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Election Commission of India Updates: BJP Surges Ahead in Haryana, Congress Faces Setback

In a stunning electoral twist, the BJP has surged ahead in Haryana, securing over 45 seats and marking a significant defeat for Congress, which had hoped for a majority. Interestingly, this election saw a voter turnout of 67.90%, with more than 1,000 candidates vying for the 90 assembly seats. How do you think this shift will impact the political landscape in Haryana? Share your thoughts!

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Sridhar Jammalamaladaka Unveils Tech Leaders Hub: Shaping the Future of Full Stack Development

Sridhar Jammalamaladaka, a seasoned software engineer with an M.Tech from IIIT Bangalore, has combined his technical expertise and passion for mentoring to launch Tech Leaders Hub, a coaching community dedicated to empowering early-stage IT professionals to become AI enabled full stack experts and leaders. Sridhar’s mission is clear: to empower developers to become unstoppable tech leaders, mastering the skills and leadership needed to innovate and thrive in the evolving AI revolution.

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A Twitter video shared by Anshuman on February 12 shows three Surat Municipal Corporation officials rescuing a crow and feeding water to the injured bird. They said, “We came to save a life and will continue doing so. Life is a life, no matter how big or small.” Netizens applauded this kind deed of humanity.
A Twitter video shared by North Central Railway on February 13 shows a glimpse of the intensive cleaning and washing of station premises at North Central Railway Prayagraj Junction. To maintain the momentum of cleanliness among stations, the railway department has urged travelers to keep the premises clean for a hygienic lifestyle and make use of garbage cans.
Urbanization and housing schemes to increase the human population are destroying the mangroves, as mangroves are drained, and land is cleared to make space for urban projects. Environmental degradation is growing due to mangrove destruction. Due to the destruction of mangrove forests, many people are losing their source of livelihood. The Sundarbans provide an effective flood and storm barrier for the millions who live in and around Kolkata and West Bengal.
To enhance their earning, tribals in Odisha have started vermiculture, a method of composting waste material through earthworms and other worm species. Women farmers have been able to earn well by adopting vermicompost farming. Vermicompost supplies essential plant nutrients to promote beneficial soil microbes and improve soil health, aiding in improved crop productivity and ensuring sustainability.
Join the kind community @efgorg IAS Officer Supriya Sahu flaunts her stylish upcycled bag made out of discarded DVD & Audio tapes. The bag is a creation of Ms. Jeong Lee, a fashion designer & founder of 'OK upcycling studio' at Auroville, Puducherry. She leads several fantastic initiatives to convert waste to wealth. We appreciate these meaningful initiatives as it clearly justifies, “Waste isn't waste until we waste it.”
A Twitter video shared by Rajesh Kumar Meher on February 12 shows clouds of smoke erupting from burning garbage in the Baijamunda chowk area of Sambalpur. Scrap dealers have been burning trash in the open, endangering the health of commuters and polluting the air. Open garbage burning poses health risks to those exposed directly to the smoke, and it mainly affects people with sensitive respiratory systems, children, and the elderly.
A Twitter video shared by Anuj Hanumat on February 12 shows the poor condition of Chitrakoot Dham’s Rukma to Bahilpurwa Link Road. Water-filled potholes cause inconvenience to commuters and hundreds of villagers. No development has been made even after several complaints.
Hatay Mayor Lutfu Savas conveyed that initial rescue missions suggest that the quake that struck Hatay claimed three lives and injured at least 200. The 6.4 magnitude earthquake comes two weeks after the deadly Turkey-Syria earthquake that killed over 47,000.
Global Investor Summit-2023, scheduled for February 10-12 in Lucknow, opened new doors for youngsters in the state by bringing in massive investment for various sectors. Vice Chancellor of Lucknow University and AKTU Prof. Alok Kumar Rai rode an energy-producing bicycle made by the students of the Innovation Hub.
A 6-year-old boy in Madhya Pradesh’s Singrauli district was seen pushing his sick father on a cart as he tried to take him to a nearby hospital. While he pushed it from one end, his mother helped by trying to pull it from the other side. According to NDTV, the family had dialed the government hospital for an ambulance. Still, when it didn’t arrive despite waiting for 20 minutes, the family decided to take the man to the hospital in a pushcart.
Malatya Hospital has taken a proactive approach to protecting its structure during earthquakes by implementing a base isolation system. The recently experienced M7.8 earthquake in Turkey showcased this technology's effectiveness as it absorbed the seismic energy. A base isolation system is a method of seismic protection where the structure (superstructure) is separated from the base (foundation or substructure). By separating the structure from its base, the amount of energy transferred to the superstructure during an earthquake is significantly reduced.
The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is developing a New Industrial Sector, Ecotech-10, at a project cost of approx ₹106 crores. Under the second industrial plot scheme, about 74.5 acres of land will be allotted through six plots of different square meters. Slated to be accomplished soon, various development works like internal road construction, drainage, sewer line works, etc., are at an advanced completion stage.
SDM and Tehsildar reached for a surprise inspection of a government school in Madhya Pradesh's Bhitarwar district. The officers proceeded to the classroom and questioned the students about their teachers. While sharing their ordeals, students stated that teachers come to school and teach while intoxicated and carry bottles of alcohol in bags. The children said that there are four teachers in the school, but only one of them teaches. Following the children's accusation, a departmental investigation was launched against the teachers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on February 13, inaugurated the 14th edition of Aero India, Asia's largest aero show, in Bengaluru. The theme of the 5-day Aero India 2023 show is "The Runway To A Billion Opportunities," focusing on displaying indigenous equipment and technologies and forging partnerships with foreign companies, thus taking forward the motive of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat.' With the Aero India 2023- "The Runway to a Billion Opportunities," India's defense sector and defense capabilities will get a boost as US, Russia, and Israel companies are expected to sign multiple MoUs on defense deals with India.
A young male Hyena who was rescued from a deadly foot trap has recovered at Pune-based RESQ Charitable Trust's Wildlife Unit and was released to its natural habitat. This Indian Striped Hyena recovered post-intensive care @resqct. This is him bolting out at his release, GPS-collared to ensure he's thriving well after. While many lose their lives to road accidents and persecution, several make it back to the wild due to the joint efforts of the FD & NGOs. Every single one matters so every release is worth the joy!
More than 40% of people with desk jobs feel burned out at work, a pandemic-era high, according to a survey released Wednesday by Future Forum, a research consortium backed by Salesforce Inc.'s Slack Technologies.
Wading off stereotypes and stigmas, the Delhi Court's first Lok Adalat Session brought in people from the transgender community and acid attack survivors to understand legal proceedings and assist the judges.
Bengaluru was ranked the second-most congested city in the world during 2022 in the city centre (BBMP area) category, according to the traffic index published by Dutch location technology specialist TomTom. On average, it took 29 minutes and 10 seconds for Bengalureans to cover 10km in the CBD area during 2022.
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, conducted a successful trial for transporting tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to the district hospital in Tehri Garhwal in Uttarakhand. Gurugram-based drone start-up TechEagle on February 16 delivered 3 kg of tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles. AIIMS Rishikesh has taken this initiative to supply ATT drugs to prevent TB with the incorporation of innovative interventions, which would likely reach the World Health Organization’s objective to eliminate TB.
Manipur, on February 17, hosted the first of four B20 sessions — the official G20 dialogue forum for the global business community — scheduled in the Northeast. Given the upcoming G20 events in Manipur, local fishermen and community members cleaned Takmu Pat in a significant effort to conserve the pristine environment of the unique Loktak Lake. Residences built on Phumdi have endangered the lake and negatively impacted the surrounding ecosystem. The inhabitants of this lake have been utilizing natural resources to establish a vibrant local economy for generations.
The residents of Andaman & Nicobar are facing massive inconvenience due to the poor road condition on the islands. Residents claim the road was laid out a night before, but it is nearly impassable to motor vehicles since it is chipping off as they drive over it.
As part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation officials conducted door-to-door cleanliness awareness drives across Hyderabad. The campaign aims to promote designated public dustbins, and citizens are advised to dump garbage on them instead of littering the roads.
A Twitter video shared by Hindu Raja Gayan on February 10 shows the rescue of an eagle entangled in Chinese manja on a tree in Vadodara. After multiple efforts, rescuers were finally able to retrieve the bird. The eagle suffered multiple cuts, was given first aid and rushed to the forest department for further treatment.
A Twitter video shared by Ajay Thipaiah on February 11 shows forest fires occurring at Aldur Range of Chikkamagaluru district. Reportedly, Fires in eight locations have been spotted and spread fast due to winds. The total Chikkamagaluru forest area is 71,863 hectares.