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From the Daily Skeptic Chris Morrison Heavier and longer summer monsoon rains are said to be leading to an increase in child marriages in Pakistan, AFP reported. Human rights workers warn that such weddings are on the rise “due to climate-driven economic insecurity”. It's a great story because it raises a small hope that banning the use of hydrocarbons can help solve the problem of coercion and the abuse of underage women that has been prevalent in many cultures since ancient times. The truth is really sad. According to the World Bank's Climate Change Knowledge Portal, Pakistan's monsoon rainfall in…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 10:33 U.S. Standard TimeSecurity has been stepped up as pro-Khalistan groups plan to hold counter-rallies. (screenshot)Khalistanis clashed with celebrants at Toronto's India Day parade, tearing down Indian flags and shouting slogans. Tensions rise at Canada's biggest independence celebrationPro-Khalistan activists in Canada disrupted Toronto's India Day parade on Sunday, leading to tensions during Independence Day celebrations organized by the Indian diaspora.A video that went viral on social media, news18 It cannot be independently verified and captures the stand-off between pro-India and anti-India sides. According to reports, the parade held at Nathan Phillips Square on August 18…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 09:16 US Standard TimeNew York, United States of America (USA)The parade, organized by the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), also featured more than 40 floats. (screenshot)New York's India Day Parade features the grand Ram Mandir float and lively celebrations with patriotic music, cultural performances and more than 40 floatsOn August 18, thousands of people participated in the India Day Parade in New York City to celebrate India's independence through a vibrant display of culture and heritage.The floats in the procession depict the Rama temple in Ayodhya held in January this year. According to news agency…
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Last updated: August 19, 2024 08:21 UTCKolkata doctor rape and murder scene: Striking Delhi doctors will provide free outpatient services outside the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday even as they protest against the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. According to reports, AIIMS' residential medical institution said it will provide free elective outpatient services in at least 36 specialties outside Nirman Bhawan from 11 am. Hundreds of women took to the streets of Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal on Sunday night (August 18) in a…
Raksha Bandhan 2023: The auspicious time to tie Rakhi and perform the ceremony is August 19, 2024 from 1:30 pm to 9:19 pm.Happy Raksha Bandhan 2024: Rakhi is a time to celebrate brotherhood. Here are some heartfelt wishes, messages, images and greetings to share with your brothers and sisters on this special day.Raksha Bandhan brings joy and happiness. This year the festival will be celebrated today, Monday, August 19. In return, the brothers pledged to protect their sister for the rest of their lives. In addition to its cultural importance, this holiday brings a lot of joy, with sisters visiting…
Once hailed as the golden boy of renewable energy, the biofuel industry is facing a string of catastrophic failures that highlight its inherent inefficiencies and lack of economic viability. The dream of turning agricultural products into clean fuels has been dashed by the harsh realities of economics, technology and logistics. Despite ambitious promises from industry leaders and policymakers, biofuels companies have struggled to deliver on their promises, leading to a series of failures that highlight the industry's fundamental flaws. The biofuel industry: a failed experiment The concept of biofuels gained significant traction in the early 2000s as a potential solution…
Publisher: Essay VinodLast updated: August 19, 2024 06:30 US Standard TimeRaksha Bandhan 2024: The brothers and sisters have been eager for this day for months and are preparing for it in the best possible way. (Image source: Shutterstock) Happy Raksha Bandhan 2024: From choosing the best Rakhi to selecting their favorite sweets, siblings plan everything in advance to make each other’s day extra special.Happy Rakshasa Day 2024: The joyous celebration of Raksha Bandhan, which celebrates the bittersweet relationship between siblings, is coming soon. Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi is an auspicious Hindu festival that commemorates the unconditional bond between brothers and…
Publisher: Essay VinodLast updated: August 19, 2024 06:15 US Standard TimeCelebrate Raksha Bandhan 2024 in a thoughtful and creative way by letting brothers wish their sisters. (Image source: Shutterstock)Raksha Bandhan 2024: Check out unique ideas to express your love and appreciation for your sister beyond traditional greetings. Celebrate brotherhood in an unforgettable way!Raksha Bandhan is a time of joy and love that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. This day represents the unbreakable bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie rakhi (a sacred thread) around their brothers' wrists and apply tilak on their foreheads. They prayed…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 05:00 US Standard TimeRaksha Bandhan is being celebrated today. (Image source: Shutterstock)The Raksha Bandhan ceremony takes place between 1:30 and 9:08 pm. Meanwhile, the best time to tie rakhi is during Aparahna, which is expected to be done between 1:43 pm and 4:20 pm.AAJ KA PANCHANG, August 19, 2024: Drik Panchang said Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha and Pratipada Tithi of Krishna Paksha are scheduled to be held on Monday, August 19. Both Shukla Purnima and Krishna Pratipada are considered auspicious for important activities as they fall within the time frame of Shubh Muhurta.Twelve festivals…