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Editorial Volume 1
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September, 2011
ity life is something that lures every one to take a chance to grab the opportunity. As there are more and more employment opportunities people are flocking to the cities. A rapid growth in city population is posing many problems that remain unsolved for many years affecting the lives of many. Pollution, congestion, traffic, amenities, hygiene, crimes, price hike, health are few to mention. Well planned, well developed and well organized cities are less to prone to these problems. We are very much fascinated to see some well developed cities in a western country. Cities, towns, villages in west are well planned and well organized. It is possible due to the civic sense of people living there. Though we claim to live in cities we are in no way can equal with a living in a developed city in the west. Civic sense is the prime factor that makes all the difference. Stand at any junction in Hyderabad any evening to watch people trying desperately to break traffic rules to their best. Our citizens do not want to waste even a second of their so called valuable time. They have no regard or respect to other’s time and convenience. One can watch herds of beasts running haphazardly in human forms on vehicles. Every one is proud to be an Indian to have all the rights to break every rule. Law is some thing that can be bought with few bucks in your hand. Citizens are least bothered to pay a traffic penalty with an over pouring wallet in their pocket than to abide by the rule. Development in the form of globalization has been dumped on our heads without a infrastructure at our disposal. Roads planned few decades ago are in no match to accommodate the over flowing traffic of hire purchase vehicles era. We have world class cars and bikes to purchase but don’t have proper roads to drive. There is no hindrance for purchase of vehicles, but it takes years for a road expansion. Not just roads still we are lagging behind in many infrastructure facilities. Sewer trunk lines are being built now after years of sewer overflow. Even now many places of the city witness dirt flowing on the roads during heavy rains. Drinking water through a pipeline can not give you any warranty for your health. One can not dare to drink water even in a class restaurant. While pollution is at its peak every household tries to add up some thing to it. Garbage is the concern of the municipal administration not the citizens, who are happy to throw any thing, any where on the roads. Pedestrians have to risk their lives to cross a busy road with no foot over paths or sub ways. Vehicle drivers have no respect for pedestrian rights. Hyderabad is a place where people live in such horrifying conditions for their own flaws. If some one has to be blamed for this it is the people live here and no one else. Hyderabadis need to be educated in civic sense.
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Inside Times
Cover story Ganesha Chaturthi........................................06 to 09 Great personality Times Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan..............................10 to 11 Career Times Fashion Designing ........................................12 to 15 People in news Hero of the month; Anna Hazare Jackson’s performance is favourite; Bruno Mars Japan’s PM announce Resignation .......................16 Health TImes Benifits of the yoga........................................18 to 19
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food times GULAB JAMUN RECIPE KHOYA PEDA RECIPE BESAN LADOO RECIPE .............................20 to 21 Chatpat Times My husband is my enemy: Manisha Bodyguard gets operated, RGV back with Nisha Fair & Lovely Asin .........................................22 to 23
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Hobby times Bringing up a Pet .........................................28 to 31 Travel Times Ten Tips To Travel abroad Tourist hot spots.......................................................32 to 37 horoscope times Monthly Forecast.......................................................38 to 39
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Cover story
Ganesha Chaturthi Celebrate the B’day of Obstacle Remover This September 1st
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anesha or Vighneshwara is the Lord of Obstacles of material and spiritual order and His dharma is to remove obstacles and to place obstacles in the path of those who need to be checked. He could be considered as the most endearing form of all Hindu deities and His birthday; Ganesha Chaturthi, which falls on the fourth day of the bright fortnight of Bhadrapada, is celebrated with great devotion and delight. This year Ganesha Chaturthi falls on September 1st. Ganesha Purana considers Ganesha to be one of the unrefined forms of the ultimate Brahman. One can find His shrine immediately after the entrance in any temple complex. This symbolizes His importance as a guard or protector. He is such a simple deity that one can make a Ganesha idol with clay, mud or even cow dung as done in some parts of India like Tamilnadu. Being a secondary God not elevated to the highest level like Lord Shiva or Lord Vishnu. He is very close to the human beings and the advantage is that the Elephant God understands human problems better than the High Gods like Shiva and Vishnu. Humans can relate to Him so easily and get their desires fulfilled. He rules over the Muladhara Chakra, the lowest or primal energy centre in Human body that controls our sense of stability and security in this life. Lord Ganesha, being closest to the material plane of consciousness, is the most capable to assist us in our day-to- day life concerns. He helps us to get our footing, stand our ground and find our strengths. He is easily contactable and is called Kshipra prasadhi - one who blesses instantly.
Significance of Ganesha Chathurthi or Vinayaka Chaturthi Significance of Ganesh Chathurthi lies in the way in which people attach themselves with all their devotion and faith to the care and pampering of the all-embracing Lord Ganesha also loving called Lord Vinayaka. It is believed that Lord Ganesha remains on the earth plane on Vinayaka Chaturthi or Vinayaka Chavithi to bestow His presence on all his devotees. metro
On Ganesh Chaturthi, people worship the Astavinayakas referred to the eight embodiments of Lord Ganesha that abolished the negative powers of the evil elements that existed in this world. The belief that adds the significance of Ganesh Chathurthi is that “Lord Ganesha always comes to abolish the negative forms in every period and every age�. Shattering coconuts on Ganesha Chaturthi helps you to remove your negative influences as this is considered as a spiritual technology that manifests in both your material and spiritual worlds. The coconut energetically absorbs your lower vibrations and when it is smashed, the energy holding back your progress is forcefully disseminated.
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Various Incarnations of Ganesha The Kridakhanda of the Ganesha Puranas narrates the stories of four incarnation of Ganesha in the four different Yugas. ±± In Krita yuga He was born to Sage Kashyap and his wife Aditi. He had ten arms and had a red complexion and mounted an elephant or a lion. He was called by name Mahotkata Vinayaka. ±± In the Treta Yuga, He was referred to as Mayureshwara, since he mounted a mayur or peacock. He had six arms and His complexion was white. ±± In Dwapara Yuga, he was called Gajanana, one with an elephant head. He had four arms, white in complexion, and mounted a mouse.
Dr. Pillai, the renowned spiritual scientist has remarked “We sacrificed 2 truckloads of coconut to Naramuga Ganesha who is in the small shrine of the Temple in Thilatharpanapuri in TN, India. AstroVed employed about 20 people to break the coconut. As a result, the temple that was in a small shrine of 6 ft by 6ft space and was unnoticed so far, became so popular that, now a big temple is being constructed. It is all because of the worship we do. Ganesha has become more powerful and a big temple is been constructed. Therefore with the rituals you empower the God and as the God gets empowered He empowers you.” The Power of Ganesha is the primordial energy of whole cosmos and it gets multiplied on Ganesha Chaturthi. Lord Ganesha lifts our consciousness to the next chakra, uniting us with our inner guru, thus reaching the third eye where the root source as Ganapathy that is symbolized by the Root Chakra, the Muladhara.
Ganesha - the Murthy of Muladhara Ganesha was the only deity who even dared to fight Lord Shiva. He is a fearless deity who removes fear. Muladhara Chakra represents both the extremes of the fear factor. When it is slow, the person feels highly insecure while when it is in high speed the person is prone to take extreme risks. Ganesha balances this Chakra. He stimulates intelligence, enhances your problem solving skills, stabilizes your emotions, removes obstacles and hand holds you to success. Since the Elephant God, Lord Ganesha is the incarnation of the collective qualities inevitable to make a human happy and successful, he is always ready to give it to anyone who asks Him for it. He bestows His blessings equally on fools as well as intellectuals.
±± In the fourth and final Kali Yuga, He incarnates as a Human faced Deity, and is referred by the name Naramuga Vinayaka meaning Human faced Vinayaka. It is said that He takes this incarnation to relate more closely with the humans, since their connectivity with the Divine is least during this time frame. According to Sri Chandrasekara Saraswathy Swamigal - the former Sankaracharya of Kanchi mutt, Ganesha reinvents Himself and incarnates in every Yuga according to the thought patterns of the Humans that prevail during that specific epoch. Swamigal declared that in this kali yuga, it is the Naramuga Ganesha that is going to be powerful, because He is the Ganesha for this age.
Also, since Muladhara represents the element Earth; hence worshipping Clay Ganesha helps you to access his blessings and to remove your Karma. The sense organ that Muladhara represents is nose and the sense is smell. They are special features of Ganesha, the only deity with an elephant head. With His trunk he urges us to probe into things. Gain the blessings of Lord Ganesha with Clay Ganesha, which is a very special offering to make during Ganesha’s birthday. Clay Ganesha can absorb your karma just like coconuts, and when dissolved in the ocean will dissolve your karma as well.
What Does Each Part of Lord Ganesha Symbolize? Lord Ganesha, who is famous for his wisdom, sense of
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humor holds a Pasha in one of His right hand to attract the minds of his devotees, to propel mankind forward on the eternal path and to remove obstacles from the way of his devotees, while the other hand bestows boons. One of the left hands that carry an Ankusha, symbolizes the demolishment of ignorance and a gentle execution to capture all the difficulties, while the hand that holds a lotus or a rosary, suggests that the quest for knowledge should not quench. The cosmic belly of Ganesha contains the seven worlds above and the seven worlds below with their seven oceans held together by the cosmic energy kundalini symbolized as a huge snake which Ganesha ties around him. Kundalini represents the unification of the feminine Shakthi energy and the masculine Shiva consciousness through the Ida and Pingala Nadis, which when aroused gets united and passes through the Sushumna Nadi which marks the enlightenment.
±± Mahodara (big belly) is Lord of Moha (infatuation) ±± Gajanana (elephant face) conquers Lobha (greed) ±± Lambodara (corpulent belly) overcomes Krodha (anger) ±± Vikata (deformed) conquers Kama (lust) ±± Vighnaraja (King of Obstacles) prevails over Mamata (egotism).
Shodasha Ganesha - 16 Divine forms of Ganesha Lord Ganesha is also depicted in 16 different forms namely Bala, Taruna, Bhakta, Veera, Shakti, Dwija, Siddhi, Ucchishta, Vighna, Kshipra, Herambha, Lakshmi, Maha, Vijaya, Nritta and Urddhva Ganapatis. These 16 Ganeshas were later logically associated with the various thithis or lunar days starting from Amavasya (New Moon day). On this day, the Bala Ganesha (Child Ganesha) was propitiated. On the next day, when the moon is seen as a very thin crescent and is visible for a very short time in the sky, He is called Taruna Ganesha, and so on and so forth. There is a hym called Ganapati Shodasa Nama Stotram (this hymn praises the 16 names of Ganesha) in the 24th Prakarana of Upasana Khanda of Ganesa Purana.
Lord Ganesha’s head symbolizes the soul, which is the eventual and supreme reality of human existence. His body signifies Maya and His trunk represents “OM”. His ears can hear all our prayers and the snake that runs around his waist, represents energy in all forms. He uses a mouse (represents anger, pride, selfishness etc) to ride, which indicates us to have a control on all these evil passions. And finally the “laddoo” that he holds in his trunk, signifies that one must discover the sweetness of the soul.
Lord Ganesha’s Various Divine Forms ±± Ganesha is a primordial God who has evolved and transformed over space and time. The Mudgala Purana, an ancient text on Lord Ganesha, cites eight forms of Lord Ganesha, prevailing over eight human weaknesses or demons. They are:±± Ekadanta is the Conquerer of Moda (arrogance). ±± Dhumravarna (smoke colored) overcomes Abhimana (pride) ±± Vakratunda (curved trunk) is the Vanquisher of Matsarya (jealousy) metro
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A sweetmaker from Tappeswaram in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh has offered a huge ‘laddu’ weighing over 2,000 kilogram to the 52-feet tall Ganesh idol at Khairatabad here. “The 2,200-kg laddu contains 150 kg dry fruits, 250 kg ghee,600 kg sugar and 400 kg of Chana dal. Prepared completely with Ghee it will remain fresh for a month,” Mallikarjuna Rao Head of Suruchi Foods, Tappeswaram told PTI. He said the expenditure for this laddu, which is to be placed on the hands of the Lord, was around Rs 4 lakh. The laddu was brought from Tappeswaram in a separate vehicle in a procession and reached Hyderabad yesterday, where it was handed over to the Ganesh Utsava Samithi, Khairtabad. Ganesh Chaturthi was celebrated with traditional fervour across Andhra Pradesh this day with devotees ushering in the elephant-headed God at homes and thousands of pandals set up across the state. Dressed in traditional attire, people performed ‘Vinayaka Chavithi’ puja at home and also visited temples in the morning to offer special prayers. About 50,000 Ganesh pandals are set up every year in Hyderabad alone. However, a 94-feet tall Ganesh idol, claiming to be the tallest in the country, was installed in Visakhapatnam at AS Raja Grounds in MVP Colony at a cost of Rs 40 lakh. The organisers there also offered a huge laddu costing Rs 6 lakh to the idol. Another 85 feet-tall idol prepared by Gajuwaka based developers using pure clay from Ganga river, coconut ropes and dried rice grass was installed at the port city. The nine-day-long festivities would end with the immersion of the idols in water bodies. Majority of the idols are immersed in the Hussain Sagar in Hyderabad.performed ‘Vinayaka Chavithi’ puja at home and also visited temples in the morning to offer special prayers. About 50,000 Ganesh pandals are set up every year in Hyderabad alone. However, a 94-feet tall Ganesh idol, claiming to be the tallest in the country, was installed in Visakhapatnam at AS Raja Grounds in MVP Colony at a cost of Rs 40 lakh. The organisers there also offered a huge laddu costing Rs 6 lakh to the idol. Another 85 feet-tall idol prepared by Gajuwaka based developers using pure clay from Ganga river, coconut ropes and dried rice grass was installed at the port city. The nine-day-long festivities would end with the immersion of the idols in water bodies. Majority of the idols are immersed in the Hussain Sagar in Hyderabad. metro metro CITY CITY TIMES TIMES || SEptember SEptember 2011 2011 || 99
Great personality Times
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan S
arvepalli Radhakrishnan was born on September 5, 1888, at Tiruttani, forty miles to the north-east of Madras, in South India. His early years were spent in Tiruttani and Tirupati, both famous as pilgrim centres.
He graduated with a Master’s Degree in Arts from Madras University. In partial fulfilment for his M.A. degree, Radhakrishnan wrote a thesis on the ethics of the Vedanta titled “The Ethics of the Vedanta and Its Metaphysical Presuppositions”, which was a reply to the charge that the Vedanta system had no room for ethics. Professor A.G. Hogg awarded the following testimonial for this thesis: “The thesis which he prepared in the second year of his study for this degree shows a remarkable understanding of the main aspects of the philosophical problems, a capacity for handling easily a complex argument besides more than the average mastery of good English”.
“Revolution through Suffering”, an Oxford daily observed, “Though the Indian preacher had the marvellous power to weave a magic web of thought, imagination and language, the real greatness of his sermon resides in some indefinable spiritual quality which arrests attention, moves the heart and lifts us into an ampler air.” The thesis indicates the general trend of Radhakrishnan’s thoughts... In his own words, “Religious feeling must establish itself as a rational way of living. If ever the spirit is to be at home in this world, and not merely a prisoner or a fugitive, spiritual foundations must be laid deep and preserved worthily. Religion must express itself in reasonable thought, fruitful action and right social institutions.” In April 1909, he was appointed to the Department of Philosophy at the Madras Presidency College. From then on, he was engaged in the serious study of Indian philosophy and religion, and was a teacher of Philosophy. In 1918, he was appointed Professor of Philosophy in the University of Mysore. Three years later, he was appointed to the most important philosophy chair in India, King George V Chair of Mental and Moral Science in the University of Calcutta. Radhakrishnan represented University of Calcutta at the Congress of the Universities of the British Empire in June 1926 and the International Congress of Philosophy at the Harvard Univesity in September 1926.
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At the Philosophical Congress held at Harvard University, the lack of spiritual note in modern civilization was the focus of his address to the general meeting.
which may be said to hold in solution between them the spiritual wisdom of the world, and of thus speaking as a philosophical bilinguist upon it.”
In 1929, Radhakrishnan was invited to take the post vacated by Principal J. Estin Carpenter in Manchester College, Oxford. This gave him the opportunity to lecture to the students of University of Oxford on Comparative Religion. During that visit, he also gave the Hibbert Lectures on “An Idealist View of Life” to audiences at the Universities of London and Manchester. In his own words, “It was a great experience for me to preach from Christian pulpits in Oxford and Birmingham, in Manchester and Liverpool. It heartened me to know that my addresses were liked by Christian audiences. Referring to my sermon on
George P. Conger said, “Among the philosophers of our time, no one has achieved so much in so many fields as has Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan of India ... William James was influential in religion, and John Dewey has been a force in politics. One or two American philosophers have been legislators. Jacques Maritain has been an ambassador. Radhakrishnan, in a little more than thirty years of work, has done all these things and more... Never in the history of philosophy has there been quite such a world-figure. With his unique appointment at Banaras and Oxford, like a weaver’s shuttle, he has gone to and fro between the East and West, carrying a thread of understanding, weaving it into the fabric of civilization.”
From 1936-39, Radhakrishnan was the Spalding Professor of Eastern Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Religions and Ethics at Oxford passed away on April 17, University. In 1939, he was 1975. In India, September 5 elected Fellow of the British (his birthday) is celebrated as Academy. From 1939-48, Teacher’s Day in his honor. he was the Vice-Chancellor of the Banaras Hindu Listen to Dr. Sarvepalli University. He later held Radhakrishnan speak about offices that dealt with India’s Dharma. national and international Dr Sarvepalli affairs. He was the leader Radhakrishnan’s letter to of the Indian delegation to Prof. Paul Arthur Schilpp, UNESCO during 1946-52. He Better Th the editor of The Philosopy of was the Ambassador of India an A Tho Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan: to U.S.S.R. during 1949-52. usand Da Of Dilige y He was the Vice-President s nt Study Is One Da of India from 1952-1962 Philosophy With A G y reat Teac and the President, General her...” Dr. Radhakrishnan stated Conference of UNESCO that Western philosophers, from 1952-54. He held the despite all claims to office of the Chancellor, objectivity, were influenced University of Delhi, from by theological influences of 1953-62. From May 1962 to their own culture. He wrote books May 1967, he was the President of India. on Indian philosophy according to Western academic Aldous Huxley observed that Dr. standards, and made all efforts for the West to give Radhakrishnan “is the master of words and no serious consideration to Indian philosophy. In his book An Idealist View of Life, he made a powerful case for the words.” importance of intuitive thinking as opposed to purely Prof. H.N. Muirhead said, “Dr. Radhakrishnan has intellectual forms of thought. He is well known for the rare qualification of being equally versed in the his commentaries on the Prasthana Trayi namely, the great European and the not less great Asiatic tradition Bhagavadgita, the Upanishads and the Brahma Sutra.
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Career Times
Fashion Designing F
ashion designers develop new styles and products for clothing apparel and accessories by creating original designs or by adapting fashions to suit local conditions, trends and buyers. They are the ones who approve final samples before they go into production. The designer begins the designing process only after thorough
market research, i.e., understanding the needs of the client/market in terms of changing trends, budget etc. Accessory Designers specialize in designing shoes, bags, scarves, jewellery, ties, etc which complete the look of the garment. communication skills. Illustrator at times has to discuss with customers when new collection is introduced and this requires ability to interact. He/she is a much sought-after person by big garment houses and organisations.
Personal Attributes: Fashion designers need to be artistic, creative and must possess ability to translate ideas in sketches, must have keen sense of colour i.e. combination of shades and tones, visual imagination & knowledge of market trends. Educational Qualification: Basic qualification for a course in fashion designing is 10+2, it varies depending on the course chosen. Job Prospectus: They can find employment with professional designers as apprentices, with manufacturing units, export houses, boutiques, media as costume designers, freelancing for fashion houses and boutiques and at the same time it is a rewarding possibility for self employment by opening your own boutique. Fashion coordinators arrange and supervise the marketing of fashion
clothing for manufacturing houses, textile firms and retail stores. It is a highly competitive job involving a variety of functions. They advice on latest fashion trends, organise fashion shows, assist in advertising i.e. promoting sales and liaison with fabric dealers to ensure that the fabric, buttons and colours are of the correct shade, quality and design. Coordinates may be required to travel widely to get an idea of the fashion trends. Personal Attributes: Must have high level of artistic and creative talents, a natural flair for fashion, sound judgement, excellent communication and organisational skills. Illustrator draw free hand sketches of designers ideas. They not only need outstanding sketching skills but at the same time requires excellent
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Fashion Consultant must be aware of the trends and transitions in the fashion market along with knowledge about fashion designing. They are expected to offer ideas regularly on how to further develop a product to be readily absorbed in a market. He/she should be a sharp observer sensitive to changing trends. Cutting Assistants have to cut samples according to specifications of the designer. A cutting assistant cuts samples, makes and alters patterns to see that the design visualised can be converted to a real dress. Sketching Assistants make the technical sketches of the garments and makes drawings for presentation. It is from this specification sketches one decide how a garment has to be fabricated. The sketching assistant sometimes have to the select the fabric also. Fashion Stylist has to coordinate
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the entire wardrobe for a fashion show or programme to promote the sales of the products. It involves coordinating the dress, accessories, make up, hairstyle, even the colour of the nail polish of the model according to the theme and the overall look of the show. Sometimes a stylist is even involved in fabric selection. He/ she has to be well versed in the trends and happenings in the industry and also have a keen sense of current fashion trends.
designing are weavers, embroidery designers, dying & printing consultant, fabric analyser, textile lab manager, fabric resource manager etc. Fashion Journalism and Presentation Fashion Journalist is an overall in-charge of a fashion magazine. It
Textile Designing Textile Designer or Fabric Designer : designs woven, knitted or printed fabrics for clothing and other home ware items like carpets, tableware etc. They treat the yarn through different types of processes to give it a particular finish. The textile designer also make drawings of initial concepts and work with various yarns and fabrics taking into account the final use of the fabric by translating the designs into marketable fabrics. Textile designers work within and alongside industries such as fashion, interior design, and textiles. They may also work under professional designers or as freelance designers working with a client base. Colourist play a vital role in the textile-printers, artist team. They are involved in block printing or machine printing. They must keep a record of colour samples and fabric pieces and have to work in a high paced environment, to meet deadlines. The colourist has to be very organised and must carefully follow precise instructions. The other career options in textile
is through them that the general public gets to know the latest fashion trends. He/she should have excellent taste for fashion and keep themselves abreast with latest fashion news, consumer reaction to new collections, fashion shows, current and future trends in colour, design and fabric. Today fashion journalist has a bright
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scope for employment as there is a need for exclusive articles and programmes with the development of fashion industry. Fashion Photography is an extremely creative and well paid profession. Fashion photographer needs to have a keen eye for aesthetic detail, a thorough knowledge of cameras and the technicalities involved in taking pictures, of light, distance and perspective to be successful. He/she should be inventive and able to visualise and communicate his ideas, at the same time must be sensitive to the moods of the models and interact freely with them. Fashion photography is one of the choices that photographers can diversify into. They can do freelancing and find employment with fashion houses, designers, fashion journals and news papers. Modelling If you have an attractive and outgoing personality and good communication skills, you can opt for modelling. Modelling is a highly paid job and is categorised into live modelling and photographic modelling. Live modelling is what we see in fashion shows, exhibitions where models display clothes and accessories for potential customers. Photographic or still modelling is taking photographs for Magazines, newspapers, catalogues and films for advertisements. One must take care to maintain their figure and looks, as modelling is a highly competitive field. Good looks, height, an attractive physique combined with self confidence and a trendy approach to life goes a long way to make a model popular. In addition they should be
highly photogenic. Patience and the ability to stand criticism are vital for survival and progress. Models can find employment with designers, in design houses, advertisement firms etc. Fashion Stylist has to coordinate the entire wardrobe for a fashion show or programme to promote the sales of the products. It involves coordinating the dress, accessories, make up, hairstyle, even the colour of the nail polish of the model according to the theme and the overall look of the show. Sometimes a stylist is even involved in fabric selection. He/she has to be well versed in the trends and happenings in the industry and also have a keen sense of current fashion trends.
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People In News
Bruno Mars; Michael Jackson’s 1995 performance is favourite
Hero of the month Anna Hazare This past month, Anna Hazare and a few other protestors were arrested and sent to Tihar Jail just as they were about to go on an indefinite fast at New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. This further elevated Anna’s status as a public hero--a hero who was not only willing to fast, but even face imprisonment for his cause. The man who has become the face of the anti-corruption movement in the country, Anna Hazare, reached his hometown Ralegan Siddhi on 31st August where he received a hero’s welcome.
Singer Bruno Mars said Michael Jackson’s 1995 performance is his favourite MTV VMA moment. The 25-year-old star is nominated in four categories at the awards show on August 28 and was asked about his favourite memory from the past shows. He said to MTV: “Favourite VMA memory? I think one of the tightest performances I’ve ever seen is Michael Jackson’s VMAs. He did Dangerous into like Smooth Criminal.” Jackson’s 1995 performance saw him do a medley of his best-loved hits such as Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough, Scream, Beat It, Black or White and Billie Jean among others
Japan’s PM announce Resignation Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan announced Naoto Kan. Other potential successorsincluded his resignation as leader of the Democratic Party former Foreign Minister Seiji Maehara and Trade of Japan, Kyodo news agency reported. Kan – who Minister Banri Kaieda. In June, Kan pledged to came to power in June last resign after lawmakers had year - had seen his approval passed three pieces of legislation, ratings fall to below 20% including one related to postdue in part to widespread earthquake reconstruction. The issatisfaction with how he final two bills went through was handling the aftermath Parliament on August 27. Kan of the March 11 quake that believes the two bills - a deficitcrippled the Fukushima financing bond bill and a new nuclear power plant. Finance energy promotion bill - will Minister Yoshihiko Noda won push forward his reconstruction the party vote and succeeded policies. metro
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Health Times
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Food Times
GULAB JAMUN RECIPE
Ingredients: 1. 1 cup Carnation Milk Powder 2. 1/2 cup all purpose flour 3. 1/2 tsp baking soda 4. 2 tablespoons butter -melted 5. Whole milk just enough to make the dough For the Sugar Syrup 6. 2 cups Sugar 7. 1 cup water 8. Oil for frying
Jamuns should rise slowly to the top if the temperature is just right. Now they must be gently and constantly agitated to ensure even browning on all sides. 3. If the temperature of the oil is too high then the gulab jamuns will tend to break. So adjust the temperature to ensure that the gulab jamuns do not break or cook too quickly. 4. The balls must be fried very slowly under medium temperatures. This will ensure complete cooking from inside and even browning.
How to make gulab jamun: 1. Make the dough by combining the milk powder, Sugar Syrup Bisquick, butter. Add just enough whole milk to 1. The syrup should be made earlier and kept warm. To make the hot sugar syrup add mix the 2 cups make a medium-hard dough. Divide the dough of sugar to 1 cup of water. Add 4-5 cardamom into 18-20 portions. Make balls by gently rolling pods, slightly crushed and a few strands of “Keeach portion between your palms into a smooth sar�. Mix with a spoon and then heat at medium ball. Place the balls on a plate. Cover with a damp heat for 5-10 minutes until sugar is all dissolved yet dry kitchen towel. in water. Do not overheat, that will caramelize 2. Heat the oil on high and then lower the heat to the sugar. medium. Slip in the balls into the hot oil from the side of the pan, one by one. They will sink to the 2. Transfer this hot syrup into a serving dish. Keep warm on stove.Add the fried gulab jamuns directbottom of the pan, but do not try to move them. ly into the warm syrup. Leave gulab jamun balls in Instead, gently shake the pan to keep the balls sugar syrup overnight for best results. They can from browning on just one side. After about 5 be served warm or at room temperature. mins, the balls will rise to the surface. The Gulab metro
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KHOYA PEDA RECIPE
BESAN LADOO RECIPE
Ingredients: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
1/2 kg Soft white khoya 2-1/2 cups (approx.300gms) sugar powdered 1/2 tsp cardamom powder 1 tsp cardamom seeds semi crushed 1 tbsp slivered or crushed pistachios
Ingredients of besan laddoo : 1. 2 cups gram flour (besan) 2. 11/2 cup sugar (grinded) 3. 1 cup ghee 4. 1 tsp each almonds, pistachios, cashew nuts (chopped)
Preparation of besan ke ladoo: 1. In a kadhai mix gram flour and ghee over a low How to make peda: heat. 1. Grate khoya with a steel (not iron) grater.Add 2. Keep constantly stirring to avoid lumps. powdered sugar and mix well. 3. When it releases an appetizing smell, it is ready. 2. Put mixture in a large heavy or nonstick pan. 4. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool. 3. Heat first on high for few minutes. 5. Add sugar and nuts to the gram flour and mix 4. The on slow till done. thoroughly. 5. Make sure to stir continuously, while on heat. 6. Now form ping-pong size balls of the mixture. 6. When mixture thick and gooey, add cardamom. 7. Besan Laddoo are ready to be served. 7. Mix well, and take off fire. metro metro CITY CITY TIMES TIMES || SEptember SEptember 2011 2011 || 21 21
Chatpat Times
My husband is my enemy: Manisha Koirala It was not long ago that Manisha Koirala made her intention to divorce her husband Samrat Dahal public on Facebook. She posted on her social media profile: “My husband has become my enemy. How much worst can it become for a women?”
Bodyguard gets operated Being treated for trigeminal neuralgia in the US, Salman has undergone surgery. “The doctors, who Salman went to for consultation, advised the actor to immediately undergo surgery. The operation involves using a coil to remove some blockages inside his mouth. The procedure is similar to a heart surgery. The operation usually lasts for close to five hours.” “Salman had this problem about seven years ago. He used to get spasms in his face. But the pain would go away. In fact, it vanished completely after a year or two. Then about three months ago, the pain resurfaced. This time, it’s more painful. He couldn’t have neglected it further.” This is the first time that the actor had to miss the release of his film. However, the Kareena-Salman starrer Bodyguard, which hit theatres this Eid, has earned an estimated Rs 18 crore on it’s first day. Reportedly, this breaks the record of the Rs 14 crore opening that Dabangg received. metro
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RGV back with Nisha Kothari It is a bad idea to mix business with pleasure. After four years and seven box office duds, Ram Gopal Varma had realised it and had edited the Nisha Kothari chapter out of his life after being in a relationship for four years. However, after Not A Love Story, Ramu seems to have rediscovered his love for the actress. Ramu and his one time muse Nisha are back together albeit for a film titled Stalker. A source revealed, “Ramu and Nisha have been spending time together. The fact that Ramu has taken her back in his life implies that he could not forget her. Now, they are even planning a film together titled Stalker.”
While the details of Stalker are not yet known, a source close to Nisha says, “Stalker will star Nisha in the lead. The details of the remaining cast are yet to be finalised. The film is likely to go on floors next year.” After Nisha went out of his life, Ramu was involved with Antara Mali, who is now happily married. Clearly, the 27-year old Nisha is back on RGV’s radar. Planning a full-fledged film with the actress in the lead just goes to show how besotted the filmmaker is with her.
Fair & Lovely Asin Like all Asian women, Asin Thottumkal too has an obsession with fair skin. Despite being a pretty, dusky gal, she is seen in various photographs, heavily photoshopped as a fair damsel.
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Movie Times
I Never to be an actress A
sin, Nayanatra & all began with Malayalam industries moved on to other industries there will be lot of glamorous roles there. What you are priority would you aware stop doing Malayalam film? To me its never been about in language, & it’s never been about in industry & it never been ‘I want to be an actress in Telugu industry’. To me, film has been more important than anything else & didn’t matter in language and what industries it is. Priority to do good films. I would never stop Malayalam movies.
How is your play back singing happen to u? Are you trained in any where or it just started at somewhere? I m not trained in anything whether it is acting, dancing or singing. These are thing that u just have. I use to starting sings one year old. I use to sings for charity, events & things like that. I use to always performance on the stage.
would like to think that i am different & I think I am. I don’t think anything Genilia, whether it looks wise or acting wise anything. Just because they slight resemblance of face skin & curly hair like other na. And being compare to anyone is an offence thing for me. I heard lot of soundary comparison that like, Ha ha ha… Because I was never found actress, but soundary always respected in industry. She had one space in people’s heart. People really loves soundarya that I like that.
Again fans are asking a question why are u not on twitter, why are u not in facebook? What do you say? I am not a very social person I don’t like talk on phone or be on the net like if I had time I would just sit in my room or just read a book or just watch tv or just sleep it self. Even if I was in twitter I wouldn’t know What to say, I can’t say everything I had butter chicken today. It is stupid thing. I can’t say like that.
What is your check list before you say a project? Story, the script & my role in the script is it important! And director, will be understand of my style of attitude. These are the my only check list rest of the stuff doesn’t matter.
Nandini every time will talk about u even twitter also, somebody called you “Discover of the dictate”. She says, after Genelia we get a bubbly heroine! How do you feel about that? To be compare to Genelia…..! Not Very great. Ha Ha…... I don’t want to be compare to anybody. I metro
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“Chirpy, quirky,
cute and bubbly, Nithya Menon is a name that reminds us of the cute looking girl from ‘Ala Modalaindi’. With an angelic look clubbed with powerful performance. Nithya has now become a household name in Andhra Pradesh.”
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How do you manage offers, which you have? That’s way I do so few films na. The offers I have got quit a number of films with all the top actors that’s not important to me.
What is your first love acting or singing? Singing, I don’t know everyone have one passion like na. When I take mike I just sing I forget everything. And I am happy, so I recognize that.
All members are saying you’re talking telugu is very good. How do you pickup so fast? That is…! I done for very consciously, even I don’t one word also in Telugu, when I am doing alamodalindi movie. We will talk in Telugu, I forced all the staff you are south Indian & I am also south Indian why you are talking in Hindi, Tell me in Telugu ha ha…..! Because of that I pickup easily.
I heard news; you are doing with the Combination of Trivikram Srinivas & Venkatesh. Is that true? Yes, I felt although, I am very very found of Venkatesh, He looks very nice. But one film you need to justice to film, I didn’t take a chance with Venkatesh. I was very small compare with the venkatesh I say to Trivikram, he absolutely understood & said we will work some time.
How is the family react & friends feeling, about your stardom? I have been always very private. I don’t have large group of friends or anything like that. I Have two friend that my mom & dad and just my family parents & relatives. Those people didn’t react to. When I go back home I just become Nitya. I am normal person we are very simple like middle class family. So it’s too different world, I don’t have car, A/c & life is just normal. Sometimes I notice some outer circle people calling to me Oh… ha……! Nitya……….. Suddenly everybody friendly likes that. You realize that it is doesn’t matter to me. They change their attitude about me, but I didn’t change of my attitude. As long as there don’t treat me as actress, I am very happy.
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Hobby Times
Bringing up a Pet
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here are a lot of things to consider long before you begin the process of selecting a dog for your family. The most important considerations being, is a dog the right pet for your family and is your family even ready for a pet. This section contains many valuable points to consider. Take the time to think about these things carefully and honestly before jumping into pet ownership.
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Dog or children? Most people have pets first, then children. However, this is not always an ideal situation. If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, it might be advisable to put your desire for a pet on the back burner. Your life is about to go through it’s biggest transition ever, and it is easy for your new pet to get less than its fair share of attention. Wait until you can give your new pet the optimum time and attention it deserves. metro
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Infants require 24/7 care. To bring a puppy into your home during this time can be overwhelming and something is going to suffer. If you have children first, let them get out of diapers so you can have more time. Plus, it’s easier to teach a toddler or small child the guidelines for how to treat an animal. Owners who had good intentions give up their dogs to
shelters everyday. Remember that owning a dog is a lifelong commitment with a variety of responsibilities. If you can’t meet those responsibilities, neither you nor your dog will be happy. Honestly evaluate your lifestyle, your home and your pocketbook before you bring a dog into your life.
Realistically consider the following: Ask yourself why you want a pet and if you have the time (for house-training, obedience training, exercise and companionship) and the money (for the initial purchase plus checkups, vaccinations, routine and emergency care, spaying/neutering, grooming, training classes, food, kennel, leashes, toys, brushes, etc.) for a pet. Before you bring a dog home, picture this: veterinarian bills; housetraining and accidents that happen before training is complete; losing your best shoes to chewing and your best rosebush to digging; barking when you’re trying to sleep and begging when you’re trying to eat. If you aren’t prepared for all the things dogs do, you aren’t ready for a dog. Depending on the size and temperament of the dog you get, you need to have proper indoor and outdoor facilities. If your outdoor facilities (like fences and runs) are not adequate, what would the legal and insurance implications be?
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Okay, so you’re still set on getting a dog. That’s great. With dog ownership comes countless benefits, including companionship, devotion, unconditional love, as well as improved owner health (in the form of lower blood pressure). Now there are even more questions to ask yourself, like:
1. Will this dog be kept mostly inside or outside? 2. Is my yard large enough for a larger dog to get exercise? 3. Is my yard fenced, in case I choose to keep my dog outside? 4. Will my neighbors be compatible with this dog? Will my fence keep my dog out of their yard? 5. And when you have children in the house, there are more things to consider, like: 6. For the easiest transition, you should wait until your child is at least 7 or 8 years old before getting a dog. 7. Be prepared to include and involve your child in researching and selecting a dog. 8. Give the child limited responsibilities for care of the dog. 9. Select a breed that gets along well with children. 10. Most importantly, never get a dog “just for the kids” because it never works out that way. 11. Are you getting a dog for the right reasons?
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If you are considering getting a pet to teach your children responsibility, you should reconsider your motivation. More often than not, pet care falls on the shoulders of the parents. Teaching a lesson isn’t the only wrong reason for getting a dog. Other reasons people get a dog include:
For the children To give as a gift To raise puppies and make money Just for protection Because you feel sorry for it On impulse
When you bring a pet into your life, you want to maximize the probability of it staying in your life. Make sure you are getting a dog for the right reasons.
The responsibilities of pet ownership At the very minimum, dogs require food and water. But no family pet deserves to live with the bare minimum. A good, loving home provides their dog with:
Food, including meals, treats, and sometimes special diets. A crate or other confined area indoors, including a mat or bed. A fenced yard or kennel run outdoors, including a sheltered spot. Fresh water. Exercise, including a minimum of two walks or romps in the yard daily. Don’t forget to bring a leash and pooper-scooper. Training. House-training, as well as good manners and obedience training. Health care, including regular checkups, vaccinations and dental care. And also emergency care due to illness or injury. Grooming, at home or professional. Play and toys that he can play with by himself.
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Companionship, including lots of attention when you’re home and a secure place to stay when you’re out. A good boarding kennel is needed for extended periods of travel. Forgiveness for housetraining accidents, for digging and barking and chewing or for just being a dog. If you aim to be a responsible pet owner and teach your children the same, here’s why you need to provide your dog with the characteristics of a good home: Obedience training not only makes your dog a more enjoyable companion, but may one day save his life. Regular grooming not only helps your dog look his best, it can affect how he feels. A well-groomed dog feels better. Let a pet be a pet. If your dog isn’t being bred, have it spayed or neutered by six months of age.
pregnant and deliver a litter. Parents who want to teach a child to be responsible should have pets neutered before sexual maturity. Your child can learn about reproduction from other appropriate sources
Dogs that are allowed to bark incessantly disturb the neighborhood and often prevent people from investigating a disturbance in the event that something goes wrong. Cleaning up after your pet is your responsibility. Be prepared for accidents in public places by carrying plastic
bags or a pooper scooper to clean up and dispose of your pet’s waste. Make sure your dog always wears a collar and ID tag with your telephone number. Your veterinarian can even implant microchip identification under your dog’s skin. Make safe arrangements for the care of your pet while you are absent from home. Dogs deserve a safe, enjoyable holiday as much as you do. Always supervise interaction between your child and your pet until your child is at least 12 years of age. A side note on spaying and neutering: some adults consider it educational for their child to watch pets mate, become metro metro CITY CITY TIMES TIMES || SEptember SEptember 2011 2011 || 31 31
Travel Times
Ten Tips To Travel abroad A
far away destination can be an incredible experience. You will be exposed to different cultures, climates and ways of life. You get to see the world in a whole new way and meet exciting people in their home environment. However, traveling those long distances can take its toll. Here are a few key pointers to help you make the most of your destination.
Traveling in comfort One of the tasks you need to prepare for is that excruciatingly long flight or road trip. There are things you can do though to make the time go by more quickly. First, if you are flying try to purchase the best seat you possibly can. If you are driving ensure there is enough room for everyone. Second, take along a book, comfy travel pillow and eye covers. Third, think about taking extra time at your stops or layovers. It might take you a day or two longer to reach your final destination but traveling along the way can help break up a long trip.
Documentation Each country has different entry requirements. Some allow you to stay for 90 days while others limit it to one week. Ensure that you have understood the requirements and get started on your documentation as soon as possible. Things can get lost in the mail and workers do go on vacation. Give yourself as much time as you can your nerves will thank you.
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Make sure your shots are up to date Just as each country has different entry requirements, they may also have different immunization suggestions. This may also depend where you travel within a given country. Also, if you are planning on backpacking into the great unknown it is definitely a good idea to get the right shots. True, they can be expensive but most of them last a long time. Get it done the first time you go and you just might be ready for any other future travels you may have on your agenda.
What can you bring home with you One of the greatest joys when traveling those long distances is being able to bring home a reminder of your time away. However, you do have a long distance to get back home. It is wise to choose items that can either be brought on as a carryon or can be packed nice and snug in your suitcase. The other option is to ship it. It can get a little pricey but if the item is a must have it can be worth it.
Make sure you have a reserve You might be able to travel in the USA or Canada with your ATM card but when you travel far away those letters just might not mean a whole lot. It is essential that you have a credit card on hand, if only to have for emergency purposes. Make sure you also check around to get the most bang for your exchange. Airports are notorious for charging extra fees so it is best to go to a bank or a business that specializes in currency exchange.
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Is eating fish eyes the norm? Do you have a stomach of steel? Do your hands tremble at nothing? Then skip to number nine. If eating something different tends to make you a little nervous though read on. The best defense is a good offense so read up before you come. What are the cultural norms here? What do they call it and how do they spell it? Knowing a little beforehand can prevent you from an embarrassing situation. Remember, although something might be different it doesnt mean that it is going to be bad all the time.
What are the cultural expectations? The best thing a foreign visitor can do when traveling to a new culture is to show respect. Though sometimes you might not know if you have offended someone. There are cultures where showing the bottom of your foot is a huge no no. So is shaking with the wrong hand or speaking out of turn. Again, read before you go. If you want to feel comfortable in your new surroundings make sure you understand what is expected of you. It is the polite thing to do.
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Learn the language
There are travelers that cannot live without their shavers, straighteners or blow dryers. Buy your adaptor before you go. Chances of you finding one at your destination will be slim. I mean really, why would they have an adaptor for their own country? And if you do happen to find one you just know the price is going to be way beyond average.
If you really want to impress the locals, learn a few key phrases. Beyond just making an impression though, knowing these can definitely be a good thing. Finding out where a bathroom/restroom/ water closet might be or knowing how to ask for directions will allow you to feel more in control
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Documentation
Stay healthy Dont risk it buy insurance. The last thing you want to be worrying about when you or a loved one is hurt is how am I going to pay for this?. Shop around though. Different companies can offer different rates. Plus, you may not need the deluxe package. Anything is better than nothing. Hopefully you will never have to use it but just knowing it is there should bring you peace of mind.
Each country has different entry requirements. Some allow you to stay for 90 days while others limit it to one week. Ensure that you have understood the requirements and get started on your documentation as soon as possible. Things can get lost in the mail and workers do go on vacation. Give yourself as much time as you can your nerves will thank you.
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AP State Archaeological Museum Visit to the Andhra Pradesh State Archaeological Museum is a delight for art lovers. Located in the picturesque Public Gardens, the museum boasts of one of the richest repositories of antiques and art objects in the country. Built in 1920 by the Nizam VII, the museum building itself is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The museum contains a Buddhist gallery, Brahmanical & Jain gallery, Bronze gallery, Arms & Armour gallery, Numismatics gallery, Ajanta gallery and more. Adjacent to the State Museum is the Contemporary Art Museum. Prices Rs. 5 - Rs. 10 Contact No: 23234942 Visiting Hours : 10.30 am – 5 pm (Friday Closed)
Taramati Baradari Fort Taramati Baradari was built by Abdullah Qutub Shah the Seventh Sultan of Golconda,a near Gandipet lake in Hyderabad city. The palace was built for his favorite court singer/dancer Taramati. Taramati Baradari was built with 12 entrances, a piece of intellectual architecture of renowed engineers of the past to see that the palace is filled with natural light throught out the day till sun sets. As the palace is situated close to Golkonda fort even without stepping out of the fort Sultan Abdullah Qutub Shah used to enjoy the melodious songs of Taramati - the architecture of the fort made this even more easier to carry out the melodious voice from Taramati Baradari to Golkonda Fort. Visiting Hours: 8 am – 9.30 pm Telephone: 2352-0172, 2352-1884, 98481-92874
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Legislative Assembly Sparkling white, with a combination of Rajasthani and Persian architectural designs, the Legislative Assembly complex, is located beside the emerald green lawns of the Public Gardens. Originally known as the Hyderabad State Town Hall and built in 1913, the only addition has been the imposing bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi. Timings: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Prasads Imax South India’s First IMAX Theater and India’s 3rd IMAX Theater. This Prasad’s IMAX multiplex is located on the banks of Hussain Sagar lake in the heart of Hyderabad. This IMAX multiplex is a part of Buddha Purnima project area, which is an initiative of AP Tourism department. The Prasad’s IMAX theater features world’s most powerful projector that beams on 29 meters wide and 21.93 meters high screen. It also has a six channel sound system that puts across 12,000 watts of digital surround sound. There are 44 custom designed speakers equipped at strategic places in the theater to give the complete digital experience. This IMAX screen has 15-perforation and 70 mm format instead of usual 5-perforation and 70mm format. The ‘rolling loop’ technique ensures the smooth run of the movie on the screen. Visiting timings : 9:30 am to 10:30 pm Tel : 91 - 40 – 23448888
Chilkur Balaji Temple The Balaji Temple is located at Chilkur in the Hyderabad district. It is 33 Kms away from Mehdipatnam. Approximately 75,000 to 1,00,000 devotees visit in a week. Generally temple gets heavy rush on Saturdays and Sundays. Set in sylvan surroundings, the temple attracts thousands of pilgrims every year and is an ideal place for sequestered retreat and meditation. Timings :5am to 8pm everyday and darshan of the deity is stopped for a few minutes in the morning (8’clock) afternoon and evening (7’clock)
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Horoscope Times MONTHLY FORECAST Aren’t we the Big Brain this month? Well at least you’ll feel like it. Your intellect may really surprise you. What comes out of your mouth could actually catch those around you by surprise. Profound ARIES (3/21 – 4/19): is the word that comes to mind the strongest. This holiday season should be one of the best you’ve had in some time. There is more than a chance of new romance if single. Rekindled flames for those attached. There will be plenty of cash to cover your celebrating and friends calling from all over the place. Fame and popularity does have its burdens. Enjoy. Life will feel so good this month. There is more than just a little chance that your careful planning could win the heart of a new love interest. If not, those in your life will be amazed by your financial Taurus (4/20 – 5/20) : prowess. There is something of a warning for you around the 13th to 15th. If planning a party, make sure your spouse is included at every level. Communication is very important at this time and make sure there are no crossed wires. As you cruise into the holidays you should feel a true sense of accomplishment and self-satisfaction. Your committed partnerships could have you on the run this month. There could be a surprises who put up this wall you just ran into when you weren’t looking, & that is the key to the problem. Gemini (5/21 – 6/21): You could wind up being your own worst enemy if not careful. So pay attention. An on-the-job flirtation could enliven your holiday season on the one hand, but cause you some grief on the other. Best leave this one alone for about another month. By the last week of September you’ll be feeling very good as you complete any last minute shopping. You may feel some pressure from the workplace this month. Chances there are placing new responsibilities on your shoulders. You’re not without the help of the Universe in these endeavors, Cancer (6/22 – 7/22): so forge ahead with faith and confidence. You may be making changes and adding a whole new system to your work environment. Romance is just running after you with a vengeance. If single this could be the best time you may have had in some time. metro
Good heavens there are a lot of romantic opportunities for you, both this month and next. These times don’t come along all that often. You’ll need to use you head and choose wisely. There could be a Leo (7/23 – 8/22): romantic deception coming you’re way that could sour what appears to be the perfect match around the 13th to 15th, so be on guard. You’ll be doing most of your entertaining at home this month. As the Sun moves into Capricorn just before Christmas, there could be demands from your employer in one of those last minute seasonal crunch situations. Not to worry, you’ll shine & possibly save the day, making you the as a Hero. Once again, I caution you about over indulging your desires & appetites. You’ll be facing the holidays with the attitude to make this the best one ever. You may have a tendency to over spend or over decorate the homestead for the season. You’ll also be gaining massive support Virgo (8/23 – 9/22): while on the job this month. Matters and plans at hand will surprise you. The tried-and-true meets the innovation of the future to please you & your higher-ups. This plays giving you the credit you deserve for being so forward thinking. You could also receive over the entire month words and letters from those that warm, and at times overwhelm you with affection. Take the time to reciprocate. This could be a record-breaking effort in the holiday card department for you this month. You could wind-up making the postal service very happy with the out- going and incoming amount Libra (9/23 – 10/22) : of mail. The phone will be ringing off the hook. And don’t forget to check that email on a twice a day basis. There are going to be surprises there as well. There is also an interesting aspect for you this month. Someone you care about may be giving you signals that your relationship is coming to a close. Be mindful, but not spiteful about it. By the holidays, life should be back to a happy rhythm and go smoothly without incident. Bring those close to you even closer. Spend as much time together as possible.
Scorpio (10/23 – 11/21)
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Financial concerns dominate this month. There are so many depending on you for your expertise & their happiness is directly tied to the job you do. It will turn out to be the best holiday season you have experienced in sometime, not by what you receive,
but by what you give. You have ample opportunity to break free from a former image that has plagued you unjustly for some time. With Venus & Mars parked the entire month in you First House of Self, you may find that people are drawn to you like a magnet. There will be opportunities to expand your friendship base and make new ones. There is also the possibility of meeting the dream person of your life. With the Sun, Pluto and Mercury in your First House of Self, you start this month feeling dynamic and purposeful. Use this to your advantage on the 10th or 11th. Enlightening Sagittarius (11/22 – 12/21): insights may come from your partner or Committed Other sometime this month. Be ready with an open ear and mind. The holiday season will feel well planned and easy going for you this year. If you’re single, romance could catch up with you around a New Year’s party just when you least expect it. September is your downtime period. You probably won’t feel much like shopping or going out of your way for anything until before the 25th. This is OK, as by that time the batteries will be Capricorn (12/22 – 1/19): recharged and you’ll be on a roll for the holidays. Also try to avoid overworking yourself this month, which could further lower your vitality and leave you open to a cold or flu. Your friends are at your side this month and may introduce you to someone you could lose your heart to. And wouldn’t that be just the worst way to spend the holidays? With the coming holidays, you’re in a party mood. Planning, doing, going. Whatever the occasion, you rush to it. Friends champion you into escapades, but just don’t let the fun surprise you in the Aquarius (1/20 – 2/18): pocketbook area. If you have a partner or Committed Other, you will probably have a wonderful month together, especially through the holidays.You could find a new creative outlet in your career this month. Something you’ve had on the back burner could get the heat turned up high before the New Year and this will be to your advantage.
Pisces (2/19 – 3/20) :
Your career is getting big kudos from the boss and those around you this month. You may be just a bit surprised on the inside by the attention, though you would never show it outwardly. Point-of-pride. At any rate, there is also a chance
for a financial windfall from your labors. If traveling this month, you could meet a new love interest. If not traveling, they may be from a distant land. Exotic and romantic. And as you are such a marshmallow romantically, you could tumble like a felled tree. Merry Christmas!
Love & Sex Yearly Forecast Leo: True, this could be property or environmentrelated. It’s as likely that the wind will be taken from your sails in the nicest of ways by someone who just loves romance - and might even be in love with love. One thing could lead to another with the momentum in this partnership building into something very special by 2nd week. If Cupid’s arrow does make its mark, expect the wound to go deep! So yes, this could be a life-changing when you’re held spell bound by someone’s words - and by the way they move. Virgo: As you well know, you don’t have to tune in if you don’t want to. However, given that those closest to you appear to be changing direction, their reaction to events could hold your interest. Someone just might manage to cast a spell over you. It wouldn’t be surprising if you went out of your way to please most likely by undertaking a fairly long journey. It’s quite probable too that planning for a reunion set to take place weekends will also command some of your attention. Libra: True, your logic can escape many people at the best of times! This month your eccentricity is likely to endear you to many but alienate a few. It might help to be aware that in the run into Monday’s Full Moon, over-reactions are probable - and that things could turn around yet again weekend. With Venus in aspect to Mars, relationship issues may be uppermost in many places - leading to some interesting dalliances which might even turn into something more by next month. Scorpio: Monday’s Full Moon is in your sign. True, there’s one like this every year but this one is part of a complex pattern all of which points to decisions about emotional baggage - what you want to take forward and what really needs to be left behind. You’re right, this might be nothing more than light flirtation. On the other hand, this might be just the experience you need before moving into the emotional fast lane in last week.
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Taj Mahal Hotel # 88, Sarojinidevi Road, Secunderabad - 500 003, Ph: 040 - 27812106 Fax : 040 - 40020104
Hotel Cititel # 4-1-427 A & B, Opp. Vishal Megamart, Abids, Hyderabad - 500 001. Ph: 0 40-24656718/19/20, Cell: 99088 99517 hotel_haridwar@yahoo.com, www.haridwarresidency.com
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# 115, Sarojini Devi Road, Parklane, Secunderabad - 500 003. Ph: 27840466, 27840399, info@parklanehotel.net arvind@parklanehotel.net, www.parklanehotel.net
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# 3-6-335 to 339, Basheerbagh ‘X’ Roads, Hyderabad - 500 001. Ph: 91 - 40 - 2322 6267, Fax : 91 - 40 - 23224494 hotelmagacity@yahoo.com
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# Banjara Hills Road No.1, Masab Tank, Hyderabad. Ph: 23371786, 23370091/92, hotelcititel@gmail.com, www.hotelcititel.com,
# 3-8-232/1, Road.No.3, Chandrapuri Colony, Opp.Vijaya Laxmi Theatre, L.B.Nagar, N.H.9, Hyderabad - 74 Cell : 9346985125 info@hotelvahinigroup.in www.hotelvahinigroups.in
# Plot No: 169 Sri Swamy Ayyappa Co-op Housing Society, Madhapur, Hitech City, Hyderabad-500081 Phone: 040 - 4221 2323, 040 - 4021 4431 Cell: 96527 47576, 96526 69666 E-mail: info@hotelmybliss.com
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#Ranigunj Bus stop, MG Road, Secunderabad -500 003. Ph: 040 - 66334455(4Lines) Fax: 040 27549003 hotelbalajee@zahoo.co.in www.hotelbalajee.co.in
# 11-5-430, Lakdikapool, Hyderabad - 500 004 , A.P , India. Ph : 040-4020 6665 / 66 / 4015 1934 Info@hotelroyalresidencyhyd.com www.hotelroyalresidencyhyd.com
HOTEL ROYAL GRAND # 15-1-542/15, Siddiamber Bazar, Hyderabad - 500 012 Ph: 040-24655057/58/59 Fax: 040 - 24655060 Cell: 8008322111, 9292475767 info@hansresidency.com www.hansresidency.com
#4-1-527, Troop bazar, behind G.P.O. Abids, Hyderabad.-500 001 Ph: 040 - 24610299, 66660299 info@hotelsuhail.in www.hotelsuhail.in
# 5-8-230/4, Opp. Railway Station, Nampally, Hyderabad - 500 001. Ph: 040 - 23201194, 66621366 Fax : +91 - 40 - 66621367 hotel.royalgrand@gmail.com, www.hotel-royalgrand.com
Hotel Priya residency #2-3-42/52, Maitri Arcade, MG Road, Ranigunj, Secunderabad-500003 Ph: 040-66173456, hotelpriyaresidencyhyd@gmail.com www.hotelpriyaresidency.in
NEo
Hotel
Sri Sai Regency #3-4-4, Kachiguda Station Road, Hyderabad-500 027 Ph:67678899 srisairegency@gmail.com www.srisairegency.com
Hotel AADAAB Air Condition Lodge Veg. Non Veg. & Bakery A/C Family Hall # Beside Gandhi Bhavan, Nampally,Hyderabad-500 001 Hotel: 040 - 24733876 Lodge: 040 - 24615209, 24741590
# 8-3-945/A/1/1, Opp.Jeans Corner, Beside New Science College, Main Road Ameerpet, Hyderabad-73 Ph: 040-4435 4646 hotelgrandeurhyd@gmail.com www.hotelgrandeurhyd.com
#kachiguda Station Road, Hyderabad - 500 027 Ph: 040- 30723331/2/3. 9959666114 reservations@hoteltourist plaza.in Sunilkhullar@hoteltouristplaza.in www.hoteltouristplaza.in
Unit of Sylvan Blue Inns Pvt. Ltd. # Plot No:87 Behind Cyber towers, Hitech City, Hyderabad-500081 Ph : 40-23111184/85 Cell: 9246529945. Email:bookings@rockview.in Info@rockview.in Website: www.rockview.in
ROYAL HOTEL # Nampally, Hyderabad - 500001 Ph : 040-23201039, 66366338. cell : 9391068514
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# 206, SRK Apts, Opp State Home, Near Saradhi Studio, Yallareddyguda, Ameerpet, Hyderabad-500 073. Ph: 040-4018 5397 / 4201 4408 Cell: 9866270258 corporealestate@gmail.com www.corporatesinn.com
Atithi Residency
A/c & Non A/c Deluxe Rooms #5-4-7, Mahaprobhu House, Beside Agra Sweets, Abids, Hydeabad - 500 001. Ph:040-66848491/92, 9985271177. sunilsankhla1@in.com
Sanman # Priti Nandita Residency, 86, Shanti Nagar, Masab Tank, Hyderabad - 500028. Ph: 40-23328458, 23328468 , Cell: 9866977192, 9949111170, info@pnguestsuites.com www.pnguestsuites.com
santhosh castle Sonthosh Dhaba
Exclusive
A/c Luxury Rooms & family Restaurant
# 4-1-364, Hanuman tekadi, Abids, Hyderabad -500 001 Ph: 040 - 66778887, 9701234777
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# 4-6-464, Esamiah Bazar, Hyderabad - 500 027 (AP) Ph: 040-24656711 to 17, Cell: 9246336085, Fax : 040-24732780 Email: sales@hotelharidwar.com Website : www.hotelharidwar.com
Lodging & Restaurant # Near Gokul Theater, Erragadda, Hyderabad - 500 018. A.P. Ph: 040 - 23701768, 23701125, 23701132.
santhosh santhosh Banjara Dhaba A/c Family Restaurant. Exclusive A/c. 100% Pure Vegetarian
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# 1-7-207/C/A, kamaladevi Chambers, Paradise, Secunderabad -500 001 Ph: 040 - 65217887, 9985271177 / 9885147843 sunilsankhla1@in.com
#8-2-629/1/2, Beside pizza hut, Rd.No-12, Banjara HIlls, Hyderabad Ph: 040 - 65217887, 9246271177 sunilsankhla1@in.com
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Hotel Bhavani Deluxe Lodge
Lodge, Bar & Restaurant # 4-111, Dilsukhnagar, Hyderabad - 500 060. Ph: 040-24141212, 66616261 66635544, Cell: 9866074110, 9246825002
A/C
# 9-4-165, Razimental Bazar, Opp.Petrol Pump, Near Railway Station, Secunderabad - 500 025 Ph: 040 - 27706436, 27714913
syala #624B, Beside Blue Cross, Rd.No-35. Jublee Hills, Hyderabad . Ph: 8885888666 syala35@gmail.com
#38, Sarojini Devi Road, Secunderabad - 500 003 Ph:040 - 27803805 , 9848058797
# 1-62/1, II Floor, Sri Tirumala Subash Arcade, Survey # 39, Kothaguda ‘X’ Road, Kondapur, Cyberabad - 500 084. Ph : 040-64539393, 64530303, Cell : 91778 35961 Email: sizzling.grillz@yahoo.com
# 131, Narmada Arcade Above HDFC Bank Nacharam, Hyderabad. Ph: 040-65216888, 27153373 ghungroorestaurant@gmail.com Website: www.ghungroo.com
Andhra Pradesh Hotels Association
Rajya Laxmi Deluxe Lodge
(A/C, Non A/C)
#9-3-424 to 427, Regimental Bazar, Secunderabad - 5000 025 Ph: 040 - 27701509
# 6-1-346/3, Sundar Nivas, Near Meera Talkies, Khairatabad, Hyderabad - 500 004. Email: apha@apha.co.in, www.apha.co.in
syala #624B, Beside Blue Cross, Rd.No-35. Jublee Hills, Hyderabad . Ph: 8885888666 syala35@gmail.com
# Level 5, G V K One Mall, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 500 034. Ph : 040-67767111, 7112 info@khaansaab.com www.khaansaab.com
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Rashmi Classic Restaurant #108/A, 1st floor, Parklane, Secunderabad-500003 Ph: 040-65218414,27896225 9849028245,9848155705 rashimisrestaurent@gmail.com
Palace
Multicuisine Restaurant & Banquet Hall
Multicuisine Restaurant & bar
Guest House
Heights
Restaurant & Bar
# Plot No. 23, Above Heritage Fresh, RTC Colony, Tirumalgiri, Secunderabad - 500 015. Ph: 040-40045555, 9866964222 ghungroorestaurant@gmail.com Website: www.ghungroo.com
# 4-1-974/8, 8th Floor, Trivani Complex, Abids Road, Hyderabad - 500 001. Ph: 040 - 24751264, 24750339 palaceheights.hyd@gmail.com
11 to Eleven Family Lounge Bar
#100, Xerospace plot No.28, Arunodaya Colony , Madhapur Road, Hyderabad - 500081. Ph: 040 - 64618635, 9848592870 kumarsunshinekebabs@gmail.com www.sunshinekebabsindia.com
#1-1-92 to 94, 4th Floor,Sona Bhan Complex, Above Kalaniketan Shopping Centre, Patny Centre, Secunderabad-03. Ph: 66808998/27808998. 11toelven@gmail.com http://mobistill.com/11toeleven/ metro
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EMERALD BIRYANI HOUSE # Malkajgiri X Roads, Hyderabad - 500 047. Ph: 040 - 27054523 Cell: 9247824523
11 To Eleven Family Restaurant
HIMANI DURBAR PARATHA HOUSE
#1-1-92 to 94, 4th Floor, Sona Bhan Complex, Above Kalaniketan S, Patny Centre,Secunderabad-03. Ph: 66808998/27808998. 11toelven@gmail.com http://mobistill.com/11toeleven/
# 8-3-945/3, Beside New Science College, Ameerpet, Hyderabad - 500 073. Ph: 040 - 30523523 Cell: 9963113489, 9849111311 Email: himanidurbar@gmail.com
3 Shots
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#4-17, Besides B.B.R.Hospital, Ferozguda, Balangaar, Hdyerabad Ph: 040 - 23774186, 9866396287
Laxmi Narasimha (A UNIT OF HARSHA DELUXE MESS)
# Beside Police Commissioner Office, Basheerbagh, Hyderabad - 500 029. Ph: 040-32483348, 30723172
Unique Hyderabadi Caterers # srt 73, Opp. SBI, Gandhi Nagar, Ashok nagar, Hyderabad - 500 020 Ph: 9848551352
Maheck Cooking & Catering Service Syed Ameeruddin (Baba) #18-8-192/3/7/B, Indranagar, Santhosh Nagar, Hyderabad - 500 059. Ph: 9642068783, 9849254201
Bombay
Bakery & Restaurant
Sree Lakshmi Caterers (A Group of Ramaiah Hotel) # 1-9-610/A, Adikmet, Hyderabad-500 044. Cell: 9848048923, 9848066023
Caterers
# Saroornagar, Post Office, Beside Registration Office, Hyderabad - 500 035. Cell: 9848094912 9010882682
N.Ramakrishna B. Vinod Kumar # 1-4-58, Budvel, Rajendra Nagar, R.R. Dist. Hyderabad - 500030. Ph: 9951249434, 9866553628
Traditional Indian Sweets
Tea, Snacks, birthday cakes, etc.. # Opp. SBH Main Branch, Abids, Gunfoundry, Hyderabad - 500 001. Ph: 040-64584445 Cell: 9246524555
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# 2-2-63/2, Beside IOC Petrol Bunk, Amberpet, Hyderabad - 500 013. Cell: 9391149177 Ph: 40-27402560
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My Friend Circle Restaurant # Plot No.8, Jeedimetla Village, Suchitra Circle, Medak Road, Cyberabad, Hyderabad - 500 0081.
SAPTAGIRI CATERERS
#1-29-1435, J.K Colony, Samatha Nagar, Secunderbad - 500 056 Cell: 95505 54545 E mail: info@sapthagiricaterers.com, www:sapthagiricaterers.com
# 1-9-280, Vidya Nagar, Hyderabad - 500 044. Ph: 27076781, 27073781 Cell: 9866176781, 9949176781, shanmukhacaterers@gmail.com
Ramakrishna Reddy Pure Ghee Sweets Malakpet, Hyderabad. Ph: 040 - 24555970 Dilsukhnagar, Hyderabad. Ph: 040 -24150144 SR Nagar, Hyderabd. Ph: 040 - 66624100 Santhoshnagar, Hyderabd. Ph: 040 -24536079
gharonda
Food Court & Swaad Veg.Buffet
#103, Parklane, Secunderabad - 500 003, Ph: 040-27815501, 27892419, 65885178, 64552487, Cell: 98480 31254
Ice Cream #17-2-256/1, Choni, Upperguda, Near Madannapet PS, Saidabad, Hyderabad- 500023 9849105878, 9493977116 www.softnjoy.in
NAVIN TRAVELS Events Managements
Caterers, Decorators, Entertainment # Plot No. 5, H.No. 3-6-2, Upstairs of Vasireddy Swagruha Foods, Kukatpally, Hyderabad. Ph: 040-64632211 Cell: 9248002211, 9848494075 satish@maharajaeventmanagement.com www.maharajaeventmanagement.com
# 1-7-228/A-1, Tirupathi Complex, Behind Swathi Hotel, Opp. Ragal Hotel & Shayam Hotel, Paradise Circle, M.G. Road, Secunderabad - 500 003. Tel : 040-66904551 Cell: 9441713791, 9949864912
Southern Travels Pvt. Ltd. # No.7, Mustafa Towers, Ayodhya Junction, Lakdi-ka-pul, Hyderabad - 500 004. Ph: 40-23303561, 23318866, avpraveen@southertravels.in www.southerntravelsindia.com
Sai Anu
# H.O: Esamia Bazar, Koti, Hyderabad - 500 027. Ph: 40-24732806, 24732820 Email: scoopsicecream@ymail.com Website: www.scoopsindia.com
Hotel Bookings, Bus Tickets, Rent-A-Car, Flight Tickets, Sightseeing,Currency Exchange, Train Tickets, City Tour Guide, Complementry Free Pick Up: Airtport, Railway Station & All Pick-Up-Points # 4-3-142/4, Opp. Pillar # 127, Attapur, Ring RD,Hyderabad-34. (: 32576545, 40024583 9396272761 9347138111. aktourshyd1@gmail.com
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Vaishanavi Travels
travels
#2-3-42/52, Hotel Priya Residency. Mitri Arcade, M.G Road, Ranigunj Secunderabad-500003 Ph: 040-66173456 9885088885, 93917188885 vaishnavitravels@in.com www.hotelpriyaresidency.in
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Venakateswara
Orthopaedic & Physiotherapy Centre Dr. Akku Srinivas
(Consultant physiotherpist)
5-9-22, Secretariat Road Hyderabad – 500 063, Ph: 040-23231111, Cell: 9866994440 info@medicitihospitals.com www.medicitihospitals.com
# 2-9, Below Deccan Grameena Bank, Mekala Complex, Main Road, Uppal, Hyderabad - 500 039. Cell : 9618979123, Ph: 040-64529817
Facilities :- General Physician, orthopaedics, Neuro Physician, cardiologist, Diagnostic(Lab facility). Home Visit on Appointment # C/o Safe Heart Hospital, 3-4-874-1, Barkatpura,Hyderabad. Ph: 9866091888 Email: srinivasakku@gmail.com
#2-33/1, Opp.Raghava Hospital, Chaitanypuricolony, Hyderabad - 500 060 Ph: 9393941123 drnature.ceo@gmail.com www.drnature.in
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Mahendra Sales Corporation (HEALTH PRODUCTS DIV.)
#Aman Arcade 142/A, sindhi colony, P.G.Road, Near SBH ATM, Secunderabad - 500 003 9848080111, 9848155111 info@natureavenues.com www.natureavenues.com
#4-1-889/15, Opp.Oasis Plaza, Tilak Road, Abids, Hyderabad - 500 001 Ph: 040-24757383, 9848044773 hyd1_haribhai@sancharnet.in www.mahedrahealthproducts.com
Ceaze fire safty systems
Techno
Security Systems
#5-9-60, shop No7N8, ground Floor, Moghal court, L.B. Stadium, basheer Bagh Road, Hyderabad #124, jamuna Towers, Malekpet, Hyderabad. Ph:8121148956, 8106884369 e-mail: ceazefire@gmail.com
# A Block, 1st Floor , 108, Suryalok Complex, Abids, Hyderabad-500 001. Ph: 040-23230236 , 9700961170
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#8-2-603/120/120/1-4, Opp. Income Tax Road No.10, Bunjara hills, Hyderabad-500082 Ph: 040-65354417 9704129694, 9246226300 watertalk.sales@gmail.com www.watertalk.weebly.com
FREEZE SOLUTIONS
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