Day: June 1, 2020

PDS system or DBT system:

PDS(Public distribution system) is India’s flagship food security programme which sells subsidised food grains, including wheat, rice and sugar, and kerosene through fair price shops in states and union territories. DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) is a scheme launched by Government of India to transfer the benefits and subsidies of various social welfare schemes directly in the bank account of the beneficiary. Both PDS system and DBT has benefits and suffers from some deficiencies. Now lets us see the merits and demerits of both the systems.

Merits of PDS:

  1. PDS provides food grains in a subsidized rate so this acts as a safeguard for beneficiaries against inflation and price fluctuation. In normal course the people will be forced to consume less of food and other items during inflationary situation affecting the productivity and efficiency of the household sector. The PDS system acts as a safeguard against such price fluctuations providing a cushion against decline in consumption.
  2. The farmers have the advantage of an assured demand for their produce since the government is procuring these produce for public distribution. Thus there is an assured market for the farmers produce.
  3. Under this mechanism there is an assured employment for workers, provides for the procurement of services by way of transporting the produce from procurement area to the point of distribution, and creating the necessary infrastructure in the form of the storage facilities, marketing centers and other associated services. This system is envisaged as a well fare system unlike a commercial attempt which is based on profit.

Demerits of PDS:

  1. The materials supplied under PDS are generally substandard and sometimes even not fit for human consumption.
  2. Materials supplied are under weighted and thus the consumers are cheated by providing reduced quantity of rice, sugar, wheat etc.
  3. The system involves large scale wastage of materials because of improper storage facilities. Lack of sheltered storage facilities leads to wastage of grains due to rain and other climatic conditions, rodents play a predominant role in the loss of grains, grains are infected by insects like cockroaches.
  4. Corruption in the procurement centers where factors like weight, the moisture content etc are conveniently ignored. This system happens to be unwieldy requiring a vast administrative work involving heavy expenditure to the Government and thus inherently an inefficient mechanism.
  5. Consumers have no choice in the purchase of food grains and other materials from PDS. They have to buy what is provided by the government.

Merits of DBT:

  1. Food grains provided in PDS are of low quality and only few food products are available in PDS shops. By direct cash transfer method beneficiaries can buy the food products of their choice in open market.
  2. PDS spends most of its revenues in holding and maintain the food grains; by adopting DBT system government can reduce the administrative cost.
  3. DBT will encourage more people to open bank accounts there by making proper monetary transaction without pilferage.
  4. Government can also make target specific approach under DBT.

Demerits of DBT:

  1. There is a chance that beneficiaries spend their money in unproductive way by way of gambling, drinking and other harmful ways, depriving the family members of their necessities and comforts. The general tendency of poor and uneducated is spending their income in irresponsible way affecting the general welfare of the family which is the co-principle of this system.
  2. India has a very weak banking infrastructure in rural areas. Not every rural household will have bank branches within 5km radius, so beneficiaries will face difficulty in accessing their cash benefits.
  3. Regular and assured marketing of their produce to the government agencies will become absent.           

Way forward:

                Government can introduce bar-coded ration cards for beneficiaries like done in Gujarat this will reduce duplicate ration cards.

                Periodic checking in procurement points and selling points should be done to reduce corruption and leakages.

                Government may establish more banking infrastructure facilities for rural people to inculcate banking habits to the rural household.

How To Permanently Stop Overthinking, Even If You’ve Tried Everything!

What’s holding you back from living a life you love?

Is that Overthinking?

You don’t know how to stop Overthinking. You think too much about every small problem until it become bigger and scarier than it is in actual. Thinking about things and situations is quite good but getting lost in thinking can actually kill your happiness. I know how it feels, I used to overthink a lot and it held me back in ways that were destructive. When you keep thinking and thinking about something you just need to ask yourself one thing: will it matter in next five years? Is it that important for me to think so much that I lose my happiness that I can enjoy now? Thinking about things 50 or 100 times won’t make a difference.

If I can quit Overthinking without any help from anyone so can you. Just you need to follow simple steps:

– Let go of past.

– Live in the moment.

– Control your emotions.

–  Focus on solution rather than crying over problem.

– Do whatever you like just to distract yourself into happiness.

– Meditate

– Be with positive people.

– Stop waiting for perfection

– Be grateful

– Stop crying over things

Remember you are only one who can help you to get out of trouble. If you don’t want a change, no one can help you.

Coronavirus or Covid-19

What is coronavirus? Coronavirus disease is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus, according to the world health organisation(WHO). The first case of coronavirus was discovered in November in the Wuhan city of China. Wuhan city is the central city of China. The first registered case of covid-19 in India was on 30th January 2020. As of 1st june 2020, the Ministry of Health and family welfare have confirmed a total of 190,535 cases, 91,819 recoveries(including 1 migration) and 5,394 deaths in India. India currently has the largest number of confirmed cases in Asia with number of confirmed cases breaching the 100,000 mark on 19th may,2020. According to the hindustan times, total number of covid-19 cases in the world are 6,200,204(confirmed cases), 3,066,570(active cases), 2,761,887(recovered), 371,747(deceased). 80% cases of covid-19 are from Europe and the United States. In terms of the number of confirmed coronavirus cases, the US, Brazil, Russia, Spain, and UK are the five most-affected countries.

What are the symptoms of coronavirus? Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headaches, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. How to avoid Covid-19? Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water, maintain at least 1 metre(3 feet) distance between yourself and others, avoid going to crowded places, avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth, make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene, stay home and self-isolated even with minor symptoms such as cough, headache, mild fever, until you recover, if you have a fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention, and lastly keep up to date on the latest information from trusted sources, such as WHO or your local and national health authorities.

To overcome this world pandemic, all the people in the world have to come together and fight with the virus together. All the people in the world should follow the instructions given by their respective government and should support the doctor’s, police, nurses, etc. for doing such a commendable job.

At last I only want to quote a famous saying by Mr. Shah Rukh Khan-“alone we fall, united we stand”

PM NARENDRA MODI MANN KI BAAT(31/5/2020)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Sunday through his Mann Ki Baat where he said that it’s going to be a long way in the fight against the coronavirus. He began with saying that the means of transport were suspended the last time he addressed. This time many areas are in operation along with Shramik Special trains, airflights, miniature industries which has lead to the gradual rise in the economy. Still no leniency has to given while following the protective measures.

With mutual contribution, we are able to fight against corona. If we compare with other countries, we’ve accomplished a lot. Inspite of having more challenges, we are able to fight corona better than other countries. We feel sorrow over the losses caused but we are successful in saving a lot due to the united power of the countrymen. Every individual is contributing to its best. This whole cause is people driven. The most important feature of the people which lead to moving ahead is ‘Seva Shakti’ or the power to help. In reality, in this pandemic we have shown that ‘SERVICE’ and ‘SACRIFICE’ are not only our ideals but also our ways of life. It is said that, ‘Seva Parmo dharma’ which means that there is pleasure and satisfaction in service. We have witnessed that one who is involved in service activities is free from depression and stress. Servicing others leads to Confidence and Positivity.

Our doctors, nurses, cleaners, workers, and media body are contributing their limitless efforts towards the pandemic. He quoted example of Mr. C Mohan of Tamil Nadu who runs a saloon in Madurai. He donated his 5 lacs of money for service which he has saved for his daughter’s education. Similarly, in Agartala, Gautam Das, a cart-puller, gave his savings to the needy by providing food. In Punjab, a differently-abled person, donated his amount to make masks. Mr. Narendra Modi appreciates such people. In this pandemic, people are innovating in the labs and small startups. Nasik’s Rajendra Yadav, a farmer has created a sanitizing machine using his tractor. Innovations are also seen in the field of education. The strong will power of the people is leading such innovations. This pandemic is long, we are inexperienced facing new challenges and problems. Yet the most affected are poor sections of the society. We can share their pain. The whole India is making efforts. Railway employees are also corona warriors as they strive hard to send the people to their locations.

This situation is also an opportunity to learn. The countrymen are making efforts to develop the eastern India. The Central Government is taking steps to look after the job opportunities in the villages. If the villages and small districts would have been self-dependent, then these problems would have been minimised. He quoted, ‘It’s human behaviour to move from darkness to light’. He is happy to see that being self-dependent is taken as a challenge. ‘Vocal for local’ is also being adopted widely. ‘Make in India’ should grow by individual efforts. We must minimise the use of outside commodity. In this pandemic, he has also talked to various foreign ministers. He got to know that they are also giving priority to ‘Yoga and Ayurveda’. In India too, people are getting themselves involved in doing yoga at home and learning about ayurveda. Yoga community, immunity and unity are beneficial for all. Yoga is important as corona affects the respiratory system. Ministry of AYUSH has started ‘MyLifeMyYoga’ which is a video blog competition where people can participate by posting a 3 minutes video of performing yoga asanas and sharing their experiences.

The fear of falling sick is the nightmare of the poor people. ‘Ayushman Bharat Yojana’ which started 1.5 yrs ago, has treated more than 1 crore people for free. If poor people would have spent money in their treatment then they would have been in loss. Portability has bound the country together. Any person of Bihar can avail the treatment in Karnataka too. Among the 1 crore people, 80 percent of them are the villagers. Some even had critical diseases and 70 percent underwent surgeries. He said that we must talk to the people being treated by Ayushman. People after treatment have become optimistic and motivated to fight the challenges of life. He has also appreciated the honest tax payers of the country.

He kept on mentioning about the super cyclone which has hit West Bengal and Orissa. Homes are destroyed. He even visited the place. India stands with them. The current locust attack reminds us that small creatures are also capable enough to destroy. People are innovating to fight against such critical situations. On 5th June, World Environment Day will be celebrated and the theme is Biodiversity. This theme is especially important in the present scenario. Since the last weeks, we have slowed down, but this has given us an opportunity to understand the rich biodiversity around us. People are able to hear chirps of many birds who were once considered lost in noise and pollution. We are getting news of animals walking freely. People are sharing photos that they can see mountains and wonder that whether they would continue to see such beauties of nature or not.

He concluded by saying that we can draw inspiration to coexist with nature by creating balance. We must conserve water through simple processes. We can save water in this rainy season. At individual level, we can take initiatives to plant trees and hence save nature. After such hardwork, we must keep fighting and don’t become negligent. It’s our duty to save every ones life. Take all the necessary precautions. At last he said that he would be meeting next month through ‘MANN KI BAAT’.

3 Things Nursing Students Can Do to Build Confidence

Here are three principles that I’ve used to help maintain my confidence and lift others up whenever I’ve struggled in nursing school.

Compare your confidence level now to what it was when you first started in your nursing program. Ask yourself, “Am I still as confident as I was on day one?” The answer I often hear from my classmates is “No.”
Nursing school can be daunting, and it’s easy to lose that confidence and drive that you started with on your first day. We’ve all been in situations where our confidence takes a blow. For example, maybe you’re terrified to talk in front of groups and now you have to teach your class a chapter from the textbook. If you’re like me, maybe you’ve never addressed a group before and the only thing you ever taught anyone is that time you taught your dog to sit.
As nursing students, we all have to perform tasks we are not comfortable with or have never done before. When you’re learning something new, it doesn’t always go as planned. During these times, you might start to doubt yourself and question your abilities as a future nurse.
Unfortunately, it happens to the best of us. Here are three principles that I’ve used to help maintain my confidence and lift others up whenever I’ve struggled in nursing school.

Surround yourself with positivity

Try to add positive people and eliminate the negative people from your life. I know it’s easier said than done, especially since some of those Negative Nancys are your relatives or significant others. You might have to have tough conversations with those people who you can’t just kick to the curb. You can limit the negativity in your life, but it’s up to you to start setting limits on those Debbie Downers. Surrounding yourself with positive people who lift you up instead of putting you down will inadvertently increase your confidence.

Compliment others

You’ll benefit from complimenting others and staying positive. I know you’re thinking, “How does this help me with confidence?” It feels great getting compliments, right? It can feel great to give them, too. Personally, I believe positivity is contagious and people pay it forward. By being positive and praising others, you’re creating a warm and inviting environment where others will gravitate to you. This will boost your confidence as well as that of the people around you.

Work on your weaknesses

The most important way you improve your confidence is to get better at the things that you struggle with most. Do whatever you’re not good at one hundred times. If you continually practice the skill that makes you feel the least confident, I guarantee you’ll slowly get better at it. Think about it like this: repetition is the stone that sharpens the skill. In this scenario, repetition is the stone and the skill is the knife. The more you rub the knife over the stone, the sharper the knife becomes. By practicing and honing your skills, you will gradually build confidence in yourself and your abilities.

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Misconceptions About Introverts

Just Because Introverts Are Quiet Doesn’t Mean They’re Shy

People sometimes make the mistake of  that just because a person is quiet, it also means the person is shy. It is important to realize that there is a big difference between introversion, shyness, and social anxiety.Introverted people are not necessarily apprehensive about talking to others, although some introverted people certainly do experience shyness or social anxiety.


Introverts tend to be more reserved and inward-turning.They like to get to know a person more before engaging in a lot of conversation.Introverts prefer to think before they speak. They typically don’t enjoy a lot of chit-chat or small talk.So, the next time you notice someone who is quiet and reserved, don’t assume that they are shy or afraid of talking to others.


Needing to Recharge Doesn’t Mean They’re Angry or Depressed

When an introvert feels overwhelmed by too much socializing, they often need a little quiet time and solitude to recharge. Unfortunately, people sometimes misinterpret this desire to be alone as a negative emotion, such as being angry, depressed, sullen, or anxious.If you are an introvert, you might recall being told by parents or other adults to “come out of your room and stop sulking,” when you were really just trying to have a little quiet time.Introverts might be surprised to find that other people interpret the need to be alone as rude or dismissive.


They Do Have Fun

Introverts are not party-poopers. While they might be quiet at a loud and crowded social gathering, it doesn’t mean they are not having fun.In many cases, the introverts in the room are content to sit back and observe, taking in all the interesting sights, sounds, and conversations. They are curious and want to learn more about the world and the people around them. While extroverts might accomplish this by asking questions and starting conversations, introverts prefer to listen and reflect.


They Aren’t Rude

Introverts can be quiet and reserved when you meet them, and it can be difficult to know what they’re thinking. This can cause others to perceive them as rude.Rather than interpreting this initial reserve as rudeness, it is important to understand that an introvert might simply need to get to know you better before they feel comfortable and willing to open up


Introverts Aren’t Weird

According to some estimates, as much as half of the population identifies themselves as introverted. Based on those figures alone, introversion certainly is not something weird, odd, or even eccentric. Introverts are sometimes unfairly pegged as strange.Introverts tend to follow their own interests rather than paying much attention to what is popular or trendy.

They Don’t Want to Be Alone All the Time

While introverts might need to have some time alone each day to gain back their energy, it certainly does not mean that they want to be alone all the time.3Introverts actually do like spending time with people they know well. It’s just that they periodically need quiet time to decompress and regain the energy they expend while socializing.


They Aren’t Agoraphobic

Just because introverts are quiet and enjoy periods of solitude does not mean that they have agoraphobia. Certainly, some individuals are both introverted and agoraphobic, but one is not an indicator of the other.Many introverts do describe themselves as “homebodies,” or people who enjoy hanging out at home and enjoying their family and hobbies. This does not mean that they are afraid of public spaces

Introverts Don’t Have Low Self Esteem

Another common misconception about introverts is that they are quiet and reserved because they have low self esteem or lack self-confidence.This can be particularly problematic for introverted kids who are constantly pushed into situations by adults who think that socializing is the way to “fix” kids the adults perceive as being shy and insecure. Kids who receive constant feedback from adults and peers that something is fundamentally wrong with their personality just might, however, start to question themselves as a result.


Introverts Don’t Hate People

People who are introverted are not misanthropic. In fact, introverts are typically very interested in people; they simply feel exhausted by lots of talking and socializing, particularly lots of what they perceive to be needless talking.Small talk is something that makes most introverts cringe. What they need is a reason to talk.Start an interesting conversation about something the introvert cares about and you just might find that they can be the most talkative person in the room.


Introverts Aren’t Broken and Don’t Need to Be Fixed

Introversion is often treated as something that needs to be overcome.Many introverts report that teachers and other adults often forced them into situations where they felt uncomfortable or overwhelmed—making a quiet student take over as the leader of a group, assigning a reserved child the lead role in the class play, and pairing quiet kids with the most extroverted kids in class for group assignments, for example.Such actions are often accompanied with one simple (but woefully misinformed) explanation: “You’re too quiet and getting you out there more will help you get over it!”But introversion isn’t something to “get over.” Extreme shyness and social anxiety are certainly problems that need to be addressed, particularly if they result in significant distress or impairment in daily life. But these things should be dealt with in a compassionate and professional way. Forcing a shy or anxious child into social situations where they feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable is not the most appropriate way to deal with it.Being quiet is not the same thing as being shy. Introverts don’t need to be broken down and remolded into extroverts.


Being Told “You’re Too Quiet” Is Insensitive and Rude

Introverts are not the only personality types that are misunderstood at times. Extroverts are often accused by those who don’t understand them as being loud and overly talkative.
For an introvert, constantly being told that “you’re quiet” is a lot like telling an extrovert that they “never shut up.” It’s unnecessarily rude and comes with the implication that there is something wrong with the individual.
Both personality types need to make an effort to understand those who differ from them. Introverts have their own needs and quirks, just as extroverts do.
Most importantly, not all introverts (or extroverts) are the same. Painting each personality type with broad strokes misses all the nuance and detail that make each person a unique individual. But learning more about how people with these personality types tend to think, act, and feel can certainly improve your understanding of people who are different from you.