Author: Karishmma Rathod Khann

Nauru, the world’s third-smallest country, has launched a groundbreaking citizenship-by-investment programme, offering passports for ₹91 lakh. This move aims to generate revenue to address climate change challenges and support national development. As a small Pacific island nation, Nauru faces severe environmental threats due to rising sea levels and the degradation of its land. By selling citizenship, the government hopes to fund relocation efforts and enhance economic resilience. This initiative places Nauru among a select group of countries offering investment-based citizenship. However, unlike other nations using such schemes to attract wealth and tourism, Nauru is driven by climate urgency. With over…

Do We Really Need Women’s Day? Strange, isn’t it? We live in a world where half the population is female, yet we need a dedicated day to remind ourselves that women deserve respect, equality, and basic human rights. Now, pause and think, why don’t we need a Men’s Day to remind people that men deserve fair treatment? The answer is simple. The world already runs in favour of men. Women, on the other hand, have had to fight for everything, education, equal pay, leadership roles, safety, and even control over their own bodies. If true equality existed, we would not…

International Women’s Day on March 8th is celebrated across the world, but in India, it carries a deeper significance. It is not just about acknowledging women’s achievements but also about remembering their struggles, fighting for gender equality, and pushing for a more inclusive society. India has seen generations of strong women who have challenged societal norms, fought for their rights, and contributed to the country’s progress. Women in India have always played a crucial role in shaping history—be it in freedom movements, politics, business, sports, science, or social reforms. The Roots of Women’s Day in India: A Struggle for Equality…

ચાંદીસમ ચંદ્ર આકાશમાં ઝળકે છે. દુનિયાભરના લાખો ઘરોમાં જાદુઈ શાંતિ છવાઈ જાય છે. એવો સહજ ચમત્કાર થાય છે રમઝાનના પવિત્ર મહિનામાં. રમઝાન, એક એવો મહિનો, એવો સમય જ્યારે કરોડો હૃદય મૃદુ થઈ જાય છે. જ્યારે આત્મા જાગે છે. જ્યારે ધર્મ રોજિંદા જીવનમાં ખરા અર્થમાં જીવંત શક્તિ બની જાય છે. સદીઓથી રમઝાન માત્ર એક ધાર્મિક રીતરિવાજ કરતાં ક્યાંય વધુ મહત્ત્વ ધરાવતો પાવન માસ છે. રમઝાન ખરેખર તો એક અદભુત સિમ્ફની કે અનેક પાવનતાઓથી છલકતું સંગીત છે. જેમાં ભૂખ અને વિનમ્રતાનું પણ મિલન થાય છે. આ મહિનામાં પ્રાર્થના અને ધીરજ એકમેકમાં ભળી જાય છે. આ મહિનામાં વિશ્વ આખું ભક્તિના પાવન સંગીતથી ગુંજી…

કવિ, સાહિત્યકાર અનિલ જોશી આપણી વચ્ચે નથી. એમનું અનન્ય સાહિત્યસર્જન જોકે સદૈવ આપણી વચ્ચે રહશે અને એમની હયાતીની અનુભૂતિ કરાવશે. એમની સાથે ઘરોબો ધરાવતા અનેક લોકોમાં એક નાટ્યકર્મી નિરંજન મહેતા. સહુ જેમને વહાલથી નિરુભાઈ સંબોધે છે એવા આ વડીલ સાથે દેશવાલે માટે કરિશ્મા રાઠોડે વાત કરી. અનિલભાઈ સાથેના દાયકાઓના પરિચયનાં સંસ્મરણો એમાં નિરુભાઈએ વાગોળ્યાં. આ રહ્યો વાતચીતનો અને સંસ્મરણોનો સાર… નિરુભાઈના શબ્દોમાં… “અનિલ જોશી સાથે મારો પરિચય પચાસેક વર્ષ પહેલાં થયો હતો. એક રમેશ દવે નામના સજ્જન હતા. ગુજરાતના બધા મોટા કવિઓના તેઓ અંગત મિત્ર હતા. રમેશભાઈ શોખીન અને સાહિત્યના ચાહક હતા. નરીમાન પોઇન્ટ પર એમનો એક ફ્લેટ હતો. એમાં…

Imagine travelling from Delhi to Jaipur in just 30 minutes or zipping between Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 12 minutes. Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, not anymore. Hyperloop technology is bringing this futuristic vision closer to reality, promising to reshape how we think about transportation. I’ll take you through everything you need to know about Hyperloop, what it is, how it works, global projects in the pipeline, and why it could change the travel game forever. What exactly is hyperloop? Alright, let’s start with the basics. Hyperloop is a high-speed transportation system designed for long-distance travel. It involves pods…

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) launched a large-scale demolition drive in Saki Naka, targeting unauthorised hotels and dormitories operating without proper approvals. The action comes as part of BMC’s ongoing efforts to clear illegal structures and enforce urban regulations in Mumbai. Several establishments in Saki Naka were found violating municipal norms, operating without valid permissions. BMC officials confirmed that these unauthorised businesses were flagged for demolition due to repeated non-compliance with building regulations. The civic body stated that such actions are necessary to maintain law and order in the city’s rapidly expanding commercial zones. The crackdown was part of a…

Today marks the culmination of Mahakumbh 2025, an event that has drawn millions of devotees, saints, and seekers from across the world. A rare spiritual phenomenon What makes this conclusion even more extraordinary is its alignment with Maha Shivaratri, a night dedicated to Lord Shiva. This rare synchronisation has amplified the spiritual energy of the festival, creating an atmosphere brimming with faith, devotion, and a deep sense of divine presence. The banks of Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj are witnessing an overwhelming sea of pilgrims, all eager to take the final holy dip before the sacred festival concludes. Mahakumbh and Maha…

Maha Shivratri is approaching, and with it comes a night of profound spiritual energy, devotion, and divine blessings. It is a time when devotees of Lord Shiva gather to chant, pray, and seek His grace, believing that this sacred night holds the power to grant wisdom, peace, and liberation. And what better place to celebrate this auspicious occasion than at Shivoham Shiva Temple, one of the most spiritually enriching Shiva temples in India? Recently, Team Deshwale spoke with the temple authorities to learn more about the Maha Shivratri celebrations at Shivoham Shiva Temple. The temple officials shared insights into the…

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad passed away in New Delhi, India. He was a great leader, great orator, revolutionary and fighter for national freedom. Some of his works which are the masterpieces of the Urdu language are “Ghubari-Khatir” and Tadhkirah”. He was Minister of Education in the first Indian Government. 22 Feb 1958