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LAKE OF LAMENTABLE LACK p26
Fiction is sometimes stranger than facts. Let us make you realize the truth of this tragic irony. You may squirm in disbelief, but truth remains. Otherwise, have you ever heard or imagined of a lake without boat or the garbage dump floating freely along the banks! It sounds to be a misnomer; but hold on.
Arguably the best Delhi ka sabse bada vella Rocky in a candid conversation with ANJALI SINGH...
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Sarojini nagar is a market where everyone likes to do shopping. It’s the best place where you get branded items in cheap rate, if you are a fashion freak sarojini market is your place.
The modern woman needs to take heed of the saying: “With great power comes great responsibility”. There seems to be a pattern in women, who selectively play the victim when it suits the purpose.
Hero India Super League, a competition that sparked Football Revolution in India last year is back again.
shopping at Sarojni nagar
women ‘cries’are ‘phoncy’
C’mon India.....Lets Football
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ooking at the positive response of the readers all across the National Capital Region I acknowledge my gratitude towards our advertisers, readers, sponsors and the team. In this edition of the NCR Life we are focusing on the lifestyle and the ongoing trends in the vicinity. The cover story “Ugly Clash� revolves around the complexities and the personal egos between babus, with budding optimism on one hand and the politics on the other. The article brings out the exact situation of the Meridien – NDMC case which revolves with the twists and turns at each level. The edition also highlights the joint statement signed between India and UAE during the visit of the Prime Minister for combating cross border terrorism to commercial education between both the countries to enhance the relations, Stopping Dengue politics through less involvement of the political leaders & concentrating on enhanced awareness, the second edition of the Indian Super League and the clean India Campaign. It is really heart warming to put together all these expositions, we are glad to acknowledge the kind support and encouragement from the contributors either directly or indirectly to bring out this edition. We look forward to build a long term relationship with the readers and strive for providing you with the clear picture of happenings in & around the NCR as we expand our presence, reach, readers & bring the best in news, events, criticisms, etc. to the global world. Please share your thoughts / suggestions and the feedbacks
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Do you spend even 5% of your monthly income for your self enjoyment? Usually...No. Why can’t we enjoy simultaneously while we earn?
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re we earning to pay builders and interior designers, caterers and decorators? Whom do we want to impress with our highly inflated house properties & fat weddings? Do you remember for more than two days what you ate at someone’s marriage? Why are we working like dogs in our prime years of life? How many generations do we want to feed? Most of us have two kids. Many have a single kid. How much is the “need” and how much do we actually “want”?? Think about it. Would our next generation be incapable to earn, that we save so much for them!?! Can not we spare one and a half days a week for friends, family and self?? Do you spend even 5% of your monthly income for your self enjoyment? Usually...No. Why can’t we enjoy simultaneously while we earn? Spare time to enjoy before you have slipped discs and large prostates or any other serious sort of disease.We don’t own properties, we just have temporary name on documents. GOD laughs sarcastically, when someone says, “I am the owner of this land”!! Do not judge a person only by the length of his car. Many of our science and maths teachers were great personalities riding on scooters!! It is not bad to be rich, but it is very unfair, to be only rich. Let’s get a LIFE, before life gets us, instead.... A lovely little girl was holding two apples with both hands. Her mom came in and softly asked her little daughter with a smile; my sweetie, could you give your mom one of your two apples? The girl looked up at her mom for some seconds, then she suddenly took a quick bite on one apple, and then quickly on the other. The mom felt the smile on her face freeze. She
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tried hard not to reveal her disappointment. Then the little girl handed one of her bitten apples to her mom,and said: mummy, here you are. This is the sweeter one. No matter who you are, how experienced you are, and how knowledgeable you think you are, always delay judgement. Give others the privilege to explain themselves.What you see may not be the reality. Never conclude for others. Which is why we should never only focus on the surface and judge others without understanding them first. Those who like to pay the bill, do so not because they are loaded but because they value friendship above money. Those who take the initiative at work, do so not because they are stupid but because they understand the concept of responsibility. Those who apologizes first after a fight, do so not because they are wrong but because they value the people around them. Those who are willing to help you,
do so not because they owe you any thing but because they see you as a true friend. Those who often text you, do so not because they have nothing better to do but because you are in their heart. Those who take out time to chat with you, does not mean they are jobless or less busy, but they know the importance of keeping in touch. One day, all of us will get separated from each other; we will miss our conversations of everything & nothing; the dreams that we had. Days will pass by, months, years, until this contact becomes rare... One day our children will see our pictures and ask ‘Who are these people?’ And we will smile with invisible tears because a heart is touched with a strong word and you will say: ‘IT WAS THEM THAT I HAD THE BEST DAYS OF MY LIFE WITH’. So never waste this beautiful life in crying,remorsing ,accusing ,mourning but live it to the fullest ..
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news & views
Abhay Tripathi
Arvind Kejriwal
Satyendra Jain
Satish Upadhyay
(Chief Minister Delhi)
(Delhi Health Minister)
(President of Delhi BJP)
“It is heartbreaking. We have become blind in the race to make more and more profit. We shouldn’t forget our humanity. Nothing would have been lost if the hospital had treated the child. Would it have affected their profit margin so much?” “My request to the central government - can’t we fight on these issues after two months? Let us fight dengue for now,” Delhi government released funds to the three municipal corporations of Delhi — North, South and East — to take steps to control dengue.
“The number of beds in hospitals for dengue patients have been increased by three times as compared to last year, but panic is the major reason behind people rushing to hospitals, Dengue situation is under control and the people should not panic. Our first priority is to treat dengue patients,”
“Dengue has been spreading in the city and there is danger of it taking anepidemic form but the Delhi government has completely failed in taking preventive steps to control the disease and provide adequate medical facilities to the patients, Advertisements on Dengue could have saved some lives.”
Ajay Maken, (President of Delhi CONG) “Delhi government and municipal corporations failed to tackle dengue. It is unfortunate that even when Congress an opposition party took intiative to create awareness for prevention against dengue, Delhi government did nothing in this regard on time.”
JP Nadda, (Union Minister of Health) “I held a meeting with the Delhi Health Minister and ask him to take strict action against hospitals refusing dengue patients. I have asked the Delhi government to monitor that private hospitals take only reasonable fees from patients,”
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engue is an infectious disease caused by dengue viruses, which are transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. The rising level of dengue infections has become a serious international concern. In recent decades, dengue has been expanding globally possibly due to climate change and highly intra and extra-country connectivity through traf-
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As dengue virus transmission is through a human-to-mosquitoto-human cycle, the influence of meteorological factors on dengue is likely to be associated with their impact on mosquito populations and behaviour. Other than the influence of weather factors, the shift of dominant serotypes and pre-emptive measures taken against dengue vectors may possibly affect the dengue transmission trend. The Capital of the country has been seriously affected by the Dengue and the numbers of cases are increasing each day on an alarming rate. The researches and the data have revealed that the hot weather condition also play a vital role in the breeding of
fic, commerce, and migration. The Dengue Fever is caused by one of four distinct dengue virus serotypes (DEN 1–4). This viral infection has resulted in an estimated 50 million to 100 million annual cases of DF worldwide, with about 500,000 of these cases developing into life-threatening Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF)/Dengue shock syndrome (DSS).
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Nowadays, about 2.5 billion people or 40% of the world’s population, live in areas where there is a risk of Dengue transmission.
Dengue mosquito. Moreover, the prevalence of Dengue is less in the areas with higher humidity like: Chennai, Kolkata and Mumbai. The major reasons for the prevelence of Dengue in the country as per the researchers are:
For personal protection, use mosquito repellent sprays that contain DEET when visiting places where dengue is endemic. There are no specific risk factors for contracting dengue fever, except living in or travelling to an area where the mosquitoes and virus are endemic. Limiting exposure Global Population Growth to mosquitoes by avoiding stand Rural to Urban migration ing water and staying indoors Growth of cities Poorly organized health sector for two hours after sunrise Lack of Vector control pro- and before sunset will help, as the Aedes aegypti mosquito is a fessionals daytime biter with peak periods Hot weather conditions of biting around sunrise and sunset. It may bite at any time To prevent mosquito bites, wear long pants and long sleeves. of the day and is often hidden
inside homes or other dwellings, especially in urban areas. International Anti-Dengue Day is observed every year on June 15th. The idea was first agreed upon in 2010 with the first event held in Jakarta, Indonesia in 2011. Further events were held in 2012 in Yangon, Myanmar and in 2013 in Vietnam. Goals are to increase public awareness about dengue, mobilize resources for its prevention and control and to demonstrate the Asian region’s commitment in tackling the disease.
Dengue History
The first recognized Dengue epidemics occurred almost simultaneously in Asia, Africa and North America in 1780’s shortly after the identification and naming of the disease in 1779. The viral etiology and the transmission of mosquitoes were only deciphered in the 20th Century.
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concealed bleeding or to stop bleeding (by cold
DO'S AND DONT'S FOR PATIENTS If you or any family member is suffering from suspected dengue fever, it is important to carefully watch yourself or relative for the next few days, since this disease can rapidly become very serious and lead to a medical emergency. The complications associated with Dengue Fever/Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever usually appear between the third and fifth day of illness. You should therefore watch the patient for two days even after fever disappears.
WHAT TO DO
Keep body temperature below 39oC. Give the patient paracetamol (not more than four times in 24 hours) as per the dose prescribed below:
Give large amounts of fluids (water, soup, milk, juice) along with the patient.s normal diet.
WHAT NOT TO DO Do not give Aspirin or Brufen for treatment of fever. Avoid giving intravenous therapy before there is evidence of haemorrhage and bleeding. Avoid giving blood transfusion unless indicated, reduction in haematocrit or severe bleeding. Avoid giving steroids. They do not show any benefit. Do not use antibiotics. Do not change the speed of fluid rapidly, i.e., avoid rapidly increasing or rapidly slowing the speed of fluids. Insertion of nasogastric tube to determine
The patient should take complete rest.Immediately consult a doctor if any of the following manifestations appear: Red spots or points on the skin; bleeding from the nose or gums; frequent vomiting; vomiting with blood; black stools; sleepiness; constant crying; abdominal pain;excessive thirst (dry mouth);pale, cold or clammy skin;difficulty in breathing.
WHAT NOT TO DO Do not wait in case the above symptoms appear. Immediately consult a doctor. It is crucial to quickly get treatment in case of these complications. Do not take Aspirin or Brufen or Ibubrufen.
In India‌
Dengue virus was isolated in Japan in 1943 by inoculation of serum of patients in suckling mice3 and at Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1944 from serum samples of US soldiers4. The first epidemic of clinical dengue-like illness was recorded in Madras (now Chennai) in 1780 and the first virologically proved epidemic of DF in India occurred in Calcutta and Eastern Coast of India in 1963-196457. In 1996, the first major outbreak of Dengue fever occurred in Delhi, where more than 10,000 cases and 400 deaths were reported. Outbreaks and deaths have been reported from Northern states of Haryana, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, Southern states of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, western states of Gujarat and Rajasthan and eastern state of West Bengal. Infact, case fatality rate has been above 1% over last 10 years.
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ugly clash Between Babu's Le Merdien vs NDMC
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as the Home Minister Rajnath Singh misguided by his “blue-eyed” bureaucrat on the Le MeridianNDMC (New Delhi Municipal Corporation) controversy that had caused last week rumblings in the ministry? Did the "blue-eyed" bureaucrat tried to settle "personal score" with his batch-mate who was earlier heading NDMC? The Prime Minister Narendra Modi not only ordered for transfer of Home Secretary L C Goyal (who preferred pre-mature retirement but was persuaded to join in the ITPO) and Additional Secretary A K Singh but also appointed Rajiv Mehrishi as new Secretary. Sources say Singh had come to know only at the “last moment” when the PMO (Prime Minister Office) was to announce Mehrishi’s appointment.
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Earliar, Justice Misra’s opinion to grab the “opportunity” was “fully “endorsed by then NDMC’s boss Shrivastava to end long pending “tax disputes” and improve the corporation’s “funds”. Due to tax disputes, the hotel had stopped payment for last 13 years. Justice’s Misra’s in his opinion dated April 20, this year said: “In prevailing facts and circumstances when NDMC is deriving optimum revenue by way of license fee and interest in reference to the interpretation of the interim order dated 18/05/2001 in IA (Interlocutory Application) No. 3705/2000 in Suit No. 610/2000, therefore, NDMC is being advised not to oppose for the sake of opposition the present interim application filed for passing compromise decree of suit under order XXIII rule of CPC (Civil Procedure Code). Accordingly, Learned Standing
Counsel (SC) Shri Manish Mohan may be requested to assist the Hon’ble Court to pass an appropriate order in proposed interim application in suit no 610/2000 (listed on 21/4/2015) at the pleasure of Hon’ble Court.” Earlier, Justice Misra, citing background of the case in the same opinion noted: “The long pending litigation concerning license fee is pending in different forms in High Court of Delhi. Suit No. 1793/1990 and thereafter Civil Writ Petition No. 7163/1999 filed by M/s C J International Hotels Ltd (Meridian’s parent company) were failed and ultimately Suit No 610/2000 which is pending adjudication in High Court for more than one and half decade. An interim order dated 18/05/2001 was passed by the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi (Justice S K Mahajan) disposing interim application namely IA No.
The settlement of long standing licence fee disputes between Meridien and NDMC by Shrivastava in March this year was “objected” by Singh and he ordered “inquiry” into the matter. Since Home Ministry is nodal agency for the NDMC, it comes under purview. Jalaj Shrivastava Court documents exclusively accessed by NCR LIFE reveal that the “primafacie” no irregularity was committed in the Meridian-NDMC case. The matter, however, was given the twist of “controversy”, according to sources, due to rivalry between two senior IAS officials, ex-NDMC Chairperson Jalaj Shrivastava and ex Additional Secretary, Union Territories, Anant Kumar Singh. Both belong to 1984 batch and come from UT (Union Territory) and UP (Uttar Pradesh) cadre respectively. . Correspondent has accessed the Certified Copy of the High Court decree prepared on 27th July, 2015 which refers to some "joint petition" - the fact is that no such joint petition was ever filed. Even the petition filed by NDMC on 31.07.2015 makes it clear from the notings of the exChairperson of NDMC Jalaj Shrivastava referred therein.
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home secretary goyal objected the procedure The settlement of long standing licence fee disputes between Meridien and NDMC by Shrivastava in March this year was “objected” by Singh and he ordered “inquiry” into the matter. Since Home Ministry is nodal agency for the NDMC, it comes under purview. Singh later ordered “inspections” into NDMC’s affairs (by the time Shrivastava had already complete two years tenure and posted in Ministry of Agriculture) and later recommended CBI probe. This move, however, was objected by the then Home Secretary Goyal on grounds of procedure. This led to “ugly clash” in the ministry as Home Minister backed Singh in the matter by supporting CBI probe. The closeness between Singh and Home Minister was well known in the Ministry as former not only
belongs to later home state of UP but has served in his office when later was Chief Minister between 20002002. Singh had joined Home Ministry in December 2014 after Rajnath became Home Minister. Documents reveal that the so-called "settlement" between Meridian-NDMC never actually happened in the way it is being purposefully presented but after following due process of law. It was basically implementation of the court’s orders in the caseon 18.05.2001, which was not done for the last 14 years due to unknown reasons. The most important part of the process was the ‘”legal opinion” tendered by NDMC’s Chief Advisor (Law) Justice R B Misra and several rounds of high level meetings held in the corporation to discuss the issue.
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cover story wisdom has prevailed, on the part of M/s C J International Hotels Ltd/plaintiff which have come forward to get the dispute resolved amicably at least at this stage,” Justice Misra opined, providing the context for compromise settlement. The then NDMC’s Chairperson made a lengthy handwritten note, dated April 20, 2015, on (Retd) Justice Misra’s opinion. He said: “Broadly I agree with the aforesaid. We had a single bench and DB (double bench) judgment over a decade back and then approached the apex court with a caveat. For some reason, pending the outcome of the suit, M/s C J International have been stalling due payments for over 13 years, on the basis of one
“However with efforts of officials of NDMC though at very late stage, NDMC has been successful in creating congenial atmosphere for realization of a considerable amount of revenue (comprising of about 50 % is by way of arrear of licence fee and 50 % by way of interest).
3075/2000 with observations.” “The interim relief by and large was in favour of M/s CJ International Hotels Ltd (plaintiff). Generally, the party as plaintiff makes an endeavour to prolong litigation after obtaining interim relief from the court and always look forward to get finalization of suit in its favour. It appears in Suit No 610/2000, issues are yet to be framed, written submissions and replications are to be exchanged and evidences are to be adduced. However it may take considerable time in finalization of said suit. Nothing substantial
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could be derived from order dated 18/05/2001 as aforesaid by NDMC during last fifteen years,” Justice Misra opined. “However with efforts of officials of NDMC though at very late stage, NDMC has been successful in creating congenial atmosphere for realization of a considerable amount of revenue (comprising of about 50 % is by way of arrear of licence fee and 50 % by way of interest). M/s C J International Hotels Ltd as plaintiff still could have endeavoured to prolong litigation to avoid payment of such substantial license fee and interest amount. Somehow
“modification” after another. After reflecting on possible reasons for C J International’s sudden change in stand, he noted: “As of now, a major, almost unprecedented recovery of dues has happened. It is strictly in conformity with the court orders of long past and we are admitting in next court of hearing absolutely nothing beyond (i) compliance of old orders, (ii) leaving to court to adjudicate on pending dues towards a final settlement.” “It must be impressed upon the court that we are not in that sense “compromising” outside the court but merely carrying
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ppearing on the NDMC’s behalf, SC Manish Mohan, referred to these notes in the court of Justice Jayant Nath where the NDMC-Meridian case was being heard. Based on these submissions, Justice Nath, in his order dated April 21, 2015 said: “This in an application under Order 23 Rule 3 CPC filed by the plaintiff. By the present application it is pointed out in view of the correspondence with defendant including letter dated 02/03/2015 and 26/03/2015 written by the plaintiff to the defendant, the matter with the defendant has been sorted out and to date arrears of license fee of Rs 150,92,43,676/ have been paid to the defendant in satisfaction
of the full license dues and interest payable up to year 2013-14.” “Learned senior counsel for the plaintiff submits that the plaintiff will continue to abide by the terms of the interim order passed on 18/05/2001 in this suit on the basis of which the defendant has communicated the calculations on the license fee as calculated by the defendant. Learned counsel for the defendant confirms above position. Accordingly the suit is disposed of in terms of the said satisfaction as stated by the parties. In view of the satisfaction as recorded above, a decree is passed in terms of the cor-
respondence between the parties which are attached to the application. Suit and all pending application stand disposed of accordingly,” Justice Nath said in his order.
However the fact the Estate department is just an “accounting” department and has no legal expertise to interpret 2001 ïnterim order” The amount of Rs 150 crores were arrived only on the basis of NDMC’s Chief Law (Advisor) Misra’s interpretation of 2001 “interim order” on methodology to calculate GTO (Gross Turn Over). out old court orders in the spirit of DB (Double Bench)’s last orders; particularly when the advice from Revenue Collection and Legal standing view point is not to prefer an appeal for sake of litigation,” he further noted. “To that end, we may submit to the court, accly (accordingly). If any other hotel wants to raise these issues in support of closure, while prima facie all cases are distinct from each other and to be treated on their own merits. We should certainly attempt to bring all pending litigations to a closure within the legal framework and towards maximising revenues for NDMC,” he concluded. The NDMC, however, has now challenged Justice Nath’s order, starting another round of never ending litigation. Two of the grounds mentioned by NDMC in application moved in Delhi High Court in July 2015 have no strong basis, as per NDMC officials. First point is that the SC (standing counsel) Mohan had no authorization” to settle dispute, which is contrary to NDMC’s Law Advisor Misra’s note.
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Second, the NDMC’s Estate records reveal pending dues of Rs 600 crores - which is a calculation done on 27/07/2015 and annexed with the latest petition - whereas settlement has been made only for 150 crores. However the fact the Estate department is just an “accounting” department and has no legal expertise to interpret 2001 ïnterim order” The amount of Rs 150 crores were arrived only on the basis of NDMC’s Chief Law (Advisor) Misra’s
interpretation of 2001 “interim order” on methodology to calculate GTO (Gross Turn Over). As per the agreement between NDMC and CJ International, each year it has to pay 21% of GTO as taxes. Further, the outcome of Le Meridian's stand is also that it is agreeable to pay licence fee at the rate of 21% of GTO which they had initially challenged.
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Pratap Bhanu Singh
CSR professional with a global outreach “Improved performance in the social sector for generating sustainable livelihoods through encouraging high standard of living and enhanced income, in order to play an important role in nation-building” – in this issue we are talking about Pratap Bhanu Singh, Advisor – CSR & Sustainability Ircon Infrastructure & Services Limited
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technocrat over the past two and half decades, Pratap Bhanu Singh has led morethan multiple projects in multiple sectors all across the country, covering an area of 14 states on Planning, Advisory, Monitoring & Evaluation, Base Line/Socio- Economic/Need
driven visionary who has consistently demonstrated an ability to solve the most complex problems comprehensively, Generated funds in CSR and Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R&R) Projects and showcased practical results through which he has been regularly able to develop value alignment across complex stakeholder interests, thus enabling project proponents and stakeholders to find sustainable common ground and move forward. His other work includes leading a paradigm-shifting transition that facilitated exponential increases in indigenous business and economic development throughout the country. More recently, he has been a practical pathfinder helping the businesses to successfully integrate
Pratap Bhanu Singh has led more than multiple projects in multiple sectors all across the country, covering an area of 14 states on Planning, Advisory, Monitoring & Evaluation, Base Line/Socio- Economic/Need Assessment/Impact Assessment Survey, vocational training, Awareness generation workshops and Millennium Development Programs on CSR, Sustainability and R&R, Reporting and Disclosure on the GRI pattern. Assessment/Impact Assessment Survey, vocational training, Awareness generation workshops and Millennium Development Programs on CSR, Sustainability and R&R, Reporting and Disclosure on the GRI pattern. Also, he’s been helping clients to innovate and succeed in difficult and challenging circumstances. His innovation, Leadership and entrepreneurial skills have been demonstrated across dozens of projects and several start-ups, including the one that featured on the front page of the Business World Journal. An action-oriented and results-
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social and economic value creation into their business models. He is a Fellow, Consultant and Advisor for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) R&R at leading and star rated National and International Not for Profit Organisations. He has also taken frequent lecture nationwide on CSR, Sustainability and R&R for Public and Private Sectors and has provided volunteer support to numerous local, national and international organizations as well as supporting various community / social organizations. Mr. Singh has been Recognised Translator Editor in English to
Hindi and vice- versa, trained from Central Translation Bureau, Raj Bhasa Vibhag, Ministry of Home, qualified and experienced in Quality Assurance Services, ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management System, Internal Quality Audit, Total Quality Management(TQM) trained from Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). and holds Masters degree in Business Administration (International Marketing), Sociology, and English. An MBA from a premier Institute, chosen Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Development (SD) as the area of passion. A GRI trained sustainability reporting specialist, helped several leading PSUs to prepare sustainability reports based on GRI guidelines. He is also well versed with other ESG reporting frameworks. While handling the projects of Government of India he measured the outcomes and impact of their CSR interventions based on Human Development Index (HDI) i.e. Health, Education, Income Generation/Livelihood and, Environment, Skill Development, Vocational Training, Woman Empowerment, Agricultural Development, Improving Primary Education, awareness of HIV/AIDs programmes, SGSY projects of Ministry of Rural Developments, and came out with more than 20 case studies and prepared Detailed Project Reports (DPR) for Private and Public sectors by conducting Participatory Rural Appraisal, Focused Group Discussions and in depth interviews with different stakeholders of the company. Not only this, he has also proposed several new projects to the company by doing need-assessment study among the community.
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DENTAL TABOOS Dr Akshay Bhushan & Dr Namrata Agarwal practicing at Smilework Dental Studio located at Ghaziabad, Delhi & Gurgaon have busted some common dental myths.
Dr Akshay Bhushan
Dr Namrata Agarwal
FACT- Keeping your natural teeth for as long as possible is very important for proper eating and chewing functions. There MYTH – I brush my teeth twice a day, then also I have got are several options available for missing teeth, such as dentures, cavities partial dentures, dental imFACT – It’s not just about the plants and fixed dental bridges. However, these alternatives can frequency of brushing but also about how you brush your teeth. be much more expensive than saving your tooth . Tooth decay is often associated with sweet and sticky food MYTH – Dental Procedures and drink. Recent research has are always painful shown that the important factor is not how many sweets are FACT – Most dental proeaten but rather how often they cedures are nowadays done are eaten. Hence rinsing after every meal is advised along with under local anesthesia and using advanced tools and techniques. proper brushing. Hence the dental experience MYTH – Scaling/removal of nowadays is painless. tartar loosens the teeth MYTH - When the gums bleed, it is better not to brush the FACT –. Tartar causes teeth. inflammation of the gums and can lead to bone resorption. FACT - Bleeding of gums Scaling removes the tartar and is a sign that they are inflamed hence keeps the teeth and gums and are not healthy. This usually healthy. In certain severe cases, after removal of this tartar there is a result of plaque and food particles accumulating around might be slight mobility of the teeth. However this is necessary the teeth. Until this collection is removed, the gums continue to to ensure recovery of the health bleed. Hence brushing the teeth of the supporting oral tissues. with a soft toothbrush and visit to the dentist for opinion and MYTH- Removal of the uptreatment is a must. per teeth affects vision. FACT- This is a misconception. Vision is not affected in any way by undertaking treatment of the upper teeth including its extraction.
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MYTH – Removal of the Tooth is Better than Getting a Root Canal treatment
MYTH – If the tooth is not painful, there is no need for a root canal treatment. FACT – Sometimes after the
acute phase is over, the decayed tooth may not be painful. However if the infection reaches the tooth pulp/nerve, then a root canal treatment is mandatory. MYTH – Regular use of tooth pick to remove food deposits after meals is normal FACT- You must be very careful when using toothpicks because they can damage the gums and other soft tissues in your mouth and can also widen the gap between the teeth. MYTH - Milk teeth need not be cared for because they last only for a few years, and anyways these teeth will be replaced by permanent teeth. FACT - Early loss of milk teeth will interfere with chewing and affect the child’s nutrition. Also it leads to drifting of the adjacent teeth and closure of some of the space that is required for the succeeding permanent teeth to erupt into. This results in irregular positioning and crowding of permanent teeth. MYTH: There is no need of visiting a dentist if there is no visible problem with my teeth. FACT: You must see your dentist at least twice a year, no matter in whichever condition your teeth are at the moment. Sometimes, only a dentist can see a possible problem, and it is always better to start the treatment in earlier stages.
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f you are thinking to buy the garment in Delhi the first word that coming in the mind is Sarojini Nagar. It’s the best place where you can get the branded items at cheap rate. It’s a major shopping hub for both the regular shopper and the fashion freaks. Sarojini nagar has been in existence for many years and has seen Delhi change its shopping sense, fashion trends and is a witness to the organic growth of the myriad fashion
PURCHASERS’S PARADISE
Sarojni nagar WHERE EVERYONE LIKES TO DO SHOPPING
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brands & retail stores. Sarojini Nagar boasts a plethora of choices for both the end customers ranging from hairclips to football jerseys for the sports fanatics. The only drawback, however, is the lack of trial rooms in most of the retail outlets. The end customer has to make the best bet and rely on his/her own expertise and judgments while selecting a particular product. The place is the most famous & the revered shopping destination for almost the entire city’s population and continues to hold its position on the high pedestal since it has rarely turned away a customer in disappointment.
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aidu was the first Indian women to become the president of INC and first women to become the governor of up state. Sarojini Naidu also known by the subsequent “The Nightingale of India” was an Independence activist and the poet. Naidu was a great patriot, Politician, orator and the administrator. Not only that but she was one of the precious stones of the world. Sarojini chattopadhyay, later Naidu belonged to a Bengali family of Kulin Brahmins. But her father Agorenath Chattopadhyay, after receiving a doctor of science degree from Edinburgh University settled in Hyderabad Sarojini’s mother Barada Sundari Devi was a poetess baji and was in a habit to write poetry in Bengali. She was eldest among the eight siblings. Since her childhood Sarojini was a brilliant student and was very proficient in urdu, telugu, Bengali and Persian at the age of twelve she attained national fame when she topped the matriculation examination at Madras University. Her father wanted her to become a mathematician or a Scientist but she was interested in poetry instead. Once she was working on an algebra problem and could not find the solution, she decided to take a break and wrote her first poetry. With her family support she wrote the play ‘Maher Muneer in the Persian language. Dr chattopodhyay distributed some copies among his friends and sent one copy to nawab of Hyderabad. The Nizam was highly impressed and the college gave her a
scholarship to study abroad. During her stay in England Sarojini met Dr. Govindarajulu Naidu and fall in love with him. After completing the studies at the age of 19, she got married to him, during the time when intercaste marriage were not allowed. Her major contribution was in the felid of poetry. In 1905 she published ‘BULBULEHIND’ and the ‘THE BIRD OF TIME’ and ‘THE BROKEN WING’ Rabindra Nath Tagore and Jawahar Lal Nehru were among the admirers of her work. Then in 1916 she met Mahatam Gandhi and totally directed her energy to the fight for freedom. She would roam around the country like General of the Army and pour enthusiasm among Indians. The independence of India became heart & soul of her work. She was responsible for awaking the women of India. She bought them out of the kitchen. In 1925, she chaired Summit of congress in Kanpur. In 1931 she participated in the round table summit along with Gandhi and Pandit Malaviya ji. In 1942, she was arrested during the “Quit India” protest and stayed in jail for 21 months with Gandhi ji. Sarojini Nagar is a neighborhood in south west Delhi India. It was one of the sites of the 29th October 2005 Delhi bombings. The place is very close to Safdarjung airport which is serviced by the INA underground station of Delhi metro. Prior to the adoption of the name, Saorjini Nagar was called Vinay Nagar and also Beena Nagar, this colony is enriched by Safdarjung Enclave, South Extension Laxmibai Nagar, Naroji Nagar,Chanakyapuri & Neta ji Nagar.
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market Babu Market is situated at the North-West region of the Sarojini Nagar Market. This market includes garments and clothes shops facing each other in 4 rows.
BABU MARKET Babu Market is located at the north west corner of Sarojini Nagar Market, it has four rows of enclosed shops facing each other. Most of the shops in the market are either of garment or clothes.
WHAT DOES SAROJIN NAGAR OFFER TO GIRLS
• Only market where girls can get Zara & mango apparel at 1/4th its original price. • Latest Fashion Trends • Wide variety from comfy PJs to chiffon gowns • Jewelleries, earrings, Necklace • Hair Accessories • Great food to bring on delight • Best market place to test bargaining skills • More stock in less spending.
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SUBZI MARKET The far south end of Sarojini Nagar is Subzi market. The market is famous for its fresh fruits and vegetables in the south west Delhi. The parking lot is right behind the market facing the government girls senior secondary school.
CENTRAL MARKET Facing the Subz Market is the section of central market which is famous for the furniture shops & general stores. The place is also a delight for the street food lovers and one can always find the tikki, chat, kulfi and samosa vendors in the market.
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Why karkardooma get its name... Anjali Singh
Imagine the area about 150 years ago. There was a twin Karkari village, just across the border in today’s Uttar Pradesh. This Karkari was inhabited by people belonging to ‘dom’ or ‘dum’ community so the name ‘Karkar Dooma’ evolved.
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he area is a paradox of sorts for most Delhiites. It has a district court, a number of private and government medical facilities, several public schools, and the relatively recent addition: a Metro station. This tongue twister of an area — Karkardooma — in Delhi’s eastern fringe has always puzzled people with its confounding origin. There is a Karkari Mor nearby and interestingly, there is a Karkari road too, which should ideally lead to a ‘Karkari village’ or a ‘Karkari colony’. The newly urbanised Karkardooma was earlier known as ‘Karkar Dooman’ as shown in an old Delhi map of 1912 but was always called ‘Karkari’ in popular usage. A shopkeeper, said, “Imagine the area about 150 years ago. There was a twin Karkari village, just across the border in today’s Uttar Pradesh.
This Karkari was inhabited by people belonging to ‘dom’ or ‘dum’ community so the name ‘Karkar Dooma’ evolved.” Things started changing after 1964, when Delhi Development Authority (DDA) acquired land for development. Till then, it was a rustic settlement of about 300 houses surrounded by agricultural land dotted with large number of wells and trees. “The urbanisation process did not stop with just half built and kutcha houses of the village changing into fully built houses. Traditional ways of life including the institutions of ‘numerdar’ and ‘pradhanji’ (heads) too have changed,” The railway line towards Ghaziabad via Anand Vihar came around 1964 but the landscape changed rapidly after 1970 when the planned colonies started sprawling. Today, with the Metro station occupying prominent place, people tend to forget its original namesake.
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ife is full of paradoxes. We are in an age where ‘Suno nahi dekho Don’t listen, see for yourself)’ drives every aspect of life and ‘seeing is believing’ as its credo, someone leading you to imbibe what is contrary to it, sounds like sowing rose in desert. But, believe me, this is what dilli ka sabse bada vella Rocky. Radio, which acquired a singular distinction of being a lone mode of entertainment with reach crisscrossing the length and breadth of the country, continues to hold its charm; thanks largely to the splurge of the private radio stations and more particularly to the FMs. The Radio as a means of entertainment industry has changed the tenor of entertainment in India as when the media was trying to spread its wings through television by launching private channels like Zee Tv, Sony Tv giving viewers a new trend of entertainment in the late nineties. By the new millennium year approaching year 2000, news channels like Aajtak, Star News with ABP tie up which is now ABP news have shown the new way of bringing news to Indians.
Arguably the best Delhi ka sabse bada vella Rocky in a candid conversation with ANJALI SINGH... If you are not R.J. what would you like to be? I would have liked to become an actor. What is your jorney to become a R.J. During my college days I had a dream to become an actor. So after completing the college I went ti Mumbai for auditions. But life was full of struggle & lack of opportunities so I came back to Delhi and had given the audition for red jaipur and got selected and now I am doing waila panti dotcom. Have you done any film or t.v ? Yes, I have have done a film which was released on 18 of September called merathiya gangster and I have also shot with the cast of diya and baati when they were in Delhi. Which is your favorite hang out place in Delhi? Mandi house with a cup of tea. Which is your favorite food ? I love eating murthal ke paranthe
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with lots of white butter . Who is your favorite R.J. ? R.J. Nitin but all are good. Which is your favorite sport ? I like hockey but as an Indian I love cricket and I have played cricket at university level. Did you feel bad that people don’t know you by your face but just connect with your voice? No it’s a good thing because people only connect themselves with my voice so I can live an ordinary life. How to describe rocky? Ek Haryana ka deshi ladka jo ab delhi ke dil me rehta hai basically jo ab delights ho gaya hai and wo jo generator ke sound par bhi dance kar sakta hai. Who is your favorite Cricketer? Rahul Dravid. Who is your favorite actor? Shahrukh khan.
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NCR NEWS October 22 Delhi to become Car Free The Delhi government has declared that Delhi too will become the car free zone between Red Fort and India Gate on October 22, 2015. Transport Minister Gopal Rai asked the transport department to modify the formalities and make further arrangements for organizing the event. The government is also planning to observe the 22nd of every month as car free day and promote Sustainable Development of the city, like Gurgaon, where the administration has declared every Tuesday a car free day.
Metro construction affecting Environment The expanding Delhi Metro’s network has been affecting the green coverage of the city. Delhi has seen the felling of 40000 trees till date while 04 Lakh saplings have been planted to compensate the loss. Reduction in the trees have not only resulted in the enhancement of the carbon dioxide in the present environment but has also affected the air quality which is full of dust and harmful pollutants including ozone, carbon monoxide and sulpur dioxide.
Illegal Construction There are approximately 4000 mobile towers installed in areas under the jurisdiction of the three municipal corporations in Delhi are illegal. Maximum of such illegal structures among three civic bodies have been found in areas coming under the South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) comprising of four zones - South, Central, West and Najafgarh. The maximum number of such illegal towers have been found in the Central Zone. For NDMC, the number is much lower, with only 20 towers having been sealed this financial year. "A lot of the cases are in court and we are waiting to get it cleared soon. Further we will take the actions accordingly," an NDMC senior official said.
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NDMC’s vision for smart city The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has showcased its vision to build its area into a Smart City for making the effective and efficient utilization of naturally scarce resources like water and energy. The chairman of the NDMC, Naresh Kumar explained Urban Development and Housing Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on how Delhi's smallest civic body planned to transform it into a Smart City, an NDMC statement said. Naidu asked the NDMC to adhere to timelines for completing the project. He also called upon NDMC to have an inclusive Smart City Plan to focus on slum redevelopment. The city will turn into an efficient, livable and sustainable urban area and smart mobility and governance. There is also a provision of involving smart LED Lighting, harvesting solar power, Wi-fi services, smart video surveillance, intelligent parking and water management.
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Prime Minister’s view of Sustainable Development Goals
Non Stop Flight from Delhi to San Francisco Air India is planning to launch a new flight from New Delhi to San Francisco directly since December which will run thrice a week, covering of distance of 16 hours. Currently Air India operates daily non – stop flights to Chicago & New York (from New Delhi) and Newark (from Mumbai). In the past, other Indian airlines, too, have explored connectivity with the US west coast. Air India operated flights to Los Angeles through Frankfurt, while Jet Airways briefly flew to San Francisco via Shanghai. Though Kingfisher Airlines considered starting a Bengaluru-San Francisco flight, the plan didn't take off.
During addressing a special summit of the United Nation the Prime Minister Modi classified the schemes of financial inclusion, education and skill development, direct benefits transfer, and pension schemes for the vulnerable among the initiatives that would promote sustainable development in all cross the globe. He claimed that, It is not just about fulfilling the needs of the poor and upholding their dignity, nor about assuming moral responsibility, but realizing that the very goal of a sustainable future cannot be accomplished without addressing the problem of poverty.
Swati Maliwal: Use Rail budget fund for installing CCTV Cameras in Train
The DCW chairperson, Swati Maliwal, suggested to use the budget of Railway for installation of CCTV in the trains rather than the Nirbhaya budget (was allocated for safety and empowerment of women after December 16, 2012 Delhi gang-rape incident), in an open letter to the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.“Installation of the CCTV cameras at train coaches is a very good initiative but we are not sure of whether it is right to use the money from the Nirbhaya Fund for that as that can be done from the budget amount allocated to Railways," said Maliwal in her letter to PM.
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society
Women
‘cries’are ‘phoncy’ She should use her womanhood as a tool for opportunism rather than empowerment. Anjali Singh
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he modern woman needs to take heed of the saying: “With great power comes great responsibility”. There seems to be a pattern in women, who selectively play the victim when it suits the purpose. After years of being in a live-in relationship, she accuses her ex-partner of rape. Married women who want out of marriage accuse their husbands and their in-laws of abuse. Later these charges are found to be untrue. To make matters worse, society reinforces her victimhood. The issue here is that the modern Indian woman is forced to victimize herself to be heard. She is obligated to prove her helplessness. She is compelled to have a shaky voice and shed crocodile tears. But the notion that these theatrics of female helplessness that presumably will evoke the savior instinct, is quickly becoming defunct. Like the boy who cried “the sky is falling” too often, the modern woman stands to lose authenticity of her call for help, especially when the real wolf appears.
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By setting up women in the power to accuse, but not to be accused, the Indian society is jeopardizing the fate of its daughters. Moreover, this duplicity is also usurping the rights of the less fortunate people who actually, don’t have a voice. Why is there such a vicious systemization of woman’s victimhood in contemporary India? French writer Simone de Beauvoir wondered whether what drives this victimhood is the universal fear of losing femininity. She asserted that every female is not necessarily a woman in the gendered sense. To be considered so, she must share in that mysterious and threatened reality known as “femininity”. Does this mean India is afraid to lose its women even as it pretends to empower them? Is the Indian woman, and consequently, her sanskaar being sacrificed at the altar of feminism? Is that why she must play her part, however dubiously, even as she makes gains in the modern society? For centuries, Indian writers have made a sincere attempt to understand the Indian woman and give her a place in our social fabric. For example, Hindu mythology has more than one archetype of a woman. There’s Durga-the angry dark one, Saraswati-
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In the 2003 essay titled “Against Love,” Laura Kipnis, a film studies professor and a feminist cultural critic, asked, “What becomes of students so committed to their vulnerability, conditioned to imagine they have no agency? the quintessential nerd, and Laxmi-the material girl. The Hindu woman is the manifestation of Prakriti, the complementary half of Purusha-in Ardhnarishwar. In Ramayana alone the variety is endless; Manthara, Kaikeyi, Sita, Shur-
panakha, to name a few. Vyasa chose a lustful and proud woman, a princess called Draupadi to be the heroine of his magnum opus Mahabharata. Her mother-in-law, Kunti is a politically savvy king maker - a precursor to our women politicians of today.
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society This is the first step towards laying claim to her humanity as a whole. Besides, we must be cognizant of the prescient words of Doris Lessing who said, almost 40 years ago, that if a woman has to lay claim to being equal to man, then she must be able to proclaim her right to all emotions including those of aggression, hostility, and resentment. Our only Nobel laureate in literature, Tagore described women caught at the crossroads of modernity unable to fully grasp the implications of their newfound roles. He captured eloquently the domestic squabbles and external pressures in the expanding dominion of Indian women. His novels, such as Ghare Baire, forewarned against the cowardly, half-formed woman, who can bring potential ruin to herself and her family. Premchand showed women frustrated in their domesticity and unsure of how to break free as he wrote Godaan. But regardless of these rich descriptions of women and the roles they play, we always end up at square onethe feminine
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ideal that we pay lip service to but never subscribe to. Some of the worst offenders of this are women themselves who deny their own nature against all odds. In their kitchens and courtyards, they crib and gossip and fume and plot to their hearts content, but in society, they refute all such claims playing the role of caring, nonbeings that they themselves know they aren’t but somehow should be. In the land of multiple goddesses and tempestuous heroines, we seem to be suffering from collective amnesia on the complexity of woman and wholeness of her being. Modern Indian woman is also additionally saddled by
the western stereotyping of her gender. The fairy tales that she grew up with, rooted in Victorian provincialism, told her that there is only one valid type of woman in the worldthe timid, fair lady who waits for her prince to rescue her. If she is not this, then she is a witch. If she is jealous then she is the evil step-sister. She is beautiful when subservient and ugly when assertive. That is why when the modern woman catches herself in the mirror, she tries to paint herself into a beatific self she is probably not. This self-belief of being angelic, of being feminine, as the world prescribes is important for her to be human. Her humanity is dwarfed by the fairy tale theatre of damsels in distress. In the 2003 essay titled “Against Love,” Laura Kipnis, a film studies professor and a feminist cultural critic, asked, “What becomes of students so committed to their vulnerability, conditioned to imagine they have no agency?” The essay was published in a chronicle
for higher studies concerning regulations limiting romantic or sexual relationships between students and faculty. The essay suffered from backlash but she did make a very valid point; consensual sex is messy. Indeed the idea of seeing grey when the canvas is universally black and white is intellectually befuddling. But this should not prevent us from discussing them as issues of adult life that plague both men and women equally. That a woman can get her hands dirty and take responsibility for her decisions favours reconceptualisation of the idea of feminine. Restructuring roles forms the very basis of the evolving relationship between the man and woman. The need of the hour is that women do away with the assumption of “abla nari”, a presupposition for all, regardless of age, education or social background. This is the first step towards laying claim to her humanity as a whole. Besides, we must be cognizant of the prescient words of Doris Lessing who said, almost 40 years ago, that if a woman has to lay claim to being equal to man, then she must be able to proclaim her right to all emotions including those of aggression, hostility, and resentment.
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LAKE OF LAMENTABLE LACK ANJALI SINGH
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ictions are sometimes stranger than facts. Let us make you realize the truth of this tragic irony. You may squirm in disbelief, but truth remains. Otherwise, have you ever heard or imagined of a lake without boat or the garbage dump floating freely along the banks! It sounds to be a misnomer; but hold on. There is a fascinating lake named Bhalswa, situated at the north-eastern end of Delhi
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where visitors make a beeline to cherish the number of facilities like boating, canoeing, angling and kayaking here. Being one among the top noted lakes in the city, this could have been otherwise the best place for boating and picnic. Situated near Jahangir Puri near northeastern edge of Delhi, it is merely 50 minutes way off the symbol of the national pride- the India Gate. But it entails a bizarre irony. To give it a precise description Bhalaswa was once a lake. As per DDA, Bhalas-
wa Lake in North Delhi is an “adventure complex”, with water sports facilities like kayaking and boating and a golf course in the vicinity. The lake historically fell on the Northern
Biologist Faiyaz Khudsar appears vivid when he says, “Though the lake was not very clean it supported forms of aquatic life. Migratory birds like Grebe and Dapchicks showcased their presence earlier in winter, which is not the sanario now.It also supported various species of fish, the Channa for instance.” Khudsar rules out the possibility that the lake will be able to support aquatic population in the near future. Environmentalist Vinod Jain, who had moved the High Court to save the city’s water bodies, says, “The Delhi Development Authority classifies Bhalaswa as a ‘revived lake’ but at the same time refuses to acknowledge its actual size. In an affidavit in 2004, DDA said the lake was 8,000 square metres but after a revision it admitted in 2006 through a separate
Delhi, the capital of India, has its origin from 1450 B.C. and has been in continuous existence for over a thousand years now. It is a site of many historic capital cities, traces of ten of which survive even today. The city is significant for the role it has played throughout history, having been the centre of an empire for the majority of this millennium. Yamuna floodplain, which was a major source of water, but an embankment created in 1964 cut off supply, say experts. The catchment area has also shrunk after the Bhalaswa landfill site came up. Surprisingly, this lake is comparable in size to Nainital lake, the cynosure of all tourists’ eyes visiting the lake sity ,” says Manu Bhatnagar of INTACH. But it’s pathetic today and the scene is markedly different and may take years to recover. Today, there’s no moisture left at the bottom, and boats meant for tourists lie unutilized. As per tourist source, “The lake had two arms, and the Bhalaswa landfill took over the northern arm. Since the embankment in 1964, the lake has never filled to its optimum capacity. We had created a management plan for the lake but that was never implemented.”
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affidavit that the lake was more than 13,000 square meters.” Interestingly, the government document exhorts the visitors in a fanciful manner. “If you are in mood for some adventurous activities then head to Bhalswa lake. The Delhi Tourism and Transportation Corporation has opened a multi-sports complex at Bhalswa Lake. Some of the adventure activities are parasailing, rock climbing, trekking, water sports including boating and hovercraft rides. Bhalswa Lake is a perfect destination & a favorite hang-out place for family. The Lake never sleeps and remain open on weekends
as well.” Bhalswa lake has no taker as of now. The reason being, thelake has lost its appeal among the tourist. It existed on the DDA land but owes its ‘grandeur’ to the Delhi tourism. But as the adage goes, there is no taker for the victim of misfortune. And this is what exactly happened to this helpless in the near futher lake. Neither the DDA nor the Delhi tourism department ever bothered to pay any caring heed to In between the clash of two cities to establish their holds on the lake, DDA land which was given to Delhi tourism to expand the tourist count on it but both departments are not taking their work seriously It faces a number of insurmountable problems .walls are dilapidated, worn out, dented an irreparably damaged through which people find easy way to defecate, throw the garbage and waste while cow dung dot the space meant for travelers to revel. Tourism is acknowledged as a ‘high growth’ industry globally with over 700 million tourist arrival internationally, the sector accounts for more than US $ 500 billion by way of receipt. Besides, the sector possesses immense income, employment and foreign exchange generation potential, thereby, providing a multiplier effect to the economy. Delhi, the capital of India, has its origin from 1450 B.C. and has been in continuous existence for over a thousand years now. It is a site of many historic capital cities, traces of ten of which survive even today. The city is significant for the role it has played throughout history, having been the centre of an empire for the majority of this millennium. It is an important city in the Indian subcontinent and comparisons have often been made to other great cities of the world. Delhi being National Capital Territory, receives 62% of foreign travellers and NRI visiting India We tried to contact delhi tourism and MLA but non of them didn’t picked our call.
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bollywood
big stars
Ritika Dhawan Bollywood stars are an inspiration for their fans and society ….people follow their lifestyle, and also they follow these bollywood stars are the reallife heroes for many of the fans.Today youth and odldies love and appereciate the activites performed by their models for them. lead a luxurious and very glamorous life …. That’s is why they are very much followed by their fans….whatever activies they indulge in they do that with intense and huge passion that’s why youngsters never miss even a single glimpse of their stars…so today in this special story we are going to reveal your loving stars love for cars ….Top celebrities in India, especially Bollywood actors are owners of some of the most luxurious cars in the world. From the modest Maruti Gypsy to Rolls Royce Phantom- an epitome of luxury, Bollywood has them all.lets us know their intense passion for car.
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Amir khan
Mr Perfectionist Aamir Khan who casts the spell over his audience with every release of him …..whatever amir khan does he does that thing tremendously with great enthusiasm & perfection..….though amir is not that passionate for cars yet after getting some unwanted threats he has recently bought a bomb proof car for special protection from threats received against his TV show Satyamev Jayate. The specially built Mercedes S600 luxury sedan costs a whopping Rs 10 crore….. Aamir Khan now enjoys the distinction of owning the most expensive car in Bollywood.. Except this he is owning terrific collection of brand luxury cars which comprises Rolls Royce Ghost Phantom, Bentley Continental, BMW6, Land Rover Range Rover.
Salman khan
The very dashing and ravishing actor salman khan who is a bigger fitness freak of b town …Girls are fond of salman …but salman khan is truly fond of car The heart throb hunk Abdul Rashid Salim Salman Khan better known as Salman Khan is so passionate for cars ..We all know that Dabangg Khan has great love for bikes but inspite of this he also owns some best luxury cars such as BMW X6 , Audi Q7 , Range Rover and Toyata Land Cruiser. Audi R8, Range Rover Vogue,sallu mia has also amazing collections of bikes. Including Suzuki Intruder M1800 RZ limited edition motorbike, Suzuki Hayabusa.
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Amitabh bachchan
The richest player in land of bollywood with great authoritative personality is mr amitabh bachachan who is admired as a legendary icon. He is Still ruling the roost after nearly five decades in Indian cinema,he is the man who loves to lead luxurious & royal life he is known to have the special collection of 11 cars among actors,including Rolls Royce Phantom, costing Rs 3.5 crore. Lexus lx 470,Toyota land cruiser, Toyota Innova, Toyota Qualis, Bentley Continental GT, Range Rover SUV. He also frequently drives across in a Mini Cooper.
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bollywood
Ranbir kapoor
Sanjay Dutt
Sanjay dutt is one of the most popular star of the bollywood who has been adorned on big screen… Basking in the success of his supporting role in the film Pk, Sanjay Dutt is a happy man these days. He has also been released from jail after spending 3 years in the 1993 serial bom blasts case. Sanju baba is a big fan of sports cars, as he can often be seen from his Ferrari 599 GTB, worth over Rs 3 crore.. sanjay dutt had fascination for supercars from early childhood his passion for cars continued during later life. He ranks high in list of bollywood
those owning dazzling collection of cars. He is known to have possessed luxurious models of BMW 3 series. During his career. He also owned le lx 470 and on the occasion of attaining motherhood his wife presented sanjay the brand new rolls Royce ghost along with this Benltley, Audi A8, R8 Range Rover sports, he is also proud owner of Harley Davidson.
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The chocolate boy of Bollywood Ranbir Kapoor is also very much fascinated about cars and his car collection is amazing. Starting from Audi to Mercedes Benz, he owns several cars which show his passion and love for cars. He usually gets spotted on Bandra road, Mumbai in his cars. Mostly, he himself drives and his friends always tell that he not only collects cars of his choice but also enjoys riding in them. Ranbir Kapoor brought White Audi A8 recently and customized it according to his needs and requirements. Sporting a fancy number MH02CP8000, He even has brilliant Audi R8 which is Red in color.on the flip side of this Ranbir has prestigious Range Rover, new Mercedes-Benz G63. Long back Not only cars, he even has a huge collection of bikes and bicycles. He bought many sport bikes and specially designed bicycles. Whatever the vehicle may be, unlike so many stars, he buys the vehicles and enjoys riding in them.
John abraham
One of the biggest stars in Bollywood, who is idol for many youngsters along with the health he is also damn crazy for supercars and bikes.John Abraham rides superbikes and supercars both on and off the screen. With the explosive success of the original Dhoom, the actor of Irani Zoroastrian descent has slowly been expanding his car and bike collection to amass some incredible exotics and rather expensive daily drivers.john has gorgeous collection of cars comprising audi q7,maruti gypsy audi 3 audi 7, Lamborghini Gallardo,along with supercars he is big fan of superbikes also he has smart collection of bikes including Yamaha rd 350, bullet,Kawasaki zx11 & Yamaha r1.
Akshay kumar Ajay Devgn
He is one actor who is majorly fond of fast cars. Over the years, his acting skills have come up the ranks and so has his collection of cars. Ajay is the owner of the first Maserati Quattroporte in India, costing a cool Rs 1.4 crore.as Ajay in the movies entertains his fans on fast pace in the real life too he likes to be in the fast race …he has Ferrari, Mercedes Z Class, Toyota Celica, Bmw Z4 convertable, one Maserati Quattroporte, one Ferrari.
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Bollywood actors in India are known for the vehicles they own as much as their acting. But the fittest actor in the industry Akshay kumar is exception among all. He remains modest about his appearance and lifestyle. Like his choice of films his luxury collections of car have his fans going gaga over him.so lets takes a sneak peek into his garage. In his collection of cars there are Porsche Cyannie, Bentley, Mercedes, Honda crv on the flip side of this akki is also having smart range of bikes he has Yamaha v max, Harley Davidson which is gifted by John Abraham.
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health
Living beyond menopause
Life begins at menopause Most specific symptoms which disturb women are hot flushes and night sweats. Although they are most disrupting yet they do not cause any health hazard. About 75% of women have these symptoms of variable severity and frequency for variable duration. Always remember these symptoms do not harm women’s health.
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enopause is a physiological event of women life when menses stop due to cessation of reproductive function. Average age of menopause is around 50-51 years and in India it is observed at slightly earlier, 48-49 years so on an average women may expect to spend one-third of her active life in postmenopausal era. Most specific symptoms which disturb women are hot flushes and night sweats. Although they are most disrupting yet they do not cause any health hazard. About 75% of women have these symptoms of variable severity and frequency for variable duration. Always remember these symptoms do not harm women’s health. They usually persist for 1-2 years and decline by 3-5 years. Oestrogen is important hormone in women body which keeps her feminine and protect heart and bone health. Withdrawal of this hormone due to ovarian suppression at menopause leads to symptoms. For these symptoms, one can take hormone therapy
Dr. NutanAgarwal MD, MNAMS, FICOG, FICMCH, FIMSA, FGSI Professor in Deptt of Obstetrics &Gynaecology All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi
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(oestrogen + progesterone) in lowest dosages for short periods under supervision of gynaecologist. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) at menopause was universal panacea in 1980-1990. Promotion of concept was feminine forever. This concept was challenged by some studies. Major concern of public and practitioners is risk of breast cancer with HRT. Although this risk is quite minimal and only in current users for 5 years. Oestrogen plus progesterone both are given for HRT if uterus is present. Those women who already had hysterectomy so no uterus, only oestrogen can be given. Oestrogen may cause uterine cancer and progesterone prevents it. So administration of progesterone along with oestrogen is mandatory if uterus is present. If uterus is not there only oestrogen is sufficient. Oestrogen alone has very-very minimal risk of breast cancer. Current data indicates that progesterone is main culprit for developing breast cancer. HRT is not taken for prevention of cardiovascular disease now whereas it is good for bone health. But its effect on bones persists only till it is taken. So routinely HRT is not
Menopause is time when every women should have checkup. But women has to know that it is physiological event. It is better if she has menopause at right time. It should be considered a start of new life, free from menace of menses, most of the time free from other liabilities also. She can concentrate more on her career and hobbies. prescribed for that purpose. There are other drugs like bisphosphonates which can be taken for bone problems. Preparations are available weekly, monthly and even yearly and can be taken if bones are week and it can be checked by bone mineral density (BMD). Menopause is time when every women should have checkup. But women has to know that it is physiological event. It is better if she has menopause at right time. It should be considered a start of new life, free from menace of menses, most of the time free from other liabilities also. She can concentrate more on her career and hobbies. For every women this is the right time when she can live her life in her own terms. If symptoms are there, HRT can be taken accordingly under supervision of gynaecologist. Bone health can be checked by BMD and treatment can be safely taken if required. There are nutritional supplements specially for postmenopausal women. Take good diet calcium and nutritional supplements and don’t forget for exercise and yoga. This all with regular health checkup and early consultation (if any abnormal symptoms appear) can take you a way to have happier and healthy life after menopause. I personally feel this is the best part of woman’s life free from all liabilities and can really take care of only own-self. Send all kind of gynao problems and queries ncrhealth@gmail.com
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good living
Swasti Tripathi
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here are few feng shui cures as popular - and as universal in their application - as the Laughing Buddha. Used as a feng shui cure for good luck, abundance, happiness, success, good health (well, let’s just say for everything good!); any feng shui bagua area can benefit from the sparkling energy of the Laughing Buddha. You can find the Laughing Buddha in a variety of feng shui products - from statues and bells to keychains and jewelry. If you want to use a statue of the Laughing Buddha in your home, where and how would you place it? What materials should you go
Laughing Buddha in A Good Feng Shui Home for - metal, resin or wood? Does it matter? Yes, every detail matters if you want to create good feng shui in your home. But first, have you asked yourself why is the Buddha actually laughing? Aren’t Buddhas suppose to be serene and peacefully looking within? Apparently not all of them.
INTERSTING (The Laughing Buddha feng shui symbol is based on the story of a Buddhist monk who lived in the 10th century China. He was a
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The most common feng shui use of the Laughing Buddha is as a cure for wealth and good luck. The symbol of Laughing Buddha is considered to bring auspicious energy, wealth and joyful blessings anywhere it is placed, so now you know why you can see at least one Laughing buddha in Chinese restaurants, for example. bit too eccentric for a monk, but his heart was loving and open, and in time he came to be loved by many. He is considered a reincarnation of Gautama Buddha (the historical Buddha); and added the often missing energy of light heartedness, joy and laughter to everyday life. Also called the Happy, the Hotei or the Traveling Buddha, the Laughing Buddha is often depicted with gold ingots, a Wu Lou (Chinese gourd), a sack of treasures or surrounded by children. And, of course, a big belly!) The most common feng shui use of the Laughing Buddha is as a cure for wealth and good luck. The symbol of Laughing Buddha is considered to bring auspicious energy, wealth and joyful blessings anywhere it is placed, so now you know why you can see at least one Laughing buddha in Chinese restaurants, for example. If you want to use a Laughing Buddha statue as a feng shui cure for your home, first decide on best materials and colours for your decor. You can find feng shui statues in a variety of materials, from resin to metal, rock crystal and even porcelain, and the Laughing Buddha statues and figurines are no exception. Would a white color Laughing Buddha look best in your home? Maybe a golden one? Choose a Laughing Buddha statue that helps you attract and
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strengthen the feng shui energy you need. Do you want to attract more wealth energy? Then look for a statue of Laughing Buddha with gold ingots and place it in the Money area of your home. Is your focus on vibrant health? Choose a Laughing Buddha with a Wu Lou in his hand and place the statue in your Health feng shui bagua area. Treat your Laughing Buddha with deference, never place the statue on the floor. One of the best feng shui locations for a Laughing Buddha is close to the front  door, so that you can see it as you come home. It is not a good idea to display your
Buddha in the bathroom or in the bedroom. As Laughing Buddha is considered to be a patron of children, it can be good feng shui to have a small statue in your children’s room (if they like it); or in the study. If you really love the Laughing Buddha energy and are looking to buy a statue for your home, go for a big one, at least 2-3 feet. This way, you would actually be able to rub the Buddha belly for luck! The big Buddha belly that can hold deep laughter, as well as stomach all your troublesand metamorphose them into happiness.
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MISSION
HEALING THE COUNTRY Ritika Dhawan
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ne legendary lady who played many roles in the life. She is the human who truly lives for humanity. This beautiful lady wants to see this beautiful world even after her death that’s why she has taken a noble decision to donate her eyes. Udita Born in 1978 in Moradabad. She got married to Ar. Yogesh Tyagi of Ghaziabad in 1999. She continued pursuing her studies even after an early marriage and with the responsibilities of family. She did B.Ed. and subsequently acquired her Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2009 from Ruhellkhand University Bareilly. She won the Mrs. India Worldwide 2011 first runners
Dr. Udita Tyagi
Doctorate in Chemistry, Social worker, Poetess, Stylist, Entrepreneur, Mrs. India Worldwide 2011 and National President National President and Brand Ambassador. Under her dynamic leadership, she expanded the project into 35 cities. She motivates people how to lead extraordinary lives through the power of living in the moment.
What is success to you and where you find your self in the race of life? Success for me is to answer yourself every night that everyday you were able to contribute something to make this world a better place to live.
India International 2012 held in the city of Atlanta, United States on 25th May 2012. Here she chooses “My Clean India” as a cause for the pea gent. She is the proud mother of two sons, Srajan and Saksahm.
How do you feel becoming poetiess, teacher & social worker. These are the few different roles, I have been assigned by the destiny to play and I’m really enjoying them.
up title and second runner up & Mrs. Congeniality in Mrs. India International 2012 held in the city of Atlanta, United States on 25th May 2012. Here she chooses “My Clean India” as a cause for the pea gent. She is the proud mother of two sons, Srajan and Saksahm. She also taught in various schools & colleges in her teaching career of 13 years, including Moradabad Inter College Moradabad, Dehradun Public School Ghaziabad, ABES Engineering College Ghaziabad, and HRIT Ghaziabad and joined as Director in RCVGIT, Ghaziabad in 2012. In year 2013, she took up the challenge to revive the project “My Clean India” and became
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She inspires with a delightful mix of humor, wisdom, and razor-sharp insight. She has been an indispensable resource in helping people dramatically improve their levels of performance. From teacher to Social Worker to Beauty Queen. As a social worker, she faced lot of struggle convincing parents, school teachers, principals and other strata of society. As she understood the mind-set of people, she realized that people do take note of what celebrities say. With limited resources to carry out the social work, one fine day she decided to become a celebrity and that was the starting of the journey to become the beauty queen …s
Tell us about your working experiences. It has been great till date. Whatever you do, do it with 100% dedication irrespective of the outcome. Share some spacial moment of your journey you have played various roles in your life how challenging it has been? As I said that I’m enjoying the roles I’ve been assigned to play by the destiny and every role has its own challenges. Every moment of this journey has been a special moment and taught me something.
Your favourite car? Volkswagen Beetle From where you got an inspiration to start Clean India Campaign? From Remco Van Sanaten, International Facilitator of My Clean India, who started this project in Naintal in 2007. Whn an Australian can teach us about keeping our country clean, why can’t we do it. Three important things you can't live without? There is nothing you can’t live without. How important women empowerments is in the present scenario & what are the ways to empower women in real sense? It is the need of the hour. You just can’t survive without it in the present scenario. There are many ways to empower someone. Whatever way you choose, the only objective is to develop the CAN DO attitude. Worst day of your life? Still to Come….
Your favourite food? Tandoori
How your day starts? With Havan and Yoga….
Who is a astute leader in your eyes? Narendra Damodardas Modi
You are morning person or night? Morning
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interview Ritika Dhawan
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7 Fitness mantra Yoga- drinking plenty of water and walking. 9 Embarrassing moment When i landed in New York for a party in a black dress and the theme was a white night --i truly stood out and was highlighted for the same.
2. 5 essential things you cant think of your day without My loved ones -my 21 puppies who are my world and of course my close family they constitute my world-my day
11 in an Indian Fashion industry who inspires you There is immense talent in India but i truly love Manish Malhotra and Rohit Bal and their sense of fashion reso-
ashion is not blindly following whats in magazines its knowing how to customise whats in vogue to your body type and enhancing your best features and concealing your worst. Making a fashionable statement is essentially looking your best. We have to personalize and perfect the art of looking our best.
10 Memorable dayEvery day i live is truly special and memorable but surviving 9/11 was something unbelievably crazy and we had 25 models in our loft in Manhattan and for 24 hrs the morbid fear that surrounded us was unreal.
salman is in my life thats he best gift starts ends and revolves around them My cell phones since that connects me with my loved ones and of course my work My lap top connects me to the rest of the world and i do most of my work on my lap top My music- My yoga and meditation session. 3 Favourite hangout places in Delhi NCR I randomly hang out i prefer a quiet home made meal with my close friends. 4 My first crush Spiderman- i was totally in love with spidey n wanted to marry him. 5 tell about your Zodiac sign & its speciality Libra I am.. Oct 1rst born and in every way i try to be balanced and fair in life. 6 if u become Fashion police for a day. What attire would you ban Bell bottoms.
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nates a classic feel thats eternal. 12 Special gift from Salman Khan close to my heart Being there for me-- More than anything material he has given Salmanbhai is the most amazing brother and human being and the best gift is him being there in my life. There are so many moments when he has inspired me to face life and the moral support he has given me is truly priceless.
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style
These methods
fallen free hair & white hair will be too dark Anjali Singh
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oday, due to the vagaries of diet and routine Hair loss is common. If the hairs are shed continuously or prematurely are white, it is a concern. If you are bothered by these problems of the hair, here are some tips reported. The adoption of these tips will increase the lifespan of your hair and white hair will be less.
Massage with sesame oil Amla
If you will massage the hair with regular sesame oil will stop the hair loss. Additionally, the hair will remove whitewash. Sesame oil and ghee made from cow’s milk too early will benefit mistletoe powder mix. This recipe should take before going to bed. If we regularly use a good oil massage of the hair when it benefits significantly increase the lifespan of the hair is a recipe. The blood circulation to the scalp massage and hair Rome organizes become active. Improving the health of hair.
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Onion
Tomato
Onion juice and her warm and keep cool in the hair roots. Before the hair with a towel soaked in hot water and keep covered for a while. Then Find onion juice. After some time, wash the hair with a good shampoo. So regularly. Onion juice is hot off his funk.
Daily bath before you make tomato paste into the hair roots will be the problem of the Russian. This formula strengthens the hair and hair loss are closed. Shortly after applying hair tomatoes and let it be, then wash the hair with a good shampoo.
Make a paste of amla powder and stir in yogurt. Then the paste gently and keep the hair roots. Leave a few minutes and then wash the hair. This regular hair problems are over. Keep these things in mind to prevent white hair People are usually amazed and uproot them have white hair. It should not, because the white hair pulling begin to come more white hair. White hair, white hair cut with scissors should throw good. Keep digestion Sort Stomach disorders can also cause hair white and weakened. If you constipation, indigestion is the problem of triphala powder to cure this disease, regular drink. This will fix problems with the stomach and hair fall.
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parenting
Things Parents Should Know about Their Kids Swasti Tripathi
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arenting is not easy. There are many things which parents must know to make sure that their children do not get into any trouble and they get what they need. Read on to learn about the 10 things parents should know about their kids. One of the most important things that will help you become a successful parent is to keep yourself updated about the important things in your kid’s life. Some aspects are general, while some are specific and need special attention. Always keep in mind that every child is unique and different in one way or another. You will be able to take proper
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care of your child and help her grow appropriately only when you know her completely.
Importance of Knowing Your Child Science of parenting is continuously evolving. We know a lot of things today and are capable of helping our children grow well as compared to our parents. However, there are still many people who turn to their parents or older people for advice on raising their kids. Well, knowing your kid will only help you to fulfill her needs properly, follow right parenting techniques and raise her as better individual.
We know a lot of things today and are capable of helping our children grow well as compared to our parents. However, there are still many people who turn to their parents or older people for advice on raising their kids.
Top 10 Things Parents Should Know About Their Kids Here are the 10 important things which you must know about your child by hook or by crook. 1. What your child is doing when she is not with you? Depending on the age, things can be different. Now a days with so many gadgets and easy accessibility to technology, children can spoil themselves if you do not pay attention to their attitude and interests. 2. What your child cannot do independently? Definitely there are many things that your child can do without your help and believe it or not, she will enjoy doing them as well. However, there are certain things which your child may not be able to handle independently. So make sure that you are always aware of such things and you can help your child whenever she needs you the most. 3. What is your child’s field of interest? When asked children vary about showing their interests. However, if you observe your child then you will be able to find out what her field of interest is. You must know what your child is interested in so that you can provide right kind of support to groom her talent. 4. Is your child hiding anything from you? This is one of the most important things which you must find out about your child and for this you need to start early. Make sure you talk to your child as soon as she comes back home and ask her about everything that went on during the day. 5. Does your child lie? Even though you know that your child will not lie to you, it is advisable to listen to facts especially when there is some kind of problem. One of the biggest mistakes parents often do is not finding out the actual facts when there is a problem. 6. Kind of friends your child has It is very important to know about the kind of friends your child is making. You must be aware of your child’s friends in schools. At the same time you should also be aware if your child has any other friends apart from school friends. It is very important to ensure that your child is always in a good company. 7. How your child handles failures?
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Mistakes are not signs of weakness, but they are part of life. They are vital for growth and learning. You should be able to make your child understand this. Let your child see you that you admit your mistakes, learn from them and try to correct them. Tell them openly what you learnt from your mistakes. 8. What triggers your child’s tantrums? You must know what triggers your child’s tantrums and how to calm her down. Every child has to be handled differently when she is throwing tantrums or crying. Some can stop crying just by talking straightforwardly while some would not listen to anything. You have to find what works with your child. 9. What your child eats outside? You must be aware of your child’s eating habits when she eats outside food. Health is the most important aspect and field of concern for parents. For this, you
need to cook nutritious food and have the capability to convince your child to eat healthy food so that she can make healthy choices when she has to eat outside. If fast food is your child’s favorite, you can take her to the restaurant once in a month. 10. If your child is completing homework regularly? Children often run away from studies especially if they are not in a habit of completing their tasks consistently. Make it a routine so that your child completes her homework daily and she has the chance of doing well in school.Once you have done your research and learnt about the things related to your kids, you will find parenting easier. People may advice you what you are doing is wrong. But after all, none of them are you. You know your child better than anyone else. You need to learn what works with you and your child the best and leave the rest.
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sports
Bajegi Seeti, Udega Ball,
C’mon India.....Lets Football
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ally. The league was founded in 2013 in order to make football a top sport in India. Various world class players like, Alessandro Del Piero, Nicolas Anelka, Robert Pires, Fredrik Ljungberg, David James, Luis García, David Trezeguet, Elano Blumer and Joan Capdevila were approached by the club owners and for the first time they played alongside the best Indian football talents. These marquee players had not only brought the experience of playing in top division of football but also encouraged the major European clubs to send their scouts in India. The ISL is just a small initiative taken by the AIFF (All India Football Federation) towards the promotion of Football in India. The initiative will help the country to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2022. Looking at the response of the football lovers in India, the second edition also promises to be a bigger success.
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modi's management in UAE
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Bhupendra Kushwaha India and UAE has centuries old cultural and commercial kinship, besides this shared past we share similar challenges in the present and a probable similar future.
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hen Prime Minister of IndiaNarendra Modi Visited the UAE from 16-17 August 2015 at the invitation of His Highness Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, India has not only developed good relations with one of its major trading partners but has also succeeded in taking a step forward in understanding the West Asian countries. The joint statement signed between India and UAE during the visit of the Prime Minister announces a beginning of new and “comprehensive strategic partnership” between both the countries. The statement itself is comprehensive and covers a wide range of issues from combating cross border terrorism to commercial, educational and scientific collaboration between both the countries to enhance the already established relations. The wide ranging joint statement is available on the website of Ministry of External Affairs. The statement focuses mainly on the following: Elevate the India-UAE relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership. Coordinate efforts to counter radicalization and misuse of religion by groups and countries to pursue political aims. Denounce and oppose terrorism in all forms, dismantle the infrastructure of terrorism where they exist and bring the perpetrators of terrorism to justice. Strengthen cooperation in lawenforcement, various transnational crimes, police training and cyber security. Cooperate to strengthen maritime security in the Gulf and Indian Ocean region. Strengthen defence relations and cooperation to manufacture defence equipments in India. Encourage investment institutions of UAE to invest in India and including through the
establishment of India-UAE investment fund with the aim of achieving a target of USD 75 billion to invest in India’s plan of expansion of infrastructure. Promote partnership in energy sector specially in renewable energy. Promote trade between both the countries with an aim of increasing the trade up to 60% in the next 5 years. Strengthen partnership between UAE’s highly sophisticated educational institutes and India’s universities and higher research institutes. Promote cooperation in Space research and peaceful use of nuclear energy. Promote cultural ties and improving employment opportunities between both the countries.
Prime Minister thanked His Highness the Crown Prince for his decision to allot land for construction of a temple in Abu Dhabi. Signing of this joint statement, followed by the 11th session of IndiaUAE joint commission meeting in New Delhi on 3rd September 2015 can be seen as a mark of India’s improved foreign relations. It is obvious that India enjoys the support of UAE or it can’t achieve so many things mentioned in the joint statement single-handedly. India and UAE has centuries old cultural and commercial kinship, besides this shared past we share similar challenges in the present and a probable similar future. India has energy and financial needs and UAE has also increased its export of oil and gas to South and East Asian countries due to fiscal stress in Trans-Atlantic economies. Both countries share similar views on multiculturalism, pluralism, avoiding religious extremism and fighting terrorism, which are vital in shaping the future of relations between both the countries.
Kristen Stewart I''m not intimidating
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ctors Kate Mara and Jamie Bell were spotted getting cosy during a romantic stroll here. The duo was seen together media reports. Mara and Bell were spotted kissing on the sidewalk. The couple, who co-starred in the movie The Fantastic Four, were spotted embracing each other after grabbing coffee and following some shopping. The actress looked chic in a sleeveless burgundy suede mini dress paired with grey and red checked sneakers for the outing. She also carried a small black leather Valenti-
Kate, Jamie Bell spotted kissing no bag. Bell, meanwhile, looked dapper in a blue bomber jacket over a heather grey top, black jeans and navy blue sneakers. The duo was rumoured to be dating after they were often seen hanging out together here while promoting their film The Fantastic Four. In late August, the couple cuddled up in a group photo when they hit a beach in Malibu with their friends..
"Twlight" actress Kristen Stewart says she hates being called "intimidating" because she can have a conversation with anyone. The 25-year-old star admitted she finds it frustrating that people consider her to be "unapproachable," reported. "When I hear that people are intimated by me or think I'm reposed or unapproachable, I hate it. I'm always like, 'Dude, come up, say anything to me, I would love to engage with you.'" Thinking more philosophically, she added, "Most people find emotion or overwhelming feeling to be a weakness and I think that if you just own it, and you can live in it, you can utilise it and grow and be better."
Uma Thurman settles child custody battle T
he pair exchanged friendly kisses after the hearing in Manhattan that was triggered by Arpad who sued Uma for more time with their daughter, reported. Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Matthew Cooper praised the former couple for working out an amicable settlement, saying, "Everybody compromised a bit... I think it was all done to make one person happy and that one person is Luna. "Both parties worked very hard to come up with an agreement
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that's in the best interests of your daughter. Thruman, 45, started dating French financier Busson, 52, in 2007 and they got engaged the following year. The on-and-off couple, who previously split before reconciling, welcomed Luna in 2012 but called off their engagement again last year. Thurman has a son and daughter from her marriage to Ethan Hawke, who she divorced in 2005, while Arpad has two sons with his ex Elle Macpherson.
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Places to visit near Delhi Although there are several escapes close to the city, these places to visit near Delhi are the most popular with locals, owing to their short travel time. The Indian capital is a great starting point for getaways that cater to every kind of traveller. Here’s a mix of destinations that offer everything from spiritual enlightenment and rejuvenation, to adventure, luxury and sightseeing. So the next time you have a couple of days off from work, get out of the city and head to any one of these destinations for a much-needed break.
Agra Agra is packed with history and architecture that speaks of the city’s history. From historical monuments and grand architecture to shrines and tombs dedicated to love and commemoration, take a stroll though these wonderful monuments to understand the history of the city. Agra thrives as one of the country’s prime tourist locations, all owing to these beautiful and stunningly built structures dating back to the medieval times.
Corbett National Park Uttarakhand Named after the legendary hunter-turned-conservationist, this park is famous for its wildlife diversity and as the birthplace of Project Tiger.
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population in Mussoorie and is located on the Happy Valley road close to the IAS Academy. This is the second highest point in Mussoorie, and is located about 400 feet above the Mall. You can access it by ropeway or take the halfhour-long trek from the court complex on the Mall road.
Jaipur
Mussoorie
The state capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur lies on the edge of the Thar Desert, surrounded by the Aravali hills. One of the earliest planned cities in India, Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II of the ruling Rajput dynasty as his new capital. Its remarkably well-preserved heritage - which includes hilltop forts, bustling old markets, and lovely palaces - has made it a part of the golden triangle of Indian tourism.
Often known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’, this colonial hill station is still the favoured vacation spot for everyone from honeymooners to fami-
Dehradun From grand British-era institutions such as the Forest Reserve Institute and Indian Military Academy to stunning caves, springs, streams and parks, there is an array of places to
Shimla Dharamshala Best known as the base of the Dalai Lama in India, and its strong Tibetan influence, Dharamshala is a small hill station that lies on the spur of the Dhauladhar range high up in the Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh.
Besides taking in the beauty of the mountains, here’s a list of places to visit in Shimla that will keep you on your feet throughout your holiday. From museums, theatre and colonial lodges, to picturesque walking trails, a bustling mall, Gothic churches
and heritage hotels—there’s so much to keep you occupied. The hill station caters to a wide spectrum of interests. So whether you’re a sports lover, a history buff, or even a shopaholic looking for a good retail fix, we tell you where to go and what to do.
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Rishikesh-Haridwar A small urban city located at the foothills of the Himalayas, with the holy Ganges running through it, Rishikesh and Haridwar are neighbours recognized around the world for many reason, the biggest one being its spirituality. A popular yoga and meditation hub, especially with international travelers, it is also a hub for adventure sports in North India. Here’s what you need to do when you’re visiting. Also referred to as the Shivananda Jhula, this suspension bridge across the Ganga river was once just a hanging jute rope across which Lord Rama is said to have crossed the river. The Government built Ram Jhula with help from the Sivananda Ashram Divine Life Society in 1980, and today this 450-foot suspension bridge serves as the connection between Muni ki Reti and Swarg Ashram. On either side there are busy market places, and the Shivananda Ashram on the Swarg Ashram side, is one of the most famous in Rishikesh. This iron bridge is Rishikesh’s biggest landmark and attraction.
lies. Here are nine attractions you must visit in Mussoorie. Camel’s Back Road is a four-kilometre-long stretch, named after a natural cluster of rocks that are shaped like a camel’s hump. Also known as the Tibetan Buddhist temple, this was set up by the Tibetan
visit in Dehradun. The capital city of Uttarakhand, Dehradun is the right place for a tranquil short escape from Delhi. Situated at the foothills of the Shivalik range, it is most commonly combined with a visit to its more famous neighbour, the hill station of Mussourie.
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new arrivals
Maruti Suzuki to launch 15 new cars in India in the next five years
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uzuki has an aggressive plan that involves launching 20 new models over the course of the next five years, and India is to be an integral part of the plan. President of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Toshihiro Suzuki has confirmed that with the exception of certain cars that are for the Japanese market only, all other cars launched over
the next five years will also make it to India. India is a key market for the company, especially with projected sales figures indicating that by the year 2025, India will be the third-largest car market in the world. While the products that Suzuki has released into the Indian market, in alliance with Maruti, have primarily been more customer-centric and less luxury oriented, the focus is gradually shifting. This means that we can expect to move beyond the S-Cross and the Ciaz, to more premium offerings from the manufacturer. And premium offerings might be just the thing, given that Suzuki has set Maruti a sales target of 2 million cars.
Samsung launches
Best DSLR cameras under Rs 30,000
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iven your budget, you can expect to pick up an entry level DSLR, or a mirror-less camera - both of which give you the flexibility to use different lens, whether fixed-focus for portraits, wide-angle for sceneries, superzooms for wildlife, etc. Alternatively, you could opt for a 'bridge' camera that comes with a fixed lens, but allows you to click good pictures with the help of preset options. Bridge: These cameras are bulkier than entry-level point and-
Galaxy Core Prime VE
Rs 8,600 S
amsung has launched a new variant of Galaxy Core Prime smartphone, Galaxy Core Prime VE, priced at Rs 8,600. The smartphone is listed on Samsung India e-store. Similar to Samsung Galaxy Core Prime, the new smartphone by Samsung also runs Android 4.4 KitKat. The dual-sim smartphone features a 4.5-inch WVGA (480x800p) PLS TFT display and is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core processor and 1GB RAM. The Galaxy Core Prime VE measures 130.8x67.9x8.8mm. It comes with 8GB internal storage and can support microSD cards of up to 128GB. The phone packs a 2,000mAh battery and sports a 5MP primary camera and a 2MP secondary camera. On the connectivity front, it supports 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB.
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