Flies in London: Their Life, Habits, and Public Health By Lokanath Mishra During my stay in London, I observed that large flies often entered houses, especially during the warm summer months. This reminded me of my experiences in India, where flies are common during the beginning of the rainy season. Although flies in India and […]
Crows: The World’s Most Intelligent and Adaptable Birds By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) Introduction The crow is one of the most intelligent, adaptable and widespread birds in the world. Although it is often overlooked because of its plain black appearance, the crow possesses extraordinary intelligence, remarkable memory and exceptional problem-solving abilities. It has
Pigeons: Nature’s Loyal Messengers and Their Association with London and Shri Jagannath Temple, Puri By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) Introduction Among all birds living alongside human beings, pigeons occupy a unique position. They have served mankind as messengers during wars, symbols of peace in religion and art, companions in cities and villages, and
Parrots: The Intelligent and Colourful Ambassadors of the Bird World: By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) Introduction Parrots are among the most beautiful, intelligent and fascinating birds on Earth. Their brilliant colours, curved beaks, remarkable ability to imitate sounds, playful behaviour and strong social bonds have captivated human beings for thousands of years. They
The Silence After: A Sorrowful Reminder With a Spiritual Message Do you know what usually happens after your funeral? In a few hours, the sound of crying will completely stop.The house that echoed with your name will return to the sound of plates and conversations. Family will gather, not just in grief, but to order
The Parrots of London: Their Origin, Journey, Ecology and Cultural Connection with the Parrots of Shri Jagannath Temple, Puri By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) Introduction One of the most delightful surprises for visitors to London is the sight of thousands of bright green parrots flying over parks, gardens, riversides and residential areas. Their
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Should Family Pension Continue After the Remarriage of a Widow or Widower? Lokanath Mishra, The Chief Adviser, The All India Pensioners Association of CBIC: Family pension is a social security measure intended to provide financial protection to the surviving spouse of a deceased government servant or pensioner. It is not an act of charity but
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The Eighth Central Pay Commission and the Future of Pension Reforms in India: A Critical Study of Pay, Pension, Social Security and the Constitutional Rights of Central Government Pensioners: By Lokanath Mishra, The Chief Adviser, AIPA of CBIC: Executive Summary: The constitution and upcoming recommendations of the Eighth Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) represent a
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The Eighth Central Pay Commission: A Critical Examination of the Future of Central Government Pensioners and Employees: By Lokanath Mishra, The Chief Adviser, The All India Pensioners Association of CBIC: Introduction The constitution of the Eighth Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) marks another significant milestone in the evolution of the service conditions of Central Government
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The 8th Central Pay Commission : A Historic Opportunity to Reform India’s Pension System: By Lokanath Mishra, MA, LLB, IRS (Retired) The constitution of the Eighth Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) has generated great expectations among nearly one crore Central Government employees and pensioners. While every Pay Commission is expected to recommend improvements in pay
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