Allocation of Funds for Indian Space Programme

The funds allocated for various space programmes during the last three years, year-wise are given below:

Rs (in Crores)

Space Programme	2012-13 (Actuals)	2013-14 (Actuals)	2014-15 (Revised Estimates)
Space Technology	2896.49	2960.15	3514.61
Space Applications	575.35	591.13	736.20
Space Science	313.00	406.77	305.85
INSAT Operational	974.09	1041.00	1124.03
Other Programmes& Direction/Administration	97.35	169.91	145.31
Total	4856.28	5168.96	5826.00

This information was provided the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North-Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in a reply to an unstarred question by Shri Vincent H. Pala  in Lok  Sabha today. 

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Indian Space Programme

The primary objective of the Indian Space Programme/Mission is to achieve self-reliance in Space Technology and to execute programmes/missions for the socio-economic development of the country

The programmes/ missions drawn up and proposed by Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) for the socio-economic development of the country include (i) Earth Observation programme for natural resources inventory and management (like agriculture, land and water resources, fisheries), near real time disaster management support, weather forecasting, smart governance; (ii) Satellite Communication programmes for telecommunication,  television broadcasting, Direct-to-Home services, search and rescue, tele-education, telemedicine and (iii) Satellite Navigation programme for location based services. To enable these, ISRO has embarked on the following programmes:

                                i.      Launch Vehicle development programme comprising of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) and next generation GSLV Mk-III launch vehicle missions.

                              ii.      Earth Observation programme consisting of state-of-the-art remote sensing satellites viz. Resourcesat, Cartosat, Oceansat, Radar Imaging Satellite, Geo-Imaging Satellite and weather/climate satellites viz. INSAT-3DR missions.

                            iii.      Satellite Communication programme comprising of INSAT/GSAT communication satellites

                            iv.      Satellite Navigation programme consisting of constellation of 7 Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) along with associated ground segment intended to provide accurate positional information and timing services.

                              v.      Space science and planetary exploration programme

The Funds allocated/utilised for the purpose during 11^th and 12^th Plan periods are given below:

(Rs  In Crores)

Five Year Plan	Allocation	Utilization
	Revised Estimates
11th Plan (2007-12)	20,268.51	19,207.55
First 3 Years of 12th Plan (2012-2015)	15,878.07	15,848.60

The Government, in September 1992, has set up Antrix Corporation Limited (Antrix), as ISRO’s commercial arm, under the administrative control of Department of Space for commercial exploitation of indigenously developed space technology products and services. Antrix has taken steps to provide products and services by way of: (i) Marketing of Indian Remote Sensing Satellites data to international customers, (ii) Establishment of ground stations in foreign countries to receive the IRS data (iii) Leasing of satellite transponders on-board INSAT/ GSAT satellites, (iv) Launching foreign satellites on-board Indian launch vehicles; (v) Building/marketing satellites and sub-systems for international customers and (vi) providing mission support services for foreign satellites.

Antrix, through the above activities has earned during:

(i)                 11^th Five Year Plan Period: Revenue of  Rs 5177.27 Crores; Out of which, Foreign Exchange equivalent was Rs 511.53 Crores (77.34 Million USD and 13.93 Million Euros); and

(ii)               First three years of 12^th Five Year Plan Period (till 31 March 2015): Revenue of Rs 4764.71 Crores; Out of which, Foreign Exchange equivalent wasRs  564.47 Crores (14.20 Million USD and 63.43 Million Euros).

This information was provided the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of North-Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in a reply to an unstarred question by Shrimati Jayshreeben Patel and Dr. Subhash Bhamre in Lok  Sabha today. 

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Real dirt of India lies not in our streets but in our minds and in our unwillingness to let go of views that divide society into ‘them’ and ‘us’, ‘pure’ and ‘impure’; free our public discourse from all forms of violence, physical as well as verbal, says President

Real dirt of India lies not in our streets but in our minds and in our unwillingness to let go of views that divide society into ‘them’ and ‘us’, ‘pure’ and ‘impure’; free our public discourse from all forms of violence, physical as well as verbal, says President

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated a new Archives and Research Centre at Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad, Gujarat today (December 1, 2015). 

The President said we live in times when the world needs Gandhiji more than ever. The responsibility we shoulder to spread his word and message is more pressing now than ever before. Gandhiji was not just the Father of our Nation but also the maker of our Nation. He gave us the moral vector to guide our actions, a measure by which we are judged. Gandhiji saw India as an inclusive nation where every section of our population lived in equality and enjoyed equal opportunity. He saw India as a country which would celebrate and constantly strengthen its vibrant diversity and commitment to pluralism. Gandhiji wanted our people to move forward unitedly in ever widening thought and action. And most of all, he did not want us to convert the celebration of his life and message into a mere ritual. 

The President said Gandhiji taught us to be morally innovative. If India leads in moral innovation, all other forms of creativity which we have in abundance - would automatically fulfil the Talisman that Gandhiji gave us, namely, wiping every tear from each eye. The real essence of Gandhiji’s legacy and its continuing resonance lies in his injunction to us that all our actions must keep in mind the last person. The last person in India is often a woman, a Dalit or an Adivasi. We must constantly ask ourselves, do our actions have meaning for them? The “Tryst with Destiny” that Pandit Nehru spoke of was this obligation. We must empower the poorest of the poor. Everyone must act as Trustees of collective welfare and wealth. The essence of being human is our trust of each other. The damage we see to the environment all around us- reminds us of the need for Trusteeship. 

The President said every day we see unprecedented violence all around us. At the heart of this violence is darkness, fear and mistrust. While we invent new modes of combating this ever spiralling violence, we must not forget the power of non-violence, dialogue and reason. We must free our public discourse of all forms of violence, physical as well as verbal. Only a non-violent society can ensure the participation of all sections of the people, especially the marginalised and the dispossessed in our democratic process. 

The President said the real dirt of India lies not in our streets but in our minds and in our unwillingness to let go of views that divide society into “them” and “us”, “pure” and “impure”. We must make a success of the laudable and welcome Swatch Bharat Mission. However, this also must be seen as just the beginning of a much larger and intense effort to cleanse minds and fulfil Gandhiji’s vision in all its aspects. Gandhiji would tell us – and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar would agree with him - that so long as untouchability persists, so long as dehumanising practice of carrying night soil persists, we cannot have real Swacch Bharat. Gandhiji insisted on the dignity of all human labour and expressed his desire to be a scavenger. We must remember that Gandhiji wished to be a scavenger of our hearts as much as of our villages. 

The President said only those who are confident of their conviction, secure in their faith and rooted in their culture can hope to live in an open house, an open society. If we close ourselves in, seek to be immune from other influences, it shows that we are prepared to live in a house that is devoid of fresh breeze. Hriday Kunj’s lesson to us in contemporary India is that we must build an open society ever ready to engage with diverse ideas and thoughts on equal terms. 

The President said Gandhiji was an advocate of knowledge without barriers. Gandhiji’s life should be understood as a whole, not piecemeal, and certainly not fragmented. The capacity for compassion and empathy is the true foundation of our civilisation. Gandhiji used a very special word for civilisation, SUDHAR, which he said is not just the good path or the right path but also that which holds human civilisation together. Let us pledge to join hands and build an India that truly exemplifies this SUDHAR. 

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25 Life Lessons Written by a 100-Year-Old Man

My great-grandfather is 100 years old, and living a century has taught him a thing or two. Andy Anderson's life story is one for the big screen — he met my great-grandmother on a Saturday, and they married on the following Saturday. They stayed together until my grandma took her last breath 67 years later. In between those 67 years, they had two children, adopted another son, and were the greatest party throwers in the county (we have the pictures to prove it).

Without going to college, Andy worked his way to the top; he became the corporate manager of the dairy department of Safeway for the entire country. He earned the nickname Mr. Cheese, which eventually turned into Grandpa Cheese among the family — a name that has admittedly gotten a few brow raises. My point is, Grandpa Cheese has taught me a lot about life. I could think of no better person to give the world a few life lessons than him. Here's what he has learned in his 100 years.

1. Always maintain a good sense of humor.
2. Never be too good to start at the bottom.
3. Exercise every single day, even when you don't feel like it.
4. Don't spend more money than you make.
5. Drink orange juice every day.
6. Love at first sight is not a fable.
7. Having a bad job is better than having no job at all.
8. Eat around the mold; don't go wasting food.
9. Your family is the most precious thing you will ever have in life.
10. Eat sausage every day — it worked for me.
11. Your life is delicate, and if you neglect yourself, you'll spoil. That's what cheese taught me.
12. Don't ever be afraid to be your true self.
13. Everyone has too many clothes. Wear what you have and quit buying more.
14. You must be able to forgive, even if it's difficult to do.
15. Save your money now and spend it later.
16. Love is not always easy; sometimes you have to work at it.
17. Find something comical in every single situation.
18. If you're faced with a problem, don't delay trying to figure it out. But if there's no way to figure it out, you have to forget about it.
19. Make sure you're doing what you love; don't be afraid to follow those dreams you have for yourself.
20. Education is important, but not necessary. Life can be an education in itself.
21. Explore your world and stay curious.
22. Try not to take yourself so seriously.
23. My full name is William Bradford James Anderson, and my initials always remind me to ask myself, "Why be just anybody?"
24. Have common sense. Think about the most reasonable answer to every situation. If you don't have common sense, you're a bust.
25. Life is a gift that you must unwrap. It's up to you to determine if what's inside will lead you to happiness or dismay. You have the power to make that decision for yourself.

If you're wondering what Grandpa Cheese is up to these days, he's riding his motorized scooter around Benicia, CA, and "planning on what I'm going to do when I start to get old," he says.

http://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/Life-Lessons-Written-99-Year-Old-Man-36166279

by Macy Williams 11/15/15

The knowledge of history is an eye to see in future

This act is considered as a theft of the National Asset openly. Shri Modi Ji we all know your intentions. You will not build India but you will sell India.

BJP Government is ready to dis-invest all the assets of the Government of India which belongs to the conman man. The disinvestment is done of only non profit making assets of the nation. But this intention shaw's that what BJP is?  Under  the last Govt. of the BJP,  Shri Atal bihar Ji, had appointed an special disinvestment minister Shri Arun Shori. At that time Videsh Sanchar Nigam was sold out, which was a profit making organization.  Now this Govt. of BJP has started the same old funda to sell the profit making organization of India. This act is considered as a theft of the National Asset openly. Shri Modi Ji we all know your intentions. You will not build India but you will sell India.

Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) OFS Gets Fully Subscribed; Total Subscription Amounts to Rs. 7621 Crore; Highlight of the Issue Was the Overwhelming Retail Investors’ Participation,

REC is going to be soled out 100% in coming 4.5 years.

Be happy no mater what happenes

http://tinybuddha.com/blog/3-keys-happy-matter-happens/