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National Tourism Day 2022: 5 spell-bounding places in India that you must explore to skip the crowd amidst Covid-19 outbreak
Travelling in the Covid-19 outbreak seems a little difficult. So, we have compiled the top 5 places in India to escape from the hustle-bustle of cities and can indulge in the scenic beauty of not-so-known places.
Gone are the days when we could make our vacation plans on the spur of the moment. The Covid-19 outbreak has been going on for nearly two years, and making travel plans appears to be challenging. Traveling appears hard with states setting rigorous guidelines and modifying them on a regular basis to stop the spread of coronavirus.
We are also concerned about contracting the virus if we travel. So, we have compiled the top 5 places in India to escape from the hustle-bustle of cities and can indulge in the scenic beauty of not-so-known places.
These are places that you must visit in order to create memorable experiences.
Malana, Himachal Pradesh
Malana is an ancient Indian village located in Himachal Pradesh. The Chandrakhani pass, the Rashol pass, and the stunning Jhari falls are just a few of the village’s hiking spots. The village is famous for the Jamlu temple which is built-in Kathkuni style, and with wooden carving and deer heads. Malana is famous for its “Malana Cream”, a product made from cannabis plants that grow in the Parvati valley.
How to reach Malana- The most common route to the village is by taxi or bus from Jhari. One-stop prior to Malana.
Majuli, Assam
Majuli is a river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam and in 2016 it became the first island to be made a district in India. This village attracts visitors from all over the world because of its unique blend of culture and history. The best time to visit is between November and March when the weather is pleasant and the wildlife seeing chances are plentiful.
How to reach Majuli– Majuli is 20 km from Jorhat. One can take the bus or a hired taxi to the Nimati Steamer Ghat from where ferry services ply. The distance takes over three hours to cover, with three bus rides and two ferry rides.
Nandi Hills, Karnataka
Nandi Hills is located 1478 meters above sea level. It is a town in Karnataka blessed with pleasant weather all over the year. The town takes its name from the mythological bull ‘Nandi’ who protects the Yoganandeeshwara Temple. The hills are very rich in birdlife making it a popular location for birdwatchers. The hill slopes are the home of the yellow-throated bulbul, a species endemic to the hills of peninsular India. Nandi Hills is a destination for hiking and trekking for beginners to intermediate levels.
How to reach Nandi Hills- The nearest railway station is in Chikkaballapur (9 kilometres), and the nearest airport is in Bangalore (58 kilometres), from which taxis to Nandi Hills are accessible. Both buses and cabs are available from Bangalore and most neighboring cities.
Zuluk, Sikkim
Zuluk is a small hamlet located at a height of 9,400 feet in Sikkim, which lies on the ancient Silk route. Despite the lack of tourist attractions other than a cave Nag temple, the location provides a glimpse into paradise in the form of a magnificent sunrise view that makes one feel completely at peace. The three-level switchback roads of Zuluk offer views of the Kangchenjunga and its mountain range.
How to reach Zuluk– Dzuluk is located on the National Highway-717B, which runs through Rongli and connects Rhenock and Menla. Zuluk is around a 7-hour drive from Siliguri. Tourists can also reach Dzuluk from Gangtok in around 4 hours via hired vehicles.
Mawlynnong, Meghalaya
Mawlynnong is a village in Meghalaya state which is known for its cleanliness. It is also known as God’s Own Garden and is Asia’s cleanest village for good cause. Mawlynnong received the distinction of Cleanest Village in Asia in 2003. Apart from cleanliness, the village has accomplished a lot, including a 100% literacy rate and a women empowerment status that the rest of the world can only fantasize of.
How to reach Mawlynnong– Mawlynnong is located 90 km from Shillong, along the India–Bangladesh border. From Shillong airport, you can take a taxi to Khasi Hills Sumo stand at Bara Bazaar market. From there shared sumo run till Mawlynnong.
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Madhya Pradesh elections: Congress to release first list of candidates after October 5
According to the source, the party has received more than 3,500 inquiries from potential candidates who wish to run for office on the Congress ticket in the Assembly elections.
As the Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections draw nearer, sources stated on Friday that the Congress is expected to reveal its first list of candidates after October 5 as part of its strategy. A Congress source told IANS that the party will announce the names of the candidates at the ideal moment and that the campaigning for the Assembly elections is already underway.
The source stated that the party would issue its initial list of candidates after October 5, when it is anticipated that the Election Commission will have released its polling schedule.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the party’s general secretary, will be in the state on October 5 to speak at a large public gathering, the source added, and her input will be sought before the release of the final list.
To narrow down the field of candidates for the elections, the party organised two sessions of the Screening Committee in the national capital.
According to the source, the party has received more than 3,500 inquiries from potential candidates who wish to run for office on the Congress ticket in the Assembly elections.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, will speak at a public meeting on Saturday in the Kala Pipla Assembly seat.
Two lists of candidates from the BJP have already been made public for the upcoming elections. Along with four other current MPs, the ruling party has included three Union Ministers in its second list. On Monday, a few hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a public gathering in Bhopal, the second list of 39 candidates was made public.
The list also included Kailash Vijayvargiya, the national general secretary of the BJP.
The list includes the names of three Union Ministers: Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State for Food Processing Industries and Jal Shakti from Narsinghpur; Narendra Singh Tomar, Minister of Agriculture and Chairman of the Party’s State Election Management Committee from Dimni-Morena; and Fagan Singh Kulaste, Minister of State for Rural Development and Steel from Niwas.
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President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to Women’s Reservation Bill
The new law provides 33% reservation of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
The Women’s Reservation Bill became law in India after President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent, days after the historic vote in the Parliament. The new law provides 33% reservation of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women. However, the law will be imposed after the new census and delimitation.
The Women’s Reservation Bill which is officially known as Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam was passed in both the houses during the special session of the Parliament. The historic bill was passed in the Lok Sabha on September 20, with 454 MPs voting in its favour and 2 voting against it. In the Rajya Sabha, the bill was passed unanimously on September 21 with 214 MPs voting in favour of the bill.
Issuing a gazette notification, the Government of India stated that the Bill has become an Act after the approval granted by the President. The notification read that the act will come into force on such date as the central government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint.
While supporting the historic bill in the Parliament, the Opposition condemned the government for not bringing the quota for women into immediate effect. Union Home Minister Amit Shah told the Parliament during the bill’s discussion that it could only come into effect after 2029 due to the pending census and delimitation.
A day after the bill was passed in the Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked that with the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament, the nation usher in an era of stronger representation and empowerment for the women of India. He added that this is not merely legislation but a tribute to the countless women who have made the nation. He exclaimed that India has been enriched by their resilience and contributions.
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CM Arvind Kejriwal announces Delhi winter action plan to curb pollution
Arvind Kejriwal led Delhi government will also deploy 530 water sprinklers in an attempt to prevent dust pollution
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday affirmed that pollution levels dropped in the national capital owing to various government initiatives as he announced the winter action plan to curb pollution.
Addressing a press conference, CM Arvind Kejriwal stated that the number of days witnessing severe pollution levels declined in the past eight years due to several initiatives of the government, like the introduction of electric buses and the EV Policy, among others.
Announcing the winter action plan in Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal stated that the Pusa bio decomposer that prevents stubble burning will be sprayed on 5,000 hectares of farmland this year against 4,400 hectares the previous year. As far as reports are concerned, the Pusa bio decomposer, developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) is a microbial solution that can turn paddy straw into manure in 15-20 days.
In addition, Arvind Kejriwal led Delhi government will also deploy 530 water sprinklers in an attempt to prevent dust pollution and 385 teams, who will be entrusted to check vehicles pollution certificates and prevent the plying of overage cars.
According to reports, in 2018, the Supreme Court banned diesel and petrol vehicles older than 10 and 15 years, respectively, in Delhi. The top court had added that the vehicles plying in violation of the order would be impounded. Further, a 2014 order of the National Green Tribunal bars vehicles older than 15 years to be parked in public places.
Arvind Kejriwal also reiterated that burning garbage in the open is banned in Delhi. He mentioned that 611 teams will supervise the implementation of the same. He also urged people to download the Green Delhi mobile application on their devices and report any pollution-causing activity to the government.
Speaking about stubble burning, the Delhi Chief Minister noted that in Punjab, they formed a government last year and the data from the last year showed that the steps taken in 6-7 months led to a 30% reduction in stubble burning.
