Author: Supriya Jena

  • India’s Tourism to Reach $523 Billion with Millions of New Jobs

    India’s Tourism to Reach $523 Billion with Millions of New Jobs

    The Indian tourism industry is set to grow tremendously! According to Julia Simpson, the President of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), it will reach a value of USD 523 billion in the next ten years. Currently, it’s worth about USD 256 billion and gives jobs to 45 million people.

    Tourism is important for India, making up around 7% of the country’s economy. In 2019, it was worth USD 211 billion. Despite growing, tourism in India contributes to around 5% of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions, which is about 250 billion kilograms of carbon dioxide each year. This makes India’s tourism sector the third largest contributor to emissions, after the US and China. However, there’s good news! While tourism is growing, the emissions are not increasing at the same pace. This shows that India is becoming more efficient in travel and tourism.

    Julia also expressed the need for sustainable aviation fuel since flying is a big part of tourism. She encourages the Indian government to support the production of this fuel, allowing for more eco-friendly travel.

    The travel and tourism sector provides many job opportunities, from engineers and technology experts to those entering the workforce for the first time. About half of all global tourism happens in coastal areas, which are at risk from climate change. To protect these beautiful beaches, cities like Miami invest in reinforcing their coastlines and improving infrastructure for extreme weather.

    Visitors want to enjoy India’s natural beauty, not just tall buildings. Therefore, WTTC wants to work with the Indian government to help restore nature along the coast. Julia believes a big step for India is to quickly reduce pollution from road transport. Prime Minister Modi is focused on cleaning up air pollution and moving towards renewable energy. She believes that under his leadership, India will become one of the most advanced developing economies in the world

  • The Gympie-Gympie: The Plant with Painful Secrets Revealed!

    The Gympie-Gympie: The Plant with Painful Secrets Revealed!

    Have you ever heard of the Gympie-Gympie plant? It looks like any other green plant, but it has a dangerous secret. This plant, whose real name is Dendrocnide Moroides, can make people feel so much pain that they might think about hurting themselves. People say getting stung by this plant is like being burned by hot acid and shocked by electricity at the same time!

    Where Does It Grow?
    You can mostly find the Gympie-Gympie in rainforests in Australia, the Moluccas, and Indonesia. It has heart-shaped leaves and a bushy look, but don’t be fooled! If you touch it without protection, you could regret it.

    What Makes It So Dangerous?
    This plant has tiny hair-like needles all over it that are filled with a strong poison. When someone touches it, they feel a burning pain that just gets worse. According to Irina Vetter, a professor from the University of Queensland, the gympietides (the plant’s poison) act like spider and scorpion venom. This means it can trick your body into feeling pain for months, making it hard to sleep and focus.

    How Does It Hurt?
    The poison targets pain receptors in the body, similar to how spider venom works. This pain can last a long time and can be so intense that some people have lost hope and taken drastic actions.

    Watch Out for Its Needles!
    The Gympie-Gympie usually grows to about 3 meters tall, but it can reach up to 10 meters. All parts of the plant—stem, branches, leaves, and even fruits—are covered with stinging hairs that should never be touched. John Knox, a tour guide at the Poison Garden, warns that these tiny hairs stay in your skin for a long time—up to one year! If you touch the area later or get it wet, the poison can come back and hurt you even more.

    Real-Life Scary Stories
    In World War II, there was a soldier who went crazy after touching this plant. There was even a story about a man who shot himself because he couldn’t bear the pain from using the leaves as toilet paper by accident.

    If you or someone you know is feeling sad or in pain, please talk to someone who can help!

    Helplines for Support:
    – Aasra: 022 2754 6669
    – Sneha India Foundation: +914424640050
    – Sanjivini: 011-24311918
    – ONE LIFE: 78930 78930
    – SEVA: 09441778290

  • Last Chance to Register for ICSI CSEET 2025 – December 15 Deadline!

    Last Chance to Register for ICSI CSEET 2025 – December 15 Deadline!

    Good news for anyone wanting to become a Company Secretary! The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will close the registration for the CS Executive Entrance Test (CSEET) on Sunday, December 15, 2024. This is your last chance to apply. Go to the official website at icsi.edu to sign up.

    The CSEET exam will take place on January 11, 2025, and will last 120 minutes. To register, you’ll need to pay an application fee of ₹2000. The test will be conducted in a remote proctored mode, which means you can take the exam online from your home!

    What Do You Need to Register?
    – Your photograph
    – Your signature
    – Your 10th-grade certificate as proof of birth date
    – Hall ticket for your 12th-grade exam (if you are still appearing)
    – Your 12th-grade pass certificate or mark sheet
    – A category certificate (if you need a fee concession),
    – An identity proof (like an Aadhar card, passport, voter ID, PAN card, driving license, or ration card).

    What’s on the Exam?
    The exam covers four main subjects:
    1. Business Communication (50 Marks)
    2. Legal Aptitude and Logical Reasoning (50 Marks)
    3. Economic and Business Environment (50 Marks)
    4. Current Affairs and Quantitative Aptitude (50 Marks)

    To pass the exam, you need a total score of 50% and at least 40% in each subject.

    For more information, visit the official website!

  • India vs Pakistan: Women’s U19 Asia Cup Match Preview and Live Details”

    India vs Pakistan: Women’s U19 Asia Cup Match Preview and Live Details”

    India is all set to begin its Women’s U19 Asia Cup journey this Sunday against Pakistan. Niki Prasad will lead the Indian team, and Sanika Chalke will assist her as vice-captain. This tournament features six teams divided into two groups.

    In Group A, we have India, Nepal, and Pakistan, while Group B includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. Each team will play the others in their group, and the top two teams will move on to the Super Four stage. In this round, the top team from Group A will face the second-place team from Group B, and vice versa.

    Match Details:
    – Date: Sunday, December 15
    – Venue: Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur
    – Time: The match starts at 11:30 AM IST, with the toss at 11:00 AM IST.

    Where to Watch:
    – Television: The match will be shown on the Sony Sports Network.
    – Live Streaming: Watch the game live on the SonyLiv app and website.

    Get ready for an exciting clash between India and Pakistan in the Women’s U19 Asia Cup!

  • Bengaluru Police Arrest Family in Atul Subhash Suicide Case

    Bengaluru Police Arrest Family in Atul Subhash Suicide Case

    Bengaluru Police have made important strides in the case of Atul Subhash, a tech worker who sadly took his own life. They arrested his wife, Nikita Singhania, in Gurgoan, Haryana, along with her mother, Nisha Singhania, and brother, Anurag Singhania, who were taken into custody in Prayagraj.

    Shivakumar, the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for White Field Division, stated that all three have been brought to court and are now in judicial custody. The police are continuing to look into what happened before Subhash’s untimely death. This story is still developing.

  • Broadcom Surges to $1 Trillion Valuation on AI Chip Demand!

    Broadcom Surges to $1 Trillion Valuation on AI Chip Demand!

    Broadcom Inc., a company that makes chips for many technology businesses, including Apple, reached a market value of $1 trillion for the first time last Friday. This happened after the company forecasted a big increase in demand for its artificial intelligence (AI) chips. Broadcom expects sales of its AI products to jump by 65% in the first three months of this year, which is much higher than its overall growth in chips of 10%.

    By the year 2027, Broadcom believes that the market for AI components it designs could reach $90 billion. Broadcom’s stock price rose by 24% to $224.80, marking its biggest one-day price increase since 2009.

    Similar to Nvidia, Broadcom is becoming a key player in the growing AI market. CEO Hock Tan announced that the company secured two big new customers that run huge data centers. Investors have been excited about Broadcom’s stock this year, attracted by the potential of AI.

    The company is based in Palo Alto, California, and it predicts it will make over $10 billion from AI products, even more than from other types of business. Last year, this number was about $12.2 billion. The demand for AI chips has surged, growing by 220% in the past year.

    Broadcom says it expects total sales to be $14.6 billion this quarter, matching predictions. The company reported that its profit was $1.42 per share in the last quarter, with nearly $14.1 billion in revenue.

    Data centers rely on Broadcom’s custom-designed chips for their AI systems. The company also sells components for cars, smartphones, and internet devices. Recently, it has expanded into software, offering products for cyber security and data center management.

    In the last quarter, Broadcom’s chips earned $8.23 billion, which was a 12% increase. Software sales surprisingly grew nearly 200% to $5.82 billion. Broadcom has become much larger since 2023, partly because it bought VMware for around $69 billion.

    Apple is Broadcom’s top client, as the company provides parts for iPhones. However, reports suggest that Apple will start using its own chip instead of Broadcom’s next year, which could also affect Qualcomm. Yet, Tan confirmed that Broadcom will remain closely linked with Apple for future projects and is open to more acquisitions.

  • Download AIBE 19 Admit Card for 2024: Easy Guide & Important Info”

    Download AIBE 19 Admit Card for 2024: Easy Guide & Important Info”

    The Bar Council of India is all set to release the AIBE 19 Admit Card for 2024 on December 15, 2024. If you are planning to take the All India Bar Examination-XIX, you can download your admit card from the official AIBE website at allindiabarexamination.com. The exam will take place on December 22, 2024.

    In this exam, there will be a total of 100 questions covering various subjects. Here’s a quick look at what topics you will be tested on:

    – Constitutional Law: 10 questions
    – Indian Penal Code: 8 questions
    – Criminal Procedure Code: 10 questions
    – Code of Civil Procedure: 10 questions
    – Evidence Act: 8 questions
    – Alternative Dispute Resolution: 4 questions
    – Family Law: 8 questions
    – Public Interest Litigation: 4 questions
    – Administrative Law: 3 questions
    – Professional Ethics: 4 questions
    – Company Law: 2 questions
    – Environmental Law: 2 questions
    – Cyber Law: 2 questions
    – Labour Laws: 4 questions
    – Torts and Consumer Protection: 5 questions
    – Taxation Law: 4 questions
    – Contract and Property Laws: 8 questions
    – Land Acquisition: 2 questions
    – Intellectual Property: 2 questions

    Here’s how you can download your AIBE 19 Admit Card:

    1. Visit the official AIBE website at allindiabarexamination.com.
    2. Click on the link for “AIBE 19 Admit Card 2024” on the home page.
    3. A new page will open where you need to enter your login details.
    4. Click “submit” and your admit card will appear.
    5. Make sure to check it and download it.
    6. Print a hard copy for your records.

    For more information, check the official AIBE website.

  • Delhi Braces for Cold Wave: Shelter Homes Provide Warmth and Support

    Delhi Braces for Cold Wave: Shelter Homes Provide Warmth and Support

    As a cold wave swept across Delhi, many people sought warmth in shelter homes as temperatures fell to the low single digits. In areas like Jama Masjid and near AIIMS, you could see individuals wrapped in thick blankets, trying to cope with the biting cold.

    Ved Pal, who manages the shelter near AIIMS, reported that over 40 people used the shelter on Saturday night. “This is a family shelter, and we provide proper beds and as many blankets as needed. We serve food twice a day and tea with rusk in the morning,” he shared. If anyone feels unwell, a doctor visits, or they are taken to nearby AIIMS for treatment. “We keep basic medicines like paracetamol ready,” he added.

    In another shelter, Somu Malhotra explained, “We have both families and single people here. Our place has proper beds and medicine. We also offer tea and rusk, and for medical help, AIIMS is close by.”

    Roshan Kumar, at the shelter near Jama Masjid, spoke highly of the support from the Delhi government. “There are about four shelters here, with capacity ranging from 30 to 100 people. We receive three meals daily and have all necessary medical support.”

    The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for ‘cold wave to severe cold wave’ conditions across parts of North India, including Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. IMD scientist Soma Sen Roy mentioned that temperatures could drop by 1-2 degrees Celsius due to strong winds. The minimum temperature recorded on December 14 was 8 degrees Celsius, and today’s forecast expects it to fall to around 7 degrees.

  • Jim Carrey Talks Retirement: Will He Continue Acting After Sonic 3?

    Jim Carrey Talks Retirement: Will He Continue Acting After Sonic 3?

    Jim Carrey, the famous actor known for his roles in comedies, has talked more about his retirement plans while promoting his new movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3. During earlier promotions for Sonic the Hedgehog 2, he said he might retire, but he has now clarified that he’s not so sure. Jim explained, “You can’t be definite about these things. If a fantastic idea comes along or I get to work with people I really like, I might change my mind.”

    In 2022, Jim mentioned in an interview that he felt like retiring, but he would reconsider if he got a really special script. He said, “If the angels bring a script written in gold ink, telling me it’s important, I’d think about continuing.”

    Jim is open to returning to his roles as the Grinch or in a sequel to The Mask, showing he’s still interested in acting if the right opportunity comes.

    Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will be released in U.S. theaters on December 20, where Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles will face a new character called Shadow the Hedgehog, teaming up with the villain Dr. Robotnik. When asked about his retirement comments during a London premiere, Jim said, “That might have been hyperbole,” meaning he may have exaggerated.

  • Ashwagandha: Experts Address Western Bans at World Ayurveda Congress”

    Ashwagandha: Experts Address Western Bans at World Ayurveda Congress”

    At the 10th World Ayurveda Congress in Dehradun, experts gathered to talk about Ashwagandha, a popular herb in Ayurveda that helps with many health problems. They believe that the bans and strict rules on Ashwagandha imposed by some Western countries are driven by politics and money. For instance, Denmark has completely banned Ashwagandha, while other countries in Europe and the United States have placed heavy restrictions on it, including forcing companies to warn about alleged serious side effects.

    In India, Ashwagandha is made from the root of the plant, but companies in Western nations are using the leaves to create food supplements that claim to boost energy. The experts agreed that Ashwagandha has been safe to use for thousands of years, with plenty of research proving its safety.

    Ayurveda practitioners, teachers, and industry professionals at the event emphasized the importance of evidence in traditional medicine. They pointed out that misunderstandings about Ayurveda make it harder for people abroad to accept it. To improve this, they suggested that more clinical trials should be done on new Ayurvedic treatments. The results of these trials should be shared widely in journals and online platforms. Additionally, Ayurveda practitioners should work on better documenting their cases and sharing their experiences on educational websites like Ayurveda Clinical e-Learning (AyurCeL)