The coronavirus pandemic has altered our lives in numerous ways and taken a heavy toll on us. One is likely to work sitting at home with new constraints, but most of us continue to complain about feeling tired and lethargic throughout the day and don’t understand why. After all, we’re not commuting and are instead “just” sitting at home on videoconference. it turns out that there is a real reason for our exhaustion.

Many of us have been sent home and no longer have the option of going to work or work in our usual capacities. The lack of autonomy can be both frustrating and disorienting. Whether we like it or not, our bodies require a schedule to function. Even if we are doing things that make us feel “relaxed” or “easy,” they can leave us exhausted and overworked. Yes, even watching Netflix all day gets tiring.

Everything in our lives has turned upside down. The line between professional and personal life is blurred in this new normal, and it has frequently impacted us mentally or emotionally. We, as students, are also fed up with online classes. Studying is difficult especially when our beds are only a few feet away. Sitting in front of a laptop all day, interacting via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or other videoconferencing platforms, has also left us feeling overwhelmed. It has suddenly become part of the lexicon of our lives. When the environment is also not conducive to work or study from home, it becomes more stressful and inconvenient. We are social beings and need typical social contact. Nowadays we are spending far too much time in our beds and spending endless time scrolling through our social media accounts. While connecting with other people is important, it can deplete all our energy.

Working from home is difficult for a variety of reasons. Pandemic has the appearance of a large black cloud looming over our heads. We are all stressed and anxious as a result of the pandemic. We are all grieving as a result of a loss, a current event, or a disruption in our lives. All of this is emotionally draining, resulting in a lack of energy and fatigue.

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HRD launches an initiative to provide psychological support to the students. “MANODARPAN’ is an initiative which is so launched by the Human Resource Development (HRD) minister, Ramesh Nishank Pokhriyal.

Additionally, the initiative will also help the teachers. Moreover, the initiative will also provide support to the parents and families for their proper mental health and emotional well being. As a part of this initiative, a national free helpline number is also provided. In addition to this, a handbook as well as a special web page are also launched.

The HRD Minister believes that the pandemic is not only a medical concern. It also affect the mental well being of the students, teachers as well as the parents. Additionally, the present situation is a tough time. It can also bring students into stress.

He added, “With specific focus on children and adolescents, there are emerging mental health concerns. These issues often come up in such difficult situations.” Additionally, he also said,” Children and adolescents may be more vulnerable. They may face more anxiety and stress, along with other emotional and mental issues.”

He also added that the ministry of education puts the mental health of students first. While it is integral to be attentive on the academic front, mental health is equally important. Various experts from across different fields will be providing support and solutions for the interested viewers.

Additionally, the web page consists of various tools to provide support. It contains podcasts, posters, practical tips to help the viewers and listeners. Along with these, it also include videos, FAQs, advisories and online query system

The Education Minister also believes that the platform will also act as a sustainable support system. He believes that the platform will prove worthy for not only the students, but to teachers and parents as well.

To visit the website click here http://manodarpan.mhrd.gov.in/

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National Institute of Open School (NIOS) earlier shifted the exams to the months of July-August. Additionally, after shifting the exam again, the exams have now been fully cancelled.

The Ministry of Human Resource Development(HRD) tweeted, “Keeping in view the health of the learners, the NSIO public exams to be held in July 2020 now stand cancelled. The results will be declared based on the assessment scheme finalized by the competent committee.”

The institute released a notification that read that the previous performance of the students are the parameter for their judgements. Additionally, this decision is in accordance with recommendations and suggestions of the Result Committee.

The option to again attempt the exams is available for the students. Besdes, if they wish to improve their results, they are free to give the exams the next year. On-demand exams is also another option for the students who were attempting the exams.

The notification also read, “students with past performance in four subjects will be awarded marks. This will be the average of the best three performed subjects as theory performance.”

Moreover, the notification also added, “For all learners who were to appear for the first time and their Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) and/or practical marks are available, their performance will be calculated based on the basis of available TMA and/or practical marks.”

For more information: https://nios.ac.in/media/documents/notification/Notification_Exams_Cancelled_Final_10082020.pdf

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Moreover, the ICC stated that it wants to organize the event. Further, the boards is also looking towards the safety issues. Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, the board further stated that it will evaluate all circumstances regarding the safety of players. Moreover, will look into considering decisions of the host country, cricketers and partners. This will ensure that right decision is taken by ICC, stated the board.

The ICC Chief Executive, Manu Sawhney issued a statement after the meeting. He mentioned the rise in the cases in different countries. Further, he also stated that the health and safety is the first priority of ICC. He mentions that health of everyone involved in the game is top priority for the board.

In addition to this statement, he also said regarding the importance of taking right decision regarding the conduct of the competition. The board will consult sponsors, partners, players, governments, and players regarding the decision. This will help in taking the right one, said Mr. Sawhney.

Moreover, he also shared about the issue of tax exemptions. The ICC discussed the matter of tax exemption essential for the ICC events. It has extended the deadline given to Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to come up with tax solution till the month of December. The ICC extended the deadline for tax exemption for the Indian Cricket Board. The BCCI is set to request tax exemption from the central government of the country. This tax exemption is necessary to organize ICC tournaments.

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Due to the pandemic, the challenges for the poverty-stricken folks have raised to an unusual level and not affecting much to the bourgeoisie class in terms of social and economic factors. The working class of our society is under tremendous pressure be it a social pressure or an economic crisis. Their substandard living is one basic reason for their migration. The nation wide lockdown has made them helpless, compelling them to migrate to their hometowns.

The Madras High Court has also questioned the Tamil Nadu government as well as the Central government about the safety and security of the migrants. Whereas on the other side, these workers are showing their rage by coming out on the streets, pelting stones and demanding for their safety.

Various steps are taken by the government authorities to help the innocents like the 20 lakh crore package, various food packages, Pravasi Rahat Mitra App to trace the movement of the migrants in UP. People from outside the territory as well as within are brought back through various missions like that of mission “Samudra Setu” and the mission “Vande Bharat”. But still the feeling of dismay and sorrow couldn’t abandon the faces of the migrant labourers.
Now, let’s pay attention towards the factors acting as barriers between government and the migrants.

1) Demographic factors : As compared to other countries India is potentially rich in terms of it’s population having 130 crores individuals. Reaching to the masses could be viewed as a great problem.

2) Political scenario : Being in a democracy it is a legal right of any individual or political party to criticize the government in working to enhance their efforts but looking at the contemporary hardships that are confronted by the migrants, the right to humanity should be prioritise. Rather than being involved in the blame game, one must consider this disheartening phase as a human tragedy and should keep their political structures aside. More importance is needed to be laid on the well-being of these workers.

3) Lack of awareness : Lack of education is a major problem with our people. This in turn leads to lack of awareness about the happenings of the society. This prevents the weaker sections to gain the benefits provided by the governments.

This phase requires the humanitarian aid rather then waiting for the measures being adopted by the government. It is more about survival rather than intensifying economy and political stabilization.

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