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Know about the new CEO of Twitter - Parag Agrawal

Parag Agrawal ( An Indian-American executive ) named CEO of Twitter by the founder and stepping down CEO of Twitter Jack Dorsey. Parag is an IIT Bombay alumnus, studied Computer Science & Engineering. Parag later completed his PhD from Stanford University.  Parag Agrawal (CEO of Twitter) Parag joined Twitter in 2011 as a Distinguished Software Engineer and then promoted to Chief Technology Officer in 2017. As CTO parag was responsible for Twitter’s technical strategy and overseeing machine learning and AI across the consumer, revenue, and science teams. Parag finally replaced founder Jack Dorsey on 29th of November 2021 to become the new Chief Executive Officer of Twitter. Before Twitter Parag had also worked in Microsoft, Yahoo! and AT&T Labs. In December 2019, Parag was in charge of Project Bluesky, "an independent team of open source architects, engineers and designers to develop an open and decentralized standard for social media that would help better control abusive

Know about Forbes W-Power 2021 listed ASHA worker - Matilda Kullu

Matilda Kullu from Sundargarh district of Odisha is a Covid Warrior and one among the strong women personalities in the country who have featured in the Forbes India W-Power 2021 list. This W-Power 2021 list strives to feature women who have taken charge, coped with crises and scripted success. It is representative of women from diverse fields like business and science, entertainment to social impact and sports. ASHA worker Matilda Kullu Working as an Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) for Gargadbahal village in Baragaon tehsil of the district for the last 15 years, Kullu has been instrumental in bringing the healthcare system closer to the people. As reported by Forbes India, Kullu starts her day early in the morning by around 5A.M, finishing household chores, preparing lunch for the family of four, and feeding the cattle before hopping on to her cycle to start her day with door-to-door visits. It has never been an easy task for the 45-year-old who has faced many challenges such

Indian States & UTs with population under poverty

 Poorest to Richest states of India per Niti Aayog in terms of Population under Poverty - 2021 Bihar 51.91% Jharkhand 42.16% Uttar Pradesh 37.79% Madhya Pradesh 36.65% Meghalaya 32.67% Union Territories Dadra and Nagar Haveli 27.36% Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh 12.58% Daman & Diu 6.82% Chandigarh 5.97% Union Territories with lowest population under poverty Delhi 4.79% Andaman & Nicobar Islands 4.30% Lakshadweep 1.82% Puducherry 1.72% States with lowest population under poverty Punjab 5.59% Tamil Nadu 4.89% Sikkim 3.82% Goa 3.76% Kerala 0.71% States with highest malnourished population Bihar Jharkhand Madhya Pradesh Uttar Pradesh Chhattisgarh State performed worst when it comes with population deprived of maternal health, percentage of population deprived of years of schooling, school attendance and percentage of population deprived of cooking fuel and electricity. Bihar State performed worst in the child and adolescent mortalit

Know about Dakota fighter plane pilot and two term CM of Odisha - Biju Patnaik

Biju (Bijayananda) Patnaik  (5 March 1916 – 17 April 1997) is the only person in India on whose death his body was wrapped in the national flag of three countries. India, Russia and Indonesia. Biju Patnaik was an Indian politician, aviator and businessman. Biju Patnaik served twice as the Chief Minister of the State of Odisha. Biju Patnaik was a pilot and when the Soviet Union was in trouble during World War II, he bombed Hitler's forces by flying a fighter aircraft Dakota, which forced Hitler to retreat. The highest award was also given to him and he was granted honorary citizenship by the Soviet Union. When the Kavalis attacked Kashmir, it was Biju Patnaik who made several trips a day from Delhi to Srinagar on 27th Oct 1947 by flying a plane and transporting the soldiers to Srinagar.  Indonesia was once a colony of Dutch or Holland and the Dutch occupied a large area of Indonesia. Dutch soldiers kept the whole sea around Indonesia under their control and they did not let any Ind

Cleanest river in the world - Umngot river near Shillong, Meghalaya

The Ministry of Jal Shakti Gajendra Singh Shekhawat declares Umngot river around 100kms from Shillong in Meghalaya as The Cleanest River in The World. He also shared some beautiful images of the river along with a boat. The boat floating on the river but looking as if a boat is flying mid-air. Umngot flows in Mawlynnong village, close to India's border with Bangladesh, which is touted as "Asia's Cleanest Village". The river acts as a natural divide between Jaintia and Khasi hills, before finally flowing into Bangladesh.

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Discover Oia - Asia's Largest Pub and Restaurant in Bangalore!

Oia, the largest pub cum restaurant in Asia, has recently opened its doors in Bangalore. This new venue is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a great night out in the city. Here's a closer look at what Oia has to offer. Location and how to reach: Oia is on the Hennur Main Road, New Airport Rd, opposite Mantri Webcity, Visthar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560077 in Bangalore. Oia is easily accessible by car or public transport, and there's ample parking available nearby. You can also take a cab or book a ride through ride-hailing services like Uber or Ola. Sharing the Google Map location here: Oia Bangalore Menu options: Oia offers a menu that is sure to satisfy all cravings. They serve a variety of cuisines, including Indian, Asian, and European dishes. Some of their must-try dishes include the Mezze Platter, Butter Garlic Prawns, and the Cheese Fondue. They also have an impressive selection of drinks, including a wide range of beers, wines, cocktails, and mocktails. Oia

Know all about Chandrayaan 3 and the mission director S Mohana Kumar

Chandrayaan 3 was launched on July 14, 2023, at 2:35 pm IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, India. The spacecraft was successfully placed into a lunar orbit and is currently en route to the lunar south pole. The lander and rover are expected to land on the lunar surface on August 23, 2023. Chandrayaan 3 is a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan 2, which was launched in 2019. The mission's goal is to soft-land a rover on the lunar surface and conduct a series of scientific experiments. The rover will be equipped with a variety of instruments to study the composition of the lunar soil and the history of the moon. Chandrayaan 3 launch The launch of Chandrayaan 3 is a significant achievement for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is the first time that India will attempt to land a rover on the lunar surface. The success of the mission will be a major boost for India's space program and will help to further its position as a leading spa

Know about Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati

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Tally Solutions by S.S. Goenka and Bharat Goenka

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Know all about board game Ludo

Pachisi, Chausar, Chopad or popularly known as Ludo is an ancient Indian game, which per some historians Mughal Emperor Akbar was addicted to and used to play with real people instead of plastic buttons or plastic statue miniatures, the game has now become a strategy game and are taught at business schools. On August 29, 1891, Alfred Collier had applied for a patent in England, claiming that a board game, which he named Royal Ludo, was his invention. Since then the game became popular worldwide by the name we know today. Later on, the British Royal Navy converted it into a board game called ‘Uckers’. According to some historians this board game of Ludo or pachisi originates in India as far back as 3300 BC. The exact origins of this legendary game though seems uncertain, but some earliest proofs of this game comes from the historic Ellora Caves in Maharashtra, where the board game was depicted in the form illustrations on the wall. This seems to suggest that Ludo was an Indian creation.

Know about Saravanan Arul, owner of Saravana Selvarathinam Stores in India

Saravanan Arul is the owner of Saravana Selvarathinam Stores in India. He is the son of late business mogul Selvarathinam who was the founder of the Saravana Selvarathinam Stores and part of the largest family-run business retail chain in India. Saravanan Arul Saravanan Arul who controls different shops of Saravana Stores is now all set to make his entry into Tamil film industry, not as a producer but as an actor, infact as a hero. Saravana Arul who uses "Selvarathinam" logo for the stores under his control has appeared in several advertisements of his own shops. Saravanan Arul's Kollywood entry is almost confirmed and he is reportedly impressed by the story narrated by director duo, JD – Jerry (Joseph D Sami and Gerald) of Whistle and Ullaasam fame. The film will co-star Geethika Tiwary as the female lead, alongside Prabhu, Vivekh, Vijayakumar, Nasser, Thambi Ramiah, Kaali Venkat, Mayilsamy, Latha, Kovai Sarala and Devi Mahesh. The makers of the movie have set

Rampaluga Picnic Spot: A Hidden Gem in Jharsuguda

If you're looking for a place to relax and unwind, Rampaluga Picnic Spot is the perfect destination for you. Located just 10 km from Beheramal and 47 km from Jharsuguda town, this place is a hidden gem in the Jharsuguda district of Odisha¹.  The picnic spot has small islands inside the Mahanadi reservoir and tourists can enjoy boating around Rampaluga Island. The hills and sunrise at Rampaluga add to the beauty of this place. Tourists come here for picnics and boating during the winter season. A new park has been set up at the site to attract more tourists. The sound of nature is pure bliss here, don't forget to enjoy a soothing bath, and the boat ride. This place is under development and after development, the place will be one of the best places in the Jharsuguda district. So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and head over to Rampaluga Picnic Spot for an unforgettable experience!