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I am great at cooking Keema curry, says President Obama
US President Barack Obama might have had a comprehensive victory in the last US Presidential elections but soon, the White House might see him engage in another big fight. This one, as a culinary expert, reveals India-born celebrity chef Vikas Khanna — the mighty opponent. “Not many know that President Obama is not just a foodie but a great cook himself,” says Khanna, who had tossed up a Indian- Himalayan cuisine for the US President at a prestigious dinner ceremony, last year. That’s when the idea of this novel cook-off came, says Khanna. “He (Obama) called me and said, ‘Hey, you know what, I can also cook Indian food very well! In fact, I am great at cooking Keema curry. I learnt it from my Pakistani roommate at the Harvard. You and I, let’s have a cook-off at the White house’,” recollects chef Khanna, who was in Delhi recently. So, when will this unique duel take place? “Very soon,” says the two time Michelin-starred chef based in New York, who has been picking up authentic Indian spices from Lucknow to perk up his dish but doesn’t mind losing to the US President in the Keema curry fight.
Indian CEOs most optimistic in world CEOs of Indian companies have emerged as the most optimistic lot in the world when it comes to expectations for improvement in global economy this year and revenue prospects of their own businesses in the longer term. The high confidence levels of Indian CEOs is in sharp contrast to the declining confidence level of CEOs across the world in their own businesses as well as for the broader economic scenario, an annual global CEO survey conducted by consultancy giant PwC and released here Tuesday night on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual meeting showed. The CEO confidence level is very high in India also in terms of hiring people for their companies, while the percentage of CEOs having overseen job cuts in their companies during the past year is the lowest in India, the survey said. Announcing the results of its 16th annual CEO survey, which is released every year in this Swiss ski resort town during the WEF summit, PwC said that the CEOs are also getting about finding the right talent for their businesses, lack of stability in stock markets, the government response to fiscal deficit, as also growing regulatory and tax burden. In the longer term, 97 percent of Indian CEOs were found to be ‘somewhat or very confident’ of revenue growth over the next three years, out of which 85 percent said they are very confident -- making them the most optimistic in the world
LG rolls out world’s first 55” OLED TV
South Korean consumer electronics major LG Electronics Inc started taking pre-orders on Wednesday for the world’s first big TVs that use an advanced display technology promising startlingly clear images on wafer-thin screens. The 55-inch TVs, which use a technology called “OLED” and sports a price tag of 11 million won ($10,335), will be delivered to buyers in its home market next month. The new TVs will be available in North America, Europe and the rest of Asia before the end of March. TVs using OLEDs, or organic light-emitting diodes, feature images with enhanced clarity, deeper colour saturation and sharper contrast than liquid crystal display TVs. The advanced, energy-efficient display technology makes it possible to manufacture thinner televisions: LG’s model is just 4 millimeters thick. Earlier, Sony Corp showed off the world’s first OLED TV, which had an 11-inch screen. But the Japanese company failed to follow up with a bigger display.
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Job scam: OP Chautala, son get 10 yrs in jail In a judgement that could have electoral ramifications in Haryana, former chief minister Om Prakash Chautala and his son Ajay Chautala were on Tuesday sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for corruption amidst scenes of violence by his supporters in a Delhi court complex. Special CBI Judge Vinod Kumar, who last week had convicted the Chautalas and 53 others, including two IAS officers, for corruption in a teachers’ recruitment scam and other charges, today handed them varying jail terms. 78-year-old Chautala senior, a five-time former chief minister, and his son 51-year-old Ajay Chautala are both sitting MLAs and could stand disqualified from contesting the assembly elections next year if their conviction is not stayed by a higher court. Under the Representation of the People Act, a person convicted of any offence and sentenced to more than two years imprisonment shall be disqualified from the date of conviction and for a further period of six years after his
release. Unfazed by the violence outside, the judge read out the order of sentencing as Chautala’s supporters thronged the court complex threw stones and crude bombs and clashed with police who resorted to lathi charge and use of tear gas in a bid to restore order.
Sachin Tendulkar lauds Indian hockey coach Michael Nobbs Star cricketer Sachin Tendulkar acknowledged and appreciated the hockey coach Michael Nobbs for the improvements he has brought in the Indian side, which has been doing well of late. “Your hockey players really make us proud. And you (Nobbs)are grooming the next generation stars. Current hockey stars are inspiring the future players,” Tendulkar, who recently retired from one-day cricket, said. Tendulkar also advocated the use of sports sciences in training sportsperson, saying it provides them with an opportunity to reflect upon their game and bring in necessary changes. “Use of technology has given a new dimension and new approach to cricket. It has improved the way we look at sports. It gives you right feedback about your game,” Tendulkar said at the launch of Sports education programme, Sportmentor -- an initiative of Indian cricket team’s performance analyst Subramanian Ramakrishnan, fondly known as “ Ramky”.
Apple unveils 128GB iPad
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Apple unveiled a new iPad with twice the storage capacity as the existing model in an effort to score business with companies that share large amounts of data. Apple’s new iPad will have a capacity of 128 gigabytes compared with the current model, which comes with different memory capacities but has a maximum of 64 gigabytes. “With twice the storage capacity and an unparalleled selection of over 300,000 native iPad apps, enterprises, educators and artists have even more reasons to use iPad for all their business and personal needs,” said Apple senior vice president of marketing Philip Schiller in a statement. Apple quoted several web application developers who said the additional memory capacity would allow businesses to better serve clients in conceptual design, music recordings and sports strategy. Apple’s move to expand its iPad following comes as the company faces tough questions from Wall Street over its growth prospects. Company shares lost about 12 per cent of their value last week after the company reported earnings that showed lower profit margins and smaller anticipated growth than expected. new iPad model will go on sale on February 5, with a suggested price of $799 for the iPad with Fi capacity and $929 for iPad with Wi-Fi and Cellular capacity. Apple shares were 1.1 per cent higher in early trading.
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Brisbane suburbs to suffer notable flooding on Tuesday One_Mile_Bridge_in_Ipswich
A tree falls over on a house in Brisbane’s southern suburb of Mansfield.
Beenleigh train station on Brisbane-s south side
Ex-tropical cyclone Oswald continues to cause destruction along the Queensland coast with damaging winds, heavy rain, flooding, tidal surges and tornados. Across southern Queensland, thousands of people have been affected by the floods and destructive storms. Bundaberg has been particularly badly hit, with authorities estimating than 2,500 homes have been inundated as flood waters continue to rise. Evacuations continue. Many residents have been without electricity since Saturday night. Brisbane residents are faced with a potential drinking water shortage as Brisbane water plant had to be shut down due to silt contamination from Brisbane River flooding. Many Queensland residents are dealing with catastrophic flooding for the second time in two years. Impact from these floods comes as many people are still recovering and rebuilding their lives after the destructive Queensland floods in 2010/2011. More than a 100 Red Cross trained staff and volunteers have provided a safe place to stay and personal support to thousands of people in twenty evacuation shelters along the Queensland coast, including at Bundaberg, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Darling Downs, Lockyer Valley. Red Cross is standing by to provide support to Rockhampton and Logan City as needed. Some suburbs expected to experience flooding are: Acacia Ridge, Albion, Auchenflower, Barellan Point, Breakfast Creek, Bowen Hills, Brassall, Bundamba, Carina, Carindale, Camira, Cannon Hill, Churchill, East Ipswich, Goodna, Hemmant, Herston, Karalee, Karana Downs, Leichhardt, Lytton, Milton, Moggill, Moores Pocket, Mount Crosby, Murarrie, Newmarket, Newstead, North Booval, North Ipswich, Nudgee Beach, One Mile, Oxley, Pinjarra Hills, Pinkenba, Redbank, Riverhills, Rocklea, Rosalie, Sadliers Crossing, Sinnamon Park, Tingalpa, Tivoli, West Ipswich, Wilston, Windsor, Wulkuraka, Yamanto. Seqwater was releasing 630 cubic metres per second, enough to submerge upstream bridges at Twin Bridges, Savages Crossing, Colleges Crossing, Burtons Bridge and Kholo Bridge. Seqwater said it planned to increase releases again once flood peaks in the Lockyer Creek and Bremer River had a chance to abate. Thousands of sandbags have been handed out and authorities feared up to 3,500 Brisbane properties could be affected
Eagle Street Pier in Brisbane under water
Fisher Street in East Brisbane flooded on January 27, 2013
3600 residential properties affected in Brisbane. Of those, 1500 are houses and 2100 are units where the ground floor might flood. About 1250 businesses are also likely to be affected and about 400 properties in Ipswich are projected to be affected including 50 at Goodna.
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Nargis Fakhri to marry Uday Chopra Nargis Fakhri and Uday Chopra may get married soon. Reports suggest that the parents of both stars have met and discussed the wedding. Filmfare reports that Nargis Fakhri and Uday Chopra may get married in March 2013. There are also reports suggesting that the mariage was supposed to take place earlier. However, it was postponed due to the sudden loss of Uday Chopra after his father Yash Chopra passed away this October. The two families are reportedly happy with the duo tying the knot. They have also begun the preparations for the wedding.
a r p o h C d m o l i f d o o w y l Vidhu Vin l o H t s r i f s i h irects d The reason Vidhu Vinod Chopra has been missing in action in Bollywood is because he was busy shooting his first Hollywood film ‘Broken Horses’ in Los Angeles. The film, starring Vincent D’Onofrio ( Men In Black) along with Anton Yelchin ( Star Trek) and Chris Marquette ( Alpha Dog), is an epic thriller about the bonds of brotherhood, the laws of loyalty and the futility of violence. Coincidentally, Vinod’s first visit to LA was 30 years ago, when he was fresh out of film school and his 20-minute documentary had been nominated for the Oscars. At that time, he had no money and had travelled on an economy ticket paid for by the Government of India along with a $20 per day allowance for five days. Thirty years later, he has made it on his own, living five months out of LA.
Sunny Deol's I Love NY to release in April 2013 The upcoming romantic comedy, I Love NY will have macho Sunny Deol in a never-seen-before avatar. Directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, it will have all the peppy ingredients, including Sunny’s unusual pairing opposite sexy Kangana Ranaut. Slated for April 2013 release, the movie will see this new reel jodi romancing, smiling and dancing. In this comedy of errors, Sunny and Kangana will give the audience a laughing treat. According to the sources lead stars Sunny and Kangana accidently meet on the eve of New Years and what happens next in New York is the real plot of the film. “He (Sunny) worked really hard to fit in the role. Also lot of experimentation has been done with Sunny’s appearance,” a source said.
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While there were quite a few debutant movies last year, 2013 looks even more promising with the young brigade. Here we list some of the celeb kids set to make their debut in 2013.
Jackie Shroff’s son, 21-year-old Tiger, probably has the maximum hype built up around his debut film. His dad, Jackie, made his debut with Subhash Ghai’s Hero; Tiger is all set to be launched with Sajid Nadiadwala’s Heropanti, which will be directed by Sabbir Khan. This young boy has been in the news for working out with actor Aamir Khan, who is also apparently grooming him and overseeing his entry into Bollywood.
Tiger Shroff
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2. Athiya Shetty Athiya Shetty
Sunil Shetty’s daughter Athiya is now ready to face the camera. Apparently, the girl is likely to be launched opposite newcomer Armaan Jain (Kareena Kapoor’s cousin) under Saif Ali Khan Productions.
3. Junaid Khan Aamir Khan’s elder son, Junaid, who’s still studying, may not be facing the camera immediately, but he will be assisting director Raju Hirani on P.K., which has his father in the lead. In fact, Aamir had told us that the final choice to follow his dream lies with Junaid, but as a father he has advised him to learn more about filmmaking by becoming an assistant director.
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4. Karan Deol Karan Deol
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Star kids set to debut in
He’s a Deol, so he has two generations of acting genes in his constitution — grandfather Dharmendra and dad Sunny Deol (also uncles Bobby Deol and Abhay Deol and aunt Esha Deol). Sunny Deol has apparently already started grooming his elder son. For starters, Karan has been roped in as assistant director to Sangeeth Sivan for Yamla Pagla Deewana 2. His dad will also launch him in an action film this year.
5. Siddhant Kapoor
He was initially supposed to be launched by Salman Khan and then Sanjay Dutt. But finally, Shakti Kapoor’s son, Siddhanth, will now be seen sharing screen space with John Abraham and Anil Kapoor in Sanjay Gupta’s Shootout At Wadala. Siddhanth, who is also a DJ, will be seen in Anurag Kashyap’s next, Ugly, as well.
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Armaan Jain belongs to the first family of the film industry. His mother is Raj Kapoor’s daughter, Reema Jain, and his cousins are the illustrious Ranbir, Karisma and Kareena Kapoor. And reportedly, Armaan will be launched under brother-inlaw Saif Ali Khan’s banner, Saif Ali Khan Productions. He even assisted director Shakun Batra on the Kareena Kapoor-Imran Khan starrer Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu (2012).
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7. Harshwardhan Kapoor His dad is Anil Kapoor and his sister is the ultra-glamourous Sonam Kapoor. Yes, lots of pressure. This lad will star in his first film, Coming Home, which is a short movie directed by Steven Roy Thomas. And his co-star in the movie will be Katrina Kaif’s younger sister, Isabel. If we’re to go by reports, Harshwardhan has said that this movie is not his or Isabel’s launch vehicle. Meanwhile, Harshwardhan is also assisting director Anurag Kashyap on his next, the Ranbir Kapoor-Anushka Sharma starrer Bombay Velvet.
8. Sara Ali Khan Saif Ali Khan’s elder daughter Sara, who is apparently off to London next year to study, may in all likelihood be part of the entertainment world. Reportedly, after several public appearances, she’s being noticed by filmmakers and could possibly make her acting debut too.
9. Sasha Agha Remember actor Salma Agha (of Heena fame)? Now, her daughter, who is all of 19 years old, is Yash Raj Films’ latest find. Sasha is all set to make her Bollywood debut with YRF’s Aurangzeb. The actor, who is paired opposite Arjun Kapoor, is already being termed ‘hot property’ in the industry.
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10. Jhanvi Kapoor Though reports suggest that Sridevi’s elder daughter Jhanvi may be off to study abroad next year, rumours are abuzz that she may follow her mother’s footsteps into Bollywood.
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As they say, just a drop of lemon can spoil an entire bowl of milk, so goes with makeup. You might be wearing the most expensive and choicest attire, but lousy makeup can spoil your entire look and make you look like a fool in a party or on a date. “Makeup should just be treated as a means to enhance beauty and not an artificial mask,” says Italian dermatologist, professor Torello Lotti, who’s a skin consultant for many Hollywood and Bollywood celebs. Agrees makeup and beauty expert Aakriti Kochar of Oriflame India.
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“Small things like badly-blended or the wrong shade of foundation, overtly dark eyebrows, mascara clumps on your eyelashes can completely ruin your look,” says Kochar. Also, make sure your makeup kit isn’t too old, as spoilt makeup can play havoc on your look. It’s also a good idea to take professional help in case you are not sure of the nitty-gritties and the perfect strokes. So, as you get set to scorch in the party season, ensure you do not commit these makeup faux pas.
UNEVEN FOUNDATION WRONG SHADE OF CONCEALER
Before you start with the whole makeup process, it’s a great idea to hide marks and spots on your face with a concealer, but ensure you go for the right shade that matches your skin tone. Else, you might end up looking like US reality TV star Kim Kardashian here, who’s otherwise quite a style pro but probably was in a hurry while doing up her undereye concealing.
DARK LIP LINER WITH LIGHT LIP COLOUR
Yes, surely enough, dark lip liners were a trend in the 80’s, but not anymore. While wearing a lip liner isn’t that big a makeup faux pas, but certainly not a darker tone compared to your lipstick like Naomi Campbell has done here. Match your lip liner with your lipstick or keep a few basic lip liners close to the shades of lipsticks you wear.
DARK EYEBROWS
Control your emotions while filling the eye-brows. It’s very important to know where to stop. Eyebrow pencils are meant to touch up your brows and not use like crayons. Use the eyebrow pencil with gentle stokes to fill in the gaps, unless you want to look like how actor-singer Katy Perry is looking here.
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Probably the lights went off midway while actor Ameesha Patel was doing her makeup so the foundation and blush on her face didn’t quite blend with the shades on her neck and collar bone area. Well, you shouldn’t be doing this mistake, contrasting skin colours on your face and neck can make you look like a quite a mannequin.
CLUMPY MASCARA
Even if you have done the most perfect makeup, clumpy mascara on your eye lashes can make you look clumsy. So, before you head out, don’t forget to check the mirror for any mascara clumps that may be caused due to overdoing the mascara or drying out of your mascara. And yes, if you want to sport that very ‘in’ smoky eye look, take professional help in case you are doing it for the first time, unless you want to look ghostly. CAKEY MAKEUP Putting on too much make up on your face like American singer-songwriter Christina Aguilera has done it here, can make you look quite a horror. Makeup is best kept simple and should never look like a mask. Over-the-top makeup not only looks artificial but doesn’t serve any purpose except for being an eye sore! Also, don’t forget to match the colour of your eyebrows to the colour of your scalp hair.
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As the year kicks off and actors inspire new trends with their onscreen attire, here are five recent films that made style statements. Over the years, the silver screen has inspired a number of fashion trends. From Sadhna’s iconic haircut in the ’60s to Kareena Kapoor’s T-shirt over patialas in Jab We Met (2007). We get Priya Tanna, editor, Vogue India, to pick out the most striking ones in the past five years.
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Band Baaja Baraat
Anushka Sharma in snug short kurtis and generous patialas brought the flavour of Punjab to our wardrobes. Unapologetically bright, vibrant and vivacious, with a distinct Bunty Aur Babli (2005) hangover, the film raised a sartorial toast to the ubiquitous salwar kurti.
Aisha
For me and for every girl whose 20-something self was inspired by Alicia Silverstone’s Cher Horowitz in Clueless, this film is a throwback to those times. Preppy, pretty, lady-like fashion this is the film that made Sonam Kapoor Bollywood’s fiercest proponent and purveyor of style.
Cocktail
The ultimate makeover film. Take a good girl like Deepika Padukone, and put her in leather skirts, men’s shirts and itsy bikinis. Give her bed head, and a bronze glow and you have a look most of us dream of, but very few dare.
Student of the Year
English Vinglish
Gossip Girl met Pretty Little Liars with Alia Bhatt’s Shanaya, who made us wish we could go back to school. Her wardrobe comprised labels ranging from Alice + Olivia and Manish Malhotra to Hermès, her look was young, glamorous and cute to the core.
Can you take a cotton sari, a humble bindi, and a trench coat and rock the look? English Vinglish showed us that you certainly can. As Sridevi appeared shot after shot in a delicious palette of cotton saris, with her hair held back in an unassuming braid, accessorised by a bindi and those expressive eyes, it was easy to fall in love with her crisp, clean and demure housewife, Shashi, as she embarked upon an interesting personal journey in America.
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Calling it a tribute to the community, Assemblyman Curt Hagman along with Sadguru Pujya Kothari Swami (Pujya Bhaktipriya Swami) - one of the most senior Swami of BAPS, State Senator Bob Huff, Mayor Peter Rogers, Councilmember Art Bennett and Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami, the head of Kauai’s Hindu Monastery and publisher of Hinduism Today magazine, inaugurated the majestic traditional stone and marble BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chino Hills (Los Angeles), California on December 23, 2012.
The inauguration was a culmination of a host of events, held over four days. The festivities for the opening began with His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s 92nd Birthday celebration on Thursday, December 20. Nagar Yatra, a colorful procession parading the sacred images in 8 beautifully crafted floats through the streets of Artesia, CA took place on Friday, December 21 as devotees in colorful costumes celebrated with folk dances, devotional hymns, and a youth marching band. Later that evening a Kirtan Aradhana was performed by BAPS Swamis. On Saturday, December 22, the Vishwa Shanti Mahayag featured a grand yagna and prayers for world peace. A Women’s Conference was also organized on the same day.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Chino Hills, CA -By The Numbers:
5 Shikhar (pinnacle) 2 intricately carved domes 4 balconies with hundreds of carved motifs 35,000 individual stone pieces placed together like a puzzle 122 hand-carved pillars 129 seamlessly placed archways 6,600 hand-carved motifs and images 1,500 craftsmen in India 91 foot, Lotus-shaped reflection pond and fountain 40 base-isolator units to protect against seismic activity 597 kW of clean energy generated annually by state-ofthe-art solar system 20 skylights for Natural and Energy Saving Lighting 900 volunteers gave their services 1.3 million man hours of construction. Built to last 1000 years
About Pramukh Swami Maharaj
His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj, the fifth spiritual successor of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, has inspired millions of people across the world to lead a Godcentered, morally pure life. As the present leader of BAPS, Pramukh Swami Maharaj travels from village to village, continent to continent, emphasizing the importance of family harmony, community service and spiritual progress. He embodies the essence of Hindu life. His compassion for humanity, universal wisdom and striking simplicity have touched many world religious and national leaders.
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Health
When the opposition in question is an adamant disease like cancer, our armoury should be packed with a lifestyle of regular health check-ups and a diet including foods that double as anti-cancer agents.
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Indian spices that prevent cancer
When actress Lisa Ray was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a relatively rare cancer of the bone marrow, all she said was, “I’ll beat cancer”. Carrying this spirit of defeating a disease often labelled ‘incurable’, we try to find out diet methods, especially in the selection of spices that can avert the multiplying of malignant cells in the body that gradually mature into insurmountable cancer cells. Our grandmothers would in no time prepare us a glass of warm milk with saffron sprinkled on top when we went crying to her with bruise on our knee or wound on the elbow. The herbal turmeric paste soothed minor cuts and healed all skin rashes. These age-old
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Turmeric/Curcumin: This is the king of spices when it comes to dealing with cancer diseases, besides it adding a zesty colour to our food on the platter. Turmeric contains the powerful polyphenol Curcumin that has been clinically proven to retard the growth of cancer cells causing prostrate cancer, melanoma, breast cancer, brain tumour, pancreatic cancer and leukemia amongst a host of others. Curcumin promotes ‘Apoptosis’- (programmed cell death/cell suicide) that safely eliminates cancer breeding cells without posing a threat to the development of other healthy cells. In cases of conventional radiotherapy and chemotherapy, the surrounding cells too become a target in addition to the cancer cells. Therefore, the sideeffects are imminent.
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kitchen tricks are little more than mere quick-fix tactics. Spices like turmeric and saffron are inherent with medicinal properties that, when incorporated to our diet from an early stage strengthens our bodies against invasion of toxins, bacteria and virus. Senior consultant surgical oncologist Dr. B. Niranjan Naik and senior clinical nutritionist, Fortis La Femme, Shipra Saklani Mishra, inform us about the goodness of Indian spices with cancer-fighting properties and the necessity of their inclusion to our eating habits.
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Fennel:
Armed with phytonutrients and antioxidants, cancer cells have nothing but to accept defeat when the spice is fennel. ‘Anethole’, a major constituent of fennel resists and restricts the adhesive and invasive activities of cancer cells. It suppresses the enzymatic regulated activities behind cancer cell multiplication. A tomato-fennel soup with garlic or fresh salads with fennel bulbs make for an ideal entree prior to an elaborate course meal. Roasted fennel with parmesan can be another star pick.
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A natural carotenoid dicarboxylic acid called ‘Crocetin’ is the primary cancer-fighting element that saffron contains. It not only inhibits the progression of the disease but also decreases the size of the tumour by half, guaranteeing a complete goodbye to cancer. Though it is the most expensive spice in the world for it is derived from around 250,000 flower stigmas (saffron crocus) that make just about half a kilo, a few saffron threads come loaded with benefits you won’t regret paying for. Saffron threads can be used in various ways:
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Cumin:
Yes, it aids digestion and probably that is why we like chewing a handful of cumin seeds at the end of every meal. However, its health benefits go beyond. A portent herb with anti-oxidant characteristics, cumin seeds contain a compound called ‘Thymoquinone’ that checks proliferation of cells responsible for prostate cancer. So, instead of loading your usual snack options with calories and oil, add this seasoning to your bread, fried beans or sauce and make the dish rich in flavour and high on health. You can rediscover the magic of cumin in your regular bowl of tadka dal and rice too!
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Cinnamon:
It takes not more than a half teaspoon of cinnamon powder every day to keep cancer risk away. A natural food preservative, cinnamon is a source of iron and calcium. Useful in reducing tumour growth, it blocks the formation of new vessels in the human body. Some of the effective ways of including cinnamon in your diet are: -Start your day with a cup of cinnamon tea (in leaf or sachet) -Make your breakfast meal a super healthy one; just add this wonder spice to your morning oatmeal and you are going well! -A fruity delight comprising chopped apples, a few walnuts and your magic potion cinnamon -Honey and cinnamon in your glass of milk before going to bed; no cancer nightmares assured!
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More than a pizza or pasta topping, oregano confirms its worth as a potential agent against prostate cancer. Consisting of anti-microbial compounds, just one teaspoon of oregano has the power of two cups of red grapes! Phytochemical ‘Quercetin’ present in oregano restricts growth of malignant cells in the body and acts like a drug against cancer-centric diseases.
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Cayenne Pepper/Capsaicin (Chilli peppers):
A promising spice with anti-cancer properties, an overdose of chilli peppers however should be restrained. Capsaicin induces the process of apoptosis that destroys potential cancer cells and reduces the size of leukemia tumour cells considerably. It can be concluded that apart from setting our tongues on fire, chilli peppers can scare cancer pathogens off too
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This humble spice boasts of medicinal qualities that help lowering cholesterol, boost metabolism and kill cancer cells. Easily added to vegetable dishes, fish preparations and salads, ginger enhances the flavour in cooking. Chew on fresh parsley if the odour bothers you.
Dr. K Medhi, Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology informs us on other diet habits that can keep cancer risk at bay: 1. A plant-based diet with a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains and beans is the best organic way to fight cancer. 2. Add fibre: Replace white rice with brown rice in meals 3. Substitute whole-grain bread for white bread; choose a bran muffin over a pastry 4. Snack on popcorn instead of potato chips. 5. Eat fresh fruits with skin. 6. Omega-3 fatty acids fight inflammation. 7. Cook with olive oil instead of regular vegetable oil 8. Avoid packaged or fried foods that are high in trans-fats 9. Avoid processed salt. Celtic sea salt/Himalayan salt can be consumed sparingly. 10. Cancer patients: Do not load your diet with turmeric or Curcumin supplements without doctor’s consult or prescribed dosage.
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Cover Story Gujarat was hosting the 6th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit. It was back in 2003 that we organized the first of this biennial event and I am glad to say that the past five summits have been a resounding success and made a strong contribution to the development journey of Gujarat by attracting investments worth Rs. 820 billion. These summits have immensely contributed in making Gujarat a Global Business Hub and been instrumental in creating innumerable opportunities for our people. This year’s Vibrant Gujarat Summit was not just bigger in scale and participation but it created a fascinating confluence of knowledge, thoughts and ideas from around the world for sustainable, holistic and inclusive development. For those three days top-level diplomats, high-powered delegations from over 120 nations would converge at the iconic Mahatma Mandir and other places in Gujarat. From India we had captains of industry, top companies and most of the Indian states participating. More than 125 different kinds of seminars, discussions, conferences and talks are a part of the Summit.
World has taken note of Gujarat
This high level of participation by so many nations as well as states was not a small thing. It was a manifestation of the fact that the world has taken note of the Gujarat model of development. And if there was someone who was worthy of congratulations it was the 6 crore people of Gujarat. It was their hard work and sweat that has made Gujarat synonymous with development not only in India but also across the world. The 2013 Vibrant Gujarat Summit was unique because it was going beyond the conventional considerations of hardcore financial investments. A key focus area for this summit was the knowledge sector. History has shown that whenever we have entered an era of knowledge, it is our great nation that has shown the way. The 21st century is the century of knowledge and if we want to take on the mantle of the leadership of the world, we will need to strengthen our knowledge creation and spreading mechanisms. That is why knowledge sector is a prime area of focus.
Gujarat’s development journey is now on an auto pilot mode. With robust world class infrastructure, business friendly policies and the unflinching commitment of its people for growth, Gujarat has achieved a consistent double digit growth rate. We have been holding Vibrant Gujarat Summit since the year 2003. With the support of all the stakeholders, it has grown from an investment promotion event to a growth propelling event. The event that had started as a business meet, has today metamorphosed into aninternational knowledge sharing platform. The Vibrant Gujarat Summit is not only a global event but also a globally sought- after event. Participation in this event is a good business decision in itself…other transactions are just by products.
Welcom e to Gujarat, welcome to the sixth Vibrant Gujarat Summit. Welcome to Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show 2013.
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Cover Story The International Conference of Academic Institutions. Among all the events of the Summit, Under a single roof we had 135 universities & institutes from 56 nations and 60 universities & institutions from 14 states participating in the conference. Several MoUs were signed and anyone got an opportunity to interact with many of the sharpest minds that have made a mark for themselves in academics. It’s certain that the universities of Gujarat will gain immensely from an event such as this. Another area of focus of the 2013 Vibrant Gujarat Summit was Small and Medium Industries Sector. A few days back in Surat attending a gems and jewelry exhibition where Government of India data that stated that growth of small industry in India stands at around 19% whereas in Gujarat the figure is 85%! The biennial Vibrant Gujarat Summits have contributed immensely in this. At the same time, this was a fitting answer to the handful anti-Gujarat elements that have time and again tried to cast misleading aspersions on the industrial development of Gujarat.
Focus on technology exchange
Through the Summit, continue the focus on technology exchange, skill development and innovation so that the youngsters get the best of opportunities to fulfill their various dreams. We want each one of you to create your own path of growth and add to the prosperity of our state and our nation. One of the most interesting facets of this year’s Summit was the Global Trade Show 2013. This was India’s biggest ever exhibition, spanning across over 1 lakh square meters and one that involves 1200 companies displaying over 25,000 products. A separate pavilion has been given to promote entrepreneurship among women.
A special thanks to the partner nations, Japan and Canada, our partner organizations and deepest appreciation to the various departments of the Gujarat Government who worked day and night to made the Summit a successed.
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onest people Healthier & Happier
Being honest may actually improve your health suggests a study that found that telling fewer lies benefits people physically and mentally. For this ‘honesty experiment’, research from the University of Notre Dame, Indiana, studied 110 individuals aged 18 to 71 over a 10-week period. Each week, the participants visited a laboratory to complete health and relationship measures and to take a polygraph test assessing the number of major lies and white lies they had told that week. “Recent evidence indicates that Americans average about 11 lies per week. We wanted to find out if living more honestly can actually cause better health,” Sydney Morning Herald quoted lead author Anita Kelly, a psychology professor at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, as saying. “We found that the participants could purposefully and dramatically reduce their everyday lies, and that in turn was associated with significantly improved health,” she said. Researchers instructed half the participants to stop telling lies for the 10 weeks. The instructions said “refrain from telling any lies for any reason to anyone. You may omit truths, refuse to answer questions, and keep secrets, but you cannot say anything that you know to be false.” The other half who served as a control group received no such instructions.Over the study period, t h e link between less lying and improved health was significantly stronger for participants in the no-lie group, the study found. As an example, when participants in the no-lie group told three fewer white lies than they did in other weeks, they experienced, on average, about four fewer mental-health complaints and about three fewer physical complaints. For the control group, when they told three fewer white lies, they experienced two fewer mental-health complaints and about one less physical complaint. The pattern was similar for major lies, Kelly said. For both groups, when participants lied less in a given week, they reported their physical health and mental health to be significantly better that week. And for those in the more truthful group, telling fewer lies led them to report improvements in close personal relationships. Overall, they reported that their social interactions had gone more smoothly, the study found.
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For some it is a mere piece of clothing and for some a stylish piece of accessory. But, all said and done, stockings in all colours, prints, materials and styles are a big hit this season.
Time to stock up colourful
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Use a durable pair to overcoats, skirts, tunics and dresses to not just keep yourself warm and snug but also pick colourful ones to add a dash of fashion quotient to your winter look, designers suggest.
“Apart from classic black, beige and ivory, coloured stockings are a big trend. This season, stockings in jewel tones are in vogue, especially in the berry palette of burgundy, wine, purple and brinjal,” designer Aniket Satam told IANS. The trend has dominated foreign runways, and it is now hitting the Indian fashion industry in a big way. It is especially bold colours and printed designs which are making a huge splash in the branded as well as flea market scene. Available at anything above Rs.45 a pair, stockings come in seamed, fishnet, woollen and nylon. They may be thigh-high, pantyhose, anklets and knee-high- make your pick according to your comfort, body structure and requirement. “Sheer stockings will look funny in winters,” warns designer Vandy Mehra. “In colours, black is a staple, but a deep blue is another great option. My personal recommendation would be a self-patterned black stocking, but paisley-printed stockings are a rage. Even polka-dot stockings is a hot buy this season and pairs up with almost all the garments,” Mehra told IANS. Internationally, celebrities like Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Beyonce Knowles and Victoria Beckham have flaunted stockings unabashedly at red carpet events, and created fashion statements. But in India, celebrities are yet to popularise the trend. “Celebrities in India are not as open about their wardrobe details as it is in the west. But, for sure, stockings are seen more as a utility item till now. That is changing. It is getting its status of an accessory and the wish to experiment with it more is becoming evident,” said Mehra. Whether it is a college-going girl or a working woman, stockings can be worn by anyone and everyone - and they go with all kinds of looks. But teaming it with the right apparel is important. “Play with brighter tones of leggings with dark dresses. Printed dresses or skirts need solid stockings. However, be careful about how much lighter or darker your stockings are as compared to your clothing. If the stockings are darker, your legs will appear slimmer,” said designer Nidhi Munim. “It is time we gave our wardrobe the 1960s glam by sporting chromatic polka dot stockings. Pair a monochrome polka dot stocking with a solid black dress and slip on a sequined waistcoat that matches your pumps (footwear),” suggested Munim. Follow a basic rule- do not mix a printed dress with a pair of
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printed stockings. “Always look for a balance, where one of the pieces in the ensemble has to be toned down for the other to stand out,” says Mehra. Don’t forget suitable footwear to complete the look! Right footwear is a must trick one must master before sporting stockings. Go for heels which look sturdy and avoid chunky platforms. Delicate strappy mess should be avoided; instead opt for old school Mary Jane styles or traditional pumps,” said designer Shouger Merchant Doshi. “Plain black shoes with wedge heels and pumps look great with a polka dot black and white stocking. A pair of plain boots, paired with printed stockings, will look chic,” added Doshi.
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Rotis made from spinach leaves
Method
• Spinach leaves (palak) 15-20 • Salt to taste • Green chillies 2 • Ginger 1/2 inch piece • Whole wheat flour (atta) 1 1/2 cups + for dusting
Ingredients
Palak Phulka
Recipe
Recipe for Kids
Heat some water in a non-stick pan. When it comes to a boil, add a little salt and spinach leaves and let them blanch. Remove the spinach from hot water and dip them in iced water. Drain and put in a mixer jar. Add green chillies and ginger and grind till smooth. Add a little water if required. Strain this mixture into a bowl. Add wheat flour and knead into a soft dough. Cover and let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes. Heat a non-stick tawa. Divide the dough into small portions and roll into balls. Dust the balls in a little flour and roll into thin rotis. Cook the rotis on both sides slightly on the tawa and then put on direct flame till well puffed. Serve immediately.
Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
• Oatmeal 2 cups • Honey 1/2 cup • Cashewnuts,chopped 1/4 cup • Raisins 2 tablespoons • Butter 2 tablespoons • Cinnamon powder 1/2 teaspoon • Powdered sugar 1 tablespoon • Milk 2 cup • Custard powder 1 tablespoon • Chocolate sauce to decorate • Strawberry crush to decorate
Masala Vadai
Ingredients
Method
Preheat oven to 180°C. Take oatmeal, honey, cashewnuts, raisins, butter, cinnamon powder and powdered sugar in a bowl and mix well. Put this mixture into a mould and press lightly. Place the mould in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes. Pour milk into a non-stick pan. Add custard powder and whisk well. Cook this on medium heat till the custard thickens. Take it off heat and set aside. When the oatmeal bars are baked remove from the oven. Pour a little custard in the centre of serving plates. Demould the bars and place one on each plate. Decorate with chocolate sauce and strawberry crush and serve immediately.
Popular snack from Tamil Nadu
• Split Bengal gram (chana dal),soaked 3/4 cup • Split pigeon pea (toor dal/arhar dal),soaked 1/4 cup • Dried red chillies,soaked 2-3 • Onion 1 medium • Green chillies 2 • Ginger 1/2 inch piece • Fresh coriander leaves 2 tablespoons • Curry leaves 6-8 • Asafoetida a pinch • Salt to taste • Oil for deep-frying
Method
Grind the red chillies in a mixer jar. Add tuvar dal and chana dal and grind without adding any water. Add 1 tbsp water and grind to a coarse paste. Transfer the paste into a bowl. Chop onion, green chillies, ginger, coriander leaves and curry leaves finely and add to the dal mixture. Add asafoetida, salt and mix well. Heat sufficient oil in a kadai. Grease a piece of banana leaf. Place some of the dal mixture on it and spread it to a round vada. Slide the vadas into the hot oil and deep fry till they turn golden and crisp. Drain on absorbent paper. Serve hot with coconut chutney.
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Tourism
Punjab
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The northern state of Punjab is the bread basket of India, accounting for almost the entire production of wheat in the country. Punjab is known for its cuisine, culture and history. Some of the main cities in Punjab are Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Patiala. Punjab’s public transportation network provides excellent tourist transportation. Bordering the volatile country of Pakistan to the west and other Indian states to the east, south and north, Punjab is one of the most fertile states in India in terms of soil fertility. The people of Punjab will welcome you with open hands.
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With huge areas of the state under cultivation, it provides for some scintillating visuals. The five rivers of the state give the tourists lot to cherish in terms of serene waters and stunning waterfalls. The lush green fields of wheat and maize that traverses the state give the tourist something to cherish and take back. Taking the train is something that a new comer shouldn’t miss when it comes to Punjab. Tourists to Punjab can enjoy culture, ancient civilization, spirituality and history[citation needed]. Punjab has a rich religious history incorporating Sikhism, Islam and Hinduism. The royal Punjabi palaces, historic battle sites, shrines, temples and examples of Sikh architecture are notable attractions. Punjabi cuisine includes a wide range of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
The main areas of tourist frequency are: Amritsar, Chandigarh, Wagah, Ludhiana,Jallianwala Bagh, Patiala etc. Golden Temple
Amritsar
The city of Amritsar experiences extreme weather conditions with highs of 40 C and lows of upto -3 C. The Golden Temple, the holiest temple in the religion of Sikhism, is one of the major attractions in the state and the country of India. Seated and looking all content in the middle of a pond, the temple has golden plates covering its entire surface, giving it the name.
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Amritsar has always occupied the center stage in the Majha Region and been aptly named as the Mukut Mani, the Jewel in the Crown. It is the focal point of Sikh faith, a pivot of Punjab politics, a gateway to the Middle East and an alert sentinel at the Indo-Pak border. It has the famous Golden Temple, visited by pilgrims from all over the world. The essential spirit of the city is found not only in its gurdwaras and temples, mosques and churches, takias and khankas, but also in its art and architecture, museums and memorials, havelis and forts, fairs and festivals and vibrant folk dances. Owing to favorable physical conditions, the land of Amritsar allows growth of multiple crops. Wheat, maize, rice and bajra forms the main crops of the place. Cash crops like potato, sugarcane, groundnut, cotton and pulses are also grown in abundance. The go-getter hardworking people of Amritsar contribute significantly towards making the land of Amritsar a fertile one.
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Tourism The Golden Temple in Amritsar is the holiest shrine of Golden Temple at night Sikhs, which forms one of the major pilgrimage centers of India. Also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, it is built on a 67 sq ft platform and is surrounded by a lake, the Amrit Sarovar (the pool of nectars), which is spread over an area of 150 sq. m. The shrine covers an area of 40.5 sq ft. There are entrances to the Golden Temple on all the four sides, which stands for the importance of acceptance and openness. The architecture of the temple stands for the unique blend of the Hindu and Muslim architecture and is so marvelous and enchanting. From early morning to the dawn the temple premises is echoed with the chanting of hymns, prayers, and other devotional songs, which makes an ethereal ambiance. One among the conspicuous feature of this temple is the Jubi tree, which is believed to have extraordinary powers.
Chandigarh
Located at the foothills of the mighty Shivalik Range, Chandigarh is famed as a well-planned city with elegant structures and lovely gardens. This beautiful city, which is the administrative capital of both Punjab and Haryana, sprawls over an extent of 114 sq km. The history of modern town of Chandigarh is the innovation, skill and teamwork of some celebrated persons, who made possible the formidable task of erecting a sophisticated township out of a cluster of farming fields. The wonderful team led by the Park French architect Le Corbusier is the progressive spirit
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behind the modernization of Chandigarh. A fabulous city, which shows an outstanding brilliancy of planning, is divided in to 47 sectors each of them is intertwined by well knit roads. Shopping malls and busy markets characterize every sector. Its carefully set out parks, awesome buildings, concourses and streets flanked by continuous line up of trees and bushes make Chandigarh a dream destination. Chandigarh can be aptly called as a city of creative people and artistic monuments. Heart throbbing cultural performances of eminent personalities are become a way of life in this city of theaters, art galleries and museums. How to rejoice in Chandigarh is an unwanted question that sounds little eerie, since Chandigarh presents all amenities and infrastructure of a modern city. From partying to leisurely walks, from sheer amusements to serious art performances, this city facilitates enormous opportunities. With its surfeit of clubs, remarkable art galleries and popular theaters, Chandigarh offers a wide spectrum of entertainment.
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The international borderline between India and Pakistan, Wagah is always been in the news headlines of both countries. Convoluted buildings, barriers and roads mark both sides of the border. The fencing between the borders is electrified with very high voltage. The Swarna Jayanthi gate, which is the entry gate of the outpost, commands the magnificent scenery of verdant landscapes.
Wagah Border Wagah Border
Situated in between Lahore and Amritsar, evenings in this army outpost is very charming and colourful with the “Beating the Retreat” ceremony. The pageantry and pomp, and the change of guard within a short expanse make an appealing spectacle, which grabs large gathering. The most important segment of the ceremonial parade is the bringing down of the respective flags of both countries. Tourists and the locals throng near the border to witness the ceremonial parade of the Soldiers of the two countries. When the sun sets in the horizon, the soldiers take their departure amidst the beatings of the drums and beguiles. The entire ceremony nearly takes thirty minutes. Samjhauta Express, the train service between Lahore and Delhi, plies twice a week from Attari railway station, 5 km from Wagah. The National Highway of India starts from Wagah Border, and is the transit point for the Delhi–Lahore Bus service operating within the Punjab between Amritsar and Lahore, which was started in 2004 as relations between the two countries improved.
The city of Ludhiana is located in the Indian state of Punjab. The city is mainly famous for being the largest city in the state, and it is rightly called as the manufacturing capital of the state of Punjab. There are countless places that you visit, once you reach Ludhiana. There are many historical sites, and sites of religious importance, and all this makes the city of Tiger Safari Ludhiana appealing to tourists. The place is a tourist stronghold as well, and many people flock to Ludhiana during the peak tourist season. When you take a trip to the city, you can visit the Lodhi Fort, which is the chief attraction in Ludhiana. This fort is a huge and magnificent structure that is located on the banks of the river Sutlej, and it is almost in ruins. This ancient fort, built by King Sikander Lodhi before 500 years, is a popular tourist spot in Ludhiana. You should also pay the Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum a visit the next time you visit Ludhiana. This is because this place has more than twelve galleries catering to subjects like the Kargil War and Ancient History. There are two important religious destinations as well. Alamgir is a popular destination for Sikhs, and a 19th century mosque at Bhir attracts many Muslims. Ludhiana is known as the “Manchester of India”, because it forms the industrial hub of Punjab. There are 8 large integrated knitwear factories, roughly 6,000 small to medium-sized knitwear factories (like Oswals, Nahar), 10 big hosiery yarn mills and 150 small to medium sized woolen yarns therein. The city also has a number of firms manufacturing hero cycles, avon cycles, machine tools, sewing machines, generators etc. It won the first place in the list of 17 Indian cities, in a survey conducted by the World Bank
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Patiala
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The city of Patiala is a famous tourist destination located in the India state of Moti Bagh Palace Punjab, and this city lies in the Patiala district. There are many interesting places that you can visit during your trip to Patiala, and there are also many monuments and historical structures in the location. While travelling to the city of Patiala, should first visit the Moti Bagh Palace, which is the most famous location in the city. This palace is vast and huge, and it is an architectural landmark constructed in the year 1847. The palace is so vast that even an amusement park is present in its back area. You can also visit Qila Androon, which is a magnificent structure
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constructed under two very different schools of architecture. This is a highlight of all important monuments in the state of Punjab, because the sites in Punjab are all made of an architectural style that combines Mughal and Rajasthani elements.There are many other monuments in Patiala that are known for their fresco work, and you can take a trip to Rang Mahal and Sheesh Mahal to see some exquisite mural paintings and other works of art. You can also visit the local museum present in the city of Patiala in order to get a hang of the local feel.
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Punjabi culture is one of the oldest and richest cultures in world history, and also one of the most vibrant. The Indian state of Punjab exhibits a unique cultural landscape,which thrives in both traditional values and utilitarian aspects. There is artistry in every aspect of life in Punjab and an aura of embellishment dominates the place. The opulent culture of this northwestern state of India is apparent in its metal work, embroidery, wall paintings, jewelry, mud wall paintings, architecture, folk songs and dances. The culture of the state is wide in scope, encompassing a rich history and a pulsating social life. The century-old Punjab culture is renowned for its tolerance, progressiveness and logical approach to life as well.
Punjabi Dances
Punjab has a very rich tradition of dances, particularly the folk ones. The exuberance and vitality of its people are vigorously displayed in their folk dances. These dances are full of expressions, gestures, vocal remarks, subtleties of motion and unrestricted freedom.
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Bhangra Dance: Bhangra is the most popular folk dance of Punjab. It represents the liveliness and dynamism of its people. The dance mainly involves men, who perform to the fast beats of drum and music. Giddha: Giddha is a popular folk dance of Punjab, performed by the women of the region. It bears much similarity to the bhangra dance, which is performed by the men in the state.
People of Punjab
Punjab is inhabited by people of diverse socio-cultural dominations. The inhabitants of the state are called the Punjabis. They are basically of Indo-Aryan ethnic origin and belong to South Asia. Numerous settlers like the Indo-Aryans, Persians, Synthians, Greeks, Arabs, Afghans and the British have invaded and ruled the region, giving it a unique culture.
Religions of Punjab
Punjab is the land where a number of religions exist in perfect harmony with each other. Sikhism and Hinduism form the major religions of the state. The other religions, like Islam, Christianity, Jainism and Buddhism, also flourish, though comparatively low in proportion.
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Festival
Happy Valentine’s Day to Everyone Valentine's Day is not just for the girl and a boy. In many places it is celebrating with your Teachers, children, mothers, wives, sweethearts and even pets.
On 14th February, every year this festival is celebrated in every part of the world and love knows no boundaries. Flowers, cards, laces, heart shaped chocolates and candies, teddies, love birds are all a part of the celebration and everyone exchanges them to express their love with these mementos Valentine’s Day celebrations in India has caught up very speedily in the last decade or so. In India this festival is celebrated by the masses and especially by the youngsters.
Love is in the air as young hearts wait eagerly with cards and candies to say it to their beloved on the day none other than the Valentine’s Day. Celebrated on 14th February every year, Valentine’s Day is all about sharing your love with your near and dear one. Although this festival of love is meant for every age group, with changing times youth started cherishing this day to express their feelings to some one close to their heart along with flowers, gifts and chocolates
Valentine’s Day is named after the patron saint Valentine who is supposed to be the priest in Rome during the third century.
Vasant Panchami / Shree Panchami / Saraswati Puja Hinduism is a way of life rather than a religion. The people practicing Hinduism have firm faith on Gods and Goddesses whom they worshiped on various occasions by performing Puja and rituals. Vasant Panchami is a festival that worships Goddess Saraswati as well as it signifies the beginning of Vasant Ritu (spring season). Magh Sud 5 (5th day of the bright fortnight of the lunar month of Magh – falls usually in the month of January or February) is the day of Vasant Panchami and is also celebrated as Shree Panchami or Saraswati Puja in West Bengal and few other parts of Orissa. On this day Goddess Saraswati is worshipped in various names and fames - the Goddess of Learning, the deity of Gayatri, the fountain of fine arts and science, and the symbol of supreme vedantic knowledge. Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of art, crafts and knowledge was born. She conferred upon humanity the greatest wealth that a human being can ever ask for, the gift of Knowledge. The Hindu mythology popularizes Goddess Saraswati as the immaculate power who bestows upon the worthy with the wealth of knowledge. The color white is associated with the goddess of
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knowledge as it is the symbol of peace and serenity. The image of Goddess Saraswati depicts her sitting on a vehicle that symbolizes her supreme power. The white swan of Saraswati symbolizes Satwa Guna (purity and discrimination), the lotus of Lakshmi the Rajas Guna and the tiger of Durga the Tamas Guna. Saraswati is shown possessing four hands and plays “Veena”, an Indian string musical instrument. Vasant Panchami or Saraswati Puja is celebrated with great enthusiasm and Hindu temples and households are full of activity on this day. This is also a special day for school children as they observe it with great reverence. On this day people observe various kinds of religious activities and large numbers of Hindus visit temples. Goddess Saraswati
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Later, swings are tied to the trees and women have fun singing traditional folk songs to greet the beautiful season of spring. After these rituals, sweets are distributed among the loved ones. The traditional sweet which goes along with the spirit of the festival is ‘Kesar Halwa’ and ‘Sweet Rice’ which are prepared with saffron to add yellow color to the preparation.
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is dressed in yellow garments, yellow being the symbol of spiritual knowledge. People also dress up in yellow clothes and offer yellow flowers to deities in the temples. At homes people prepare yellow sweets and dishes such as Kesar Halwa and distribute among relatives and friends. Being an auspicious occasion, children are taught their first words, hence, marking the beginning of their learning period. Schools and colleges organize special pujas to worship goddess Saraswati. Students place their books at the deity’s feet and seek her blessing for better learning. Other religious activities of the day include feeding Brahmans and performing the traditional ritual of ancestral worshipping known as Pitr-Tarpan. On this day, people also perform pujas to worship the God of Love, Kamadeva. Children fly kites on this day and a famous kite festival is observed in Ferozepur, Punjab. Basant Panchami symbolizes the beginning of spring, denoted by flowering and blooming of trees and crops. Signs of new and fresh life on trees and crops indicate the end of winter and beginning of happiness and joy. Basant Panchami Rituals & Tradition The festival is celebrated with great pomp and show in all parts of India. On this auspicious day, the Hindus get up early in the morning and worship the Sun God after taking bath, if possible, in the sacred river Ganges. Then they clad themselves in yellow, as it signifies spirituality and prosperity. The color yellow also signifies the color of the ripened spring crop. Festive sweets are prepared at home using saffron, as it helps in deriving the color yellow. The goddess is dressed in yellow and the deity is worshipped by the worshippers who are dressed in yellow too.
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See , there comes a post man, A bag , he brings in his hand, Wears he a Khaki dress, Holds he a bundle of letters, He was giving letter to each home, Gave he a letter to me, In the letter was a message, They had invited me for a wedding, We will all go to the wedding, We will all eat a lot of sweets.
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Famous Indian personalities Mahathma Gandhi(Bapu)
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Leo Scorpio
July 24 – August 23 Work would do well and you will find growth in most of the areas that you work on till the 12th February 2013. You should avoid animosity with people close to you. Aggression with superiors in work environment could back fire. 12th February 2013 onwards you could see a rise in opposition to your ideas. Partnerships could feel some amount of ego & issues. Ego hassles with spouse could rise too, after the 12th February 2013.
Pisces
23 November - 21 December
Ego & general level of conflict possible during this time till the 12th February 2013. You will make some good gains in older investments now too. Caution about the relationship with father & children should be continued too till the 12th February 2013. A rise in support from your seniors as well as people in government positions possible too. Issues could come up with friends after the 12th February 2013.
Aquarius
21 January - 19 February
The period of low activity, low immunity and energy would continue till the 12th February 2013. You should continue keeping away from controversy connected with high placed people. A revival of activity and position would come after the 12th February 2013. Ego would remain high, while there could be issues about competition with people close to you. Anger & diet should be controlled after the 12th February 2013.
Taurus
21 April - 21 May
Luck will be high while progress will be good this month. You will be religiously inclined this month till the 12th February 2013. Travel will bring in gains too, till the 12th February 2013. Career progress would take off significantly after the 12th February 2013. You will do well at work. Governmental sources as well as people in authority would favor you well. You will be in control of all you do and exert authority after the 12th February 2013.
Virgo
24 August - 23 September
Ego & general level of conflict possible during this time till the 12th February 2013. You will make some good gains in older investments now too. Caution about the relationship with father & children should be continued too till the 12th February 2013. A rise in support from your seniors as well as people in government positions possible too. Issues could come up with friends after the 12th February 2013.
Sagittarus
23 November - 21 December
Work would do well and you will find growth in most of the areas that you work on till the 12h February 2013. You should avoid animosity with people close to you. Aggression with superiors in work environment could back fire. 12h February 2013 onwards you could see a rise in opposition to your ideas. Partnerships could feel some amount of ego & issues. Ego hassles with spouse could rise too, after the 12th February 2013.
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20 February - 20 March
A progressive & gainful period would run till the 12th Feb’13. You will enjoy life and get gains from various aspects at this time. Friends would be high on your agenda till the 12th Feb’13. Beyond the 12th Feb’13, a dip in activity and stamina could be felt. You might feel tired or sleepy often. Expenses will rise. You should avoid too many commitments or expenses after the 12th Feb’13. Avoid the tendency to get into arguments with influential people.
Gemini
22 May - 22 June
Low energy will continue this month, till the 12th February 2013. Some unnecessary ego in speech as well as issues with the extended family possible till the 12th February 2013 too. 12th February 2013 onwards you will find very good growth as well as rise in your luck. There would be higher income and better health. The dip in energy will give way to a robust period in the second half of the month. .
Libra
24 September - 23 October
Capricorn
22 December - 20 January
Issue could continue with family while you will make good progress at work. Your status would rise despite pressures till the 11th February 2013. Worry about children and marked rise in ego possible after the 12th February 2013. You will find some very smart gains from investments during this time. Be cautious about the relationship with your father now.
High activity phase will run till the 12th February 2013. You should deal with people judicially throughout this period as ego or short tempered behavior could spoil matters for you. A gainful period would commence after the 12th February 2013. You should guard against facial illnesses during this time. You should also weigh your words well now, as some people close to you could take offence.
Aries
21 March - 20 April
Career progress will be high & you will make your point & position in life very clear till the 12th February 2013. This would be a very good month. You will make all round progress. Gains & income will jump up after the 12th February 2013. Socially it would be a rewarding period as you will have a great time socially as well as with friends. You will make gains from government or high placed officials after the 12th February 2013.
Cancer
23 June - 23 July
Pressures in joint areas of work would remain high till the 12th February 2013. There would be issues in marriages too. You need to cross this period cautiously. Further energy levels and stamina could fall after the 12th February 2013. There could be lower immunity, which could create some challenges in health matters. Avoid very heavy commitments for the second of half of this month & the first fortnight of the coming month.
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