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Bhopal/Katni: An under-construction tunnel of the Bargi canal project caved in at Sleemanabad in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, trapping nine labourers, a senior official said on Saturday. #WATCH | Of the 9 labourers trapped, 5 have been rescued after an under-construction tunnel of the Bargi underground canal caved in at Sleemanabad in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh; 4 yet to be rescued. SDERF team at the spot: Administration pic.twitter.com/O0vLdYZj8B — ANI (@ANI) February 12, 2022 Among the trapped labourers, five have been safely rescued. The rescue operation is underway to find the remaining labourers with the help of a State Disaster Emergency Response Force (SDERF) team which arrived from Jabalpur, Katni collector Priyank M said. Madhya Pradesh Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Rajesh Rajora monitored the rescue operation from the state secretariat. The incident took place late in the evening, an official said. "All six labourers are alive and the SDERF tea

Kumbha Sankranti is observed on the day when the Sun is in the transit period from Makar Rashi (Capricorn) to Kumbh Rashi (Aquarius). The day marks the beginning of the eleventh month of the Hindu solar calendar. It is believed that the Sun transits from one zodiac to another, changing its position every month to complete the yearly cycle. Hence, the day for Kumbha Sankranti varies according to the Sun’s position. This year, the auspicious festival is being celebrated on 13 February, Sunday. Auspicious Timings for Kumbh Sankranti 2022 Sankranti Occasion – 03:32 AM Sunrise – 07:04 AM Sunset – 06:17 PM Punya Kaal Muhurta – 07:04 AM to 12:41 PM Maha Puya Kaal Muhurta – 07:04 AM to 08:56 AM Significance The festival of Kumbha Sankranti holds great importance among Hindus. Devotees pray for good health, knowledge and prosperity on this day. One of the world’s largest fair known as the Kumbha Mela is also held 4 times over 12 years to mark Kumbha Sankranti. Worshippers go to cities

The daily horoscope for you is here! Under Sunday’s skies, few zodiac signs will expand their business while others will enroll in new courses. For some, the day will be a hectic one either at home or work; and for a few it will be a restful day. Check the daily horoscope for 13 February here: Aries (21 March - 19 April):  Today, your performance will be appreciated at the workplace. For the whole day, luck will favour you. Harmony will increase in your marital relationship making your bond stronger. You might make new friends in personal as well as professional life. People associated with arts and sports might be honoured under Sunday’s skies. You will impress others with your eloquence and personality. Taurus (20 April - 20 May):  Your past experiences will benefit you today. Keep your morale high in face of adverse circumstances as it will make you confident. Distinguished people will support you, thus improving your reputation. There might be a wedding event in your family soon

Sarojini Naidu - one of the most important names in India's struggle for Independence - was a political activist and an acclaimed poet. She was named the 'Nightingale of India' or 'Bharat Kokila' by Mahatma Gandhi because of her poetic and lyrical genius. Naidu’s birth anniversary is celebrated as National Women's Day across the country. The day honours women and their contributions to the country's progress. This year, the nation celebrates 143 birth anniversary of the Nightingale of India on 13 February. Sarojini Naidu was born in a Bengali Brahmin family in Hyderabad on 13 February, 1879. She became involved in the Indian National Congress' struggle for the country's independence from colonial rule. A believer in Satyagraha, the fearless political activist was a firm follower of Mahatma Gandhi and his idea of swaraj. In 1930, Naidu was arrested alongside other Congress leaders Jawaharlal Nehru, Mahatma Gandhi and Madan Mohan Malaviya for partic

Pradosh Vrat, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, falls twice every month. The auspicious occasion is observed on the Trayodashi tithi or the 13th day of the Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha of every month, as per the Hindu calendar. In February, the first Pradosh Vrat falls on Monday, 14 February. As the auspicious occasion falls on a Monday, it will also be called Soma Pradosha. Devotees keep a day-long fast in honour of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day. Date and timings: The Trayodashi tithi will begin from 6:42 pm on 13 February and continue till 8:28 pm on 14 February, as per the Drik Panchang. The mahurat for Soma Pradosha puja falls from 6:10 pm to 8:28 pm on 14 February. Pradosh Vrat begins after sunset, so all rituals are held in the evening. Rituals: On the day of Pradosh Vrat, devotees place a kalash (a pot made from clay or metal) in front of the images of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. The kalash is filled with flowers and Gangajal before being k

Aroosa Parvaiz, who topped the Class 12 board exams in Kashmir, became a target of online trolling for not wearing a 'hijab' and also received death threats. Reacting to the trolls, the topper said "don't need to wear a hijab to prove myself a good Muslim." "Wearing or not wearing hijab doesn't define one’s belief in their religion. Maybe, I love Allah more than they (trolls) do. I'm a Muslim by heart not by hijab," said Parvaiz. Today DC Srinagar @AsadamAijaz felicitated Aroosa Parvaiz of Srinagar who bagged first position in Science stream in recently declared results of 12th class Board examination by securing 499 (99.80%) marks. She wants to pursue career in Nuclear Science after engineering from IIT. pic.twitter.com/V3m0IKMh6z — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) February 12, 2022 She further said that the vicious online attack has unsettled her family. "These comments do not matter to me, but my parents are undergoing trauma&q

Ministers, politicians and industry leaders paid tributes to eminent industrialist and former chairman of the Bajaj group Rahul Bajaj, who passed away on Saturday due to illness in Pune. Condoling the death of the veteran industrialist, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on Twitter, "Rahul Bajaj Ji will be remembered for his noteworthy contributions to the world of commerce and industry. Beyond business, he was passionate about community service and was a great conversationalist. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti." Shri Rahul Bajaj Ji will be remembered for his noteworthy contributions to the world of commerce and industry. Beyond business, he was passionate about community service and was a great conversationalist. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2022 Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman also paid her homage to Bajaj for putting Indian industry on

As the month of love is here, people around the world are looking forward to spending some quality time with their significant other. Valentine’s Week is not just about romantic dates, gifts and hugs, it’s also about the love and trust in a romantic relationship. This week-long festivities begin from 7 February and end on 14 February. Before Valentine's Day, couples in love celebrate Rose Day (7 February), Propose Day (8 February), Chocolate Day (9 February), Teddy Day (10 February), Promise Day (11 February), Hug Day (12 February) and Kiss Day (13 February). Moreover, each day has its own significance and Kiss Day is the one of the most special occasions of the whole week. This day is celebrated just before Valentine's Day and couples showcase their affection by kissing their beloved. Additionally, as the week is all about expressing affection, a kiss is one of the best ways to show your love. Those in romantic relationships should know that Kiss Day is not just about shari

Every year, the country marks National Productivity Day on 12 February. The day is part of the National Productivity Week, which is observed from 12 to 18 February by the National Productivity Council (NPC). According to the National Productivity Council, the purpose of the day is to “encourage implementation of productivity tools and techniques with contemporary relevant themes.” National Productivity Day also aims to highlight what more could be done to increase efficiency in India's productivity and create a more inclusive and sustainable model of socioeconomic development What is the National Productivity Council? The National Productivity Council was formed in 1958 as an autonomous body, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Since then, the council has focused on promoting productivity levels in the country, with the aim of enhancing the performance and competitiveness of the Indian economy. Some of the

Valentine’s Week is here, and people are celebrating each day with great zeal and lots of love. Everybody is eagerly waiting for 14 February to celebrate Valentine’s Day, but the days preceding it also hold special significance for couples Valentine’s Week starts with simple gifts and gestures on the occasion of Rose Day and Chocolate Day and moves towards occasions that allow you to express your love openly such as Kiss Day. One of the most interesting days of the love week, Kiss Day is celebrated just before Valentine's Day and on this day, couples seal their love for each other with a kiss. Kiss Day is quite popular among new lovebirds and young people, but it is also celebrated with great enthusiasm by couples who wish to rekindle their romance. Valentine's Week is all about expressing your feelings in front of your significant other, and the one of the best ways to do so is with a kiss. Here are some wishes, quotes, and messages for you to share with your partner on Ki

Many Western and Oriental countries had announced their diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Winter Olympics from 6 December 2021 onwards and India was the last country to do so a day before the opening ceremony. India’s decision was not related to the decision of the United States, Canada, European countries or Indo-Pacific countries, such as Japan, Australia and New Zealand. No single country provided the leadership and coordinated an international boycott of the Beijing Olympics. It is understood, however, that some countries’ decision was inspired or encouraged by the decision of the Biden Administration to send a message to China and sensitise the international community about the flagrant violation of human rights by China in Xinjiang, Hong Kong and elsewhere. The issue was not just the violation of civil rights of people but the alleged genocide of Uyghur minorities by the Chinese government. Some countries took the decision on a diplomatic boycott on the ground of the prevailin

For the second time in a row, Sitharaman trooped in with a nifty tablet in hand to present the Union Budget. The world’s largest democracy going paperless in Parliament is the perfect representation of how deep the effects of digitiSation have percolated. Budget 2022 threw up a lot of buzzwords that technology lovers would appreciate. We got announcements on crypto and digital currency, drones and agritech, and an extended tax holiday for startups. All of it welcome moves. The bit that interested me the most, was when the FM talked of upskilling and educational initiatives. As an engineer and a CTO, I have frequently spoken about the need for a skill-first economy. Too often, in the developer world, have I seen good talent fall by the wayside when compared to a good ‘resume’. Traditional markers of aptitude, like academic pedigree and employment history, regularly elbow out skills. In the last two years, however, WFH and the globalization of our workforce have brought the importance

After months of speculation and waiting, the crypto ecosystem finally has a nod from the Government of India albeit in terms of a tax regime. The early investors are especially rejoicing after years of roller-coaster signals from various authorities in the country. India, now, is unlikely to get a ban on crypto and that is progressive for the nation. The announced tax regime legitimizes the virtual digital asset class (including crypto and NFTs) and paves the way for a formal umbrella of regulations going forward. While there is enough reason to celebrate as an ecosystem, we take the lens of a common investor to understand the implications. Taxation appears high The new tax regime does appear to be a strong whip on crypto trading. With crypto being accorded the highest tax slab for any asset class at 30 percent and the implementation of a 1 percent TDS on bigger trades, investors may feel the pinch if they react to certain market movements with additional trades. However, we do beli

The multiple Budget announcements pertaining to increase in capital expenditure on infrastructure as also incentives for the MSME sector, besides others, are likely to prove largely beneficial for the banking sector going forward. The significant increase in capital expenditure budget for FY2023 by 35.4 percent to Rs 7.5 trillion is expected to be spent across various infra sectors. This is expected to trigger a multiplier effect and improve the private sector investment appetite which currently is low. The banking sector will benefit, from increased infra spending as it has been witnessing single digit credit growth for past many years. The public sector banks (PSBs) typically constitute for almost two-third of the banking sector credit. However, headwinds during last few years had constrained their ability to supply credit. The situation turned around upon capital infusion of Rs. 3.36 trillion during last six years, leading to significant cleaning up of PSBs balance sheets and meas

The registration deadline to apply for Group A vacancies has been extended by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC). Candidates can apply for the posts using their GATE 2022 score till 21 February. Those who wish to apply and have not yet, can do so by visiting the official website of BARC at barconlineexam.in. Through this recruitment drive, BARC will fill up eligible Scientific Officers in the reputed organisation. Check how to apply for   BARC Recruitment through GATE 2022: Step 1: Go to the official website on barconlineexam.in Step 2: Search and click on the online link that is available on the home page. Step 3: Candidates need to enter their registration details and click on submit. Step 4: Then, they have to fill the application form and make the required payment. Step 5: Once this process is done, click on submit. Step 6: Download the confirmation page and take a hard copy of the same for additional use. According to the notification from BARC, the online examinati

Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC) is going to open its online application window for recruitment to Basic Teacher posts (Group-A Gazetted) from 17 February, 2022. Interested and eligible aspirants can apply through the official website - https://tpsc.tripura.gov.in . The online application process will end on 28 February, 2022 till 5.30 pm. TPSC recruitment 2022: Here’s how to apply Go to the official website of TPSC- https://tpsc.tripura.gov.in Click on the online application section available on the homepage Then click on Basic Teacher post (when activated) Fill the TPSC recruitment 2022 application form and pay the fee to complete the process Download the TPSC recruitment 2022application form and take a printout for future need Candidates must note that they have to submit the application for the teacher posts through an online portal only. Any hard copy application will not be entertained by the Commission. Eligibility Criteria Age Limit: Upto 40 years of age as o

The practice of encounter killings continues in India and according to new data released by the government, a total of 655 encounters killings have taken place across the country in the last five years. Here’s a detailed look at the figures released by the Centre on this trend. Explaining encounter killings Before we delve into what the Centre had to say on this practice, let’s understand what exactly an encounter killing is. The term encounter killing is used in India since the late 20th century to describe alleged extrajudicial killings by police or armed forces almost invariably claimed to be in self-defence when they fell suspected gangsters or terrorists with bullets. Centre’s data on encounter killings According to the Union home ministry, in the period between 1 January, 2017 and 31 January, 2022, there have been a total of 655 such incidents. Chhattisgarh has reported the highest number of such cases with 191 cases during this period. It is important to note here that th

As Uttar Pradesh goes into the Assembly elections, with the first phase of polling getting over on 10 February, electoral speculations are on full swing. For a state like Uttar Pradesh there are several factors at play that would decide the poll outcome. And after going through each of these factors, it seems the BJP has an advantage over others despite anti-incumbency and farmers’ protests. Caste fault lines A lot has been said in recent times about the Brahmin-Rajput rivalry and Brahmins’ anger with the BJP. Shashikant Pandey, HoD, Political Science at the Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, however, feels that this perceived anger has been blown out of proportion. Gilles Verniers, associate professor, Political Science, Ashoka University, also shares the same view. While Pandey calls the perceived rivalry as a “rivalry within family” Verniers thinks it's “an inflated rivalry”. Be it the Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Nyas Parishad, the UP

The Election Commission announced on Thursday that the dates for the two-phase Assembly polls in Manipur have been rescheduled and will now be held on 28 February and 5 March. Earlier, the polls were to be held on 27 February and 3 March. Here’s why the poll body decided to change the dates and also previous instances when polling dates have been changed. Why the change? Officials from the Election Commission explained that the change in dates came after they visited Manipur on 7 and 8 February to review election preparedness. It was then that the suggestion was presented to them by the stakeholders. Sources, according to news agency PTI , said that one of the reasons for rescheduling the polls was a demand made by some Christian organisations not to hold elections on a Sunday. The previous date of 27 February — the announced date for phase one of the polls — is a Sunday when Christians go to church to offer prayers. Earlier, the All Manipur Christian Organisation had raised ob