Aadhar card-themed pandal in Jamshedpur specifies Lord Ganesha's address, date of birth

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], September 1: To commemorate the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, a pandal has been prepared in the shape of an Aadhaar card, identifying Lord Ganesha's address in Kailash and his date of birth during the 6th century.

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The Aadhar card contains a cut-out inside which an idol of the deity has been placed. On scanning the barcode present at its side, a Google link for Lord Ganesha images opens up on the screen.

The address mentioned on it is Shree Ganesh S/o Mahadev, Kailash Parvat, Top Floor, Near, Mansarover, Lake, Kailash Pincode- 000001 and the year of birth says 01/01/600CE.

This Ganesh pandal's organiser, Sarav Kumar, while speaking to ANI revealed that he got the idea of making this Aadhar card-themed pandal after visiting one in Kolkata, where a Facebook theme pandal had been made. He said, "One time when I was visiting Kolkata, there, I saw a Facebook pandal. Since I also do Ganesh pooja, it came to my mind that I too should do something unique. Hence, I got the idea of this Aadhar card pandal."

Kumar also aims to give an important message through his unique pandal. He is trying to convey that those who have not got their Aadhar cards made should get it done as soon as possible as it is an important document. He added, "When God can have an Aadhar card then maybe the people who haven't had theirs made might get inspired and follow suit." Several people were also spotted enjoying the unique themed Ganesh pandal and clicking photos and selfies with it. The Ganesh Chaturthi festival is celebrated annually with great enthusiasm in India and thousands of devotees throng temples and 'Ganeshotsav pandals' to offer prayers.

This auspicious ten-day celebration, which commenced yesterday, starts with Chaturthi Tithi and ends on Anantha Chaturdashi. Devotees of Lord Ganesh, the god of wisdom and good fortune, mark his birth during the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month.

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Photography Exhibition inaugurated at Lalit Kala Akademi on World Photography Day

Lalit Kala Akademi, on the occasion of World Photography Day, organised a “Photography Exhibition” in the galleries of Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi today as part of celebration of 75 years of Independence

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The exhibition was inaugurated by Eminent Photographer, Padma Shree, Shri Raghu Rai in the presence of Chairman of Lalit Kala Akademi Smt. Uma Nanduri.

The theme of the exhibition is Freedom Struggle sites of India, Forts, Mountain, Ancient temples & Heritage sites of India. A total of 1603 entries of 423 Artists were received from all over the country for photography exhibition. Out of those the jury selected 135 photographs for display in the exhibition.

Lalit Kala Akademi, is promoting & encouraging art & artists in the field of Painting, Graphic, Ceramic, Sculpture, Photography etc. for over last 7 decades. To celebrate the 75 years of Indian Independence, Akademi has organised various events and activities such as camps, exhibitions, lectures, workshops, seminars etc. under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.

Shri Raghu Rai on this occasion said that this exhibition came at a very good time when we are celebrating 75 years of Independence. He also praised the selection of photographs.

The exhibition will remain open till 28th August, 2022.

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Israeli President unveiled Hebrew translation of book 'Indians at Herod's Gate' on Independence Day

Tel Aviv [Israel], August 16: Israeli President Isaac Herzog unveiled the Hebrew translation of the book 'Indians at Herod's Gate' written by the former Ambassador of India to the US, UK and Israel Navtej Sarna on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of its independence on Monday.

The Indian Embassy in Israel hosted an event attended by several dignitaries, including Israeli political leaders, diplomats and business leaders. Both the Israeli President and current Ambassador Sanjeev Singla gave final strokes to a painting by artist Akanksha Rastogi, marking the completion of 75 years of Independence of India. "75 yrs of vibrant & multicultural democracy! On 75th anniversary of India's Independence, Embassy of India, Tel Aviv held a reception in Tel Aviv which was graced by the Israeli President - Isaac Herzog. During the celebrations, Israeli President - Isaac Herzog unveiled the Hebrew translation of the book 'Indians at Herod's Gate', written by Ambassador Navtej Sarna. Imparting the colour of friendship! President of Israel - Isaac Herzog & Ambassador Sanjeev Singla gave final strokes to a painting by artist Ms. Akanksha Rastogi, marking the completion of 75 yrs of Independence of India," the Indian Embassy said in on Facebook. According to the Israel Hayom newspaper, Indian Ambassador Singla in a speech noted that Herzog's father oversaw the transformation of relations between the two nations. "Today we are celebrating the 75th anniversary of India's independence and 30 years of full diplomatic relations between India and Israel. Mr. President, as we are aware, it was during the presidency of His Excellency Chaim Herzog that our bilateral diplomatic ties were upgraded to full ties," Singla said as quoted by Israel Hayom. He further touted India's longstanding embrace of its Jewish compatriots. "Indeed, the civilizational bonds between India and Israel, enrich our contemporary understanding of the relations. Down through the centuries, the Jewish community has thrived in India, in harmony with other communities. And it is rare in Jewish history, that you had a long continuous period where you thrived and freedom and equality as you did in India. And I must say that we India's are proud of that. For several decades, the Indian diaspora - it's a word we learn from you - in Israel has remained a positive and industrious force supporting Israel and connecting our two countries," Singla said, according to the Israeli publication.

Meanwhile, in his video message, Prime Minister Yair Lapid said, "India is a proud democracy rooted in deep history and tradition. It is also an innovation superpower changing the world for the better. That's why Israelis love India and the people. That's why tens of thousands of Israelis visit India each year." Lapid also noted that Israel "looks forward to the next 75 and beyond. We look forward to seeing the next chapter in India is a wonderful story unfold, and we're excited to be a part of the story as a partner, ally, and friend." External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday thanked Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid for sending greetings on India's 76th Independence Day. He also expressed confidence in the ambitious vision of the India-Israel partnership. "Thank you for your warm greetings on India's Independence Day, Prime Minister Yair Lapid. Confident that our countries will realize the ambitious vision of the #IndiaIsrael partnership," Jaishankar Tweeted today. India announced its recognition of Israel on September 17, 1950.

Soon thereafter, the Jewish Agency established an immigration office in Bombay. This was later converted into a Trade Office and subsequently a Consulate. Embassies were opened in 1992 when full diplomatic relations were established. Since the upgradation of relations in 1992, defence and agriculture formed the two main pillars of our bilateral engagement. In recent years, relations have seen rapid growth across a broad spectrum of areas and the future vision of the cooperation is of a strong hi-tech partnership as befits two knowledge economies.

India is the only country wherein Israel has the position of Water Attache to help share Israeli best practices and technologies for advancements in India's water management sector.

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