Attention is the ultimate currency. Where attention goes, energy and money flows.
Don of a new era: President’s retribution strikes fear in US
Washington: US President Donald Trump has rescinded security clearances and access to classified information for former President Joe Biden, former vice-president Kamala Harris, former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, and a host of other political opponents, including Republican “never-Trumpers”, in what is seen as an expanding campaign of retribution against his critics.
Elon enters hospitality biz:
A retro-futuristic diner is rising on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles. Curved, silvery and flanked by two outdoor film screens, it looks as if a flying saucer sailed out of a 1950s drive-in movie and came to rest in the parking lot.
An opening date has not been announced, but Tesla’s all-night diner, theater and charging station is clearly on its way. For many months now, the company has been approaching well-known chefs about providing the food.
Law & order remains a challenge: Yunus govt:
Dhaka: Bangladesh chief adviser Muhammad Yunus’s press secretary Shafiqul Alam on Saturday highlighted that the law and order situation in the country remains the “biggest challenge”, even as he emphasised that crime figures show the situation “has not worsened” as much as projected by media.
Reports indicate that Israel has launched retaliatory airstrikes on Lebanon.
There are also reports of increased tensions in the middle east.
Trump plans his tariff ‘Liberation Day’:
Trump is preparing a “Liberation Day” tariff announcement on April 2, unveiling so-called reciprocal tariffs he sees as retribution for tariffs and other barriers from other countries, including longtime US allies.
India macro fundamentals strong, rupee not depreciating against any currency other than USD: FM
New Delhi, Feb 2 (PTI) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday rejected criticism over the slide of the Indian rupee, saying it has depreciated only against a strengthening US dollar but remained stable against all other currencies because of the strong macroeconomic fundamentals.
Dizziness, weightless tongue, baby feet: Challenges astronauts face upon return to earth:
NEW DELHI: Seeing astronauts floating around weightlessly inside the International Space Station may be fun but the absence of gravity has its effects on long-duration space travellers, who experience dizziness, nausea and an unstable gait when they return to earth.
Today, our nation remembers the supreme sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev. Their fearless pursuit of freedom and justice continues to inspire us all.
If India stays on path of 2047 plan, will benefit country, world: Bill Gates
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates said India’s emergence as a developed nation by 2047 would benefit not just the country but the rest of the world as well.
India has hundreds of thousands of temples:
Estimates suggest there are over 600,000 temples in India.
There are many ways to categorize temples, including by the deities they are dedicated to, their historical significance, and their role in pilgrimage routes.
Tamil Nadu is the state with the highest concentration of temples.
Brihadisvara Temple (Thanjavur):
This is his most famous and magnificent creation. It’s a masterpiece of Chola architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It was constructed between 1003 and 1010 AD.
It’s important to note that while Raja Raja Chola I is renowned for the Brihadisvara Temple, the Chola dynasty as a whole, including his successors, contributed to the construction of numerous other temples.
K. Kamaraj’s tenure as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu was marked by significant strides in irrigation and agricultural development.
Key Irrigation Projects:
He initiated and oversaw the construction of major irrigation schemes, including:
Lower Bhavani Dam, Mani Muthar Dam, Vaigai Dam, Sathanur Dam, Krishnagiri Dam, Amaravathi Dam, Parambikulam dam.
Many more dams were completed during his rule. He improved countless amounts of smaller irrigation systems.
Kamaraj’s focus on irrigation projects reflects his commitment to improving the livelihoods of farmers and boosting agricultural production in the state.
“Grit” is a personality trait defined as perseverance and passion for long-term goals.
Definition:
Grit involves sustained effort and interest over years despite failures, adversity, and plateaus in progress.
It’s about having stamina, sticking with your future, day in and day out, not just for the week, not just for the month, but for years.
Key Components:
Courage: The ability to manage fear of failure.
Conscientiousness: Being organized, diligent, and responsible.
Long-Term Goals and Endurance: Maintaining focus over extended periods.
Resilience: Bouncing back from setbacks.
Excellence or Achievement: Striving for high standards.
Importance:
Research suggests that grit is a significant predictor of success in various domains, including academics, work, and personal life.
It’s often considered more important than talent or intelligence in achieving long-term goals.
Developing Grit:
Grit is not necessarily an innate trait; it can be developed.
Strategies for fostering grit include:
Cultivating a growth mindset.
Setting and pursuing meaningful goals.
Developing resilience through practice.
Learning from failures.
Developing a sense of purpose.
“Grit is that ‘extra something’ that separates the most successful people from the rest. It’s the passion, perseverance, and stamina that we must channel in order to stick with our dreams until they become a reality.” – Travis Bradberry
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