Author: Sharad Natani
भारत में पेट्रोल-डीज़ल की बढ़ती कीमतें लंबे समय से आम आदमी की जेब पर बोझ डाल रही हैं। लेकिन असली तस्वीर और भी चौंकाने वाली है। तेल कंपनियों से ज़्यादा मुनाफा सरकारें कमा रही हैं। यही कारण है कि अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाज़ार में कच्चे तेल की कीमतें घटने के बावजूद भारत में पेट्रोल-डीज़ल की दरें शायद ही कम होती हैं। आर्थिक विशेषज्ञ सुजय के मुताबिक, “तेल कंपनियां उतना नहीं कमा रहीं, जितना केंद्र और राज्य सरकारें टैक्स के नाम पर कमा रही हैं।” आंकड़े बताते हैं कि केंद्र सरकार तेल क्षेत्र से होने वाली आय का लगभग 60% टैक्स से हासिल…
By law, only MBBS-qualified doctors are authorized to conduct post-mortem examinations in India. This safeguard exists to uphold scientific accuracy, protect the dignity of the deceased, and deliver justice to grieving families. Yet, behind the locked doors of mortuaries across the country, the reality is disturbingly different. The Silent Hands Behind the Scalpel Inside these mortuaries, it is often Dalit sanitation workers—with no medical training—who wield the scalpel. They cut open bodies, examine internal organs, and prepare the groundwork for official reports. The doctors, many times, arrive later only to glance through findings and sign their names. What is supposed…
Once unsafe and forgotten, Central Jail Road has now been reborn as Sangeet Maarg—a vibrant cultural corridor where music drifts through the air, trees line the pathways, and people gather in safety and joy. This transformation, led by IAS officer Pulkit Garg and the Varanasi Development Authority (VDA), has turned a neglected stretch into one of the city’s most inspiring urban makeovers. From Darkness to Harmony For years, Central Jail Road was little more than a functional passage. Poor lighting made it unsafe at night, unregulated vendors created chaos, and an open drain added to the neglect. Women, children, and…
In a landmark moment for India’s energy transition, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday inaugurated the country’s largest green hydrogen blending project in Gorakhpur. Developed by the Torrent Group, the facility is set to power households, vehicles, and industries with a cleaner, greener fuel mix—marking a bold step towards India’s net-zero ambitions. Key Highlights of the Project Annual Capacity: 72,000 tonnes of green hydrogen. Blending Innovation: Up to 2% green hydrogen mixed with natural gas. Distribution Reach: Existing pipelines to supply PNG for households, CNG for vehicles, and fuel for industries. Coverage: Torrent Gas already operates 32 CNG…
Weight loss journeys often begin with a focus on diet, and breakfast plays the most crucial role. However, in India, certain common morning food habits may unknowingly slow down your progress. Experts highlight the mistakes many commit while planning their “healthy” breakfasts. Skipping Breakfast in the Rush One of the biggest mistakes Indians make is skipping breakfast altogether, especially due to busy routines. Nutritionists warn that skipping this meal slows metabolism and increases mid-morning cravings, leading to overeating later in the day. Choosing Deep-Fried Foods Popular Indian breakfast items like poori-bhaji, kachori, paratha with excess ghee, and samosas are delicious…
In the heart of Chhattisgarh’s Katghora Forest Division, spread across more than 2 lakh hectares of lush greenery, an inspiring conservation story is unfolding. At its center stands 2016-batch Indian Forest Service officer Kumar Nishant, the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), whose innovative vision has transformed deadly human-elephant conflict into a model of peaceful coexistence. For decades, villages here lived under the constant shadow of elephant raids—damaged crops, destroyed homes, and tragic human and animal deaths. But today, things look different. Thanks to Mr. Nishant’s community-driven and technology-powered interventions, Katghora has recorded zero elephant fatalities in the past two years, with…