The opening lines of the song, “Gaon mein peepal, peepal ki chaiyan… chaiyan mein panaghat,” beautifully evoke the traditional Indian village. Yet, Sholay masterfully reimagined this setting. Instead of familiar elements like peepal or banyan trees, or the typical fields, the filmmakers crafted a unique landscape. The village was set amidst towering cliffs, with rugged, stone-strewn roads, giving a distinctly different visual feel. Despite its barrenness, Ramgarh in Sholay became an aspirational model. It was in essence, a ‘smart village’ ahead of its time. Even half a century after Sholay’s release, the idealized Ramgarh remains an inspiring vision. Imagine the…
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Team India, riding high on their victory over England, is focusing on the Asia Cup, which will begin on September 9th. The selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, plans to reveal the team roster on August 19th or 20th. The announcement date hinges on medical clearance from the Sports Science department, specifically regarding captain Suryakumar Yadav. A BCCI source highlighted the challenges facing selectors, given the strong performances of players such as Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson. The selectors are likely to stick with a consistent top-order batting lineup, including Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, and Hardik…
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has addressed the matter of incarcerated individuals. The court has ordered the release of Sukhdev Yadav, one of the convicts in the Nitish Katara murder case, who has completed his sentence. The court instructed all states and union territories to release prisoners who have served their time without any further delay. The court’s directive includes a provision for identifying and releasing any individual who has been held in custody for a period exceeding their sentence. The Supreme Court explicitly stated that any such convict, not required in any other ongoing cases, should be…
A former Pentagon official, Michael Rubin, has strongly criticized Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, making a highly critical comparison to Osama bin Laden, referring to him as “Osama bin Laden in a suit.” This criticism came in response to Munir’s recent remarks on nuclear weapons during a visit to the United States. Rubin described Pakistan’s actions as characteristic of a “chaotic nation,” accusing it of using war-like language. He connected Munir’s statements to the extremist ideology of the Islamic State, directly likening him to bin Laden, the architect of the 9/11 attacks. The situation escalated due to reports that…
Press Release Date: August 12, 2025 Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh “Yuva Sankalp” – Mission Upasane towards Self-Reliance of the Descendants of Democracy Protectors Initiative of Loktantra Rakshak Sangh, skill development for youth, entrepreneurship and employment opportunities; model will also be implemented in other states Upasane The Loktantra Rakshak Sangh has launched an ambitious initiative “Yuva Sankalp” for the social, economic and educational empowerment of the descendants of MISA detainees. This scheme is being launched with the inspiration of the President of the Sangh, Sachchidanand Upasane ji. In the Emergency of 1975-77, thousands of democracy fighters endured torture and spent time in…
The actor Kay Kay Menon has voiced his disapproval regarding the inclusion of his likeness in a video created by the Congress party for their ‘Vote Theft’ campaign. The video, distributed on the party’s official social media platforms, featured Menon, recognized for his portrayal of Himmat Singh in the Special Ops web series, seemingly endorsing the campaign. Menon has issued a statement denying any participation in the campaign and asserting that his image was utilized without his authorization. In a direct comment on the video, Menon clarified that he did not work on the advertisement and that a promotional clip…
The India-England Test series saw outstanding performances, with both batsmen and bowlers making significant contributions. Mohammed Siraj stood out for his exceptional bowling, particularly in the Oval Test where he took nine wickets. His performance has earned him the admiration of many, including former Sri Lankan cricketer and umpire Kumar Dharmasena. Dharmasena, who officiated the final Test, took to social media to express his appreciation for Siraj’s bowling. He shared a picture of Siraj’s dismissal of Gus Atkinson, which sealed the victory for India. Dharmasena’s caption read, ‘I am fortunate to have witnessed this ball by Siraj,’ highlighting the impact…
Bihar law enforcement has intensified its operations against criminal elements. Nikhil Kumar, a known offender from Nawada, was arrested and found to be in possession of illegal weapons. The arrest was the result of a collaborative effort by the Bihar STF and Nawada district police, who apprehended Kumar in the Hisua area of Nawada district. This operation took place during the night of August 11th and 12th.
The Chhattisgarh Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Protection Department has directed that kerosene will be supplied under the Public Distribution System to ration cardholders, including those in non-scheduled areas who have gas connections. For August, Chhattisgarh has been allotted 1332 kiloliters of kerosene. This allocation will be distributed to eligible recipients via fair price shops across the state. A formal notification has been dispatched from the Food Department, located at Indravati Bhawan, to all district collectors and the state-level coordinator of the Oil Industry in Raipur. The directive clarifies that all Antyodaya and priority ration cards currently active within the…
The Supreme Court’s directive regarding stray dogs in Delhi and the NCR has placed significant pressure on local authorities, given the estimated 8 lakh stray dogs and the need for shelter provisions. This situation highlights the complexities of managing stray animal populations, especially when compared to successful models in countries like the UK, Netherlands, and Bhutan. In the UK, local authorities are legally obligated to collect stray dogs, check for identification, and offer them to shelters. Euthanasia is a final recourse. Abandoning pets is considered a crime, enforced with severe penalties, thus decreasing the number of abandoned animals. The Netherlands…