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30/07/2025

ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਲਈ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਨੂੰ ਭੇਜਿਆ 113 ਕਰੋੜ ਦਾ ਬਿੱਲ
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ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ, 29 ਜੁਲਾਈ 2025: ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੇ ਅਪਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਅਤੇ ਰੱਖ-ਰਖਾਅ ਦੇ ਬਕਾਏ ਦਾ ਕਰੀਬ 113 ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਦਾ ਬਿੱਲ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਭੇਜ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਹੈ, ਜਦੋਂ ਜਲ ਸਰੋਤ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਅੰਦਰੂਨੀ ਆਡਿਟ ਕਰਾਇਆ ਗਿਆ ਤਾਂ ਹੈਰਾਨੀ ਭਰੇ ਤੱਥ ਸਾਹਮਣੇ ਆਏ। ਆਡਿਟ ਰਿਪੋਰਟ ’ਚ ਪਤਾ ਲੱਗਿਆ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੇ ਅਪਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਤੇ ਰੱਖ-ਰਖਾਅ ਦਾ ਪੈਸਾ ਸਾਲ 2015-16 ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਨੂੰ ਦੇਣਾ ਬੰਦ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਹੈ। ਕਿਸੇ ਵੀ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਇਸ ਪਾਸੇ ਨਜ਼ਰ ਹੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਮਾਰੀ। ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਜਲ ਸਰੋਤ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਨੇ ਹੁਣ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਦੇ ਸਿੰਚਾਈ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਦੇ ਵਧੀਕ ਮੁੱਖ ਸਕੱਤਰ ਨੂੰ ਪੱਤਰ ਲਿਖ ਕੇ 113.24 ਕਰੋੜ ਦੇ ਬਕਾਏ ਦੀ ਅਦਾਇਗੀ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਆਖ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ’ਚ ‘ਭਾਖੜਾ ਮੇਨ ਲਾਈਨ ਕੈਨਾਲ ਡਿਵੀਜ਼ਨ ਪਟਿਆਲਾ’ ਦੀ 103.92 ਕਰੋੜ ਦੀ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ ਬਕਾਇਆ ਨਿਕਲੀ ਹੈ, ਜਦਕਿ ‘ਮਾਨਸਾ ਕੈਨਾਲ ਡਵੀਜ਼ਨ ਜਵਾਹਰ ਕੇ’ ਦੀ 9.32 ਕਰੋੜ ਦੀ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵੱਲ ਬਕਾਇਆ ਖੜ੍ਹੀ ਹੈ। ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਇਸ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ ਦੀ ਭਰਪਾਈ ਕਰਨ ਦੀ ਕਦੇ ਕੋਈ ਲੋੜ ਨਹੀਂ ਸਮਝੀ। ਹਾਲਾਂਕਿ ਰਾਜਸਥਾਨ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਰੈਗੂਲਰ ਬਕਾਏ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਨੂੰ ਤਾਰੇ ਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ।

ਵੇਰਵਿਆਂ ਅਨੁਸਾਰ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਲਈ 12,455 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ ਪਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਐਲੋਕੇਸ਼ਨ ਹੈ, ਜਿਸ ਵਿੱਚ 7841 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ ਪਾਣੀ (63 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ) ਹਿੱਸੇਦਾਰੀ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਦੀ ਹੈ, ਜਦਕਿ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੀ 3108 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ (25 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ) ਹਿੱਸੇਦਾਰੀ ਬਣਦੀ ਹੈ। ਇਸੇ ਤਰ੍ਹਾਂ ਰਾਜਸਥਾਨ ਦੀ 7 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ, ਦਿੱਲੀ ਦੀ ਚਾਰ ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ ਅਤੇ ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ ਦੀ ਇੱਕ ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ ਹਿੱਸੇਦਾਰੀ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ’ਚੋਂ ਬਣਦੀ ਹੈ। ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਵਿਚੋਂ ਦੀ ਲੰਘਦੀ ਹੈ, ਜਿਸ ਕਰਕੇ ਇਸ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੇ ਅਪਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਅਤੇ ਰੱਖ-ਰਖਾਅ ਦਾ ਖਰਚਾ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ। ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੇ ਅਪਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਤੇ ਰੱਖ-ਰਖਾਅ ਦਾ ਕੰਮ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਕੀਤੇ ਜਾਣ ਕਰਕੇ ਬਦਲੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਾਕੀ ਸੂਬਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਨੂੰ ਬਣਦੇ ਅਨੁਪਾਤ ਵਿੱਚ ਪੈਸਾ ਦੇਣਾ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੀ ਮੁਰੰਮਤ ਆਦਿ ’ਤੇ ਜੋ ਖਰਚਾ ਆਉਂਦਾ ਹੈ, ਉਹ ਖਰਚਾ ਵੀ ਹਰ ਸੂਬਾ ਆਪੋ-ਆਪਣੇ ਅਨੁਪਾਤ ਮੁਤਾਬਕ ਝੱਲਦਾ ਹੈ। ਵੱਡਾ ਹਿੱਸਾ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਨੇ ਦੇਣਾ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ ਕਿਉਂਕਿ 63 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ ਪਾਣੀ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਨੂੰ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ’ਚੋਂ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ।

ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਦੇ ਮੁਲਾਜ਼ਮ ਤੇ ਅਧਿਕਾਰੀਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਤਨਖ਼ਾਹਾਂ ਦਾ ਖਰਚਾ ਵੀ ਅਨੁਪਾਤ ਅਨੁਸਾਰ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਚੁੱਕਿਆ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ ਕਿਉਂਕਿ ਇਹ ਅਮਲਾ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੀ ਦੇਖ-ਰੇਖ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਂਭ-ਸੰਭਾਲ ਦਾ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਸਾਲ 2016-17 ਤੋਂ ਤਨਖ਼ਾਹਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਦਫ਼ਤਰੀ ਕੰਮਾਂ ਬਦਲੇ ਪੈਸਾ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਨੂੰ ਦੇਣਾ ਬੰਦ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਸੀ, ਜਦਕਿ ਉਸ ਤੋਂ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਰੈਗੂਲਰ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਇਹ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ ਦਿੰਦਾ ਸੀ। ਸਾਲ 2023-24 ਵਿੱਚ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵੱਲ ਤਨਖ਼ਾਹਾਂ ਤੇ ਦਫ਼ਤਰੀ ਖ਼ਰਚੇ ਦੀ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ 22.20 ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਬਣਦੀ ਸੀ। ਸਾਲ 1990 ਤੋਂ ਸਾਲ 2023-24 ਤੱਕ ਇਕੱਲੀ ਤਨਖ਼ਾਹ ਤੇ ਦਫ਼ਤਰੀ ਖ਼ਰਚੇ ਦੀ ਕੁੱਲ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵੱਲ 318.34 ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਦੀ ਬਣੀ ਹੈ। ਸਾਲ 2016-17 ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਦਾ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵੱਲ ਕੁੱਲ 113.24 ਕਰੋੜ ਦਾ ਬਕਾਇਆ ਨਿਕਲਿਆ ਹੈ।ਸੂਤਰ ਦੱਸਦੇ ਹਨ ਕਿ ਸਾਲ 2016-17 ਤੋਂ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਜਲ ਸਰੋਤ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਰੈਗੂਲਰ ਹਰ ਸਾਲ ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੇ ਅਪਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਤੇ ਰੱਖ-ਰਖਾਅ ਦਾ ਪੂਰਾ ਹਿਸਾਬ ਰੱਖਿਆ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਸੀ ਪਰ ਉਸ ਮਗਰੋਂ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਇਸ ਪਾਸੇ ਧਿਆਨ ਨਹੀਂ ਦਿੱਤਾ।

ਹੁਣ ਜਦੋਂ ਜਲ ਸਰੋਤ ਵਿਭਾਗ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਮੁੱਖ ਸਕੱਤਰ ਕ੍ਰਿਸ਼ਨ ਕੁਮਾਰ ਦੇ ਇਹ ਮਾਮਲਾ ਧਿਆਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਆਇਆ ਤਾਂ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਅੰਦਰੂਨੀ ਆਡਿਟ ਦੇ ਹੁਕਮ ਜਾਰੀ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤੇ। ਇਸ ਆਡਿਟ ’ਚ ਇਹ ਵੱਡੀ ਕੁਤਾਹੀ ਸਾਹਮਣੇ ਆਈ ਹੈ। ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਹੁਣ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਤੋਂ ਵਸੂਲੀ ਦੇ ਰਾਹ ਪਈ ਹੈ। ਰਾਜਸਥਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਵੀ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਤੋਂ ਰਾਜਸਥਾਨ ਨਹਿਰ ਅਤੇ ਬੀਕਾਨੇਰ ਨਹਿਰ ਜ਼ਰੀਏ ਨਹਿਰੀ ਪਾਣੀ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ। ਰਾਜਸਥਾਨ ਹਰ ਸਾਲ ਰੈਗੂਲਰ ਅੱਠ ਤੋਂ ਸਾਢੇ ਨੌ ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਨੂੰ ਤਾਰ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। ਇਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੋਵੇਂ ਨਹਿਰਾਂ ’ਤੇ ਘੱਟ ਸਟਾਫ਼ ਦੀ ਤਾਇਨਾਤੀ ਹੈ। ਚੇਤੇ ਰਹੇ ਕਿ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਵਾਧੂ ਪਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਮੰਗ ਕੀਤੇ ਜਾਣ ਮਗਰੋਂ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਤੇ ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਦੇ ਸਬੰਧਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਤਲਖ਼ੀ ਬਣੀ ਹੋਈ ਹੈ। ਸਤਲੁਜ ਯਮੁਨਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੀ ਉਸਾਰੀ ਕਰਕੇ ਦੋਵੇਂ ਸੂਬਿਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਤਣਾਤਣੀ ਪੁਰਾਣੀ ਚੱਲੀ ਆ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ।

ਭਾਖੜਾ ਨਹਿਰ ਦੇ ਪਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਵੰਡ ਦਾ ਬਿਓਰਾ:
ਸੂਬੇ ਸੂਬਾਈ ਹਿੱਸਾ ਹਿੱਸੇ ਦੀ ਦਰ
ਪੰਜਾਬ 3108 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ 25 ਫੀਸਦੀ
ਹਰਿਆਣਾ 7841 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ 63 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ
ਰਾਜਸਥਾਨ 850 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ 7 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ
ਦਿੱਲੀ 496 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ 4 ਫ਼ੀਸਦੀ
ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ 160 ਕਿਊਸਿਕ 1 ਫ਼ੀਸਦ

20/07/2025

Copper- important mineral for brain development and good brain function.

A new study suggests that copper intake is linked to better brain function in older adults—especially those with a history of stroke.

Researchers analyzed dietary and health data from over 2,400 Americans aged 60 and above, finding that those who consumed more copper performed better on cognitive tests. But there’s a catch: benefits peaked at about 1.22 mg of copper per day—roughly what you’d get from a handful of walnuts or a serving of lentils. Beyond that, more copper didn’t mean more brainpower.

Copper plays a crucial role in brain health. It supports energy production, aids communication between neurons, and helps protect against cell damage. However, too much copper can be toxic, causing oxidative stress and increasing the risk of neurodegeneration.

While this study shows a strong association, it doesn’t prove cause and effect. Researchers relied on participants’ self-reported diets from just two days, which limits accuracy. Still, the findings support growing evidence that micronutrients like copper may help protect against age-related cognitive decline, including Alzheimer’s disease.

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RESEARCH PAPER 📄

Weiai Jia et al, "Association between dietary copper intake and cognitive function in American older adults: NHANES 2011–2014", Scientific Reports (2025)

20/07/2025

27/04/2025

Article:
How history was made up at Nalanda
By Arun Shourie | June 28, 2014

“The mine of learning, honoured Nalanda” — that is how the 16th-17th century Tibetan historian, Taranath, referred to the university at Nalanda. At the time I-tsing was at the university, there were 3,700 monks. The total complex had around 10,000 residents. The structures housing the university were as splendid and as extensive as the learning they housed. When excavations began, the principal mound alone was about 1,400 feet by 400 feet. Hieun Tsang recounts at least seven monasteries and eight halls. The monasteries were of several storeys, and there was a library complex of three buildings, one of them nine storeys high.

As the Islamic invaders advanced through Afghanistan and northwestern India, they exterminated Buddhist clergy, they pillaged and pulverised every Buddhist structure — the very word “but”, the idols they so feverishly destroyed, was derived from “Buddha”. Nalanda escaped their attention for a while — in part because it was not on the main routes. But soon enough, the marauders arrived, and struck the fatal blow. The ransacking is described in the contemporary Tabakat-i-Nasiri by Maulana Minhaj-ud-din.

Minhaj-ud-din rose and came to the notice of the rulers of the time — Qutb-ud-din Aibak and others — because of his raids and depredations, and because of the enormous b***y he gathered, b***y sufficient for him to set himself up as a plunderer in his own right. “His reputation reached Sultan (Malik) Qutb-ud-din, who despatched a robe of distinction to him, and showed him honour,” the historian writes. With its high wall, its large buildings, Nalanda seemed like a well-endowed fortress to Ikhtiyar-ud-din and his force. He advanced upon it with two hundred horsemen “and suddenly attacked the place”. Minhaj-ud-din continues, “The greater number of inhabitants of that place were Brahmans, and the whole of those Brahmans had their heads shaven, and they were all slain. There were a great number of books there; and when all these books came under the observation of the Musalmans, they summoned a number of Hindus that they might give them information respecting the import of those books; but the whole of the Hindus had been killed. On being acquainted (with the contents of the books), it was found that the whole of that fortress and city was a college, and in the Hindu tongue, they call a college, Bihar [vihara].”

“When that victory was effected,” Minhaj-ud-din reports, “Muhammad-i-Bakhtiyar returned with great b***y, and came to the presence of the beneficent sultan, Qutb-ud-din I-bak, and received great honour and distinction…” — so much so that other nobles at the court became jealous. All this happened around the year 1197 AD.

And now the Marxist account of the destruction of this jewel of knowledge. In 2004, D.N. Jha was the president of the Indian History Congress. In the presidential address he delivered — one to which we shall turn as an example of Marxist “scholarship” — this is the account he gives of the destruction of Buddhist viharas, and of Nalanda in particular:

“A Tibetan tradition has it that the Kalacuri King Karna (11th century) destroyed many Buddhist temples and monasteries in Magadha, and the Tibetan text Pag Sam Jon Zang refers to the burning of the library of Nalanda by some ‘Hindu fanatics’.”

“Hindu fanatics”? The expression struck me as odd. A Tibetan text of the 18th century using so current an expression as “Hindu fanatics”? Especially so because, on Jha’s own reckoning, Hinduism is an invention of the British in the late 19th century? So, what is this “Tibetan text”? What does it say? Had Jha looked it up?

Read more:

http://bit.ly/VvDQYC

Image:
Photograph of the rear view of the ruins of the Baladitya Temple at Nalanda, Bihar, taken by Joseph David Beglar in 1872.

Copyright © The British Library Board

06/03/2025

The Banjaras, a historically nomadic community in India and Pakistan, trace their origins back 5,000 to 6,000 years and are believed to be ancestors of the Roma Gypsies of Europe. They were crucial to ancient and medieval economies, specializing in trade, transport, and livestock breeding. Using pack bullocks, they facilitated the movement of salt, grains, spices, and textiles across vast regions, serving as the backbone of long-distance commerce. Their expertise in logistics made them indispensable to ruling dynasties, particularly the Mughals, who relied on them to supply armies with food, ammunition, and other essentials during military campaigns. The Banjaras also played a role in spreading cultural influences, languages, and artisanal skills as they traveled. However, their nomadic lifestyle and independent economic power led to suspicion under British colonial rule, culminating in their classification as a "criminal tribe" in 1871, which subjected them to forced settlements, surveillance, and restrictions on movement.

Despite historical setbacks, Banjaras have preserved their unique identity through vibrant traditions, language, and craftsmanship. Their distinctive attire, featuring bright, embroidered garments with mirror work and elaborate silver jewelry, remains a symbol of their heritage. Their dialects, such as Lambadi, Gormati, and Gorboli, retain linguistic traces of Sanskrit and regional languages, reflecting their extensive migrations. Though many have transitioned to settled life, elements of their nomadic past persist in their cultural expressions, particularly in music, dance, and storytelling. Today, the Banjaras advocate for social recognition and rights, striving to reclaim their historical contributions that shaped trade networks, military logistics, and cultural exchanges across South Asia. Their legacy endures, not just in India and Pakistan but in the global footprint of the Roma communities, linking them to a vast history of migration and resilience.

18/01/2025

Take a look about Methane emissions from the breakdown of Nord Stream Gas pipeline…..

Approximately 465,000 metric tons of methane were emitted from the 2022 Nord Stream subsea pipeline leaks, according to three studies in Nature and Nature Communications. This is the largest recorded amount of methane released from a single transient event reported to date, although it represents just 0.1% of anthropogenic methane emissions for 2022.

Links to the research are in the comments.

02/01/2025

IBM is launching a newer version of quantum computer 🖥️……..

IBM is planning to build the largest quantum computer so far, by linking together smaller machines to create one with a recording-breaking number of quantum bits, or qubits. The firm’s first steps on this path in 2025 should see it hit a new qubit record, and it eventually plans to more than triple the size of the largest existing quantum computer.

It has only been six years since IBM unveiled its first commercial quantum computer. That device had 20 qubits, the basic building blocks of any quantum computer, and was available for researchers to use over the internet. Now, the company’s largest quantum chip, called Condor, has 1121 qubits, though IBM’s Jay Gambetta says the average user of its quantum computing services only works with 100 qubits.

Read more: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2457325-ibm-will-release-the-largest-ever-quantum-computer-in-2025/

Image: IBM

23/11/2024

BREAKING NEWS: Scientists Reveal the Shape of a Single Photon for the First Time Ever

Researchers at the University of Birmingham have achieved a quantum physics breakthrough by defining the precise shape of a single photon, marking a major advancement in understanding light and its interactions.

Using a newly developed quantum theory, the team modeled the behavior of photons as they are emitted by atoms or molecules, revealing how their shape is influenced by their environment.

This research, published in Physical Review Letters, represents the first time the intricate geometry of a photon has been visualized, offering fresh insights into the quantum world.

The implications of this discovery are profound. By understanding how photons interact with matter and radiate energy, scientists can develop innovative nanophotonic technologies. These could revolutionize secure communication, pathogen detection, and molecular control in chemical reactions.

According to the researchers, previously overlooked aspects of photon behavior, often dismissed as “noise,” are now recognized as valuable sources of information. This newfound knowledge could pave the way for advancements in sensors, photovoltaic energy cells, and even quantum computing, setting a foundation for the next generation of quantum technologies.

Read the research: https://journals.aps.org/prl/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevLett.133.203604

23/11/2024

In "The Art of Quiet Influence," Jocelyn Davis explores the concept of leading and influencing others without relying on formal authority. Here are 10 takeaways to become a "mainspring," someone who subtly yet powerfully influences those around them:

1. The Power of Invitation: Instead of dictating, invite participation. Encourage others to contribute ideas and share their perspectives. This fosters a sense of ownership and increases buy-in.

2. Share the Power: Empower others by delegating tasks and trusting their abilities. This promotes a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and contributes their strengths.

3. Become a "Mainspring": The book introduces the concept of a mainspring – a hidden force that drives a clock. Similarly, a quiet influencer works behind the scenes, guiding and supporting others to achieve their goals.

4. Active Listening: Understanding, Not Just Hearing: Pay close attention to what others are saying, both verbally and nonverbally. Seek to understand their needs, concerns, and perspectives before offering solutions.

5. Empathy: Walking in Their Shoes: Develop empathy, the ability to see things from another person's point of view. This allows you to connect with them on a deeper level and build trust.

6. The Power of Questions: Instead of giving answers, ask insightful questions that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving. This empowers others to find their own solutions.

7. Championing Others' Successes: Celebrate the accomplishments of others, both big and small. This motivates them, strengthens relationships, and inspires collaboration.

8. Lead by Example: Your actions speak louder than words. Live by the values you promote and demonstrate the behaviors you expect from others.

9. Focus on Progress, Not Perfection: Don't get bogged down by striving for perfection. Acknowledge progress, celebrate small wins, and encourage continuous learning.

10. Building Trust: The Foundation of Influence: Trust is the cornerstone of influence. Be reliable, keep your promises, and act with integrity. This builds a foundation for strong relationships and effective leadership.

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