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Bal Thackeray, the Founder Leader of “Shiv Sena” (translation: “Army of Shivaji”) Political Party believed that “Bombay” was a corrupted English version of “Mumbai” and an unwanted legacy of British colonial rule. He wanted to change the city’s name to “Mumbai” to pay tribute to Hindu goddess “Mumbadevi” meaning “mother” in Marathi language to strengthen Marathi identity in the Maharashtra region. In 1995, when Shiv Sena won the elections in Maharashtra, his party anounced that the city’s name has been changed to “Mumbai” and now a resident of Mumbai is called “Mumbaikar”!
Most beloved Prime Minister Mr. Modi lays foundation stone of first “Hindu temple” in Abu Dhabi, UAE on 11 February 2018. Mr. Modi addressed “I would like to request all those associated with the construction of the temple that the rulers here have shown so much respect for India. They have been proud of India’s cultural history. Now it’s our responsibility that there is no mistake on our part”. This new Hindu Temple shall be build on a generous gift of land by the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; will be hand-carved by Indian temple artisans; will be completed by 2020 and will be open to people of all religious backgrounds. Gosh part is that this will be the first “Hindu Temple” on the UAE land!
Did you know that India has announced the World’s biggest health care program completely funded by Government of India. The Indian Government has funded INR 1200 crore for this flagship health program that will provide insurance cover of INR 5 lac per family per year and will benefit around 50 crore beneficiaries spread over 10 crore Indian Families. Indian Inc has dubbed the scheme as “Modi-care”. Well, whatever is the nomenclature, the scheme is a commendable move. Isn’t it?