A mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas

A mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas

Today, the Sadar Hills District Youth Congress committee(DYCC) in collaboration 

with its Assembly Youth Congress committees of Saikul, Saitu and Kangpokpi 

organized a mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas 

at IT road, Oil pump Kangkpokpi. The mass protest which was led the District Youth 

Congress, President T.Samuel Haokip insisted on the importance of the role of youths to sensitize the general public regarding the continuous rise in oil prices in the country and in the states. He also asserted that the public can no longer remain as a mute spectator when it comes to dealing with the faulty taxation policy on Oil prices by Modi led BJP government at the centre and N. Biren led BJP government in the states. The Youth Congress also displayed on their banner demanding the centre and the State government to bring down the prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gases so that the poor and the middle class society do not have to suffer unnecessarily due to their mismanagement. The youth Congress also displayed various placards hinting at the BJP government for their vicious attempt to hike the prices of fuel on a daily basis by prompting is the rising prices of fuel the “Acche Din” which Mr. Modi had promised before coming to power and another which displayed stop looting your own fellow citizen who voted you to power. DYC’s General Secretary Mr. Jangminthang Kipgen who briefed the media says that he neither represents his party nor tries to make any political brownie on the issue of rising Oil prices but, to convey the misery and hardships faced by the poorest of the poor and the middle class to BJP government at the Centre and the State in particular. He also mentioned that the poor and the middle class which constitute 55% of the Country’s population had been hit the hardest, the reason being their heavy dependence on the primary and the secondary sector which are directly affected by the rise in oil prices. He also make his appeal to the the Centre and the State government to cut the Excise duty and Valued Added Tax(VAT) respectively on Petroleum and its products or else, they should in a time bound manner bring it in the ambit of GST, so that its prices can be kept under check and balance. He also compared the rate at which the present government imports the crude Oil and the rate at which petrol is sold in the states today to the rate at which the previous regime imported and sold then, keeping the present government on the back foot. He also took a dig at Modi’s government for finding all their excuses on Covid Pandemic and the previous regime. Mr. Kipgen finally added that, inspite of the fact people of this country, having given the benefits of the doubt to Mr. Modi, if he continues to fail at this level on and on his resignation will be sought sooner than expected.

A mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas.





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A mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas

A mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas

Today, the Sadar Hills District Youth Congress committee(DYCC) in collaboration 

with its Assembly Youth Congress committees of Saikul, Saitu and Kangpokpi 

organized a mass protest against the rising oil prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas 

at IT road, Oil pump Kangkpokpi. The mass protest which was led the District Youth 

Congress, President T.Samuel Haokip insisted on the importance of the role of youths to sensitize the general public regarding the continuous rise in oil prices in the country and in the states. He also asserted that the public can no longer remain as a mute spectator when it comes to dealing with the faulty taxation policy on Oil prices by Modi led BJP government at the centre and N. Biren led BJP government in the states. The Youth Congress also displayed on their banner demanding the centre and the State government to bring down the prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gases so that the poor and the middle class society do not have to suffer unnecessarily due to their mismanagement. The youth Congress also displayed various placards hinting at the BJP government for their vicious attempt to hike the prices of fuel on a daily basis by prompting is the rising prices of fuel the “Acche Din” which Mr. Modi had promised before coming to power and another which displayed stop looting your own fellow citizen who voted you to power. DYC’s General Secretary Mr. Jangminthang Kipgen who briefed the media says that he neither represents his party nor tries to make any political brownie on the issue of rising Oil prices but, to convey the misery and hardships faced by the poorest of the poor and the middle class to BJP government at the Centre and the State in particular. He also mentioned that the poor and the middle class which constitute 55% of the Country’s population had been hit the hardest, the reason being their heavy dependence on the primary and the secondary sector which are directly affected by the rise in oil prices. He also make his appeal to the the Centre and the State government to cut the Excise duty and Valued Added Tax(VAT) respectively on Petroleum and its products or else, they should in a time bound manner bring it in the ambit of GST, so that its prices can be kept under check and balance. He also compared the rate at which the present government imports the crude Oil and the rate at which petrol is sold in the states today to the rate at which the previous regime imported and sold then, keeping the present government on the back foot. He also took a dig at Modi’s government for finding all their excuses on Covid Pandemic and the previous regime. Mr. Kipgen finally added that, inspite of the fact people of this country, having given the benefits of the doubt to Mr. Modi, if he continues to fail at this level on and on his resignation will be sought sooner than expected.

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Vice President urges everyone to become a warrior in the movement to protect environment

 

Vice President urges everyone to become a warrior in the movement to protect environment

Stringent action needed against violators of pollution laws

Need to consider strict enforcement of ‘polluter pays’ principle: Vice President

Shri Naidu expresses concern about increasing extreme weather events which are linked to the climate crisis

‘Environment and Health are intertwined’: VP suggests spending more time in nature for overall well-being

Shri Naidu raises concern of increasing cases of Myopia among children

VP endorses mandatory outdoor play-time of one hour in schools, calls for integrating nature-related activities like gardening in curriculum

Skilled workforce needed for 4th Industrial Revolution; industry must take initiative in skill upgradation: VP

Shri Naidu interacts with trainees at Swarna Bharat Trust, Hyderabad

Posted On: 16 JUL 2021 2:09PM by PIB Delhi

The Vice President Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu today said that everyone must become a warrior in the movement to protect the environment in the light of the climate crisis the world is going through. “From Panchayat to Parliament, all stakeholders must act proactively in protecting the environment”, he added.

He also stressed the need to act stringently with violators of pollution laws and consider strict enforcement of the ‘Polluter Pays’ principle.

Highlighting the recent disasters such as the flash floods in Himachal Pradesh, landslides in Uttarakhand and heat waves in Canada and the United States, he said they are instances of increasing frequency of extreme weather events due to global warming and climate change. He added that ‘these are tell-tale signs that climate change is real and cannot be wished away.’

Shri Naidu also expressed concern about the recent lightning-related deaths in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, and noted that the increased lightning strikes (34 per cent more in India during 2020-21 compared to the previous year) are also being linked by scientists to the climate crisis.

Interacting with the trainees at Swarna Bharat Trust, Hyderabad, the Vice President said that in the light of these worrisome trends, it is imperative for us to co-exist harmoniously with nature and protect the environment to ensure the well-being of all. Going forward, the Vice President suggested that it is extremely important to balance our developmental needs with environmental protection. “It cannot be business as usual”, he stressed.

Recalling the importance given to nature in Indian civilisation, the Vice President said that we should act as ‘trustees’ to our natural environment, as Gandhiji advised. He noted India’s commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement, leadership in forging the International Solar Alliance and called for even greater substantive global efforts towards mitigating climate change.

The Vice President also underscored how environment and health are deeply intertwined. “Studies have revealed that spending time in nature lowers blood pressure, reduces stress and enhances emotional well-being. Being close to nature leaves us rejuvenated”, he noted. He called for creating awareness from a young age on the need to live in harmony with nature. “It was also found that children who received outdoor training were more satisfied and emotionally well-balanced. Every school should make outdoor activities like gardening and trekking an integral part of the curriculum”, he emphasized.

Speaking to the young trainees at the Trust, Shri Naidu expressed concern about the increasing cases of myopia among children. He referred to his interaction with experts at the L V Prasad Eye Institute and cautioned that, according to experts, 64 million children living in urban areas in the country are likely to have myopia by 2050 if no anti-myopia measures are initiated soon.

Referring to the experts’ opinion that current digital-ecosystem and the indoor-centric lifestyle were possible reasons for the increasing cases of myopia among children, the Vice President called for implementing the experts’ advice of making outdoor play time of one hour mandatory in all schools.

Addressing the trainees, Shri Naidu suggested that skill development and skill upgradation are necessary in the new job market in the context of the fourth industrial revolution. He noted that the New Education Policy is in tune with these emerging demands of the economy and called upon the industry to join hands with the government to train and upskill the youth. “A skilled workforce is critical to India’s accelerated growth in the coming years”, Shri Naidu observed.

Shri G.N. Rao, founder of LV Prasad Eye Institute, Dr. Prashant Garg, senior ophthalmologist from LV Prasad Eye Institute, Shri Chigurupati Krishna Prasad, President of Swarna Bharat Trust, Shri Bhadrareddy, Treasurer of Mallareddy Educational Institutions, students undergoing training at Swarna Bharat Trust and others were present during the event.

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Manipur govt announces total curfew for 10 days from July 18

 Manipur govt announces total curfew for 10 days from July 18

Covid-19

Manipur government reports all out time limit for 10 days over ‘wide commonness’ of Delta variation of Coronavirus 

N. Biren Singh said, “The situation keeps on falling apart as time passes. The quantity of every day positive cases is going over 1,000 and passings over 10.” 

The Manipur government on Friday declared a complete time limit in the state for 10 days from July 18 considering the rising number of Coronavirus cases spiked by the Delta variation of the infection. 

A notice said, “With the wide predominance of the Delta variation of Coronavirus in Manipur, there is a need to take severe measures to break the chain of transmission.” 

Home Department Manipur government reports complete check in time for 10 days over ‘wide commonness’ of Delta variation of Coronavirus 

Manipur government declares all out time limit for 10 days over ‘wide pervasiveness’ of Delta variation of Coronavirus 

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said, “The situation keeps on breaking down as time passes. The quantity of every day positive cases is going over 1,000 and passings over 10.” 

Manipur lockdown 

Just those occupied with fundamental administrations and others like air travel and agrarian exercises have been kept external the ambit of the check in time. 

The Manipur government on Friday reported a complete time limitation in the state for 10 days from July 18 considering the rising number of Coronavirus cases spiked by the Delta variation of the infection. 

A warning said, “With the wide predominance of the Delta variation of Coronavirus in Manipur, there is a need to take rigid measures to break the chain of transmission.” 

Just those occupied with fundamental administrations, for example, immunization drives, Coronavirus testing, clinical benefits, water supply, telecom and others like air travel and farming exercises have been kept external the ambit of the time limitation. 

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said the choice was taken after a progression of pondering with a few panels of the state shaped to handle the Coronavirus pandemic. 

“We have been doing whatever we can in our ability to control the pandemic, going from establishment of oxygen plants to strengthening the inoculation interaction. Nonetheless, the situation keeps on breaking down as time passes. The quantity of day by day certain cases is going over 1,000 and passings over 10,” he said. 

To guarantee exacting consistence, the main clergyman said the state will convey all security powers available to its, including Assam Rifles and CRPF, notwithstanding state powers. 

He engaged individuals to expand their full co-activity in the drive, the solitary aim of which is to “save lives”. 

“The commonness pace of the Delta variation is incredibly high. Over the span of door to door testing, we recognized significant number of positive cases that could be tragic. I truly appeal to individuals to hold on for us and stay inside during the time limit period,” Singh said. 

The festival of the forthcoming Eid celebration will be loose from the domain of the time limit, given severe adherence of the rules is guaranteed, added Singh. 

As indicated by the state wellbeing office, upwards of 205 instances of the Delta variation have been affirmed in the state as on July 12. The state detailed a record 1,039 positive cases and 14 passings on Thursday. With this, the absolute number of dynamic cases came to 8,558.

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Manipur govt announces total curfew for 10 days from July 18

 Manipur govt announces total curfew for 10 days from July 18

Covid-19

Manipur government reports all out time limit for 10 days over ‘wide commonness’ of Delta variation of Coronavirus 

N. Biren Singh said, “The situation keeps on falling apart as time passes. The quantity of every day positive cases is going over 1,000 and passings over 10.” 

The Manipur government on Friday declared a complete time limit in the state for 10 days from July 18 considering the rising number of Coronavirus cases spiked by the Delta variation of the infection. 

A notice said, “With the wide predominance of the Delta variation of Coronavirus in Manipur, there is a need to take severe measures to break the chain of transmission.” 

Home Department Manipur government reports complete check in time for 10 days over ‘wide commonness’ of Delta variation of Coronavirus 

Manipur government declares all out time limit for 10 days over ‘wide pervasiveness’ of Delta variation of Coronavirus 

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said, “The situation keeps on breaking down as time passes. The quantity of every day positive cases is going over 1,000 and passings over 10.” 

Manipur lockdown 

Just those occupied with fundamental administrations and others like air travel and agrarian exercises have been kept external the ambit of the check in time. 

The Manipur government on Friday reported a complete time limitation in the state for 10 days from July 18 considering the rising number of Coronavirus cases spiked by the Delta variation of the infection. 

A warning said, “With the wide predominance of the Delta variation of Coronavirus in Manipur, there is a need to take rigid measures to break the chain of transmission.” 

Just those occupied with fundamental administrations, for example, immunization drives, Coronavirus testing, clinical benefits, water supply, telecom and others like air travel and farming exercises have been kept external the ambit of the time limitation. 

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said the choice was taken after a progression of pondering with a few panels of the state shaped to handle the Coronavirus pandemic. 

“We have been doing whatever we can in our ability to control the pandemic, going from establishment of oxygen plants to strengthening the inoculation interaction. Nonetheless, the situation keeps on breaking down as time passes. The quantity of day by day certain cases is going over 1,000 and passings over 10,” he said. 

To guarantee exacting consistence, the main clergyman said the state will convey all security powers available to its, including Assam Rifles and CRPF, notwithstanding state powers. 

He engaged individuals to expand their full co-activity in the drive, the solitary aim of which is to “save lives”. 

“The commonness pace of the Delta variation is incredibly high. Over the span of door to door testing, we recognized significant number of positive cases that could be tragic. I truly appeal to individuals to hold on for us and stay inside during the time limit period,” Singh said. 

The festival of the forthcoming Eid celebration will be loose from the domain of the time limit, given severe adherence of the rules is guaranteed, added Singh. 

As indicated by the state wellbeing office, upwards of 205 instances of the Delta variation have been affirmed in the state as on July 12. The state detailed a record 1,039 positive cases and 14 passings on Thursday. With this, the absolute number of dynamic cases came to 8,558.

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Union Education Minister and Union Tribal Affairs Minister jointly launch School Innovation Ambassador Training Program

Union Education Minister and Union Tribal Affairs Minister jointly launch School Innovation Ambassador Training Program

Teachers are the change-agents and ambassadors of innovation – Union Education Minister

School Innovation Ambassador Training Program will help provide quality education to children in tribal areas – Shri Arjun Munda

Posted On: 16 JUL 2021 2:43PM by PIB Delhi

Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Arjun Munda jointly launched the ‘School Innovation Ambassador Training Program’ for 50,000 school teachers today. MoS, Smt Annpurna Devi; MoS Shri Rajkumar Ranjan Singh and MoS Dr Subhas Sarkar were also present along with senior officials of the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

Together with Shri @MundaArjun ji launched the School Innovation Ambassador Training Program which aims to train 50,000 school teachers on innovation, entrepreneurship, IPR, design thinking, product development, idea generation etc.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Pradhan said that teachers are the biggest influence in our lives. He said that we aim to make our teachers, change-agents and ambassadors of innovation to make our students future-ready.

Shri Pradhan stressed that technology is reshaping the world and our students have the potential to not only address domestic but also the global challenges. The program launched today is a collaborative effort by the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, CBSE and AICTE, which will in turn nurture lakhs of students with innovation capabilities, develop a culture of innovation and lay the foundation of a new and vibrant India, he added.

The Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Shri Arjun Munda expressed his gratitude that the Ministry of Education has launched its new initiative in the field of innovation in collaboration with Tribal Affairs Ministry which will benefit the large number of schools for tribal children across the country. This programme will have far reaching consequences which will help to fulfil the Prime Minister’s vision of a New Indiathe Minister elaborated.

Sh Arjun Munda further said that ‘SIATP’ will give wings to the creativity of the children and provide a platform so that they can give something new to the world with their ideas. Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for tribal children is another ambitious programme of the Prime Minister under which 740 EMRS will be established in tribal dominated areas over the next three years, he said. The students of EMRS will greatly benefit from SIATP since it is also the endeavour of Tribal Affairs Ministry to give the best possible education to the tribal children. Sh Arjun Munda explained that through this unique capacity building programme for teachers, prominence has been given to development of creativity, collaboration , critical thinking and communication skills among children and the integration of Eklavya Schools into the entire programme is a big step in this direction for the meaningful development of tribal children.

Speaking on the occasion, Secretary, Tribal Affairs, Shri Anil Kumar Jha said that encouraging innovation is at the core of the New Education Policy. Teachers will need to evolve new methods of teaching; they will need to first transform themselves into guides from being instruments of written text books. Shri Jha further said that apart from running Ekalavya World Education School, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has been supporting initiatives of States/Union Territories in spreading scientific education to tribal students and the new initiative will help promote quality education among tribal children. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched an Adi-Prashikshan portal which is also a repository of training inputs. It will be of great benefit if SIAP training module also gets connected to this portal, he said.

The innovative and one-of-its-kind training program for school teachers, it aims at training 50,000 School Teachers on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, IPR, Design Thinking, Product development, Idea generation, among others.

The program has been designed by the Innovation Cell of the Ministry of Education and AICTE for school Teachers based on its “Innovation Ambassador Training Program for Higher Educational Institution’s faculty members”. The training will be delivered in online mode only.

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