Sushil Sachdeva, the renowned entrepreneur behind SS Royal Gym Ludhiana, Skon Production House, Home Dream Associates, and Blaq Restaurant, is not just about business success. Sushil’s philanthropic endeavors extend far and wide, leaving an indelible mark on various NGOs and charitable activities. With a heart full of compassion, Sushil Sachdeva selflessly aids the underprivileged, offering them a ray of hope and a helping hand.
 
In the midst of the COVID era, Sushil Sachdeva’s altruistic spirit shone brightly. He went beyond the call of duty, providing free food and shelter to those struggling during the pandemic. Moreover, Sushil took it upon himself to cover the educational expenses of orphaned children, ensuring they didn’t miss out on opportunities amidst these trying times.
 
Promoting Hinduism and spirituality, Sushil Sachdeva actively participates in distributing food to various religious institutions, including the esteemed Shri Bageshwar Dham and the Gurudwara. He also recognizes the sacred significance of cows in Indian culture and makes arrangements for their food and shelter in dedicated cow shelters.
 
Sushil Sachdeva’s commitment to bettering society transcends boundaries. His initiative to renovate 101 temples, with a focus on regions like Assam, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh, showcases his dedication to preserving cultural heritage.
 
During the devastating floods in Madhya Pradesh last year, Sushil’s quick response and deployment of his team demonstrated his sense of responsibility toward the affected people. He not only sympathized but actively aided those in need.
 
With his compassion and generosity, Sushil Sachdeva sets a glowing example of a visionary entrepreneur who utilizes his influence for the greater good. Sushil not only excels in business but also leaves a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals. Sushil Sachdeva’s benevolence continues to inspire and empower, making the world a better place, one act of kindness at a time.

The Chandrayaan-3 mission not only displays India’s growing technical prowess in space research but also aims to make important scientific discoveries. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) shared the huge progress on India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission on Monday. They revealed that the spacecraft has now achieved a “near-circular orbit” around the moon. India’s ambitious third Moon mission’s spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, launched on July 14, has steadily reduced its orbit through a series of manoeuvres, with the most recent one on August 14 marking a key step in its journey. The space capsule is now even closer to the surface of the Moon. Chandrayaan-3’s orbit will be reduced to 174 km x 1437 km as a result of today’s manoeuvre. This manoeuvre happened on August 14, 2023, between 11:30 and 12:30 p.m.

The landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the moon will display the abilities of India for a soft and safe landing on the lunar surface making India the 4th country to land its spacecraft on the surface of the moon. The next major operation is scheduled for August 16 around 8:30 am. During this phase, the spacecraft continues to lower its orbit to reach an altitude of 100 km.

Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Chairman S Somanath on Monday expressed confidence in the progress of the upcoming lunar mission Chandrayaan 3 and assured that all systems are working as planned. He also highlighted the successful launch of GSAT-24, which marks another step in India’s space exploration. He said, “Everything is going well now. A series of manoeuvres will be done till the (Moon) landing on August 23. The satellite is safe.”

Chandrayaan-3 consists of Lander and Rover configuration which is a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan-2. It will be launched by LVM3 (The launch Vehicle Mark-III). The objectives of the mission are to confirm a safe and soft landing on the lunar surface, to display rovers roving on the moon, and to conduct in-suit scientific experiments. Chandrayaan-3 consists of a PM (Propulsion Module), LM (Lunar Module), and a Rover to develop and demonstrate new technologies required for interplanetary missions. 

Chandrayaan mission (Indian lunar space mission) was started in 2008-09, Chandrayaan-1 was launched by PSLV (Polar satellite launch vehicles) India’s first moon mission which found water on the moon and mapped the moon in infrared visible and X-ray light from lunar orbit. Chandrayaan-2 which was launched by GSLV (Geosynchronous satellite launch vehicles) in 2019, was designed to be India’s first lunar lander. The spacecraft consisted of an orbiter, a lander, and a rover, but just before the lander was to touch down to the moon, contact was lost at an altitude of 2 kilometres. Chandrayaan-3 is a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan-2.

A 19-year-old NEET Aspirant S. Jagatheeswaran committed suicide after not being able to clear the NEET exam on his second attempt. In the shocking turn of events, the very next day, Jagatheeswaran’s father Selvasekar who could not handle the sorrow, hanged himself. 

The Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin raised his concern over the incident stating, “When I learned that NEET applicant Jegadeeswaran from Chromepet had killed himself, I was horrified. The day after I considered how to console his parents, his father Selvasekar also committed suicide. I’m not sure how to console Jegadeeswaran’s loved ones or friends. It is terrible that a talented student who aspired to be a doctor has now added his or her name to the list of NEET suicides.”Referring to NEET as an Obstacle in the way of students who want to become doctors, he added “Tamil Nadu government will take legal actions to remove NEET.”

The Chief Minister urged NEET candidates to overcome any suicidal thoughts they may have and approach life with confidence. He predicted that the hurdles put up by NEET will crumble in a few months when “political change takes place.” In reference to the reported comment made by Governor R N Ravi on the Tamil Nadu Assembly resolution on NEET exemption, he remarked, “Then, all those who say ‘I will not sign’ will disappear. Stalin said, “I offer my deepest solace to the demise of Jagatheeswaran and his father.”

In an interview prior to his death, Selvasekar said, “We enrolled him (Jagatheeswaran)  in a tutoring facility to retake the NEET test after he twice failed it. The NEET test was not abolished, despite Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin’s promise in his campaign to save children’s lives by doing so. Nobody should have to deal with this scenario, I am a single parent. The CM needs to act right away.”

Tomorrow our nation will be observing the 77th Independence Day. Long ago we made a tryst with density, when on August 15, 1947, our beloved country got Independence from British Raj. It was the spirit of our freedom fighters and citizens of those times that they fought for freedom with determination and gave us the wonderful gift of democracy. Thus, Independence Day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by freedom fighters and visionaries who envisaged a sovereign, democratic India.

The fluttering tricolour, patriotic songs, and fervent celebrations across the length and breadth of the country are more than mere symbols; they stand as a testament to India’s unity in diversity. As citizens come together, regardless of caste, creed, or religion, the spirit of the day is about hope, resilience, and unwavering love for the motherland. It rekindles pride and reaffirms our shared responsibility towards nation-building.

Tomorrow our national flag will be hosted by our Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi. The national flag is hosted two times every year on Republic Day and on Independence Day. Even though both of these events appear the same as they give respect to Tiranga, however, there lies a difference between the two in regards to how the flag should be hosted. Let us have a look: 

It is the positioning of the flag that holds great significance. The flag’s position highlights the distinction between unfurling and hoisting. On Independence Day, the national flag is hoisted at the pole’s base. To mark the day’s historical significance, the Prime Minister lifts and hoists the flag. On the other hand, on Republic Day, the flag is unfurled and secured at the pole’s peak. The President unfurls the flag on this day without lifting it, celebrating the adoption of the National Constitution.

The act of hoisting the flag on Independence Day represents the birth of a nation free from British colonial rule. On August 15, a rope is pulled from below, then released and raised by the country’s PM. This tradition of the Prime Minister hoisting the flag is rooted in history. At the time of independence, India had no President, making the Prime Minister the government’s head. Dr Rajendra Prasad became the first President on January 26, 1950, assuming the role of the ceremonial head of state. Therefore, following the tradition, annually, the Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort in New Delhi.

On the other hand, the President of the country unfurls the flag, symbolising India’s evolution as a republic. The country had already gained independence before celebrating its first Republic Day. This act marks the nation’s readiness to embrace its republican identity. The flag is unfurled on Republic Day at Rajpath now known as Kartavya Path in New Delhi.

A cloudburst at Jadon Village of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh claimed at least Seven lives. The calamity caused major devastation causing loss of life and property in the region, leading to two houses being washed away by the disaster in Jadon Village. The Indian Meteorological Department warned of Heavy to Hefty rainfall in several districts of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. The statement issued by the Indian Meteorological Department stated, “Extremely remote locations in Dehradun, Pauri, Tehri, Nainital, Champawat, and Udham Singh Nagar are very likely to see very heavy to extremely heavy rain, thunderstorms with lightning, and very strong to extremely severe spells during the next 24 hours.”

The IMD issued a warning in Bilaspur, Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Sirmaur, Solan, Una, Kinnaur, Lahaul, and Spiti, that the chances of Heavy/excessively heavy rainfalls accompanied by Thunderstorms in the region. On Monday, the CM of Himachal Pradesh tweeted, “I was devastated when I heard of the horrific cloudburst occurrence in Village Jadon in Dhawla Sub-Tehsil of the Solan District, which claimed 7 precious lives. My condolences are with the affected families. In this trying time, we feel your grief and loss with you. We have instructed the authorities to provide the afflicted families with the necessary support and assistance at this tough time.”

Himachal’s Maldevta District saw the demolition of the under-construction building of Dehradun Defence College due to heavy rainfall and flooding in the region. A red alert has also been issued in Rishikesh, followed by six other districts of HP. As per reports, the total number of deaths has risen to 52, and the count of injured became 36. The Uttrakhand’s disaster management department stated that the state has lost Rs. 650 crores. Troops from the SDRF and the NDRF have been sent to Uttarakhand’s severely drenched areas. In disaster-prone locations, two helicopters have also been maintained on standby. Over the last 24 hours, heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh has caused landslides and blocked multiple highways, including the Shimla-Chandigarh route, which was closed to buses and lorries.

Alright, let us talk about tattoos and how they are more than just ink on the skin. Tattoos actually hold great significance as people’s way of self-expression that spans cultures, history and individual narratives. Moreover, for many, it is about engraving one’s soul, beliefs, experiences and aspirations on their bodies. Tattoos have historically served as emblems of belonging, whether to a tribe, a religious sect, or a rite of passage. These tattoos acted as indicators of identity and belonging. While some people still get tattoos for these reasons, many others see it as a way to express themselves. Each design, whether a simple symbol or a complex mural, has a distinct meaning that resonates strongly with the individual. This distinctiveness emphasises the uniqueness of each person’s journey.

Now, I get it, not everyone is into tattoos. And hey, that is cool. But for those of us who are, each tattoo is truly like a chapter in the book of our lives. Choosing a tattoo is an introspective practice in itself. People spend days, if not years, contemplating the ideal design, I do that as well. It necessitates them delving deep inside their psyche, assessing past events, current feelings, and future goals. It is understandable if someone chooses a tattoo to commemorate a lost loved one for example, it’s a tribute, an eternal reminder of memories shared and love that endures. Tattoos can also be about transformation. Got a scar and you are self-conscious about it? Turn it into art. Want to reclaim your body after a major life event? Go slap on some ink. It is like a rite of passage, a way of saying, “This is me, take it or leave it” and honestly that is amazing, it feels great to own oneself. 

One should also notice that tattooing is not just about the individual. It rather is a saga between the person getting inked and the artist. Tattoo artists are not just service providers, they are collaborators in this deeply personal journey and to be honest, if your artist messes it up, the tattoo will be chaos so remember to choose the right artists always. The trust one places in an artist to permanently mark their body is profound. Artists, in return, often share in the emotional experience, channelling the narrative and sentiment of their client into beautiful artworks.

Over time, as one adds more tattoos, their body becomes a canvas, a living diary of moments, beliefs, and personal evolution. Some tattoos might represent youthful exuberance, while others, done years later, might reflect mature reflection or a changed worldview. Also, tattoos also evolve as we do. Some peeps might get a tat in their wild 20s, then later think, “Why did I get a pizza tattooed on my ankle?!” Well, hey even if you end up regretting the design, it still tells a story. It might be a reminder of that crazy summer with friends, so do not ever regret any design.

In the end, it’s all about freedom, ain’t it? Freedom to express, to remember, to transform. Tattoos are a shout-out to the world, saying, “This is who I am, and this is my journey.” Just like life, it’s permanent, beautiful, messy, and uniquely ours. A tattoo is more than just a fashion statement for real. So, whether you are inked up from head to toe or just enjoy the art from a distance, always remember: tattoos are more than just a mere design. They are a journey of the soul.

The Monsoon session of the parliament started on 20th July 2023. A highlight of the session was the suspension of various prominent and reputed ministers for unruly behavior. With the suspension of Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary from Lok Sabha, here are some more leaders who got suspended from the two houses. 

Recently, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, the leader of the opposition in the House, was suspended by the Lok Sabha on Thursday for unruly behavior and repeatedly provoking disturbances, and his case was referred to the privileges committee. The motion of suspension of the minister was brought in by Parliament Affairs Minister Prahlad Joshi.  In his speech in the No-Confidence motion, he compared the Leader of the Ruling Party, PM Narendra Modi with a blind king. He said that when Dhritrashtra (the blind king from Mahabharata) was blind, Draupadi (the wife of Pandavas) was humiliated. The king is sightless and there is no distinction between Manipur and Hastinapur. As he began his speech, PM Modi walked into the Lok Sabha. Chowdhury said that it is the power of the no-confidence motion that has got the Prime Minister to the Parliament today. He continued, “we were all unconcerned with this motion of no confidence. We merely asked PM Modi to visit the Parliament and address the Manipur issue. We just wanted our PM to be present in the Parliament.”

Also read:- PM Narendra Modi addresses Lok Sabha on the major issues 

On July 24th, Sanjay Singh, a Rajya Sabha member from the AAP was expelled from the Rajya Sabha on July 24th for “repeatedly violating” the Chairman’s instructions. Piyush Goyal, the leader of the House, submitted a resolution requesting his suspension, stating that this type of conduct is completely against the ethics and rules of the House. 

Later on, the only MP from the AAP in the Lok Sabha, Sushil Kumar Rinku was suspended from Lok Sabha because of disciplinary issues as he threw papers at the chairman of the Lok Sabha. Rinku was suspended for the remainder of the session, as the motion of suspension of the minister was brought in by Parliament Affairs Minister Prahlad Joshi.

Raghav Chadha, an AAP MP who was charged with ‘forging’ the signatures of five Rajya Sabha MPs, was expelled from the Upper House of Parliament on 11th August 2023. This suspension will last till the privileges committee has finished its investigation and submitted a report. Piyush Goyal proposed the suspension and said that Raghav Chadha’s behavior was immoral. Goyal accused Chadha of violating privilege and claimed that Chadha’s behavior was unexpected and unworthy of a member of Parliament.

Lastly, Derek O’Brien, the leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) was suspended by Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday for the remainder of the present session of parliament due to disorderly behavior unbecoming of a Rajya Sabha Member. He was nevertheless permitted to participate in the session later since the suspension motion was not put to a vote.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the 3rd day of the No-Confidence Motion. The PM replied to debates regarding the no-confidence motion and responded to the opposition’s allegations. 

Modi slammed the opposition by saying, “The people have no confidence in I.N.D.I.A, the Indian National Congress, and the Gandhi Family while ending the three-day discussion on No-Confidence, he said, “No matter how much the opposition mistreats democracy or how many derogatory remarks they make towards me, the Indian people will undoubtedly make the future of an NDA-led India more promising. The no-confidence motion will turn out to be fortunate for us (BJP) once more.” The PM said, appreciating the opposition for introducing it. 

The opposition staged a Walkout from the No-Confidence motion as they alleged the PM for not including the issue of Manipur Violence even after 90 minutes into the speech, leading to his Government winning the motion of No-Confidence. The PM reassured the people of Manipur that India and Parliament were on their side and that both the State and Central governments were working tirelessly to restore peace and development to the State. 

Also read the news on Amit Shah in latest Lok Sabha session

PM Modi held Congress accountable for the situation in Manipur. He quoted, “ Whose government was there in Manipur when the picture of Mahatma Gandhi was not allowed in Government Offices? Whose government was there when the decision that didn’t allow the National Anthem in Schools was taken?” directing towards the incapability of Congress to think outside of politics. Adding to this he said he visited the state more than 50 times in the past nine years while his ministers visited there more than 400 times.

“In my third term, India would become one of the top three economies of the world,” the Prime Minister declared on Wednesday. He further  added, “Based on past performance, India will overtake China as the third-largest economy in the world during the third term of our administration.” Continuing on the topic of governance, he claimed to provide a stable system of Governance, in contrast to I.N.D.I.A, which was multi-pronged. He claimed that the opposition lacked understanding and they don’t have faith in the future of this country, mocking the opposition. He continued, “Congress stood obsolete in fast-changing India. Congress did not trust the capability and the prowess of the country, and they doubted the hard work of the people of the country.” 

Modi countered Gandhi’s remarks, “I will speak from my heart and not from my mind.” “The country knows the condition of his brain and the country will soon Know the condition of his heart too.”

On JD(U), the party that broke its alliance with BJP to join I.N.D.I.A, Modi quoted, “The successors of Ram Manohar Lohia should know that Mr. Lohia accused Nehru of not developing the North-East region deliberately.” The ruling party won the hearts of the people and got the upper hand in the discussion as the opposition staged a walkout.

Magic, madness, heaven, sin, saw you there and I thought, “ Oh, my God, look at that post-Taylor Swift just made! It is finally happening! Tay-Tay is releasing 1989’s Taylor Version and honestly, we swifties are losing our calm but well that is understandable. The album is on its way and will be released on October 27, 2023, Mark the date! Swift gave this good news on her latest Eras Tour and then later made a post on Instagram. 

Taylor Swift’s resounding mission to snatch back her musical legacy continues with this forthcoming release of 1989 (Taylor’s Version). As a sign of creative empowerment and ownership, this re-recorded masterpiece follows in the footsteps of her recent banging comebacks with Fearless, Red, and Speak Now (Taylor’s Version). Okay, okay, even though I was kinda hoping for Reputation to be released, but guess what? We gonna Shake It Off this time!

Coming back to 1989, our Miss Americana picked October 27 to re-release the album because it is a significant day and a big deal. The date is exactly nine years after the OG 1989 album’s debut and Taylor is all set to embark on a new era of rediscovery and innovative expression. This album is packed with 21 banging tracks – the classics, and FIVE secret ‘vault tracks’. It will be like finding that hidden vinyl in grandma’s attic, the feeling of nostalgia is going to hit hard.

The hype? It is through the roof as fans are waiting for the chance to pre-order this musical journey. In her announcement, Taylor spilled the beans and said “Surprise!! 1989 (Taylor’s Version) is on its way to you (soon)! The 1989 album changed my life in countless ways, and it fills me with such excitement to announce that my version of it will be out on October 27th. To be perfectly honest, this is my most FAVOURITE re-record I’ve ever done because the 5 From The Vault tracks are so insane. I can’t believe they were ever left behind. But not for long! Pre-order 1989 (Taylor’s Version) on my site.”

Taylor Swift’s announcement of ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ has got the musical world buzzing, it has made everyone wait with excitement. The teases, the hints, it has got us all on our toes. With each re-recorded album, Swift’s legacy and determination to preserve her artistic concept shines brighter because our lady never goes out of Style. Get ready to jam to 1989 (Taylor’s Version) and bask in the magic of the Swift Verse!

Asianet News Media and Entertainment Private Limited (AMEL) has ended the last financial year with increased profitability in its digital business. This marked the second consecutive year where its online platform has returned positive EBITDA margins, having first become profitable in the financial year 2021-22.

In a year which saw turbulent economic conditions across the world where a plethora of industry bigwigs announced layoffs, Asianet News Digital continued on its growth journey and managed to steer its digital business towards profitability. This is primarily due to its high revenue growth along with strict measures of optimization of resources across various departments in the organization.

Highlighting the efforts that went behind the achievement, AMEL Chief Operating Officer, Samarth Sharma commented, “We are proud to deliver positive EBITDA for the second year in a row despite the macro-economic instability during the year. This is largely due to our growth in revenue and audience, which stem from the ability of our teams at Asianet News Digital to operate with a high degree of efficiency and to remain adaptable to the changes in market conditions. Would also like to thank our client and vendor partners, as without their support this would not have been possible. Extremely confident of scoring a hat-trick next year as we reinvest our profits in our people and strategic projects.”

Neeraj Kohli, AMEL’s Chief Executive Officer, added, “I want to express my gratitude to our talented workforce for this remarkable accomplishment. We have always propagated sustainable growth through positive unit economics with our ARPUs being among the best in the industry. Being EBITDA positive for the second consecutive year has given us confidence to push through new initiatives that focus on increasing the audience reach and engagement, while delivering unparalleled value to our stakeholders.”

In the current financial year, Asianet News Digital is recommitting its profit margins to fuel its expansion plans of going national and global in the upcoming quarters. Besides its prowess in South India, the company is also rapidly expanding in Hindi and English, which command a monthly active user base of over 30 million. It is also introducing several new products leveraging generative AI, machine learning, and first-party data to enhance user experience.

The AMEL group has a multi-media presence across the country in multiple languages via its TV Channels (Asianet News and Suvarna News), Print Publication (Kannada Prabha), Radio Channel (Indigo Music), and Digital platform in 7 languages (AsianetNews.com).