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‘Religion is a human construct’

He was identified and recognized as the 14th Tongkhor Rinpoche by His Holiness The Dalai Lama when he was just two-and-a-half years old. Siling Tongkhor Rinpoche was enthroned at Sera Mey Monastic University in Mysore.

‘Sugar cannot be easily absorbed by the body’

Fasting once a year, for three days, especially without water, can be good for you. When we fast, our body is deprived of external energy sources, it begins to consume its own dead and toxic cells, effectively detoxifying itself.

‘India must be seen as arbitration-friendly’

Claudia Salomon is the President of the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC Court), the first woman in this role in its 100-year history. She spoke to The Statesman during a recent visit to India.

‘Himachal in reverse gear’

Himachal Pradesh BJP president Rajeev Bindal had been the health minister in the party-led government from 2007 to 2012.

‘Want to see India on podium’

A global legend in women's hockey, Rani Rampal announced her retirement last month after almost two decades at the helm of the Indian team.

‘Waqf amendments are vital’

The only Muslim face in the Yogi Adityanath ministry in Uttar Pradesh, Danish Azad Ansari is counted among the few BJP leaders working to woo the minorities.

‘Extra effort needed for Yamuna’

Raman Kant, fondly called the ‘Riverman of India’, is a big name in the field of river conservation. He is lauded for reviving East Kali river's source at Muzzafarnagar in Uttar Pradesh.

‘Vision extends beyond 2028’

Meghalaya, a state known for its lush green landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is undergoing a quiet yet powerful agricultural transformation. Central to this evolution is the government's commitment to supporting its farmers through a collective approach, fostering cooperatives, selfhelp groups (SHGs), producer organisations, and grassroots societies.