; for the downtrodden, for the needy and for those on the margins. Some of our national values have been incorporated in our Constitution as the Fundamental Duties of the citizens.
"I appeal to every citizen to know about their Fundamental Duties and follow them in letter and spirit so that our nation reaches new heights," she said.
She said that at the core of the transformation, the country has been witnessing in healthcare, education, economy as well as a number of related areas is the stress on good governance.
"When work is done with the spirit of 'Nation First', it is bound to reflect in every decision and every sector. This is also reflected in India's standing in the world, she said.
She said India's newfound confidence stems from the spirit of its youth, its farmers, and above all, its women.
"Gender inequalities are reducing and women are moving ahead, breaking many glass ceilings. Their increasing participation in social and political processes will prove decisive," she said, adding that at the grassroots level, there were more than 14 lakh elected women representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions.
"Our daughters are the biggest hope for the nation," she said and referred to the recently held Commonwealth Games in which sports persons especially women have been making the country proud with their performance in international competitions.
"A large number of our winners come from underprivileged segments of society. From becoming fighter pilots to space scientists, our daughters are scaling great heights," she said.
She said in celebrating Independence Day, "we are celebrating our 'Bharatiyata'. Our country is full of diversity. But, at the same time, we all have something in common. It is this common thread which binds all of us together and inspires us to walk together with the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat." She also spoke about the environment and said when the world is facing new challenges, India must remain determined to preserve its flora and fauna.
"With our traditional lifestyle, we Indians can show the way to the rest of the world. Yoga and Ayurveda are India's invaluable gifts to the world. Their popularity is on the rise all over the globe," she said.
The president said for 75 weeks now, the nation has been commemorating the noble ideals that won the country freedom.
"In March 2021, we began the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' with the re-enactment of the Dandi March. This way, our celebrations began with a tribute to that watershed event that had put our struggle on the world map. This festival is dedicated to the people of India".
She said citizens from all age groups have keenly participated in a series of events held across the country including the 'Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan'.
"The Indian tricolour is fluttering in every nook and corner of the country. Great martyrs would have been thrilled to see the spirit of the Independence Movement coming alive again on such a massive scale," she said.
She complimented the government for its decision last year to observe November 15 as 'Janajatiya Gaurav Divas' in which "our tribal heroes are not merely local or regional icons but they inspire the entire nation".
She said by the year 2047, "we will have fully realised the dreams of our freedom fighters. We will have given a concrete shape to the vision of those who, led by Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, drafted the Constitution. We are already on course to build an Atmanirbhar Bharat, an India that would have realised its true potential." Murmu said August 14 is observed as 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day' to promote social harmony, unity and empowerment of people.
"Tomorrow marks the day when we had freed ourselves from the shackles of colonial rulers and decided to reshape our destiny.
"As all of us celebrate the anniversary of that day, we bow to all those men and women who made enormous sacrifices to make it possible for us to live in a free India," she said, adding it is a cause of celebration not only for all of us but also for every advocate of democracy around the world.
(With PTI inputs)

Independence Day 2022: Watch President Murmu's 5 big remarks in I-Day eve speech

President of India Droupadi Murmu wished the nation on the eve of the 75th Independence Day.

In her maiden Independence Day eve speech, President of India Droupadi Murmu said that the nation is entering the final quarter of 100 years of freedom, and by 2047, India will have fulfilled the vision of freedom fighters and progenitors of modern India.
India has helped the world discover the true potential of democracy and the keyword for the country today is compassion for the downtrodden, needy and those on the margins, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday.
In her maiden address to the nation on the eve of the 76th Independence Day, Murmu said major economic reforms are being accompanied by innovative welfare initiatives and the world has seen "a new India rising in recent years, more so after the outbreak of COVID-19''.
The president said when India won independence, there were many international leaders and experts who were sceptical about the success of the democratic form of government in India due to poverty and illiteracy at that time.
"But we Indians proved the sceptics wrong. Democracy not only grew roots in this soil, it was enriched too," she said as she asked citizens to pledge to give everything for the sake of the safety, security, progress and prosperity of the country.
The president, in her 17-minute address, also complimented the policymakers for ensuring the growth of the country that has become more inclusive with reduced regional disparities.
"Our response to the pandemic has been appreciated everywhere. We launched the biggest vaccination drive in human history with vaccines manufactured in the country itself. Last month we crossed the 200-crore mark in cumulative vaccine coverage," said Murmu who took over the presidency last month, She said in combating the pandemic, India's achievements have been better than those of many developed countries. "For this feat, we are grateful to our scientists, doctors, nurses, paramedics and the staff associated with vaccination," she said.
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The president said that the pandemic uprooted lives and also economies in the entire world. "When the world has been battling the economic consequences of the great crisis, India got its act together and is now moving forward. India is among the fastest growing major economies in the world" whose start-up ecosystem ranks high in the world.
The president said "our existence will become meaningful only in building a glorious India" and quoted a poem of poet Kuvempu 'I will pass, So will you, But on our bones will arise the great tale of a new India'.
She said this is a clarion call of the nationalist poet for making a complete sacrifice for the motherland and the uplift of fellow citizens.
"To follow these ideals is my special appeal to the youth of the country who are going to build the India of 2047," she said.
In most other well-established democracies, women had to wage long-drawn struggles to get the right to vote. But India adopted universal adult franchise rights since the beginning of the Republic, she said.
Thus, the makers of modern India enabled each and every adult citizen to participate in the collective process of nation-building, she said adding India can be credited for helping the world discover the true potential of democracy.
She said the success of start-ups, especially the growing number of unicorns is a shining example of industrial progress and credited the Narendra Modi government and its policy-makers for beating the global trend and helping the economy flourish.
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"During the last few years, unprecedented progress has been made in the development of physical and digital infrastructure....For the vibrancy of growth visible in our country, credit must also be given to workers and farmers whose hard work has made it possible and entrepreneurs whose business acumen has created wealth.
"What is all the more heartening is that the growth is becoming more inclusive and regional disparities too are reducing.
"But this is only the beginning. A series of economic reforms and policy initiatives have been preparing the ground for a long term...the 'National Education Policy' is aimed at preparing the future generation for the next stage of industrial revolution while also reconnecting it with our heritage." She said the economic success is leading to an ease in living too as the reforms are rightly accompanied by innovative welfare initiatives.
"A home of one&rsquo;s own is no longer a dream for the poor, but a reality for more and more people, thanks to the 'Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana'. Similarly, under the 'Jal Jeevan Mission', tap water connection has been provided to every household since the launch of the 'Har Ghar Jal' scheme," she said.
She said the aim of these as well as other similar efforts is to provide basic amenities to all, particularly the poor.
"The keyword for India today is compassion; for the downtrodden, for the needy and for those on the margins. Some of our national values have been incorporated in our Constitution as the Fundamental Duties of the citizens.
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"I appeal to every citizen to know about their Fundamental Duties and follow them in letter and spirit so that our nation reaches new heights," she said.
She said that at the core of the transformation, the country has been witnessing in healthcare, education, economy as well as a number of related areas is the stress on good governance.
"When work is done with the spirit of 'Nation First', it is bound to reflect in every decision and every sector. This is also reflected in India's standing in the world, she said.
She said India's newfound confidence stems from the spirit of its youth, its farmers, and above all, its women.
"Gender inequalities are reducing and women are moving ahead, breaking many glass ceilings. Their increasing participation in social and political processes will prove decisive," she said, adding that at the grassroots level, there were more than 14 lakh elected women representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions.
"Our daughters are the biggest hope for the nation," she said and referred to the recently held Commonwealth Games in which sports persons especially women have been making the country proud with their performance in international competitions.
"A large number of our winners come from underprivileged segments of society. From becoming fighter pilots to space scientists, our daughters are scaling great heights," she said.
She said in celebrating Independence Day, "we are celebrating our 'Bharatiyata'. Our country is full of diversity. But, at the same time, we all have something in common. It is this common thread which binds all of us together and inspires us to walk together with the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat." She also spoke about the environment and said when the world is facing new challenges, India must remain determined to preserve its flora and fauna.
"With our traditional lifestyle, we Indians can show the way to the rest of the world. Yoga and Ayurveda are India's invaluable gifts to the world. Their popularity is on the rise all over the globe," she said.
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The president said for 75 weeks now, the nation has been commemorating the noble ideals that won the country freedom.
"In March 2021, we began the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' with the re-enactment of the Dandi March. This way, our celebrations began with a tribute to that watershed event that had put our struggle on the world map. This festival is dedicated to the people of India".
She said citizens from all age groups have keenly participated in a series of events held across the country including the 'Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan'.
"The Indian tricolour is fluttering in every nook and corner of the country. Great martyrs would have been thrilled to see the spirit of the Independence Movement coming alive again on such a massive scale," she said.
She complimented the government for its decision last year to observe November 15 as 'Janajatiya Gaurav Divas' in which "our tribal heroes are not merely local or regional icons but they inspire the entire nation".
She said by the year 2047, "we will have fully realised the dreams of our freedom fighters. We will have given a concrete shape to the vision of those who, led by Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, drafted the Constitution. We are already on course to build an Atmanirbhar Bharat, an India that would have realised its true potential." Murmu said August 14 is observed as 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day' to promote social harmony, unity and empowerment of people.
"Tomorrow marks the day when we had freed ourselves from the shackles of colonial rulers and decided to reshape our destiny.
"As all of us celebrate the anniversary of that day, we bow to all those men and women who made enormous sacrifices to make it possible for us to live in a free India," she said, adding it is a cause of celebration not only for all of us but also for every advocate of democracy around the world.
(With PTI inputs)

Militant attack in Manipur on Independence Day thwarted, 7 arrested

Assam Rifles received inputs about a plot to target government installations and security forces with explosives during the Independence Day celebrations.

Seven armed militants of the banned People's Liberation Army (PLA) were arrested from different parts of Manipur ahead of Independence Day, police said on Sunday.
The Assam Rifles received inputs on Saturday morning about a plot to target government installations and security forces with explosives during the Independence Day celebrations, Superintendent of Police of Thoubal district H Jogeshchandra said at a press conference.
"A joint team of Thoubal district police and 16 Assam Rifles rushed to Yairipok Bazaar, cordoned off the area and began a search operation," he said.
"Similar operations were also carried out at multiple places in Imphal East, Imphal West, Kakching and Thoubal districts," he said.
The security forces arrested seven militants, and also held a minor with weapons and explosives, the officer said.
"Following investigations, it was revealed they have been targetting non-locals in the valley districts, and were involved in the killing of two non-locals in June and July at Kakching and Andro Huikap, respectively," he said.
A 9 mm pistol with magazine, a Berreta pistol with magazine, 35 live 9 mm rounds and two hand grenades were seized, Jogeshchandra said.
The operation is continuing in different parts of the state ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, police said, adding that security has been beefed up.
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In July 1947, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, a British lawyer, was commissioned to 'draw the borders' of India and Pakistan.
Did you know he was given just five weeks to complete the task which resulted in one of the biggest human migrations in modern history?

Independence Day 2022: The story behind Radcliffe Line which divided India-Pakistan

In July 1947, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, a British lawyer, was commissioned to 'draw the borders' of India and Pakistan.
Did you know he was given just five weeks to complete the task which resulted in one of the biggest human migrations in modern history?
Not only that, he had never visited India before he took up the job. Watch to know the full story behind the line.


Sir Cyril Radcliffe was asked to base his lines on the population of Muslims and Hindus, in addition to &ldquo;other factors&rdquo; which were never officially defined.&nbsp;

The Radcliffe Line, a demarcation on a piece of paper, decided the nationality and fate of millions and resulted in the creation of India and Pakistan. Did you know that this line was created in a span of five weeks by a man who had never been to this part of the world before being assigned this mammoth task? The completion of which resulted in one of the biggest human migrations in modern history, with roughly 14 million people displaced and more than one million killed.&nbsp;
In July 1947, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, a British lawyer, was commissioned by the then Viceroy Lord Mountbatten to &lsquo;go and get it done&rsquo; by which he meant 'draw the borders' that would divide British India into two countries before the scheduled departure of the Crown from its colony.&nbsp;
He was asked to base his lines on the population of Muslims and Hindus, in addition to &ldquo;other factors&rdquo; which were never officially defined. With not much time in his hands and little to no knowledge of the intricacies of India&rsquo;s demography, Radcliffe based the border on some census reports and maps that didn&rsquo;t necessarily depict the ground reality.&nbsp;
Although he did manage to make time to fly over parts of north India to get the lay of the land.&nbsp;
On 17 August 1947, two days after India gained independence, the Radcliffe line, named after its creator, came into being.
While Radcliffe, rather, the British, can be blamed for not doing a very good job demarcating the India-Pakistan border, it was politics, to some extent greed for power, and threat perception that necessitated the partition in the first place.&nbsp;
The genesis of the demarcation was the demand by the Muslim League for the Muslim-majority provinces of British India to form their own country.&nbsp;
The violence that followed the partition saddened Radcliffe to the extent that he burnt his papers, refused his fee, around Rs 40,000 and left India, never to return.&nbsp;

The first design of the tricolour consisted of two red and green bands to symbolise the two major communities of the country - Hindus and Muslims, with white band representing peace, other communities, a spinning wheel symbolising progress.

Independence Day 2022: how the tricolour was adopted in its present form, a look at its journey 

The Indian flag underwent several changes before it was adopted in its present form. 
From having red, green, and white bands, and a spinning wheel to having saffron, white and green bands and the Ashok Chakra,
here's a look at the journey of the tricolour with a history of several decades preceding independence. 





The first design of the flag proposed in 1921 consisted of two red, green bands to symbolise the two major communities - Hindus and Muslims, with a white band representing peace and other communities and a spinning wheel symbolising the country&rsquo;s progress. &nbsp;

When we think of the flag of India, the colours saffron, white, green, and blue come to our mind. But did you know, that the first design of the tricolour proposed in 1921 consisted of two red and green bands to symbolise the two major communities of the country - Hindus and Muslims, with a white band representing peace as well as the rest of the communities and a spinning wheel symbolising the country&rsquo;s progress. &nbsp;
The design, largely attributed to freedom fighter Pingali Venkayya, went through several changes and it was in 1931 that the Congress Committee met in Karachi and adopted the tricolour as our national flag. But red was replaced with saffron and the order of the colours was shuffled. &nbsp;
The flag was to be free of religious interpretation. Hence in its present form, the saffron on top symbolises &ldquo;strength and courage&rdquo;, white in the middle represents &ldquo;peace and truth&rdquo; and green at the bottom stands for &ldquo;fertility, growth, and auspiciousness of the land&rdquo;. The Ashok Chakra with 24 spokes replaced the spinning wheel or charkha to symbolise &ldquo;life in movement and death in stagnation&rdquo;.&nbsp;
Finally, it was on July 22, 1947 that the members of the Constituent Assembly of India met in the Constitution Hall in Delhi, and officially adopted the national flag for free India.&nbsp;
It was proposed that &ldquo;the National Flag of India shall be horizontal tricolour of deep saffron (kesari), white and dark green in equal proportion.&rdquo; The white band was to have a wheel in navy blue, which appears on the abacus of the Sarnath Lion Capital of Ashoka.&nbsp;
And the final design of the Indian National Flag was hoisted by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on August 16, 1947, at Red Fort, with a history of several decades preceding independence.&nbsp;

A nine-year-old Dalit boy died on Saturday allegedly after he was beaten up by a teacher for touching a drinking water pot in a private school in Jalore district of Rajasthan, police said.
Police have arrested the teacher, Chail Singh, 40, and charged him with murder and under sections of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Indra Meghwal, a student of the private school in Surana village, was beaten up on July 20 and succumbed to his injuries at a hospital in Ahmedabad on Saturday.
The state education department has initiated an inquiry into the matter and Rajasthan SC Commission chairman Khiladi Lal Bairwa ordered that it be taken up under the case officer's scheme for fast investigation.
Superintendent of Police of Jalore Harsh Vardhan Agarwalla said the boy was beaten up badly and added that the reason cited for it -- touching a drinking water pot -- was yet to be investigated.
"We have filed a case against the teacher, Chail Singh, under section 302 of the IPC and the SC/ST Act and have arrested him," the police officer said.
The boy's father said he suffered injuries in his face and ear and almost became unconscious. The boy was taken to the district hospital, from where he was referred to a hospital in Udaipur.
"He remained admitted at the hospital in Udaipur for about a week, but seeing no improvement, we took him to Ahmedabad. But his condition did not improve even there and he finally succumbed on Saturday," the boy's father Devaram Meghwal said.
The state education department has asked two officials to probe the matter and submit a report to the block education officer.

Dalit boy dies after being beaten by teacher for touching water pot

Indra Meghwal, a student of the private school in Surana village, was beaten up on July 20 and succumbed to his injuries at a hospital in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

A nine-year-old Dalit boy died on Saturday allegedly after he was beaten up by a teacher for touching a drinking water pot in a private school in Jalore district of Rajasthan, police said.
Police have arrested the teacher, Chail Singh, 40, and charged him with murder and under sections of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
Indra Meghwal, a student of the private school in Surana village, was beaten up on July 20 and succumbed to his injuries at a hospital in Ahmedabad on Saturday.
The state education department has initiated an inquiry into the matter and Rajasthan SC Commission chairman Khiladi Lal Bairwa ordered that it be taken up under the case officer's scheme for fast investigation.
Superintendent of Police of Jalore Harsh Vardhan Agarwalla said the boy was beaten up badly and added that the reason cited for it -- touching a drinking water pot -- was yet to be investigated.
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"We have filed a case against the teacher, Chail Singh, under section 302 of the IPC and the SC/ST Act and have arrested him," the police officer said.
The boy's father said he suffered injuries in his face and ear and almost became unconscious. The boy was taken to the district hospital, from where he was referred to a hospital in Udaipur.
"He remained admitted at the hospital in Udaipur for about a week, but seeing no improvement, we took him to Ahmedabad. But his condition did not improve even there and he finally succumbed on Saturday," the boy's father Devaram Meghwal said.
The state education department has asked two officials to probe the matter and submit a report to the block education officer.

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