The seven books and eight Harry potter movies and its characters are loved by many. Be it Harry’s journey in defeating he-who-must-not-be-named or Mrs. Weasley’s motherly love, we cherished them all. But ever wondered what happend to these characters after the last movie/book? 22 years after the war, here are a few characters and what they’ve been up to.
Luna Lovegood Luna after the war travelled the world in search of magical creature where she met Rolf Scamander, the grandson of Newt Scamander.
2. Neville Longbottom Nevilles love for magical planets leads him to become a Herbology professor at Hogwarts. He marries Hannah Abbot another student at hogwarts. They both live at the Leaky Couldron pub which Abbot owns. Neville is the godfather of Harry and Ginny’s second child.
3.The weasley family By the end of the last movie and book we see that Ron is married to Hermione Granger. He becomes an Auror at the Ministry of Magic, but later quits to help out his brother George who after Freds death, opens a store called Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, a joke shop. Ron is the Godfather to Harry’s eldest son. Bill Weasley, the eldest of the weasley brothers works as a curse breaker. Charlie becomes the head of the Department of Magical. Ginny becomes a chaser for a Quidditch team.
4. Hermione Granger Hermione after the war goes on to take her N.E.W.T exams and works for the ministry of magic, in Department for Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures and Department Magical Law Enforcement. Later on becoming the Minister of Magic. After the Second wizarding war she finds her parents and returns their memories. She and Ron had three kids.
5. Draco Malfoy Malfoy marries Astoria Greengrass, also a Hogwarts student. He later on has a son called Scorpius Malfoy. Scorpius becomes close friends with Harry’s second son Albus.
6. Harry Potter Last but not the least, our protagonist, the boy who lived. Harry grows up to become an Auror, eventually the Head Auror. Marries Ginny, has two sons and a daughter. Harry is the godfather to Remus Lupin’s child. He ensure that Severus Snape’s portrait was hung in the headmasters office at Hogwarts.
These are just a few fictional characters but they definitely have a huge place in ours hearts!
IT IS 12:35 AM AND I HAVE JUST WINDED UP WITH THIS BOOK TITLED “MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS” , A DETECTIVE NOVEL. AN ANALYTICAL EXPIRIENCE IT WAS , FELT LIKE I AM THE ONLY ONE GETTING THE CASE SOLVED. A WONDERFUL NOVEL IT IS ! , AUTHORED BY AGATHA CHRISTIE. IT WAS MY FIRST NOVEL OF CHRISTIE AND IMPACT HAD BEEN GREAT , STILL THERE. BEFORE READING HER NOVELS , I ASKED ABOUT THE FEEDBACK FROM FEW PEOPLE , IT WAS BETWEEN OK AND NICE , SOME SAID “WASTE OF TIME ” . I WAS INCREDIBLY SHOCKED BY THE REVIEWS , AS , LISTEN THE ” BEST DETECTIVE ” NOVEL BY THE BEST WRITERS . I DECIDED NOT TO LISTEN OTHERS , BUT , TO TRUST MY HEART , HAVING FEELING FOR IT WHILE READING AND MY LIPS READING THE WORDS . I ORDERED IT .
WOAH ! WHAT AN EXCITING COVER ! THE BOOK HAS , IT ALEARDY SEND ME CHILLS , ONLY AND ONLY “GOOSEBUMPS” !.I EXAMINED THE BOOK FULLY FROM ITS COVER TO COLOR , FONT TO ITS THICKNESS , ITS FRAGNANCE ,YES! I AM A BOOKWORM . AFTER DOING MY USUAL RITUALS , WHEN I READ THE BLURB , INTRIGUED ME , IT SAYS :
“THE MURDERER IS WITH US – ON THE TRAIN NOW…”
JUST AFTER MIDNIGHT , THE FAMOUS ORIENT EXPRESS IS STOPPED IN ITS TRACKS BY A SNOWDRIFT .A PASSENGER LIES DEAD IN HIS COMPARTMENT , STABBED DOZEN TIMES HIS DOOR LOCKED FROM THE INSIDE .
ISOLATED BY THE STORM AND WITH A KILLER IN THEIR MOIST , DETECTIVE HERCULE POIROT MUST IDENTIFY THE PRIME SUSPECTS FROMA SCORNFUL AND IMPATIENT ARRAY OF PASSENGERS – BEFORE THE MURDERER DECIDES TO STRIKE AGAIN…
DOES N’T IT READ HORRIFYING? , IS N’T IT FILL YOUR HEART AND MIND WITH THRILL ? , WELL , MINE DID ! . IT IS WRITTEN IN THREE PARTS – PART 1 THE FACTS , PART 2 THE EVIDENCES , PART 3 HERCULE POIROT SITS BACK AND THINKS . IT IS AN EASY TO READ NOVEL BUT REQURES ALERTNESS AS A DETECTIVE ONE IT IS . THE NOVEL STARTS OFF WITH THE TAURAS EXPRESS , WHERE ALMOST ALL THE CHARACTERS ARE INTRODUCED . BUT , THE MAINS ARE HERCULE POIROT , MR BOC AND DR.CONSTANTINE , PRETTY DIFFRENT NAMES . THEY ARE THE MAIN CHARACTERS , THE INCIDENT OCCURRED ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS WHICH WAS CHANGED BY ALL THE PASSENGERS SAME IN TAURAS EXPRESS . EVERYTHING WAS PRE-PLANNED , MR RATCHET WHO WAS MUDERED , HAS MUDERED HIS DAUGHTERS , AND WHAT FASCINATING TO ME IS , EACH OF THE PERSON PRESENT ON THE TRAUN IS CONNECTED TO HIM EITHER WAYS , DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY. EVEN HIS SCRETARY IS SUSPECTED MR MAC QUEEN . AFTER MIDNIGHT , MR RATCHET WAS MURDERED AND STABBED TWELVE TIMES WITH FEW IMPRESSIONS WITNESSED AROUND HIS BODY . WHILE I READING IT , I FELT LIKE THE THREE MAINS ARE SURROUNDED BY THE MUDERERS , COULD N’T GUESS WHETHER ITS IS TRUE OR NOT . THE BLOODED KNIFE FOUND IN THE BAG OF MRS HUBBARD AND SCARLET GOWN IN THE LUGGAGE OF POIROT HIMSELF WHO IS HANDLING THE CASE . THEESE ALL ADD UP TO THE EVIDENCES , WHEN INQUIRING WITH THE PASSENGERS , POIROT CAME TO KNOW ABOUT THE SCARLET GOWN WORE BY A WOMAN NEAR MR RATCHET’S COMPARTMENT AND WOMANISH VOICE OF MEN , AS, POTRAYED BY THE PASSENGERS . THE MURDERER IS IN THE TRAIN NOW BUT IS HIDDEN FROM THEM SMARTLY .
WHAT YOU GUYS THINK ? WHO IS THE MURDERER ? , STAB TWELVE TIMES ! , CAN IT BE ONE OR MORE ? , DOES POIROT KILLED HIM? OR MRS HUBBARD ? , TO KNOW MORE WHAT THE PASSENGERS HAS TO TELL AND HOW THE CASE GOES AHEAD .
As everybody is eagerly waiting for some post-lockdown vacations, you too must be sighting for a cheap tropical vacation that offers golden sandy beaches, stunning outdoor destinations & the best sunny weather. So don’t you worry because here I’ve got you covered. Ranging from sunbathing on beaches to trekking amidst the tropical rainforest to experiencing a spiritual abode in temples. Here we have it all you want.
The following are the 5 best & budget-friendly destinations to travel nationally/internationally.
The capital city of the Andaman islands is home to thousands of species of aquatic life forms.
One can gaze at the serene azure blue water while basking under the sun at the breath-taking Corbyn Core Beach. Here you can find Jet ski’s, scuba diving, speed boat ride & even parasailing.
On the other hand, the iconic Cellular Jail homes the freedom fighter memorials. In the evening they hold the ‘light & sound show’ replicating days of hardships faced by the freedom fighters.
Samudrika Marine Museum is yet another getaway if you want to witness the history & anthropology of marine life. Nonetheless, it also showcases memoirs of 6 native tribes from Andaman.
Lastly, do not forget to visit the Munda Pahad, a trekking trail amidst the dense tropical forest. One can witness here, a spectacular view of the Indian Ocean & a beautiful sunset too.
Must Do’s:
South Asia’s only active Volcano – Barren
Enthralling pub – Alto Espirito
Foodophilic’s paradise & experience live music – Amaya
A trip to the Maldives is never complete without a visit to its pristine beaches overlooking the turquoise lagoons & stay at exotic hotels. Escape to a barefoot venture here as you dine with champagne, lobster & squids at amazingly affordable prices.
So here I bring you Vadhoo Beach also known as “sea of stars”. At night, you can stargaze & tantalize your senses with the glowing blue waves. Planktons exhibit bioluminescence, causing heaven to descend on earth. Diving & kayaking can be enjoyed here.
Sail to the Sunset point in traditional Dhoni cruise & also visit the submerged Whale submarine.
Manta Point is a treat to your senses. The visitors can swim with the Manta rays & whale sharks here. This plankton-rich protected marine environment maintains stability in the ecosystem.
Citing this as one of the topmost tourist holiday destinations in the world, it had to be one of my picks. Ever thought of a beach of pink color? For all the pinkoholics out there, this is your place. This exotic Pink Beach will surely blow your mind with its dreamy beauty. A secluded beach with pink-hued sand & rocky cliffs. Build your sandcastles & get some princess vibes.
For all nature lovers, who want a wild & raw taste of Bali, Sekumpal Waterfall is your way. A series of falls cascading like long misty veils over a lush green cliff. This incredible natural beauty mesmerizes the soul within.
For the shopping enthusiasts, Seminyak shopping alley is the way. Dear bargain seekers, here you can find stalls crammed with clothes, jewelry, sculptures & handicrafts.
Located along the southeast coast of Africa, in the Indian Ocean. Besides relaxing on the white soft sand beaches you can explore the colourful capital, hike waterfalls, do sunset yoga & munch some traditional street food while shopping in the busy market roads.
All the active window-shoppers out there, Le Caudan Waterfront is your escape. A shopping & entertainment complex with a wide array of shops, restaurants, craft markets & a marina. Here they also host regular live street performance.
Le Morne Brabant is the roughest & wildest mountains of the island. So if you are searching for some adventure, this is it! Hike to the summit lasts for 2-3hrs & on top, you can discover a breathtaking panoramic view & turquoise lagoons with a pinch of land.
The Chamarel Waterfall is a natural abode to the flora & fauna. Set against a scenic backdrop of tropical rainforest & mountains, it’s the highest waterfall in Mauritius.
Must Do’s:
Vibrant nightlife fun & extremely affordable beverages & meals –Banana Beach Club
Situated in the Pacific Ocean, Hawaii is the hub to some extravagant dining, nightlife & shopping. The spectacular beaches & lush green valleys offer endless outdoor activities like surfing, skydiving, zip-lining & paragliding.
Waikiki Bay is an artificial beach that encompasses some parks, lagoons & harbours. It offers sensational sights, charming, pocket- friendly accommodations & exquisite cuisine.
Diamond Head will surely amaze you. A volcanic tuff in Oahu takes about 1.1 km uphill hiking as you admire a scenic beauty passing by tunnels and climbing a fleet of stairs to the summit.
If you are a history buff, Tolani Palace is your place. A national historic landmark where one can absorb the opulence & grandeur of the Hawaiian royalty. So don’t forget to enjoy yourself in the ostentatious surrounding the palace.
Must Do’s:
Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center to watch some indigenous Hula dance.
Most destinations in the world can be explored within budget without sacrificing too much on comfort. So even if you are not a backpacker, you can take advantage of all these deals & save money. As it’s rightly said by someone “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.”
Now it’s your turn to choose your adventure & let the memories begin.
From the beginning of the year, the situation around the world is grave. The rise of the newly formed virus had made everyone to stay caution about every little thing. The behavior of population across the globe had changed in an instant. Major industries and firms had faced hard hit from this crisis and suffers a huge loss of turnover and profits. One such sector which is neglected completely altogether from the starting of lock down is travel and tourism. From the commencement of the pandemic had made many people to travel and reach their hometown safely, but lately this industry got completely shut, following a loss in transportation sector as well.
America’s travel industry is among the hardest hit. The U.S. travel associations projects a loss of 4.6 million jobs through May, a figure likely to increase. U.S. weekly jobless claims doubling in a week and by far the biggest spike in half a century. Tourism decline is a driving reason for job losses in states including Nevada, where Las Vegas casinos and jumbo hotels have gone dark.
To improve this situation and employment, the hotel chain has launched their project ‘We Care’ in South Asia which will focus on enhanced technology, sanitation and security efforts to fight the virus spread. “Social distancing will continue and hotels will have to gear up for the day to day operations. With corporate groups, for instance, it is expected that they will split it up into smaller regional events with 3-4 events spread out as opposed to larger events earlier. Self drive car rental company Zoom car has been focused on working with essential service providers in this time and predicts city-based travel to take off sooner. “There will certainly be a bias towards in-city trips compared to outstation ones. Also, we see a stronger focus on shorter term subscriptions. We expect 90% to be in-city rentals and 10% outstation during the post COVID time,” highlights Greg Moran, co-founder & CEO, Zoom car.
Recovery will happen, albeit at its own pace. And with travel taking its own course in a post lock down world, wanderlust will just have to take the road less traveled.
The pandemic of 1918 was known as the Spanish flu pandemic, an influenza pandemic caused by the H1N1 influenza A virus. Lasting from February 1918 and April 1920, killing more people than the World War I, at somewhere between 20 to 40 million people due to the lack of effective drug or vaccines. The flu was first observed in parts of Europe, the United States and parts of Asia and later spread to other parts of the world. In United States it was first seen in military personnel in 1918.
By 1918 the first world war was coming to an end and the allies were emerging victorious after US entered the war, due to this the early reports of the flu were kept minimal to maintain morale of the people. But newspapers felt free to report the effects of pandemic in Spain which made it seem like Spain especially was impacted badly by the virus, which gave it the name ‘Spanish flu’. Other influenza viruses were life threatening for the extremely young or the older population, but the Spanish flu resulted in higher mortality rate of young adults.
The first wave of the virus in 1918 was mild and the people infected by it showed common flu symptoms such as chills, fever and fatigue and recovered quite quickly, it was the second wave of the pandemic which proved to be deadly. During the second wave, which occurred in the later half of the same year and spread to Russia, Africa, all of North America, Brazil, China and Japan, people started to show symptoms such as skin turning blue and lungs filling with fluid which lead to a persons death within hours or a few days, the virus around this time was highly contagious and took many more lives. The third wave spread far and wide affecting even Australia, it was less severe than the second wave. The fourth wave occurred in 1920 in isolated regions further increasing the mortality rate.
The cause and origin of the Spanish flu is unknown. Some theories point to France, China, Britain, and United States from where the early cases were reported. Some believe that infected soldiers who came back home after the war spread the virus to different countries. By the summer of 1919, the pandemic came to an end in many places and the infected either died of developed immunity. Since 1918 there have been several other influenza breakouts but none as deadly.
Corona vaccine is being tested in the country and the world. Because cases of corona in the world are constantly increasing. However, it is a challenge to the government not only to corona but to whom to give corona vaccine first ? and how to distribute it?
In India, the corona vaccine may come early next year. According to Healthy Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan 25-30 crore people will be given corona vaccine by June – July of next year. The person will be linked to the Aadhaar card while giving veccine. For which there will be no Aadhar card, the government has not given any kind of information.Simultaneously, the government will use schools, panchayats, and anganwadis to distribute the vaccine and the state government will identify the places from where the vaccine will be given.
How will the covid app work?
While moving the veccine from one place to another, there is no change in the environment of the veccine so the covid app will be taken.
After giving the covid vaccine the person will be given a certificate. in which who, when, and where the vaccine is given will be given information which can be severely reduced in digi locker.
After their two decades of service, the renowned English film channel HBO which served as a gateway for Indians to Hollywood Movies, has discontinued its airing in India on 15th December 2020. WarnerMedia International has already announced that they will be shutting down HBO and WB movies in other South Asian countries including Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Maldives along with India by the end of the year 2020. This decision was taken as a result of the shifting market dynamics with the introduction of OTT streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, Netflix e.t.c. Even though there was an exponential growth in the number of viewers preferring to view contents in english, TV channels like HBO and WB were unable to capitalize on this, but to loose their grounds owing to the stringent competition from the on demand streaming platforms.
“After 20 years of successes for the HBO linear movie channel in South Asia and more than a decade with the WB linear movie channel, this was a difficult decision to make. The pay-TV industry landscape and the market dynamics have shifted dramatically, and the Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the need for further change,” said Siddharth Jain, senior vice president and managing director for WarnerMedia’s entertainment networks in South Asia.
WarnerMedia International is planning for a resurgence to the South Asian market through launching their own streaming service named HBO Max. But for the time being, they will be offering their content through Disney’s streaming platform. They have also declared that their entertainment organization will continue its broadcasting in popular kids channels like Cartoon Network, POGO e.t.c in the South Asian region. They are planning to invest more in this stream, with a focus on local animation production.
For Gen Z Indians, HBO has always been a part of their childhood. They were introduced to the world of Hollywood movies through the channel. Though the newly introduced OTT platforms provide great contents, for most of the Indians who grew up watching the likes of Harry Potter, Home Alone series, e.t.c, the shutdown of HBO will be considered as a great loss.
“Polo is not just a sport; it is a way of living.” The more you watch a game of polo the more you fall in love with the game which has given so much to the world than just entertainment and leisure time. The sport which comes with a great deal of history has played a role in the social structure of a society.
Polo was first played like a miniature battle back in the 6th century before spreading to different parts of the world. India first came to know about the game in the 13th century although the widespread expansion of polo was done by the British in the early 1600s. India’s first polo club – Calcutta polo club was formed in the early 1860s soon after the formation first European club in 1859.
Polo by this time had many changes about rules but the most significant change came during 1888 where a system of handicapping the players was devised to equalize the tournament. Sports in itself is a type of adventure. Everyone should prefer playing one or the other game regularly. Sports make us active and too makes us brave. Sports help to boost our energy on the regular basis, so playing different games or sports should be an important part as well as a permanent habit in our life.
Another remarkable achievement polo has is the introduction of women to the sport in the 20th century and occasionally a woman was also included as the fourth member.
Whenever a team sport happens, the spectators always have their views about how the team could have played since there can be many different types of tactics a team can apply to score the goal. Polo also gives immense joy to the spectators who discuss how tactfully a team outplayed the other. It gives so many moments to cherish throughout the game which is a major reason people have come to watch.
The game has given us some legendary players like Thomas Hitchcock and John Hay Whitney who were far too ahead of the time during their years of play. Yet there is another name which is a must to include – Sue Sally Hale, a legend who first played the sports disguising as a man for over 20 years before she became the first woman to be granted membership of United States Polo Association.
Beyond the basic rules and history, the sport kept itself updated throughout the social evolution globally.
Polo is a sport which has got my eyes every time I get an opportunity to watch. This game is as beautiful as it looks with some extraordinary plays and when those magnificent figures run you just cannot stop romanticizing it!
At the very outset, let me begin by stating that it is high time now and without wasting any more time, Centre must immediately swing into action and make necessary changes to ensure that those indulging in drunken driving are strictly punished and not let off on bail or freed after spending few months to 2 years in jail at the most. This I say because a very wrong message is going among drunken drivers that they can commit any crime they want, kill anyone whom they want by indulging in rash driving and after spending at the most 2 years in prison come out and again commit a crime and again be released and this process keeps continuing endlessly What utter nonsense is this?
When a person indulges in rash and negligent act which causes the death or injury of one, few or many innocents, do they not realize the gravity of the situation? Why should they be let off cheaply? Why should rash drivers be allowed to presume that they will come out easily after few months or at the most 2 years in prison even after grievously injuring or killing someone? Most recently, we saw how 15 labourers who were sleeping were crushed by a truck in Surat in Gujarat.
Why should they have the unfettered licence to be let off most lightly after killing anyone by indulging in road terrorism by driving most rashly and brazenly? Just because Section 304A of the IPC advocates leniency for them? Why are they released promptly on bail? What message are we sending to those rash and brazen drivers who have criminal bent of mind or who care a least for the lives of others? Are we not encouraging them to commit more crime and come off lightly to again commit another heinous crime? This is just not done!
I am not alone in feeling so. Many eminent jurists and senior lawyers have too felt the same way barring few exceptions. To top it all, now even the Supreme Court on March 30, 2015 noted with deep concern the serious menace posed by drunken driving and the large number of accident deaths in the country and very categorically asked the government to tighten a law used to charge errant drivers to ensure that the punishment had a deterrent effect.
Bluntly put: How long will Centre keep skipping this so sensitive issue which has the potential to either save or destroy so many lives of innocent hinging on Centre’s stand? How long will Centre keep renewing the licence to rash drivers to kill anyone by indulging in most brazen and rash driving and yet come out of jail in just few months or at the most after 2 years if the Judge does not extend any leniency? How long will Centre keep forwarding the absurd logic that rash drivers just don’t understand the serious consequences of driving rashly or killing anyone when they indulge in rash driving? All this nonsense must now stop immediately and I am happy to note that the Supreme Court too now feels much the same way.
While craving for my readers exclusive indulgence, let me point out here for their knowledge that drunk driving is usually charged under Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) as a rash and negligent act causing death and carries a maximum of two years in jail or fine or both. Section 304A of the IPC explicitly states that , “Whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.” It is not Sanjeev Sirohi or Dheeraj Kaushik alone who strongly feel that this Section allows offenders to escape after getting a very light punishment but even the Supreme Court which is the highest court of our nation which now strongly feels that the provision allows those charged under the act to get away with lenient sentences and this observation was made by it while delivering a landmark ruling on March 30, 2015.
Truth be told, it is most concerning to note that the Supreme Court itself observed that the law just did not have any deterrent effect as a two-year jail term for such acts was inadequate. Quoting Greek playwright Sophocles, the Apex Court said: “Laws can never be enforced unless fear supports them. Drunkenness contributes to careless driving where other people become their prey. The poor feel their lives are not safe, the pedestrians think of uncertainty and civilised persons drive in constant fear… about the obnoxious attitude of the people who project themselves as ‘larger than life’. In such circumstances, we are bound to observe that the lawmakers should scrutinise, re-look and re-visit the sentencing policy in Section 304A, IPC. We say so with immense anguish.”
Of course, these strong words used by Apex Court itself should be enough for Centre and our law makers to at least now wake up and promptly amend this Section 304A which is making a mockery of our legal system and is openly allowing offenders to break law with impunity and yet escape either with no punishment or very little punishment as discretion bomb vests in the hand of Judges to award or not award punishment as per their own discretion. But yes, they cannot under any circumstance award punishment exceeding 2 years even though rash and negligent driving may cause huge damage or claim the lives of many innocent people! This is most ridiculous and absurd!
Let me point out here for my esteemed readers benefit that this landmark ruling was made by a bench comprising Justices Dipak Misra and PC Pant who took a very dim view of the Punjab and Haryana High Court reducing the jail term awarded to a person in a case of rash driving to 24 days already spent in prison. This is not an isolated case. Such instances are galore where offenders escape with virtually no punishment or very light punishment.
This ludicrous mockery of law must end once and for all. There must be a minimum punishment of at least five years or ten years and maximum life term. In this case, an uncle-nephew duo was killed in 2007 while returning from a marriage party when a car coming at high speed from the opposite side driven on the wrong side by Saurabh Bakshi hit their vehicle.
The prosecution was able to prove in this case that the accused, a young person was driving rashly. The top court noted with anger that, “In this case, rash and negligent driving has been established. This court has been constantly noticing the increase in number of road accidents and has also noticed how the vehicle drivers have been totally rash and negligent. It seems to us driving in a drunken state, in a rash and negligent manner or driving with youthful adventurous enthusiasm as if there are no traffic rules or no discipline of law has come to the centre stage.”
Sentencing Bakshi to six months, the Supreme Court said the high court’s decision to release the driver after he had paid Rs 85,000 to the families of the dead would shatter the public’s faith in the judicial system. Justice Misra said that, “A man with the means has, in possibility, graduated himself to harbor the idea that he can escape from the substantive sentence by payment of compensation.”
A very wrong message goes out that if the offender is rich and affluent, he/she can escape punishment by paying cash to the affected family. This mockery of law must end and they must be made to serve a minimum term of few years so that they realize the gravity of the act done by them instead of taking law for granted! Supreme Court on being pained by the lenient jail terms awarded for causing death by rash and negligent driving requested Parliament to enhance the punishment by amending the existing provisions to put fear of law among those who drive as “emperors of roads”. It said : “There is a nonchalant attitude among drivers. They feel that they are the emperors of all they survey.” This has contributed to India’s dubious road accident record in a big way. The bench said result of this leniency and non-deterrent effect of law was there for everyone to see.
Let me point out here that Indian roads are among the most dangerous in the world – 17 people are killed in accidents in an hour and in 2019 India had topped the list among nations in road accidents death. Delhi tops the list of fatal accidents among Indian cities. To stop it or at least check it, it is imperative that the Section 304A which governs rash and negligent driving is now promptly made more stringent as the Apex Court has very rightly suggested and this should be done at the earliest. This I say so that potential offenders have a fear of law and realize that they cannot escape after paying heavily to the affected family and if they indulge in rash and negligent driving and kill someone, they will have to cool their heels for at least some years in jail and not few days or few months as we are seeing even in this landmark case where Apex Court too sentenced them to just 6 months which according to me is wholly inadequate and makes a mockery of our legal system!
This must end now! The earlier this is done, the better it shall be for lakhs of innocents who every year lose their live for no fault of theirs! For this to happen, it is Centre which has to act now and bring a suitable legislation in this regard and get it passed by Parliament after adequate serious debate and discussions! I hope Centre is listening!
Cochin International Airport, the largest and busiest airport in Kerala which handles about 10 million passenger movements in and out the state annually, is located at Nedumbassery in the outskirts of Cochin city. With the inauguration of a dedicated solar plant in 2015, Cochin International airport won the title of world’s first fully solar-powered airport. The CIAL solar power project comprises 92,150 solar panels laid across 94 acres, generating 100,000 units of electricity on a daily basis. The airport authority has been honoured with the Champion of Earth award by the United Nations in 2018 for their excellence in the large-scale introduction of sustainable energy sources.
On 17th January 2021, CIAL crossed yet another glorious milestone with the commission of one of the biggest floating solar power plants in Kerala. The cost-effective high-density polyethylene floats, using most modern French technology, are laid over two artificial lakes in the CIAL golf course. The floats consist of 1300 photovoltaic cells and have a capacity of 452 KWh helping the airport to produce around 1.60 lakh units of power a day as against its daily consumption stands around 1.30 lakh units, the authorities said.
CIAL sets an example of Total Sustainability Management by treating the sewage water for water harvesting in its golf course with the help of 12 artificial lakes. The water from these lakes was earlier used for irrigating the lawns but now with the installation of these floating solar panels, they have taken another step forward in sustainable and environment friendly resource management.
The Managing Director of CIAL, Mr V J Kurian said, “The pre-commissioning trials showed that these panels which cost around Rs 2 crore to the company are producing power with maximum output efficiency among the eight solar power plants installed by CIAL at various locations in the airport premises. CIAL has been reinventing itself since its formative days. One of our innovations which proved that relying upon green energy is possible even for the high energy consumers like an airport has won us the champions of the earth award instituted by the United Nations. We are committed to the protection of nature and trying our best to reduce carbon footprints.”
The installation of floating solar panels are usually very expensive when compared to the ground-mounted and rooftop ones. CIAL was able to overcome these limitations and bring down the cost using the novel technology as the French company CIEL TERRA provided technical assistance. The solar panels are also connected to the KSEB power grid which helps them to bank the excess energy produced.
Hindi Sahitya Ke Sarvabhaumik Prashn Adikal se Madhya Kal tak
Author
Dr Naveen Vadhwar
Edition
1
Volume
1
price
250
Year Of Allotment
2017
Book Version
PaperBack
Book Description
Hindi Sahitya Ke Sarvabhaumik Prashn Adikal se Madhya Kal tak. It is a collection of Hindi literature facts and figures from ancient time to medieval period
I am an MBA not from top B school BUT HOW TO GET PLACED LIKE B SCHOOL PASSOUT
Author
Rumesh Shankar M
Edition
1
Volume
1
price
250
Year Of Allotment
2017
Book Version
PaperBack
Book Description
There are many potential, passionate, energetic, and hard working fresh MBA pass-outs and MBA students who aspire to get placed like the students of top B-schools, but unfortunately they may not find the right guidance. This will help students in getting a good job.
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