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| From the Edge of the Map to the Centre of Decision: PRAGATI and Rail Infrastructure in Mizoram | | | | Varun Adhikari
When I joined the Bairabi-Sairang railway project in 2015, it felt like stepping into a part of the country that rarely entered national focus. The journey itself told the story. National Highway-154, now NH-06, the only access route, was badly damaged and unreliable. Heavy trucks were often stranded for days, and bumpy travel became a routine part of site visits. The surrounding hills were young, deeply weathered, and unstable, shaped by intense rainfall and constant slope movement. On paper, the project was historic, Mizoram first railway connection to the national network cutting through mountains, steep gradients and deep gorges.
On the ground, however, progress was p | |
| | | | The Importance of The Scientific Approach in Education | | | | Dr. Vijay Garg
Today’s era is the age of science and technology. In such times, education should not only aim at memorizing facts but also to develop students” ability to think, understand and reason. The same ability comes from a scientific perspective. The scientific approach is—Understanding everything through questions, drawing conclusions based on evidence and searching for truth free from superstition or prejudice.
The scientific approach makes education come alive and meaningful. When students ask questions like “why?” and “how to?”, they become active participants in knowledge, not just passive listeners. This fosters a sense of curiosity, creativity and innovation. Knowledge | |
| | | | Makar Sankranti : One nation numerous celebrations | | | | Er. Prabhat Kishore
Makar Sankranti is an auspicious day in Indian culture and is dedicated to the almighty Surya. This day has historical, spiritual, as well as scientific significance. It is set by the solar cycle and corresponds to the exact timing of the astronomical events of the transition (Sankranti) of Surya into Makar Rashi (Capricorn). This day marks the termination of cold & harsh winter season and the beginning of longer & warmer days with the onset of the spring season. It usually falls on January 14 of the Gregorian calendar and on January 15 in the case of leap years.
Most of the Sanatan Dharma festivals are based on lunar events. Makar Sankranti is one of the rare India | |
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