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ANCIENT RIGHTS, MODERN REALITIES – THE RURAL WOMAN’S TIME WRAP International Day of Rural Women – 15th October Introduction The International Day of Rural Women is an annual observance by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)   to recognize the critical role and contribution of rural women and girls in global development. It is observed every year on 15 October since 2008 . This day is dedicated to elevating and celebrating the indispensable role of rural women and girls in the world’s economy, food systems, and resilience efforts. It serves as a forceful reminder that sustainable development, food security, and poverty eradication cannot be achieved without their full, equal participation and empowerment. Role and Significance Across the planet, these women act as primary drivers of agricultural production , custodians of traditional knowledge , and frontline managers of natural resources , yet they disproportionately bear the burden of poverty, inequality, and climate ch...

DOES ELECTORAL BOND BONDS WITH DEMOCRACY? India attained freedom on 15 August 1947 and our Constitution came in existence on 26th January 1950. The Constitution envisaged Parliamentary Democracy where elections were to be held both directly and indirectly for Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha respectively. Direct elections means that after every 5 years elections will be held both at the center and the states. Holding of elections require funding for all the political parties who give tickets to their candidate to be elected as M.Ps and MLA’s. All the political parties have huge budget for elections availing them to make massive expenditure which runs into crore of Rupees. Since its inception lots of unaccounted money has been pumped in by individual, groups and corporate before and during the process of elections. The whole concept of funding the election was based on quid-pro-quo (return on investment) i.e. the election funds were in lieu of return on investment (ROI) in form of kickbacks ...

Maggi Trademark Case : How Nestlé Defended Its Iconic Brand from Cookers to Noodles The trademark infringement suit Maggi vs Maggisun before the Delhi High Court was initiated in 2018 over intellectual property rights. The dispute arose from Nestlé’s claim that the Indian utensil manufacturer’s use of the brand name “ Maggisun” for products like pressure cookers was deceptively similar to “Maggi” trademark. Nestlé argued that this similarity was designed to exploit their reputation and the consumer goodwill associated with their iconic food brand, leading to a high likelihood of consumer confusion and dilution of their brand equity. This particular case stands as a prominent example of a multinational conglomerate guarding its brand equity in the Indian market. The seven year long legal battle was a critical test of the principle of protecting a well-known trademark against unauthorized use across non competing goods. Maggi is an established brand of Nestlé and has been ...

Maharishi Valmiki writing the Ramayana Today, 7th November 2025, we commemorate Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti , a celebration of the life and teachings of India’s first poet, the Adikavi. Beyond the Ramayana, Valmiki’s life itself is a story of transformation, reflection, and wisdom. Have you ever wondered how one individual’s journey from ordinary life to spiritual greatness can still inspire generations? Valmiki: Life, Struggle, and Enlightenment Valmiki transformation art Valmiki’s path from a common man to a revered sage is extraordinary. His name, “Valmiki,” meaning “one among worms,” symbolizes humility and intense meditation. His story demonstrates that anyone can transform their life with dedication and reflection. Did you know that Valmiki initially followed Agni Devta (Fire God) in his early spiritual practices? Through composing the Ramayana , Valmiki did not merely narrate events; he created a blueprint for ethical living, moral courage, and societal responsibility . If the Ra...