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Makar Sankranti & Tusu Festival 2026: The Heartbeat of Eastern India

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🌾 Makar Sankranti & Tusu Festival 2026: The Heartbeat of Eastern India 🌾 When the Sun Turns North and Villages Come Alive Every January, as the winter mist begins to lift from the red soil of Jharkhand and the forested landscapes of Purulia, Bankura, and Jhargram , the rhythm of village life changes. The Sun’s movement into Makara Rashi marks Makar Sankranti , but in this region, the festival carries a deeper, more intimate identity— Tusu Parab . In 2026 , this celebration once again binds together land, labor, and living traditions that have survived generations. 🌼 What Makes Tusu Parab Special in This Region? Unlike grand temple festivals, Tusu Parab is rooted in homes, fields, and village lanes . It is not governed by scriptures but by songs, seasons, and shared memory. Tusu is not worshipped inside temples. She lives in: Handcrafted clay idols Folk songs sung by young girls The collective hope of farming families Tusu represents harvest abundance, feminine energy, and comm...

Makar Sankranti & Tusu Festival 2026: A Celebration of Harvest, Hope, and Heritage

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Makar Sankranti & Tusu Festival 2026: A Celebration of Harvest, Hope, and Heritage   Introduction Makar Sankranti is one of India’s most ancient and widely celebrated festivals, marking the Sun’s transition into the zodiac sign Makara (Capricorn). Observed in mid-January every year, it symbolizes the end of winter and the beginning of longer, warmer days. In eastern India—particularly Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, and parts of Bihar —this auspicious occasion blends beautifully with the Tusu Festival (Tusu Parab) , a vibrant folk celebration rooted in agrarian life. In 2026 , Makar Sankranti and Tusu Festival once again come together as a powerful expression of gratitude, cultural identity, and rural unity. The 5W and 1H of Makar Sankranti & Tusu Festival (2026) 1. WHAT – What is Makar Sankranti and Tusu Festival? Makar Sankranti is a solar festival celebrating the northward journey ( Uttarayan ) of the Sun, associated with prosperity, renewal, and harvest. Tusu Festival...

Chapter 13: AI Tools for Government and Public Services

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Abstract: AI tools for government and public services  use technologies like NLP, computer vision, and machine learning for tasks such as  automating citizen services  (chatbots),  streamlining document processing  (USCIS),  optimizing resource allocation  (predictive policing, traffic management),  monitoring environmental conditions  (pollution), and  enhancing data-driven policy , ultimately boosting efficiency, transparency, and citizen engagement by automating routine tasks and providing faster, personalized support .   Key AI Technologies Used Natural Language Processing  (NLP):  Powers chatbots, virtual assistants (like Dubai's RAMMAS, DHS's EMMA), and analyzes text for information extraction from documents. Machine Learning  & Data Analytics:  Identifies patterns for predictive policing, analyzes sensor data for environmental monitoring, and informs policy. Computer Vision :  Used for...

Chapter 12: AI Tools for Healthcare

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Abstract: AI tools in healthcare use  machine learning, NLP, and computer vision for diagnostics (image analysis for cancer/TB), drug discovery (protein folding, trial optimization), personalized treatment, robotic surgery, and automating admin tasks (charting, scheduling) . They improve efficiency, accuracy, and speed, enabling earlier detection, better resource allocation, and freeing up clinicians for patient care.    Key Areas & Examples: Diagnostics & Imaging: Computer Vision:  Analyzing X-rays, MRIs, CT scans for subtle signs of diseases like cancer, TB, pneumonia, and retinal issues faster and more accurately than humans.   Predictive Analytics:  Using patient data to predict disease risk, hospital readmissions, and patient flow.   Drug Discovery & Development: Designing proteins, predicting drug efficacy, optimizing clinical trial designs, and speeding up the overall process.   Clinical Decision Support: Chatbo...

Chapter 11: AI Tools for Research and Academics

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Abstract : AI tools for research and academics streamline tasks like literature review, writing, data analysis, and citation, with popular options including  Elicit ,  Consensus ,  Connected Papers  for discovery;  ChatGPT ,  Paperpal ,  Writefull  for writing assistance;  Semantic Scholar ,  Perplexity AI  for search; and  Scite ,  Research Rabbit  for visualizing connections , helping researchers find information, understand papers, and improve their writing more efficiently.   Literature Review & Discovery Elicit : Finds relevant papers, extracts key information, and organizes findings into tables for easy comparison. Consensus : Answers research questions with evidence-backed summaries from scientific papers. Connected Papers : Visualizes research landscapes and helps discover related papers. Research Rabbit : Maps citation networks to find new research and visualize connections. Semantic Scho...

Chapter 10: AI Tools for Business, Marketing, and Management

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Abstract: AI tools for business, marketing, and management  automate tasks, personalize customer experiences, optimize campaigns, and provide data-driven insights , with popular examples including  ChatGPT/Claude  for content,  HubSpot/Salesforce  for CRM/automation,  Semrush/SurferSEO  for SEO,  Canva/Jasper  for creation, and  Zapier  for workflow integration, transforming operations from customer service to strategy.   For Business & Management (Operations/CRM/BI) HubSpot  AI / Salesforce Einstein:  Integrated AI for CRM, sales automation, lead management, and personalized customer journeys. Zapier :  Automates workflows by connecting different business apps. ThoughtSpot / Tableau / Power BI:  AI-powered business intelligence (BI) for data analysis and visualization. Slack  / Microsoft Teams (with AI):  Enhances internal communication, meeting summaries, and task management. ...