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Hans India
06-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
My first day at school
A school is a place of learning for a child. It is a training ground for him/her. It is here that a child forms new associates, new ideas and habits. It is here that he/she prepares himself/herself for the stage of life. I was enrolled in a school at the age of five. I still remember that the first day of my school was a Monday and my mum had packed two sandwiches for me to eat during the short recess. The first day of school is often considered an important day in everyone's life. It is like a new world to us. It is a time of mixed emotions, like nervousness, excitement, homesickness, feelings of shyness, and the like. I felt a bit nervous in the new environment. The boys of my class looked at me with wonder and smiled. I had with me my English alphabet textbook and got my first lesson in learning the alphabets -- A B C. The day started with the teacher introducing herself and explaining the daily routine. We recited the alphabets, sang nursery rhymes and listened to interesting stories. Soon the bell for the recess rang. The boys rushed out of the classroom with excitement. Some of them even gathered around me. They laughed and made fun of me for being so shy. A few sympathised and befriended me. We played games, shared our snacks, and laughed together. It was a novel experience. The final bell to go home rang at 1:30 pm. All the boys felt happy. I took my school bag and hurried back home along with my mother, who was waiting for me at the school gate. While walking back, I realised that my first day was not just about learning the alphabets; it was about making new friends and settling myself as a new student. The morning, which was full of uncertainty, ended with exciting adventures and endless possibilities. Years later, the memory of my first day at school is still fresh in my mind. I feel proud when I describe it to others. My first day in school was completely a new experience for me. It fills me with pride when I look back at it and share my experience with others. I feel my first day helped me become confident in school, which eventually shaped the rest of my years there. Today, several years later, I feel happy that I went to school. If I hadn't, I would be doing odd jobs like running errands, watering the lawns, scrubbing utensils, looking after the sick and the aged, or even washing clothes and wouldn't be able to become a writer or share my experiences with readers like you. Jubel D'Cruz Mumbai
Hans India
14-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
MyVoice: Views of our readers 14th June 2025
Dump all obsolete carriers The devastating crash of Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (flight AI 171 bound for London) in Ahmedabad is a tragedy of enormous magnitude. It is India's worst civilian air crash in the last three DGCA will have to very meticulously investigate the cause of the crash. In the larger interest of all passengers, the Union Government must start abandoning the old and outdated civil aeroplanes. Dr Sunil Chopra, Ludhiana Enhance aviation safety I am writing this letter to express my profound sorrow and shock at the tragic loss of lives in the Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad. A Mayday call was issued by the pilots, but the aircraft went silent shortly before the crash. My thoughts are with the aggrieved families and the lone survivor who miraculously escaped the fiery crash. This horrific incident highlights the importance of prioritizing aviation safety and ensuring the highest standards of maintenance and operational procedures. It is crucial that the authorities launch a thorough investigation to determine the cause of this accident and take steps to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. To enhance aviation safety, the authorities should focus on robust training, infrastructure upgrades, enhanced collaboration, accountability, and embracing new technologies. This includes implementing effective Safety Management Systems (SMS), encouraging open communication and reporting, and promoting a positive safety culture. Jubel D'Cruz, Mumbai Makers of Dreamliner must assess reasons for the crash The Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad is an unfortunate event in aviation history. The probable failure of both engines either due to bird-hit or a technical malfunction is one of many assumptions. The pilot's 'Mayday' call just before take-off was too late for the ground aviation experts to avert the catastrophe that led to the loss of 242 lives. As this is the first ever crash since the induction of B-787 Dreamliner in ten years, the manufacturer must strictly scrutinise to assess the reasons for the crash. P R Ravinder, New Mirjalguda, Hyderabad. A nation in mourning Today, our hearts are deeply broken upon hearing the tragic news of an aviation accident involving a flight from Ahmedabad to London. This is not the first such incident; unfortunately, many such accidents have occurred before, and hundreds of precious lives have been lost. Such incidents compel us to reflect seriously on how to strengthen our air travel system. Every tragedy teaches us a lesson, and it is important that we learn from it. It is essential that aviation companies and government agencies carry out their responsibilities with greater dedication and vigilance so that such heartbreaking accidents can be prevented in the future. Omar Faruque, Assam Pak flag at peace prayer assembly A case has been registered in Kerala after a Pakistani flag was displayed at a 'world peace prayer', which is underway since June 1. The prayer has been organised by a protestant group at Jesus Generation Auditorium near Kochi. A policy of zero tolerance must be adopted in such matters, as recent inimical developments between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack demand it. All such activities must be considered with utmost suspicion. Dr George Jacob, Kochi Time for course corrections The Ahmedabad-London Air India plane AI171 crashed minutes after take-off, killing all except one lucky individual aboard apart from several persons in a medical college hostel, into which the ill-fated plane crashed. It is said that several glitches and technical faults came to the fore during surprise inspections by DGCA on AI aircraft. Round 15 memos have been sent to the AI administration, without eliciting any response. The safety of passengers and proper maintenance of the aircraft are paramount when it comes to safe flying to various destinations. Let us hope that the required course corrections are made by Air India on an urgent basis. K R Parvathy, Mysuru
Hans India
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
MyVoice: Views of our readers 3rd May 2025
Kashmir's humanity deserved headlines The April 22 Pahalgam terror attack has left Kashmir deeply shaken. But alongside the horror, it revealed something powerful: Kashmir's humanity in the face of dehumanisation. While mainstream news focused on selective narratives like 'they asked for religion,' stories of bravery and compassion by ordinary Kashmiris were conveniently ignored. A young Kashmiri horseman lost his life trying to snatch a gun from an attacker. Another Kashmiri man saved the lives of 11 tourists. One man even rescued a visiting BJP leader. Locals even carried the injured tourists on their backs and opened their homes to those stranded, offering them food, shelter, and transport without even asking who they were or where they came from. Yet, major news channels chose to question Kashmiris rather than acknowledge their bravery and courage. A tourist later revealed in a viral video that he was pressured by television anchors to speak against the Kashmiris. When he refused, his interview was cut. This manipulation is not just only injustice to journalism, but it's dangerous also. It fans hatred, fuels stereotypes and puts innocent lives at risk. In the days following the attack, reports of Kashmiri students and workers being harassed across Indian cities poured in. Threats and assault videos went viral. In one disturbing case, a Kashmiri woman received rape threats online simply for wearing a burqa. While action was later taken, the damage to community's trust remains. No media house has questioned the security lapses, despite reports of intelligence inputs before the attack. Accountability has been replaced by noise. While Delhi shut down the Wagah border and cracked down on online voices, no one asked why the dispensation failed to prevent this tragedy. Jubel D'Cruz,Mumbai Caste enumeration may further entrench social divides After British rule (1881–1931), the first caste enumeration in independent India was conducted only once, in 2011, through the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC). Since 1951, the government has excluded caste details from the census, except for SCs and STs. Although some states carried out their own surveys, they were not considered transparent. On April 30, 2025, the government announced that caste enumeration would be included in the next census, though the date is yet to be decided. This move has drawn criticism from the Congress party, which opposed caste-based data while in power but now supports it in opposition, allegedly due to the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The government maintains that this initiative will empower socially and economically deprived classes, foster inclusion, and open new avenues for their progress. However, concerns remain that such enumeration might further entrench social divides—a challenge that must be addressed before proceeding. RS Narula, Patiala New Shankaracharya of Kanchi Mutt The anointing of His Holiness Ganesha Sharma Dravid as the new Shankaracharya of Kanchi Mutt heralds a transformative era. Like his predecessors his wisdom too will illuminate the path of dharma, guiding us towards righteousness. As the Mahabharata states, 'Yatha dharmo thatho jaya' — where there is dharma, there is victory. Let us walk together in this noble pursuit. TS Karthik, Halls Road, Chennai Streamline to utilise rainwater in total Referring to the news report on 'residents reel under water shortage ' I submit this. Our TS every year undergoes severe water crisis. The shortage of water in summers and excess in monsoon seasons shall be coordinated to optimise the flow of natural water supply throughout systematically. All the blocked nalas have to be opened. Many open tanks and canals shall be created. All these shall be interconnected to the ongoing beatification and purification of the Musi river and other water reservoirs. Similarly all the age old underground drainage systems shall be discarded and totally new underground drainage system shall be created. Thus, water that gets stagnated during the forthcoming monsoon periods shall be made to flow freely through these canals across our state. More over the water supplied through the water tankers cause petrol loss, pollution and water leakages through out from some water tankers. Instead sealed water cans and containers in different capacities should be made available to all the colonies and communities in the twin cities. Let us utilise rainwater in total to show the way to the world. G. Murali Mohan Rao, New Bowenpalli, Secunderabad-11
