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INDIA'S LATESTNEWS

NEWS

HIGHLIGHTISRO sets up Space

Situational Awareness

Control Centre in

Bengaluru.

India’s 1st 3-D Smart

Traffic Signal launched

in Mohali.

IIT Guwahati

Researchers develop

portable device to detect

bacteria without lab

tests.

Virasat-e-Khalsa set to

enter Asia Book of

Records.

IA single Constitution

for the entire country-

benefits for Jammu,

Kashmir and Ladakh.

Aishwarya Pissay: 1st

Indian to claim a World

Title in Motorsports.

CULTURE & CULINARY TRAVEL TO INDIA

MISSION'S ACTIVITIES

Embassy of IndiaJakarta

05 - 11 August 2019

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ISRO SETS UP SPACE SITUATIONAL AWARENESS CONTROLCENTRE IN BENGALURU.

Space Situational Awareness & Management (SSAM) has become an internationally significantarea due to the ever growing manmade space debris population and the increased collisionthreat with operational spacecraft. ISRO laid foundation stone for Space Situational AwarenessControl Centre at Peenya, Bengaluru on 2nd August, which is an important milestone in theprogress of ISRO.ISRO has taken special attention to this aspect. ISRO has set up a Directorate of SpaceSituational Awareness and Management aiming at protecting high valued space assets fromspace debris close approaches and collisions. To carryout systematically all activities related toSSAM, a control centre is being established at Bengaluru.Source- ISRO


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In a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, Mohali traffic police have launched 3-D Smart Traffic

Signal devised by the students of Chitkara University Incubated Start-up. The wireless system, called

'Intelights', has been installed at the traffic crossing near Quarkc City on Airport Road, on pilot

project basis, and will regulate traffic signals with a smart bird's eye view wireless sensor system.

The system was launched by Sharad Satya Chauhan, ADGP - Traffic, on August 2, 2019. The system,

which was devised by the students of Chitkara University over three years of intensive research,

was in the test trial phase for the last eight months before its final launch.

Source- Business Standard

INDIA’S 1ST 3-D SMART TRAFFIC SIGNAL LAUNCHED IN MOHALI

IIT GUWAHATI RESEARCHERS DEVELOP PORTABLE DEVICE TODETECT BACTERIA WITHOUT LAB TESTS

Researchers of Indian Institute of Technology(IIT) Guwahati have developed hand-held deviceto detect bacteria almost instantaneously. This Research by IIT Guwahati will enable rapiddetection of bacteria, which is important not only in healthcare, but also in anti-bioterrorismmeasures and environmental monitoring applications. Bacterial infection is a common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and despitedevelopment of a range of antibiotics, the challenge continues in detecting and diagnosingbacterial infection early on, as present detection techniques tend to be time-consuming. Source- Economic Times

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The Virasat-e-Khalsa museum in Punjab’s Anandpur Sahib town is all set to find a place in the Asia

Book of Records for becoming the most visited museum in the Indian sub-continent on a single day.

The Asia Book of Records has confirmed the record of ‘maximum footfall in a museum in a day’ in

the name of Virasat-e-Khalsa, which will feature in the next edition of the Asia Book of Records.

“The museum had witnessed a record footfall of 20,569 visitors on a single day on March 20,

becoming the most visited museum in the Indian sub-continent on a single day,” Vikas Pratap,

Secretary, Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (Punjab)

Source- The Hindu

VIRASAT-E-KHALSA SET TO ENTER ASIA BOOK OF RECORDS

In recent weeks, important decisions have been taken regarding Jammu and Kashmir. Articles 370& 35-A have been abrogated or substantially modified and other important changes have been madewithin the framework of Indian Constitution. Here are a few ways in which development and progress will percolate down to the grassroots:

Investors will pump in capital and resources, Industries and services will be set up,Big boost for Tourism in the region,Big educational institutes will proliferate and education sector will boom due to the PPP model invogue- no compulsion for students to go outside for education Employment opportunities willmultiply, Health sector will grow- This would bring top quality health care right at the door steps of thepeople, Agricultural sector will be transformed and Agro-processing will take a leap forward, Ecological and environmental provisions will be enforced,Constitutional status has been given to local self governments in Rural & Urban areas. Allprovisions relating to Panchayats and local self governments to be fully applicable. Panchayatswill now get direct funding- people will decide their own developmental priorities. This will leadto strengthening of grassroots democracyScheduled Tribes will now get political representation through reservation in Assembly seats likein the rest of the countryProperty and all other rights of women marrying outside the State will now be fully protectedOver 20,000 West Pakistan Refugees (WPRs) were hitherto aliens in their own country. Theywere denied all democratic rights as well as citizenship and property rights. They will now enjoyall democratic and other rights as citizens of the countrAll Central Acts and Laws protecting the rights of women and children to be made fullyapplicable to the State e.g. Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, Protection of Women fromDomestic Violence Act, Juvenile Justice Act etc.Natural beauty will be preserved, and, All fundamental rights enjoyed by citizens in the rest of the country will be now available to theresidents of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh.

The Government of India is taking affirmative actions to promote socio-economic equality andjustice for the underprivileged sections of society in the spirit of its motto of "Sabka Saath, SabkaVikas, Sabka Vishwas” – which means "we will carry everyone with us and leave no one behind.

A SINGLE CONSTITUTION FOR THE ENTIRE COUNTRY-BENEFITSFOR JAMMU, KASHMIR AND LADAKH



Aishwarya Pissay became the first Indian to claim a world title in motorsports, annexing the FIM

World Cup in the women’s category after the final round of the championship in Hungary. The

23-year old from Bengaluru also finished second in the FIM Junior category. Aishwarya, who

won the first round in Dubai and was placed third (Portugal), fifth (Spain) and fourth (Hungary)

in the subsequent outings, finished with a tally of 65 points, just four ahead of Portugal’s Rita

Vieira in the final overall standings for women. She was placed second in the junior category

with 46 points, behind championship winner Tomas de Gavardo (60) of Chile.

AISHWARYA PISSAY: 1ST INDIAN TO CLAIM A WORLD TITLE INMOTORSPORTS



MISSION ACTIVITIES

Ambassador Pradeep Kumar Rawat met the Acting Governor of Aceh Mr. Nova

Iriansyah on 5 August and discussed a wide range of bilateral issues. He later called on

the Mayor of Banda Aceh and also met the Aceh Chambers of Commerce.



MISSION ACTIVITIES

As condolences pour in from across the globe, representatives of various

diplomatic missions in Jakarta, MOFA & Indian Community visited Embassy of India

Jakarta to pay their respects to former EAM Late Smt Sushma Swaraj.



MISSION ACTIVITIES

esmerizing Cultural Performances-Dharohar Series, held at Embassy Auditorium. Stay

tuned with us for upcoming cultural events.



MISSION ACTIVITIES

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Chef: Gopal JhaRecipe Servings: 2Prep Time: 10 minsCook Time: 25 minsTotal Cook Time: 35 minsDifficulty Level: Medium Ingredients Of KesarShrikhand :

15-20 Saffron strands50 ml cold milk500 gms yogurt100 gms powdered sugar1 tsp cardamom powder forgarnishing dryfruit slivers

KESARI SHRIKHAND RECIPEFLAVOR'S OF INDIA

How to Make Kesari Shrikhand : 1. Soak saffron in milk for 3-4 hours.2. Add yogurt, powdered sugar, cardamom powder and saffron milk together. Mix well.3. Transfer the shrikhand in the serving bowls.4. Garnish with slivered dry fruits.5. Chill in the refrigerator before serving. About Kesari Shrikhand Recipe: A delectable Indian dessert to prepare at home duringspecial occasions and festivals, kesar (saffron) shrikhandhas yogurt, cardamom and sugar mixed well with saffronmilk. It is served chilled, garnished with dry fruits.Prepare this Shrikhand recipe on festivals such as theGudi Padwa. Source : food.ndtv



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7. Jaipur: Discover The Tales Of Exquisite Palaces

Nothing beats the charm of Delhi in the month of August. It is one of the best places to visit inIndia in the month of August. Beautiful people, vibrant festivals, and one national carnival –the capital city of India charm its visitors in more than one way. It is this charm that putsDelhi in the bracket of the best places to visit in August in India. While the Mughlai delicaciesof Old Delhi t ickle the taste buds, the ancient architecture of the medieval era will leave youin awe. Once you’re don exploring Delhi in the monsoon months, don’t forget to check outthese places to visit in August in India near Delhi.

The capital city of Rajasthan evokes an

aura of nonchalant charm and imperial

regalia, something that the royal state

has thrived on since ages. The pink city

wears an even darker shade in the month

of August, which makes it one of the best

places to visit in August in India.

Besides, Jaipur boasts of imposing forts

and palaces that make the sparkling

grandeur of the city. It is one of the good

places to visit in August in India.

6. Delhi: Relive The History In Vibrant Capital City

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8. Diu: Escape From The Monotony Of Life



Once a pacifying retreat for the Portuguese, Diu remains a major source of attraction for tourists who look forward to a

soothing retreat far away from the madding crowd. The quaint sea beaches, calm environs and placid weather of August set up

this place perfectly and puts it on the list of top places to visit in August in India.

9. Goa: Stroll Around The Picturesque Beaches

India’s most celebrated holiday destination and the fulcrum of bachelors’ most awaited tour plan is at its

prime in August. While vibrant colors of beach fashion essentials adorn the place; palm-fringed beaches make

it one of the best places to visit in August in India.

DISCLAIMER: The Embassy of India, Jakarta, has acquired information from the various sources indicated in the newsletter. Though due diligence has been performed, the Embassy

is not responsible for correctness and accuracy of reports.

Embassy of India

Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. S-1

Kuningan, Jakarta 12950

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5. Auli: Embrace The Aura Of Romance

A popular getaway for the Mumbaikars, Alibaug is one of the top 10 places to visit in August in India with

family as the destinations do total justice to the monsoon season. Offering the much needed peaceful surrounding for

the travelers to escape the city clutter, Alibaug happens to be one of the best places to visit in Maharashtra.

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