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Celebrating Green Ganesha : Say ‘No’ to PoP Idols, Switch to Eco-Friendly Alternatives and Protect Our Planet!
The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrated with immense fervour and joy across India, marks the birth of Lord Ganesha. According to legend, Lord Ganesha was conceived from mud and the sweat of his mother, symbolising a deep connection to the earth. Traditionally, devotees bring home idols of Ganesha, worship them for ten days, and then immerse them in water [...]
Pourakarmikas, The Informal Backbone: Recognising the Role of Pourakarmikas and Sanitation Workers in Bengaluru’s Cleanliness
Image source: Deccan Herald Bengaluru, the vibrant tech and start up capital of India, pulsates with energy and innovation. Yet, beneath the gleaming glass facades and bustling streets lies a crucial, often unseen, network that keeps the city clean – the Pourakarmikas and sanitation workers. These unsung heroes are the informal backbone of Bengaluru's cleanliness, working tirelessly to ensure [...]
Union Territories of India
What are Union Territories? Union territories are areas under the direct control and administration of the Central government of India. Evolution of Union Territories The concept of union territories came about in 1956 with the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act and the States Reorganisation Act. Interestingly, some former union territories have achieved statehood. Himachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, and [...]
Conquering Bengaluru’s Monsoon Woes : Effective Strategies for Flood Management, Waste Management, and Infrastructure Improvement
Bengaluru, the city celebrated for its vibrant culture, booming tech industry, and beautiful parks, is also becoming known for its unprecedented monsoon floods, which undermine its urban charms. Monsoon rains in Bengaluru, though a relief from the sweltering heat, often bring the city to a standstill. Waterlogging and traffic jams become the norm, with frustrated citizens flooding social media [...]
13 Facts About India’s New Parliament Building
The new Indian Parliament, unveiled on May 28, 2023 and a core part of the Central Vista Redevelopment project, stands as a triangular edifice with lion-capitol on top. As India prepares for the 18th Lok Sabha, let's familiarise ourselves with some interesting facts about the new Parliament where the future of our country will take shape. Progress Through Architecture: Need [...]
Period Poverty A Global Issue We Can Solve
Imagine this: It's the end of the month and you feel the onset of your period. You manage to buy period essentials without much struggle. Now, consider a girl from a poor strata of society who struggles to afford menstrual hygiene products. Her school probably doesn’t have washrooms. With no other option, she skips school. She resorts to using [...]