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[compneuropapers]

Interesting Papers for Week 20, 2023

Working memory capacity estimates moderate value learning for outcome-irrelevant features. Ben-Artzi, I., Luria, R., & Shahar, N. (2022). Scientific Reports, 12, 19677.

Mutual interference in working memory updating: A hierarchical Bayesian model. Chen, Y., Peruggia, M., & Van Zandt, T. (2022). Journal of Mathematical Psychology, 111, 102706.

Perceptual bias contextualized in visually ambiguous stimuli. Esposito, A., Chiarella, S. G., Raffone, A., Nikolaev, A. R., & van Leeuwen, C. (2023). Cognition, 230, 105284.

Active tactile discrimination is coupled with and modulated by the cardiac cycle. Galvez-Pol, A., Virdee, P., Villacampa, J., & Kilner, J. (2022). eLife, 11, e78126.

Prospective and retrospective values integrated in frontal cortex drive predictive choice. Hamaguchi, K., Takahashi-Aoki, H., & Watanabe, D. (2022). Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 119(48), e2206067119.

Testing models of context-dependent outcome encoding in reinforcement learning. Hayes, W. M., & Wedell, D. H. (2023). Cognition, 230, 105280.

Long-term stability of single neuron activity in the motor system. Jensen, K. T., Kadmon Harpaz, N., Dhawale, A. K., Wolff, S. B. E., & Ölveczky, B. P. (2022). Nature Neuroscience, 25(12), 1664–1674.

Hippocampal representations of foraging trajectories depend upon spatial context. Jiang, W.-C., Xu, S., & Dudman, J. T. (2022). Nature Neuroscience, 25(12), 1693–1705.

Strong perceptual consequences of low-level visual predictions: A new illusion. Jovanovic, L., Trichanh, M., Martin, B., & Giersch, A. (2023). Cognition, 230, 105279.

Phase separation of competing memories along the human hippocampal theta rhythm. Kerrén, C., van Bree, S., Griffiths, B. J., & Wimber, M. (2022). eLife, 11, e80633.

Noninvasive stimulation of the ventromedial prefrontal cortex modulates rationality of human decision-making. Kroker, T., Wyczesany, M., Rehbein, M. A., Roesmann, K., Wessing, I., & Junghöfer, M. (2022). Scientific Reports, 12, 20213.

Spatiotemporally heterogeneous coordination of cholinergic and neocortical activity. Lohani, S., Moberly, A. H., Benisty, H., Landa, B., Jing, M., Li, Y., … Cardin, J. A. (2022). Nature Neuroscience, 25(12), 1706–1713.

Dorsal striatum coding for the timely execution of action sequences. Martinez, M. C., Zold, C. L., Coletti, M. A., Murer, M. G., & Belluscio, M. A. (2022). eLife, 11, e74929.

Mesoscale cortex-wide neural dynamics predict self-initiated actions in mice several seconds prior to movement. Mitelut, C., Zhang, Y., Sekino, Y., Boyd, J. D., Bollanos, F., Swindale, N. V, … Murphy, T. H. (2022). eLife, 11, e76506.

Coding of latent variables in sensory, parietal, and frontal cortices during closed-loop virtual navigation. Noel, J.-P., Balzani, E., Avila, E., Lakshminarasimhan, K. J., Bruni, S., Alefantis, P., … Angelaki, D. E. (2022). eLife, 11, e80280.

Intracranial human recordings reveal association between neural activity and perceived intensity for the pain of others in the insula. Soyman, E., Bruls, R., Ioumpa, K., Müller-Pinzler, L., Gallo, S., Qin, C., … Gazzola, V. (2022). eLife, 11, e75197.

Spatiotemporal properties of glutamate input support direction selectivity in the dendrites of retinal starburst amacrine cells. Srivastava, P., de Rosenroll, G., Matsumoto, A., Michaels, T., Turple, Z., Jain, V., … Awatramani, G. B. (2022). eLife, 11, e81533.

Visual working memory representations bias attention more when they are the target of an action plan. Trentin, C., Slagter, H. A., & Olivers, C. N. L. (2023). Cognition, 230, 105274.

Self-configuring feedback loops for sensorimotor control. Verduzco-Flores, S. O., & De Schutter, E. (2022).eELife, 11, e77216.

[444names]

Names generated from Hawaiian forenames/surnames and Chinese, Japanese cities

Adexiu Agotamakano Aguai Aidaizukura Aihanghuo Aileida Ailikiong Ainhela Akaaino Akamuro Akani Akauohende Alailan Alaizhong Aleiona Alele Alewameng Aliangpi Aliliongya Amenakawai Amiyan Angliizuma Ankotoyooma Anmishi Anoan Aokuwalei Aoleikitamu Araoda Arasakasuma Arasawa Aratsuba Asang Asangan Atsuzhou Awana Awang...

Baiuqiu Bamaba Bamini Barada Bayoka Beiyoule Binagong Buzui Chagao Chani Chekang Chentamele Chifa Chigi Chikodinei Chima Chimapawa Ching Chongxi Chonjin Chualohani Chuang Chuozhou Dabara Daizu Dakaliakura Danqino Dinchū Dongyua Ebibeo Ehelando Engolehu Eokomachi Ergui Evalang Fenda Fengling Fosuyawa Fujinjō Fujinzawa Fukai Fukamachi Fukasahon Fukasata Fukemani Fukonan Fukud Funama Futteng Gashiwa Gatsui Gatsusukuma Gotōmui Guang Guing Hagaweing Haidata Haili Haira Haize Hamoapang Hamotsukahu Hangji Hangni Hanjō Hanyaise Hanyunni Hanzhida Hasushua Haula Hauwa Hayang Helang Hendonjimo Hifeng Hililehou Himina Himotebo Hiraka Hitakyō Hiyaki Hiyosahe Honglinanji Hougashi Houlikia Houshimaki Huana Huani Huennu Huikalanxi Hunkoa Huozura Iagasoewa Ichen Ichita Ichua Ichōfudihe Igang Ikaali Imano Intokahou Iokushua Iokōri Ioleiang Ionggan Ionoyawa Isama Isugi Itakawa Itakelei Iyannōgan Izaki Izhou Izhoukannō Izukahe Izuwadong Jiani Jiantama Jiizuwale Jimanyan Jinano Jingshizhou Jiyong Kaang Kabizhoe Kaguanshuo Kagōri Kahaizu Kahen Kahene Kaheni Kahiga Kahinghui Kaibara Kaikusong Kailingkou Kaishio Kakatsusu Kalano Kaleia Kamaga Kaman Kamingliiza Kangde Kangleka Kaoyanika Kapunooku Karian Kashibushi Katoyo Katsu Kaukepina Kaukua Kauwakama Kawara Kazhougi Keakama Kealehuan Kekeau Kepinakara Ketamaui Kiahi Kimala Kiron Kitacang Koaka Koang Kokahani Kokeongua Komimai Kongqu Kuale Kuchizhou Kuguchea Kukima Kulani Kulau Kuras Kusagi Kushi Kuyama Kuyannang Kōrizuha Lamin Lehangzhou Leihuama Leijini Lengwu Leoka Liang Liani Linanzhori Linji Lohali Lohani Lohanuiha Loheng Luchizun Luokala Luoki Lushi Lusurakawa Luxing Mabeila Makou Maraki Maten Mehuan Meinzhi Meliang Menche Mengzhong Miakakanehu Miang Minakaingri Mining Minjō Minoe Misanchi Mitang Miyan Miyanji Mobanishira Mookura Morlan Muraichan Murenumani Mushi Nabuzhou Nagahang Nagameng Nagangfeno Nagoyino Nakiroi Nangdiangni Nangding Nanshima Nazhuani Nealanang Nezuo Niasatsu Nihuang Niizumi Nishuanni Nomina Obaimani Obeng Obinojō Ogate Ojiupi Okealohan Okubunkojō Okumehan Olikan Opele Owani Owuhong Palona Palua Panagong Panguchun Pauada Pauan Paulishi Paumana Pechao Piliu Pinoa Pizuoda Pohao Pukuma Qiangzhou Qinakada Qinamagawa Qinan Qiura Qiureyawa Quang Ritaika Ronbu Ruginoe Ruzeng Sahan Sahikawe Sakawa Sangoyoshai Saselinfeng Satang Satsu Sekamahou Setong Settodingyi Shana Shang Shanjiahi Shano Shaukangong Shewa Shiheng Shikou Shikuang Shinamura Shinanaki Shincaulu Shitoto Shiya Shonohou Sipohiokaui Soding Sukahoa Sukamatan Susanpizu Suyan Tabing Tacheshira Tachijino Tailan Tairatonao Taizhenghai Tajianzhoto Takalanyi Tamabara Tamae Tamai Tamasetsu Tanyami Taozhuang Tawazu Tiang Tianukaloi Toishimato Tokatsu Tonmishan Torianjiaku Toshi Tosuzunami Toyizumoa Tsugi Tsuka Tōgangding Ubaridorio Uhitamorla Ulang Ulangya Uluanihijō Umalinoa Unzhou Usukola Uweianzhou Waingshiwai Wakomi Wataru Wuania Wucha Wuganui Wuhou Wuhuangjina Wuzeng Wuzhimori Xiaka Xiala Xiananjiang Xiang Xianu Xiaokono Xiawani Xicanta Xinang Xingfang Xininara Xinou Xinxi Xinzawani Xualopo Yabinali Yamae Yamauma Yamiyoshise Yanakeala Yangshua Yannōgawa Yanweinzhou Yasanara Yichen Yishima Yizhenhui Yokuelan Yottsu Yuanjiiya Yufuchi Yuzukirobo Zakeo Zhara Zhebo Zhenri Zhokato Zhokupalo Zhoni Zhoroi Zhouda Zhuano Ōbayin Ōitagi Ōmanuhana Ōnanama Ōshina Ōtantosun Ōtsuku

[chirecinternationalschool]

Engaging guest lecture & story time session: Mr. Archit Kumar shares his expat journey, while Ms. Nidhi Lohani explores story elements with students with our students!

[rnomics]

#RNA-mediated ribonucleoprotein assembly controls TDP-43 nuclear retention

by Patricia M. dos Passos, Erandika H. Hemamali, Lohany D. Mamede, Lindsey R. Hayes, Yuna M. Ayala TDP-43 is an essential #RNA-binding protein strongly implicated in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative disorders characterized by cytoplasmic aggregates and loss of nuclear TDP-43. The protein shuttles between nucleus and cytoplasm, yet maintaining predominantly nuclear TDP-43 localization is important for TDP-43 function and for inhibiting cytoplasmic aggregation. We previously demonstrated that specific #RNA binding mediates TDP-43 self-assembly and biomolecular condensation, requiring multivalent interactions via N- and C-terminal domains. Here, we show that these complexes play a key role in TDP-43 nuclear retention. TDP-43 forms macromolecular complexes with a wide range of size distribution in cells and we find that defects in #RNA binding or inter-domain interactions, including phase separation, impair the assembly of the largest species. Our findings suggest that recruitment into these macromolecular complexes prevents cytoplasmic egress of TDP-43 in a size-dependent manner. Our observations uncover fundamental mechanisms controlling TDP-43 cellular homeostasis, whereby regulation of #RNA-mediated self-assembly modulates TDP-43 nucleocytoplasmic distribution. Moreover, these findings highlight pathways that may be implicated in TDP-43 proteinopathies and identify potential therapeutic targets. https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pbio.3002527&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=tumblr

[cybercrime-blogs]

5G-Powered Policing: Vimarsh 2023 Hackathon Puts Cybersecurity Center Stage

In a momentous occasion set to redefine the landscape of law enforcement technology, the Curtain Raiser of Vimarsh – 2023, a national hackathon focused on harnessing 5G technology for police applications, was officially launched on a Thursday in New Delhi. This event not only marked the commencement of an exciting journey but also included the grand unveiling of a teaser and the official website for the Hackathon, which can be visited at https://vimarsh.tcoe.in. The honor of inaugurating this groundbreaking event was bestowed upon none other than Balaji Srivastava, the Director General of the Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D).

Also Read: Cybercrime in Nagpur - Cyber Blackmailer Couple Arrested in Pune for Extorting Money

Eminent Figures Grace the Occasion

Accompanying Balaji Srivastava on the distinguished stage were several notable figures who are instrumental in shaping India's cybersecurity landscape. The event featured the presence of Ajay Kumar Sahu, Chairman of the Telecom Centre of Excellence, Chandraker Bharti, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Anupama Nilekar Chandra, ADG BPR&D, Rekha Lohani, Director (Modernisation) at BPR&D, and Rajesh Kumar, the CEO of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), all of whom lent their presence to this auspicious event.

A National Imperative

Safeguarding a Cyber-Secure India has ascended to the top echelons of priority for the Ministry of Home Affairs. The government of India remains unwavering in its commitment to bolster the technological capacities of our law enforcement agencies. Recognizing the global significance of cybersecurity, India aims to stand as a bulwark in the realm of cyber defense.

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BPR&D Takes the Lead

The Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D) has been designated as the Center of Excellence for 5G applications within the Ministry of Home Affairs. In alignment with this, BPR&D has officially launched the Vimarsh 2023 Hackathon with the primary objective of developing innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs).

For this monumental undertaking, BPR&D has articulated nine distinct Problem Statements. To ensure a comprehensive approach, the Department of Telecom (DOT) and its subsidiary, Telecom Centre of Excellence (TCOE), have collaborated with BPR&D to organize the Hackathon. These Problem Statements, accompanied by detailed descriptions and multimedia content, can now be accessed on the dedicated website https://vimarsh.tcoe.in.

The Vimarsh 2023 Hackathon is set to embark on a journey of innovation and problem-solving, spanning three distinctive stages that seamlessly blend virtual and physical elements. The first two stages, dedicated to idea screening, will unfold in a virtual realm, while the third and final stage will come to life in physical locations equipped with 5G testbeds, private networks, and cutting-edge labs.

Also Read: Pune Couple's Organized Cyber Blackmailing Scandal Uncovered

Stage I and Stage II, the virtual screening phases, will see creative minds from diverse backgrounds coming together to address complex issues. These stages will serve as the inception point for the groundbreaking solutions that the Hackathon aims to produce.

As the Hackathon progresses into the tangible realm of Stage III, the focal point shifts to nodal centers where 5G technology's real-world application comes into play. At these physical centers, expert jurors, drawn from notable organizations like BPR&D, I4C, DOT, and the industry, will meticulously evaluate the presented solutions.

The moment of triumph will arrive at the Valedictory Session in February 2024. Here, the winners across the nine Problem Statements will be unveiled, each awarded a substantial prize of Rs 1.5 Lakhs. This recognition is a testament to the exceptional innovation that the participants bring to the table.

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But the journey doesn't end there. The Vimarsh 2023 Hackathon is dedicated to investing in the future. A substantial sum of Rs 2.5 Lakhs has been set aside for productization and the creation of Proof of Concepts (POCs). This strategic investment is aimed at nurturing and developing the winning ideas further, creating practical tools and solutions that can make a real difference in the realm of Law Enforcement Agencies.

The overarching vision of Vimarsh 2023 is to propel India into a new era of technological advancement, using 5G to enhance the safety and security of its citizens. As the Hackathon unfolds and brilliant minds converge to tackle the challenges faced by law enforcement, the horizon of cyber safety in India shines brighter than ever. Vimarsh 2023 isn't just a competition; it's a movement, an initiative that paves the way for a safer and more secure future for all.

Source: https://www.the420.in/5g-powered-policing-vimarsh-2023-hackathon-puts-cybersecurity-center-stage/

[marwahstudios]

Sandeep Marwah Honored with Iconic Award at Tourism Summit

New Delhi: Thirty-two years back I gave one word to English dictionary that is Film and Cultural Tourism, nobody could understand it. Today every country is talking about Film and Cultural Tourism and to honor my own term we have been able to attract approximately three million people to Noida Film City. We are also associated with seven thousand five hundred cultural events at Marwah Studios,” said Dr. Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios and Chancellor of AAFT University of Media and Arts while talking to the press at ITC Maurya during Iconic Awards 2023 designed by Jyoti Mayal of Redhat Communications.

The award was presented to Sandeep Marwah by Vinod Kumar Duggal former Governor of Manipur & Mizoram and Arvind Singh Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India in the presence of large audience representing Tourism, Travel & Hospitality Industry and people from different strata of life.

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Adventures are the best way to learn. The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page,” expressed Jyoti Mayal while introducing the awards. “This is an annual feature of Redhat Communications, and we select people from travel, tourism, and Hospitality Industry for this prestigious Iconic Awards for their extra ordinary contribution to nation building,”. She added.

Earlier a panel discussion on tourism took place and some prominent people like Deepa Gopalan Wadhwa former Indian Ambassador to Japan, Nakul Anand Executive Director ITC Limited, Rupinder Brar Principal Commissioner of Income Tax Mumbai, Mohammad Sarhan Vice President Emirates, H.E. Nguyen Thanh Hai Ambassador of Vietnam to India, Vir Sanghvi Author and Journalist were the panelists.

Harin Fernando Minister of Tourism & Lands Government of Sri Lanka, H.E. Firat Sunel Ambassador of Turkey to India, H.E. Agis Loizou Ambassador of Cyprus, H.E. Dr. Ashraf Shikhaliyev Ambassador of Azerbaijan, H.E. Wael Mohamed Awad Hamed Ambassador of Egypt, H.E. Sinisa Pavic Ambassador of Serbia, H.E. Akhatov Dilshod Khamidovich Ambassador of Uzbekistan, H.E. G.M. Chipare Ambassador of Zimbabwe, K.L. Ganju Consular General of Comoros, and Ambassador Anil Wadhwa were also present there.

Rajeev Talwar CEO & Director DLF Developers Ltd, Madhu Jain Fashion Designer, Shazia IIlmi Politician & Journalist, Parineeta Sethi Chief Editor Global Spa India & Middle East & Peaklife, Ashwani Lohani former Chairman Railway Board & CMD Air India, Kapil Kaul CEO & Director CAPA India, Balbir Mayal Principal Advisor Redhat Communications, Naveen Jafa Historian & Dancer, Rituraj Khanna CEO Q Events, and Vishnu Shankar Chef Editor Global Spa & Middle East & Peaklife were the members of jury.

[tallmantall]

#JamesDonaldson On #MentalHealth -  What Happens When Happy People Die By #Suicide

Perhaps the most controversial ‘final’ act of life, any life, should always start conversations around #mentalhealth. And it is, perhaps, the unlikelier cases of #suicide that should ring louder warning bells for society at large Nusmila Lohani One of the most active and happy #Instagram profiles is, perhaps, #tWitch's.  His face is a familiar one, one that carved out a space in the entertainment industry in #America at least 14 years ago when he auditioned in So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD). It's a televised #American dance competition, where participants dance through cutthroat stages of the competition to reach the finals or make the top 10 list. From that list, many have moved on in their careers to bigger things, expanding the limelight that the reality TV show accumulated for them.  #tWitch was one of them.  I primarily follow #tWitch on #Instagram where he has over 4 million followers. On the #socialmedia platform, between paid partnerships, business ventures and collaborations with other dancers along with features of his co-founded dance studio, #tWitch seemed to have been doing great with his wife (who was an SYTYCD 2nd season contestant) and three beautiful #children.  His name was not just well-known in America's dancers' community, but a popular one even in some circles of A-list Hollywood celebrities.  On 13 December 2022, Stephen Laurel "tWitch" Boss died by #suicide, having recently celebrated his 40th birthday and nine years married to his wife. According to the LA County Medical Examiner, there was "no foul play" and reportedly there is a #suicide note left behind by #tWitch, the content of which has not been revealed to the media.  When the news broke, it first took me back to 2008.  I was rooting for #tWitch to win the SYTYCD 4th season that used to air on AXN, mostly because I enjoyed replicating some of his easier dance moves. #tWitch – the Alabama native on the Los Angeles SYTYCD stage – brought a lot of joy to me, the closet dancer in Dhaka who would fight over the TV remote with her older sister.  #tWitch came second place, breaking my teenage heart. And eventually, I stopped watching the show thus relinquishing my 'avid' SYTYCD TV audience status.  But #tWitch rose.  He went on to star in movies and in a short time, started to work as the resident DJ on The #EllenDegeneresShow. Reportedly, he also became a co-executive producer on the show in 2020, the same year when Ellen Degeneres faced intense backlash over a toxic work environment spanning #racial discrimination and #sexualharassment allegations.  #tWitch maintained his support for Degeneres, and said "We can't speak too much legally about it, but I'll say this, there's been love," in an interview later on.      When the news of #tWitch's #suicide broke, it took me back to his #Instagram profile next.  I stand corrected, it is one of the most active and happy feeds. I drowned myself in tributes that #Instagram users paid to #tWitch. Many are from celebrities and blue tick account holders. The ones who knew him kept saying, he was the "light" in the room and the life and joy of the party.  I understand how #socialmedia profiles seldom mirror a person's state of mind, let alone offer the real-life picture of public figures. But with this case, something else tugged at me, how a 'happy,' young (yes, 40 is young) public figure, who seemingly had a good life, died by #suicide.  And this took me to 2014.  #RobinWilliams -  in my opinion, not just the greatest comedian but also one of the greatest actors - died by #suicide at the age of 63. This shook the world, causing ripples of disbelief and shock beyond borders. More so because of the happy and joyful persona that defined his illustrious career.  Williams was misdiagnosed with Parkinson's disease before his death, according to his wife, who went on to learn of Lewy body #dementia with which the actor was diagnosed following an autopsy on his brain, reported #CNN.  What can we learn from unlikely cases of #suicide  The objective is not to limit the category of unlikely cases to those who are wealthy because that logic is primitive in thinking that wealth and/or fame, by default, can resolve #mentalhealthissues. But to broaden our perspective and dismantle our internalized typecasting of "likely" cases of #suicide. For one, seemingly happy people may be suffering from #suicidalideation. And for those who are already dealing with #suicidalideation, death by #suicide of seemingly happy public figures may work as a trigger.    Frankly, we know little to nothing about a person's state of mind or their cognitive dissonance. This 'person' can be our colleagues, friends and family members. And the more we continue to avoid, demean, mock or discourage discourse on #mentalhealth, the more we continue to walk on the same path that leads to preventable final acts.    #James Donaldson notes:Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticleOrder your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,#CelebratingYourGiftofLife:From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy www.celebratingyourgiftoflife.com Suicides have claimed nearly double the number of Bangladesh lives in 2020, compared to the deaths from #Covid-19. Nearly half of the suicides were from young #adults, with 35% in the age range of five to 19 years. In fact, as many as 364 students in the country's education institutions committed #suicide from January to August of this year, according to a survey by the Aachol Foundation.  Earlier this year, speaking to TBS on the uptick in suicides among students, Tawhida Shiropa, Founder and CEO of Moner Bondhu said "More than their socio-economic state of affairs, the lack of sympathy and empathy had led them to take such a decision. I believe a little touch of empathy could have changed their whole trajectory for a few of them." This probably does not need to mean that we, individually, carry the responsibility to save people from dying by #suicide. Rather, we should strive to collectively build a support system and environment that essentially welcomes dialogue on #mentalhealth.  What we now have is a wall blocking discourse on #mentalhealth at every level, be it the dinner table conversations that still remain outdated because older generations refuse to understand what therapy is or the existence of #mentalhealth.  Or we have educational institutions, corporate worlds and industries that remain determined to focus with a hyperbolic intensity on advancements and progress reports than the #mentalhealth of its people. It's almost like the #Covid-19 #pandemic never happened nor did its incredible toll on human lives.  #RobinWilliams once said, "Comedy can be a cathartic way to deal with personal #trauma." And tWitch once said "As dancers, especially for myself, personally, dance constitutes a lot of the conversation that I have. While I'm not a ridiculous wordsmith and I can't clearly verbalize the things that I'm feeling sometimes, I'd say that I can emote how I feel by dancing, 100% of the time, and fearlessly at that." The common thread, albeit a little stretched, is curious. They both spoke of expressing themselves through their art.   This year will end in a few days. Many of us must be mulling over our year's personal progress report. This could be an opportune time to spare a moment on how we perceive #mentalhealth, both at an individual level and at a collective level. We could also consider seeing #mentalhealth in two-fold: How we can assist those who are silently, or otherwise, suffering. And how we can learn, for ourselves, to ask for help when we need to.   This is a tall order, granted. But the most simple step forward could be to be kind to each other and become open to having conversations about #mentalhealth. By doing just this, perhaps, in the new year, we will collectively step on the same page in the 21st century on understanding #suicidalideations and create environments that start a discourse on #mentalhealth.  Otherwise, we will continue to have people, some of great talent, resorting to expressing themselves through their works of art, or other channels. And then seek refuge in their last resort, which the world will not hesitate to call their most controversial and selfish 'final' act. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Read the full article

[rajeevpradhan]

MALA SINHA WITH HER HUSBAND CHIDAMBAR PRASAD LOHANI

[softness-and-shattering]

Apparently I had spoons to share so I did some digging:

I put their address into google and they do have a sign at that address as of when the street view camera went around. It doesn't look like a shopfront, nor an office building. And its strange they would only have one branch and its in the US, wouldn't their main customer base be first and foremost Aboriginal peoples? Or at least, people on the same continent?

I also find it odd that they don't have prices listed, I've never seen a fabric store where you have to contact them for a quote. They even have a "where to buy" tab that just leads you back to a request form.  

After a bit more research, I’m not actually sure.

Ive found two different US-based websites that claim to sell their designs, for named prices, one of which doesnt have a physical address (and has free shipping “from Florida to USA” whatever that means) (https://fabrilish.com/pages/contact-us)  while the other is based in Port Gamble, Washington (https://quiltedstrait.com/collections/m-s-textiles). There is also one Australian site with a VIC address and no storefront (https://www.ozquilts.com.au/m-and-s-textiles.html).

I found a poster naming their designers.(https://australianmade.com.au/assets/4c63b90c-e1e6-4fc2-8a71-0c9abfe456de.pdf) I only searched a few and the designers seem to be real people.

Now this is where it maybe gets weirder. Their Australian Business Number (ABN) that gives them the right to trade in Australia lists the Director as Shamsuzzaman Lohani. Two people come up on a search for that name, a Dr. S Lohani Shams who apparently founded the Bangladesh-Australia Foundation in Melbourne and does philanthropy, or a different Shamsuzzaman Shams, a reporter who was arrested by the Bangladeshi government in 2011 for writing a report on the cost of living. Neither seem likely candidates for being Director of an Australian Aboriginal textiles company.

Two other small things, firstly when the ABN was first registered in 2000 it was under the trading name ‘Books ’N’ Things’. The business name ‘Warrina Designs’ was registered in 2007, ‘Warrina Art Gallery’ in April 2011 and ‘ M & S Textiles Australia; in November 2011. It also says ‘ABN last updated 2019’ but doesnt list what change was made then.

Secondly, on their website theres that nice photo of the fabrics in a display. Where is that display? Is it in their main office, for purely decorative purposes? Also, none of the images I’ve seen of their products are taken in physical spaces, theyre all digital images.

In conclusion, some aspects of this company seem legit and some seem incredibly sketchy to me. I have no idea. I might suggest looking up the individual artists and buying their designs from elsewhere. 

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[thenewslines]

Ashwani Lohani joins GMR Group firm as CEO

Ashwani Lohani joins GMR Group firm as CEO

Ashwani Lohani (File photo)

NEW DELHI: Ashwani Lohani, the “turnaround specialist” who headed Railway Board and Air India, has now joined infra major GMR Group as CEO of its Services Business. The group, which is India’s biggest private sector airport developer, is now eying railway stations as the government plans to run many of them the PPP way. GMR Group’s Services Business includes…

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Bureaucratic Reshuffle: Sushil Lohani Appointed CEO Odisha Bhubaneswar: Odisha government on Thursday effected a minor reshuffle in bureaucracy and appointed Sushil Kumar Lohani as the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of the State.

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#JamesDonaldson On #MentalHealth -  What Happens When Happy People Die By #Suicide

Perhaps the most controversial ‘final’ act of life, any life, should always start conversations around #mentalhealth. And it is, perhaps, the unlikelier cases of #suicide that should ring louder warning bells for society at large Nusmila Lohani One of the most active and happy #Instagram profiles is, perhaps, #tWitch's.  His face is a familiar one, one that carved out a space in the entertainment industry in #America at least 14 years ago when he auditioned in So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD). It's a televised #American dance competition, where participants dance through cutthroat stages of the competition to reach the finals or make the top 10 list. From that list, many have moved on in their careers to bigger things, expanding the limelight that the reality TV show accumulated for them.  #tWitch was one of them.  I primarily follow #tWitch on #Instagram where he has over 4 million followers. On the #socialmedia platform, between paid partnerships, business ventures and collaborations with other dancers along with features of his co-founded dance studio, #tWitch seemed to have been doing great with his wife (who was an SYTYCD 2nd season contestant) and three beautiful #children.  His name was not just well-known in America's dancers' community, but a popular one even in some circles of A-list Hollywood celebrities.  On 13 December 2022, Stephen Laurel "tWitch" Boss died by #suicide, having recently celebrated his 40th birthday and nine years married to his wife. According to the LA County Medical Examiner, there was "no foul play" and reportedly there is a #suicide note left behind by #tWitch, the content of which has not been revealed to the media.  When the news broke, it first took me back to 2008.  I was rooting for #tWitch to win the SYTYCD 4th season that used to air on AXN, mostly because I enjoyed replicating some of his easier dance moves. #tWitch – the Alabama native on the Los Angeles SYTYCD stage – brought a lot of joy to me, the closet dancer in Dhaka who would fight over the TV remote with her older sister.  #tWitch came second place, breaking my teenage heart. And eventually, I stopped watching the show thus relinquishing my 'avid' SYTYCD TV audience status.  But #tWitch rose.  He went on to star in movies and in a short time, started to work as the resident DJ on The #EllenDegeneresShow. Reportedly, he also became a co-executive producer on the show in 2020, the same year when Ellen Degeneres faced intense backlash over a toxic work environment spanning #racial discrimination and #sexualharassment allegations.  #tWitch maintained his support for Degeneres, and said "We can't speak too much legally about it, but I'll say this, there's been love," in an interview later on.      When the news of #tWitch's #suicide broke, it took me back to his #Instagram profile next.  I stand corrected, it is one of the most active and happy feeds. I drowned myself in tributes that #Instagram users paid to #tWitch. Many are from celebrities and blue tick account holders. The ones who knew him kept saying, he was the "light" in the room and the life and joy of the party.  I understand how #socialmedia profiles seldom mirror a person's state of mind, let alone offer the real-life picture of public figures. But with this case, something else tugged at me, how a 'happy,' young (yes, 40 is young) public figure, who seemingly had a good life, died by #suicide.  And this took me to 2014.  #RobinWilliams -  in my opinion, not just the greatest comedian but also one of the greatest actors - died by #suicide at the age of 63. This shook the world, causing ripples of disbelief and shock beyond borders. More so because of the happy and joyful persona that defined his illustrious career.  Williams was misdiagnosed with Parkinson's disease before his death, according to his wife, who went on to learn of Lewy body #dementia with which the actor was diagnosed following an autopsy on his brain, reported #CNN.  What can we learn from unlikely cases of #suicide  The objective is not to limit the category of unlikely cases to those who are wealthy because that logic is primitive in thinking that wealth and/or fame, by default, can resolve #mentalhealthissues. But to broaden our perspective and dismantle our internalized typecasting of "likely" cases of #suicide. For one, seemingly happy people may be suffering from #suicidalideation. And for those who are already dealing with #suicidalideation, death by #suicide of seemingly happy public figures may work as a trigger.    Frankly, we know little to nothing about a person's state of mind or their cognitive dissonance. This 'person' can be our colleagues, friends and family members. And the more we continue to avoid, demean, mock or discourage discourse on #mentalhealth, the more we continue to walk on the same path that leads to preventable final acts.    #James Donaldson notes:Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticleOrder your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,#CelebratingYourGiftofLife:From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy www.celebratingyourgiftoflife.com Suicides have claimed nearly double the number of Bangladesh lives in 2020, compared to the deaths from #Covid-19. Nearly half of the suicides were from young #adults, with 35% in the age range of five to 19 years. In fact, as many as 364 students in the country's education institutions committed #suicide from January to August of this year, according to a survey by the Aachol Foundation.  Earlier this year, speaking to TBS on the uptick in suicides among students, Tawhida Shiropa, Founder and CEO of Moner Bondhu said "More than their socio-economic state of affairs, the lack of sympathy and empathy had led them to take such a decision. I believe a little touch of empathy could have changed their whole trajectory for a few of them." This probably does not need to mean that we, individually, carry the responsibility to save people from dying by #suicide. Rather, we should strive to collectively build a support system and environment that essentially welcomes dialogue on #mentalhealth.  What we now have is a wall blocking discourse on #mentalhealth at every level, be it the dinner table conversations that still remain outdated because older generations refuse to understand what therapy is or the existence of #mentalhealth.  Or we have educational institutions, corporate worlds and industries that remain determined to focus with a hyperbolic intensity on advancements and progress reports than the #mentalhealth of its people. It's almost like the #Covid-19 #pandemic never happened nor did its incredible toll on human lives.  #RobinWilliams once said, "Comedy can be a cathartic way to deal with personal #trauma." And tWitch once said "As dancers, especially for myself, personally, dance constitutes a lot of the conversation that I have. While I'm not a ridiculous wordsmith and I can't clearly verbalize the things that I'm feeling sometimes, I'd say that I can emote how I feel by dancing, 100% of the time, and fearlessly at that." The common thread, albeit a little stretched, is curious. They both spoke of expressing themselves through their art.   This year will end in a few days. Many of us must be mulling over our year's personal progress report. This could be an opportune time to spare a moment on how we perceive #mentalhealth, both at an individual level and at a collective level. We could also consider seeing #mentalhealth in two-fold: How we can assist those who are silently, or otherwise, suffering. And how we can learn, for ourselves, to ask for help when we need to.   This is a tall order, granted. But the most simple step forward could be to be kind to each other and become open to having conversations about #mentalhealth. By doing just this, perhaps, in the new year, we will collectively step on the same page in the 21st century on understanding #suicidalideations and create environments that start a discourse on #mentalhealth.  Otherwise, we will continue to have people, some of great talent, resorting to expressing themselves through their works of art, or other channels. And then seek refuge in their last resort, which the world will not hesitate to call their most controversial and selfish 'final' act. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Read the full article

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JALESH CRUISE | India's First Ever Luxury Cruise Ship| Indian Vlogger Rahuol lohani

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nighttime falls over the city in a slow sunset. jasper doesn’t know how long he’s been on the roof basking in it; but, by the time he finally decides to go inside for a shower, a chill’s started to set in. it’s pleasant, though, not unlike those nights of below 50s temperature back home in baton rogue. he makes a note to himself to come back out when he’s clean and fed; maybe get some woodwork in under the moonlight. but, the thought leaves him when his phone starts to buzz in his pocket right as he reaches his door. he fumbles with it for a second, doing his best to fish it and his keycard out at the same time - but the moment he sees who’s calling, all that superfluous motion ends and jasper goes stock still.

he’d asked for noor’s number that day at the cafe without really thinking about it. the urge had just bloomed out of him at the sight of her back as she turned to walk away, but he doesn’t regret it. they’d gotten the chance to text here and there since and it felt nice to have her close again, but they certainly weren’t this close again. were they? his nerves kick up a bit, but it doesn’t stop him from answering her, a faint smile already growing as he braces for her voice. “’ello?” / @eulohani