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Outside the West, the Kundalini tradition presents a model of the ‘divine feminine’ beyond binary gender

The notion of the divine feminine is a recurring motif in American pop culture, playing with the assumptions people make when referring to God – often the deity described in the Bible – as “He.”

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“A lot of dreams that came to fruition in the 70s were born in the 60s. The Mahavishnu Orchestra was just one. Shakti was another”: John McLaughlin doesn’t know why his music sold so well. In fact, he knows he knows nothing

The jazz rock pioneer on being fast and loud, walking away from success, and why a musician is actually exploring the meaning of life

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New Delhi: Fatal stabbing incident takes life of 22-year-old in Rohini

In a tragic incident of violence, a 22-year-old youth identified as Shakti, a resident of Sector 17, Rohini, lost his life due to stabbing following an old enemy. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Modi is misinformed about Shakti scheme, says D.K. Shivakumar

Deputy CM Shivakumar criticizes PM Modi for incorrect statement on Shakti scheme impacting Bengaluru Metro revenue.

The Hindu

PM Modi speaks to Rekha Patra, who led the Sandeshkhali protest

Prime Minister Modi praises BJP candidate Rekha Patra as "Shakti Swaroopa" for highlighting women's plight in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal.

The Hindu

'Shiva and Shakti': The ancient star streams that helped weave the Milky Way

The Gaia space telescope has discovered two ancient stellar streams woven through the heart of the Milky Way, which were present 12 billion years ago.

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PM Modi, BJP slam Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on ‘Shakti’ as evidence that the Congress is anti-Hindu and anti-women

Lok Sabha polls 2024: BJP and PM Modi criticize Congress and Rahul Gandhi over 'Shakti' remarks, making it a key campaign issue.

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Can India’s Rahul Gandhi defeat Narendra Modi with ‘unity marches’?

The opposition launches its 2024 election campaign amid hope among supporters and cynicism from critics.

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'Mysogynistic mindset...': Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark in Maharashtra stirs row

In a war of words between the BJP and Congress ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, BJP leader Nalin Kohli on Monday criticized Congress. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Centre should return half of taxes raised in Karnataka, claims Siddaramaiah

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah demands equitable tax sharing, criticizes Centre for injustice, urges people not to re-elect BJP MPs.

The Hindu

State, district, Assembly-level committees comprising party workers to be set up in a week for monitoring guarantee schemes

In an attempt to contain unrest among Congress workers and leaders, the State government has decided to constitute three-tier committees — at the State, district, and Assembly constituency levels — by nominating party workers to them for monitoring implementation of the five guarantee schemes of Anna Bhagya, Shakti, Gruha Jyothi,…

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Trans women struggle to get benefits of Shakti scheme

Transgender women struggle to get benefits of Shakti scheme and activists call for it to change

The Hindu

Smart card for Shakti scheme ready, under feasibility assessment for city routes

The Transport Department, in collaboration with the Centre for e-Governance (CeG), has successfully developed samples of smart cards for the Shakti scheme, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy told The Hindu. “However, the implementation of these smart cards may be delayed as we are currently assessing their feasibility for use on city…

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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah attacks PM Modi for mocking Congress guarantees

“Now the BJP should stop lying to the people,” Mr. Siddaramaiah said.

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JD(S) is joining hands with BJP only for its survival, says Boseraju

Criticising the Janata Dal (Secular) for its attempts to forge an alliance with the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, Minor Irrigation Minister N.S. Boseraju has said that a secular Janata Dal(S) has compromised to join hands with a communal BJP just for its survival.

The Hindu

BMTC eliminates 1.5x night fare in Bengaluru buses

BMTC eliminates 1.5x night fare for buses in Bengaluru; Transport Minister Reddy says no financial drain due to Shakti scheme. BMTC implements ordinary service passenger bus fares for night-services, bringing uniformity in fare system. Govt. reimburses ticket costs, improving financial status of road transport corporations.

The Hindu

Private buses, autos, taxis threaten to go off the road in Bengaluru on September 11, again

The tussle between the Federation of the Karnataka State Private Transport Association and the State government hasn’t been resolved

The Hindu

NWKRTC to get 450 e-buses soon, as proposal gets govt. clearance

NWKRTC plans to operate 450 electric buses in North Karnataka. Aim is to meet increased demand for travel in public transport, esp. after launch of 'Shakti' scheme. 200 e-buses for moffusil, 150 for urban, 100 for BRTS. Tenders to be floated soon, payment based on km of bus operation. Govt.…

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Don’t heed to rumours on guarantees, says Karnataka government

Amid rumour mongering over the status of the five guarantee schemes of the Congress-led Karnataka government, including of the Shakti scheme being withdrawn, the government has clarified that these are false and that the schemes will continue.

The Hindu

Gruha Jyothi launched in Kodagu; all guarantees to be implemented by December

Gruha Jyothi scheme, one of the guarantees of the Congress govt, was launched in Kodagu. 1.30 lakh people have enrolled, availing benefits of ₹2.90 crore. Govt to spend ₹60,000 crore on guarantees, to be implemented by Dec. Shakti scheme has strengthened transport corporations. Anna Bhagya scheme to pay money equivalent…

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Shakti scheme: No smart cards, Karnataka RTCs to opt for passes

Shakti scheme, launched in June, has seen 36.14 crore women passengers travel for free in State-run buses. CeG declined proposal for smart cards, so RTCs to issue Shakti passes resembling regular bus passes. Passes to be distributed at bus stands/depots with valid ID card. Registration for Shakti passes delayed due…

The Hindu

Bus ride to equality, the wheels of change in Karnataka

The labelling of the Shakti scheme launched in Karnataka as a ‘freebie’ overlooks the socio-political framework where it operates

The Hindu

Karnataka government will develop cab and auto aggregator app: Transport Minister

Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy on Monday announced that the State Transport Department will develop a taxi and auto booking app similar to private cab aggregators like Ola and Uber.

The Hindu

Autorickshaw owners, drivers observe bandh in protest against Shakti scheme taking away their livelihood

Hundreds of autorickshaw owners and drivers observed a bandh and took out protest marches in various districts of Kittur Karnataka region on Monday opposing the Shakti scheme of the State government which allows women to travel free on State-run buses, saying that it has adversely affected their lives.

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