Geneva: As the military rulers of Myanmar (also known as Burma and Brahmadesh) continue to arrest scribes in the south-east Asian country, the global media safety & rights body Press Emblem Campaign(PEC) condemns the Burmese junta (also known as Tatmadaw) and demands the unconditional release of all 45 journalists still behind the bars since 1 February 2021 coup that deposed the democratically elected Aung San Suu Kyi-led government in Naypietaw.Local media outlets in Yangon, Myanmar’s former capital, reported that the Min Aung Hlaing-led military junta has lately arrested two reporters namely Ko Zaw and Ma Moe Myint from Dawei, the…
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Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur today inaugurated Heliport near Sanjauli-Dhalli bye-pass constructed by spending an amount of Rs. 18 crore. While interacting with the media, Chief Minister said that the Government of India has provided Rs. 12.13 crore for construction of this project under Himalayan Circuit of the Swadesh Darshan programme and Rs. 6 crore under UDAN-2 of Central Government. He said that this heliport would not only provide much needed relief to the high-end tourists visiting the State, besides being effectively used in case of medical emergency as this heliport was near IGMC, Shimla. Jai Ram…
Geneva: Press Emblem Campaign (PEC), the global media safety and rights body, condemns the killing of Chin journalist Pu Tui Dim by the Burmese military forces and demands a fair probe into the incidentsthat led to his death. Tui Dim died in the police firing at Matupi locality of Chin State in north-western Myanmar on 9 January 2022.The victim (35 years old) used to work for Khonumthung Media Group, an independent news agency covering Chin State, Kalay-Kabaw area, Indo-Myanmar border and overall Myanmar related issues in English and Burmese languages. Two teenagers were also killed in the police firing at…
Geneva: Expressing shock over the repeated incident of targeting women, including many Indian scribes in social media, the global media safety and rights body Press Emblem Campaign (PEC) demands properactions against the individuals behind the ‘Bulli Bai’ online application.It may be mentioned that over a hundred women, largely Muslim personalities, were listed with doctored photographs in the app as readied for online auction (to sell as maids) in the first week ofJanuary 2022. Those included in the list belong to various professions including journalism. Lately the app is being closed down.This is not the first time that a group of…
Mandi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of of Shree Renuka ji Dam project and other hydropower projects worth over Rs 11,000 crore. The other hydropower projects are Luhri Stage 1 Hydro Power Project and Dhaulasidh Hydro Power Project. He also inaugurated the Sawra-Kuddu Hydro Power Project. Governor Himachal Pradesh, Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Shri Jai Ram Thakur were among those present on the occasion. Narendra Modi presided over the second ground breaking ceremony of the Himachal Pradesh Global Investors’ Meet today in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. The meet is expected to give a…
Shimla: Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said that the Himachal Government has ensured equitable and balanced development of every area and section of the society during its four-year tenure. During this period, the government has started several new schemes, which has ushered in a new era of development. The Chief Minister said this during the Shining Himachal Conclave-2021 organized by the private TV channel Khabarein Abhi Tak here today. He said that with the active cooperation of the Centre Government and with benevolence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, development has gained massive pace in the state. With the effective implementation…
Shri Renuka Ji: In order to get tribal status, the Hatti Community in Himachal Pradesh has been fighting for over three decades. To be recognized as a Scheduled Tribe and preserve their culture and heritage is the ultimate goal. While the state government has made an extensive report on the Hatti tribes, the Hattis are still waiting for the decision to be made. The Hatti community has long been fighting for their right to be recognized as tribals. Although the BJP is a minority, the party leaders cannot fulfill their promises, and the Hattis are fed up with the political…
Varanasi: Himachal CM Jai Ram Thakur participated in the Chief Minister’s Conclave of BJP ruled states at Varanasi today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over the conclave. He reviewed the progress of implementation of various Centrally Sponsored Flagship Programmes by the States. Chief Minister delivered a detailed presentation on zero budget natural farming. He informed that Himachal Pradesh is an agrarian state and the state government is committed to increase the income manifold of farmers in the state. To achieve this, the state government is trying to create a niche for Himachal agriculture and horticulture products by offering produce grown using…
New Delhi: The mutations of the Omicron variant might make it better at escaping antibodies, giving it an edge in viral replication. Scientists have yet to determine if this mutation affects the virus’s deadliness or how it spreads. The mutations may also give the new virus a longer list of symptoms than previous COVID-19 variants. Ultimately, it is unknown how this new version of COVID will affect human health. The rapid rise in cases of COVID has coincided with the detection of two new variants: Omicron and Delta. Some experts believe that Omicron will unseat Delta as the main COVID-19…
Mobile phones provide a convenient way to communicate, but their overuse is detrimental to our health. The radio waves transmitted by a mobile phone come from the base station, and they are harmful. The frequency of these waves is called radiofrequency. These waves do not break chemical bonds or ionize the human body. When a mobile phone is in use, it emits power. The best way to avoid exposure is to keep your phone away from you. The health experts recommend a distance of 20 centimeters or more from a cell-phone. The risk of exposure to mobile phone radiation is…
An antivirus program is one of the essential security tools you should install on your computer. It works by scanning your connected devices and Internet downloads to ensure that they are free of viruses and other malware. An infected computer can replicate itself and attack other computers. An antivirus prevents viruses from deleting important files, such as your photo album, from your hard drive. If you are worried about the cost of an antivirus program, it could only be a couple of rupees a year. Viruses can spread from network to network, so it’s crucial to protect your data from…
Shimla: Are you looking for a fantastic vacation destination, consider visiting the state of Himachal Pradesh. The state is a beautiful area of the Himalayas, home to mountain towns like Dalhousie and the Dalai Lama. The region has a strong Tibetan presence and is known for its many activities such as climbing, trekking, and skiing. Here are a few reasons to visit Himachal: spectacular natural scenery, Tibetan New Year celebrations, and excellent skiing areas. The majestic peaks and snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas are mesmerizing. You will be captivated by the exquisite Himalayan range and its surrounding landscape. The superb…
Shimla: The State Government would take steps to start the facility of providing artificial limbs in the IGMC Shimla for which adequate training would be provided to doctors and other staff so that needy in the State were not deprived of this facility. This was stated by the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while inaugurating a State Level artificial limb transplant camp organized by the State Social Justice and Empowerment Department with cooperation of Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti-Jaipur Foot here today for implantation of artificial limbs. Chief Minister said that Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti was rendering a great…
Guwahati: The Geneva-based Press Emblem Campaign (PEC) rewards senior journalist Nava Thakuria, a resident of northeast India, for his relentless initiatives to safeguard the rights of media persons in thesouth Asian country and also defending the press freedom in the region with an exemplary commitment.The Assam-based working journalist has been awarded on 30 November 2021 remotely as it was difficult for him to reach Geneva because of the Covid-19 restrictions. “It is the first time that the PEC rewards a journalist from India, the second most populous country of the world. India has a strong democracy and a vibrant press.…
Shimla: The present State Government was committed to make Himachal Pradesh a most favoured tourist destination of the country by strengthening tourism infrastructure and providing world class facilities to the tourists. This was stated by the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while participating in the Manali Tourism Conclave event of Zee Punjab Haryana Himachal held at Manali today. Chief Minister said that tourism industry was the most adversely affected sector during Corona pandemic. He said that the main aim of the government during the pandemic was survival of the industry and now focus was being laid on revival of the…