Thursday, August 31, 2023

Aug. 01, 2023: Make in India boost: Indian Navy gets second Missile Cum Ammunition barge, SpiceJet’s ‘poetic pilot’ recites poem based on Independence Day, wins hearts, Aug. 21, 2023:Buddhist viharas were sites of business. They weren’t just ‘monasteries’. Gregory Schopen , Over 450 Vijayanagara gold coins unearthed near Ankalamma temple.

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                         Volume 2023, Issue No., Aug. 01-31, 2023 Time: 17:02PM

              Professor Dr. Kotcherlakota Lakshmi Narayana.
      M.Sc. (Math. Phys.), M.Sc. (Nucl. Phys.), Ph D. (AU), Int. Edu & Res. (Sweden 1964-65)

While returning from Sweden, in 1964-65, spent a few days in England, Paris, Egypt, Czechoslovakia etc. countries, Visited USA about 12 Universities, several National Laboratories and Institutes for four months Sept.to December 1988, courtesy by my sister Dr. Rama Leela, and i1989 visited Japan for about TEN days, and South Korea Conf. in Physics for a week in 1989. Undertook several trips in India to educate the Shivaji University, Kolhapur M.Sc. Physics students across India during 1966 to 1985; [Retd. on 2000 July 31, Prof of Physics, Shivaji University, Kolhapur - 416004]. Present Address: 17-11-10, Narasimha Ashram, Official Colony, Maharanipeta.P.O., Visakhapatnam-530002, AP. Cell:09491902867. kotcherlakota_l_n@hotmail.com, lakshminarayana.kotcherlakota@gmail.comDOB:23-07-1940, evening between 6 and 6:01 PM. My father Prof. K. R. Rao D.Sc. (Madras) D.Sc. (London) recorded it since his own birth time in the morning was not recorded in 1899 or so.

ABSTRACT

Make in India boost: Indian Navy gets second Missile Cum Ammunition barge, SpiceJet’s ‘poetic pilot’ recites poem based on Independence Day, wins  hearts, Buddhist viharas were sites of business. They weren’t just ‘monasteries’. Gregory Schopen • 22h.  Over 450 Vijayanagara gold coins unearthed near Ankalamma temple, 

 

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Aug. 02, 2023: 19-year-old Imam Maulana Saad has been killed after a far-right Hindu mob opened fire and torched a mosque in India’s Gurugram city, Make in India boost: Indian Navy gets second Missile Cum Ammunition barge.

Aug. 02, 2023:Japan chip equipment supplier Disco to set up center in India. Reuters • Yesterday 9:07 am.The chipmaking device supplier will consider opening an applications laboratory, which performs test cuts and other experimental processing at the customer's request, in India.

Aug. 02, 2023:DNA MIT study reveals how ocean s color is changing as a consequence of climate change. 

Aug. 02, 2023: Manipur violence: Most of unclaimed bodies are of people who came to India illegally, says Centre to SC. India Today NE• Yesterday 3:57 pm. 

Aug. 02, 2023: Meet Ruma Devi, who dropped out of school due to poverty, later went to Harvard University for. (Web Desk) • 1h ago. Such was Ruma Devi's craftmanship that she was soon recognised by a local organisation called Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan. She joined the organisation as a member and in 2010, went on to become its President. Ruma Devi has also been recognised for her work. She has won the 2018 Nari Shakti Puraskar, an honorary Ph.D. from Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule University in Jaipur, and the opportunity to be a speaker at the 17th annual India Conference hosted by Harvard University. Ruma Devi has also visited various countries including Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, Singapore, Thailand, and Sri Lanka to promote the art and craft of Indian artisans. 

Aug.02, 2023: IMD predicts heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in these states; issues red alert for Madhya Pradesh. Business Today Desk • 36m ago. (IMD) on Wednesday predicted heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh on August 2 and 3. The weather department has issued a red alert for Madhya Pradesh, saying that the state is likely to get heavy to extremely heavy rainfall on Thursday. For MP, the IMD has issued a red alert for five districts - Umaria, Dindori, Mandla, Balaghat, and Seoni - and an orange alert for 17 districts for Thursday.The Met office has also issued a red alert for ten districts of Odisha for Wednesday; and four districts of Chhattisgarh. 

Aug.02, 2023:Jakson Group installs 9 kilowatt solar plant at AIIMS-Delhi.  PTI • 16h ago. The project has been set up by its CSR arm Jakson Welfare Trust, Jakson Group said in a statement on Tuesday. 

Aug.02, 2023:IBC to set up battery manufacturing plant in Karnataka for Rs 8,000 crore. Business Today Desk • 9h ago. “Proud moment for Karnataka as IBC and the Government of Karnataka join hands with an MOU signing for a groundbreaking investment of Rs. 8,000 Cr to establish a cutting-edge Advanced Battery Manufacturing Facility. Spanning across a sprawling 100 acres in the state, this venture promises to revolutionize the energy storage landscape,” he posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. While further details were not furnished by the minister, a report in Bloomberg stated that the factory would produce lithium-ion cells. The plant will be located near Bengaluru, it added. Karnataka guarantee schemes. The report quoted Karnataka’s Industries and Commerce Department commissioner Gunjan Krishna who told the news site that the company plans to begin production by 2025. They would be eligible for financial incentives after they start production, he said.

Aug.02, 2023: Ukraine is 3D printing bombs to keep up with its battlefield demands, says report, with some costing as little as $3.85.  by Sinéad Baker • 1h ago. One group said making the non-explosive parts of the bombs costs just $3.85 each. Ukraine is 3D-printing bombs as it looks for alternative ways to supply enough weaponry for its fight back against Russia's military. 

Aug.02, 2023:Hindu groups holds demonstrations against Haryana violence in several parts of Delhi. Press Trust of India • 12m ago. Amid tight security by the Delhi Police, the VHP and Bajrang Dal on Wednesday staged demonstrations in several parts of the national capital against violence in Haryana. 

Aug.02, 2023:A fire erupted at a commercial building in Hyderabad's Habsiguda crossroads. No casualties have been reported yet. Fire and DRF personnel promptly arrived at the scene, battling the flames and smoke that engulfed the building on Wednesday morning.

Aug.17, 2023: 'Vindhyagiri': 

President Droupadi Murmu  to launch advanced stealth frigate for Indian Navy 1h. Plumeria to Magnolia: 5 white-flowers that smell sweet.  5d. 

Plumeria to Magnolia: 5 white-flowers that smell sweet
In the realm of floral beauty, few things captivate the senses like the delicate allure of white blossoms. Their pristine petals, coupled with sweet fragrances, create an ambiance of enchantment that is simply irresistible. Whether adorning gardens, gracing wedding bouquets, or adding charm to landscapes, white flowers have an innate ability to infuse spaces with a sense of serenity and elegance.
Aug.17, 2023: New delhi, Aug. 16 -- Russia's Precision Strike Reduces Kyiv's Naval Drone Sites To Dust; Over 600 Troops 'Wiped Out'.

Aug.17, 2023: Typhoon Lan made landfall in Japan on August 16, disrupting life & property. The overflowing Saji River caused roads located by the riverbank to cave in. #typhoon #sajiriver #japan. 

Aug.17, 2023:Everything you need to know about watercress, the healthiest vegetable on Earth.Pooja Patel •Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a national public health agency in the United States, announced that watercress is the healthiest vegetable on Earth. CDC assigns nutrition density scores to foods based on the concentration of important minerals and vitamins. While spinach, chard and beet greens scored in the range of 80s, watercress is the only vegetable to earn a perfect score of 100. Jalkumbhi, as watercress is locally called in Hindi, is best consumed in winters, as that’s when the best produce arrives in the market.

Aug.17, 2023: India To Build World’s Highest Motorable Road At 19,400ft, Near LAC. Times Now Digital •23h. Leh: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is all set to break it's own record of building the world's highest motorable pass. On the 77th Independence Day, BRO commenced the construction of world's highest Motorable Road, the Likaru-Migla-Fukche road close to Hanle in Eastern Ladakh. The 64 Km long road will connect Likaru to Fukche that is situated 3Km away from the LAC in the Eastern Ladakh. The new highest motorable pass will set a new world record of being the motorable road at an altitude of 19,400 ft. 

Aug.17, 2023:Himachal Pradesh has been hit hard by torrential monsoon rains and cloudbursts. NDRF Conducts Rescue Ops After Massive Landslide Shakes Shimla In Himachal Pradesh |

Aug.17, 2023:The British Museum — which has been accused of stealing artifacts from other countries — said it fired a staff member accused of stealing gold and jewelry. Azmi Haroun •3h. The British Museum said Wednesday it fired a staff member who stole gold and jewelry from the museum. The pieces dated as far back as the 15th century BC and have yet to be retrieved, per the AP. The British Museum, an institution accused of housing looting artifacts, fired a staff member on Wednesday who they said stole artifacts from the museum. The staff member was accused of stealing jewelry and gold dating from the 15th century BC through the 19th century AD. The items were tucked away in a store room and not on display. The museum said in a statement that they are still trying to recover the items.

Himachal Monsoon Mayhem: 113 Landslides in 55 Days, Why Experts Blame Deforestation, Planning Woes


Himachal Monsoon Mayhem: 113 Landslides in 55 Days, Why Experts Blame Deforestation, Planning Woes
Himachal Monsoon Mayhem: 113 Landslides in 55 Days, Why Experts Blame Deforestation, Planning Woes© Provided by News18.   As heavy rains wreaked havoc in Himachal Pradesh, with dozens of deaths reported due to rain-induced landslides, experts on Thursday said that unscientific constructions in the ecologically fragile Himalayas, depleting forest cover, and structures near streams blocking the flow of water are causing frequent landslides in the region.
 

Aug.17, 2023:Flood Threat Looms For Punjab As Bhakra, Beas Dams Prepare to Release More Water. Times Now Digital • 15h. A sudden release of water from the Bhakra Nagal Dam and the Pong Dam caused floods in several areas of Punjab. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has stated that the situation is now under control. However, a flood threat still looms for Punjab as the dams are preparing to release more water in the coming few days.

Aug.17, 2023:LG Launches New 'Suitcase TV' That You Can Take AnywhereStory by Shaurya Sharma •22h. We have all dreamed of having a portable TV that we can take with us wherever we go, such as on a trip to the mountains. However, until now, most people have had to settle for carrying their laptops or tablets for entertainment on the go. But now, LG’s new 27-inch StanbyME Go TV makes it possible to take your TV with you anywhere—all in a suitcase.

Aug.17, 2023:Gujarat Farmers Turn Innovative, Use Oil Cans To Protect Groundnut, Soybean Crops. News18 English • 15m. Vihabhai Mesuriya, a resident of Khadsali village, has demonstrated a remarkable approach to crop protection without incurring the usual expenses. With 10 acres of land under his cultivation, featuring groundnut and soybean crops, Mesuriya’s inventive technique has attracted attention.

Aug. 18, 2023:'Fault of our...': Himachal CM clarifies after 'blaming' Bihari architects for Shimla destruction. Business Today Desk •15h. 

Aug. 18, 2023:Himachal has seen massive destruction of properties and human lives due to torrential rainfall in the last few days. The death toll from rain-related incidents such as landslides and collapse of buildings rose to 72 on Thursday. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu blamed the construction workers from Bihar for the destruction in Shimla, one of the worst-affected districts in the state. "The migrant architects (masons), whom I call 'Bihari architects', come here and construct floor on the floor. We do not have local masons," he said. The chief minister, however, on Thursday issued a clarification, saying he did not make such remarks. "I did not say anything as such. The people of Bihar were also stuck here. I got them evacuated by helicopters. Around 200 people from Bihar are still stuck here. They are like our brothers. It is the fault of our structural engineering, they are just labourers," he said. 

Aug. 18, 2023:Bahrain to build walls against rising sea amid a climate crisis its own oil production triggered. 19h. Most of its population and major facilities are located in low-lying coastal areas less than five metres above the water. MANAMA: Already battling extreme heat, Bahrain is scrambling to ward off another environmental threat: rising seas that could swallow parts of its coast, the island nation's oil and environment minister told AFP. By next year, the tiny Gulf state will begin building its coastal defences against sea levels that have begun advancing, by widening beaches, constructing taller sea walls and elevating land.he just missed him. That man, Tamandua Piripkura, has lived his life on the run. Not from authorities or enemies — although plenty of people would like to see him dead — but from modernity. 

Aug. 22.2023: 13-Year-Old Indian Environmentalist Wins Big, Meet The Young Climate Champion. Times Now Digital •14h. 
NEW DELHI: Manya Harsha, a thirteen-year-old student from Bengaluru, India, has been honoured with the prestigious 2023 International Young Eco-Hero Award. This esteemed award acknowledges the remarkable contributions made by eco-conscious young individuals aged 8 to 16 who are actively engaged in fighting environmental challenges.

Aug. 22.2023: Iron Age in India began over 4,000 years ago. Tamil Nadu’s Mayiladumparai revises research. Disha Ahluwalia. Tamil Nadu’s Mayiladumparai revises research. In 2022, Mayiladumparai in Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district made headlines for being the oldest Iron Age site in the Indian subcontinent.  The excavation report revealed that the Iron Age began in southern India as early as 2172 BCE, roughly 4,200 years ago, placing it contemporary to copper or bronze using settlements. 

Aug. 22.2023: Maharashtra Dy CM Fadnavis leaves for Japan on five-day visit. PTI •1d. During his five day tour of Japan, Fadnavis will attend meetings and take part in investment talks in order to attract FDI to Maharashtra, 

Aug. 22.2023: Gruner to set up 100 bio-CNG plant in FY24 across country. 2h.

Aug. 23, 2023: CRPF Inducts Hi-Tech WHAP Armoured Vehicle in J&K to Boost Security. News18 English • 18h. WHAP- which is an 8×8 vehicle jointly developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in collaboration with Tata Motors, has been designed keeping in view the rugged terrain and providing an extra layer of protection to the CRPF for fighting terrorism in Kashmir. It can operate both on land as well as water and has a seating capacity for twelve individuals.

Aug. 23, 2023:Why Did Neptune's Clouds Disappear? Scientists Find Surprising Solar Link. Bharat Sharma •22h. Neptune's clouds disappeared and scientists think they know why that happened. For the first time in nearly 30 years, Neptune has no clouds. Scientists studied the detailed images of Neptune between the years 1994 and 2022, finding a strange pattern that started in 2019. The cloud coverage appeared to start fading around the planet's mid-latitudes. Eventually, all clouds around Neptune completely vanished.

Aug. 24, 2023: Over 450 Vijayanagara gold coins unearthed near Ankalamma temple. 10h. The AP State Archaeology Department is yet to take possession of the gold coins. TIRUPATI: More than 450 gold coins were found under a boulder on a hill near Ankalamma temple at Chittepalli village in Nellore district on Wednesday.  Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) director (epigraphy) K Muniratnam Reddy said the gold coins, dating back to the 15th and 17th centuries, belonged to the Vijayanagara King Harihara I and II, and the Delhi Sultanates. A few gold coins have a depiction of the Delhi mint on the margin, he said. Pointing out that the coins were found near the oldest temple in the region, he explained, “In medieval times, people used to deposit their money in temples as there was no proper banking system.” The AP State Archaeology Department has yet to take possession of the gold coins. 

Aug. 24, 2023: Best 75 Inch Smart TV With Narrow Bezels: For A Theater Like Experience At Home.  Ragini Jaiswal • 6d. 

Aug. 24, 2023: Eight buildings collapse in Himachal's Kullu due to rain-triggered landslide. 6h.The buildings housing shops, banks and other commercial establishments had developed cracks four-five days ago. SHIMLA: At least eight buildings that had developed cracks and were declared unsafe following recent rains collapsed in Anni area of Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district on Thursday, throwing up large clouds of dust and debris. There were no casualties.

Aug. 24, 2023: Black holes can speed through the universe at 17,500 miles per second, scientists say — and the discovery could reveal new laws of physics. Sonam Sheth,Morgan McFall-Johnsen • 18h Black holes can move through the universe at 17,500 miles per second, scientists have calculated. That's one-tenth the speed of light, according to a study published in Physical Review Letters.Scientists have calculated a potential speed limit on the universe. And it could offer a window into new laws of physics. The speed limit has to do with black holes — objects in space so dense that their gravity permanently captures anything that ventures too close, including light. That's why black holes appear black.

Aug. 26, 2023: This Chennai-based Company Sells Solar LED Bricks With Unique Designs. News18 English •2h. They are self-powered fixtures that make and use their own energy without depending on other sources like generators. Since they are mostly dependent on sunlight, they are a perfect option for outdoor applications. Whenever there is no sunlight, solar LEDs use stored energy that is captured by the batteries during the day. These solar batteries come in wide varieties with different designs and sizes that are suitable for indoor as well as outdoor applications. Many companies and even households are using solar LEDs as a way to conserve energy. Some of the most common types of solar LEDs are solar LED lanterns, solar LED floodlights, decorative LED lights, and solar LED streetlights.

Aug. 26, 2023:World's only spotless giraffe born in US zoo: What you need to know. Sweta Gupta • 3d. 

Aug. 26, 2023:Heavy rains damage industrial units in Himachal Pradesh, Manjeet Sehgal •4d. 

Aug. 27, 2023: How hydrogen bombs work and why they were created after WWII despite being more powerful than atomic bombs. Adam Barnes •2h. Seven years after the end of WWII, the US detonated the world's first hydrogen bomb. H-bombs use a combination of nuclear fission and fusion and are far more powerful than atomic bombs. The world's first nuclear weapon — the atom bomb — devastated the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.The force of the bombs was equivalent to 16 kilotons (16,000 tons) and 21 kilotons of TNT, respectively, and killed hundreds of thousands of people between the explosion and the effects of radioactive fallout. But just seven years after dropping the atomic bombs, the United States detonated an even more powerful nuclear weapon: the hydrogen bomb. A hydrogen bomb, also known as a thermonuclear bomb, can create explosive force hundreds or even thousands of times greater than an atomic bomb.

Aug. 29, 2023: Maharashtra: Pune-Daund Rail Section Upgrades Speed To 130 Kmph, Commences Operations For Faster Travel. 10h. "The first train to achieve this milestone was the Train No. 18520 Lokmanya Tilak Terminus-Vishakhapatnam Express, which set off from Pune at 10:42 am and passed Daund at 11:43 am on Monday, August 28" 

Aug. 29, 2023:Japanese jets chasing off Chinese drones show the island nation won't back off from a fight. Sushim •14h.emonstrating heightened vigilance, Japan dispatched a fighter jet to monitor a Chinese BZK-005 military drone that was observed conducting surveillance in the airspace between Japan's Yonaguni Island and Taiwan. The reconnaissance drone, originating from the East China Sea (north of Taiwan), proceeded towards the Bashi Channel, a demarcation line between Taiwan's southern coast and the Philippines, earlier today (August 28). 

Aug. 29, 2023:A possible future mission for the US's secretive Phoenix Ghost and Switchblade drones? Hunting Russian nukes.  Stavros Atlamazoglou •15h. Russia has devoted increasing military resources to Ukraine but maintains an outpost in Kaliningrad. Perched on the Baltic, nuclear and conventional forces in Kaliningrad can strike deep into Europe. Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to invade Ukraine in February 2022 has pushed tensions between Moscow and NATO to their highest level in decades. Over the past 18 months, there have been close calls along the alliance's borders with the two warring countries, and NATO and Russian aircraft have tangled over the Black Sea. The tense environment has been punctuated by Russian threats of nuclear strikes against the West in response to NATO's military support for Ukraine. 

Aug. 29, 2023:5 Lesser Known Gems To Explore In Andhra Pradesh. Alice Mary Topno • 15h, ndhra Pradesh is renowned for its rich cultural legacy, beautiful water bodies, and temples that dot its landscape. Andhra Pradesh is popular for its stunning temples, serene beaches, and adventure activities. But in this lovely state, there is so much more to discover. Take a look at these lesser-known locations that await you in the state of Andhra Pradesh. 

Aug. 29, 2023:Ancient brick turns out to be 2,900-year-old DNA time capsule. India Today Science Desk • 18h. Researchers from the University of Oxford have successfully extracted ancient DNA from a 2,900-year-old clay brick.  The research, published in Nature Scientific Reports, offers an intriguing glimpse into the diversity of plant species cultivated during that era and could pave the way for similar studies on clay material from various sites and time periods. The clay brick, currently housed at the National Museum of Denmark, originates from the palace of Neo-Assyrian king Ashurnasirpal II, in the ancient city of Kalhu, now known as Nimrud in modern-day northern Iraq. The brick bears a cuneiform inscription in the extinct Semitic language Akkadian, stating it is 'The property of the palace of Ashurnasirpal, king of Assyria.' This inscription allows the brick to be precisely dated to within a decade of 879 BCE to 869 BCE. 

Aug. 29, 2023: I never planned to homeschool my 5 kids, but I let them choose what they felt was right. They all chose differently. Elise Seyfried • 9h. I cannot imagine being homeschooled myself. Such an effort would have been totally beyond the interest and ability of my mom and dad. When my husband and I began raising our five kids, I devoted all my energy to creating some semblance of peace and order. By the time the family dinners were served and the bedtime stories read, I was exhausted and congratulated myself that at least I was doing a better job than my parents had. I rejoiced as my offspring boarded those bright yellow buses every day, headed for well-trained educators in an atmosphere conducive to learning. And so, for many years, my kids learned their lessons from the professionals. I assumed we'd continue as we'd begun, with all five in traditional schools. 

Aug. 29, 2023:What it's like to take a rare 13-hour overnight train in Italy where carriages 'detach' and are loaded onto a boat that crosses the sea. Maria Noyen •4d. Speaking to Insider, she said that she booked the journey via Italia Rail. Accompanied by her mother, Marks said they spent roughly 59 euros, or around $64, each on tickets for a double cabin that came equipped with bunk beds, plenty of storage, and windows that provided sweeping views of the Italian countryside.

Aug. 29, 2023:I've studied more than 5,000 near death experiences. My research has convinced me without a doubt that there's life after death. Kelly Burch •13h. It stopped me in my tracks. All my medical training told me you were either alive or dead. There was no in-between. But suddenly, I was reading from a cardiologist describing patients who had died, then come back to life, reporting very distinct, almost unbelievable experiences. 

Aug. 29, 2023:Assam's pineapples and jackfruits find place in Singapore markets. India TodayNE •2d. From juicy jackfruits to Kaji Lemons, Plums, and Starfruits, the fruits organically grown in the state of Assam are gradually making their way to markets in Singapore. In such an attempt, Assam-grown fruits have now directly reached markets in Singapore from Guwahati under a new air cargo link to boost agri exports.

Aug. 31, 2023: chandrayaan-3 landing successful: Pragyaan Rover has discovered sulfur and oxygen on the moon, while today Vikram Lander has sent Pragyaan Rover video.


Aug. 31, 2023:US Congress clears historic deal to jointly make jet engines for Indian Air Force. India Today News Desk •8h, Now, the US Congress has given its nod to the Biden administration to pursue the GE jet engine deal with India, paving the way for the implementation of the company's agreement with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) that includes unprecedented technology transfer, manufacturing of jet engines in India and licensing arrangements.


Aug. 31, 2023:Ranchi to Jamshedpur in Only 2 Hours Now, New Scenic Shortcut Unlocked: Nitin Gadkari. News18 English•3d. In a groundbreaking development, the travel time between Ranchi and Jamshedpur has been slashed to an astonishing 2 hours, thanks to a newly inaugurated scenic shortcut.

Aug. 31, 2023:New method saves crops from drought in Andhra Pradesh. 9h.ANANTAPUR: Anantapur-based Accion Fraterna Ecology Centre on Wednesday, showcased an effective method—Mobile Protective Irrigation—of saving standing crops in the district in the face of an impending drought. District Collector M Gauthami appreciated the efforts of the AF Ecology Centre in providing protective irrigation to  5,000 acres of land in eight revenue mandals of the district. 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: 
I am indebted to Late Prof. K. R. Rao D.Sc. (Madras) D.Sc. (London) for his interest and constant encouragement to publish my articles, and also to Late Mrs. Peramma Rangadhamarao for her unstinted support in my endeavor. 

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