Mahatma Gandhi's great-grandson highlights Muslims' patriotism on India's Independence Day
Tushar Gandhi, the great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, used the occasion of India's Independence Day to emphasize the unwavering commitment of the Muslim community to their homeland.
In a tweet, Tushar Gandhi underscored the profound love for the nation exhibited by Muslims who chose to remain in India in 1947, a significant moment in the country's history.
Reflecting on the historical context, Tushar Gandhi remarked, "In 1947 Muslims chose to remain in India, the land of their birth and that of their ancestors. That was their declaration of love for the motherland and their patriotism. Hindus never had to undergo such a test."
The tweet, which encapsulates a powerful message about patriotism, was shared by Tushar Gandhi on the occasion of India's Independence Day.
Tushar Gandhi's lineage as the great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi adds weight to his words, as he continues to carry forward the legacy of his iconic ancestor.
In 1947 Muslims chose to remain in India, the land of their birth and that of their ancestors. That was their declaration of love for the motherland and their patriotism. Hindus never had to undergo such a test.
— Tushar GANDHI (@TusharG) August 15, 2023
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Private bus operators in Karnataka to hike fares by 20-30 pc after fuel price rise
Bengaluru (PTI): In the wake of the hike in fuel prices, private bus operators have decided to increase fares by 20-30 per cent, depending on the route, effective from Friday midnight.
They have also called for government subsidies, a reduction in cess, and lower road taxes to improve the situation.
"The situation for bus owners in the state is already distressing due to high road tax and the impact of the Shakti scheme (free bus travel for women in government buses). On top of this, fuel prices have increased," Karnataka State Bus Owners’ Association President S Nataraj Sharma said.
"This will impose a burden of Rs 15,000 per vehicle per month on bus owners. If an owner has three buses, the burden will be Rs 45,000 to Rs 50,000 per month," he added.
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Speaking to reporters, he said the situation has made it inevitable for owners to increase fares by 20-30 per cent, depending on the route, under current conditions.
The increase may be roughly Rs 200 per seat, he added.
"For example, the current bus fare from Bengaluru to Belagavi is around Rs 1,000–Rs 1,200, which is likely to rise to Rs 1,350–Rs 1,400. Similarly, fares from Bengaluru to Mangaluru or Udupi currently range from Rs 900–Rs 1,000 and are expected to go up to Rs 1,100–Rs 1,200," he said.
Petrol and diesel prices were each hiked by Rs 3 per litre on Friday, the first rate increase in more than four years, amid mounting losses for fuel retailers due to surging global crude prices in the wake of the West Asia conflict.
The increase comes a couple of weeks after the Assembly elections concluded in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry.
