There has been always a major drawback of Education system in India. What surprising is that our country has built IIMs, IITs, law schools, and academic institutes, yet the students in our country who score 90 % marks, find it tough to get admission in the college of their preference. Establishing new schools and colleges will not improve the standard of education in our country. Imparting education among the youth is very essential to build a better future of the country.

• One amongst nine children completes schooling and gets enrolled in a college. In comparison to US, India has the least higher education enrolment scenario ratio of 11 % whereas US comprise of 83% higher education scenario.
• To reach high enrolment ratio in 2012, the 11^th year estimated that our country needs to put in Rs 2, 26,410 crores but, unfortunately, only 77,933 crores, which is one- fourth of the total amount, are assigned.

• A survey illustrated that just one amongst ten students, who holds a degree in humanities, and only one amongst four engineering students, is employed in the country.
• The drop out ratio, among the teachers, was also common in the high standard of business schools such as the IITs’ faculty. The drop out ratio was about 20-30 %.
• A survey, conducted by the Accreditation Council and National Assessment, illustrated that 70 % universities and 90% Colleges were graded in low standards of education.

• It was found out that Indians spend $7 billion to study abroad in universities, due to lower standards of education in India. It is surprising when the government still allows universities from abroad, to establish in India.
• The standard of school education is extremely poor in India, especially in the north zone. On an everyday basis, there is not any teaching session in 50 % the primary schools.
• 50% of the nation’s population is lower than 25 years. Mostly, the age group consists in between 18 to 23; it signifies that the youngsters form the main population. Unfortunately, in India, youngsters are not well equipped with skills and knowledge that could contribute in the development of India.

The ASTROSAT is India's first observation satellite launched into orbit, to study distant celestial bodies. The reason you've been hearing about it so much is because it's India's first satellite of its kind, built at a cost of Rs 178 crore (excluding the cost of launching the satellite) and we're also ahead of a lot of other countries. So far, only USA, Japan, and a few countries in the EU have observatories in space.

 It's a satellite that we will use to remotely study celestial bodies and the behaviour of galaxies using radiation analysis. For the purpose, the ASTROSAT has 5 instruments on board: 

• UVIT : Ultra-Violet Imaging Telescope
• LAXPC : Large Area X-rat Proportional Counter
• SXT : Soft X-ray Telescope
• CZTI : Cadmium-Zinc-Telluride Imager
• SSM : Scanning Sky Monitor

The first four instruments are what hep use observe a celestial body or phenomenon by recording the various types of radiation it gives off; from the visible spectrum, to infrared and ultraviolet radiation, and hard and soft x-rays. Therefore, these four are aligned to look at the same point in space at one time. The fifth instrument, the SSM, is in fact three small position sensitive x-ray detectors that continuously patrol the sky, looking for changes in the radiation from celestial objects, so that the the satellite can be rotated to point the other four instruments there. Think of the SSM as the scout for the satellite. Of course, this entire setup has to be in space because our atmosphere is largely opaque to ultraviolet radiation, x-rays, gamma rays and also parts of infrared and microwave radiation.

ASTROSAT will be studying various celestial bodies, as well as gathering data to hep us piece together how stars and galaxies are born. The satellite will undergo extensive tests for the first six months after launch. The next six will be devoted to observations and data collection predetermined by the mission team. But a year after launch, ASTROSAT's services will be available to any scientist in India, with a good proposal, reviewed by ISRO.
Once it passes the two-year mark, international scientists will be allowed to apply as well. Once a significant amount of time has passed for each bit of observation, the data will be made available to the public.

 Almost every city in Rajasthan is color coordinated. Jaipur is pink, Udaipur is white, Jodhpur is blue and Jhalawar is purple!

 

Jaipur was founded on 18th November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, a Kachawaha Rajput, who ruled from 1699-1744. Initially his capital was Amber (now pronounced as Amer), lies at a distance of 11 km from Jaipur. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II felt the need of shifting his capital city because of safety reasons as it was likely to be attacked by a Mughal King Bahadur Shah after the death of Aurangzeb.

Chittorgarh was one of the most fiercely contested seats of power in India. With its formidable fortifications, Bappa Rawal, the legendary founder of the Sisodia dynasty, received Chittor in the middle of the eighth century, as part of the last Solanki princess’s dowry. It crowns a seven-mile- long hill, covering 700 acres (280 hectares), with its fortifications, temples, towers and palaces. Chittorgarh Fort has received the credit of being the largest fort of India. The massive fort is located on a high hill near the Gambheri River in Chittorgarh. Chittorgarh Fort lies at a distance of 112 kms from the city of Udaipur in Rajasthan. This fort was built by various Maurya rulers in the 7th century. This huge fort covers an area of 700 acres, extending to 3 kms in length and 13 kms in peripheral length. Standing on an elevated hill of 180m, the impregnable fort has witnessed three battles.

he main places of tourist interest around the Chittorgarh Fort of Rajasthan in India are the two towers known as the ‘Kirti Stambh’ or Tower of Fame and the ‘Vijay Stambh’ or Tower of Victory. There are several temples, reservoirs and palaces constructed between the 9th and 17th centuries AD. There is a huge complex of Jain temples within the Chittorgarh Fort. A big water reservoir is close to the opening where Rani Padmini and other women are believed to have performed ‘jauhar’, an act of self-immolations by plunging in a large fire. Water flows out from a rock shaped in the form of cow’s mouth and is called ‘Gaumukh’. Other tourist spots worth visiting are the Bhimtal Tank, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Meera Temple, Kumbha Shyam Temple and Kalika Mata Temple dating back to the 8th century AD.

With 1,55,618 post offices and over 5,66,000 employees, India has the largest postal network in the world.

• The first Indian Post Office outside the Indian Territory is located at Dakshin Gangotri in Antarctica. It was set up in 1983.

India is today one of the world’s fastest growing economies. By 2030, India will become the world’s third largest economy with projected GDP (PPP) at $13,716 bn.

Textile manufacturing is the second largest source of employment after agriculture.

India ranks second worldwide in farm output. India is the largest producer in the world of milk, jute and pulses.

India is the first country in the world to have succeeded in putting a probe into Mars’ orbit in the very first attempt.

his is, hands down, the most cost effective Mars Mission to have ever been undertaken.

The Mangalyaan Mission cost $ 74 million. The recent Hollywood space adventure movie “Gravity” cost about a $ 100 million to make.

 At Rs 450 Crore for 780 Million km, the mission cost about Rs 5.77 per km. That is cheaper than what many auto-rickshaws charge in the country.

N.A.S.A. took 5 years to complete its “Maven” Mars Orbiter. The I.S.R.O. took just 15 months to complete Mangalyaan.

India will join the U.S, Europe and Russia in an elite group of countries to have successfully undertaken a mission to Mars.

The Jaivana cannon is the world's biggest wheeled cannon ever made. It is located at the Jaigarh Fort, Jaipur. It was cast in 1720, during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur.

The Jaivana cannon is the world's biggest wheeled cannon ever made. It is located at the Jaigarh Fort, Jaipur. It was cast in 1720, during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur. 

Kumar Sanu is one of the most popular playback singers of Bollywood. He holds the Guinness Book world record since 1993 for recording themaximum number of songs in a day, which are 28. He was born on 23rd September, 1957 in Kolkata and was named Kedernath Bhattacharjee. His father, Pashupati Bhattacharjee was a renowned classical singer and composer who noticed his son's talent at a very young age. When he was still very young, his father trained him to sing classical music and play the tabla. Given here is a small list of achievements which captures the life history of Kumar Sanu. 

Awards won:

He is a recipient of the Padma Shri award in 2009, India's 4th highest civilian honour given by Government of India. He won the Filmfare Best Male Playback Award for 5 consecutive years.

Filmfare Best Male Playback Award

    1990; Ab tere bin jeelenge hum - Aashiqui
    1991: Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Pagal Hai - Saajan
    1992: Sochenge Tumhe Pyaar - Deewana
    1993: Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen - Baazigar
    1994: Ek Ladki Ko Dekha - 1942: A Love Story

    1994: Ek Ladki Ko Dekha - 1942: A Love Story - Star Screen Award
    2000: Ankhoon ki gustakiyan - Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam - IIFA

14 Feet Long which took 32 Years to grow. That is the length of Moustache of Guinness World Record Holder Ram Singh Chauhan from Jaipur.

Vanisha Mittal married investment banker Amit Bhatia in 2004 which is most expensive wedding in the world till date, A guinness world Record. Vanisha Mittal is the daughter of none other than Steel Tycoon Lakshmi Mittal.

Khurshid Hussain holds one of the most bizarre records ever. And probably most unique Guinness World records by Indians.He is the fastest person while typing only with his nose.He typed 103-character sentence in seconds. He was told to write “Guinness World Records has challenged me to type this sentence using my nose in the fastest time,” and he did it in record time!

The quality of the iron used in the pillar is exceptionally pure and the detail at the top of the pillar demonstrates the skill of the craftsmen.

Detail showing the inscription of King Candragupta II.

In the Qutb complex of Delhi stands one of the most curious metal objects in the world - the so called “Iron Pillar of Delhi”, which does not seem to rust, despite being over a thousand years old. The height of the pillar, from the top of its capital to the bottom of its base is 7.2 metres, of which 1.1 metre is underground. The base rests on a grid of iron bars soldered with lead into the upper layer of the dressed stone pavement. The pillar's lower diameter is 420 mm (17 in), and its upper diameter 306 mm (12.0 in). It is estimated to weigh more than six tons.”

They are great at multi-tasking – they can cook, clean, take care of the house while also managing a successful business.

Only 18% of Indian women knew their husbands before the wedding.

It is a popular beach destination amongst foreign tourist for its authentic continental food restaurants. Beach shacks are the best place to try delicious sea food and authentic Goan cuisine which is another popular attraction at Baga Beach. It is located in between the two famous beaches Anjuna and Calangute.

15th september is celebrated as Indian Engineer's Day, in the honour of most significant engineer of India- Mr. Vishwaswaraiya.

Bhadrapura village: Village with weird names.

Darya-e-Noor

Carat Weight: 182

Colors colorless

Where Found: Kolar, Guntur (Andhra Pradesh)

Where: the Iran / Dhaka (disputed)

> Darya-e-Noor ("Sea of Light"). The Diamond, is considered one of the world's largest diamond. It weighs 182 carats (36.4 grams). The Iranian crown inlaid diamond in the world, which is famous as the oldest diamond.

The Regent

Carat Weight: 140

Colors white, light blue

Where Found: Kolar, Guntur (Andhra Pradesh)

Where: the Luwre Museum, Paris (France)

> The Diamond Kolar was born out of the mine. Then governor of Madras was Thomas Pitt moved to France. The Louis 15th in 1722 it took Jdwa in its crown. The diamond was stolen, but later found. General of France in 1801, Napoleon was Jdwaya in the hilt of his sword. The Diamond Museum is currently Luwre of France.

Broliti India

Carat Weight: 90.38

Colors colorless

Where Found: AP

Where are: Europe (potentially)

> The diamond is quite old. Diamond Queen of France in the 12th century it was approached. There are reports that 40 years ago it was purchased by an anonymous European family.

Mumbai is so congested city.To overcome from this problem,Government has biult new city which is near to original Mumbai and names ad 'Navi Mumbai'.It was largest township plan on the planet which was developed in 1972.

Kohinoor
Carat Weight: 105.6
Colors colorless
Where Found: Kolar, Guntur (Andhra Pradesh)
Where: the British royal treasures
> 105 carat (21.6 g) of the diamond substantially being in the spotlight. This diamond Andhra Pradesh in India Kolar, was found in Guntur. Many times this precious diamond saw battle between Indian and foreign rulers. Eventually it became part of the British Crown. Diamond is currently Britain's royal treasures.

India has the longest constitution in the world. It has 448 articles, 12 schedules and 94 amendments.

On August 29, 1947, the committee which would draft India’s constitution was established. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was appointed as the Chairman of the committee.

In 63 years since it was presented, the Indian constitution has been hailed as one of the best constitutions in the world.

 The first national flag in India is said to have been hoisted on August 7, 1906, in the Parsee Bagan Square (Green Park) in Calcutta now Kolkata.

The second flag was hoisted in Paris by Madame Cama and her band of exiled revolutionaries in 1907.

The third flag went up in 1917 when our political struggle had taken a definite turn. Dr. Annie Besant and Lokmanya Tilak hoisted it during the Home rule movement

During the session of the All India Congress Committee which met at Bezwada in 1921 (now Vijayawada) Pingali Venkayya prepared a flag and took it to Gandhiji. It was made up of two colours-red and green-representing the two major communities i.e. Hindus and Muslims. Gandhiji suggested the addition of a white strip to represent the remaining communities of India and the spinning wheel to symbolise progress of the Nation.

The year 1931 was a landmark in the history of the flag. A resolution was passed adopting a tricolor flag as our national flag. This flag, the forbear of the present one, was saffron, white and green with Mahatma Gandhi’s spinning wheel at the center. It was, however, clearly stated that it bore no communal significance and was to be interpreted thus.

On July 22, 1947, the Constituent Assembly adopted it as Free India National Flag. After the advent of Independence, the colours and their significance remained the same. Only the Dharma Charkha of Emperor Asoka was adopted in place of the spinning wheel as the emblem on the flag. Thus, the tricolour flag of the Congress Party eventually became the tricolour flag of Independent India.

Lata Mangeshkar's song ‘Ae Malik Tere Bande Hum’ from ‘Do Aankhen Barah Haath’ (1957) which was an original composition by Vasant Desai, was adapted by a Pakistani school as the school anthem.

 It is said that there is real hair to the Idol of Lord Venkateshwara Swamy and is rumoured that knots never ever appear in this hair.
At a distance of 22 km from this sacred place there exists an village where no one is allowed except the residents of the village. The women of the village have a tradition of not wearing blouse. The Village has a garden of flowers from where the flowers are fetched and used in at the sanctum of the Lord Venkateswara Swamy.