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CABINET DECISION TO TAKE BACK SOCIO-POLITICAL CASES AGAINST ACTIVISTS, POLITICIANS By Prashant Hamine

n a major cabinet decision taken yesterday, the state cabinet decided to withdraw all cases of socio-political nature filed till November 1, 2014 against activists and politicians. This decision will not include criminal cases. Earlier, as per a Government Resolution of 2010, the government had withdrawn all such pending cases till May 2005. In an another decision, the state cabinet decided to give temporary powers of Tree Authority to municipal commissioners and chief executive officers of all civic bodies until the

Tree Authority is not set up as per the state tree conservation and protection act of 1975. Later speaking to newspersons at his Mantralaya office, Minister for Transport Diwakar Raote disclosed that the government will probe the issuing of 40,000 taxi permits by the previous Congress-Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) at the fag end of its tenure. He said that the government had received several complaints regarding discrepancies in documents submitted and issuing of permits to outsiders. Commenting on the recent rape incident in the Uber Cab in New Delhi, Raote said that

the government plans to make installation of RFID tags in all such private cabs. He added that the Transport department will also take action against Tehsildars who have been found guilty of issuing senior citizen cards to young people for senior citizen reservation facilities in State Transport buses. Raote also voiced his opposition to the Central government law on stage or point to point transport stating that such a law will curb the monopoly of the State Road Transport Corporation. He said that the situation in southern states is different than in Maharashtra. Speaking to newspersons

at his Mantralaya office, Minister for Industries Subhash Desai disclosed that the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) has approved 130 industrial projects in the state. These projects entail an investment of Rs 6,266 crore and will generate 14,000 jobs. Most of these industrial projects will come up in places like Patalganga, Dindori, Ambernath, Baramati, Jalgaon, Waluj, Butibori and 17 other locations. Some of the prominent foreign investors include – IFB Automative (Germany), Tag (Switzerland), Dongyang (Korea), Monopol Colours (Italy), Datwyler Pharma (Belgium) and others.

the 1.2 multiple factor, it will mean a reduction of another 10 per cent, making it a huge 22 per cent reduction,” said a senior civic official. The BMC has already given refunds to several holders as their property tax has come down in the new tax regime. They will have to be given additional refunds, he added. Considering the loss of Rs 300 crore, BMC property tax

revenues will be dropped by Rs 1,200 crore in the fouryear period from 2010 to 2014 and the refunds will have to be paid from the estimated revenues of 2014-15, said civic officials. Under the capital valuebased system, the BMC has sent property tax bills worth Rs 447 crore to about 3,300 new lands and buildings in the city. Their revenue collec-

tion will also come down by Rs 90 crore. “Under the new system, the property tax of many properties has already come down. There is no point in slashing their taxes further causing a dent in revenues,” said a top civic official. However, Congress corporator Pravin Chheda said, “This is injustice to lakhs of middle-class residents who

were likely to be benefitted by the reduction in property tax. The BMC in the act had said that they will calculate property tax based on capital value using the carpet area of the flat, but they started sending out bills based on the built-up area. Instead of easing the burden on people, the BMC is just looking at the revenues,” he said.

New property tax rule: BMC will lose `1,200 crore

By Khushboo Panjabi

hose who are expecting further reduction in their property tax bills after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) decides to charge carpet area wise, are likely to be disappointed. The BMC has said that the removal of 1.2 factor used for multiplication of ready reckoner rates is not feasible, as it will lead to reduction in the civic body's revenues. The Bombay High Court had directed the BMC to check whether the formula to calculate the property tax can be used on the basis of carpet area of the flat rather that the built-up area. Following this, the BMC had submitted a new formula based on carpet area, but to balance out the amount, the civic officials proposed to multiply the ready reckoner rates by 1.2 to keep the rates intact. However, corporators had demanded removal of the

multiple rate of 1.2 so that people are benefitted. However, according to the civic officials, by affecting the change, the BMC stands to lose around Rs 300 crore every year in property tax collections. “While implementing the capital value-based system from 2010, we had anticipated around 12 per cent reduction in property tax collections. But if we remove

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Estimated loss in property tax collections after removing 1.20 multiple factor for deciding capital value: Category

Current Yearly Demand (Rs. in crore) Residential 967.82 Industries/Factories 143.24 Non-residential 1572.55 Total 2683.61

Yearly Demand after removing 1.2 multiple factor ( Rs. in crore) 852.06 130.24 1368.17 2386.48

Drop in revenues in four years: Rs 1188.52 crore Drop in property tax of new properties: Rs 90 crore Total drop in revenues: Rs 1278.52 crore

Yearly Difference (Rs. in crore) 115.76 12.9 168.47 297.13

Lalbaug-Kalachowkie-Parel back to normalcy

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Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria took stock of the situation on Sunday night and brought it under control with the help of his team.

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day after violent clashes in the Lalbaug-Kalachowkie-Parel locality in South Mumbai, the areas have returned to normalcy since Monday morning thanks to the timely intervention of Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria and his policemen, who reached spot immediately on Sunday night

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to took control of the situation. While policemen were deputed in the vicinity and vital spots in the stretch from Byculla to Parel to avoid any untoward incidences. Shops remained shut as Mondays are usual weekly holiday for shops in the area. Police vans were seen patrolling the roads to keep the crowd from gathering. “The Mumbai police have done real good work and prevented a big

Policemen have been deputed at all signals and spots at the stretch between Byculla and Parel, on Monday.

problem from rising between communities. The media, too, has been very respectful to the orders of the police to not spread any rumours through their television channels and newspapers. The Commissioner of Police Rakesh Maria was seen patrolling the locality himself wielding a rod which showed the true spirit of our policemen,” said a local leader from the locality who wished not to be identified.

Another resident of the locality said, “The night was very frightening for all of us and we saw many people running helter-skelter. However the police took a timely decision to stop traffic on all bridges along the road which avoided further trouble.” Even though two FIRs have been registered in Bhoiwada police station, the police are yet clueless about what triggered the violent clashes. “We are yet to ascertain

Education dept wakes up

what triggered the violent clashes as there are different theories and conclusions by various people in the vicinity. However we are investigating and taking down statements of people and soon we will take action if we found something amiss. No arrests have been made till now,” said Deputy Commissioner of Police and spokesperson of Mumbai Police Dhananjay Kulkarni. philip.varghese@afternoondc.in

trips to this spot. The ADC spoke to Bhimrao fter the ADC published a story Phadtare, Deputy Director, School about schools not seeking perEducation, who said, “Schools commissions from the Education Depulsorily have to seek permissions partment for organising schools for picnics and once the departpicnics, the State School Education ment permits, only then the schools department has taken note of the can finalise the spots. Soon a meetissue. ing with the education officers will Considering the picnic venues be conducted, after which the cirand the safety of students, the de- school has to seek prior permission injuries. In an another instance, a roller coaster collapsed, seriously culars regarding the school picnic partment has asked schools to com- from the department or from the major accident took place at a fa- injuring the riders, following which permissions will be sent to all pulsorily seek permission for education inspectors, informing mous amusement part where a many schools had cancelled their schools.” organising picnics and also ensur- them about the location of the Azad Shrivastav | ADC ing the safety of the students at- picnic and the safety measures tending the picnic. taken, before making arrangements According to the rules of the for the picnic. state education department, a On July 15, 2014, the ADC had reported a story highlighting the negligence of the schools in organising picnics and undertaking forms from the students stating that the school will not be responsible for any mishap related to the students Vikas Sabnis while at the picnic. Yesterday, a Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) member met the deputy director of school education and discussed the issues related to the organisation of picnics by schools. Chetan Pedhnekar, VicePresident, MNS, said, “Around 80 per cent schools from Mumbai have been taking picnics to water parks and resorts and skip spots like museums and forts where students can get knowledge about history. On the other hand, schools complete skip seeking permission from the education department and also deny responsibility of the students on picnic. We have demanded that the school education department take necessary action against such Sir, they don’t want us to build schools for risking the lives of stuTRIBUTE: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday paid a visit to Saifee Masjid in Bhendi Bazaar and met the dents.” new roads. But they want 53rd Dai al-Mutlaq, His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin as the world is observing the first death anniversary Last year, a school bus returning more loans to fill up potholes (Urs Mubarak) of the 52nd Dai al-Mutlaq, His Holiness Dr. Syedna Mohammad Burhanuddin, today. from a picnic met with an accident. on the existing roads. Fortunately, there were no serious

State school education department to order schools to seek permissions for picnics and ensure safety of students, which the school administration have been skipping

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At the Gateway, a family joyfully feeds the birds through the security barricade. The little one too has something in her hand to give.

to land has the potential to open up roles for women beyond the kitchen and home. Monika's terrace garden push measly amount doesn't dampen against their straitened her spirits; she's thrilled by her first circumstances (the paucity of sale. Passersby gather at the land), the creepers have climbed modern equivalent of the wondrous the mildewed walls of her house turnip as it changes hands. and spread out their bounty on the Megan Mylan's documentary roof. Monika, whose humble 'After My Garden Grows' peeks into garden was started under the Monika's life. Her individual story of centrally-run SABLA scheme in triumph brims with the fire of selfassociation with NGO Landesa, reliance and independence. In a wants to finish school, delay her world where gendered norms are a marriage and, hopefully, set a way of life, granting women access precedent for her peers and juniors. Her father wants to get her married off while she's still young, but she's happiest when tending to her garden and bantering with friends at school. She has grown pumpkin, gourd and has plans to diversify. They say the therapeutic effect of a lovely patch of lushness peppered with flowers, fruit or vegetables (depending on your preference) is supposedly worth every bit of squatting in the mud. For Monika, it wasn't so much a hobby as a way out of the rut of early marriage and childbirth. But, now it's become a passion and source of a modest measure of pride. She's just one of the many successful cases that have flowered under The Girls Project. Kitchen gardens have sprouted in many homes and, to acquire a better understanding of their purpose, the young women attend interactive classrooms that delve into the importance of land rights.

Her terrace garden Monika Barman, a teenager from Cooch Behar, tends to her 'terrace garden' with the dexterity of an old hand who understands herbs. Her prized garden yields produce quite unlike the shrivelled greens we shell out a whopping Rs 80 per kilo for. At the chaotic marketplace in the village, an insistent shopper haggles over a mammoth bottle gourd fresh from her garden – bringing it down to Rs 20. The

‘Dead man’ running for PMship

Voting for your country’s next leader is a crucial decision. Especially here in India. So what if a “dead person” ran for office? It's not the most surprising situation. For the past nine years, Santosh Kumar Singh has been trying to prove to officials that he is alive. The only reason he wants to run for prime minister is to help people realise that he is in fact not dead. He filed nomination papers for the PM's post to prove that he is alive. He doesn't actually want to be the PM. All he wants to do is

prove he’sm alive. If the government cannot declare him alive, he said, then it should kill me and issue a real death certificate in his name. The 32-year-old cook left his village in 2000 for a job in Mumbai. He fell in love with a Dalit woman. When he was about to introduce his bride to his family, they disowned him. Soon after, he was declared dead. They filed a missing person's report, which was later changed into a death report. The villagers even conducted post-funeral ceremonies and gave alms to the poor to prove he was dead.

LOST & FOUND

Notice is hereby given that Share Certificate Nos. 19064 & 19065 for 200 shares of Gujarat Hotels Limited held by Yusuf Asgerali Halela are lost and not traceable. We have applied for issue of duplicate Share Certificates to the above company. If any one has any objection for issue of duplicate Share Certificate they should inform the company within 15 days from the publication of this notice, falling which the company will take such further action as deemed appropriate in the matter. C-41135

CHANGE OF NAME

I have changed my name from Prafulkumar Hirji Gudhka to Praful Hirji Gudhka as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41136 I have changed my name from Jay Vinodkumar Budhyadeo to Jay Vinodkumar Buddhadev as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41137 I have changed my name from Mumtaz Amiruddin Shaikh to Mumtaz Begum Amiruddin Golewale as per Affidavit dated 01-01-2015. C-41138 I have changed my name from Jasmin Hasmukhlal Makwana to Jasmine Hasmukhlal Makwana as per Affidavit dated 27-10-2014. C-41139 I have changed my name from Amiruddin Umar Ali Shaikh to Amiruddin Umar Ali Golewale as per Affidavit dated 01-012015. C-41140 I have changed my name from Bhatia Akshaya Haresh to Bhatia Akshay Haresh as per Affidavit. C-41141 I have changed my name from Anish Bharatkumar Dhanak to Anish Bharat Soni as per Affidavit Dated 29/12/2014. C-41142

CLASSIFIEDS I have changed my name from Manuwal Maliakkal Thambi to Emmanuel Thambi as per Affidavit dated 3/1/2015 C-41148 I have changed my name from Zakira Khatoon W/o Shaikh Mohd Iqbal to Shaikh Zakera W/o Shaikh Mohd Iqbal as per Affidavit dated 3/1/2015 C-41149 I Abdul Rehim Yusufali have changed name to Abdul Rahim Yusufali Rangrez vide Maha. Govt. Gazette (X-31972) dt. 27.11.2014 – 3.12.2015. C-41150 I have changed my name from Kothari Sharad Babu Puranmalbhai to Sharad Puranmalbhai Kothari through Affidavit Dated -7th Jun 2014. C-41151 I, Jalandar Ande have changed my Son’s name from Ayush Jalandar Ande, to ‘Nandlal Jalandar Ande’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (X- 14637) Dated: 03/07/2014. C-41152 I have changed my name from Afrin Begum Naim Husein Khan, to ‘Afrin Naeem Hussain Khan’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 04/01/2015. C-41153 I have changed my name from Shabnam Rashid Ahmed, to ‘Shabnam Rashid Ahmed Ansari’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/2015. C-41154 I have changed my name from Mohammad Shafi Siddiqi, to ‘Mohammad Shafiuzzama Siddiqi’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/2015. C-41155 I have changed my name from Mohammad Asif Mohammad Ameen, to ‘Mohammad Asif Mohammad Ameen Mansuri’ as per Maharashtra Govt. Gazette No. (X- 24875) Dated: 02/10/2014. C-41156

I have changed my name from Shamina Azam Khan to Shammi Shanu Khan as per Affidavit Dated 29/12/2014.

I have changed my name from Jaharabegum Harun Husen Shaikh, to ‘Johara Ibrahim Shaikh’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/2015.

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C-41157

I have changed my name from Sayed Danish Hasan Abidi to Danish Haider Abidi as per Affidavit Dated 29/12/2014.

I have changed my name from Sunsara Ahmed Arshad, to ‘Sunesra Ahmed Arshad’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/01/2015. C-41158

C-41144 I Mahammad Ashraf Hasan Sange have change my name to Mohd Ashraf Hasan Mamtule as per Maharashtra Gazette No. U-24617 dated 11-17 Dec. 2014 C-41145 I have changed my name from Shadab Imtiaz Khatri to Shadab Mohammed Husain Mukadam as per Gazette dated 20.12.2012. C-41146 I have changed my name from Duli Chand to Dulichand Suhag as per Affidavit Dated 05/01/2015. C-41147

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I have changed my name from Sunsara Irfana Arshad, to ‘Sunesra Irfana Arshad’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/01/2015. C-41159 I have changed my name from Shaikh Abdul Rawuf, to ‘Shaikh Abdul Rauf Abdul Rehman’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/01/2015. C-41160 I have changed my name from Rokadia Vasim Noormohamed, to ‘Rokadia Waseem Noormohamed’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/01/2015. C-41161

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I have changed my name from Miss. Rao Meeta Dharma to Miss. Meeta Dharmarao Korukunda as per Affidavit Dt. 24/11/2014. C-41162 I Mansoor Ali S/o Liyakhat Abdul Rehman Khan have changed my name to Mansoor Ali S/o Liyakat Ansari as per Affidavit dated 05th January, 2015. C-41163 I Salim Zakirhusain Taquee R/o Houston, Texas, have changed my name to Burhanuddin ZakirHusain Taquee vide Affidavit dated 2 December 2014. C-41164 I have changed my name from Tikaram Dinbahadur to Raju Bel Bahadur Gurung vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit - (LT 777077). C-41165

I have changed my name from Garima Ajmani to Shagun Ajmani as per Maharashtra Gazette No (X-29282) C-41178 I have changed my name from Munir Shaikshaban Tamboli to Munir Shaban Tamboli as per Affidavit dated05/01/2015 C-41179 I have changed my name from Shaikshaban Ramzan Tamboli to Shaban Ramzan Tamboli as per Affidavit dated05/01/2015 C-41180 I have changed my name from Fatimabi Bakas Khan to Fatima Kadar Shaikh as per deedpoll affidavit C-41181 I have changed my name from Sabir Ali Shaikh to Shabbir Ali Shaikh as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41182

I have changed my name from Jeff to Jeff James Kureethara Vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit No. (U-24723) C-41166

I have changed my name from Shabbir Ali Kallu to Shabbir Ali Kallu Shaikh as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41183

I have changed my name from Vipin Kumar Mahendra Prasad to Vipin Kumar Mahendra Jaiswar Vide Govt of Maha. Affidavit No. (U-23506) C-41167

We Shabbir Ali Kallu Shaikh and Tashrifunissa Shabbir Ali Shaikh have changed our minor son's name from Shagir Ahmed Shabbir Ali Shaikh to Mohammed Sageer Ahmed Shabbir Ali Shaikh as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41184

I have changed my name from Illa Manilal Shah to Rupa Dilip Shah as per Affidavit Dated: 5th Jan 2015 C-41168 I have changed my name from Dilipbhai Lilachand J Shah to Dilip Leelachand Shah as per Affidavit Dated: 5 Jan 2015 C-41169 I have changed my name from Charmi Shah to Charmy Shah as per Affidavit Date 03.01.2015. C-41170 I have changed my name from Ritika Kishore Khilnani to Neelam Kishore Khilnani as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41171 I have changed my name from Stanli Suresh Rondiya to Stanley Suresh Rondiya as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41172 I have changed my name from Suresh Inderpal to Suresh Inderpal Rondiya as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41173 I have changed my name from Chanki Deepak Kukreja to new name Chunkyy Deepak Kukreja as per deedpoll Affidavit C-41174 I have changed my name from Jumana Kishore Shetty to Jumana Tasnim Dalal by deed poll Affidavit. C-41175 I have changed my name from Renuka Kishore Shetty to Tasnim Mustan Dalal by deed poll Affidavit. C-41176 I Tasnim Mustan Dalal have changed my minor son's name from Shreyas Kishore Shetty to Aliasgar Tasnim Dalal by deed poll Affidavit. C-41177

We "Mr. Rushit Amin" & "Mrs. Ashmi Malkan" change name of our minor son "Vedant Amin" to "Vedant Malkan" as per Affidavit dated 5th January" 2015. C-41185 I have changed my name from "Ashmi Amin" to "Ashmi Malkan" as per Affidavit Dated 05th January" 2015. C-41186 I have changed my name from "Reshmaben Farid Virani" to "Reshma Farid Virani" as per Affidavit Dated 05th January" 2015. C-41187 I have changed my name from "Swati Manohar Sawant" to "Shradha Abhay Rane" as per Affidavit Dated 05th January" 2015. C-41188 I have changed my name from "Shraddha Abhay Rane" to "Shradha Abhay Rane" as per Affidavit Dated 05th January" 2015. C-41189 I have changed my name from Mohammed Rashid Hussain @ Rashid Hussain to Mohammad Rashid Husain as per Affidavit. C-41190 I have changed my name from "Lubna Rashid Hussain @ Lubna Hussain" to "Lubna Mohammad Rashid Husain" as per Affidavit. C-41191 We, Mohammad Rashid Husain & Lubna Mohammad Rashid Husain change our minor daughter's name from "Nabila Hussain" to "Nabila Husain" as per deed poll Affidavit Dated 05th January" 2015. C-41192

I have changed my name from "Dipti Arun Parab" to "Deepti Rajiv Kothari" as per Affidavit. C-41193 I have changed my name from "Shabbir @ Shabbir Tahir Hussain" to "Shabbir Hashmi" as per Affidavit. C-41194 I have changed my name from Nambiar Roshni Kunhiraman Susheela to Roshni Kunhi Raman as per Affidavit C-41195 I have changed my name from Roshni Kunhi Raman to Roshni Abhilash Nambiar as per Affidavit C-41196 I have changed my name from Abdul Jabbar Shaikh to Jabbar Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41197 I have changed my name from Amin to Mohd Amin Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41198 I have changed my name from Mohamed Javid Amin to Javed Mohd Amin Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41199 I have changed my name from Gulzar Mohd Gaffar to Gulzar Gaffar Gouri as per Affidavit C-41200 I have changed my name from Ghowri Mohd Irfan Mohd Ghaffar to Irfan Gaffar Gouri as per Affidavit C-41201 I have changed my name from Saira Banu to Sahirabanu Abbubakkar Nazeem as per Affidavit. C-41202 I have changed my name from Varattil Abubakar to Abbubakkar Gulam Beary Nazeem as per Affidavit. C-41203 We Mr. Abbubakkar Gulam Beary Nazeem & Mrs. Sahirabanu Abbubakkar Nazeem have changed our minor child name from Azmath Nesha to Azamath Nisha Nazeem. as per Affidavit. C-41204 I have changed my name from Miheer Lalaji Sachaniya to Mihir Lalji Sachaniya as per Affidavit C-41205 I have changed my name from Prathmesh Rajendra Bochal to Prathamesh Rajendra Bachal as per Affidavit C-41206 I have changed my name from Needah Ahdulaziz Hakim to Needah Abdulaziz Hakim as per Affidavit C-41207 I have changed my name from Anita Devi Gupta to Anita Gupta as per Affidavit C-41208 I have changed my name from Shila Gimbal to Sheela Gimbal as per Affidavit C-41209 I have changed my name from Sathish Shetty to Satish Shetty as per Affidavit C-41210

We Mr. Mohammed Shahid Khan & Mrs. Alimunnisa Mohammed Shahid Khan have changed our minor son name from Mohd Irshad Khan to Mohammed Irshad Mohammed Shahid Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit C-41211 We Mr. Mohammed Shahid Khan & Mrs. Alimunnisa Mohammed Shahid Khan have changed our minor son name from Mohd Ashraf Khan to Mohammed Ashraf Mohammed Shahid Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit C-41212 I have changed my name from Kunal Baburao Patil to Krunal Baburao Patil as per Affidavit C-41213 I have changed my name from Neeta Chandrakant Bhagat to Nita Chandrakant Bhagat as per Affidavit C-41214 I have changed my name from Karona Haresh Bijlani to Karuna Hareshlal Bijlani as per Affidavit C-41215 I have changed my name from Haresh Chetandas Bijlani to Hareshlal Chetandas Bijlani as per Affidavit C-41216 I have changed my name from Hardersingh Dhoman to Hardev Singh Ghoman as per Affidavit C-41217 I have changed my name from Seeta Ramchandra Sapkal to Sita Ramchandra Sapkal as per Affidavit C-41218 I have changed my name from Neha Santosh Singh to Niharicka Santosh Singh as per Affidavit C-41219 I have changed my name from Sarita Padman Kankoshe to Siddhi Vinayak Patil as per Affidavit C-41220 I have changed my name from Kirankumar Zaverchand Nagaria to Kiran Zaverchand Nagaria as per Affidavit C-41221 I have changed my name from Jubin Kiran Nagariya to Jubin Kiran Nagaria as per Affidavit C-41222 I have changed my name from Suryakant Naranbhai Nakrani to Suresh Naran Patel as per Affidavit C-41223 I have changed my name from Savitriben Madhavji Vasani to .Savitri Parbat Rangani as per Affidavit C-41224 I have changed my name from Savitri Ben Parbat Rangani to Savitri Parbat Rangani as per Affidavit C-41225 I have changed my name from Bhumi Chetan Patel to.Bhoomi Chetan Patel as per Affidavit C-41226 I have changed my name from Nitee Mukesh Shah to Niti Mukesh Shah as per Affidavit C-41227

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Sena opposes BJP’s LED plans for city

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officials that besides illumination, these lights will reduce the electricity expenses by half. Energy Efficiency Services Ltd, a central governmentsponsored company, is interested in providing 1.32 lakh lights which will be installed all over the city and the sub-

hiv Sena, a coalition partner of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Union government, state government and the city civic body, opposed the latter's ambitious project of installing LED lights in the city. Shiv Sena opined that fair tender process will not be compromised despite the interested companies being Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) of the Government of India. Citing the sovereignty of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Shiv Sena legislator and councilor Sunil Prabhu said, “Be it a PSU or a private company, there should not be any compromise with the tendering procedure in the civic body.” While addressing the general body meeting of the civic body, Prabhu said, “The civic body has a legitimate policy to procure logistic and material supply to meet its requirements. Open tenders are invited through newspapers and tenders are entrusted to the most eligible company in the best interest

urbs. The pilot project will be commissioned this week in posh areas like Colaba, Bandra and Mulund. The CM is likely to inaugurate the project by the end of this month. Shiv Sena leaders, particularly Mayor Snehal Ambekar, was not taken into confidence while taking this deci-

sion and so the party had grudges. Prabhu had written a letter to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis saying that fair and transparent tendering procedure must be followed in procurement of LED lights. BJP councillors said that since Energy Efficiency Serv-

ices Ltd is a PSU and a subsidy of the Central government, there should not be any tendering procedure. Shiv Sena leaders think that once the tendering procedure is compromised, it will become a practice which will ultimately undermine the value of the civic body.

Sunil Prabhu of the civic body and its people.” Earlier last Sunday, bypassing the civic body – particularly the Mayor and other Shiv Sena leaders, the BJP leaders in a meeting presided over by Union Energy Minister Piyush Goya and attended by state Energy Miniser Chandrashekhar Baankule, state and civic officials decided to install LED lights in the city. The LED lights are claimed to produce better illumination than the sodium vapour lights presently used in the city. It is also claimed by the

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he alleged BJP worker yesterday pelted stones at the vehicle of Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Council NCP's Dhananjay Munde. Significantly, Munde who deserted the BJP to join NCP was on his way to pray at a samadhi at Bhagwangad. Meanwhile, while speaking to reporters, Munde has alleged that the attack on him was preplanned and BJP workers were involved in it. Angry activists, reportedly belonging to a rival political party, pelted stones at Munde's car and other escorting vehicles when they neared Bhagwangad to offer prayers at the Bhagwan Baba's samadhi. The activists protested by raising antiMunde slogans and asked him to go back as they did not want him to take darshan at the samadhi. Despite appeals by the local police, the activists refused to budge or allow passage to Munde's motorcade to pass. A visibly upset Munde, the estranged nephew of former Union Minister late Gopinath Munde, termed the protests as politically motivated before deciding to forgo the darshan. The golden jubilee

Dhananjay Munde of Bhagwan Baba's samadhi is currently being celebrated and is slated to end on Tuesday with a grand function to be attended by top political leaders of the state. “Whenever I achieve anything in life, I go to Bhagwangad and express my gratitude. I was welcomed all along the route, except near the temple. The manner in which I was prevented from taking darshan is condemnable,” Munde said before leaving the venue. Munde quit the BJP when his uncle Gopinath Munde was alive and also contested the recent Assembly elections from Parli-Vaijnath constituency against his cousin Pankaja Gopinath Munde, who is now a minister in the state.

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CLASSIFIEDS

CHANGE OF NAME I have changed my name from Jayesh Jivaraj Shah to:- Jayesh Jivaraj Hariya as per Affidavit. C-41228 I have changed my name from Saundhya Gosar to - Sandhya Jayesh Hariya as per Affidavit. C-41229 I have changed my name from Dilipkumar Himatmal Jain to Dilip Himatmal Jain as per Affidavit Dated: 05/01/2015 C-41230 I have changed my name from Ghanashyamdas Harjasmal Menghani to Ghanshyamdas Harjasmal Memghani as per Affidavit C-41231 I have changed my name from Ashok Samunumal Kukreja to Ashoklal Samanomal Kukreja as per Affidavit C-41232 I have changed my name from Yusuf Ismail Shaikh to Mohammed Yusuf Ismail Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41233 I have changed my name from Vivian Engelbert Thomas D';Silva to Vivian Thomas D';Silva as per Affidavit C-41234 I have changed my name from Zohab Saeed Ahmed Gore to Zoheb Saeed Ahmed Gore as per Affidavit C-41235 I have changed my name from Naeem Ahmed Mohammed Yamin to Mohd Naeem Mohammed Yamin Qureshi as per Affidavit Dated: 05/01/2015 C-41236 I have changed my name from Shakeel Ahmed Wakil Ahmed Khan to Mohammed Shakeel Mohammed Wakeel Khan as per Affidavit C-41237 I have changed my name from Wakil Ahmed Khan to Mohammed Wakeel Abdul Hamid Khan as per Affidavit C-41238 I have changed my name from Salma Begum Wakil Ahmed Khan to Salma Mohammed Wakeel Khan as per Affidavit C-41239 I have changed my name from Syed Shamim Bano S to Shamim Mohammed Shakeel Khan as per Affidavit C-41240 I have changed my name from Mohd Imran Qadir Ahmed Qureshi to Imran Qadir Ahmed Qureshi as per Affidavit C-41241

I have changed my name from Liyaqatali Bashir Ahmed to Liyakat Ali Wagnak as per Affidavit C-41246 I have changed my name from Mr.Ram Gyandeep Rajnath to Mr.Gyandeep Rajnath Jaiswar as per Deedpoll Affidavit C-41247 I have changed my name from Kamil Khan Noor Mohammed Khan to Kamil Noormohammed Khan as per Affidavit C-41248 I have changed my name from Pravind Kumar Kaushila to Pravind Kaushila Dubey as per Affidavit C-41249 I have changed my name from Yusuf Abdulhusain Nallwala to Yusuf Naalwala as per Affidavit C-41250 I have changed my name from Nafisa to Nafisa Yusuf Naalwala as per Affidavit C-41251 I have changed my name from Amirunnisha Shaukat Ali Shah to Amimunnisha Shaukat Ali Shah as per Affidavit C-41252 We have changed our childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name from Kehkasha Shamshad Alam Ansari to Samrin Shamshad Alam Ansari as per Affidavit C-41253 I have changed my name from Imran Ahmad Abdul Hakim Malik to Imran Abdul Hakim Malik as per Affidavit C-41254 I have changed my name from Sajirunnissa Abdul Hakim Malik to Sajrunnisa Abdul Hakim Malik as per Affidavit C-41255 I have changed my name from Sadrunnisa Abdul Hakim Malik to Sajrunnisa Abdul Hakim Malik as per Affidavit C-41256 I have changed my name from Aafreen Bano Mohommed Sabir Ansari to Afreen Bano Mohammed Zubair Ansari as per Affidavit C-41257 I have changed my name from Fayza Fazalur Rehman Ansari to Faiza Fazlur Rehman Ansari as per Affidavit C-41258 I have changed my name from Leela Kumari Kothari to Leelaben Motilal Jain as per Affidavit C-41259 I have changed my name from Ameet Motilal Jain to Amit Motilal Jain as per Affidavit C-41260

I have changed my name from Rafique Habib Ganodwala to Rafique Habib Memon as per Affidavit C-41242

I have changed my name from Vasim Raisukhan Khan to Vasim Raisukhan Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41261

I have changed my name from Asifali Chaudhary to Asifali Ansari as per Affidavit

I have changed my name from Zahid Mohammed Husain Bordiwala to Mustafa Mohammed Husain Bordiwala as per Affidavit C-41262

C-41243 I have changed my name from Abdul Rauf Abdul Lateef to Abdul Rauf Abdul Lateef Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41244 I have changed my name from Kuvarben Ranmal Gala to Kuvar Ranmal Gala as per Affidavit C-41245

I have changed my name from Ladhuram Himataram Malviya to Laduram Himataram Malviya as per Affidavit C-41263 I have changed my name from Chander Tirathdas to Chander Tirathdas Sachdev as per Affidavit C-41264

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I have changed my name from Bhagwanji Rajkumar Mohinani to Bhagwanti Rajkumar Mohinani as per Affidavit C-41265

I have changed my name from Vivekkumar Arvindkumar Tiwari to Vivek Arvindkumar Tiwari as per Affidavit C-41284

I have changed my name from Pritam Pandurang Amle to Pritam Pandurang Ambale as per Affidavit C-41303

I have changed my name from Quadeer Abdulla Sati to Kadeer Abdulla Sathi as per Affidavit C-41266

I have changed my name from Ganeshprasad Gupta to Ganesh Gupta as per Affidavit C-41285

I have changed my name from Kamleshkumar Shamji Bhangde to Kamlesh Shamji Bhangde as per Affidavit C-41304

I have changed my name from Mohammed Tatti to Mohammed Tatti as per Affidavit C-41267 I have changed my name from Mohmed Gouse Kutbuddin Tatli to Mohammed Gaus Qutbuddin Tatli as per Affidavit C-41268 I have changed my name from Bhairaolal Jain to Bhairulal Jain as per Affidavit C-41269 I have changed my name from Mansur Ahmed Rafiuddin Farid to Mansoor Ahmed Rafiuddin Farid as per Affidavit C-41270 I have changed my name from Ferai Chamar to Ferairam Chittu Bharati as per Affidavit C-41271 I have changed my name from Kamlesh Ferai Chamar to Kamlesh Ferairam Bharati as per Affidavit C-41272 I have changed my name from Chanmati Ferairam Bharati to Chandramati Devi Ferairam Bharati as per Affidavit C-41273 I have changed my name from Chandramati to Chandramati Devi Ferairam Bharati as per Affidavit C-41274 I have changed my name from Sneha Arvind to Sneha Iyer as per Affidavit C-41275 I have changed my name from Iqbal Abdul Jabbar Ansari to Iqbal Abdul Jabbar Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41276 I have changed my name from Mohammed Rais Matiullah to Mohammed Rais Matiullah Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41277 I have changed my name from Noor Moh to Noormohammad as per Affidavit C-41278 I have changed my name from Abdul Javid Abdul Hak to Shaikh Abdul Javid Abdul Hak as per Affidavit C-41279 I have changed my name from Neha Narendra Dhobi to Neha Narendra Kanojia as per Affidavit C-41280 I have changed my name from Needa to Needa Ashraf Petkar as per Affidavit C-41281 I have changed my name from Shakeela Ashraf Petkar to Shakila Ashraf Petkar as per Affidavit C-41282 I have changed my name from Ansari Amina Khatoon Sumani to Asma Mayzam Ansari as per Affidavit C-41283

I have changed my name from Dipika Ashok to Dipika Ashok Rajpurohit as per Affidavit C-41286 I have changed my name from Sneha Rajnikant Shah to Sneha Rajnikant Limbadia as per Affidavit C-41287 I have changed my name from Sunitaben Vrajlal Machhi to Sunita Vrajlal Machhi as per Affidavit C-41288 I have changed my name from Madanlalji Dalichandji Jain to Madanlal Dalichand Jain as per Affidavit . C-41289 I have changed my name from Mohammad Salim Mohammad Hasim Malik to Salim Hashm Malik as per Affidavit . C-41290 I have changed my name from Vasantlal Bhanushali to Vasant Bhanushali as per Affidavit C-41291 I have changed my name from Rohitkumar Palan Chheda to Rohit Palan Chheda as per Affidavit C-41292 I have changed my name from Jayeshkumar Bhawanji Dedhia to Jayesh Bhawanji Dedhia as per Affidavit C-41293 I have changed my name from Kalpanaben Shamjibhai Dedhia to Kalpana Rohit Chheda as per Affidavit C-41294 I have changed my name from Suresh Hemraj Chaudhari to Suresh Hemraj Choudhary as per Affidavit C-41295 I have changed my name from Hemraj Hiralal Chaudhari to Hemraj Hiralal Choudhary as per Affidavit C-41296 I have changed my name from Devi to Daisamma Thomas as per Affidavit C-41297

I have changed my name from Beleture to Vellaidurai Murugan Nadar as per Affidavit C-41305 I have changed my name from R. Murgan to Murugan Nadar as per Affidavit C-41306 I have changed my name from Kanak Bhushan to Kanak Gupta as per Affidavit C-41307 I have changed my name from Mundackapoikayil Anju Jose to Anju Jose as per Affidavit C-41308 I have changed my name from Geeta Shivshankar Vajpai to Geeta Shivshankar Bajpai as per Affidavit C-41309 I have changed my name from Shivshankar Ramprasad Vajpai to Shivshankar Ramprasad Bajpai as per Affidavit C-41310 I have changed my name from Shushila Shivshankar Vajpai to Shushila Shivshankar Bajpai as per Affidavit C-41311 I have changed my name from Kaisharzahan Mohd Aalimraja to Kaisharzahan Alimraza Khan as per Affidavit C-41312 I have changed my name from Mohammad Alimraza to Mohammad Alimraza Khan as per Affidavit C-41313 I have changed my name from Kaisar Jahan to Kaisharzahan Alimraza Khan as per Affidavit C-41314 I have changed my name from Deepak Kumar Maurya to Deepak Ashok Kumar Maurya as per Affidavit C-41315 I have changed my name from Khairoonnissa Nanu Mulla to Khairunnisa Nanu Mulla as per Affidavit C-41316

I have changed my name from Murtuja Dahodwala to Murtuza Johar Bhai Dudhiyawala as per Affidavit

I have changed my name from Rajyabee Asif Mohammed Shaikh to Razia Begum Asif Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41317

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I have changed my name from Fazalu Shaikh to Mohammed Fazlu Sardar as per Affidavit

I have changed my name from Joharlhai Faqrudin Dahodwala to Johar Bhai Faqrudin Dudhiyawala as per Affidavit C-41299 I have changed my name from Rajendraprasad to Rajendraprasadram Jaiswar as per Affidavit C-41300

C-41318 I have changed my name from Almas Fazalu Shaikh to Almas Mohammed Fazlu Sardar as per Affidavit C-41319

I have changed my name from Malatidevi to Malati Jaiswar as per Affidavit C-41301

I have changed my name from Sayed Zamiruddin Sayed Jamaluddin to Zameer Jamaluddin Sayyed as per Affidavit C-41320

I have changed my name from Kashinath Pandurang Gambhir to Kashiram Pandurang Gambhir as per Affidavit C-41302

I have changed my name from Halima Gulam Abbas to Halima Gulam Abbas Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41321

I have changed my name from Mr. Pierson Alex Steven Almeida to Mr. Pierson Steven Almeida as Per Deed Pool Affidavit C-41322 I have changed my name from Mr. Mohammed Shehbaz Abdul Basit Shaikh to Mr. Shehbaz Abdul Basit Shaikh as per deed poll Affidavit C-41323 I have changed my name from Jitendrakumar Punjaram Parekh to Jitendrakumar Punjaram Limbachiya as per Affidavit C-41324 I have changed my name from Nitaben Jitendrakumar Parekh to Nita Jitendrakumar Limbachiya as per Affidavit Dated:05/01/2015 C-41325 I have changed my name from Miss. Umme Aiman Sikandar Hafiz to Miss. Umme Aiman Sikandar Zulqarnain Shaikh as per Affidavit C-41326 I have changed my name from Nitesh Kumar Sharma to Nitesh Sharma as per Affidavit Dated: 03/01/2015 C-41327 I have changed my name from Ratan Prakash Borana to Ratanben Prakash Borana as per Affidavit Dated: 05/01/2015 C-41328 I Girishkumar Dhanji Bhanushali have changed my name to Govind Dhanji Bhanushali as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/01/15 C-41329 I Sudhir Kumar Jha have changed my name to Sudhir Purandhar Jha as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 02/01/15 C-41330 I Ashish Sureshbhai Bhalgamia have changed my name to Ashish Suresh Bhalgamiya as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 31/12/14 C-41331 I Yogeshkumar Lalitkumar Bafna have changed my name to Yogesh Lalitkumar Bafna as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 26/11/14 C-41332 I Mr. Prafullachandra Madhavji Dawada have changed my name to Mr. Praful Madhavji Davda as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 03/01/15 C-41333 I Mr. Naishadh Or Naishadhkumar Shashikant Joshi have changed my name to Mr. Nishant Shashikant Joshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 30/12/14 C-41334 I Mr. Bharatkumar Popatlal Gajjar have changed my name to Mr. Bharat Popatlal Gajjar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 29/12/14 C-41335 I Mr Dhaval Kirtikumar Jatakia have changed my name to Mr. Dhaval Kirtikumar Jhatakia as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41336 I Ushaben Dalpatbhai Dholaria have changed my name to Usha Dalpat Dholaria as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41337

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Flat burgled in Bandra; valuables worth `9L missing Afternoon Despatch & Courier

MUMBAI | TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2015

By Vikrant Kelkar

with jewellery, cash and other valuables worth Rs 9 lakh. he Kherwadi police has According to sources at the launched a manhunt to Kherwadi police station, the nab the unidentified incident took place early on miscreant who allegedly broke Sunday morning at the the into a flat in Bandra when the posh MIG colony near the owner was away and stole Gandhinagar in Bandra (East).

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The owner, Vijayprasad Varti, was away visiting relatives in Ghatkopar at that time. The incident came to light after Varti came back home and found the main door of his flat open. When he entered, he noticed that valu-

ables were missing from the cupboard. According to Varti's statement to the Kherwadi police, after entering the flat he found Rs 7.93 lakh work of jewellery and Rs 1 lakh in case missing. The complainant said that

the incident happened when he and his family, occupants of the robbed home, had gone to visit his in-laws in Ghatkopar. Speaking to the ADC, police sub inspector (PSI) Dattatrey Dhaigude, said, “Our

investigation is underway. As a precaution we have taken the fingerprints of the two women who serve as domestic help to the homeowner and sent the samples for further examination to the fingerprints expert.”

Man with a limp kidnaps baby from the street By Zuber Ansari

two-month old boy was allegedly kidnapped by an unidentified man with a limp in the wee hoursof Monday from a pavement in Pydhonie area in South Mumbai. According to a police source, a couple on the pavements were sleeping with the boy on Nagdevi street on Sunday night when the accused, accompanied by a woman, an infant and a boy aged between 10-12 years, allegedly lifted the child who was asleep.When the boy's mother, Savitri Bhoir (20), could not find her child when she awoke, she immediately approached the police.According to senior police inspector from Pydhoni police station Sunil Kawlekar, “The actof the cul-

prit, who ensured nobody saw him while lifting the baby, has been captured in a CCTV installed outside a shop there.”The others with the accused could be his family members. The officer said, “An FIR has been registered under IPC 363 (kidnapping) and 34 (act done by more than one person with common intention) in the matter. The culprit had a limp and is aged between 30 to 35 years old. A hunt is on to track him down.” After the incident various railway stations, bus stops and guest houses were searched, “but we could not find any clue about the toddler. From the body language of the kidnappers, it seems they were from Mumbai itself,” he concluded. Investigation into the unknown kidnapper is on.

Pervy old doc stalks, sends lewd sms to former colleague By Suresh Golani

leuths of the Mira Road police have arrested a 55year-old doctor on charges of sending vulgar messages on the mobile phone of his former colleague. A resident of Santa Cruz, the accused has been identified as Dr Satishchand Kishore Sharma (55), who is a practicing surgeon and consultant for reputed Mumbai-based hospitals. According to the police the accused came into contact with the 37-year-old complainant in 2011. Later, taking undue advantage of his friendship with her, he proposed his love to her. But after being spurned, the

doctor, unable to take the rejection, started sending lewd messages to her phone and also on a poplar messaging application. The doctor also stalked the woman. Following a complaint registered by her, the Mira Road police arrested the doctor and booked him under the relevant sections of the IPC. “This is not the first time the accused doctor has committed such acts. He has been held twice for similar offences,” revealed an investigating officer. Meanwhile the accused has been remanded to police custody for two days when he was produced before the District Sessions Court, Thane. Further investigations are on.

BURST INTO FLAMES... A police officer inspects as a car suddenly bursts into flames near Babulnath, on Monday. Onlookers say it can be a case of short-circuit in the car's wiring.

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CHANGE OF NAME

I Dalpatbhai Khimjibhai Dholaria have changed my name to Dalpat Dholaria as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41338 I Smita Shantaram Bairagi have changed my name to Kirti Anil Sakhrani as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41339 I Govindbhai Meghji Bhanushali have changed my name to Govind Meghji Bhanushali as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 03/12/14 C-41340 I Lilaben Govind Bhanushali have changed my name to Lilavanti Govind Bhanushali as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 03/12/14 C-41341 I Rasilaben Ishwarbhai Patel have changed my minor daughter’s name from Jinal Ishwarbhai to Jinal Ishwarbhai Patel as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41342 I Bharatbhai Mohanbhai Katelia have changed my name to Bharat Mohanbhai Katelia as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 31/12/14 C-41343 I Ansuyaben Bharatbhai Katelia have changed my name to Ansuya Bharat Katelia as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 31/12/14 C-41344 I Ansuyaben Mohan Godhania have changed my name to Ansuya Bharat Katelia as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 31/12/14 C-41345 I Ms. Soniyaben Jayantilal Kavaiya have changed my name to Mrs. Soniya Naresh Davda as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 03/01/15 C-41346 I Elahi Alauddin Mulani have changed my name to Ilahi Alauddin Pathan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41347 I Sharifabee Mulani have changed my name to Sharifabi Pathan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41348 I Ruksharbee Elahi Mulani have changed my name to Rukhsar Ilahi Pathan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41349 I Mohd. Irshad Laik & Mohd. Irshad Shaikh have changed my name to Mohammad Irshad Mohammad Laik Idrisi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41350 I Laik & Laik Shaikh have changed my name to Mohammad Laik Idrisi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41351 I Fatma Laik & Fatma Shaikh have changed my name to Kaneez Fatima Mohammad Laik Idrisi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41352 I Kamleshkumar Arvindbhai Parmar have changed my name to Kamlesh Arvindbhai Parmar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41353

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CLASSIFIEDS I Ramzanali Shawkatali Shaikh have changed my name to Ramjan Shawkatali Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41354

I Brigesh Mohan Naidu have changed my name to Brijesh Mohan Naidu as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41371

I Arti Ashok Golatkar have changed my name to Kunda Ashok Golatkar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41355

I Pradeepkumar Gunvantray Mankniya have changed my name to Pradeep Gunavantray Mandaliya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41372

I Anilkumar Babulal Doshi have changed my name to Anil Babulal Doshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41356 I Preeti Manish Mamania have changed my name to Priti Manish Mamania as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41357 I Niketa Harishchandra Pandya have changed my name to Niketa Devang Vyas as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41358 I Bina Vipul Lotia have changed my name to Beena Vipul Lotia as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/14 C-41359 I Roshan Pratap Chauhan have changed my name to Roshan Ramprakash Kori as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No. X-79147 Dated: 29/02/13 C-41360 We Mr. Pranav Toshniwal & Mrs. Tushi Toshniwal have changed our minor daughter’s name from Navi Toshniwal to Navisha Toshniwal as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41361 I Kishan Singh have changed my name to Kishan Singh Rajput as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41362 I Suresh Kishan Singh have changed my name to Suresh Kishan Singh Rajput as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41363 I Harku Bai Kishan Singh have changed my name to Harku Bai Kishan Singh Rajput as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41364 I Noorbano Nasir Khan have changed my name to Noorbee Ahmed Ali Sayyed as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41365 I Irshad Ahmad / Irshad Mohd Irshad have changed my name to Irshad Ahmed Syed Ahmed as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41366 I Chandrakala Laxmi / Laxmi Amrutrao Dessai have changed my name to Chandrakala Amrut Desai as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41367 I Amrutrao Dessai have changed my name to Amrut Desai as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41368 I Ashokkumar Phoolchand Kanaujiya have changed my name to Ashok Phoolchand Kanojiya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41369 I Phoolchand Kanaujiya have changed my name to Phoolchand Rajpati Kanojiya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41370

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I Gunvantray Mankniya have changed my name to Gunavantray Mandaliya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41373 I Induben Gunavantray Mankniya have changed my name to Induben Gunavantray Mandaliya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41374 I Yogendar Saw have changed my name to Jogindar Saw as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41375 I Bhavana Hanumant Bure have changed my name to Yashoda Hanumant Bure as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41376 I Jimi / Jimmi krishnakant Parikh have changed my name to Jimmi Dewang Parekh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41377 I Darshana Subhash Parab have changed my name to Mohana Subhash Parab as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41378 I Sathayya Ittagoni have changed my name to Sattaya Ittagoni as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41379 I Rajkumari Bhushan Dubey have changed my name to Rajkumari Dubey as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41380 I Parth Piyush Bhamaria have changed my name to Paarth Piyush Bhamaria as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41381 I Viralkumar Dharamchand Shah have changed my name to Viral Dharamchand Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41382 I Mrs. Anjana have changed my name to Mrs. Anjana mittra as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41383 I Mr. Ashis have changed my name to Mr. Ashis Kumar mittra as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41384 I Mankniya Pradeepkumar Gunvantray have changed my name to Pradeep Gunvantray Mandaliya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41385 I Gunvantray Mankniya have changed my name to Gunvantray Mandaliya as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41386 I Mr. Ali Reza Hyder Ali have changed my name to Mr. Ali Reza Hyder Ali Alwani as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41387 I Miss. Geetanjali Madhav Bapat have changed my name to Mrs. Gayatri Onkar Tikale as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41388

I Miss. Kavita Shantaram Kadam have changed my name to Mrs. Neha Nitin Chavan as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41389 I Miss. Larissa Michelle Wifred Pais have changed my name to Miss. Larissa Wifred Pais as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41390 I Ms. Shakera Bano Zameer Ahmed Ansari have changed my name to Mrs. Suman Shashikant Bhoir as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 05/01/15 C-41391 I Manali Paresh Shirurkar have changed my name to Manali Paresh Shiurkar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41392 I Paresh Baban Shirurkar have changed my name to Paresh Baban Shiurkar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41393 I Manjusha Paresh Shirurkar have changed my name to Manjusha Paresh Shiurkar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-41394

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ays after Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced compensation for hailstorm- affected farmers, Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray on Monday said his party would ensure that the funds reached the right people. "We will ensure that the money announced for farmers reaches right people. I will not let people do anything they wish to do just because we are in the government. We will continue doing what is best for our farmers," he told PTI. Sena is alliance partner in STEEL CITY PRECISION TECHNO PRIVATE LTMITED, having office at 9, Maya Dasi Road, Behala, Kolkata-60. Company is registered under the provision of Companies Aact-1956 under No.53732. Under the agreemet for sale dated 29-1-1998 duly stamped entered into between M/s Jaycee Construction Co. Promoter one Part- and the Co. as the Purchaser of the Other part. TheCo. Had purchaed the flat No.202/ B Wing known as Natraj Situated at Plot bearing No. CTS- 996/997/998 and 998/1 Yari Road,Versova Andheri (W), Mumbai, hereinafter referred to as the said flat. The Purchaser of the flat have formed a co-operative Society namely Panch Natraj Co-op. HSG Soc. Ltd. In the said Agreement for sale dated 291-1998 the name of Co. by mistake written as Steel City Trecision Techno Private Ltd. but the correct name of the co. is Steel Cty Precision Techno Private Limited. I the said purchaser Mrs.Noorjahan Pamnani who has purchased the said flat from the said Co. vide agreement for sale dated 5-12-2014 which is duly stamped and registered through their director (1) Mr. Dhiraj C.Adhikari and (2) Mrs.Rama C.Adhikari. If any body has any objection on the said property, kindly contact me on the sid Mob. No. 9757297764 within 14 days from the date of publication. I had given the notice to keep my self and the society and its office bearers indemnityagainst any claim, demand, suit, or other legal proceedings by any other heir/heirs either lawfully and or equatbly and shall ensure that the society and its office bearers are not put to losses either by co. directors, or any other persons to the said flat.

the BJP-led state government. Thackeray was speaking at a press conference to announce an exhibition of about 70 photographs taken by him, which would be open at Jehangir Art gallery here from January 7 to 12. Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain will inaugurate it tomorrow. Proceeds of the exhibition will go to the distressed farmers in the `suicide belt' of Maharashtra, the Sena chief said. "If this small gesture saves the lives of even one or two farmers, I will consider myself fortunate," he said. "This exhibition will feature photographs of ancient temples in Cambodia. They were breathtaking. It reminds me of our culture that is spread around the world. I also got a chance to shoot polar bears in sub-zero temperatures in Canada. It was very difficult shooting these beautiful animals as whenever I removed my gloves to shoot them, my hands froze. It took a lot of time for my hands to get normal again," Thackeray said. "The other highlight will be infra-red photography. What makes it special is that while shooting, we do not let light pass through camera lens.”

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hiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray has decided to donate the proceeds of his six-day Photo Exhibition on wild life, infrared, heritage and portrait photographs towards drought relief measures. Speaking to newspersons here yesterday, he announced the setting up of a trust to manage the disbursal of aid to farmers affected by hail storm, drought and unseasonal rains. Thackeray remarked that the natural disaster is so huge and is making government efforts fall short and hence he was lending his own might to the government efforts. The theme of this year's Photo Exhibition is infra-red photography. He further remarked that if he could help save the lives of

farmers, the satisfaction would be huge. Thackeray stated that this exhibition was after a span of 11 years and will run from January 7 to January 12. His earlier exhibitions of forts of Maharashtra titled 'Maharashtra Desha' in 2004 was followed by one on the pilgrimage of Pandharpur titled 'Pahava Vitthal' which received rave reviews and were later converted into books. This time around, the Sena president has put up an exhibition of 70 odd photographs of Polar Bears of Antartica, ancient temples of Ankor Vat in Cambodia and portraits of some prominent personalities. The infra-red photographs include those of Rajabhai Tower at University of Mumbai and the Brihanmumbai Municipal CorporaShiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray at a press conference on the exhibition of his photography in the city on tion (BMC) headquarters. Dwelling upon the legacy Monday.

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dvocate Vijay Gaikwad, accused of making defamatory remarks about a particular minority community, was granted judicial custody on Monday by the Bhoiwada court, till January 19. Gaikwad was arrested on January 2 and sent to police custody till January 5. He was produced in the court on Monday with high security. The complainant, Moin Khan, told the ADC, “We have been directed by the court to file a reply to Gaikwad's bail application. Even though bail was granted to the accused, he was arrested for his action. A concrete message has been sent to society. Similar antisocial elements will think twice before hampering the peace and harmony in society and hurting anyone's sentiments. We will approach the higher court if the accused gets bail.” Advocate Yusuf Khan who is representing the complainant said, “We have moved an intervention application, but we are only allowed to make written submissions. On Tuesday we are going to request the court

to grant us permission to make oral arguments. We will also file the reply to the bail application moved by the accused.” The Facebook remarks that Vijay Gaikwad made had resulted in extreme rage and anger from the community he addressed, which is why

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of art running through the Thackeray family, he remarked that late Sena chief Bal Thackeray used his caricaturing to create mass awakening and galvanise people against injustice. The Sena president argued that photography was his hobby and politics was his full-time vocation. Thackeray added that he had plans for doing another exhibition on Mumbai and Maharashtra in the near future. He called upon the artist community to contribute their might towards causes like drought relief. The Sena president however declined to make any political comments. He also evaded queries on whether who all from the artist fraternity would visit his exhibition. His estranged cousin Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray is also a well-known cartoonist.

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INALLY, the BMC is taking a right decision with regard to the preservation of heritage structures. From the proposed BMC's heritage list, several buildings have been dropped. A beginning has been made in Chembur where as many as 20 buildings have been dropped from the list. What has remind in the list now is a temple and a church and also two other structures. A sensible approach has been adopted. There are hundreds of so-called heritage structures in Mumbai. There are many buildings which are on the brink of a collapse. Repairs are prohibited. The buildings look like so many ghosts of the past. The whole of Ballard Estate which could become a commercial centre cannot undergo any change. Thousands of offices can come up if many old buildings are dropped from the heritage list. Mumbai city needs to be developed, and it requires huge commercial space in this regard. For a long time, we have been mesmerised by the heritage hocus pocus and on flimsy grounds, we have decided to preserve them. It is time the BMC become a little more pragmatic and ended the hysteria about heritage.

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OME 19 years ago, Danish national Kim Peter Davy dropped arms over Purulia, West Bengal, at the instance of the Government of India. New Delhi’s reported purpose was to arm the Naxalites, a militant fringe of leftists, to oust the communist government in West Bengal that had been ruling for more than two decades. Davy has admitted in a recorded interview that he did so at the instance of a Member of Indian Parliament. He still has not disclosed the name of the MP. Joginder Singh, the retired Director of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), has confirmed the report. But he too has refused to name the MP who was apparently a Congressman because the P.V. Narasimha Rao government was in power at that time.

Bangladesh. In fact, it only goes on to prove the allegation by Islamabad that the entire uprising in the then East Pakistan was sponsored by India. Though the true motive is shrouded in mystery and conjecture, the BBC after investigation, alleged that the arms were intended for the so-called socio-spiritual organization Ananda Marga. This has been disputed by Kim Davy who claimed the central government itself was behind the arms drop to counter the CPI(M) cadres. An Indian court in 1977 determined that the Ananda Marga group was indeed the intended recipient of the guns and ammunition. Based on the pilot’s testimony, along with other evidence such as a photograph of the Ananda Marga headquarters on the aircraft, the judge ruled: “As per the materials available on record, I hold that it has been esThis disclosure made by the intrepid Arnab tablished that the places where the arms were Goswami on Times Now channel has not targeted to be dropped were of Ananda Marbeen carried by the print media, including the Times of India, which owns the channel. “The central government saw and approved the plans to arm the defence of these innocent people,” Davy told television channel. Davy also named Pappu Yadav as the Bihar MP who had helped him escape from India. He said he was in direct contact with the MP “who told me he was in further contact with the PM’s office.” It is difficult to say why the channel’s own paper or, for that matter, the entire press has not pursued the story. The press generally ignores the exclusive reports by its rivals. But if the information is important, it is followed up with a new intro and angle. The result is that Kuldip Nayar New Delhi’s guilt to dislodge a government in a federal polity has gone unnoticed and unpunished. gis and precisely three storied white building The media can be blamed for the con- was the target point and at that target point nivance because it has not tried to find out the arms were tried to be dropped from a flywho was the MP responsible. Even now, after ing aircraft and the aircraft has been pinalmost two decades, the MP concerned pointed as per the evidence and materials on should be traced. This may reveal the mech- record.” anizations at New Delhi against a state govOne thing which is not yet understandable ernment which pursued a different ideology is the reluctance of New Delhi to find out the than that of the ruling party at the Centre. truth now that Kim Davy has now recorded New Delhi’s unofficial explanation at that his confession. At what level the government time was that the arms were meant for at the Centre was involved? Was it a bureau-

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T is important to know about interpersonal relationships. What really disturbs interpersonal relationships? The relationship gets disturbed when disagreement begins. Just look at yourself. Have you always agreed with yourself? You had some idea yesterday; today you may have a different idea. Five years back you had other ideas that do not necessarily agree with the ideas that you have today. So when you can have disagreement with yourself, why should it not happen with someone else? The ‘someone’ you have a disagreement with is just a photocopy of your old or the new self. You need to take a look at your own thought and emotional patterns; there is a rhythm in them. And there is a rhythm in the consciousness. You need to find a harmony between all these rhythms within you and that’s what is called spirituality. Spirituality is not just fantasising; it’s observing your own existence. Have you thoroughly known your body? When you see someone, you can see their physical form but have you experienced your own body? Experiencing your own body, your breath, your mind, your emotion and the source of your life is meditation. Meditation is experiencing the life force and being conscious of it; and it is done effortlessly. Mind and body function on completely opposite laws. In the realm of the mind, effortlessness is the key. You cannot remember something through effort. The moment you

Changing mindsets relax, the memory comes back. Creativity, intelligence and memory — all these faculties within us happen effortlessly. However, in the realm of the body, you have to put in effort. You can build muscles only when you put effort. How do you listen? The sounds come and

MATTER & SPIRIT fall on the eardrums but if the mind is elsewhere, can you hear? You are listening through that faculty in you that is called the mind. When you are listening, you are either agreeing or disagreeing. Notice whether you are saying yes or no. This something by which you say yes or no is called the intellect. It is the same consciousness that functions as man (mind), buddhi (intellect), chitta (consciousness) and ahankaara (ego). Our ancient people have called the four different faculties as Antahkaran Chadushtaya. Similarly, if you observe memory, it clings onto something that is negative. You will forget ten compliments from someone, but cling onto an insult. This needs to be reversed; and the process of reversing this tendency of the memory from clinging on to the negative and moving to something positive is called yoga. Yoga makes

cratic conspiracy or was the Congress party’s considered thinking? Whatever the case, it is still not too late to get at the bottom of the truth. The very credibility of the Centre is at stake. New Delhi owes an explanation on another issue and needs to come clean. A well-educated Muslim lady has appealed to me to give her the India that we inherited from the British. That is some 68 years ago. The scenario has changed from a liberal democracy to a religious-driven polity. The government may not be an active participant in effecting the change but Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s blessings are there. His inclusive growth slogan appears to be only a cover for his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), to destroy the pluralistic fabric of the country.

Naturam Godse I wish, I could help bring back the ethos of our national struggle, that is, secularism. But the militant fringe of the BJP, if not the party itself, has come to develop reverence even for Nathuram Godse, who killed Mahatma Gandhi. Some have even proposed the installation of his statue. This kind of thinking is making inroads in our pluralistic ideology because the faith in secularism has weakened. Otherwise, it is difficult to explain vandalism against even a film that exposed the godmen. I concede that Modi had no clue of communalism that has been sought to be injected into the whole incident. But he has not condemned, much less arrested those who indulged in the hooliganism. He dare not take action against the RSS which is now part of politics, instead of being a mere guide. What has shocked me is that the government has not prepared to take action against the extreme elements which may not be saffronizing the atmosphere, but definitely polarizing the society to an extent which was never seen before. Therefore, the only answer to the question raised by the Muslim lady is to unite the disparate forces to re-enunciate the values which motivated us to pursue the core of the national movement. you like a child again. It not only revives your nature, it also keeps your heart and mind young and bright. Yoga improves perception, observation and expression. For maintaining interpersonal relationships, you have to first have a relationship with yourself. Your relationship with yourself is called integrity. If you have no relationship with yourself, that’s called lack of integrity. Secondly, being informal keeps your interpersonal relationship strong, for it gives space for mistakes to happen. You cannot expect perfection in any relationship or situation. In life there is no set formula. When you think that you are very honest, you become a little stiff inside without even knowing it. You point your finger towards others and become intolerant. When you recognise that there are flaws in you, you are then able to accommodate the flaws in other persons. That’s why it is said, ‘‘do a good deed and forget about it’’. It is not only your vices or bad qualities that will harm you. Even your good qualities can make you stiff, rude and angry. Meditation is the only way you can transcend the negative thoughts and then positive thoughts will come spontaneously and automatically. Stress and tension cause negative attitude. If you have a positive state of mind, you become creative and successful in anything you do. — Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on Twitter @SriSri www.artofliving.org

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Suspiciously coloured flames A couple of days after the mid-sea blast of the Pakistani boat, experts are expressing doubts about the aborted terror attack theory: The colour of the flames, as seen from the TV films, was red, indicating that it was due to fire set to petrol/diesel dumps. Inflamed explosives emit white coloured flames. The incident, it appears, has taken place in international waters. The offenders were, perhaps, smugglers of petroleum products/liquor, and excessive force might have been applied by the Coast Guard vessel and the escorting Dornier plane than the amount necessary when dealing with this type of situation. — Arun Malankar, Santacruz

CONGRATULATIONS to the Coast Guard for averting a possible terror attack by intercepting a suspicious fishing boat, which was later found to be carrying explosives, off the coast of Gujarat. The Coast Guard asked the vessel to surrender…but then they blew themselves up to avoid inquiry. It clearly shows that this was a possible terror operation and the

COLOUR SPEAKS: The colour of the flames, as seen from the TV films, was red, indicating that it was due to fire set to petrol/diesel dumps, whereas inflamed explosives emit white coloured flames. Coast Guard certainly needs to be complimented for averting any possible terror attack through these maritime borders. As per intelligence inputs received on December 31, a fishing boat from Keti Bunder near Karachi was planning some illicit transaction in the Arabian Sea. According to the statement, on being warned,

Solution for terrorism

Sachin for inculcating this habit). The objective of playing a match is to win and not just score tons. And Virat goes to town on the Johnson incident. Maybe linked to his girl friend watching, one tends to get a bit more carried away by their presence. Most guys get carried away at some point in life. There is no doubt that the selectors would think twice before crowning him as skipper post the Dhoni era. After all being a captain is also about how one carries himself in front of the world.

— TR Ramaswami, Kandivali

— Chandrakant Kotian, Mumbai

— Bhagwan Thadani, via email

— Dr V Subramanyan, Thane

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Kohli after Dhoni

One faith?

WE all know that Virat Kohli has been an aggressive guy since the start of his career. However the excessive aggro may be attributed to two main factors – he is in supreme form and hits centuries, and one tends to get more pepped up after hitting a century. Another issue with Indian cricketers is that they think hitting a ton is like winning a world cup singlehandedly (thanks to

FOR Asaduddin Owaisi, for whom - according to his 'holy' book – every non-Muslim is a 'kafir' fit to be deceived, tortured and killed at will by his ilk, and all non-Muslims are roundly abused in his Friday namaaz. It is a cruel joke to say that every person born in the world belongs to his faith.

Technology for all ON the really auspicious occasion of the inauguration of the 102nd Indian Science Congress in Mumbai on January 3, our science and technology lover Prime Minister Narendra Modi rightly stressed on taking the advantages of science and technology to the poorest of the nation. Otherwise all the innovations, research, etc, are of no use. Let our scientists reach Mars, but they should also give paramount importance to organic farming all across the nation. The thoughtless use of the chemical fertilisers, urea and the poisonous pesticides have gifted the Indians with the killer diseases like various types of cancer, cardiac problems, asthma, the problems horribly affecting the eyes, skin, kidneys, liver and what not. — Hansraj Bhat, Borivali

Payback time

PAKISTAN is trying very hard to intimidate India by their ceasefire violation in the border and at times killing innocent villagers. This has — Phiroze Javeri, Dahisar been happening for some time in Jammu and Kashmir. It is time Modi issues an ultimatum to Pakistan and instruct his Pakistani counterpart to IS with reference to the report restrain from such attacks in future. 'Commuters go on rampage at Diva' We should pay Pakistan in their own (ADC, January 3) which was due to coin. Our old enemy is not interthe breakdown of the pantograph. ested in peace talks and are now atSuch breakdowns are becoming too tacking our jawans in the border. In irritatingly frequent in the Central the indiscriminate firing, innocent

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the boat increased its speed and attempted to flee the maritime boundary and set the boat on fire, which resulted in an explosion. The people on board could not be saved and the material could not be recovered. This matter must be urgently taken up by the government. Railway and the minister who happens to be from the city needs to roll up his sleeves and set things right. Mumbaikars had a lot of hopes on the new minister but regrettably he does not seem to have made an attempt to attend to the major, chronic problems of the lakhs of commuters. Booking tickets through the mobile phones, bullet train to Ahmedabad, etc, can wait. The daily commute has to be first made non-problematic.

MANY wonder what the connection is between female foeticide, monogamy, jihad, terrorism. Plenty. Monogamy is viewed as something moral, but its origins lie in statecraft. Ages ago, rulers realised that one of the best ways to maintain harmony was to impose responsibility on men. And that responsibility came through marriage and children. And to ensure that everyone was responsible and that all men had equal women to marry, monogamy became law. But in cultures where polygamy is allowed, some men usurp more of the other gender leaving many men without a partner. And as sociologists would confirm, a class of men without responsibility is the most dangerous force to any ruling regime. Now would that be the reason that terrorism has found roots in such places and is disguised as a religious war? Another potential danger to security which could also take the form of terrorism – female foeticide – which has been examined in several well known studies. So does the solution for terrorism lie in bedrooms?

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villagers are also getting killed. Modi should intervene and issue clear cut instructions to go on an offensive if the army plays spoilsport in disturbing peace in the subcontinent. Repeated attacks on the eve of New Year and after compel the villagers to flee their homes in the Samba sector. It is a now or never situation for our defence forces to act.

are endangering their lives and using the station which has outlived its life. It is apparent that due to improper and lack of timely maintenance, such a situation is encountered. It is high time that the police top brass takes an immediate decision of shifting this station to a safer place ASAP for the safety of the staff.

— CK Subramaniam, Sanpada

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Contradictory commitments

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AS per a report in a section of the print media, the talks for government formation in Jammu and Kashmir between the PDP and the BJP are on course. The latter has reportedly agreed to most of the demands of the former as mentioned by the PDP in its pre-conditions. One them is said to be to follow the process of dialogue-only with Pakistan to solve the vexed 68-year-old issue. If that is true, then it goes against the Union Defence Minister’s recent message to the BSF to retaliate heavily against the border firing in the state by the Pakistan rangers.

INSTEAD of joining hands with the government on national security issues, the coward Congress spokesman Ajoy Kumar is asking silly questions to the BJP government. I ask Ajoy Kumar, what did the Congress do when Mumbai was attacked? If somebody enters your home without permission will you welcome them with thali of aarti? Important Congress leaders should think twice before they open their rotten mouths. It is shame that

— Vineet Phadtare, Borivali

Join forces WITH the all round electoral successes achieved by the BJP across the country, all secular parties have realised the dire need to come together to thwart the onward march of the communal forces. The impending Delhi Assembly elections can provide them with the much needed platform for the purpose. Two of the three main contenders for power – the AAP and Congress – have reportedly started announcing the list of their respective party candidates. This way, they will only succeed in dividing the secular votes, thereby enabling the BJP to come to power with a majority of its own. It is time the Congress and the AAP enter into some sort of electoral adjustment to share power in the state. Other secular parties, with not much stake in the capital, like SP, RJD, BSP, JD(U), JD(S), can then extend their support to the candidates jointly fielded by the Congress and AAP.

Ajoy Kumar these cowards are showing sympathy towards the perpetrators. — Yogesh R Bhavsar, Dahisar (E)

Unity in diversity

WHILE travelling on my way from Santa Cruz to town via the Western Express Highway on December 26 evening, I noticed a beautiful sight. Adjacent to the Kalanagar Flyover are single storey tenements. All the houses adorned stars of OF the same kind. I was told LETTER THE DAY that they do this during Diwali and Christmas. If all the — Jorhat Singh, Kandivali housing societies in Mumbai would follow suit putting up a star during the festivals, not necessarily the same kind, it would truly show the APROPOS 'Pitiable plight of police cosmopolitan side of Mumbai at station' (ADC, January 2), the ADC |the same time it would look so pic says it all. The degree of dilapi- beautiful. — Richard Dias, Santacruz dation of the police station is indeed pathetic and it is dangerous to operate from there. The ceiling reinforcement is totally corroded, thereby rendered abysmally weak to IT was indeed sad to note that the hold the concrete slab which may New Year revellers lost their lives collapse at the slightest vibration. I during and after the gala function. wonder how the police personnel We heard about deaths from all over the world. In Shanghai 36 people died in a stampede while trying to make easy buck. In Kollam, Kerala six people died in a road mishap. Thus a time for celebration turned to sorrow. It happened in other parts also. The major mishaps were because of greed and drunk driving. The revellers were flying high on the eve of New Year and paid heavy price for the same. In Shanghai the merry makers were in a rush to pick coupons that looked like US 100 dollar-bills and caught in a stampede. High level of population in India and China make the people go for cheap enjoyment. It is time to apply patience before throwing caution to the wind. Deonar police station — Jayanthy S Maniam, Sion

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NCP activists protest against TMC mayor

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‘Jal-Doot’: Fixing dripping water taps, just a phone call away

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hane Mayor's cabin was spotted with beer bottles as a mark of protest by NCP youth activists against his decision to adjourn a general body meeting ahead of time. NCP's Jitendra Awhad led the protest against mayor Sanjay More whom he alleged had adjourned the general body meeting and was busy holding meetings with bar owners in the city instead. Awhad alleged, “The mayor has purposely adjourned the meeting in which many issues had to be discussed.” The Mayor defended himself saying, “Soon after the allegations came about, I have made it clear that the meeting was not adjourned by me. It adjourned by Rajendra Sapte, deputy mayor of the TMC. And as far as the meeting with bar owners is concerned, we were asking them to go through the fire brigade and

NCP workers holding beer cans during a protest at the Mayor's office after the adjournment of general body over mayor and commissioner's meeting with bar owners in Thane on Monday. corporation norms before seeking licences to stay open on the eve of New Year. Still the NCP came and protested the issue in a very low action. My security officers say that the NCP activists entered the

office by force by pushing the security guards, including the female security guards, when they themselves were durnk.” More then approached the Naupada police station to register a complaint against the

perpetrators for the illegal protests and for entering his office by force. “The NCP activists could have protested in a legal way. We are going to take strict action against them,” said More.

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Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on 20/01/2015 at 3.30 p.m. Shri. Shirish Jayantilal Chanchani & Others, M/s Bhadra Builders, and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: G. V. Scheme Road No. 4, Mulund (E) Mumbai 81. Survey C.T.S. No. Hissa No. Plot No. Area Sq. Mtr. No. 152 507/13/2 12 & 14 22 506.5 Place: Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201, C.B.D. Belapur Navi Mumbai Date: 3/01/2015

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e-TENDER NOTICE Department Chief Engineer (Sewerage Operations) Sub Department Deputy Chief Engineer (Sewerage Operations) Planning & Construction Bid No. 7100032873 Subject Civil and Structural Repairs to various MCGM structures under Ch.E.(S.O.), comprising of Staff Quarters & Pumping Stations in Mumbai. e-Tender Sale From 06-01-2015 at 11a.m. Till 19-01-2015 at 1 p.m. Website http://portal.mcgm.gov.in Contact persons a) Name of Shri. C.T. Kamble, Ex. Engr. Officers (Civil) SO(P&C) Shri R.H.M.Y. Ansari A.E.(Civil)SO(P&C) b) Tele. No. (O) 24946713/24960756 c) Mobile No. 9833539017/9820389042 d) E-mail Id eecsopnc@yahoo.in Sd/Ex.Eng.(Civil)S.O.(P&C) PRO/1058/ADV/2015 Don’t throw garbage on the public street. Put it in the bins provided

Kurla (West) Dist Mumbai. Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on 13/01/2015 at 3.30 p.m. M/s Rajesh Construction Co., Mr. Madhusudan Nathoo Kurlawala, and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: L.B.S. Marg, Near Sheetal Cinema Bus Stop, Kurla (W), Mumbai 59. C.T.S. No. 303 A/14 to 24, 29 & 30 part, Area Sq. Mtr.- 1890.99 From the From the Property C.T.S. No. 303 Place: Kokan Bhavan, (S.M. Patil) Room No. 201, Competent Authority & C.B.D. Belapur District Dy. Registrar, Navi Mumbai Co-op. Societies (2) Date: 2/01/2015 East Suburban Navi Mumbai

By Suresh Golani

ittle gestures go a long way. This concept drew an army of dedicated professionals including media-persons from across the country to team-up and form 'JalDhara' – an NGO dedicated towards water conservation. On Sunday, the NGO launched 'Jal-Doot' – an unique and innovative project to conserve every precious little drop of water by fixing problem of dripping taps across the households in Mira Bhayandar. Under the ambitious 'Jal-Doot' project, residents of the twin-city will now be able to fix their leaking taps by dialing Helpline numbers – 022-29451180/90 and that too free of cost. The helpline numbers and the NGO’s website, www.jaldharaindia.com were formally inaugurated on Sunday, by Women and Child Welfare Minister, Vidya Thakur in the presence of award winning author, cartoonist and passionate water conservator, Aabid Surti and Padmashri Brahmadeo Ram Pandit. Residents worried about

leaking taps can now call helpline numbers and help will reach their doorsteps free-of-cost. “Once we receive a call, professional plumbers will not only go to the place and fix the problem free of cost but will also impart training to one of the family members so that he or she is in a position to fix the problem if it reemerges again,” said Bharat Mishra. It should be noted that as against the requirement of 170 mld, the twin-city which sprawls across 79.4 sq km with a populace of more than 10 lakh has a total supply of 136 mld out of which 86 mld comes from Shahad Temghar (STEM) water supply authority and the remaining 50 mld from the MIDC. The total distribution losses and thefts are to the order of 10 per cent. Although the MBMC plans to work on the secondary network to plug leakages, there is no concentrated effort to plug leakages in households, where large quantities of clean water are wasted. It’s the same water for which crores are spent for purification.

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DEEMED CONVEYANCE PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on 20/01/2015 at 3.30 p.m. M/s Vora Developers, and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Plot No. 2 & 3, CTS No. 2250 & 2251, Opp Shreyas Cinema,Ghatkopar (W) Mumbai 86. Survey C.T.S. No. Hissa No. Plot No. Area Sq. Mtr. No. 31 2250 & 2251 2 (Part) 2&3 1170.40 Place: Kokan Bhavan, (S.M. Patil) Room No. 201, Competent Authority & C.B.D. Belapur District Dy. Registrar, Navi Mumbai Co-op. Societies (2) Date: 3/01/2015 East Suburban Navi Mumbai

Health&Fitness pg 16-17 Find out whether you need to be more active

pg 20 We answer your health and beauty questions

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FANTASTIC

>> Read our article to find out all about healthy figs

FIGS Fresh figs are a winter fruit that we’re obsessed with at the moment, but the sweet taste of the pulpy, smooth fruit is not the only reason we’re reaching out for another one. They are filled with antioxidants, nutrients and enzymes, making them the perfect winter health food. Dev Goswami & Sara Shah tell you more about their health benefits

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Dried figs are available throughout the year, but there are several reasons why you should pick up a box of fresh figs as soon as winter rolls around. Take a look at the several health benefits that the fruit offers: n lower your blood pressure: Figs are rich in potassium, which is a mineral that helps maintain stable blood pressure. A lack of potassium, coupled with an excess intake of sodium (a common ingredient in processed food) can cause hypertension. Eating a few fresh figs (or a handful of dried figs) every 2-3 days is a great way to add potassium to your diet. n Fight your cravings: The next time you’re craving something sweet, we recommend you pop a fig into your mouth. Apart from their delicious taste, figs are rich in fibre, which will fill you up and stop you from overeating. n lower your insulin: If you are diabetic, you can use the insulin-lowering properties of fig leaves to reduce the amount of insulin injections that you require. Studies have shown that a liquid extract, prepared using fig leaves, can reduce your need for insulin. n help your heart: While the heart benefits of figs are still being researched, a few studies conducted on the relation between the fruit and your heart’s health show that figs can lower triglycerides, a type of fat that clogs your arteries. Moreover, fig leaves can also fight the growth of certain types of cancer cells.

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n reduce your risk of breast cancer: A study conducted with an average of 51,000 women showed that consuming fruit fibre lowers your risk of suffering from breast cancer by 34%. Researchers aren’t sure which property out of those that are present in figs is responsible for lowering the risk of breast cancer, but according to the study, consuming fibre-rich fruits such as apples, dates and figs on a regular basis can help prevent breast cancer in the long run. Continued on pg 14 «

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n Figs are one of the few fruits that are mentioned several times in the Bible. They are also mentioned in a Babylonian hymn book that dates back to 2000 BC. Several people believe that it was actually a fig, and not an apple, that was consumed by Adam and Eve. n Olympic athletes have used figs as training food in the past. The fruit was also presented as laurels to winners. n Fig trees do not flower. The blossoms are located inside the fruit and are pollinated by evolved fig wasps, which are exclusive to fig trees. These wasps die and decompose inside the fruit itself. n In many cultures, figs are considered to be a symbol of fertility and abundance. n One dried fig contains as much calcium as a single egg. n Although figs are rich in fibre and are often used as a laxative, it’s the enzymes that are present inside it that are responsible for its digestive health benefits.

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MUMBAI | TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2015 >> Figs can benefit your skin as well as your health

However, if you want to avoid using sugar or store-bought, preservative-laden options such as barbecue sauce, use figs instead. While the flavour won’t be as overwhelming, adding a couple of fig halves to your pot roast chicken will give it a subtle hint of sweetness while keeping it healthy. Fig sauce is also a good way to balance out a pungent or spicy dish.

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yourself, you can drink fig juice. This will promote healthy hair growth and increase collagen production, which will give your scalp and roots a healthy boost.

Beauty Benefits Rich in antioxidants, figs are very good your skin. Here’s how they can benefit you: n Moisturise: Figs have great moisturising properties that make them the perfect addition to your skincare routine. They hydrate your skin, and also help lock in moisture for longer, giving you healthy, glowing skin. So, include a natural fig extract face scrub as part of your skincare routine. n exfoliate: The outer skin of this fruit is a good exfoliant and helps get rid of dead skin cells. Apart from its rough texture, the skin also contains active enzymes, which help clear up your skin. So, peel the skin off a ripe fig and scrub your face using the flesh inside. Doing this regularly will also help prevent acne. n face mask: With its active enzymes and moisturising properties figs can be used as a face mask to clear blemishes and acne while giving your skin a healthy glow. Simply cut a fig in half, scoop out the flesh and mash it with a fork until it resembles a smooth paste. Apply this paste on to your face, let it sit for five minutes and then rinse it off with water. n for your hair: Natural fig extract is a wonderful moisturiser for your hair as well, and has the added benefit of not weighing it down. If you still want the benefits of fig, but don’t want to go through the trouble of making the extract

Figs offer great moisture retention, making them an excellent replacement for fat in baked foods. You can make a fig paste and use it instead of oil or butter. All you have to do is pop eight to ten ripe figs in a blender with ¾th cup water and blend it together until it forms a fine, smooth paste. Remember to reduce the quantity by half of what you would use, if you were to use butter or oil.

interesting uses of figs Apart from eating them as a snack and using them in your dessert recipes, here are a few other ways that you can use this fruit.

Mouth wash Eating a few figs after a meal can help combat bad breath. You can also soak their leaves in a cup of water and use it as a mouthwash — but, this doesn’t mean that you can skip using toothpaste! Apart from its bad breath alleviating properties, its vitamin B content also helps keep your mouth healthy and disease-free. What’s more, it’s calcium-rich and will keep your teeth strong and healthy.

Make your breakfast healthier As we mentioned earlier, figs help diabetics cut down on their insulin requirements. However, you don’t need to eat the fruit to reap this benefit — what you actually need are its leaves. Grind fig leaves with water to form a paste and then spread a spoonful over toast every morning for a healthy, anti-insulin boost.

add a sweet touch to your meal Some recipes need something sweet to help them stand out.

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Buying & storing figs Remember that figs spoil easily and have a short shelf life, so you need to store them carefully. You should buy figs only a day or two before you plan to use them because they will spoil if they’re stored for too long. While buying figs, look for those that have a rich, deep colour and are slightly tender to the touch — but remember that they shouldn’t feel mushy. You can also smell them to ensure that they are fresh — a subtle, sweet fragrance indicates that they are ripe, while a sour smell means that they are spoilt or on the verge of getting spoilt. Figs can be stored in your refrigerator for a day or two, but make sure that you keep them in covered containers to prevent them from drying out. On the other hand, dried figs can be stored for months on end. However, ensure that the container that you use is air-tight, because excess exposure to moisture can make them hard and dry.

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ARE WE EATING THE REQUIRED AMOUNT OF PROTEIN EVERY DAY? According to the Indian Council of Medical Research, the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) for Indian adults is 1 grams per kilogram body weight every day. This means that an adult weighing 60 Kilograms requires 60 grams of protein every day. To get this much protein one will have to eat either 10 eggs or 250 grams chicken or 400 grams fish (Rohu) or 300 grams of almonds or will have to drink 2 kilograms of cow milk. This might be a lot to eat every day and therefore you may be having a gap of this important nutrient in your daily diet. A child requires more protein (1.2 gm/ kg body weight/day) when compared to an adult since he/ she requires it for growth and development. Pregnant women require a further increase (1.5 gm/kg body weight) in protein since they require it for the growth and development of the growing fetus and the supporting tissues. Protein is the basic building block for muscles, bones & other body components and is essential for bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth & maintenance. Our body goes through wear and tear every day and uses protein to build & repair tissues including hair, skin & nails. All food contains nutrients, however, all nutrients are not present in one type of food. Therefore one should eat variety of fruits, vegetables and other food types to help meet the recommended dietary intake

of essential nutrients like protein. Good nutrition, based on healthy eating, is an essential component that helps you to stay healthy and be active. A healthy lifestyle that includes doing regular exercises, supported by adequate sleep and an appropriate intake of a balanced diet rich in nutrition is of prime importance. Nutrilite Protein Powder along with a balanced diet can support daily protein requirement of an individual. Nutrilite protein Powder has protein sourced from soyabean & milk and provides all the 9 essential amino acids. It is neutral in taste and mixes well with different foods and beverages without altering their taste.

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trick yourself into feeling full If your conscious efforts to eat less are failing, it’s time to start tricking your brain into feeling full and eating less. Dev Goswami brings you a few effective hacks

Write it down No, we don’t mean maintaining a food journal, although the idea is similar. Instead of writing down what you ate, write down what you are about to eat, every time you feel hungry. This allows you to compare what you’re thinking of eating with what you’ve already eaten the day before or a few hours ago, helping you gauge how healthy or unhealthy your diet is. You’re essentially letting your brain think and giving it time to say no before you bite into that steaming hot vada pav — taking the mindless out of mindless munching.

Have a party! Okay, not an actual party. What we’re suggesting is that the next time you have a craving for pizza, you call your friends over and order as a group, instead ordering one medium-sized pizza, which you shouldn’t finish by yourself, but you know that you will if you order alone. Ordering as a group will mean that you will only get one or two slices — they will satisfy your cravings, without you overeating. However, remember that you can’t cheat! If you end up ordering one pizza per person, this trick won’t work.

Drink flavoured water Drinking water when you are hungry is one of the oldest tricks in the book. This tip is a spin-off and includes drinking flavoured water to combat your sweet cravings. Flavoured water is quite delicious and drinking a glass or two when you feel hungry will not only fill you up, but will also satisfy your tastebuds to an extent — taking care of your cravings. Of course, you must remember that flavoured water comes with its own set of calories and sugar content that you need to account for in your diet. But as far as the point of this article goes, this will do the trick.

Colour matters According to a study, if you eat white food on white plates, you’re 18% more likely to overeat! Use the effect of colours on your brain to your advantage by reducing (to eat more) or increasing (to eat less) the contrast between the colours of your food and your plate. For example if you want to eat less of a white pasta-based dish, eat it on a black plate. Similarly, if you want to eat more greens, serve them on a green plate.

2 Make it hard to eat Food such as unshelled pistachios, plastic wrapped candies and crab can help you eat less. How? Well, first of all, a bowl of a unshelled pistachios or crab looks like it contains more food than it actually does. Also, the effort that you have to make in order to shell the pistachios will slow down your eating process, giving your brain enough time to realise that you’re full and don’t need to eat more.

Think about eating junk food Remember how guilty you feel after you wolf down a giant burger? While it’s impossible to feel guilty on demand, you can still try this trick to avoid your junk food cravings — instead of immediately eating the food that you’re craving, first think about eating it for a few minutes. It won’t always work, but we can tell you from personal experience that the craving will disappear on occasion.

Avoid eating in your car If you’re the type of person who prefers eating breakfast in your car when you’re rushing to work (even if it’s a healthy breakfast) or munching on peanuts while you’re stuck in a traffic jam, you need to stop. Why? Well, eating in the car forms a psychological habit, and so, every time you set in a car, you’ll feel hungry — no matter the time of the day. And, if you travel by your car a lot, this can lead to a lot of unnecessary snacking.

Portion control We’re sure that you know about the relationship between portion control and overeating. But, portioning your food well isn’t as easy as it appears to be — especially when you have a large box of nuts in front of you. Buy small packets of the snacks that you eat. For example, buy 50g packets of nuts instead of 500g and eat one packet a day. If this is too expensive for you, buy a large pack, but divide it into several small packages or containers.

Make it inconvenient The harder it is for you to find food, the easier it will be for you to avoid eating it. For example, if you’re prone to mindlessly snacking on wafers, place them in a relatively inaccessible part of your kitchen — deep inside a cupboard, behind bottles and jars, so that it’s inconvenient to quickly reach out for them when you feel peckish.

No serving bowls When you’re eating dinner, avoid placing serving bowls at the table. A serving bowl placed right in front of you will tempt you to reach out for seconds. A even better way to use this tip is to portion your dinner according to how much you should be eating and then packing up the leftovers. This will ensure that you eat only the amount that you’ve put on your plate and will stop you from overeating.

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Are you prepAred for pArenthood? Having children doesn’t always make you a good parent. Rhea Dhanbhoora suggests you take this quiz to see whether your parenting skills are a little less than desirable

1. You have a very short attention span and get distracted very easily. a. True. b. False.

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2. You’re constantly putting things off until later and often forget to do them completely. a. True. b. False. 3. You hate sticking to a daily routine and love not knowing what your

evening has in store for you. a. True. b. False. 4. Nothing and no one in the world could tear you away from your Sunday sleep-in. a. True. b. False. 5. You’re always between jobs because you don’t know what you want, and you’re financially unstable at present.

a. True. b. False. 6. You’re not good at — and don’t want to — share your belongings. a. True. b. False. 7. You would describe yourself as an impatient, slightly self centered person. a. True. b. False.

Mostly As You may want to think long and hard about the type of parent you want to be, because right now, you’re not going to be a very good one. Sacrificing your sleep, your finances and, sometimes, even your peace of mind is important if you want to give your children the attention that they deserve. If you’re easily distracted and irresponsible, you won’t be able to take care of another human being. So work towards changing your habits to become a better parent — it’s really worth it in the long run. Mostly Bs Congratulations! You’re ready to have a baby and what’s more, you’re going to be a great parent too! You are patient, responsible and understand the commitment it takes to raise a child. Your financial stability is a big boon because when you have a child, you need to make sure that you can provide well for them. Kudos to you!

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As you Age...

>> Following a sedentary lifestyle can negatively impact your health

It’s important not to lose sight of your fitness goals. Getting enough exercise, even after you have crossed your prime, is crucial for your health. Shirley Mistry suggests you take this quiz to find out if you need to be more active

e understand why you’d like to take things slow after you’ve crossed a certain age. After all, you deserve to be able to relax and laze around after all the hard work that you’ve put in for the most part of your life. But, while you stop to smell every rose that your new-found life has to offer, we suggest that you reconsider your fitness goals. It’s definitely not a good idea to spend two hours at the gym, seven days a week, lifting weights that feel as though they weigh as much as you do. But, you still need to get a dose of exercise regularly. Leading a sedentary lifestyle, especially in the later years of your life can almost double your risk of obesity, heart disease falls, mental inactivity and even early death, as compared to elderly individuals who lead an active life. So, take this quiz to find out if you are active enough. 1. You go for a brisk walk every day or every alternate day. a. I only go for a walk when I have nothing better to do. b. Yes, I do so almost every day. 2. Your children and grandchildren take such good care of you, that you don’t have to lift a finger to do anything. a. They spoil me silly! b. I like to do my chores myself.

3. You contribute with simple household chores such as picking up your children from the bus stop, or going to the grocery store. a. I only help out when my children need me to. b. I love to be part of my childrens’ lives. 4. You live alone and so, all you have to do is eat your meals, because your house help takes care of everything else. a. Yes, that and taking my medication on time. b. No, I do have several other hobbies and a group of friends that I meet and do fun stuff with regularly. 5. You pursue hobbies such as swimming, golfing and gardening. a. I prefer to knit or read a book instead. b. Yes, I like to stay active. 6. You are aware that leading a sedentary lifestyle can cause several health complications in the long run. a. Ah, it’s all one, big marketing gimmick. b. I am aware that I need to stay active to stay healthy. 7. Do you believe that staying active will help you stay mentally fit and help you steer clear of loneliness and depression?

a. No, I don’t. b. Yes, I do. 8. Do you think that cycling, or taking a swim are activities that require extreme levels of fitness. a. They sound strenuous. b. I should be able to do these activities for short periods of time.

Mostly As Unfortunately, you aren’t getting enough exercise. Not only are you very inactive, you don’t even comprehend the negative effect that lack of exercise can have on your health. Apart from obesity and heart disease, it can also cause depression, mental degeneration, strokes, cancer and even dementia. While we don’t mean to worry you, being physically active everyday — in a capacity that you are comfortable with — will certainly help you stay healthy inside out. Take a look at our box on moderate-intensity activities that you can perform to stay active and healthy. Mostly Bs You understand the importance of staying physically active and consciously pursue hobbies and activities that keep you agile. You don’t refrain from doing light chores and tasks around the house in a bid to keep yourself active and moving. Keep up the good work! But, if you are looking to switch up your routine or get even healthier, take a look at our box for a list of activities that you can indulge in.

GET FITTER If you need to incorporate physical activity into your routine, here are six simple ways to do it. But, remember to start slow and draw up an exercise schedule if you need help with sticking to your fitness goals.

Aerobics

Mild aerobic exercises, or water aerobics, don’t make for a very intensive workout, but they help you stay active. Aim to do around 100 minutes of aerobics every week and if you are doing them at home, stick to the beginners exercises and move on to a higher level only under a trainer’s supervision and after you have consulted with your doctor.

Chores

Household chores such as walking to the grocery store to fetch odds and ends or heading to the bus stop to pick up your grand children all count as physical activity, so don’t think twice before taking up these tasks. Also, pottering around the house will not only keep

you occupied, they will ensure that your joints don’t get rusty.

Hobby wise

While there is no harm in pursuing reading or knitting as a hobby, they are sedentary hobbies and don’t involve any movement. So, sneak some exercise while enjoying yourself by trying out activities such as cycling, swimming and golfing. Not only will it act as a welcome change to your routine, it will also give you a healthy dose of exercise.

Pro community

If you don’t enjoy doing things by yourself, join a class or round up a group of friends who have the same interests as you. This will make staying active enjoyable, and an added benefit is that you’ll get to meet new people, socialise and stay mentally active as well.

Dance away

If you think that fitness practices such as

aerobics and swimming aren’t for you, take up dance instead! It helps burn calories and also improves your flexibility, balance and focus.

Turn to yoga

On days when you aren’t feeling up to going through with your regular exercise routine or simply want to switch things up, practise yoga for a while. Apart from giving your body much-needed exercise, it will improve your coordination, flexibility and help you think clearly and focus better.

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>> Running is a great way to stay fit, but read our points before you attempt this aerobic exercise

Perfecting an aBdominal crunch

Dev Goswami brings you a guide that explains how to perform an ab crunch correctly. Take a look

ompared to most other exercises, ab crunches are relatively easy to perform. But, there a few things that you need to remember before attempting them. First of all, remember that if your goal is washboard abs or a flat tummy, solely performing this exercise isn’t enough. You need to supplement it with the correct diet. Also, if you do not have the correct form, or put pressure on the wrong part of your body, you can actually end up with an injured back or neck. So, keep the following points in mind the next time you’re performing a crunch. n Lie flat on your back, with your feet together and your knees bent. n You can place your hands on your chest or behind your head for support. But, if you are a beginner, avoid placing your hands behind your head, because doing this increases the possibility of you pushing your head forward, which can injure your neck.

RUN RIGHT We all are aware of the benefits of running, but take into consideration your fitness levels before you incorporate it into your daily routine. Yamini Walia shares a few tips that will help you run without injuring yourself

n Pull in your stomach and push your lower back against the floor as you pull your chest up. Remember that your abdominal muscles should feel stressed. If you feel your neck or back getting tense, you’re doing this exercise wrong. n Exhale when you’re pulling your upper body towards your knees. Remember to keep your neck straight throughout the course of this movement and ensure that you don’t bend your head forward or backward. n A common mistake that people make is going back to the starting position the moment that their head is near their knees. For this exercise to be effective, you need to hold your pose for a few seconds when your chest is in the air. Feel the stress on your abdomen before going back down. n Make sure that you’re inhaling while you slowly go back down — the emphasis here should be on moving slowly. Remember not to push your body back with a jerk; it should a gradual motion. n Another common mistake that people make is relaxing completely in between repetitions. While performing repetitions, don’t let your shoulders touch the floor until you’ve finished the set. Go back down only until your shoulders are a centimetre above the floor and then pull your chest up again. n 15-20 reps make for an ideal set, but if at any point you feel your back or neck hurting, stop immediately. n For a variation, you can also bring your knees towards your head while pulling your chest up. Another way to increase the intensity is to perform this exercise on a Swiss ball. You can also twist your body towards one side (and to the other side during the next repetitions) once you’re at the top of the pulling up motion.

unning is one of the best forms of exercise and it can burn more calories as compared to other conventional exercises. From trainers to celebrities such as Gordon Ramsay and Nigella Lawson who are famous for choosing to run to stay in shape, running has always a been a popular way you stay fit. It not only helps you maintain your weight, but also ensures a happy state of mind and reduces your risk of cardiovascular problems. But, before you start running, read the following points to ensure that you stay safe.

Meet your GP If you’ve led a sedentary lifestyle for most part of your life, or haven’t been able to exercise for a while because of an injury, then consult a general physician before you >> Running in a group will ensure motivation and make it a fun activity

start running. A doctor will be able to tell you whether your body is ready to take on this strenuous activity.

run slowly Begin your run with a 5-minute warm-up that includes brisk-walking, knee-lifts, climbing stairs or side-stepping. Also, if you’re a beginner, we recommend that you practise brisk walking for 30 minutes and intersperse it with 2-minute sprints. The idea is to run slowly and increase your stamina, pace and distance gradually, over a period of time.

run in GrouPs Though running while listening to music can be a fun activity, running along with a group of friends can be more beneficial for

you, especially if you’re a beginner. If you are too embarrassed to run with a group of experienced runners (read: those with more stamina than you), try and run with someone who shares a similar fitness level as you. This will keep you motivated, without the worry of holding another person back.

CorreCt Posture While performing any form of exercise, your posture plays a crucial role. Running with an improper posture will yield in no results. Run with your arms and shoulders relaxed and elbows bent. Maintain an upright posture and ensure a smooth running stride, striking the ground with the middle of your foot.

Make it interestinG Running on the same route every day can become mundane. Make your run interesting by varying the distance and your route. Once you’ve been running for a few weeks, make a note of the most interesting routes and plan your future running course accordingly, to ensure that you stay motivated.

relax After your first run, your heart rate is going to be higher than usual. Don’t panic, and give yourself some time to cool down after every run. Performing a few stretches to help relax your leg muscles, hamstrings, thighs, calfs, lower backs and buttocks is recommended. For the most effective results, hold each stretch for at least 15 seconds before moving on to the next one.

SELF HARM

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MUMBAI | TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2015 >> Emotional instability can cause a person to harm themselves

Who’s more likely? The following groups of people have a higher chance of engaging in self harm: n Adolescent women. n Those with a history of substance abuse or eating disorders. n People who find it hard to express their emotions. n People who grew up in an environment where it was frowned upon to talk about their feelings. n People who have previously suffered from emotional, physical or sexual abuse. n Those who have had tumultuous relationships in the past.

Self harm or self injury is when a person intentionally harms themselves as a way to vent or deal with situations, without the aim of suicide. Shirley Mistry tells you more

elf harm or self injury, often characterised by practices such as cutting, is the urge to harm and hurt yourself. It involves causing surface injuries to yourself, without the intent of inflicting fatal harm, as a way of dealing with unpleasant situations. It is a severe and unhealthy way to deal with one’s emotions, handle tricky situations or process uncomfortable information.

What does it include? People who self harm indulge in cutting themselves, burning themselves, banging their heads against objects, picking at their skin or existing wounds, hitting themselves and in extreme cases, even going to the extent of breaking one’s bones. Most people who indulge in self harm do so when they are alone and go to great lengths to hide their habit.

What causes it? People who habitually harm themselves use it as a mechanism to deal with upsetting and distressing situations. Some others also use it as a form of rebellion and this is often seen amongst teenagers and young adults who feel the need to go against systemic, established rules. Other reasons for indulging in self harm include anxiety, peer pressure, sexual or physical abuse, emotional instability and a constant need for attention.

self loathing & self harm Several people inflict pain upon themselves because they harbour a poor opinion of themselves and/ or of their body. This is why, those suffering from self harm often suffer from eating disorders as well. Also, people who are extremely regimental are sometimes found using self harm as a way to punish themselves for not living up to the high standards that they have set for themselves.

Watch out for the signs If you suspect that someone you know is indulging in self harm, watch out for the following signs: n Wearing long sleeved clothing, even when it is hot.

expert speak

We spoke to psychologist Dr. Kinjal Pandya about what you can do to help someone who you suspect suffers from this tendency. She told us that if you do know of someone who habitually harms themselves, it is of great importance to be 100% involved in getting them on to the path of recovery. “Try and get the patient involved in physical activities, especially those that involve eye-hand-leg coordination, because this helps them stay distracted. You can also note down the events and situations that act as a trigger for the patient, so that you, as well as the patient, are prepared to tackle the situation as and when it arises,” she further adds. Dr. Kinjal also suggests that you must try and help the patient love themselves. She says, “When someone is in love with who they are, it will boost their self-esteem and they won’t want to hurt themselves anymore.” In case you feel that someone you know is about to indulge in self harm, Dr. Kinjal has a tip: “ Take them to a place that is filled with people because the urge to self harm is much lower when several people are surrounding you.”

n Low self esteem. n Difficulty in expressing their feelings. n Carrying sharp objects such as a razor, knife or blade for no apparent reason. n Poor performance at school or work.

treatment Therapy is the primary form of treatment for those who self harm. Group, as well as individual counselling sessions help a patient realise that they aren’t the only ones suffering from situations and emotions that are difficult to process or deal with, and it also helps patients to develop a more positive outlook during times of distress. In cases where self harm is a reaction to, or a result of sexual or physical abuse, posttraumatic stress therapy is used. This is usually supplemented by mild anti-depressants or anti-anxiety medication to help patients adapt to healthier ways of dealing with stressful and upsetting situations.

you can help If you know someone who suffers from the tendency of indulging in self harm, it is extremely important to assure them that they can share their worries and anxieties with you. Knowing that they aren’t alone will prevent them from resorting to self harm every time that they are faced with a distressing situation. Keeping communication channels open is one of the best ways to lend your support to someone who engages in self harm.

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We all understand the concept of self-esteem and while being insecure about your abilities is generally believed to be a bad thing, do you know why this happens? If not, this article will help you find out, says Dev Goswami

elf-esteem, which refers to a person’s sense of self, is one of the most interesting aspects of human psychology. But, we’re not getting into any of the drab psychological details. Instead, we will tell you how negative self-esteem can affect your health.

the health connection

Self-esteem is a tough nut to crack because it is difficult to find a direct link between your self-esteem and health. Most studies focus on the impact of self-esteem on health-related habits. Here are some of its behavioural impacts. n It increases your risk of falling prey to addiction, not just that of tobacco, alcohol or drugs, but also of things such as work. n It has a direct link with depression. Ironically, one of the many symptoms of depression is low self-esteem. n Low self-esteem can put you at risk of suffering from eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia.

>> How you see yourself can have an indirect effect on your health

n Low self-esteem can also make you withdraw from social situations, leaving you isolated and making it difficult for you to start new things — such as a job or a new hobby. This, in turn, increases your stress levels, which has it’s own consequences.

What should you do?

The personal nature of self-esteem means that it is not a problem that can be fixed with a generic set of tips. The root cause of low self-esteem (which can range from childhood abuse, to bad relationships or a lack of success in your professional life) needs to be addressed. One of the best ways to turn such a scenario around, is to identify negative emotions and challenge those beliefs. We also need to emphasise on the fact that if you see anyone with low selfesteem, don’t hesitate to help them — if you don’t know how to, ask for an expert’s opinion. Also, remember that in most cases, they might not even be aware of the problem.

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dear Barbara, Over the past few days, I’ve noticed that my toe nails have gotten slightly discoloured. They’ve also become thicker than usual. I am clueless about why this is happening, because I can move and operate my feet without any discomfort. Is it something serious? Should I be worried? — nidhi sharma, andheri dear nidhi, What you’ve described sounds like athlete’s foot, which is a fungal infection that affects your nails. To deal with the problem, you can opt for an overthe-counter anti-fungal cream. Also, remember to dust your shoes and socks with an anti-fungal powder until the infection subsides. Athlete’s foot usually spreads through shared footwear or shared showers, such as through shower cubicles at the gym. So, avoid sharing your footwear with anyone and when you’re taking a shower in a common area or in bathrooms that are used by others, make sure that you wear shower slippers to avoid contracting an infection again. dear Barbara, I am quite embarrassed about this, but it’s become a serious problem now — I have very bad breath. I have impeccable oral hygiene; I brush twice a day, use floss to dislodge food particles and use a tongue scrapper to get rid of bacteria. However, the bad breath still persists. I am really worried that it’s never going to go away! Is there anything that I can do? My only option seems to be to constantly chew on gum or spray some mouth freshener before talking to people. — aashish sisodiya, matunga dear aashish, It’s a common misconception that maintaining good oral hygiene is all you need to combat bad breath. Sure, in most cases, bad breath is a result of poor oral health. However, sometimes (as it seems to be in your case) it could also be due to sulphur — something that no amount of brushing or flossing can get rid of. But, there’s no need to panic. Sulphur compounds are emitted by the bacteria on your tongue and in your throat (your scrapper can only reach the first couple inches of your tongue), when they lose access to oxygen. Frequently drinking water will provide the bacteria enough oxygen to ensure that the bacteria doesn’t produce sulphur. You can also try using nonalcoholic, chlorine dioxide-based mouthwashes to deal with bad breath. If this doesn’t work, consult a dentist.

MAP IT OUT Face mapping has been a revered Chinese practice for several centuries and it’s slowly gaining popularity across the world. Shirley Mistry gives you a brief introduction

hile your eyes are believed to be a window to your soul, your face can reveal a lot about your health. Face mapping is an ancient Chinese practice, where your face is divided into several zones and each zone corresponds to a particular body part. So, spots, redness and pimples in any of these zones can indicate medical problems affecting the organ or region which corresponds to that facial zone. While it doesn’t offer a detailed diagnosis, it is certainly a reliable technique and once you know the basics, you’ll think twice before writing off a stray pimple as just another pesky zit.

Between your eyes

drink lots of water and reduce your fat intake if your forehead is perpetually covered with pimples.

eyes & ears Your eyes and ears are both linked to your kidney. When it comes to this zone, watch out for dark circles around your eyes and spots around your ears. Both these problems are an indicator of dehydration. So, ensure that you drink lots of fluids and cut down on your salt intake in order to stay hydrated. If you find that the problem persists, visit your doctor to rule out kidney infections.

nose

If you thought that the tiny space between your eyes couldn’t possibly reveal anything significant about your health, think again. This zone corresponds to your liver and if you suffer from breakouts or pimples in this region, it is likely that you suffer from a food intolerance or allergy. Commonly occurring because of an intolerance to dairy or alcohol, watch out for acne in this region if you suspect that your body doesn’t agree with certain foods and beverages.

Moving on to the most important organ in your body, your heart is linked to your nose. While large pores in this area indicate that you suffer from high blood pressure, they can also be a sign of the fact that your diet includes too many unhealthy fats, which are bad for your heart. So, if you have a family history of heart disease, this is a sign that you need to get regular checkups and keep a strict watch on your diet.

Forehead

Cheeks

Your forehead isn’t linked to just one organ, because it represents your digestive system as a whole. So, suffering from acne in this region indicates a digestive imbalance and it can also occur when your diet includes excessive quantities of fat. So,

Your cheeks are linked to your respiratory system and you must watch out for pimples in this area. Smokers might develop acne on their upper cheeks, which is a sign of dehydration. While quitting smoking is the best solution, ensure that

you drink lots of fluids if you’re finding it difficult to quit. Also, if you are not a smoker and still suffer from acne in this region, it is a sign that you aren’t getting enough fresh air and so, try to spend more time outdoors. Also, if you lead a very sedentary lifestyle, your organs don’t get the required amount of oxygen, which can lead to acne on your cheeks. So, include some light exercise into your daily routine as well.

Jawline This one is the least worrisome zones when compared to all the other zones that we’ve mentioned in this article. Flare-ups or breakouts along your jawline are an indicator of fluctuating hormone levels. For women, this explains the pimples that you get on a monthly basis. But, if your jawline is perpetually dotted with pimples, it could be a sign of severe hormone imbalance, so consult a doctor immediately. Meanwhile, eat foods that cool your body down to help the pimples fade quickly.

Chin Don’t confuse pimples on your chin with breakouts on your jawline, because this region is an indicator of your nutritional levels. Such pimples indicate that your diet is rich in dairy, low in fibre and high in fat. This shows that you aren’t getting the right mix of nutrients which your body requires to stay healthy. So, if you suffer from regular breakouts in this zone, it’s time to rework your diet and make healthier food choices.

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‘Men on boat were ‘terrorists’ in touch with Pakistan army’

N TUG-OF-WAR... Foreign tourists participating in 'tug of war' competition during 22nd International Camel Festival-2015 in Bikaner on Monday.

SAD holds dharnas against drug menace

Unprecedented dharnas against the drug menace in Punjab were staged near the International Border by the ruling Shiromani Akali Dal whose chief and Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Badal alleged there was a "big conspiracy" to malign the entire Punjabi community. With ally BJP raking up the drug menace issue in a big way that has rankled Akali Dal, Sukhbir also sought to turn the tables on the saffron party, saying the states ruled by it were not ready to stop cultivation of narcotics though Punjab was willing to compensate them.

‘Mistreated’ Indians return from Lanka

THE Indian nationals allegedly mistreated by an Indian company in Sri Lanka will return on Tuesday with the government making arrangements for their immediate travel from the Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF). "All the Indians will arrive on Tuesday.

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EW DELHI: Amid questions over the 'boat' operation, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday said "circumstantial evidence" indicated that the occupants of the vessel were "suspected or possible terrorists" and that they were in touch with Pakistani maritime officials and army. He dismissed the contention that the four people on board the boat, which 'exploded' and sank in the Arabian Sea in the intervening night of December 31 and January 1, during an Indian Coast Guard operation, were smugglers. The Minister underlined that the suicidal act of setting the boat on fire by the men on board the boat showed that they were 'committed' and indicated suspected terror link. He told PTI that he would classify the occupants of the boat as "suspected or possible terrorists" since they had committed suicide after being intercepted. They were in touch with Pakistani maritime officials, "army and international contacts", he added. Replying to questions by reporters about veracity of this assessment, Parrikar said, "...Circumstantial evidence indicates what I am saying." His remarks came as questions were being raised on the veracity of claims that a 2008 Mumbai attack-style operation had been foiled. There are also reports claiming that the boat was involved in smuggling. The boat was neither in a fishing area nor on any busy route preferred by smugglers to sneak in, Parrikar said, adding that their actions indicate that they were there for "some other kind of activity". At the same time, he said, "We are not sure what is that other kind". He said intercepted satellite communication showed they were interacting about passing of cargo and talking about families of some of the boat members. "Smugglers don't keep in touch with Pakistani maritime agency, or their army or international contacts," he said. "A normal boat, even carrying some drugs, can throw

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Arvind Panagariya to be VC of NITI Aayog

Union Minister for Defence Manohar Parrikar addresses media at the foundation stone laying ceremony for the building of National Institute of Defence Estates Management in New Delhi on Monday. away their drugs and surrender. No one is going to be killing himself unless you are motivated enough to do that".

EW DELHI: Arvind Panagariya, a free-market Indian-American economist, will run the newly-created NITI Aayog which replaces the 65-year-old Planning Commission along with a team of six members and three special invitees. Panagariya, 62, a professor at Columbia University of the US, was appointed as the first Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog by Prime Minister Narendra Modi who will be the Chairman of the body. The Planning Commission had the post of Deputy Chairman. Economist Bibek Debroy and former DRDO chief V K Saraswat were appointed as full-time members while Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Arun Jaitley, Suresh Prabhu and Radha Mohan Singh were made Ex-Officio members, reports PTI.

2 cops shoot each other dead in MP town

In a bizarre incident, a subdivisional officer of police and a town inspector shot each other dead following an argument in Niwadi Road town, near Tikamgadh, yesterday. The deceased were identified as SDOP K C Malik and inspector Pramod Chaturvedi, both posted at Prithvipur police station. Chaturvedi and Malik had a heated argument over some issue at the latter's office, following which both shot each other with their service revolvers. Both were rushed to Prithvipur Primary Health Centre where the doctors pronounced dead.

Govt earns `50L from e-auction of fancy numbers Delhi government's e-auction of fancy registration numbers for vehicles on Monday fetched the govt a whopping around Rs.50 lakh while the number 0001 was sold for Rs.7.70 lakh. Third round of e-auction of fancy registration numbers were concluded yesterday with 23 bidders walking away with numbers of their choice after participating in an online auctioning process. Registration number 0001 was sold for Rs.7.70 lakh while 0007 was sold for Rs.6.55 lakh.

HOLY IDEA... Guinness record holder Rajendra Kumar Tiwari holds a placard to create awareness for the usage of paper bags, while a sadhu and other devotees take holy dip in the river Ganga at Sangam on the occasion of 'Paush Purnima' festival in Allahabad on Monday.

EW DELHI: Reacting strongly to the US certification that Pakistan has curbed terror leading to more aid to Islamabad, India on Monday asserted that its neighbour was not showing 'sustained commitment' or 'ceasing support' or dismantling 'bases of operations' of terror groups including LeT and Al Qaeda. But it maintained that "How the US government decides to spend US tax payers money is entirely its prerogative", while reacting to the US' signing off a certification that the Pakistan government has "prevented Al Qaeda, the Taliban and associated terror groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e- Mo-

India decries US certification to Pak hammad from operating" from its territory. "However, India does not believe that Pakistan is showing "sustained commitment" or making "significant effort" or ceasing support" or dismantling "bases of operations" of the Laskhar-e-Taiba, Jaish-eMuhammad, the Haqqani network and quite possibly the Al Qaeda. "Also with increasing citings of Punjabi/Urdu speaking elements operating with terrorist groups inside Afghanistan, we now also know

that these very groups also pose a significant threat to members of the international community working in Afghanistan including to Indian diplomatic personnel working in the Indian Embassy in Kabul and our four Consulates," Official Spokesperson in the External Affairs Ministry Syed Akbaruddin told PTI. The certification is a condition for the US to disburse aid to Pakistan under the Kerry-Lugar Bill for civilian assistance. This year's grant of USD 532 million to Pakistan will be

disbursed shortly, as the Congress gave its nod to President Obama, US Ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson had disclosed. The certification comes ahead of visit by Foreign Secretary of State John Kerry to Islamabad later this month. Significantly, Kerry will also travel to India ahead of US President Barack Obama's visit to attend Republic Day celebrations as Chief Guest. Kerry is scheduled to attend Vibrant Gujarat summit to be held in Gandhinagar from January 11.

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Markets Close Lower On Profit Booking NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Tuesday (January 6, 2015) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty fell marginally on Monday (January 05, 2015) a net 17.05 points (0.20%) and closed at the 8378 point level. The market up with a gap at the 8407 points level. It then rose sharply and registered the day’s high at the 8445 points level at 10.31 a.m. The index then declined sharply into the red and registered the day’s low at the 8363 points level at 2.41 p.m. It then rose turned into a range bound movement until closing at the day. The Nifty witnessed a choppy session and moved in a range of 82 points. Sentiment was mixed and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 22 were gainers, while 28 stocks closed in the red. Substantial buying was witnessed in auto and consumer durables stocks, while substantial selling was witnessed in technology and IT stocks.

Overall Market Strength/Weakness: The indicators and oscillators discussed here are indicating a strong market but with a neutral bias.

Support Levels: For short-term traders the immediate main support is at the 7909 points level. The next support is at the 7831 points level.

Resistance Levels The immediate main resistance is at the 8334 points level. The next resistance is at the 8581 points level.

Pivot Point Analysis: For intra-day traders the support and resistance levels are calculated according to the pivot point theory and are: Pivot point = 8396 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day). TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Support (1) = 8346. Volume: Volume (Qty shares) decreased 4.06%. This change is small Support (2) = 8314. Resistance (1) = 8428. and indicates a moderate participation by investors. Resistance (2) = 8478. Market Breadth: Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was neutral. Amongst OUTLOOK FOR TODAY: On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has all the traded stocks, 753 were gainers, 737 were losers formed a doji pattern. This indicates indecisiveness and 40 remained unchanged. amongst investors. The next candle formation will Slow Stochastic Indicator: confirm whether the bias is towards the buy or sell side of the market. The Slow Stochastic Oscillator has risen in the over-bought zone. However, the index is above its 5, 15, 25 and 200 days The Slow K line in the Stochastic Oscillator is above the moving averages. Further, the 5 days moving average slow D line (positive if it continues). has crossed above the 25 days moving average. Moreover, the velocity parameters too indicate RSI Indicator: strength. All these indicate a positive bias. Investors The RSI is above the 40 level but is now declining (negative are advised to hold long positions. if it continues). MACD Indicator: The MACD is below zero but is now rising (positive). It is above its 9-day Average (positive).

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ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is above the –DI line and both lines are diverging (positive if it continues). The ADX is flat while the Market Index is falling. No signal here. Moving Averages (Trend Indicators) The index: Is above its 5-day average (at 8317) Positive. Is above its 15-day average (at 8233) Positive. Is below its 25-day average (at 8314) Negative. Is above its 200-day average (at 7650) Positive.

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As US President Barack Obama arrived at the White House after vacationing in picturesque Hawaii; it is South Asia -- India, Pakistan and Afghanistan -- that would be focus during the month in January on the foreign policy front, reports PTI's Lalit Jha from Washington. In fact, both Obama and his top diplomat – Secretary of State John Kerry – would kickoff their foreign trips of the year with India, which officials said is reflective of the serious efforts made by the administration to not only strengthen India-US relationship but also to send a message to the countries of the region and other major international players too. Preparations would begin in full swing this week, for Obama's India visit to attend the January 26 Republic Day Parade as chief guest. His visit would be preceded by Kerry's Ahmedabad visit to attend the Vibrant Gujarat Summit.

Coal Block Auction Will Be Windfall Gains For State Govts

The coal block auction will result in a windfall gain for the state governments. In the current fiscal, about`3,000 crores will flow into the state coffers. Over the years, the expected revenue from coal block auctions is expected to even wipe-out the states’ fiscal deficit significantly. As per our estimates, says a report from the Economic Research Department of State Bank of India, the “ total payment to the states in next 30 years would be more than `4 lakh crore for 204 blocks that have been cancelled by the Supreme Court. In addition to this, an equal amount will also flow to the states treasury by way of royalty. So all the states stand to benefit to the tune around about `4 lakh crore over 30 years. These are initial estimates and the amount may go well beyond this with an increase in coal extraction and auction price”.

Oil Prices Down In Asian Trade

Oil prices fell in Asia yesterday as dealers await fresh leads from top crude consumer the United States, while analysts warned there were likely still further losses losses to come. West Texas Intermediate, the US benchmark, eased 93 cents to USD 51.76 while Brent crude for February fell 75 cents to USD 55.67 in morning trade. Singapore's United Overseas Bank said in a commentary a key US employment report on Friday and the release of the latest meeting minutes from the US Federal Reserve on Wednesday "will dominate the market's attention" this week. Investors will pore over both releases for fresh clues on when the US central bank will raise interest rates, the Singapore lender said. Daniel Ang, investment analyst at Phillip Futures in Singapore said crude prices are expected "to continue to be on its bearish trend".

Canbank Venture Acquires Minority Stake In Anand Teknow

Canbank Venture Capital Fund Limited (CVCFL) has picked up an approximate 5% minority Equity stake in Anand Teknow Aids Engineering India Ltd, a Rs 300 crore closely held Public Limited company manufacturing hi-tech, engineering products for the Oil & Gas sector in India & Gulf. CVCFL has invested Rs 16 crore which will be utilized by the company for expansion of its ball valve plant at Talawade near Pune in India. Anand Teknow (ATAEI) has established itself as a leading engineering company in the last 4 to 5 years specifically in the field of manufacture & supply of Ball Valves to Oil & Gas sector. The company’s Ball Valve division was started in the year 2008 as vendor to one of the OEM’s in the field. Anand Teknow is an ISO 9001 registered company and API-6 D license holder from the American Petroleum Institution and conforms to API Q1 quality standard.

Readymade Garment Hub To Be Launched In City

A Readymade Garment Hub situated at Synergy Court, Malad will be launched by Champsi Nandu, a well-known social worker on January,16th. This center will become operational within two months. This will become landmark for wholesale trade of garment and a hub of national and international garment trade. It will accommodate garment manufacturers, garment exporters, fashion design consultants and others. The building will have conference room where trading, seminar, fashion show, buyers-sellers meet etc. can take place.

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS Karvy Stock Broking calls a 'Buy' on Simplex Infra CMP: 359 Target: 445

Motilal Oswal calls a 'Buy' on Sundaram Finance CMP: 1296 Target: 1700

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RBI extends last date of receipt of applications for Licensing of Small Finance Banks and Payments Banks up to Feb 2, 2015 Sutirtha Bhattacharya takes charge as Coal India CMD Sugar output in Oct-Dec rises by 27.3%, says ISMA CCI rejects Muthoot Mercantile's cartelisation charges against 12 banks Honda Cars hikes vehicle prices by up to Rs 60k.

Official commentary suggests an underlying political will to meet targets, but last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s data suggests these steps are insufficient By A Business Reporter

weakness in the equity markets late last year also threaten the timetable n a year-to-date basis, for more stake salesâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fiscal situation reAs things stand, the FY14/15 fismains of concernâ&#x20AC;? says â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DBS cal deficit target of -4.1% of GDP is Bank, India. According to it â&#x20AC;&#x153;Data at risk. But corrective action is unlast week saw Apr-Nov14 fiscal derway. Non-plan spending cuts deficit reach 99% of the annual tar- have been accompanied by two get. While expenditure remains on successive increases in excise duties track, low revenue collections are on fuel products. Recent diesel the main cause of the fiscal hole. deregulation and lower global comSpending disbursements stood at modity prices will also lower fuel 60% of the budgeted estimate by subsidies. The elimination of diesel Nov, while revenues lag at 46% . subsidies marks 0.3% of GDP worth Revenues have been hampered by savings to the books. The official lower tax receipts that grew just 7% commentary also suggests an unbetween Apr-Nov, way below the derlying political will to meet tarbudgeted 19.8% and half of last gets, but last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s data suggests yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pace. In addition, progress on these steps are insufficient. divestment deals have underHence, additional (sharp) spendwhelmed, despite the early-Dec ing cuts in this quarter will be necstake sale in the Steel Authority of essary, hurting the quality of fiscal India (SAIL). This raised ~3% of the consolidation efforts. Down the annual target, with big-ticket asset line, expenditure cuts pose downsales reportedly delayed to this side risks to growth and will delay quarter. Reports of labour union the start of the monetary easing strikes, sector-specific hurdles and cycle. The other avenues to boost

revenues include higher dividends from public sector companies and further delays in tax refunds. We expect the full year deficit target to be met, but risks of a modest over shoot cannot be ruled out. As a by-note, the Finance Ministryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent mid-year review pointed to a potential overestimation of the FY14/15 deficit target by ~0.8% of GDP. This factors an ambitious nominal growth rate of 13.4% (compared to the current 10.6% run-rate) and optimistic tax buoyancy. Legacy expenditure burden was also highlighted as an additional constrain to meet targets. The report also noted that â&#x20AC;&#x153;consideration should be given to address the neglect of public investment in the recent past and also review medium term fiscal policy to find the fiscal space for it.â&#x20AC;? In this light, it will be important to monitor the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tone on fiscal consolidation efforts in the upcoming Februaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget announcement.

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Economy To Gradually Recover In 2015, Says Nomura A gradual recovery is underway for the Indian economy and the country is expected to clock a GDP growth of 5.5% in the current fiscal and 6.6 % in FY16, says a Nomura report. According to the global financial services firm, the recovery is likely to get support from easing inflationary pressures and measures towards economic reforms. India's manufacturing PMI rose to a two-year high in December, led by rise in both domestic and export

new orders, while output growth from six core infrastructure industries rose 6.7 % y-o-y in November - all suggesting a likely rebound in November industrial production, the Japanese brokerage firm said. "We expect the economy to gradually recover in 2015 with real GDP growth of 5.5 %% y-o-y in FY15 (year-end March 2015) and 6.6 % in FY16," Sonal Varma, India economist at Nomura, said in a research note.

Government Moots Smoother Foreign Investment Norms For REITs By A Business Reporter

o remove any regulatory hurdle coming in way of foreign investors putting money in the newly created Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) structure, the government has proposed allowing overseas investments in this space within the FEMA regulations. The proposed move, to be discussed by the Union Cabinet soon, aims to allow such foreign investments as an exception to the overall prohibition on foreign investors to engage in the real estate business within FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) regulations, sources said. The FINANCE Ministry will soon approach the Cabinet with a proposal in this regard, they added. While capital markets regulator Sebi notified its REIT Regulations in September, there have been some procedural issues with regard to certain regulations including FEMA and the FDI Policy

coming in way of such structures taking off. The proposed relaxation is expected to help those entities, which are registered and regulated under the Sebi norms, to access foreign INVESTMENTS through their REITs. REITs can be listed and traded on stock exchange like shares or any other security and also help create new platforms for raising of funds by real estate companies. Despite significant tax benefits for the sponsors of these business trusts, these new regulations would also be "revenue accretive" for the government in form of taxes. The move comes at a time when the government is taking several steps to boost foreign INVESTMENTS in the country. Recently it has relaxed foreign direct investment (FDI) policy in pharmaceuticals sector and insurance sector. During April-October this fiscal, the country has attracted USD 17.34 billion FDI, an increase of 26 % as compared to the same period last year.

On prices, the report said input costs have moderated due to lower commodity prices, which along with still-subdued demand, has kept output prices stable. Nomura, however, noted that the period of a positive base effect on CPI inflation is over and CPI inflation is expected to rise from 4.4 % y-o-y in November to 5.5-6.0 % in the next three months, before moderating back towards 5 %after March. "Overall, we expect CPI inflation to undershoot the RBI's January 2016 target of 6 %. We pencil in a 25 bp repo rate cut in both April and June (to 7.5 %), followed by a pause," Varma added.

Misleading Advertisements Continue Unabatedly ASCI upholds complaints against HUL, Godrej, Philips, Snapdeal, Nissan Motor India, Cinthol Deodorants and Coca Cola By A Business Reporter

he Advertising industry watchdog ASCI has upheld 113 complaints about misleading campaigns by companies such as HUL, Godrej, Philips, Snapdeal, Bajaj Allianz, Nissan Motor India and Coca Cola. According to the Customer Complaints Council (CCC) of ASCI it received 144 complaints during November and a maximum of 61 complaints of misleading ads were upheld from the personal and healthcare category, reports PTI. The council concluded that FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Ltd's advertisement of Lifebuoy violated its code. HUL's claims that the soap provides "10 x more germ protection" and "10 x more skin care" than any other brand was "not substantiated", it said. It also upheld a case against Godrej's Goodknight, which shows "a child standing near the mosquito vapouriser", whereas the productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaflet includes a precaution that the electrical liquid vaporising machine should be kept away from the reach of children."The advertisement features a dangerous practice, manifests a disregard for safety and encourages negligence," said ASCI. Online retailer Snapdeal.Com, which had advertised on October 6 promising heavy discounts was also pulled up by ASCI stating "while purchasing the products these products were not available and were sold out or the rates were higher while clicking the buy button". It

added: "The claim of 'Snapdeal bachaey raho discount offer' was false and was not substantiated." The advertising regulator also pulled up Japanese auto major Nissan for "misleading by ambiguity" as an advertisement of Datsun Go that claimed of "Rs 4000 insurance support", was not substantiated. The ASCI also upheld a complaint against radio advertisement of Coca Cola as the mandatory audio, "Coca Cola states that it contains no fruit juice, etc" was "played too fast and was not comprehensible" and contravened ASCI Guidelines. It also pulled up Philips Electronics for an advertisement of Philips Kerashine Styling Kit, which shows a girl on the rear seat of a car standing up while the vehicle is moving on the road. "This advertisement encourages a dangerous practice and manifests a disregard for safety and is in violation of the traffic rules," it said. ASCI also upheld complaints against advertisements of several educational institutes, including SVKMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, SRIMT and Institute of Technology & Management (ITM) over misleading claims of job placements. "Complaints against advertisements of these educational institutes were upheld because of unsubstantiated claims that they 'provide 100 per cent placement/and/or they claim to be the No.1' in their respective fields," ASCI said. A complaint against Cinthol Deodorants which shows alcoholbased deodorants being sprayed on ball pen art (art done by a ball point pen) resulting in the art getting dissolved, was also upheld. ASCI said: "The advertiser seeks to instill fear in the mind of the consumers as if alcohol based deodorants can melt the human skin. Thus, the advertisement denigrates alcohol based deodorants."

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Newbie actress Sonali Raut, the latest to get evicted from 'Bigg Boss 8', says she considers herself lucky as she had no plans of being away from her family anymore. Sonali (24), who could not make it to the reality show's extension 'Bigg Boss Halla Bol', said she is content with her stint of 15 weeks and not a part of the new series. "I think I came out at

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The Mob sets the dancing against

the vibrant backdrop of Miami. Emily arrives in Miami with aspirations of becoming a professional dancer and soon falls in love with Sean, a young man who leads a dance crew in elaborate, cutting-edge flash mobs, called “The Mob”. When a wealthy business man threatens to develop The Mob’s historic neighborhood and displace thousands-of people, Emily must work together with Sean and The Mob to turn their performance art into protest art, and risk losing their dreams to fight for a greater cause. HBO, 9p.m.

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Monk suspects a guy of murdering his sister with a mail bomb.

The only problem: his primary suspect is in a coma. Meanwhile, Sharona is visited by her ex-husband Trevor. Star World, 9 p.m.

KUMKUM BHAGYA

Abhi announces Purab and Bulbul’s marriage officially in a

party. Tanu notices Suresh feeling bad and takes advantage of the situation by making Suresh consume alcohol post which untoward events occur. Will Tanu be successful in her plan of using Suresh to spoil Bulbul’s life? Zee TV, 9 p.m.

WILDEST INDIA

Animal Planet takes viewers on an exotic journey through

India, from the epic Himalayan Mountains, down the mighty River Ganges, and to the lost world of the North East, to explore its iconic wildlife, secret locations and grand terrains. Tune into WILDEST INDIA as it follows the flow of The Ganges and discover why this river is a lifeline to an array of wild animals, including India’s rare one-horned rhinoceros, as well as eight per cent of the world’s population. Anim al Plan et, 8 p.m.

TRIGGERS: WEAPONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

No weapon is more feared, or more misunderstood, than the

Assault Rifle. And no assault rifle has proved more successful, or more lethal, than the Soviet AK-47. Host Willis tracks the history of some of this revolutionary firearm and unveils some great weapons in TRIGGERS: WEAPONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD. Di scover y Sci en ce, 11 p.m.

REDRUM

When it comes to murder, no police officer starts their search at the beginning of the crime. Rather, a murder investigation al-

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Monk, Star World, 9 p.m.

ways begins with the body, after the deed is done. Tune in ID – Investigation Discovery’s new series REDRUM, as viewers follow the backwards tale of murder from false motives and mistaken witnesses to conversations taken completely out of context, until the truth finally comes out at the very end. ID, 11.30 p.m.

MAN VS WILD

Plunge into more extreme adventures with Bear Grylls in MAN VS. WILD only on the Discovery Channel. In each episode, Grylls is left stranded in a region and uses his efforts to survive and find a way back to civilization. Using his specialist survival techniques, he attempts to navigate his way through these environments and make it out alive. Along the way, he braves the biting cold, treks through desolate deserts, encounters dangerous predators and for food he has to make do with whatever he can catch or find – dead or alive! Di scover y, 9 p.m.

MOVIES OF THE DAY

The Croods is a prehistoric comedy adventure that follows the

world’s first family as they embark on a journey of a lifetime when the cave that has always shielded them from danger is destroyed. Traveling across a spectacular landscape, the Croods discover an incredible new world filled with fantastic creatures — and their outlook is changed forever. Star Movies, 9 p.m.

JOBS

While living with his adoptive parents, Jobs is working for ‘Atari’. He then, develops a partnership with his friend Steve Wozniak when he sees that Wozniak has built a personal computer (the Apple I). They name their new company ‘Apple Computer’ and starts building Apple I computers. After many failed attempts by Jobs to gain venture capital, Mike Markkula invests in the company which allows them to move forward. Pix , 9 p .m.

DADAGIRI

Deepa lives a poor lifestyle along with her widowed father, and

is in love with Dharma. Her father becomes ill, and must re-locate abroad for treatment. A rich male, Singh, offers to marry Deepa and only then will he get her dad the required treatment. Deepa agrees, and a heartbroken Dharma decides to remain single, takes to alcohol and becomes a goon. Deepa gives birth to a daughter, Barkha, but her husband passes away leaving her very wealthy. Her ex-convict brother-in-law, Bhanupratap, demands cash, and she gives him some, but he wants more, and upon being refused - kills her, moves in along with his wife, Shanti; son, Roshan; and daughter, Chandni; on the pretext of looking after Barkha. Star G ol d, 8 p.m .

MOHRA

Journalist Roma Singh is the daughter of a jailer. While taking

a tour of the jail, she is molested by some of the inmates, and an inmate, Vishal Agnihotri comes to her assistance. She finds out that Vishal is in for four homicides, and decides to investigate further. She finds out, with the help of the owner of her publications, Jindal that Vishal was compelled to take the law in his own hands when the courts failed to punish the assailants of his sister and sweetheart. Soon, Vishal is released from prison, and begins to work for Jindal. It is then that he realizes that he has just walked from a walled prison, to an open prison, as the truth behind his release slowly but surely starts to dawn on him. Zee Ci nema, 8 p.m.

SAAJAN

Aman is a poor, handicapped orphan who is befriended by

wealthy Akash Verma during his childhood. Akash’s parents adopt him and give him their family name, and Akash and Aman grow up as brothers. While Akash is a womanizer, Aman takes to writing poems under the pen name Sagar. The poems get pub-

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the right time as I could not have stayed away from my family anymore. I stayed there for 105 days and I am happy that I survived till the end. I had no clue that the show got extended with a new series 'Bigg Boss Halla Bol'," Sonali told PTI in an interview. 'Bigg Boss Halla Bol', on Colors from today onwards, will see top five contestants – Gautam Gulati, Pritam Singh, Karishma Tanna, Dimpy and Ali Quli Mirza – of 'Bigg Boss 8' fame will compete with new

Came out at the right time: Sonali Raut

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The Croods, Star Movies, 9 p.m.

lished, and Aman becomes very popular. One of his fans is a young woman by the name of Pooja Saxena (Madhuri Dixit), who corresponds with Sagar. Akash meets Pooja and falls head over heels in love with her. When Aman comes to know this, he asks Akash to pose as Sagar, which he does, and Pooja and Akash fall in love with each other. CVO, 9 p.m .

DESH PREMEE

Master Dinanth is a freedom fighter and led the war against

the British in 1942 and eventually won the independence in 1947. But after independence, the people’s love for their country seems to be diminishing and they are too busy betraying it like rich businessman Thakur Pratab Singh. Masterji finds out about Thakur Pratab Singh’s illegal activities such as smuggling of weapons and ammunition and gets him arrested. In revenge for putting him in prison, Pratab Singh gets Masterji’s wife Bharati and daughter Priti (Parveen Babi) kidnapped by Thakur’s partner in crime Sher Singh (Kader Khan) to try and change his ways but to no avail. Zee Cl assic, 9 p.m.

THE SUPER KHILADI

Srihari and Prakash Raj are step brothers (rivals) and Kota

Srinivasa Rao is their father. Indu (samantha) is Prakash Raj's nephew while Bhoomi (kajal agarwal) srihari's nephew. Cutting back to the city, krishna (jr ntr) is a dynamic chap from a rich family and is in love with Indu. when Prakash raj tried to arrange Bhoomi’s marriage with Ajay, she says that she's in love in another one. Bhoomi then approaches indu and requests krish act like his boyfriend and Indu convinces ntr to act like Bhoomi's boyfriend. and when NTR goes to the village to set things right, he discovers that indu and Bhoomi come from same family. The movie encapsulates how Krish unites Srihari and Prakash Raj and with whom he enters wedlock. Max, 9 p.m.

TV TALK challengers Ajaz Khan, Mahek Chahal, Sana Khan, Rahul Mahajan and Sambhavna Seth. The 'Xpose' actress said that the new season of the show is unfair for the existing five contestants because they are emotionally stressed.

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Gillu comes home crying one day as one of his classmates has threatened him with dire consequences. Seeing his boy in tears and scared to go back to school, Ghotak

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Inside: Obama’s White House, NGC, 10.30 p.m.

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HISTORY

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aka Paresh Ganatra comforts Gillu and tells him to be tough and fight back as he has the support of his father if things take a bad turn. Babuji aka Rajendra Gupta over-hears this and tells Ghotak to stop teaching Gillu wrong things as he will have to face the consequences in the future. Ghotak replies to Babuji saying that the world has changed into a bitter place and only understands tit for tat ideology. Ghotak then says, “All parents want their kids to be strong and independent to face the world and the obstacles present themselves from time to time. Parents do everything in their power to prepare kids for what lies in the future.”

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ZEE TALKIES

P.M. 2.00 Kuthe Kuthe Shodhu Mi Tila: Laxmikant B 4.30 Hi Porgi Konachi: Nirmiti S 7.00 Bajrangachi Kamal: Vijay Patkar 9.30 Kutumb: Jitendra J

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P.M. 2.00 Tom and Jerry 3.00 Oggy and the Cockroaches

Mohra, Zee Cinema, 8 p.m.

11.00 A.M. 8.00 9.00 10.00 P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.30 6.00 6.30 7.30

MAD

Richie Rich Shaktimaan Krish Trish Baltiboy III

DISNEY CHANNEL

Doraemon Phineas and Ferb Art Attack Gravity Falls The Suite life of Karan and Kabir Best of Luck Nikki Doraemon Have A Laugh Austin and Ally

8.00 9.00 11.00 A.M. 9.00 Ishaan 9.30 Best of Luck Nikki 10.00 The Suite Life of Karan and Kabir 10.20 Gravity Falls 10.30 Phineas and Ferb

DISNEY XD

P.M. 1.30 Kiteretsu 5.30 Iron Man: Armored Adventures 6.30 American Dragon: Jake Long 7.00 Phineas and Ferb 8.00 Ultimate Spider Man 8.30 Kiteretsu 9.30 Big Bad Beetleborgs 10.00 Telematches A.M. 8.00 Space Goofs 8.30 Rekkit the Rabbit 9.00 Space Goofs 9.30 American Dragon 10.00 Phineas and Ferb 10.30 Super Robot 11.00 Kick Buttowski.

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Dance for national unity P

By Vijay Shanker

eople's Arts Centre presented a unique programmme – 'Dance for National Unity' featuring six classical dance styles of India. The star attraction of the programme was the performance by actress Manju Warrier and Gracy Singh. Manju indeed created a lasting impression with her impeccable and enthralling performance. It presented Manju Warrier for Kuchipudi, Gracy Singh for Bharata Natyam, Saji Menon for Mohiniattam, Rachita Atibudhi for Manipuri, Anusua Roy for Manipuri and Kathak by Aditi Yadav. Saji Menon is the talented disciple of renowned Mohiniattam exponent Dr Kanak Rele. Saji was the first performer of the evening, her rendition of Kubja was noteworthy for the portrayal of the woman Kubja who is the slave for the demon king Kamsa, her unexpected encounter with Lord Krishna redeems her of the suffering and bondage as she is blessed by the Lord. Saji was successful in the portrayal of the plight and helplessness of the woman. Gracy Singh performed Bho Shambo revealing the magnificence and the power of Lord Shiva in the Bharata Natyam style, noteworthy for the divine and sincere quality of the composition. Aditi Yadav's Kathak was noteworthy for its

Shankar Mahadevan’s Marathi acting debut A

By Sandeep Hattangadi

ce music director singer Shankar Mahadevan along with Ehsaan Loy will be composing music for Subodh Bhave's directorial debut 'Katiyar Kaljat Ghusli', an iconical musical play and the buzz is also that the latter has offered Mahadevan to essay the lead role in the film of the musical virtuoso Khansaheb in a decadent kingdom court. The film will be an adaptation of the musical play 'Katiyar Kaljat Ghusli' originally written by Purushottam Darvhekar. Musician Jitendra Abhisheki had done the music for the original play. A lot of big names in Marathi film industry are expected to play prominent roles in the film like veteran actor Sachin Pilgaonkar enacting a classical singer for the first time on the screen and will be singing all his songs in his own voice. Mrunmayee Deshpande and Amruta Khanvilkar are the other prominent names in the film. Subodh had played the character of a classical singer in the revamped stage version of the play along with Rahul Deshpande.

By Sandeep Hattangadi

JANUARY 6, 2015

resented by Nitin Keni of Essel Vision and produced under the banner of Neena Raut Films, 'Lokmanya, Ek Yugpurush' is a latest bio-pic on the extremist freedom fighter Bal Gangadhar Tilak. The movie comments on the socio-political situation in India today, with a voiceover narration in the beginning of the movie, by Nana Patekar in his typical style. The film encompasses the journey of a young Tilak from his early days to becoming the legend, thus inspiring generations to come. Nailing hard the message that when it comes to systems and social situation today, everyday comes as a new difficulty, problem; however, when looked at the same through Lokmanya’s eyes, it’s nothing but a challenge and hence a new opportunity, an opportunity that opens into development and progress of our nation, India. This should inspire the young generation to head towards their dreams and embrace the way of the Lokmanya. The film discovers the ideals and vision of the great freedom fighter, comments on the sociopolitical situation of today’s India and how it can be improved using his messages that were delivered over a century ago, unravelling the legend. The movie starts with a court scene, where Tilak is

precision and technical quality, pertaining mainly to the Tarana. Aditi is the disciple of renowned exponents Sunayana Hazarilal and Shila Mehta. Manipuri by Anusua Roy was pleasing for its playful quality in Nanichuri wherein little Krishna steals butter during the absence of mother Yasoda. Anusua is the talented disciple of accomplished exponents Latasana Devi and the Jhaveri sisters. Rachita Atibudhi is the disciple of Guru Rabindra Atibudhi, her Odissi rendition was pleasing partially, as needs to concentrate on the finer and graceful aspect of Odissi. Rachita performed Dashavtara quite effectively pertaining to the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Manju Warrier is blessed with a striking personality, she commenced her performance with Bhramanjali, after the invocatory number, Manju performed Alokey Sri Balakrishna which ended with precise and striking footwork on the rim of the brass plate, that received thunderous acclaim from the audience. Bhavayami Gopalabala, another Annamacharya compositon. revealed the vatsalya bhavam and the relation of mother Yasoda with little Krishna and her astonishment in seeing the entire world in the little mouth of Krishna. Manju concluded the performance with the popular Swati Tirunal Thillana in Dhanasri ragam. Manju is indeed a brilliant danseuse, besides the structural quality, her performance created an ever lasting due to her powerful expressions and the amazing musical orchestra, led by the commendable vocalist. On the whole a grand programme.

RELIVING THE AGRA GHARANA GAYKI

By Amarendra Dhaneshwar he Agra gharana is known for its massive manner of articulation. This attribute became the hallmark of the gharana thanks to singers like the late Ustads like Faiyaz Khan, Latafat Hussain Khan and Sharafat Hussain Khan. Chidanand Nagarkar who was not directly connected with this main branch of the Agra gharana drew his inspiration from Faiyaz Khan. Nagarkar was a pupil of the musicologist Dr Ratanjankar who was a faithful follower of Faiyaz Khan. Nagarkar headed the music and dance faculty of the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan and taught many students. He created two new ragas and also composed a number of bandishes. A foundation has been started in his memory .The first programme was held on Sunday and Bengaluru-based Susheela

Mehta was invited to sing. Susheela is a highly talented and well-trained singer. She has learned from the late Ramrao Naik who was a venerable figure in Bengaluru. She also trained under the late Khadim Hussain Khan and Lalith Rao of the Agra gharana. It

Good biopic of great leader

being tried and then goes into flashback, to unfold the life and times of Lokmanya Tilak. It shows Tilak (Subodh Bhave) returning from Bombay after studying law degree, only to start a school for the local children, with the help of his friend, Agarkar (Sameer Vidhwans). Both manage to open New English School. The movie has shown two eras, one being the film's subject era and the other being today's time. However, both relate to each other. Makarand (Chinmay Mandlekar) is a young journalist, who gets fascinated by Tilak's thinking, after reading books on him, but in the process, ignoring his would be wife- Samira (Priya Bapat Kamat). The film has shown the ruthless ways of the British officer Rand dealing with plague, which hit Poona, during his time. Then, the officer being killed by Damodar Hari Chaphekar with the knowledge of Tilak, is also shown. The film also elaborates on Tilak's hard-hitting writings against the rulers and justifying

is a misconception that the Agra gayaki is suitable only for male singers. Singers like Susheela have broken this misconception through their spell-binding performances in which melody and rhythm hold sway and the audience is simply enraptured by the sound and depth of music. Her latest performance was no exception. She began with a serene nomtom alap in the raga 'Todi'. It had a typical Agra flavour. She went on to sing 'Garwa Maisan Lagi' which has been immortalised by Faiyaz Khan. She also sang a two-tiered Shudh Sarang in a most compelling way. There was tenderness appropriate to the mood of the composition. Susheela also sang two Kannada devotionals. Hemant Hemmady on the harmonium and Bhushan Parchure on the tabla lent superb support.

British killings through his newspaper 'Kesari'; which lands him in jail and is sentenced to rigorous imprisonment of six years outside the country in Mandalay, Burma (1908-1914). The story by Om Raut and Kaustubh Savarkar is well researched. But the highlight of the movie is its screenplay and dialogues. Art direction (Santosh Phutane) and costume department (Mahesh Sherla) have complimented the camera work of Prasad Bhende. Interesting lighting and camera angles add beauty to the frames. The music (Ajit-Sameer) is an asset, as the songs escalate the drama in story telling. The background music too is noteworthy. Editor (Aashish Mhatre, Apurva Motivale) and the director have worked beautifully hand in glove and it shows in scene cutting. Director Om Raut makes his presence felt from the very first scene. Subodh Bhave is excellent as Tilak. He has used his voice to greater effect with modulations depicting different emotions. Sameer Vidhwans as Agarkar is very convincing. He is well supported by Priya Bapat Kamath. Deepesh Shah’s cameo as Gandhi is impressive. Angad Mhaiskar, Vikram Gaikwad as newspaper editor, Shweta Bhende as Satyabhama Tilak, support well. A film worth watching for its historical importance and good execution by the debutant director and definitely for Subodh Bhave.

IN BRIEF Music performance

An NCPA presentation, supported by Alliance Francaise de Bombay, performance by Philippe Graffin (Violin), Henri Dermarquette (Cello) and Jean Bernard Pommier (Piano) will be held soon. One of the few pupils of Josef Gingold, Philippe Graffin has a direct lineage with Ysaye and the Franco Belgian School. His numerous recordings on Hyperion have won him acclaim and he champions neglected violin literature. A graduate of the Paris Conservatoire, Henri Demarquette has worked with some of the greatest cellists in the world. Jean-Bernard Pommier has appeared as the soloist with some of the greatest conductors including Karakan. Haitnk, Masur, Sanderling, Mehta and Barenboim. Experimental Theatre, Thursday and Friday, 7 pm.

Rhythmic festival

Hridayesh Arts which organises the biggest classical music festival in the city will hold the same from January 9 to 12 at the Parle Tilak High School ground at Parle (E). This is the 25th successive event and top notch performers will participate in this festival. Vishwamohan Bhatt, Niladri Kumar, Kishori Amonkar, Rashid Khan, Shivkumar Sharma, Hariprasad Chaurasia, Ulhas Kashalkar, Parveen Sultana, Jayteerth Mevundi, Kausiki Chakraborty, Gauri Pathare and Zakir Hussain will perform.

Musical gems

Gems of Hindustani Classical Music , Vocalist Ustad Rashid Khan, Shankar Mahadevan, Shaunak Abhisheki, Jayteerth Mevundi, Young Santoor Maestro Rahul Sharma, Flute Genius Ronu Muzumdar, Khanjeera, Vidvan Selva Ganeshan, Violin exponent Kumaresh and Aditya Kalyanpur to perform at the Swaranjali 2015 – a three-day Music Festival at Nehru centre, Worli on January 8, 9 and 10.

Girnar festival

The Girnar festival of classical music and dance, organised by Mumbai-based Patel Cultural Foundation will be held at Town Hall in Junagadh, near Rajkot (Gujarat) for five days commencing from January 10. MK Patel of Patel Foundation says, "This is the second time I am organising this festival; last year I received a wonderful response from the locals as it is a one of its kind festival where dancers, singers and instrumentalists from different parts of the country and abroad come together to perform. I hope this year too I will receive support from everyone."

Marathi Ghazal Parishad

The eight Marathi Ghazal Akhil Bharatiya Parishad will be held in Solapur on Sunday, January 11 under the august presence of eminent ghazal virtuoso A K Shaikh and eminent minister Sushil Kumar Shinde and the opening ceremony will include ghazals sung in various languages like Marathi, Gujarati, Varhadi, Agri, etc. Marathi ghazal king Bhimrao Panchale will host the closing ceremony.

New album released

Sagarika Music’s new album ‘Tujhyavina Kavita Kori’ will have a new song written by Vaibhav Joshi and sung by Priyanka Barve and composed by the band JSH and it’s video will be released on the 16th anniversary of Sagarika Music.

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COFFEEBREAK

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 891

ENIGMA CODE 891

ACROSS: 9 Make a personal assessment of being supported by justice (5,3,7) 10 Looking inside with a roentgen (1-6) 12 Find consonants are given a spell, sir, in a Turkish environment (7) 13 Fighter ruins a dog trial (9) 14 A syrup expressed in perfect English (5) 15 Silly bird is to get this biddy formalised (7) 18 The cleaner's rings (7) 21 Badly cared for timber (5) 23 Turns round and ejects a sailor (4,5) 25 Hurried to include a politician at number ten in the plant (7) 26 Elegant - and repeatedly made to pay for it (7) 29 Comic direction of "A Little Night Music" (4,2,3,6) DOWN: 1 A German affirmative unknown for mighty Greek warrior (4) 2 A Woman from the United Nations (4) 3 Being abusive about half a dozen fish (8) 4 Nothing is disgusting, not outside (6) 5 Israelite held British title in noncommercial beer (8) 6 Reinforce complaint that's raised (4,2) 7 Baby-carer finds news true (3-5) 8 They lead in the forces if ordered (8) 11 Note one to allow deviations from the line (5) 15 Bet on others giving support (8) 16 Popular and made of denim as well (2,6) 17 Hair pieces can cause the greatest problems (8) 19 A spot of capital punishment (8) 20 About to hold out for this appointed

Each colour in our code represents a letter. When you have cracked the code you will be able to make up seven words. The clue to first word is given to help you get started.

N N

The Clue: High-ranking

SOLUTION TO SATURDAY’S ENIGMA CODE KINDER, DERIDE, RIDDEN, KIDDER, RENDER, DINNER, REDDEN

N N

MATH PYRAMID 891 course for travellers (5) 22 Right sort of greeting for the last character getting ninety nine - it's all about roots (6)

24 Called for a limited time (6) 27 All points to intelligence (4) 28 It's hell on a Sunday in rural Norfolk! (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Ice cap, 5 Musicals, 9 Flounder, 10 Meagre, 11 Expedition, 12 Lips, 13 Madrigal, 16 Raring, 17 Libyan, 19 Lah-di-dah, 21 Hadj, 22 Big Brother, 25 Shovel, 26 Topnotch, 27 Packed up, 28 Do-se-do. DOWN: 2 Calyx, 3 Cause, 4 Padding, 5 Martial, 6 Seminar, 7 Charleroi, 8 Larapinta, 14 Arimathea, 15 Reykjavik, 18 Nobbled, 19 Light up, 20 Hard pad, 23 Thous, 24 El Cid.

QUICK CROSS 891

ACROSS: 1. Argus-eyed 6. Late KGB chief 7. Historical unit 8. Court reporter, for one 9. Entertainers

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The goal of Math Pyramid is to fill the given pyramid with numbers such that the following three rules are satisfied. 1. A cell value must be sum or difference of the two cells below 2. A row cannot have duplicate numbers 3. A number cannot be less than 1 or more than the grid size

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1. Cause shame 2. Slowly, in music 3. Atlantic fishhawks 4. Cheerful 5. Minos' man of brass

MATHDOKU 891

HIDATO 891

The goal of Hidato is to fill the grid with consecutive numbers that connect horizontally, vertically, or diagonally from first to the last number in the grid. The first and last numbers of a puzzle and a some other numbers are already filled in. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

Place numbers into the puzzle cells in such a way that each row and column contains each of the digits from 1 up to the size of the puzzle (4,5 or 6). Like a Sudoku puzzle, no number is repeated in any row or column. Each bold-outlined group of cells contains a hint consisting of a number and one of the mathematical symbols + x - /. The number is the result of applying the mathematical operation represented by the symbol to the digits contained within the domain. The solution to each puzzle is arrived at logically and is unique. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

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TODAY’S FORECAST

JAGJIT UPPAL

WIZARD OF ID PARKER & HART

B.C. JOHNNY HART

BEAU PEEP THE ADVENTURES OF LEGIONNAIRE BEAU PEEP

FRED BASSET ALEX GRAHAM

PHANTOM LEE FALK

MODESTY BLAISE PETER O’DONNELL

COFFEEBREAK MOON TITHI NAKSHATRA RASHI LUCKY COLOUR LUCKY NUMBER

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Cancer 1st Paush Krishnapaksha Punarvasu Karaka (Cancer) H.D. Pale Yellow 4

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: Generally a good year for you though you may initially feel that things are not working out for you. After five to six months you will see the positive results of your efforts. Students will do well and may pursue higher studies or go in for specialization in a chosen field. The married and those in love can look forward to a happy fulfilling year. BABIES BORN TODAY: Will be obedient, sweet natured, attractive, healthy and long-lived. Generally, fortunate, helpful, respectful and will not tolerate dishonesty from others. Will be creative, artistic and an interest in medicine. Happiness, fame and success in life are indicated. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You derive maximum benefits by new developments. New opportunities lead to expansion at work. You can look forward to favorable news, concerning business or work. Perhaps a journey may be necessary. You are on the right track now so make the most of it. There are strong temptations for a secret liaison but you are torn between loyalty and passion. Discretion demands that you stay clear of any such trouble. GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): You may feel that some hostile elements are conspiring against your interests. Concentrate on work and pay no heed to others. It is understandable that work conditions could be oppressive but see how things play out for a while. You will have the support of a person who matters most. Home and family life is under a cloud. You will win the day with charm diplomacy and without hurting anyone’s feelings.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): An easy inflow of money will tempt you to go on a shopping spree. The purchase of an expensive item of security or investment is also likely. Some of you will be making plans to travel, perhaps in the pursuit of a hobby or personal interest. This will be relaxing as well as invigorating. A new bond will develop into a romantic affair. Do not promise more than you can give of yourself or you could be in trouble later.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): Expansion of your activities is also indicted. Overseas journey on work or holiday is seen. You will get favorable coverage in news or press. A personnel goal is achieved. You will be making some investments on a long-term basis. Investment in property is good. Those keen on starting a family or moving house can look forward to some good news.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): An absorbing and financially beneficial day lies ahead. Travel is indicated for some of you and will turn out in your favor. An offer of work could come your way, which is totally different from what you do. A change is indicated but you will have to proceed cautiously. In pursuing your career goals you may have lost touch with love. A development today will make you realize how important it is for you.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): Partnerships and joint ventures may not be working out satisfactorily, but it is wise to stick to present plan for a while. Deal with the situation tactfully yet firmly else you could lose out financially and the enterprise could go into a tail spin. Avoid arguments. Too much stress could make you vulnerable to a difficult situation with a family member. Not being in control of your own emotions is also upsetting for you.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): Financial gains are indicated in short-term ventures. You are given an unusual opportunity through the goodwill and loyalty of friend. Success is certain. Joint ventures or partnership with a close friend or colleague has the making of a profitable alliance in the long run. Those in love can look forward to a thrilling evening with their beloved. You may even make a commitment for a future together.

CAPRICORN (December 21 January 19): Avoid making hasty decisions. Focus on one thing at a time to succeed. You should put in sincere efforts to reach your goals. Drive and determination are sure to be recognized and compensated. Keep aside your ego and ask for guidance in case you are in a dilemma. Eroded trust and faith in a relationship will return if you give yourself time and avoid emotional decisions which lead nowhere.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): Expansion of work and fresh activities leads to gain. Those in creative or artistic fields will do very well. Some of you will be commended for your efforts. Better prospects for work and career are indicated. An important meeting scheduled for today will be a success. You will make good contacts. Get through to those who are important to you and show how much you care.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): You will come across fresh ideas for work or business that will fire you with enthusiasm. Start planning moves to implement your scheme, for you may actually have a winner at hand. Do not listen to hearsay. Have no fears and go ahead for success is assured. The best of intentions could be misread if not put across properly. You may be accused of just that today. Do not try to clarify your position just go ahead and what your heart tells you to do.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): You will make major decisions about work and career that will lead to gains. Your attitude will have to change for all round improvement. You will also be paying more attention to finances but make no hasty decisions. Think in terms of lasting savings and not short term profits. When all else in your life seems to be falling in to place slowly there is every reason to celebrate love and a good relationship together with your beloved.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): In business or at work you are in a position of advantage. You can Put new plans into action, for others will be willing to support you. Finances should not be a problem today. You have steady increase in your profits. You may want to put your money away in some long-term deposits. A new friendship with a person of the opposite sex is becoming rather strong. You are heading for a strong romantic affair.

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QUICK CROSSWORD 5168 ACROSS: 1 Cultivate (4) 4 Scapegoat (6) 8 Wooden peg, pin, or block (3) 10 South Africa's Hashim ____ (4) 13 Bitter mortification or its source? (8) 14 Universal ____ : water, of course? (7) 15 Clear (writing, water) (6) 17 An unfortunate incident or story; a tear-jerker? (4,2,3) 21 Condensed moisture (3) 22 Latin trio (3) 23 Poke or push (3) 26 Covered with small boils all over some part of the skin? (9) 27 Assert or state positively (6) 28 Poems of fourteen lines (7) 32 Father of India's Constitution (8) 34 Investigate (4) 35 Brief deviation from a straight course (3) 36 Hook line and ___ : entirely? (6) 37 Canines (4) DOWN: 1 Afternoon refreshers? (4) 2 Soothe (4) 3 Calm (4) 5 Corpse supposedly re-animated by sorcery (6) 6 Menagerie (3) 7 Pretentiously refined (6) 9 ___ away : escaped? (3) 11 In biology, any simple single-celled organism (5) 12 A Room With __ (Forster novel) (5) 15 Superman's girl friend - "soil" anagram? (4) 16 Fruit that sounds like "pair"? (4)

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SUDOKU 2354 Sudoku is a number placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid such several given numbers.To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every digit from 1 to 9 must appear in each of the nine vertical columns, in each of the nine horizontal rows and in each of the nine boxes.

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

Difficulty Level:

CRYPTOQUIP

Today’s clue: P equals G

The Cryptoquip is a substitution cipher in which one letter stands for another.

18 Sheet of paper in book (4) 19 A thin layer or coating (4) 20 Nintendo's gaming console (3) 23 Hard-wearing garments (5) 24 Waist bands (5) 25 Pester or bother persistently (6)

26 Curb (6) 28 State; put into words (3) 29 Like most testimony (4) 30 Europe's new currency (4) 31 Nav. readings (4) 33 __ Hur: Oscar winning movie? (3)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Outset, 7 Agartala, 8 Bhat, 10 Relive, 11 Aswoon, 14 Uzi, 16 Since, 17 Isto, 19 Woven, 21 Lagos, 22 Radix, 23 Cuts, 26 Nevus, 28 Yep, 29 Gritty, 30 Jantar, 31 Apso, 32 Entangle, 33 Lurked. DOWN: 1 Octroi, 2 Schizo, 3 Tate, 4 Tresses, 5 Baron, 6 Maine, 8 Blut, 9 Avi, 12 Win, 13 Octet, 15 Yogis, 18 Sober, 19 Wad, 20 Vox, 21 Lasting, 22 Rut, 23 Censor, 24 Upto, 25 Sordid, 26 Ngwee, 27 Vista, 28 Yap, 30 Jael.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 2173 To solve an Irregular Sudoku puzzle, every digit must appear once in: Each of the vertical columns Each of the horizontal rows Each of the regions

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

X B A O F

F U S O R P B U Q E

X B A

Y W F Y Q A X A Y E

" P A X X O R P E J R "

G O X B

N Y L L A K N O U Q

X B A K A

W A N U L A

X B A

U T I A R X

U O K Q O R A F

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: Three o'clock is always too late or too early for anything you want to do

Afternoon WORD MINE

How many words of four or more letters can you make from the letters shown in today’s puzzle? In making a word, each letter may be used once only. Each word must contain the letter at the top of the pyramid. There should be at least one nine letter word. Plurals, foreign words and proper names are not allowed. Today’s ratings: 20 average; 22 good; 24 outstanding. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: amen, anemone, atom, ATONEMENT, emote, enema, mane, mate, matte, mean, meant, meat, meet, mete, moan, moat, mote, name, omen, tame, team, teem, tome, totem.

HEATHCLIFF

Yesterday’s

INDIA START A NEW CHAPTER

WITH KOHLI AS THE LEADER SPORTS

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By Chetan Narula

three losses had been converted to victories instead, Dhoni's goodbye to Test cricket could have been a lot different. Kohli's first order of business will be to get his bowling sorted and pick an attack that can take 20 wickets. There are two sides to it however. On the plus side, this Sydney Test is a stand-alone five-day game for some time. India's next assignment is a tour to Bangladesh after the IPL season. As such, the new captain needs to figure out his bowling combination for this Test and can mull over any long-term possibilities a little later. The negative side is that there is a tri-series and an ODI World Cup to be played over the 10 weeks after this Sydney Test, which in all effect is a dead-rubber. Kohli needs to consider which of his bowlers need to be rested, and who should make the cut.

YDNEY: The series is out of bounds but Indian cricket is all set to enter a new era under the feisty Virat Kohli, whose leadership would be put through a trial by fire when the visitors seek redemption in the fourth and final cricket Test against Australia. Down 0-2 in the series, India have already lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after the third Test in Melbourne ended in a draw. Besides, India were dealt quite a shock when skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni chose to quit Test cricket altogether. This led to Kohli's elevation as captain and it would be interesting to see how the outspoken and flamboyant batsman, who has scored three hundreds in the series so far, handles the pressure of leading the side and salvage some pride in the series. As such this is India's sixth consecutive Test series loss playing overseas, a run that stretches back to the England tour in 2011. It is only the second time in their long history that India have suffered such embarrassment, the first stretching from their debut Test in England in 1932 to their maiden tour of West Indies in 1955. However, when the first ball is bowled in Sydney, future and not history will be on the visitors' mind. It has been almost a month since Kohli did the job so ably at the Adelaide Oval, nearly carrying the team to victory on the back of his two hundreds in that match. Given the thankless nature

TEAMS:

India's captain Virat Kohli and teammate Shikhar Dhawan talk during training for their test match against Australia in Sydney on Monday. Their final test of the series begins today with Australia leading the series 2-0. of this job, he will perhaps soon realise that his bat might not always be the answer to all his problems. For there is a big task facing Kohli as he steps on to the plate now as India's new Test skipper, now in a permanent

role. Dhoni's run as captain in overseas Test cricket has been marred by his team's inability to take 20 wickets. It is the singular reason for this recent poor record and has evolved in this calendar year as India's

inability to grab their chances and latch on to moments that could win them a Test match. Since December 2013, they have let opportunities go in Johannesburg, Auckland, Wellington, Adelaide and Brisbane. If those two draws and

Australia: Steve Smith (c), David Warner, Chris Rogers, Shane Watson, Shaun Marsh, Joe Burns, Brad Haddin (wk), Mitchell Starc, Ryan Harris, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood. India: Virat Kohli (c), Shikhar Dhawan, Murali Vijay, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Rohit Sharma, Suresh Raina, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), R Ashwin, Karn Sharma, Ishant Sharma, Mohammad Shami, Varun Aaron, Umesh Yadav, Dhawal Kulkarni, KL Rahul (MS Dhoni on stand-by). Match star ts at 5 am IST.

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Smith looking forward to going up against ‘emotional’ Kohli By Chetan Narula

YDNEY: Relishing the challenge of squaring off against new Indian captain Virat Kohli in the fourth and final cricket Test here, Australian skipper Steve Smith described his rival number as an "emotional character". "M S Dhoni has been a terrific leader for India for a long period of time. There's no doubt about that," Smith told reporters in the pre-match press conference here. "We saw Virat Kohli take over the reins in that first Test and he did a pretty good job for them. He's quite an emotional character and likes to get involved in a lot of decisions. I'm looking forward to this week again with India with another captain and

the series and reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after the drawn third Test in Melbourne. They have made one change to their playing eleven, with Mitchell Starc coming in for Mitchell Johnson, who sits out as a precaution owing to a hamstring strain. Asked if Johnson would have played had the series still been undecided, Smith said, "Probably." "He has got a little hamstring strain. There's no secret that there's a pretty big Shane Watson rests before batting in the nets during training for their summer coming up and we cricket test match against India in Sydney, Monday. want him to be fresh for the ODIs and the World Cup hopefully we can close out cricket ground in the world. I coming up. We don't want to the series well," he said. am really looking forward to risk him and hopefully he'll "It's going to be a pretty big leading the boys out at the be right for those." moment for me as well. It is a SCG," he added. Johnson had been critical home Test and my favourite Australia have already won this past week of the pitches

rolled out for the Test series, alleging that they didn't support the bowlers too much as wickets usually do Down Under. Smith though didn't see it as an issue. "It looks pretty good at this stage. There's a lot less grass than there was on the wicket last year which seamed around a bit and played a few tricks. It looks a good wicket at this stage so hopefully it will be another good Test match," said the young captain. "I think the wickets have been pretty good to be fair. They haven't' played too many tricks. It would have been nice to have the MCG pitch break up a little bit more last week, but I don't think you can control tha,” Smith added.

29 I hope to be as calm as Dhoni: Kohli

SYDNEY: Still coming to terms with Mahendra Singh Dhoni's shock retirement, new Indian captain Virat Kohli said he is keen to emulate his predecessor by staying calm in tough situations when he leads the side out in the fourth and final cricket Test against Australia starting here today.

India's MS Dhoni bowls in the nets during training.

"We were changing and packing up in the dressing room after the Melbourne Test and Dhoni came in and said he wanted to say something. He then announced his decision and we were all taken aback. It was so sudden, totally out of the blue. We didn't see it coming and it was shocking at that point for us. "We didn't know what to say because it was a very emotional moment for him. For us too, who as youngsters had started under his captaincy, it was a very strange moment," said Kohli about Dhoni's Test retirement announcement. "There is so much to learn from him especially in tough situations, his composure and his decision making at important times. These things are priceless and any captain would love to have them. I hope I can be as calm as him," he added, while paying rich tribute to his predecessor. Kohli, who was stand-incaptain in the first Test at the Adelaide Oval with Dhoni nursing a finger injury, struck two centuries to scare the hosts only to lose the match by 48 runs but the top-order batsman is ready to learn from his mistakes. "There were quite a few things from Adelaide that I sat down and analysed which can be improved upon. I have thought about what are the things that I can correct, the mistakes I made in that game. Hopefully I'll try to make the right decisions in every situation out there in the middle," said Kohli reflecting on his experience thus far.

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EW DELHI: Badminton ace Saina Nehwal is 'upset' that her quest to know the reason behind the rejection of her nomination for Padma Bhushan snowballed into a big controversy, saying that she never demanded the prestigious award and would respect the decision of the Sports Ministry. "I didn't really like the way media put it that I have demanded the award. Who am I to demand the award. I am nobody. I am a sportsperson. I play for my country. I just wanted to know why my name was not considered. I just wanted the eligible players' name to be considered. That's all. Finally what the penal decides is what I am going to respect," said Saina. "My work is just to play for my country and win as many medals as possible. Rest, I don't know why I was simply put into this controversy and Sushil (Kumar) is a great friend and people have made it really big. I am really upset about it. This is not the right way to put it." Talking about two-time Olympic medallist Wrestler

Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal is upset that her quest to know the reason behind the rejection of her nomination for Padma Bhushan snowballed into a big controversy. Sushil Kumar, whose name was recommended by Sport Ministry to the Ministry to Home Affairs as a special case, Saina said: "Me and Sushil always speak to each other. We are from the same place as well, Haryana. There is nothing wrong between us. I will be

very happy if Sushil gets the award." The Sports Ministry today decided to recommend Saina for the Padma Bhushan award but insisted that it did not receive her nomination from the Badminton Association of India (BAI) within the stipu-

lated deadline. "In view of the achievements of Ms. Saina Nehwal, the Department of Sports has decided to recommend her case for Padma Bhushan to the Ministry of Home Affairs as a special case although the last date for making the rec-

I didn't really like the way media put it that I have demanded the award. Who am I to demand the award. I am nobody. I am a sportsperson. I play for my country. I just wanted to know why my name was not considered. I just wanted the eligible players' name to be considered. That's all. Finally what the penal decides is what I am going to respect.

Saina had stated that BAI had recommended her name for the Padma Bhushan in August last year but the Sports Ministry rejected her application, citing norms. "Based on the nominations received from the Federations etc., the Departments of Sports recommended the name of Shri Sushil Kumar (wrestling) for Padma Bhushan. The recommendation was sent to the Ministry of Home Affairs on 15.09.2014. Clearing its stand on twotime Olympic medallist Sushil getting recommended for the award, the Ministry said, "Shri Sushil Kumar's recommendation for Padma Bhushan Award was made after taking into consideration his achievements, viz. Bronze SAINA NEHWAL Medal in Beijing Olympic Games-2008; Gold medal in ommendation is long over," Commonwealth Games-2010; the Ministry said in a state- Gold Medal in Senior World ment. Wrestling ChampionshipThanking Sport Minister 2010; Silver Medal in London Sarbananda Sonowal, Saina Olympic Games-2012; Gold said: "I am thankful to Mr Medal in Commonwealth Sonowal Sir for doing this and Games-2014; and several it's a great support." other achievements at naOn Saturday, a disappointed tional and international level."

Selectors might mull over Gritty Williamson fights to keep New Zealand alive Yuvrajâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inclusion for World Cup W ELLINGTON: Kane Williamson and BJ Watling produced an unbroken sixth wicket stand of 94 to keep New Zealand alive on the third day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Wellington. New Zealand were 253-5 at stumps, a 118run advantage with five wickets in hand, after the

UMBAI: The out-offavour Yuvraj Singh's brilliant domestic form will weigh on the selectors when they meet here today to pick the squads for the ODI tri-series against Australia and England besides the World Cup next month. Yuvraj, who was not picked even in the preliminary list of 30 probables on December 4 last, has since come back into contention by striking three back-to-back hundreds against Haryana, Maharashtra and Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy. The hard-hitting left-hander, significantly the man of the 2011 World Cup that was won by India and scorer of over 8000 runs from 293 ODIs, also got among the wickets with his left-arm spin on the placid track in the match at Rajkot. With there being a question mark over Ravindra Jadeja, undergoing rehabilitation for his throwing shoulder currently, Yuvraj would weigh significantly on the selectors' mind while choosing the Cup squad. There is another player of similar style who is almost certain to be picked, Gujarat's Axar Patel, already in Australia as a late replacement for Jadeja. It will all boil down to whether the selectors, as well as captain Dhoni and coach Duncan Fletcher, who will be on conference call from Australia, feel it makes sense in putting the clock back onYuvraj -- a proven customer in the shorter formats of the game. At 33, Yuvraj, who did

stubborn Williamson-Watling partnership recovered the innings from a perilous 159-5 However, despite their dogged fight, the odds remained in favour of Sri Lanka pulling off a series-levelling win after losing the first Test in Christchurch by eight wickets. For New Zealand skipper

Brendon McCullum, returning to the Basin Reserve for the first time since his matchsaving 302 against India a year ago, there were to be no heroics this time. He was out for 22 while Jimmy Neesham, who scored a century in the India Test, was out for 19. After McCullum's depar-

ture it fell to Williamson to shoulder responsibility for keeping New Zealand afloat. He was dropped on 29 and again on 60 in an otherwise cautious innings in which the partnership has seen off the second new ball and ensured the Test should extend deep into the fourth day at least.

Wawrinka keen to do well in Chennai before Oz Open defence C not figure in any India squad in 2014, is not too old to merit consideration, especially with doubts arising over Jadeja who is unlikely to be fit for the triangular series in Australia commencing later this month. The Cricket Board expects Jadeja to regain full control of his injured body part before the February 14-March 29 mega event to be jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. "According to our assessment Jadeja can start to train and throw with his left hand from January 7," said BCCI secretary Sanjay Patel ahead of the selection meeting. The Saurashtra cricketer is currently undergoing rehabilitation in Chennai. The ICC rules also do not debar the selectors from changing their mind and including a player not in the original list of probables, according to BCCI sources.

HENNAI: Defending champion and World No.4 Stanislas Wawrinka wants to have a few wins under his belt at the ATP Chennai Open in run up to the Australian open, the first Grand Slam of the season. "I am ready for the new year. Everything is going well for me for this new season so far and everyone will be starting a fresh. I will try to my best and see what I can do throughout the year," Wawrinka said. "It is beginning of the year and we will see. I have my own plans. I hope I can win some matches here and get some wins before going to Australia. I had won the title last year and it was very thrilling for me," the Swiss star added. Asked about his possible meeting in the second round against 18-year-old Borna Coric of Croatia, who made phenomenal progress last season, the Swiss said it would be tough opener. "He is a good player. He is young and has been playing well after some wins last year. If I

Defending champion and World no 4 Stanislas Wawrinka of Switzerland during a practice session for ATP Chennai Open 2015 at SDAT Tennis Stadium in Chennai on Monday.

have to play him, it is a tough match. It is also first match of the year. But, we will see tonight how things will pan for me since I am playing doubles also," he said. Talking about his performance last year, Wawrinka said it was "amazing" for him. "I won a lot of big matches and won Davis Cup for my country. I could not expect more, that is for sure. Finishing world number 4 is amazing that I never did before. Again,

as I said, it is a new year. Everybody is starting from zero." Asked as to how difficult it is to be on top four, he said, "It is tough to get there. We will see. Again as I said it is beginning of the new season. We will have to see what is going to be there and I am working for it." On comparisons with Roger Federer and whether it bothers him he said, "I do things my own way and what

is best for me. I have had an amazing career so far. I have won big matches also in tournaments and keep my focus in my game." To a query on friction between Federer and him, Wawrinka said, "We won the Davis cup together and that is what happened. We finished the year together by winning the Davis Cup title and also we played exhibition matches at Zurich. So, I do not think anything else is important."

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UMBAI: Skipper Suryakumar Yadav struck a superb century, his sixth in first-class cricket and second of the season, while young opener Akhil Herwadkar missed his ton by just three runs as Mumbai dominated Madhya Pradesh on day one of the four-day Group A Ranji Trophy match. The 24-year-old Yadav took full advantage of a pedestrian MP bowling attack to stroke his way to 135 off 145 balls, after openers Aditya Tare (37) and left-handed Herwadkar (97) laid a good foundation of 93 runs, to help Mumbai end the opening day at a commanding 375 for 4 in 87 overs. The only batsman to fail was no 3 Shreyas Iyer who came into the game after scoring a brilliant century against Bengal at Kolkata as the home batsmen made merry against

a toothless attack after being asked to bat first at the Wankhede Stadium. After the dismissals in quick succession of Tare, caught in the slip cordon, and Iyer - caught at covers, Herwadkar got involved in a breezy third wicket stand of 104 in 117 balls with his captain who struck 22 fours and a

striking 15 fours and a six in 151 balls, Yadav and Siddhesh Lad stitched a fourth wicket stand of 130 in 179 balls to frustrate MP. The partnership ended when Yadav was castled attempting a heave to leg off Harpreet Singh who was the eighth bowler used by MP skipper Devendra Bundela to break the stand. Thereafter Lad, batting on 69 studded with 11 fours, and youngster Sarfraz Khan (20 off 29 balls) continued to Brief scores: Mumbai 375 plunder the tired MP attack for 4 (A Tare 37, A Herwadkar 97, to add 42 runs for the unfinS Yadav 135, S Lad batting 69, S ished fifth wicket before Khan batting 20; P Datey 2 for stumps were drawn. 62) v Madhya Pradesh. For MP, Puneet Datey claimed 2 for 62, his wickets pulled six in his 215-minute being those of Tare and Iyer stay. in the space of six balls. Left After Herwadkar was lured arm spinner Ankit Sharma (1 out of his crease and for 41) and Harpreet Singh (1 stumped after staying at the for 21) got the other two wicket for 235 minutes and wickets that fell.

Kailash Patil Vasai wins MSSA-Bipin Football Academy tourney to the four as ONGC win big

MUMBAI: Oil & Natural Gas Corporation produced a smooth, slick performance to hand Companeroes Sports Club a 5-0 defeat in an Elite Division encounter of the Mumbai District Football Association League played at the Cooperage ground yesterday. Kailash Patil struck four goals and Joel Sequeira one for the oilmen who enjoyed a healthy 3-0 half-time lead. The spearhead of ONGC attack, striker Kailash Patil, who was unimpressive in the previous game against Indian Navy which finished 1-1, was in his elements fired home four goals to lead the charge. SHRAVAN HITS FOUR IN AMATEURS VICTORY Powered by dashing striker Shravan Shetty’s four goals, Karnataka Amateurs SC charged to an emphatic 8-0 victory against Jai Hind SC in a one-sided league match of the 19th Late Ramanath Payyade Memorial Football Tournament, organised by Karnatak Sporting Association and played at the KSA ground, Cross Maidan, Churchgate. The others who played supporting roles and contributed towards Karnataka Amateurs win were Lekhraj Kotian who netted a brace and one each from Nitin Shettigar and Nimesh Shetty.

The victorious Vasai centre pose with the trophy along with chief guest double Olympian SS Narayanan and coaches after clinching the MSSA-Bipin Football Academy inter-centre tournament 2015.

UMBAI: The Vasai centre won the MSSA-Bipin Football Academy inter-centre tournament 2015 after beating Colaba 1-0 at the MSSA ground on Sunday. Ephan Kalley, who was adjudged as the best player of the tournament, scored the winner in the final. In semifinals, Vasai had defeated Churchgate 2-1 while Colaba overcame Kandivli 3-2. Double Olympian SS Narayanan gave away trophies and individual awards.

UMBAI: A determined Rhema Sports Foundation registered a hard-fought 2-1 win against a spirited Theresians Vidya Vikasani in a FirstDivision match of the Mumbai District Football Association League played at St. Xavier’s ground, Parel on Monday. In a match between two evenly balanced outfits, the fare dished out by both teams

WIFA general secretary Souter Vaz, MDFA general secretary U Banerjee, MSSA president Father Jude Rodrigues and former Indian Railways player Ranjeet Madkar were present at the occasion. Divided into two groups in the league-cum-knockout format, seven centres took part in the tournament. The squads were formed from the trainees attending the Bipin Football Academy vacation coaching camp

under reputed coaches.

Results: Final: Vasai 1 (Ephan Kalley) bt Colaba 0. Semi-final: Vasai 2 (Hiren Kalelai, H Khan) bt Churchgate 1 (Rahul Swami); Colaba 3 (Kartik 2, Ishan 1) bt Kandivli 2 (Panchal, Sunil M). Individual awards: Player of the tournament: Ephan Kalley (Vasai). Centre-wise best players: Rohan Swami (Colaba), Karan Jadhav (Kandivli), Raj Bane (Underprivileged), Vishan Jadhav (Kalyan), Vishnu Menon (Vasai), Roger Pereira (Vikroli).

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A new era starts with unanswered questions

s the Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s era of Test cricket is consigned to the history books, a new chapter in India's fabled folklore is all set to begin with the belligerent 26-year-old Virat Kohli in charge. Kohli, apart from a few outbursts, has been 'Mr Consistent' on the current tour to Australia. Not only has he brought a new sense of aggression which was found lacking on most overseas tours India has travelled to, Kohli’s ‘give it back attitude’ has paved the way for a new form of cricket which the current lot of players profess these days. The ‘Mr. Finisher’ of India cricket has cast a shadow on the way he went about his retirement. Questions arise whether it was a thought out decision as Ravi Shastri, Director, Team India, puts it or it is a cover up of what happened in the dressing room after the second Test, where tension prevailed more off the field rather than on the field. The latter seems to be the more likely rather than Shastri’s theory. The wicket-keeper skipper stumped the Board of Control for Cricket in India officials too, when he conveyed his willingness to take off his gloves with immediate effect leaving the selectors and the board officials searching for answers. It definitely tells you the tale of the ‘divided’ dressing room which has now put its weight behind Virat Kohli. Kohli and Dhoni are two different sides of the sword. While Dhoni never went out sledging or provoking the opposition with his on-field bantering, it’s vice versa for Kohli who can’t resist a single opportunity to do so. Known to be a ‘brat’ by his opposition, all eyes will be more on Kohli’s active mouth and whether it will leave a sour taste on the legacy that former skippers have left behind. If the art of sledging has to be brilliantly countered, the West Indian teams were the perfect example – they didn’t speak a word and allowed the ball and bat to do all the talking. Will Kohli’s new found

Rhema SF score over Theresians was exciting, but the opening session failed to produce a single goal. However, after switching ends, Rhema took the lead when their hardworking striker Shahnawaz Warunkar cashed in an opening to find the net in the 49th minute.

Theresians fought on gamely and managed to neutralise the lead through Kevin D’Souza’s strike in the 58th minute before Nigel Fernandes scored in the 76th minute to help Rhema regain the lead, which they held on till the end of the match to

emerge victors. In another match of the same division, Vintage Dahisar tamed D.K. Pharma by a convincing 7-2 margin. For the Dahisar team, C. Pereira and A. Menezes scored a brace each, while D. Solankani, A. Putharan and M. Gatti got one each

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leadership allow the use of slurs on the field? Will that compromise the gentlemanly game called cricket? That will be apparent in due course of time. While the former skipper from Ranchi’s away record was rather appalling in the six years he skippered India, it was those string of overseas losses which first raised the questions on his inclination to continue in the longest format. The ‘no-rift’ theory, propounded by the Indian managers, seems far from evident as the grapevine is routing about Dhoni motive in making the Shikhar Dhawan-Virat Kohli fifth-day spat in the dressing room public. Could be the cause for his exit? One thing is certain, there was lot brewing that spoiled the broth. This also ended in Dhoni not travelling to meet the prime minister Tony Abbott’s customary tea which had members of both teams. It certainly wasn't a well thought out decision leaving the year wanting for answers. Whatever, the fate might have been, the skipper deserved a farewell test which is fitting enough to be accorded to the man who led India to the world cup win and took the Indian team to the top during his tenure. Whether they declare Wriddhiman Saha unfit to accommodate MS Dhoni for one last time or will he get an unceremonious exit, the team selection will decide that today morning. While one can hope the best for the Indian cricket and gamble with Kohli’s temperament and captaincy, the former captain’s exit mid-way leaves many stinking questions for the new skipper and the Indian management to answer. For the while, MSD who is preparing to lead India in the limited overs format presents a staunch silence in this case. to complete the tally. D.K. Pharma got their goals through B. Patil and H.Shivsagar. Results – Super Div: Rhema Sports Foundation 2 (Shahnawaz Warunkar, Nigel Fernandes) beat Theresians Vidya Vikasani 1 (Kevin D’Souza). Vintage Dahisar SC 7 (C. Pereira 2, A. Menezes 2, D. Solankani, A. Putharan, M. Gatti) beat D.K. Pharma 2 (B. Patil, H.Shivsagar).

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