By Pritha Mukherjee and Swastika Sarkar
THE NATION THIS WEEK
India celebrates International Yoga Day
On the 10th International Day of Yoga, Prime Minister
Narendra Modi led global celebrations of yoga from Srinagar, Jammu and
Kashmir. He said, “Yoga teaches us that we are not isolated individuals, but
integral parts of nature and a larger cosmic order” Thousands of people came
to the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) to take part in
mass yoga demonstrations, even though it was very cold in the morning.
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| Prime Minister Narendra Modi performs yoga during an International Yoga Day event (Image Courtesy: Hindustan Times) |
The theme for this year, ‘Yoga for Self and Society’
focuses on how yoga can improve both individual and group health. The Ministry
of AYUSH organized events all over the country, even in remote areas. Armed
forces, schoolchildren, and foreign missions took part in the events. PM Modi's speech focused
on yoga’s mental and physical benefits that have been scientifically proven and
how it is becoming more popular around the world.
Israel–Iran Conflict: India to Evacuate Citizens of
Nepal, Sri Lanka from Iran
As tensions rise between Israel
and Iran, the Indian government is helping evacuate foreign nationals,
including citizens from Nepal and Sri Lanka, who are stuck in Iran. The
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reports that India is working with foreign embassies
in Iran and other countries to ensure the safe return of its citizens and those
from neighboring nations caught in conflict zones.
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| The Israel-Iran war (Image Courtesy: The Hindu) |
The conflict escalated with
exchanges of drones and missiles between the two countries, which has
heightened fears of regional instability. India has activated contingency plans
similar to Operation Kaveri and Operation Ganga, highlighting its increasing
diplomatic role in Asia. Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra confirmed that
diplomatic talks are happening to secure necessary air routes for safe
evacuation, and emergency helplines have been established for stranded
citizens.
Monsoons drenched India early - relief or tragedy?
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| The monsoon sky (Image Courtesy: The Telegraph) |
Monsoon has arrived early in India, over a week ahead of schedule, bringing surplus rainfall in the month of June. Floods in Himachal Pradesh have claimed lives, while central India is seeing heavy showers benefiting agriculture. Reservoir levels have risen, though some areas in northwest India have received less rainfall. The heavy rains brought most parts of the country to
a standstill. Metropolitan cities like Mumbai and Kolkata drew attention as the intense pre-monsoon
rains once again highlighted the vulnerable infrastructure. An anti-cyclonic system is blocking the monsoon's arrival in Delhi. The India Meteorological Department had forecast the arrival of the monsoon in Delhi on June 24. But the forecast failed, raising concerns over water shortages and delayed crop sowing.
India vs
England: the ultimate cricket test series 2025
India vs England is a five-match Test series (Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy), played across Headingley, Leeds, followed by Edgbaston (Birmingham), Lord's (London), Emirates Old Trafford (Manchester), and finally Kennington Oval (London). The teams continue their
fierce rivalry in an exciting test series in 2025. Some low-scoring thrillers have
resulted from the pitches' general preference for spinners. With their
audacious declarations and tactical bowling adjustments, captains Ben Stokes
and Rohit Sharma have demonstrated strategic acumen. According to the recent
statistics - England is 269/4 at Tea on Day 5 and is chasing a target of 371
runs; they need to win by 102 runs.
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| India vs England test match (Image Courtesy: NDTV Profit) |
Devotees assemble at
Kamakhya for sacred Ambubachi Mahayog
As the holy period
of Ambubachi Mahayog marks its beginning on June 22, hundreds of devotees flock to the Kamakhya temple in Guwahati. The four-day annual celebration is attended by devotees of the divine
feminine from all around the world. It is believed that Ambubachi Mahayog is a celebration of the annual menstrual cycle of Goddess Kamakhya which draws numerous pilgrims seeking blessings of the divine.
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| Kamakhya temple, Guwahati (Image Courtesy: ANI News) |
Pritha Mukherjee, B.A. Journalism and
Mass Communication, Semester 3, School of Media and Communication, Adamas
University.
Swastika Sarkar, B.A. Journalism and
Mass Communication, Semester 3, School of Media and Communication, Adamas
University.
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