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Building Futures: Gujarat's New Initiative to Support Construction Workers with Affordable Housing

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has launched the 'Shramik Basera' initiative, aimed at providing temporary housing for around 15,000 construction workers at just Rs5 per day. The program begins with the construction of 17 such facilities across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara, and Rajkot. Patel inaugurated one of these shelters in Ahmedabad's Jagatpur area and used technology to commence the development of the remaining facilities from a distance. (Source: Google Images)  The CM kicked off a website for the Shramik Basera plan, as the statement mentioned. While speaking at the event, he said this plan will help around 15,000 construction workers once everything's set up. Over the next three years, they'll build more of these living centers all over Gujarat. This will be good for about 3 lakh construction workers and will cost Rs 1,500 crore, he added. A Way To Make Things Positive ~  The India Employment Report 2024, released by the Institute for Human Development and the International Labour Organisation on Tuesday, highlights improvements in the job market despite challenging economic conditions and the impact of COVID-19. After a decline from 2000 to 2019, recent years have seen positive changes in job market indicators, including the number of job seekers, employment rates, and those unable to find work. This initiative aims to enhance the lives of irregular workers and construction laborers by providing support in food, healthcare, housing, and financial assistance.

24 Jul 2024
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India Shines As Two Young Powerlifters Win 8 Gold Medals in New Zealand!

At the recently concluded  Commonwealth Powerlifting and Bench Press Championship held in New Zealand, two young powerlifters made India proud as they won four gold medals each. B Anil Kumar, a first-year MBA student, and Durga Prasad, a final-year BA student, won gold in the bench press, squat, deadlift, and overall championship in the 93 kg and 83 kg categories, respectively. They were euphoric about having represented India at an international event and emerging victorious. Anil, who comes from a farming family, never thought he would want to compete in powerlifting until his college lecturer encouraged him. Anil summarized his path by saying that the past four years had been incredibly challenging in terms of training and injury recovery. He didn't realize how impressive winning the medals in New Zealand was until he got home and was greeted with overwhelming support and encouragement, Anil added. Durga Prasad, on the other hand, always yearned to power lift after watching his uncle do it. At the age of 16, he began his training. He expressed his joy by revealing that compared to the joy of representing India among several foreign nations, the weight of the bars seemed insignificant. Though he had always wanted to be successful in the sport, he never imagined it to be that popular. “We fail frequently on this road, but it shouldn't deter us or have a detrimental effect on our willpower”, Prasad added. Anil and Prasad both intend to compete in the upcoming World Junior Powerlifting Championships. Dr. Lankapalli Bullayya College is assisting the two powerlifters by offering them free education up till they complete their post-graduation in celebration of their accomplishments.

12 Dec 2022
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World’s Largest Pump House in Telangana Successfully Commences Operations

It is a matter of pride for our country that Lakshmipur pump house, claimed to be the world's largest pump house successfully started operations on Monday. It is a key component of Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP). Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao will formally inaugurate this gigantic pump house on Wednesday. The pumping station will facilitate the live storage of water in reservoirs throughout the year in the Godavari river belt.  Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) KLIP is a multi-purpose irrigation project on the Godavari river in Kaleshwaram. It is the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation project. The Laximpur Underground Pumping Station (LUPS) is a major component of the irrigation project. It was unveiled by Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited (MEIL). The Laxmipur Pump House The colossal and extraordinary underground pump house is an ultra-mega project in the world, having 7 motors, each having a capacity of 139 megawatts. It is situated 470 feet below the ground with twin tunnels and the largest surge pools in the world. The gigantic motors which can lift three TMC (Thousand Million Cubic) water per day were developed indigenously with the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) technology.  On Sunday, the fifth machine in LUPS in Karimnagar district was switched on and the gush of water from the underground impressed the onlookers. The KLIP was formally inaugurated in June. When fully operational, the Rs 80,000 crore project will lift two thousand million cubics (TMC) feet of water per day to a height of half-a-kilometre. The project will facilitate the irrigation of 45 lakh acres for two crops in a year. It will the drinking water requirement of 70 per cent of the state and also cater to the needs of the industry.  Image Source: Sakshi

13 Aug 2019
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Supermom Bhavna Tokekar's Big Win

Recently, sprinter, Hima Das bagged four gold medals and made our country proud. While wrestler Vinesh Phogat gave a power-packed fight against her Russian opponent at the Yasar Dogu International and won gold. Now we have got another reason to be delighted. Meet Bhavna Tokekar who bagged four gold medals at the Open Asian Powerlifting Championship which was held in Russia. Bhavna achieved this commendable feat at the age of 47 and she was introduced to weight-lifting when she was 41. Bhavna is a mother of two teenagers and today she stands as an inspiration for all the mothers out there. Wife of an IAF fighter pilot, Bhavna learned about improving strength through weight training when the IAF bodybuilding team told her about the same. And that’s when she started her weight training journey. In a conversation with Hindustan Times, Bhavna spoke about the myths related to weight training as she said: “There are many myths surrounding bodybuilding, weight lifting and other strength sports, especially related to women like it is meant only for young people and that it makes the body bulky. I started training initially when I was 41, but I wanted to be sure of it since I didn’t want to injure myself or do the wrong technique since weight lifting is not popular here.” Bhavna’s laudable achievement tells us that each one of us has the ability to achieve our dreams. But for that our passion must stay intact. Age should never be the reason to hold back because it is nothing but just a number.

18 Jul 2019
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Star Citizens

Snatching Glory: Bindyarani Devi wins bronze in the women's 55kg division.

Headlines Speak: Bindyarani Devi, an Indian weightlifter, took home a bronze medal on Tuesday at the IWF World Cup 2024 in Phuket, Thailand. Bindyarani Devi made India proud by winning the bronze with a total lift of 196 kg (83 kg snatch + 113 kg clean and jerk) while competing in the non-Olympic women's 55 kg class. Her 203 kg attempt, which won her a silver medal in the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, fell short of her goal. With a lift of 234 kg (103 kg snatch + 131 kg clean and jerk), Kang Hyon Gyong of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea took home the gold medal in Phuket. Mihaela Cambei of Romania won silver, hitting a personal best of 201 kg (91 kg plus 110 kg). The 25-year-old Bindyarani had a poor attempt in the 83 kg snatch early in the evening, but she was successful on her second try. Her second effort to lift 86 kg was unsuccessful. The Indian weightlifter scored 110 kg and 113 kg in her first two attempts at the clean and jerk. Nevertheless, Bindyarani's last effort with a clean and jerk weight of 119 kg was not successful. Bindyarani Devi thus took home a silver in the clean-and-jerk division. The IWF World Cup, World Championships, and Continental Championships feature medals given out in each category for the clean and jerk, total lifts, and snatch events. In the women's 59kg Olympic Qualification Ranking, Bindyarani Devi is ranked 29th. A quota for Paris 2024 is awarded to the top 10 qualified lifters in each weight category according to the OQR. In the women's 49kg competition on Monday, Mirabai Chanu placed 12th in Phuket. She is now rated second overall, making it very likely that she will earn an Olympic quota for India in Paris in 2024. The IWF World Cup 2024 concluded on April 11 and just two Indians competed: Bindyarani Devi and Mirabai Chanu. Her Journey Till Now ~  Counting Medals Of Pure Hard Work and Ambition~  (Source: Google Images)  Bindyarani Devi, who was born in 1999, rose to popularity in the weightlifting world quite quickly. In December 2021, she won a gold medal in the clean and jerk section of the 55kg category at the World Championship. She defeated Tokyo Olympic Test event winner Ham Eun-ji en route to victory. Bindyarani trained in the same Sports Academy in Manipur as Chanu Saikhom Mirabai, the silver medallist from the Tokyo Olympics, and was inspired by her accomplishments. Sadly, though, the season came to an end when she lost to Adijat Olarinoye of Nigeria in the gold medal match at the Commonwealth Championships in Tashkent. This was a surprise setback, especially in light of her win in the same category at the 2019 Samoan competition. For a considerable amount of time, Bindyarani Devi had been a great fan of Mirabai Chanu, calling her "Mira di." Bindyarani praises Mirabai's vital assistance and credits her as a guiding factor throughout her career. Bindyarani thanked Mira di in a statement following her silver medal victory the previous year, stating, "Mira di has been very important to my success." She is always there to assist me with training and technique." Additionally, Bindyarani remembered a noteworthy action taken by Mirabai: "She also made sure I settled in easily when I was new to the camp." Di didn't hesitate to give me the lifting shoes even though she knew I didn't have the money to purchase them." Bindyarani stated, "She was always an inspiration and her down-to-earth behavior made me her bigger fan." Bindyarani went on to compliment Mirabai's humility. These remarks express how much Bindyarani admires and respects Mirabai Chanu. Takeaway ~ Power Of  Ambition:   Aspiring objectives point the way to greatness like beacons of light. Setting high standards for ourselves fuels a fire inside of us that drives us to go above our comfort zones and achieve seemingly unachievable feats. These objectives can unlock our potential, boost our drive, and provide us with a distinct sense of direction. Accept Stretch Goals: Ambitious objectives frequently force us to move outside of our comfort zones. By establishing stretch goals, we aim for results that are feasible but can seem a little bit out of reach. These objectives put pressure on us to change, learn new things, and unlock the potential we didn't know we had. Break It Down: Divide your lofty objective into more manageable, smaller chores to avoid feeling overwhelmed and to keep your concentration. Make a plan that will lead you through the journey, complete with milestones. since you reach each goal, acknowledge it, since this will increase your confidence and drive. Accept Failure as a Learning Opportunity: When pursuing large objectives, disappointments, and setbacks are unavoidable. But instead of seeing them as obstacles, see them as chances for development. Continue forward motion, modify your strategy, and accept lessons from your past errors. Recall that failure is only a step on the road to success rather than an indication of defeat. Develop a Growth mentality: A growth mentality is necessary to reach big objectives. Accept the idea that you can improve your skills with commitment and effort. See difficulties as teaching opportunities, persevere in the face of setbacks, and maintain your resilience even when things appear to be moving slowly. Having a growth mentality can help you get over obstacles and keep improving so you can keep going farther.              

12 Apr 2024
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From Motherhood to Medal Glory: Telangana Woman Balances Motherhood, Career, and Wins Powerlifting Bronze

In an inspiring feat of strength and determination, Parvathi Sriram, a resident of Telangana, has achieved success as a powerlifting medalist while juggling her roles as a mother and a full-time employee. With less than a year of professional training, she secured a bronze medal in the 69 kg Masters 1 category at the 2023 Asian Classic Powerlifting Championships held in Malaysia. Parvathi, 45, expressed her joy at competing alongside seasoned athletes and spirited newcomers from across Asia. Her journey to victory was tough but extremely enriching, driven by her passion for fitness and self-care. A former regional-level hockey player, Parvathi had always been involved in sports and developed a passion for cycling after becoming a mother. Following a brief hiatus due to an accident in 2015, Parvathi embraced yoga and gym workouts. Recognizing her potential for heavyweights, she decided to enter a powerlifting competition in February of the current year. With dedicated training and focus, she lifted 250 kg and won a gold medal at the state level championship in April, followed by a silver medal at the national level in July. Overcoming nerves and uncertainties, Parvathi represented her country at the international level in Malaysia. Despite her coach's absence, she maintained a positive mindset and gave her best performance. Balancing her demanding schedule as a full-time employee, a mother, and a powerlifter was physically tiring, but she persevered, showing up consistently to achieve magical results. Looking ahead, Parvathi plans to participate in the 2025 championships with renewed strength and energy. She also aims to start strength training sessions for young girls and women, dispelling the misconception that powerlifting makes women bulky. Parvathi's inspiring journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and determination in achieving one's goals.

22 Dec 2023
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Reshaping Destinies: Dr K Muthu Academy's Journey Towards Inclusive Education

Dr K Muthu Academy Charitable Trust in Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu, is making a significant impact in the lives of underprivileged students by providing them with free coaching and exam preparation.  The trust, established in 2019, is dedicated to empowering students from socially and economically weaker sections of society. It offers comprehensive training for competitive exams, including those conducted by the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission.  The academy's efforts have yielded remarkable results, with 28 students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds clearing their exams and securing jobs in the state government in 2023. What sets Dr K Muthu Academy Charitable Trust apart is its commitment to financial transparency and integrity. Unlike many other charitable organizations, the trust does not accept donations from external sources and does not maintain a separate bank account for its activities. All resources are directed solely towards the betterment of the beneficiaries. The founder and president of the trust, Ilamurugu Muthu, is a software engineer based in Bengaluru. Inspired by his father, Dr K Muthu, a respected teacher and social activist, Ilamurugu has dedicated himself to carrying forward his father's legacy. Recognizing the transformative power of government jobs, Ilamurugu believes that providing equal opportunities to economically disadvantaged youth not only improves their lives but also paves the way for a brighter future for their families and subsequent generations. Through the academy, Ilamurugu aims to break the barriers faced by underprivileged students, allowing them to excel in their chosen careers and contribute to a more inclusive and prosperous India.

17 Dec 2023
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Girl Power Personified: The Incredible Journey from a 5-Year-Old Beginner to Asia's Youngest Deadlifter

Arshia Goswami, a 8-year-old from Panchkula, Haryana, is rewriting the rules of what a child can achieve. A recent viral video showcasing her effortlessly lifting 60 kilograms of weights has left everyone awestruck and inspired. It's a powerful reminder that, indeed, 'age is just a number.' Arshia's remarkable journey into weightlifting began at the tender age of 5 when she joined her father, a fitness instructor, in his workouts. In just six months, she started lifting weights, setting her on a path of excellence. At the age of 6, she achieved a phenomenal feat by deadlifting 45 kilograms, earning her the title of India's youngest deadlifter. Deadlifting is a weight training exercise that involves lifting a loaded barbell or bar from the ground to the level of the hips with the torso perpendicular to the floor, and then lowering it back to the ground.  Arshia's dreams know no bounds as she aspires to represent India in the Olympics someday. To realize this dream, she trains rigorously, not only in weightlifting but also in Taekwondo and powerlifting. At just 8 years old, weighing 25 kilograms, Arshia deadlifts more than double her body weight, with her personal best of 60 kilograms setting an Asia record. She excels in various weightlifting techniques, from snatch lifts to clean-and-jerks, and considers weights her playthings. Her extraordinary journey has garnered significant attention on social media, amassing nearly four lakh followers and sponsorships from renowned fitness brands, MuscleBlaze and Jerai Fitness. Today, Arshia stands as a beacon of inspiration, displaying remarkable progress in her weightlifting endeavors. She's emerged victorious in district and state-level competitions, competing against children much older than her. While Arshia's competition may be limited in her age group, her Instagram fame opens doors to exciting opportunities, including a movie audition by Yash Raj Films and an invitation to 'India's Got Talent.' However, she doesn’t lose sight of her goal to participate in international competitions.

6 Sep 2023
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How an Enterprising Farmer Came Up With Innovative Solutions That Won Him the President’s Award

Necessity is the mother of invention, and that's what prompted Kadavendi Mahipal Chary, a 42-year-old farmer to come up with innovative solutions like mini-cultivator, mini-tractor, power weeders, and hydraulic lifts for farmers who couldn’t afford expensive equipment available in the market and so ended up doing back-breaking work on the field. Chary, who couldn’t complete his 10th board exams, worked as a bike mechanic. Later he returned to his village to work on his father’s 2-acre land. In those days he couldn’t afford laborers or cows to plough the land. With the knowledge he gained from repairing tractors he started designing the mini-cultivator for ploughing. Chary admits that his initial effort, which involved an auto-rickshaw motor, was unsuccessful. The mini-cultivator functioned after he modified a China-made engine that he had purchased in Hyderabad. After that, he started generating more, he claims. Buoyed by the positive response, Chary is currently producing cultivators by putting together engines from Kolhapur and materials and gears from Hyderabad. His company, Varun Engineering Works, employs 12 people, and they have so far sold about 4,000 cultivators. Chary states that with the machine, a farmer can typically till two to three acres of land in three hours using one liter of diesel. The equipment only costs Rs 50,000, whereas using cows would cost at least Rs 1 lakh and require upkeep. Apart from the cultivator, Chary has also developed a power weeder (20 units have been sold), a mini-truck attached to a trolley that can tow up to one ton, and a tractor hydraulic lift that can lift 500 kg. For his innovations, Chary received the President's Award in 2015 and the National Entrepreneurship Award in 2018  

26 Nov 2022
Star Citizens

Positive Reads

Unlocking the Secret of Elevator Holes: How These Tiny Features Keep You Safe and Comfortable During Your Ride

Have you ever seen the tiny holes in elevator doors and wondered why they are there?  The small holes in elevator doors are designed to improve air flow and prevent pressure changes inside the elevator car. This is particularly important in high-rise buildings, where elevators can travel long distances and experience significant changes in air pressure. The holes allow air to move freely between the inside and outside of the elevator car, equalizing the pressure and reducing the risk of discomfort or injury to passengers. It is noted that the holes also serve a practical purpose by preventing the formation of a vacuum inside the car, which could make it difficult or impossible to open the doors. By understanding the role of these tiny holes in improving air flow and preventing pressure changes, engineers and architects can make more informed decisions about elevator design and operation. While the holes in elevator doors may seem like a small and insignificant detail, they play an important role in ensuring the safety and comfort of elevator passengers. Many studies provide valuable insight into the design and operation of elevators, highlighting the importance of even the smallest details in ensuring safe and efficient transportation in high-rise buildings.

19 Apr 2023
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Global Inspirations

World’s First Lift Without Cables

Can you imagine a lift without ropes and pulleys? One of the world’s largest elevator companies is stepping up trials of the first system to operate without cables at a testing site in southwestern Germany. ThyssenKrupp AG's futuristic lift defies the conventional design of lifts that are attached to ropes and pulleys. The German engineering company is all set to be a step ahead of its rivals with the first commercial deployment of the maglev elevator called Multi planned for 2020 in a building in Berlin. Currently, it is ranked fourth in the world by sales after Otis, Kone Oyj and Schindler Holdings AG. While Kone is focusing on making cables lighter for ultra-tall buildings like Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower and Otis, owned by United Technologies Corp., has developed high-speed lifts, ThyssenKrupp's Multi elevator will be in a category of its own, technologically. According to ThyssenKrupp, the Multi will make ferrying people around buildings more efficient, unlike traditionally-designed systems. For instance, more than one of the elevator cabins can use the same shaft, zipping up and down and even moving horizontally to get out of the way of another cabin in its path. This flexibility could allow greater architectural leeway and ultimately change city skylines. The new elevators could run on the outside of buildings, or move sideways between parking lots and concierge desks.

24 Dec 2017
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