🧵[1/9] Today, we commemorate the #Punyatithi (death anniversary) of Manohar Parrikar, the late Chief Minister of Goa and former Defence Minister of 🇮🇳. A visionary leader and an exceptional human being, Parrikar left an indelible mark on Indian politics with his dedication and… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[2/9] Parrikar was known for his simple lifestyle and modest demeanor. His no-frills approach to governance, focus on transparency, and accessibility to the public earned him immense respect and admiration from people across the political spectrum. #ManoharParrikar#Simplicity
[3/9] Manohar Parrikar's RSS background played a significant role in shaping his unwavering commitment to his duties, simple lifestyle, and impeccable integrity. Inspired by these values, he continued to serve the people of Goa with dedication even while battling a severe… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[4/9] As Defence Minister, Manohar Parrikar played a crucial role in several key initiatives, including the implementation of the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme, which benefitted millions of 🇮🇳 military veterans. #ManoharParrikar#DefenceMinister#OROP
[5/9] Parrikar also played an instrumental role in the 2016 surgical strikes, which showcased India's military prowess and commitment to safeguarding its borders. His tenure as Defence Minister saw significant progress in modernizing and strengthening India's armed forces.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[6/9] Another notable contribution of Manohar Parrikar as Defence Minister was the conclusion of the Rafale aircraft deal. This acquisition of advanced fighter jets was critical for the Indian Air Force, addressing a long-standing need to bolster India's rediff.com/news/special/h…… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[7/9] As the Chief Minister of Goa, Parrikar focused on improving infrastructure, tourism, and education. He was determined to make Goa a model state with sustainable development, balancing economic growth with environmental conservation. thehindu.com/news/national/…… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[8/9] It is worth mentioning that during Manohar Parrikar's tenure as Defence Minister, he was unfairly targeted by the opposition for political gains, especially regarding the Rafale aircraft deal.
[9/9] A true #KarmaYogi Parrikar ji kept on working through his sever illness, while getting treated of his cancer. Unfortunately, he last his battle with cancer on 17th March, 2019.
On this solemn occasion, let us remember and honor Manohar Parrikar's exemplary service to the… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
A good read :
The indefatigable Manohar Parrikar: From IIT-grad to 4-time Goa chief minister - by Gerard de Souza hindustantimes.com/india-news/ind…
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This an attempt to chronicle the significant places across Bharat that Lord Rama visited during his lifetime, as depicted in the Ramayana. It maps out temples and landmarks that commemorate his journey, embarking on a quest to retrace the footsteps of Rama’s legendary travels during his years of exile.
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Rameswaram
Rameswaram holds a sacred chapter in the Ramayana, where Lord Rama built a bridge to Lanka. This revered spot is where he prayed to Shiva, seeking blessings for his quest.
Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple 🛕
Right at the heart of Rameswaram, the majestic Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple stands as a timeless testament to that pivotal Ramayana moment. Its sprawling corridors and ornate pillars tell stories of devotion dating back to the 12th century. A monument to faith, as grand as the tale of Rama himself. #RamanathaswamyTemple #JaiSriRam #PranaPratishtha
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Dhanushkodi
Where the sands of time hold the epic tale of the Ramayana. It's believed to be the place where Lord Rama commanded Lord Hanuman to build the bridge to Sri Lanka, paving the way for his legendary army.A hallowed ground where divine narratives are etched into the landscape.
#Dhanushkodi #RamayanaLegacy
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Harmeet Kaur Dhillon @pnjaban, an official of the Republican Party, shares her @dhillonlaw law firm partnership with @jpdeol, who publicly abuses Hindu deities on Twitter. On July 1st, 2023, he posted a Hindu-phobic tweet. This contemptuous comment is far more than a mockery of the revered Hindu deity, Shiva; it is an explicit attack on the Hindu community
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@jpdeol's comment came in response to a @thewire article, wherein a Sikh writer, Rahul Singh, criticized terrorist Bhindranwale. Evidently, @jpdeol, a staunch Bhindranwale advocate, was perturbed by a fellow Sikh's criticism of 'Sant Bhindranwale' - a term Khalistanis favor
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Earlier today, Mr. @jpdeol had a link to his law firm on his Twitter bio, but following his Hindu-phobic tweet, it has been conspicuously removed. Despite this, a visit to the law firm's website[] confirms that @jpdeol and @pnjaban remain as partners.dhillonlaw.com
🧵 1/ 🚨A new police report holds 9 pro-Khalistan groups & a narcotics gang from 6 countries responsible for #PunjabUnrest
⭐️Countries:🇵🇰🇬🇧🇨🇦🇩🇪🇮🇹🇫🇷
⭐️Groups: KZF, BKI, KCF, KTF, KLF, SFJ, Khalistan Tiger Force, Khalistan Liberation Force & WPD
⭐️Narcotics Gang: Brothers Keepers twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
2/ The 3 pro-Khalistan groups linked to Pakistan are: Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), and Khalistan Commando Force (KCF). Other organizations are based in the UK, Canada, Germany, Italy, and France. #GlobalNetwork
3/ Hardeep Singer Nijjar of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) is based in Surrey, South East London, while Gurjeet Singh Cheema of Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) is based in Canada and Gurmeet Singh aka Bagga and Bhupinder Singh Bhind of KZF are based in Germany. #InternationalLinks
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A 2021 report published by @HudsonInstitute highlights #Pakistan's efforts to destabilize #India through Khalistan separatist activism within the United States.
Their strategy is to exploit the Sikh diaspora, using propaganda, financial support, and even direct… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[2/8] The report highlights how Pakistan's #ISI uses the Khalistan movement as a strategic asset against India. 🇵🇰 It's not just about supporting the cause; it's also about creating unrest in the region and weakening India's global standing. 🇮🇳 #proxywar
[3/8] Interestingly, the article points out how the US🇺🇸 has become a safe haven for Khalistani activism. 🗽 Due to the country's strong support for #freespeech and #humanrights, such movements can flourish without much scrutiny. 🌱
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A horrific & little-known aspect of the 1971 Hindu Genocide: bones of victims were used as fertilizer in Pakistan.
Let's remember the victims and ensure such atrocities are never repeated. #1971Genocide#JessoreBones
[2/n] During the Liberation War, the Pakistani army, with the help of local Bangladeshi collaborators, conducted a genocide against minority Hindus. The estimated death toll ranges from hundreds of thousands to a few million, putting it on par with other horrific genocides in… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
[3/n] The Nazis and Ottomans were known to dehumanize their victims by using their remains for industrial purposes. The discovery of bones in the Jessore fertilizer godown, along with agriculture output & fertilizer import data during that period, indicates that Pakistan… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
🧵#DebunkingTheSwain 🐖
I don't think anyone on my TL needs an introduction to the anti-Hindu hate-monger #AshokSwain. In the past, I have exposed him for trying to instigate Black people to attack Hindus (🧵link at the end).
This time he is lying about India's GDP. Let's… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
He tweeted, 'India's GDP growth is 4.4%,' and also brought up the caste of the IMF chief, who happens to be a Brahmin, to trigger people. He probably took the headline from this Indian Express news article and ran with it.
The headline is misleading, but indianexpress.com/article/busine…… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
In fact, the real GDP growth for the full year (FY23) is still projected at 7%, and nominal GDP growth (including inflation deflator) at 15.9%. As of now, 🇮🇳is the only bright spot in the world with the highest GDP growth and low inflation. Mr. Swain 🐖 is trying to spin this as… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…