Author: ICN WORLD

ANTARCTICA ICE SHELF CRACKS-WARNING FOR THE GLOBAL SEA-LEVEL RISE?

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By: Prof. Jaswant Singh (Member-Indian Scientific Expedition to Antarctica & Sr. Executive Editor-ICN GROUP) The data collected by the researchers on Climate change and their forecasts based on General circulation model (GCM), Earth’s and ocean water temperature is increasing. This is not only affecting the terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem but human life also. Climate change is the challenge of our generation. The planet’s average surface temperature has risen about 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit (1.0 degree Celsius) since the late-19th century, a change largely driven by increased carbon dioxide and other human-made emissions into…

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BALANCED DIET A PREREQUISITE FOR STAYING HEALTHY

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By: Garima Lohumi   SHIMLA: An old saying “we are what we eat” brings out the importance of diet in staying healthy. A human body is just like a sophisticated machine which requires energy, regular care and maintenance.  Energy is required for metabolic and physiological functions, day-to-day activities and maintenance. The requirement varies with age as additional energy is needed for growth and in case of women it increases significantly during pregnancy. The food we eat provides all the nutrients the body needs to meet its energy requirement. Thus, a balanced wholesome…

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MARKS CAN MAKE OR MAR A CAREER

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By: Klinsa Kurien (Bureau Chief-ICN KERALA) Marks play a crucial role in the lives of students at every level be it in the primary, elementary, advanced, intermediate or collegiate levels and research. It determines the level of competency in a student and further on in job scenarios ratings are accorded for performance driven roles. It polishes and fine tunes their existing skill sets and gives sufficient improvement for further growth prospects. A good student always aims for higher and better marks no matter what the evaluation patterns are. It reminds…

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Guru Rabindra Nath Tagore: A Tribute To The Legendary Writer And Poet

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By: Dr. Mohammad Aleem ( Chief News Editor-ICN Group) As a world poet had been firmly established and everybody knew that he was the first recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature from Asia. NEW DELHI: It is always a pleasurable thing to read and know the interesting and mesmerizing aspects of one’s life. And if that person is a poet and writer and a great visionary like Tagore, it entices you much more than others. Nobel laureate and great poet, Rabindra Nath Tagore gives us an ample amount of things…

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Prof.M.S Swaminathan: A Tribute To The Father Of Green Revolution In India

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By: Dr. Mohammad Aleem (Chief News Editor- ICN Group) He always felt pained when he saw the poor state of the farmers who would get nothing substantial in terms of their farm produce even after putting their best efforts in their fields. NEW DELHI: Very a few lucky one has the power to behold and mesmerize the world. M. S Swaminathan is one among them. He has not only showed the path of success and compatibility through his utmost dedication and commitment in the field of agriculture in his own…

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Prof. S Z Qasim: A Tribute To The First Indian To Set Foot On Frozen Continent Antarctica

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By: Rakesh Lohumi (Sr. Editor-ICN Group) & Dr. Shah Ayaz Siddiqui (Editor-in-Chief-ICN Group) The First Indian Antarctic Expedition where Prof. S Z Qasim successfully landed on 9th January 1982 and hoisted the Indian Flag on the frozen continent. LUCKNOW/SHIMLA: Renowned Marine Biologist Prof. S Z Qasim, who first made way to the frozen continent Antarctica in 1981-82, and successfully organized and guided the next the seven expeditions, pioneered in Fisheries Biology, mari-culture, estuarine ecology, environmental pollution and Antarctic research. Prof. S Z Qasim was born on December 31, 1926 in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.…

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Dr. B C Roy: A Tribute To The Legendary Physician And Philanthropist

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By: Dr. Shah Ayaz Siddiqui ( Editor-In-Chief-ICN Group) Dr.B.C. Roy was the one to establish the Indian Medical Association in 1928 and even the Medical Council of India. LUCKNOW: Dr. B.C. Roy was one of the foremost national leaders of the 20th century. A legendary physician, distinguished political leader, philanthropist, educationist and social worker, he was one of the longest serving Chief Ministers and is rightly hailed as the Maker of Modern West Bengal. Dr.B.C. Roy was the one to establish the Indian Medical Association in 1928 and even the Medical Council…

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Prof. Yash Pal: A Tribute To The Veteran Scientist And Educationist

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By: Dr. Shah Ayaz Siddiqui ( Editor-In-Chief-ICN Group) Veteran scientist Prof Yash Pal was in the role of ‘Science Guru’ in the science-fiction series ‘Turning Point’. LUCKNOW: Prof.Yash Pal (26 November 1926 – 24 July 2017) was an Indian scientist, educator and educationist. He was known for his contributions to the study of cosmic rays, as well as for being an institution-builder. In his later years, he became one of the leading science communicators of the country. He has been honoured with the Padma Bhushan (1976) and the Padma Vibhushan (2013), the third and second highest Indian civilian…

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Tom Alter: A Tribute To The Veteran Theatre, Television And Film Actor

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By: Dr. Shah Ayaz Siddiqui ( Editor-In-Chief-ICN Group) The veteran theatre, television and film actor Tom Alter best known for his performances in “Shatranj Ke Khilari”, “Junoon” and “Kranti.” LUCKNOW: An Indian actor of American descent, Alter, was born to American Christian missionary parents in Mussoorie in 1950. Alter was working as a teacher in a school in Jagadhri, Haryana, when he was bitten by the acting bug after watching Rajesh Khanna-Sharmila Tagore’s “Aradhana”. He made his debut in regional cinema in 1977 with Kannada film “Kanneshwara Rama”. He also acted in…

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Tripura: Minister Flags Pittance In Place Of Power Projects, Accuses Centre Of Depriving Northeast

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By: Debraj Deb ( Bureau Chief-ICN Tripura) AGARTALA: Tripura Power Minister Manik Dey alleged at a meeting of power ministers from NE Indian states that the Ministry of Power had deprived the NE while sanctioning centrally sponsored schemes like the IPDS and DDUGJY. Tripura had submitted DPR under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY) for Rs. 903.01 crore for electrifying uncovered habitations for covering 100 percent households including quality power supply to rural areas. The sanctioned amount was barely Rs. 74.12 crores, which would suffice for 8.21 percent of…

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