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  • LAUNCHING OF INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR AGROECOLOGY, NEW JERSEY, USA

    LAUNCHING OF INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR AGROECOLOGY, NEW JERSEY, USA

    ( Bengal Mirror, 12th November 2021 ) : Dayalbagh Radhasoami Satsang Association of North America (DRSANA), Columbia, Maryland, USA intends launching the International Centre for Agroecology (ICA) at Old Bridge, Pension Road, New Jersey, USA during February/ March 2022.
    The ICA would emerge as an International Centre for conducting Research and Development in the vast field of Agroecology. The ICA would host research scholars and scientists, practitioners and community leaders, thought leaders and administrators, and multinational and international organizations of repute from across the globe towards evolving prescriptions/norms for the contemporary and futuristic global challenges of inequitable food availability, resource-intensive agricultural systems, massive deforestation, water scarcities, biodiversity loss, soil depletion, to name a few.
    Radhasoami Satsang Sabha, Dayalbagh, Agra, co sponsor of the project hosted a Curtain-raiser programme on 11th November, 2021. A conference was held on the occasion and the theme was various facets of Agroecology in the context of the Global Economy.

    INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR AGROECOLOGY


    The conference focussed on evolving implementable recommendations for promoting employment, output and income for development of the rural sector in particular and nation as a whole. These are the thrust areas of Governments across the Globe. Themes of the conference are in line with contemporary international policies.

    The cardinal objectives of the Radhasoami Satsang are community working, selfless SEWA, SIMPLE LIVING and High Thinking. The members of the Satsang at Dayalbagh, Agra work on the farms, in the cottage industries and other multifarious productive activities. In the field of education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI), a Deemed University, is promoting higher education. All the agricultural output of the Radhasoami Satsang Sabha is shared among members at a subsidised cost. All this work is possible only under the Guidance of our Religious Head Prof. Prem Saran Satsangi Sahab.

  • Over 30.79 crore doses of Covid vaccine administered in country so far

    Over 30.79 crore doses of Covid vaccine administered in country so far

    Bengal Mirror, June 26,2021 : Over 30.79 crore doses of Covid vaccine administered in country so far – India has administered over 30 crore 79 lakh Covid vaccine doses to the beneficiaries so far. The Health and Family Welfare Ministry has said, over 60 lakh 73 thousand vaccine doses were administered to the beneficiaries within 24 hours.
    Covid Vaccine is a crucial pillar in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. Vaccine provides immunity from this disease. The vaccination drive has picked up pace with the availability of more vaccines and improvement in the vaccine supply chain. With the active support of States and Union Territories, the Central Government is continuously engaged in expanding the scope of nationwide Covid vaccination drive.

  • Disaster management Act 2005 : Provisions & Punishment | Explained

    Bengal Mirror, Sangram Singh, June,6,2021 : The Disaster Management Act, 2005 is in news these days yet again. The Act was enacted in the country on 26th December, 2005. It came into effect in the aftermath of the 2004 tsunami, when the country lost thousands of lives. It was passed by the government for efficient management of disasters, including preparation of mitigation strategies, capacity-building and related matters. Prime Minister Narendra Modi serves as the head of the National Disaster Management Authority, the nodal agency which holds the mandate to lay down policies for disaster management. With the western and eastern coasts of the country facing two major cyclonic storms over the last 10 days, PM Modi in his recent address of Mann KI Baat, had acknowledged the efforts of the rescue team which are part of the governing bodies established under the Disaster Management Act.

    Provisions of the Act

    The Act aims to manage disasters, including preparation of mitigation strategies, capacity-building and a lot more. The Act also designates the Ministry of Home Affairs as the nodal ministry responsible for looking after the overall national disaster management in the country. The Act also contains provisions for financial mechanisms including creation of funds for emergency response like the National Disaster Response Fund. Governing bodies that were established under the Act include – 1. The National Disaster Management Authority or NDMA: It is the nodal central body for disaster management coordination, with the Prime Minister as its Chairperson. It is responsible for framing the policies, plans and guidelines for disaster management to ensure an effective & strong response during any disaster. 2. Second is the National Executive Committee or NEC which assists NDMA & prepares National Disaster Management Plan for the whole country. 3. On the state and district level, we have SDMA & NDMA responsible for drawing the disaster plan for states & districts respectively. 4. Then, there is NDRF or National Disaster Response Force which directly responds to a threatening disasters and calamities. The NDRF has been playing a major role in rescuing people from disasters for years. –

    Punishment clause

    The DM Act immensely empowers the NDMA and the central government. So much so that regardless of any law in effect, the Central Govt can issue instructions to any authority anywhere in India to assist and contribute in disaster management. Failure to follow such directions leads to violation of the act. The Act comprises 79 sections and 11 chapters. And Chapter 10 of the Act deals with ‘Offences and Penalties’. Under Section 51, anyone refusing or failing to follow orders is liable for punishment with imprisonment up to one year, or fine, or both. Article 52 guarantees imprisonment for almost two years and a fine on any person making false claims to gain relief benefits. ​Article 54 enforces imprisonment of one year or a fine on anyone circulating false alarms about the severity of a disaster. These two articles of the act, i.e. Article 52 and 54 have gained importance in the recent times. This is because, lately, a lot of news and updates about COVID have been flooding social media platforms which fail to check the credibility of the news. –

    COVID-19 and the ambit of DM Act

    Though the Act came into effect 16 years ago, it got popular and made headlines with the onset of COVID-19 and PM Modi’s call for a nationwide lockdown last year in May 2020. The lockdown was imposed under the same Disaster Management Act, 2005. 

  • Nilon’s spice up its Pickle product portfolio with authentic Rajasthani variants Introduces three variants- Mango, Green Chilli and Mixed Pickle

    Nilon’s spice up its Pickle product portfolio with authentic Rajasthani variants Introduces three variants- Mango, Green Chilli and Mixed Pickle

    Bengal Mirror, Kolkata, 29th May 2021: Pickles have always been an essential part of Indian meals. Nilon’s the market leader in the pickle category expanded its portfolio with the latest range of Rajasthani Pickles- Mango, Green Chilli and Mixed Pickle variants.

    Nilon’s Pickles are curated with a delicious blend of spices, carefully selected fruits and vegetables pickled with the finest oils in the most hygienic conditions making it one of the most trusted brands in the Indian market. The latest addition to the kitty is Rajasthani Pickle variants which are made with freshly selected Rajapuri/Desi Variety Raw Mangoes, vegetables, special variety Chilies, finest oil and preserved in classic Indian spices lending a tangy and spicy taste to our meals. These finger-licking pickles will remind the consumer of “maa ke haath ka swad”.

    Talking about the consumption pattern, Rajheev Agarwal, Director and CEO, Nilon’s, said, “Pickle has always been an important food accompaniment with umpteen types and variations of pickles being prepared and consumed across the length and breadth of the country. They possess antioxidant properties and are an excellent source of prebiotics, offering a wide range of health benefits, such as improving digestion, supplying essential minerals and vitamins and reducing ulcers. Recommended by many renowned health experts and dieticians to make it as part of our daily diet; pickles have been part of our thousands of years of Indian Food Wisdom. The latest variants of Rajasthani Pickle from Nilon’s will be offering all these benefits/utilities and will surely tantalize your taste buds.”

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    The overall size of the pickle market in India is pegged close to 1500 cr and has been growing at 6-8% CAGR.

    Commenting on the Pickle category, Dipak Sanghvi, Managing Director, Nilon’s said, “We have seen a shift in consumption patterns. We witnessed a major change in the last few years with earlier pickles being considered as a side dish, it has now been integrated into the main menu in most households. Also, people being at home are experimenting more with their food and our objective is to address her needs. For us being the market leaders, we ensure the best quality ingredients and authentic traditional spice mixes are used along with following stringent standards of manufacturing for making our products. The consistent expansion of our portfolio and steady category growth stands testimony to the fact that we are one of the preferred brands for consumers. ”

    The Rajasthani Pickle variants are available in 225gm, 475gm, 800gm PET bottle packs and will be available across the length and breadth of the country in all general trade.

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  • PicsArt promotes ‘digital gulal’ aimed at a socially distanced Holi

    PicsArt promotes ‘digital gulal’ aimed at a socially distanced Holi

    All-in-one photo and video editing app launches a series of special stickers, replays and even a challenge this Holi to commemorate the festival of colors

    Bengal Mirror, Special Correspondent, Kolkata, 26th March, 2021: PicsArt, the world’s leading creative platform and social editing app, has released a series of special stickers ahead of Holi, the festival of colors, is a celebration filled with love, happiness, and most importantly, exploding pops of colors. With social distancing still in place, these stickers are aimed at helping people celebrate Holi like never before by splashing ‘digital gulal’ on each other via the sharing of stickers, thus making this year’s Holi truly one of a kind.

    “Holi is the festival of colors, joy and happiness. Since the pandemic is not yet over and staying home is the new normal, wishing our loved ones digitally on special occasions makes us feel closer to them,” said Ravish Jain, Country Head of PicsArt. “The special stickers, replays, masks, brushes by PicsArt will be a safe way to celebrate the spirit togetherness of Holi. Users can create their own colorful stickers to wish their loved ones a happy Holi and share the joy with them on this celebratory occasion.’’

    Google users can access a free 30-day trial of the Pics Art app for a limited time until March 29th by downloading the app from the Google Play store.

    How to Access Pics Art’s Special Holi Stickers:


    With PicsArt, you have all the inspiration you need to create colorful designs to celebrate Holi! Follow these simple steps to start your Holi design with PicsArt’s Mobile App. Check out PicsArt mobile app instead.

    Once you upload your image, you can play around with it in a number of ways in the photo editor. You may add text, such as “Happy Holi”, adjust the font size, select a stylish font type and colour accordingly. Add vibrant stickers by searching “Holi” in the Stickers search bar and add as many stickers as you like. There are an infinite number of things that you can do with PicsArt this Holi, including the Overlay feature under the Blend tool for really cool effects. Pro tip: You can try creating Replays for your audience using the ‘Holi’ special Replays to get more views and likes. For social media, you can try out the Fit tool to select your desired proportions. Once you are done, hit the Save button or Share to your social media or PicsArt profile. This Holi allow your creativity to burst with color and life!

    About Pics Art


    PicsArt is one of the world’s #1 creative platform and social editing app leading the visual storytelling revolution. It has been a top 20 most downloaded app for seven consecutive quarters. With more than 150 million monthly active creators, the PicsArt community creates, remixes and shares billions of images every month. The company has amassed one of the largest open-source collections of content in the world, including free-to-edit photos, stickers and more. PicsArt is available in 30 languages for free and as a subscription on iOS, Android and Windows devices. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Yerevan, Armenia; Moscow; New Delhi; Beijing; Tokyo; and Los Angeles, PicsArt is backed by Sequoia Capital, DCM Ventures, Insight Venture Partners, and Siguler Guff and Company. Download the app now or visit PicsArt.com, or PicsArt.com/press-kit for more information.

  • One day Cardiac Checkup camp for Ex-IISCO Burnpur Employees organized by IQ City Medical College Hospital, Durgapur

    One day Cardiac Checkup camp for Ex-IISCO Burnpur Employees organized by IQ City Medical College Hospital, Durgapur

    Bengal Mirror, Durgapur, March 19, 2021: TodayIQ City Medical College Hospital, Durgapur organized a One day Cardiac Checkup camp for Ex-IISCO Burnpur Employees.

    IQ City Medical College Hospital, Durgapur, is an integral part of IQ City Knowledge & Health Campus, and offers cutting-edge medical treatment facilities at affordable costs in a safe and comfortable environment.

    Senior Cardiac Consultant Dr. Kunal Sarkar of MEDICA Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata  and Dr. A.K.Das Consultant Physician of IQ City Medical College Hospital, Durgapur examined 125 Ex-IISCO Burnpur Employees.

    Senior Cardiac Consultant Dr. Kunal Sarkar said “Cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of mortality in India. The joint venture with IQ City Medical College Hospital and MEDICA Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata started on 11th November 2020 is a successful attempt which is helping us deliver some of the best cardiac care to the people of Durgapur and its surrounding areas.

    Gopal Krishna Dey, Hardip Singh, Namita Basak, Manoj Kr. Chattopadhay among the 125 Ex-IISCO Burnpur Employees said IQ City Medical College Hospital, Durgapur has given us every support as for the people of Durgapur and surrounding regions like Burnpur. We are confident that this service to mankind will be a resounding success.

    A cardiac free health and Cardiac check-up camp was organised today at the IQ City campus in which 125  Ex-IISCO Burnpur Employees were able to avail complimentary ECHO, ECG, RBS and BP tests along with general and Cardiac doctor consultancy   

    Ms Sudarshana Gangulee, the Director of Mani Group said “Our main purpose is to deliver the best healthcare service to the people of Durgapur and surrounding region like Burnpur  with the help of the world-class infrastructure and facilities at IQ City Hospital, along with the technical and medical expertise of MEDICA Hospital, Kolkata. Our medical team will help IQ City Hospital utilize its full potential in the field of Cardiac Sciences,” 

  • Amazon.in’s ‘Grand Gaming Days’ ends today


    • ‘Grand Gaming Days’ on Amazon.in is live until today, 24th February 2021
    • Customers can get up to 50% off on gaming laptops, gaming consoles and accessories, graphics cards, monitors & more
    • Additional exchange offers and more savings with convenient No-cost EMI options

    Bengal Mirror, Kolkata, February 24, 2021: Amazon.in announced ‘Grand Gaming Days’ for gaming enthusiasts bringing a host of offers and deals on gaming gadgets. Customers can get great offers and deals on gaming laptops, desktops & monitors, advanced headphones, gaming consoles, graphic cards, TVs from popular brands like Lenovo, Acer, ASUS, LG, HP, Sony, Dell, Corsair, Cosmic byte, JBL and more. The sale is live until today, 24th February 2021.

    Customers can get up to 30% off on Large screen TVs with high resolution, larger RAM and higher refresh rate which enables a better gaming experience. Additionally, they can also avail no-cost EMI and exchange offers with a price drop on select models.

    Here are some popular gaming products on Amazon.in with offers and deals from sellers.

    Gaming Laptops, Desktops and Monitors:
    • Acer Nitro 5 AN515-43 15.6-inch Gaming laptop: Immerse yourself in enhanced visual experience with Acer Nitro 5 AN515-43 Gaming Laptop powered by AMD Ryzen 5 3550H processor. This powerful gaming machine comes with Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 with 8GB of dedicated DDR4 RAM. Enjoy smooth multitasking and excellent performance with Acer CoolBoost technology and 1TB HDD hard disk along with WavesMaxxAudio and Acer TrueHarmony features. This gaming laptop is available for INR 57,540.

    • HP Omen 15.6-inch FHD Gaming Laptop: The OMEN 15 is a perfect companion for gaming. With a powerful AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660Ti DDR6 graphics cooled by OMEN Tempest Cooling, it makes you think how it all fits into such a tiny little package. With Omen command centre, B&O audio technology and 8GB DDR4 RAM, this gaming beast is available for INR 85,490.

    • MSI Bravo 15 FHD Gaming Laptop: Configured with AMD Ryzen 7 4800H Mobile Processors using the latest breakthrough 7nm technology and Radeon RX 5500M graphics, this MSI gaming laptop provides desktop-caliber performance in gaming laptops with immersive multimedia and gaming experience. AMD FreeSync Premium equips serious gamers with a fluid, tear-free gameplay experience at peak performance. MSI’s exclusive Dragon Center software helps you control and customize your MSI laptop the way you want. 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD contributes to maximum efficiency and performance. It is available for INR 83,990.

    • Lenovo Legion 5 Ryzen 7 15.6-inch FHD Gaming Laptop: This powerful gaming laptop comes with 4th Gen AMD Ryzen 7 4800H processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650Ti with 4GB GDDR6 dedicated graphics. Features like switchable thermal modes Coldfront 2.0 with dual channel thermal mechanism helps run even the longest gaming sessions without heating issues. Get it for a deal price at INR 82,490.

    • LG 24-inch Gaming Monitor: With Flicker-Free technology and a 75Hz refresh rate, this Ultra HD 4K monitor redefines the gaming visual experience. Features like dynamic action sync, black stabilizer and game mode delivers an outstanding picture clarity and gaming optimization. It is available for INR 9,199.

    • AOPEN Acer 27-inch Full HD Curve VA Panel Gaming Monitor (Black): AOPEN Acer 27-inch Full HD Curve VA Panel Gaming Monitor feature a cutting-edge gaming technology making your gaming experience smoother. HC1 series features rapid 144Hz refresh rate and fast response time, allowing you to defeat the enemy at the first moment, while the curve screen with Full HD resolution helps you detect all the details on screen. Get it for INR 14,399.

    Gaming desktops:
    • Lenovo IdeaCentre G5 Gaming Desktop: The IdeaCentre G5 Gaming desktop unleashes powerful performance via 10th Generation Intel Core i5 Processor for ultimate in-game domination. Push your system to the top of the rankings with 6 Cores and up to 4.3GHz maximum speed. Further, get the ultimate gaming experience with 8GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB HDD+256GB SSD and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 6GB GDDR6 graphics. Get this desktop for INR 62,990.

    • ASUS ROG Huracan G21CN Gaming Desktop: This gaming desktop from ASUS combines the raw power of 9th Gen Intel Core i5-9400F processor that clocks 2.9Ghz base speed, with Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 GDDR5 4GB VRAM. With metallic side panels and customizable RGB light effects by AuraSync, this desktop packs both performance as well as style. It is available for INR 60,990.

    Gaming accessories
    • JBL Quantum 300 Hybrid Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headset: Step up your game with superior audio. JBL Quantum 300 wired headset creates a new level of immersion thanks to JBL Quantum SOUND Signature and accurate audio positioning. JBL Quantum SURROUND generates a realistic soundscape that drops you in the middle of the action, gives you an edge, and maximizes your performance. Designed for durability, the lightweight headband and memory-foam ear cushions keep you comfortable. Get this amazing gaming headset for INR 4,699.

    • Cosmic Byte Black Eye Wired Mechanical Keyboard: The Black-Eye Gaming Keyboard from Cosmic Byte is the ideal Gaming Companion for any gamer worth their salt. A beautifully understated Aluminum Body forms the foundation of this mechanical gaming keyboard. A full-size, ergonomically designed Keypad of 104 mechanical keys with 13 RGB Back light Effects really set the Black-Eye Keyboard apart. The Cosmic Byte Black-Eye Keyboard also sports Injection Molded Double Shot keys with a massive 50 Million Keystroke Key-life. It is available for INR 3,599.

    • Razer DeathAdder Essential Gaming Mouse: Kickstart a proper gaming rig with the Razer DeathAdder Essential. The 6,400 DPI optical sensor enables fast and precise swipes for great control, while an ergonomic form allows for extended hours of gaming. The mouse also features 5 Hyperesponse buttons with up to 10 million clicks durability. Get it for INR 1,649.

    Gaming TVs:
    • Sanyo (43) Kaizen Series FHD Certified Android LED TV: Enjoy the best of Japanese technology with the latest Sanyo Kaizen Series which brings the world of entertainment straight to your TV. This Sanyo TV runs on Android and has all your favourite video streaming apps like Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Youtube, Zee5 and many more. With its Superbright panel and Dolby Audio you always get the perfect picture and crystal clear audio output. The ergonomic remote with dedicated Google Assistant button allows you to search for content by simply using your voice and asking the Sanyo Kaizen TV. It is available for INR 22,999.

    • Hisense (58) 4K UHD Smart Certified Android LED TV: This Hisense 4K LED TV powered by Dolby Vision and Dolby ATMOS provides you best TV viewing experience at your home. It provides Amazing picture quality thanks to technologies like Dolby Vision HDR, UHD AI Upscaler, Ultra Color Enhancer, HDR10+ decoding, HDR 10, HLG support. The audio is unlike any other TV with 30W powerful sound powered by Dolby Atmos for most immersive sound listening experience. It is available for INR 42,499.

    • Onida (43) Fire TV Edition FHD Smart LED TV: Access an ever-growing selection of streaming content from a vast catalog of movies and TV shows from Prime Video, Hotstar, Netflix, Zee5, Sony LIV, and more. Enjoy thousands of apps and Alexa skills. The 16W speaker output with Dolby and DTS TruSurround sound giving you a theatre-like Surround Sound Experience. It is available for INR 22,649.

    Gaming routers:
    • ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AC2900 Wifi Gaming Router: ROG GT-AC2900 comes with ASUS AiMesh feature that enables it to connect with compatible routers to form a mesh Wi-Fi system that provides seamless coverage to every corner of your home, letting you game anywhere and move around freely without Wi-Fi dropouts. MU-MIMO technology gives up to four compatible devices their own dedicated full-speed Wi-Fi connection, ensuring peak performance for multiple connected devices without slowing down the network. GT-AC2900 features AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro to defend your network from external attacks and threats by neutralizing them before they can reach your devices. This gaming router is available for INR 20,420.

    • Linksys Dual-Band E5600 Wifi Fast Router: The Linksys E5600 WiFi 5 router covers up to 1,000 square feet and handles up to 10+ devices at speeds up to 1.2 Gbps. This compact Dual-Band router lets you surf, stream, and game all at the same time to keep you connected to the things that matter most. With Parental Controls and separate Guest Access, your network will always remain safe and secure. It is available for INR 2,999.

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  • Tokyo Olympics 2021: Indian Athletes who have booked their tickets for the mega event and who all still fighting for the qualifications

    Tokyo Olympics 2021: Indian Athletes who have booked their tickets for the mega event and who all still fighting for the qualifications

    Bengal Mirror, Special Correspondent : The new countdown to the Tokyo Olympics has begun, with the International Olympic Committee officially confirming the dates of the grand event which will now take place from 23rd July to 8th August 2021.

    The Tokyo Olympics was originally scheduled for 24 July to 9 August 2020, before being postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The suspension of the event led to disappointment among sports fans around the globe, but now situations are getting better with major tournaments taking place.

    The Indian contingent is ready as they are under preparation and with less than 5 months in hand, many have to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Following players have booked tickets for the mega event in different disciplines.

    Tokyo Olympics

    Hockey

    The Indian women’s hockey team and Indian men’s team have qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games. The teams have started preparing for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics with the national camp resuming at the Sports Authority of India centre in Bengaluru. The camp will decide the final squads that will fly to Tokyo.

    Shooting

    Shooters are probably the brightest prospects for Tokyo as they have won 21 golds in four World Cups in 2019. The results have reflected in the qualifications as India has won a record 15 quota places in shooting for Tokyo 2020.

    Badminton

    Badminton has been the most successful discipline as India has won a medal in badminton at each of the last two Olympics. All eyes would be on Rio 2016 silver medallist PV Sindhu but she is yet to qualify for the Tokyo 2020.

    The spots for the Olympics will be allocated on the basis of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) rankings on April 29, 2021.

    Boxing

    Nine Indian boxers have qualified so far for the Tokyo Olympics which equal the previous best qualification cycle (2012). There could be more boxers as there is another qualification event yet to be held. The boxers who have qualified are, London 2012 bronze medallist Mary Kom, Simranjit Kaur in women’s 60kg category, Ashish Kumar in men’s 75kg category and six more.

    Wrestling

    Four Indian wrestlers have qualified so far for the Olympics which are Ravi Dahiya in men’s 57kg freestyle category, Bajrang Punia in men’s 65kg freestyle category, Deepak Punia in men’s 74kg freestyle category, and Vinesh Phogat in women’s 53kg freestyle category.

    Sakshi Malik, the bronze-medal winner from Rio along with two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar and 2015 World medallist Narsingh Yadav is still to qualify for Tokyo Olympics 2021.

    Track and field

    2018 Asian Games gold medallist Neeraj Chopra and Shivpal Singh in men’s javelin throw have qualified with KT Irfan in men’s 20 km race walking, Bhawna Jat in women’s 20 km race walking, Avinash Sable in men’s 3000m steeplechase, and 4x400m mixed relay team. Indian race walkers Sandeep Kumar, Rahul, and Priyanka Goswami have also qualified for the mega event.

    To the surprise, Hima Das, Dutee Chand, Tejinder Pal Singh Toor, and many others are still fighting for the qualification as the deadline for Olympic qualification is June 29, 2021.

  • PicsArt releases special stickers to celebrate India’s 72nd Republic Day

    PicsArt releases special stickers to celebrate India’s 72nd Republic Day

    Bengal Mirror Correspondent, Kolkata, 25th January, 2021: PicsArt, the world’s leading creative platform and social editing app, has introduced a range of special stickers to commemorate the Republic Day of India. The app which is also available in Bengali and Hindi, is currently offering these stickers, and can be downloaded from both the Apple and Google Play stores.

    PicsArt
    PicsArt stickers

    The 72nd (seventy-second) Republic Day on the 26th of January 2021 will be unique for India this year. As we fight a pandemic across the globe, and in India too, the nation still remains united in spirit,but with curtailed public gatherings on a day historically marked by celebrations across the country, people will rely on apps such as PicsArt to celebrate the day by staying connected digitally via social media.

    PicsArt users will be able to express themselves creatively and wish each other well on Republic Day by sharing customizable greeting messages. The platform’s special-themed Republic Day stickers give users limitless ways to add a personalised touch on a day in which every Indian takes pride showcasing their patriotism.

    “As Indians, Republic Day is perhaps one of the most important days – not just for those residing in India but for Indians globally. The love that PicsArt has received from its Indian users is unique, and our special sticker pack to mark Republic Day is a humble gesture to thank each one of them,” said Ravish Jain, Country Head of PicsArt India. “We are confident that millions of PicsArt users in India will unleash their creativity to celebrate this day like never before.”

    PicsArt, voted as the 18th (eighteenth) most popular app in the world by Sensor Tower, a market intelligence and insights provider for the global app economy, has remained a massively popular app in India. With more than 1B downloads to date, the all-in-one photo and video editing app offers a unique combination of creative tools, unlimited content and a thriving community of 150M monthly active creators.

    PicsArt has made a name for itself in the space by redefining the basic concept of the photo and video editing by focusing on the social editing experience. Many of its creators upload free-to-edit content, which is then used by other community members in their edits, or ‘remixes.’

    PicsArt is free to download

    The PicsArt is free to download for Apple, Android, and Windows and can also be accessed on the web. PicsArt Gold is available on a monthly or annual subscription basis for those wishing to enjoy premium editing. With PicsArt Gold, subscribers have access to millions of stickers, hundreds of fonts, frames and backgrounds, and an entire library of free-to-edit content and stock photography. PicsArt users can try a free 7-day trial to explore the premium perks included with PicsArt Gold.
    About PicsArt

    About PicsArt:

    PicsArt is one of the world’s #1 creative platform and social editing app leading the visual storytelling revolution. It has been a top 20 most downloaded app for seven consecutive quarters and the 18th most downloaded app in 2020. With more than 150 million monthly active creators, the PicsArt community creates, remixes and shares billions of images every month. The company has amassed one of the largest open-source collections of content in the world, including free-to-edit photos, stickers and more.

    PicsArt is available in 30 languages for free and as a subscription on iOS, Android and Windows devices. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Yerevan, Armenia; Moscow; New Delhi; Beijing; Tokyo; and Los Angeles, PicsArt is backed by Sequoia Capital, DCM Ventures, Insight Venture Partners, and Siguler Guff and Company. Download the app now or visit PicsArt.com, or PicsArt.com/press-kit for more information.

  • IPCL hosts it’s annual event MEDHA scholarship for Girl Child Education

    IPCL hosts it’s annual event MEDHA scholarship for Girl Child Education


    Bengal Mirror, Asansol, 15th January 2021    : On Friday afternoon, India Power Corporation Ltd (IPCL), hosted an event, where in 5 girls from class X, have been awarded the MEDHA SCHOLARSHIP.
    The felicitation event was graced by eminent guests – Ms Mahasweta Biswas, WBCS(Exe.), District Nodal Officer, Kanyashree & Rupashree Prakalpa, Govt of West Bengal, Office of the District Magistrate & Collector, Kanyapur, Asansol, Paschim Bardhaman and Swami Somatmananda Maharaj, Secretary, Ramkrishna Mission, Asansol, who appreciated the whole programme and encouraged the girls to do well in the coming future.


    This scholarship scheme was introduced last year as a CSR initiative undertaken to Empower the Girl Child. The event is planned under the company’s CSR activities wherein the main objective is to support the education of meritorious girl children belonging to economically challenged background. Poverty, social taboos and unavailability of exposure leads them to drop out from schools and bury their dreams and aspirations forever.

    Supporting girl child’s education is one of the noble causes which is in sync with our Prime Minister’s Initiative; Beti Bachao Beti Padhao. India Power Corporation Limited, would provide financial assistance to 5 meritorious and ambitious girls, of class X, hailing from economically challenged backgrounds, with a scholarship of Rs. 72,000 for two years (Classes XI and XII) that will take care of their basic educational costs i.e, tuition fee and Books required till Higher Secondary. This would be w.e.f. the beginning of her next academic session. However, the girls have been awarded the Scholarship certificates in formal function in SriHari Global school, on the 15th of January 2021.


    Mr. Somesh Dasgupta, Whole-time Director, IPCL said, “We believe in touching as many lives as possible through our various CSR activities. We hope to make a difference with our efforts which are in line with the Prime Minister’s Beti Bachao Beti Padhao yojna”, 

    Name of Students and their Schools

    1. Debarati Gorai
      PBGB Balika Bidyamandir , Ukhra
    2. Sadhana Sarkar
      Kulti Girls High School , Kulti
    3. Rani Chowdhury
      Basanti Devi Goenka Vidya Mandir, Raniganj
    4. Birajita Dey
      Gandhi Memorial Girls High School , Raniganj
      5 Liza Ray
      Burnpur Girls High School , Burnpur