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| | Marked by a spirit of patriotism and festivity, the month of August holds great significance in India. August not only marks the anniversary celebrations of India's Independence, but also witnesses the celebration of Raksha Bandhan, a festival dedicated to the love and affection shared between a brother and a sister. Kerala's harvest festival Onam and the Parsi New Year celebration, Navroz, add to the fervour.
We too are adding more zest to National Portal of India this month, by bringing you more vibrant and diverse feature articles and information. Hope you find plenty to interest you.
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| |  | | In focus this first fortnight of August is a feature on Visas; and the spotlight next fortnight would be Independence Day. If you have any suggestions for a particular topic, do write in to us. Visa: Traveller's Guide: Get in-depth information on the visa process, both for foreigners visiting India as also Indians planning to go abroad. This feature will be helpful to those who plan to make a trip abroad - whether for further studies or for a holiday. 15th August: Indian Independence Day: This month we celebrate the 63rd Anniversary of our Independence. To mark this event, the National Portal of India will be coming up with some special features as: - Live webcast of the celebrations at the Red Fort in Delhi
- Live webcast of the Prime Minister's speech
- Images of flag-hoisting ceremonies and celebrations from across the country
- Live webcast of the President's speech in English and Hindi on the eve of Independence Day
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| |  | | National Portal of India is constantly enriching its website to make it more relevant and useful for you.
Citizens: The Income Tax section has been completely updated with details about tax liabilities for various citizen groups for the current financial year 2010-2011. Information on how to compute tax rebate, fill various income tax return forms in order to file returns and file returns online are all available here. | | | | | |
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| |  | | Publications: The Publications Division publishes a host of books every month. Its main aim is to get books covering a large variety available to everyone at an affordable price. This month's publication includes:
Akbar (Urdu): In Mughal history, Emperor Akbar's name shines like a star. He was a great soldier, skillful administrator and successful politician as well as social and religious reformer. It was due to his efforts that the country became one entity. About 450 years ago Akbar tried to unite Hindus and Muslims as one and set an example of religious patience. His attempt to end religious discrimination was a commendable task in that century. This book reveals Akbar's greatness in various aspects. | | | | | |
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| |  | | Greetings: Celebrations become dearer when we share our heartfelt feelings with our loved ones; so share and celebrate with our E-cards.
Independence Day: India's Independence Day on 15th August, celebrates its independence from British rule and its birth as a sovereign nation on that day in 1947. All over the country, flag-hoisting ceremonies are conducted by the local administration. The main event takes place in New Delhi, where the Prime Minister hoists the National Flag at the Red Fort and delivers a nationally televised speech from its ramparts.
Raksha Bandhan: 'Raksha Bandhan' or 'Rakhi' is a special occasion to celebrate the bonding between a brother and a sister. This unique bond of love and affection is celebrated by the tying of a Rakhi or holy thread by the sister around the wrist of her brother. Sisters pray for their brothers' long life. Brothers, in turn, give them gifts and vow to protect and care for them throughout life.
Onam: Onam is the most important festival of Kerala. It is the harvest festival of the state and falls in the month of Chingam (August-September). There are several legends regarding its origin. The most popular legend is that Mahabali, the legendary king who ruled over Kerala in an age of plenty and was pushed down to the infernal regions by Lord Vishnu in the form of Vamana, returns to see his people once a year. | | | | | |
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You can now register yourself with the Employment Exchange of your city or district.
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