In last few hours, the news is coming that Pakistan had targeted the Golden Temple recently while retaliating to Op Sindoor. It is there on ANI News, and on Shekhar Gupta's video in The Print as well. This is BIG.
Indian side was able to anticipate this. So, there was talks with the Golden Temple administration. The head granthi of the Golden Temple switched off all the lights, first time in many decades. There was pitch dark. Even a short video of this is available now. More importantly, the guns of air defence moved inside the Temple to protect it.
As expected, Pakistan seems to have sent many drones/missiles on Golden Temple which were all thwarted by India's Air Defence. The temple was saved.
I have no words even tell how angry at this moment I am to learn this. The Terroristan has proved once again that neechata ki koi hadd nahi hoti.
Nikhil
Indian side was able to anticipate this. So, there was talks with the Golden Temple administration. The head granthi of the Golden Temple switched off all the lights, first time in many decades. There was pitch dark. Even a short video of this is available now. More importantly, the guns of air defence moved inside the Temple to protect it.
As expected, Pakistan seems to have sent many drones/missiles on Golden Temple which were all thwarted by India's Air Defence. The temple was saved.
I have no words even tell how angry at this moment I am to learn this. The Terroristan has proved once again that neechata ki koi hadd nahi hoti.
Nikhil
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I think everyone has seen this photo in last 48 hours. This is the real photo of India's Integrated Air Command and Control System. Released by the government recently.
They are the heroes behind Operation Sindoor, who struck deep inside Pakistan, killed over 100 terrorists, saved India from the barrage of Pakistan drones.
PS: They are wearing masks to hide identity. It is not a Covid era photo.
They are the heroes behind Operation Sindoor, who struck deep inside Pakistan, killed over 100 terrorists, saved India from the barrage of Pakistan drones.
PS: They are wearing masks to hide identity. It is not a Covid era photo.
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Nambala Keshav Rao is killed by the security forces of India today. The news is just coming out. It was Operation Black Forest.
This is really a very important strategic development. He died in exchange of fire in Narayanpur district of Chattisgarh today. He had studied in NIT Warangal and after Ganpathy he had become the General Secretary of CPI (Maoist) and thereby one of the most dreaded criminals in India.
You can see the list of India's most wanted criminals here. He was on that list.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIA_Most_Wanted#List
This is really a very important strategic development. He died in exchange of fire in Narayanpur district of Chattisgarh today. He had studied in NIT Warangal and after Ganpathy he had become the General Secretary of CPI (Maoist) and thereby one of the most dreaded criminals in India.
You can see the list of India's most wanted criminals here. He was on that list.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIA_Most_Wanted#List
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Hello Aspirants;
There is a lot of discussion going on regarding UPSC being wrong in the official answer key of Prelims 2024.
Firstly the three questions are marked as cancelled. So, the paper was evaluated based on 97 questions only. Secondly, the debate regarding the Budget presentation question (PM or President) has raged. UPSC prima facie indeed seems to have made an error here. Then there is also doubt about answers given by UPSC for some questions related to SnT.
Some Youtubers will definitely make videos on this. They will also make it little provocative or emotional. It is called moment marketing, to capture the trend, generate engagement and garner subscribers. Their aim is not to help you clear UPSC Prelims 2025. They are here for social media followers. Please understand that.
There will also be some curious but unfortunate borderline cases of students who would have qualified 2024 Prelims, had it not been for such errors.
So, if you are appearing for 2025, don't bother about such discussion, either with friends or on social media. Just for 4 days, overlook all of this. UPSC will take its own course in due time. For you, your next 4 days are extremely important. Focus on that. In the time of stress and anxiety just before the exam, it is easy to get distracted towards such debates. Remember, we have ample time after the 25th of May for discussing these issues. Right now, every moment is crucial for you.
Pehle 2025 ka exam. Baadme 2024 ka discussion.
Nikhil
There is a lot of discussion going on regarding UPSC being wrong in the official answer key of Prelims 2024.
Firstly the three questions are marked as cancelled. So, the paper was evaluated based on 97 questions only. Secondly, the debate regarding the Budget presentation question (PM or President) has raged. UPSC prima facie indeed seems to have made an error here. Then there is also doubt about answers given by UPSC for some questions related to SnT.
Some Youtubers will definitely make videos on this. They will also make it little provocative or emotional. It is called moment marketing, to capture the trend, generate engagement and garner subscribers. Their aim is not to help you clear UPSC Prelims 2025. They are here for social media followers. Please understand that.
There will also be some curious but unfortunate borderline cases of students who would have qualified 2024 Prelims, had it not been for such errors.
So, if you are appearing for 2025, don't bother about such discussion, either with friends or on social media. Just for 4 days, overlook all of this. UPSC will take its own course in due time. For you, your next 4 days are extremely important. Focus on that. In the time of stress and anxiety just before the exam, it is easy to get distracted towards such debates. Remember, we have ample time after the 25th of May for discussing these issues. Right now, every moment is crucial for you.
Pehle 2025 ka exam. Baadme 2024 ka discussion.
Nikhil
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Indian Navy has inducted the Ship (INSV Kaundinya) at Karwar Naval Base today. This is made using an Ancient Stitched Sail technique.
Knowing a bit of maritime history and technology, I can assure you that this is indeed a very powerful symbolic assertion of India's historic role in Indian Ocean.
"INSV Kaundinya with her sails up. The βGandaberundaβ or two headed bird was the royal insignia of the Kadamba kingdom who ruled the Konkan coast for centuries. Appropriate as the ship was built in Goa and inducted in Karwar." - Sanjeev Sanyal
Happy...!
Nikhil
Knowing a bit of maritime history and technology, I can assure you that this is indeed a very powerful symbolic assertion of India's historic role in Indian Ocean.
"INSV Kaundinya with her sails up. The βGandaberundaβ or two headed bird was the royal insignia of the Kadamba kingdom who ruled the Konkan coast for centuries. Appropriate as the ship was built in Goa and inducted in Karwar." - Sanjeev Sanyal
Happy...!
Nikhil
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The two articles published today on the stitched ship by Indian navy. One in Express, another in Hindu.
(On side note, despite being present at the event and writing about it, Sanjeev Sanyal's name is completely omitted by TheHindu. We can only guess why.)
(On side note, despite being present at the event and writing about it, Sanjeev Sanyal's name is completely omitted by TheHindu. We can only guess why.)
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Forwarded from Level Up IAS (Official Channel)
Aajkal aise short script wale videos bahut ban rahe hai.
We have observed that many college students make videos with some engaging hook to attract attention. It helps convey the message.
This is our attempt to follow the trend. This is fun for us too...:)
https://youtu.be/QBIVgiyn2lY?si=MlqwB3KeMuxTKJc4
We have observed that many college students make videos with some engaging hook to attract attention. It helps convey the message.
This is our attempt to follow the trend. This is fun for us too...:)
https://youtu.be/QBIVgiyn2lY?si=MlqwB3KeMuxTKJc4
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This controversy denies to die.
Considering its massive significance that it can rewrite the timeline of history of ancient India, I think this is just the beginning. For many years to come, more and more debatable points are expected to come.
Why should we debate only about Harappan origin and Aryan origin, let's add Dravidian origin to it also.
Sabka vaad, sabka itihas.
Nikhil
#sangam #southindia
Considering its massive significance that it can rewrite the timeline of history of ancient India, I think this is just the beginning. For many years to come, more and more debatable points are expected to come.
Why should we debate only about Harappan origin and Aryan origin, let's add Dravidian origin to it also.
Sabka vaad, sabka itihas.
Nikhil
#sangam #southindia
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This is a quick recap of history and Conventions of UNESCO just before the Prelims.
https://youtu.be/X8QWKxHkpIk
https://youtu.be/X8QWKxHkpIk
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Upcoming census is becoming very important with every new decision.
It will decide delimitation of parliamentary seats, financial allocation to states, kicking in of women's reservation and also the caste data. All these things are now hinged on the census.
I don't know if any single census in the past was so potent with possible consequences.
It will decide delimitation of parliamentary seats, financial allocation to states, kicking in of women's reservation and also the caste data. All these things are now hinged on the census.
I don't know if any single census in the past was so potent with possible consequences.
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Dear aspriants,
The exam is just 24 hours away now. Make sure you spend these last 24 hours in a calm and positive way.
Youβve worked hard for months β that effort is within you. Trust it. Everything youβve studied is stored in your mind. The moment you read the questions in the exam, the right answers will start surfacing β have faith in that.
Whether the paper feels easy or tough, donβt let it shake your focus. Stay steady. Read every question carefully, read all the options properly, and only then attempt the answer. Go one question at a time β complete the paper calmly and with full attention.
The more calm and steady you are, the better your performance will be.
Tonight itself, plan all the small but important things: how youβll reach the centre, what time youβll leave, keep your small snack box and water bottle ready, and most importantly, carry your pen, writing materials, and hall ticket without fail.
Go to the exam with a peaceful mind and a positive heart. And once youβre inside the exam hall β stay composed and confident.
Wishing you all the very best from the bottom of my heart!
The exam is just 24 hours away now. Make sure you spend these last 24 hours in a calm and positive way.
Youβve worked hard for months β that effort is within you. Trust it. Everything youβve studied is stored in your mind. The moment you read the questions in the exam, the right answers will start surfacing β have faith in that.
Whether the paper feels easy or tough, donβt let it shake your focus. Stay steady. Read every question carefully, read all the options properly, and only then attempt the answer. Go one question at a time β complete the paper calmly and with full attention.
The more calm and steady you are, the better your performance will be.
Tonight itself, plan all the small but important things: how youβll reach the centre, what time youβll leave, keep your small snack box and water bottle ready, and most importantly, carry your pen, writing materials, and hall ticket without fail.
Go to the exam with a peaceful mind and a positive heart. And once youβre inside the exam hall β stay composed and confident.
Wishing you all the very best from the bottom of my heart!
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