अफलाकाङ्क्षिभिर्यज्ञो विधिदृष्टो य इज्यते। यष्टव्यमेवेति मनः समाधाय स सात्त्विकः॥
The pious mortals follow rituals which are prescribed in the scriptures. They perform them with whole mind focussed on them, without a concern about the fruits. (17.11)
जो शास्त्र विधि से नियत, यज्ञ करना ही कर्तव्य है- इस प्रकार मन को समाधान करके, फल न चाहने वाले पुरुषों द्वारा किया जाता है, वह सात्त्विक है ॥11॥
The pious mortals follow rituals which are prescribed in the scriptures. They perform them with whole mind focussed on them, without a concern about the fruits. (17.11)
The International Year of Soils, 2015 (IYS 2015) was declared by the Sixty-eighth session of the United Nations General Assembly on December 20th, 2013 after recognizing December 5th as World Soil Day.
The purpose of the IYS was to raise awareness worldwide of the importance of soils for food security, agriculture, as well as in mitigation of climate change, poverty alleviation, and sustainable development.
The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) and the American Society of Agronomy (ASA) have invited the public to continue to celebrate World Soil Day on the 5th of December on an ongoing basis.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has implemented the hashtag, #WorldSoilDay, and a campaign “Stop soil erosion, Save our future,” with suggestions for activities by students, farmers, teachers, NGOs and private sector organizations.
A map of International World Soil Day events is available online, as well as a list of yearly World Soil Day campaigns, a poster with World Soil Day Activities from the FAO, educational materials, and a downloadable colouring book for children.
The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History celebrated World Soil Day 2019 with hands-on activities, and a panel discussion by soil scientists and local farmers.
TreeHugger commemorated World Soil Day 2019 with a feature article explaining how soil is “the foundation of … of green building, the plants that make the materials … to minimize our upfront carbon emissions.”
Members of the public are urged to commemorate the day with efforts to reduce food waste, eat a diverse diet, compost, read labels on lawn and garden products, and perform soil tests.
One evening
He said to me,
Come as you are
Follow my lead
Take shelter
Find comfort
I will provide
For
Your every need
Do not be discouraged
Do not be afraid
Do not fear
The path
Will be made clear
Wisdom
Truth
Faith
Confidence
Navy Day in India is celebrated on 4 December every year to recognize the achievements and role of the Indian Navy to the country. 4 December was chosen as on that day in 1971, during Operation Trident, the Indian Navy sank four Pakistani vessels including PNS Khaibar, killing hundreds of Pakistani Navy personnel. On this day, those who martyred in the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971 are also remembered.
During the days leading up to Navy Day, during Navy Week and the days prior to that, various events take place such as an open sea swimming competition, ships are open for visitors and school children, there is a veteran sailors lunch, performances by the Naval Symphonic Orchestra take place, an Indian Navy Inter School Quiz Competition happens, a Navy Half Marathon as well as an air display for school children and the beating retreat and tattoo ceremonies happen.
Navy Day Theme for 2020: “Indian Navy Combat Ready, Credible & Cohesive”.
These are sad truths of the present world though I don’t completely agree as it varies from person to person. This is not intended to spread negativity or pessimism but to raise more awareness to help us become better human beings!
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