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"Common Morning Habits That Harm Your Health on an Empty Stomach"

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Your morning routine sets the tone for the entire day. What you do, or don't do, on an empty stomach can greatly influence your energy levels, metabolism, digestion, and overall well-being. While many of us rush through the morning without much thought, certain common mistakes can have long-term effects on our health.  Here are some mistakes to avoid when starting your day on an empty stomach: 1.Skipping Water First Thing in the Morning: Mistake:  Having coffee or tea without hydrating. Why It's Harmful:  After 6–8 hours of sleep, your body is naturally dehydrated. Starting with caffeinated drinks can dehydrate you further and stress the digestive system. Better Choice:  Start with 1–2 glasses of lukewarm water, optionally infused with lemon, to kickstart digestion and flush out toxins. 2.Drinking Coffee or Tea on an Empty Stomach: Mistake:  Having coffee or strong tea before eating anything. Why It's Harmful:  Coffee stimulates acid production ...

Cotton 56, Polyester 84, Silk 100 – "But Our Sweat Is Priceless.”

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A tribute to the invisible hands that wove the fabric of India. India's textile industry has a long and rich history, dating back centuries, with handloom weaving being an integral part of the cultural and economic fabric of the nation.  However, during the colonial period, especially in the 18th and 19th centuries, textile workers experienced dramatic shifts in their livelihoods. These changes were driven largely by British colonial policies and the Industrial Revolution in England. "In every handloom fabric lies the heartbeat of a weaver and the legacy of generations." Before British rule, Bharat was known globally for its high-quality cotton and silk fabrics, Silk sarees from Mysore, Kanchi and Banaras, muslin from Bengal and Chintz from Gujarat. The weavers, belonging to hereditary communities thrived under patronage systems and local markets. "Powerlooms empower industry, bringing textiles to every home and hand." However, with the advent of Bri...

ಅಮರತ್ವಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಒಂದು ವಿಶ್ವ ಅನ್ವೇಷಣೆ : ಕೂರ್ಮ ಅವತಾರ.

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ಕೂರ್ಮ ಜಯಂತಿಯು ವಿಷ್ಣುವಿನ ಎರಡನೇ ಅವತಾರವಾದ ಕೂರ್ಮದ ಜನನವನ್ನು ಸ್ಮರಿಸುವ ಪವಿತ್ರ ಸನಾತನ ಹಬ್ಬವಾಗಿದೆ. ಸಮುದ್ರ ಮಂಥನ ಎಂದು ಕರೆಯಲ್ಪಡುವ ಘಟನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಈ ಅವತಾರವು ನಿರ್ಣಾಯಕ ಪಾತ್ರ ವಹಿಸಿದೆ. ವಿಷ್ಣು ಭಕ್ತರಿಗೆ ಕೂರ್ಮ ಜಯಂತಿ ಆಳವಾದ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದೆ. ಸಮುದ್ರ ಮಂಥನದ ಕಥೆಯು ಸನಾತನ ಧರ್ಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಆಕರ್ಷಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಂಕೇತಿಕ ಪ್ರಸಂಗಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದಾಗಿದೆ. ಇದು ಒಳ್ಳೆಯದು ಮತ್ತು ಕೆಟ್ಟದ್ದರ ಸಮತೋಲನ, ದೈವಿಕ ಹಸ್ತಕ್ಷೇಪ ಮತ್ತು ಅಮರತ್ವದ ಶಾಶ್ವತ ಅನ್ವೇಷಣೆಯ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಆಳವಾದ ಸತ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಬಹಿರಂಗಪಡಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಈ ಕಥೆಯ ಕೇಂದ್ರಬಿಂದುವೆಂದರೆ ವಿಷ್ಣುವಿನ ಆಮೆ ಅವತಾರವಾದ ಕೂರ್ಮ ಅವತಾರ, ಈ ವಿಶ್ವ ಘಟನೆಯನ್ನು ಬೆಂಬಲಿಸುವಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರು ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಪಾತ್ರ ವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು. ದೇವತೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಅಸುರರು ನಿರಂತರ ಸಂಘರ್ಷದಲ್ಲಿದ್ದರು, ಮತ್ತು ಇಂದ್ರನ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ದೇವತೆಗಳು ದೂರ್ವಾಸ ಋಷಿಯ ಶಾಪದಿಂದಾಗಿ ತಮ್ಮ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಕಳೆದುಕೊಂಡರು. ದುರ್ಬಲರಾದರು ಮತ್ತು ಅಸುರರ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ತಡೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗಲಿಲ್ಲ. ಅಮೃತವನ್ನು ಪಡೆಯಲು ಕ್ಷೀರ ಸಾಗರವನ್ನು ಮಂಥನ ಮಾಡಲು ವಿಷ್ಣು ಅವರಿಗೆ ಸಲಹೆ ನೀಡಿದರು, ಅದು ಅವರ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಪುನಃಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸುತ್ತದೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅಸುರರ ಮೇಲೆ ಅವರ ಪ್ರಾಬಲ್ಯವನ್ನು ಖಚಿತಪಡಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದಾಗ್ಯೂ, ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯವು ದೇವತೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಮಾತ್ರ ತುಂಬಾ ದೊಡ್ಡದಾಗಿತ್ತು, ಆದ್ದರಿಂದ ಅಸುರರೊ...

Census: How Indian States Differ In Enumerating Castes.

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India’s complex caste structure continues to shape its socio-political environment, making caste enumeration a deeply significant, and often contentious exercise. While the national Census collects data on Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs), it omits detailed data on Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and general castes. This gap has prompted several Indian states to initiate their own caste surveys, aiming to inform welfare schemes and craft more equitable policies. However, these state-level efforts differ greatly in method, scope, and political motivation. 1. Bihar: Leading the Charge In 2023, Bihar became the first state in recent history to successfully conduct a comprehensive caste-based survey. Spearheaded by the Nitish Kumar-led government, the survey collected data on OBCs, Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs), SCs, STs, and general castes. The objective was to create a detailed socio-economic profile of the population to justify caste-based reservatio...

"Surname: Reclaiming One's Identity from British Colonial Naming Practices"

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In 2015, the Madras High Court ruled that a person cannot be compelled to use a surname in a particular format, acknowledging Bharat's cultural diversity, but bureaucratic enthusiasm remains heavily toward the colonial mindset. When the British established their rule in India, they brought with them not only political and economic systems, but also cultural frameworks, including the Western practice of emphasizing the surname over the given name. This shift had far-reaching implications in a society where individual identity had traditionally been deeply rooted in caste, clan, occupation, and locality. One of the primary reasons the British patronised the use of surnames was administrative necessity. As the colonial government expanded its bureaucracy for land revenue collection, census-taking, legal documentation, and education it required a consistent and standardized system for identifying individuals. Indian naming conventions, which were often fluid and region-spec...

Census Of India - 1931

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The 1931 Census of India remains a landmark in the subcontinent's history, particularly for being the last census in which the British colonial administration collected and published comprehensive caste-based data. Conducted during the British Raj, the 1931 census was part of a decennial tradition of enumeration that began in 1871. However, this particular census has retained significant relevance for policymakers, scholars, and social reformers even decades after independence. The British administration viewed the census as a tool not only for governance but also for understanding the complex social fabric of the Indian subcontinent. 1.Key Features: 1.The 1931 census offered the most detailed classification of castes and sub-castes across British India. While earlier censuses (like 1901 under Risley) had attempted caste classification, the 1931 census improved upon these efforts with more systematic data collection. 2.In addition to caste, the census collected data on ...

Devanga vs Weaver: Varna vs Caste.

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Caste has long been a central focus of Indian society and politics. At the heart of this discourse lies the often misunderstood and misapplied distinction between varna and caste —two concepts frequently used interchangeably in public and political discussions, yet representing fundamentally different social realities. Understanding the Difference Varna refers to the theoretical fourfold division of society described in ancient Hindu texts such as the Manusmriti and the Rigveda . The four varnas are: Brahmins Kshatriyas Vaishyas Shudras Outside this system are the Dalits , who were historically excluded from the varna hierarchy. Caste , on the other hand, is a more complex, localized, and dynamic system of social organization based on birth, occupation, and region. India has thousands of castes, each with its own customs, traditions, and internal hierarchies, which do not always align neatly with the varna framework. The Controversy in Caste Politics C...