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Indian Diaspora Bandhani , Kumbh Mela , Namastay

36-49 Cover Story Filmfare Awards

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Story for Kids 24 Must Read Important Facts On Autism

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Healthy Living 24 Must Read Important Facts On Autism

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Indian Food Samosa

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NRI Profile Pranav Mistry

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Desi News Tech Firms Request to Retain Work Permit

CONTENTS

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In Business

PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s 6 day India Visit

98-101 In Focus Triple Talaq

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Freedom Fighter Durgabai Deshmukh

106-111 Indian Yoga 5 Ultimate Yoga Postures You Must Try To Improve Digestion

112-117 LifeStyle Top 20 New Year Resolution Ideas which you would love to keep

118-123 Relationship

Tips For Making Long Distance Relationship Work

124-127 Romance How long does it take to fall in love?

128-137 Travelogue Plan your Leh Ladhak

138-142 Indian History

Significance and celebration of Indian Republic Day

144-149 Technology The coolest and the weirdest from CES 2018 in Las Vegas

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Automobiles

Tesla Model3

154-157 Indian vasthu Vasthu for Office And Workspace

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Indian Spiritual Traditional Spirituality

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166-169 Indian Events Grand And Auspicious

170-175 Fashion Bourie Spring 2018

176-183 Special Movie Tiger Zinda Hai Fukrey Returns Hello

184-191 Movie Review Ittefaq Tumhari Sulu Khakee

192-193 Hollywood Tea News Gigi Hadid, and Kendall Jenner Shawn Mendes Kate Upton

196-197 Star Gazing

CURRENT AFFAIRS

Om Prakash Rawat takes over as new Chief Election Commissioner OP Rawat takes charge as new Chief Election Commissioner of India in Delhi today.

He succeeded AK Joti, who retired yesterday. Rawat’s tenure will end in December this year.

He was appointed Election Commissioner in August 2015.

Born on December 2, 1953, Rawat is a former Madhya Pradesh cadre IAS officer.

Sunil Arora is the other Election Commissioner in the three-member poll body.

Former finance secretary Ashok Lavasa was appointed Election Commissioner on Sunday. His appointment will come into effect from the day he assumes office.

India ranked 81st on Global Index of Talent Competitiveness India was ranked 81st among 118 countries in 2017 Global index of talent competitiveness (GTI) list. India has improved its position from 92nd last year.

The index measures ability of countries to compete for talent i.e. how countries grow, attract and retain talent. It is produced by global business school INSEAD in partnership with Adecco Group and Human Capital Leadership Institute (HCLI) of Singapore. Switzerland is followed by Singapore and US. European countries dominate top ranks, with 15 out of the top 25 places. Developed, high-income countries are still the global talent champions while Zurich, Stockholm and Oslo take the top spots in the GTI cities’ ranking.

CURRENT AFFAIRS

Centre announces 9 new smart cities, so the total now stand at 99: The fourth and the final round of smart cities was finally announced and nine cities made the cut.

Silvassa from Dadar and Nagar Haveli topped the list, followed by Erode in Tamil Nadu; Diu in Daman and Diu and Bihar Sharif in Bihar.

Shillong is the tenth city on the list but is yet to submit its proposal.

Other cities who made it to the list include Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, Itanagar in Arunachal Pradesh, Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh, Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh, and Kavaratti in Lakshwadeep.

Uttar Pradesh that had been given 13 smart city slots, of which it won 10. Ghaziabad, Meerut and Rampur are the three cities that missed out. Ghaziabad applied for the smart cities challenge for the fourth time. Announcing the list of nine cities, housing and urban affairs minister Hardeep S Puri said: “The winning cities have improved the quality of their smart city proposals by 19 percent on an average to become eligible for the selection process. Each city has developed a unique vision and has selected an area based development (ABD) which will be developed as a lighthouse to be replicated by the city.�

TRAI recommends allowing mobile services during air travel: Air passengers will soon be able to make calls and browse the internet while flying in Indian airspace, with the telecom regulator recommending that domestic and international airlines be permitted to offer both services.

Internet access through Wi-Fi will be allowed within the aircraft, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India said Friday, adding that making calls will be allowed once an aircraft reaches an altitude of 3,000 meters, it said. For making calls, the airplane mode in the phone will have to be kept off, although usually it is kept on during the duration of the flight.

“As long as provision of the service is technically feasible and security concerns can be addressed, there should be no regulatory barrier in the provisioning of any of these services,” TRAI said in its recommendations to the Department of Telecommunications.

“Internet and Mobile Communication on Aircraft (MCA) service should be permitted as In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) services in the Indian airspace.” The regulator said there is strong demand for mobile and data connectivity on flights.

“These expectations are pushing up the demand for fast, seamless aircraft connectivity.The evolution of passenger attitude towards on-board WiFi means that where it was once seen as a novelty or luxury, it is now considered a necessity,” TRAI said. Indian airlines said the facility would help them to compete with foreign carriers

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INDIAN DIASPORA FINE ART

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Bandhani is the tying of cloth with thread and then dying. It is the simplest and perhaps the oldest form of creating patterns on a plain piece of cloth. It is also the oldest forms of decorated textiles. Bandhani is a popular type of tie and dye method in India. The word “Bandhani” comes from the Hindi word “Bandhan” which means tying. Bandhani work is mostly done in the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Tie and dye is among the simplest and the oldest form of textile dyeing.

Tie-dye actually is a modern term to describe a set of ancient resist-dyeing techniques. The process consists of folding, twisting, or crumpling of fabric followed by application of dye. The manipulations of the fabric before the dye is applied are called resists, as they prevent the dye from coloring the fabric. Different types of tie and dyes have been practiced in India, Japan, and Africa for centuries. The dyes are mainly vegetable dyes extracted mainly from various parts of plants such as flowers, stem, leaves etc. Tiedye is characterized by the use of bold patterns and bright primary colors such

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as yellow, red, green, orange etc.

In India, tie and dye technique is used in many variations on a wide range of fabrics, from cotton to silk. The Indian tie & dye can be classified into the following types: The fabric is tied and dyed, like the Bandhani & Lehriya The wrap is tied and dyed, like that in lkat

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Both the wrap and weft are tied and dyed like that in Double lkat or Patola Bandhani is a traditional and most popular technique of tie and dye. As the name suggests, the technique of Tie and Dye involves two stages: tying sections of a length of cloth (silk or cotton) and then dunking it into vats of color with the tied sections acquiring a different hue than the non tied ones and forming amazing patterns. The rainbowtinged turbans of the Rajputs and the odhnis of their women are shaded by this method of resist dyeing.

The term “Bandhani� derives its name from the Hindi word Bandhan which means tying up. Bandhani is an ancient art practised by people mainly of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Jaipur, Udaipur, Bikaner,Ajmer and Jamnagar are among the important centers producing odhnis, saris and turbans in Bandhani. The wide variety was evolved over the centuries because of its close links with the religious and social customs of different people. Bandhani work involves tying and dyeing of pieces of cotton or silk cloth. The main colors used in Bandhani are yellow, red, green and black. Bandhani work, after the processing is over, results into a variety of symbols including, WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

dots, squares, waves and strips.

The main colors used in Bandhani are natural. In fact all colors in Bandhani are dark, Rajasthan is one of the most important centers of the tie and dye textile. Each area, each caste and each tribe has its special designs.

Tying of the border is a special process known as sevo bandhavo.

The border is tied according to the desired pattern by passing the thread from one end to the

other in loose stitch so as to bring the entire portion together by pulling the thread from one end. The border portion is then covered up. Some sarees have broad matching and contrasting borders. The same applies also to the pallus.

cottons of India.

History & Socio-Cultural Aspect

The Bandhani technique was taken to Gujarat in the 16th century by communities of craftsmen who migrated from Sind. The Khatri community of textile craftsmen, both Hindus and Muslims, have been producing Bandhani since the 17th century.

The earliest evidence of Bandhani dates back to Indus Valley Civilization around 4000 B.C. The earliest physical example of this craft is in the 6th century paintings depicting the life of Buddha on the wall of Ajanta caves. The art also finds its mentions in the books written during the time of Alexander the Great about the beautiful printed

Bandhani also has a socioreligious significance. The colors and patterns of the fabric worn by the person indicates their status and community. While red color fabric represents a bride or recently married girl, a yellow background suggests a lady has become a mother recently. In Rajasthan, men tye turbans with different patterns of Bandhani FEBRUARY 2018 | WWW.WISHESH.NET

INDIAN DIASPORA FINE ART on their heads as a mark of identification of their community

Technique The art of Bandhani is a highly skilled process. It is the women and girls who always carry out this delicate art as it is a skill very rarely exhibited by men. Knots are tied in two ways. One option requires raising the folds of the material with the pointed nails of the finger to create a little bunch around which thread may be tied. The second option requires use of filler materials, which

are impregnated within the knots.

Women can tie up to 700 knots in a single day. It’s relatively easier tying knots in silk or cotton for the woollen knots have to be reaffirmed by biting them with the teeth.

A single stole can have 4000 to 5000 knots, known as ‘Bheendi’ in the local language. These knots form a design once the cloth is opened after dyeing in bright colors.

Traditionally, the final products can be classified into ‘Khombhi’, ‘Ghar Chola’, ‘Chandrakhani’, ‘Shikari’, ‘Chowkidaar’, ‘Ambadaal’ etc

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Dyeing is accomplished by the tie-resist method where the patterns are made up of innumerable dots and weaves respectively.

Usually men do the dyeing while women do the tying, which is most painstaking with each dot being as tiny as a pin-head. The cloth is first washed and bleached to prepare it for absorbing the dyes. After this, it is then sent to the Bandhani, the women who do the tying, lift small portions of the fabric and tightly tie a thread around it. The more minuscule the raised Bandhani – tied textile fabric, the finer the Bandhani. The tied textile is then dipped WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

in a light color first while the tied areas retain the original ground color. If a second dye is required, the areas to be retained in the first dye are tied for resist and the cloth dipped in a darker dye.

This process is repeated, if several colors are to be combined.

Laheria refers to the wavy pattern of a fabric processed in the tie dye technique. The material is rolled diagonally and certain portions resisted by lightly binding threads at a short distance from one another before the cloth is dyed. If the distance is shorter, the skill required in preventing one color from

spilling into the other. The process of dyeing is repeated until the requisite number of color is obtained.

For a checkered pattern the fabric is opened and diagonally rolled again from the opposite corners, the rest of the process remaining the same. When oil of sunflower, castor or linseed is heated over fire for more than 12 hours and cast into water, a thick residue known as roghan is produced. The printing of residue on cloth with colored powder, gold or silver dust is known as khari or tinsel work.

Colors Used and Care The main colors used in Bandhani are yellow, green, red, pink, and black. The colors commonly used signify different things like – red, a symbol of marriage, saffron, a color worn by yogi who has renounced the world, yellow, which stands for spring and black and maroon, used for mourning.

Bandhani material is sold folded and with the knots tied. One has to pull the folds apart for the knots to open. The payment is made according to the number of dots in the pattern. An intricate design in a sari would have approximately 75000

dots. What is essential in Bandhani is the minute and skillful manipulation of the fingers for tying, extensive knowledge of color schemes and skill in dyeing materials.

It takes several years for a craftsman to perfect his skill. Bandhani saris and dupattas are available at most shops all over India but to get the authentic material, it is advisable to buy it from Rajasthan or Gujarat or their emporiums outlets in major cities around India.

Tie and dye cloth is never too expensive but be warned that the colors always run.

So if you’ve bought silk, it’s safer to get it dry-cleaned.

Design Motifs Very elaborate motifs are made, in tie and dye work. These include flowers, creepers, bells and Jalas.

Knots are placed in clusters each with a different names such as

Beldaar – like a vine Boond – a small dot with a dark center Chaubasi – in groups of four

Ekdali – a dot Jaaldar – like a web Kodi – tear or drop shaped Laddu Jalebi – the swirling Satbandi – in groups of

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Major Centers Of Tie And Dye in India The centers of tie and dye fabrics, especially in Gujarat are Jamnagar in Saurashtra (the water in this area brings out the brightest red while dying), and Ahmedabad. The finest Bandhani work of Rajasthan comes from Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Barmer, Pali, Udaipur and Nathdwara.

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waves. These are harmoniously arranged diagonal stripes, which were originally, dyed in the auspicious colors of yellow and red. Pochampalli is also one of the three main traditional yarndyeing centers in the country. The process of making Bandhani (tie and dye) varies in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Even the patterns, designs and craftsmanship

vary in both the regions. The craftsmen from Rajasthan are easily recognized because they grow a nail on their little finger to facilitate the lifting of cloth for tying or wear a small metal ring with a point. The Gujarati craftsmen prefer to work without these aids. The flow is much better when one works with one’s bare hands as it assures

no damage to the cloth. The dyeing and printing of textiles has become a highly developed craft in Gujarat. Bandhani, a form of tie-resist dyeing and patola are two outstanding examples of the Indian dyer’s art.

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INDIAN DIASPORA TRADITION

Kumbh Mela Becomes The 12th Element On The

UNESCO List Of Intangible Cultural

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India is a country of not just a rich cultural heritage but also some traditions and festivals that make our nation so beautiful. The UNESCO says that “The importance of intangible cultural heritage is not the cultural manifestation itself but rather the wealth of knowledge and skills that is transmitted through it from one generation to the next.

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Mela became India’s 12th element in the list of UNESCO’s Intangible cultural heritage. In a UNESCO general conference in 2003, a convention was adopted to safeguard this list of cultural heritage, traditions and living expressions. To admire and appreciate our cultural heritage more here is a list of all the entries of India in this list.

1. Kutiyattam, Sanskrit Theatre: Originated more than 2,000 years ago, Kutiyattam represents a synthesis of Sanskrit classicism and reflects the local traditions of Kerala. It has its own codified

theatrical language, netra abhinaya (eye expression) and hasta abhinaya (the language of gestures) that are prominent.

The focus is on portraying the thoughts and feelings of the main character. Actors usually take upto ten to fifteen years of rigorous training in order to become full fledged performers with their famous sophisticated breathing control and subtle muscle shifts of the entire face and body. The male actors hand down to their detailed performance manuals to their trainees. Until recently these secrets remained the exclusive and secret property of a selected family.

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Kutiyattam, Sanskrit Theatre

The Tradition of Vedic Chanting

Novruz

Ramlila -

Mudiyettu

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INDIAN DIASPORA TRADITION Kalbelia folk songs and dances of Rajasthan

Chhau

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Ramman

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Buddhist chanting of Ladakh

In the year 2017, Kumbh Mela became India’s 12th element in the list of UNESCO’s Intangible cultural heritage. In a UNESCO general conference in 2003, a convention was adopted to safeguard this list of cultural heritage, traditions and living expressions.

2. The Tradition of Vedic Chanting The verses of the vedas were traditionally chanted during sacred rituals and recited daily in Vedic communities.

It is Expressed in the Vedic language, which is derived from classical Sanskrit. The value of this tradition lies not only in the rich content of its oral literature but also in the ingenious techniques employed by the Brahmin priests in preserving the texts intact over thousands of year. In order to ensure that even the sounds of the word remains unchanged, the practitioners are taught right from their childhood the proper and complex recitation techniques and a unique manner of pronouncing each letter and specific speech combinations.

3. Ramlila Ramlila is the traditional performance of Ramayana.

It is a performance of the Ramayana epic in a series of scenes that include song, narration, recital and dialogue.

Popularly performed across northern India during the

festival of Dussehra, held each year according to the ritual calendar in autumn The majority of the Ramlilas recount episodes from the Ramcharitmanas through a series of performances lasting about a proper of ten to twelve days. Some, such like the Ramnagar one, may last an entire month. Ramlila depicts the battle between Rama and Ravana and consists of a series of dialogues between gods, sages and the faithful. Ramlila shows that dramatic force which stems from the succession of icons representing the climax of each and every scene.

4. Novruz A festivals of the Parsis in India, Novruz marks the New year and the beginning of spring across the world covering Azerbaijan, India, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan. It is celebrated on 21 March every year, a date originally determined by astronomical calculations. It included colouring eggs in spring colours.

various local traditions, such as the evocation of Jamshid who is a mythological king of Iran. Novruz promotes the values of peace and solidarity between generations and within families. It is also about reconciliation and neighbourliness. It has thus been known in contributing to cultural diversity and friendship among peoples and various communities.

5. Ramman Ramman is a religious festival and ritual theatre of the Garhwal Himalayas, India. It is performed in the honour of the tutelary god, Bhumiya Devta, a local divinity whose temple houses most of the festivities .

Celebrated every year in late April, in the twin villages of Saloor-Dungra in the state of Uttarakhand. This event is made up of highly complex rituals: the recitation of a version of the epic of Rama and various legends, and the performance of songs and masked dances. This festival is organized by the villagers, and each caste and occupational group has a distinct role to play in it.

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INDIAN DIASPORA TRADITION Ramman is a cultural event that reflects the environmental, spiritual and cultural concept of the community. It is about celebrating and recounting the founding myths of the ramman and strengthening sense of self-worth.

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Traditionally Chhau is from eastern India. It is popularly known for its enactments of episodes from epics including the Mahabharata and Ramayana and local folklore.

Its three distinct styles hail from the regions of Seraikella, Purulia and Mayurbhanj. The Seraikella and Purulia chhau are the ones which uses mask.

Chhau dance is intimately connected to regional festivals, notably the spring festival Chaitra Parva.

Its origin is traceable to indigenous forms of dance and martial practices. Its vocabulary of movement includes mock combat techniques, stylized gaits of birds and animals and movements modelled on the chores of village housewives.

Chhau is taught to male dancers only from the families of traditional artists. But off late it is also taught to local communities.

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7. Kalbelia folk songs and dances of Rajasthan Once only professional snake handlers, Kalbelia are today evoking their former occupation in music and dance that is evolving in new and creative ways. Men accompany women on the khanjari percussion instrument and the pungi, The dancers wear traditional tattoo designs, jewellery and garments richly embroidered with small mirrors and silver thread Kalbelia songs disseminate mythological knowledge through stories, while special traditional dances are performed during Holi, the festival of colours. The songs usually demonstrate the poetic acumen of the Kalbelia people, who are reputedly known to compose the lyrics spontaneously and also improvise their songs during the performances.

Kali, called as kalam, on the temple floor with coloured powders, wherein the spirit of the goddess is invoked.

Mudiyettu is performed annually in ‘Bhagavati Kavus’, the temples of the goddess, in different villages along the rivers Chalakudy Puzha, Periyar and Muvattupuzha.

Mutual cooperation and collective participation of each caste in the ritual instils and strengthens common identity and mutual bonding in the community.

9. Buddhist chanting of Ladakh In the monasteries and villages of the Ladakh region Buddhist lamas chant sacred texts representing the spirit, philosophy and teachings of the Buddha This chanting is

8. Mudiyettu, ritual theatre and dance drama of Kerala Ritual dance drama from Kerala based on the mythological tale of a battle between the goddess Kali and the demon Darika.

Mudiyettu performers purify themselves through fasting and prayer, then draw a huge image of goddess

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undertaken for the spiritual and moral well-being of the people, for purification and peace of mind, to appease the wrath of evil spirits or to invoke the blessing of various Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, deities and rinpoches.

This buddhist chanting is performed in groups, either sitting indoors or accompanied by dance in monastery courtyards or private houses

10. Sankirtana, ritual singing, drumming and dancing of Manipur It encompasses an array of arts performed to mark religious occasions and various stages in the life of the Vaishnava people of the Manipur plains. Sankirtana practices centre on the temple, where performers narrate the

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Sankirtana, ritual singing

lives and deeds of Krishna through song and dance. In a typical performance, two drummers and about ten singer-dancers perform in a hall or domestic courtyard encircled by seated devotees.

Sankirtana has two main social functions: it brings people together on festive occasions throughout the year, acting as a cohesive force within Manipur’s Vaishnava community; and it establishes and reinforces relationships between the individual and the community through life-cycle ceremonies. It is regarded as the visible manifestation of God

11. Brass and copper craft of utensil making among the Thatheras It is traditional technique of manufacturing brass and copper utensils in Punjab.

The metals used – copper, brass and certain alloys – are believed to be beneficial for health. The process of manufacturing is transmitted orally from father to son. This

Metalwork is not simply a form of livelihood for Thatheras, but it defines their family and kinship structure, work ethic and status within the social hierarchy of the town

12. Yoga The philosophy of yoga is not just physical well being but it has influenced various aspects of society in India, such as health, medicine, education and even the arts. It is done to unify the mind with the body to the soul to achieve greater mental, emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing. Yoga consists of a series of poses, meditation, controlled breathing etc. Yoga was traditionally taught in India from the old ages. It was initially imparted by the Gurus with proper knowledge and skills. It also had associated ancient manuscripts and scriptures that are now used in the teaching the practice of yoga. Along with this there are a vast range of modern literature available on this subject now.

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The Significance of

Namastay from Indian Culture,

practised by Hindu’s Namaste is an Indian gesture of greeting one another. Wherever they are, when Hindus meet people, they know or strangers with whom they want to initiate a conversation, “namaste” is the customary courtesy greeting. It is often used as a salutation to end an encounter as well.

Namaste is not a superficial gesture or a mere word, it is a way of showing respect and that you are equal to one another. It is used with all people one meets, from young and old to friends and strangers Though it has its origins in India, Namaste is now known and used throughout the world.

Much of this has been due to its use in yoga. Students will often bow in respect to their teacher and say “Namaste” at the end of a class. In Japan, the gesture is “Gassho” and used in similar fashion, typically in prayer and healing practice.

Because of its global

usage, Namaste has many interpretations. In general, the word tends to be defined as some derivation of, “The divine in me bows to the divine in you.” This spiritual connection comes from its Indian roots.

Namaste According to the Scriptures Namaste—and its common variants namaskar, namaskaara, and namaskaram—is one of the various forms of formal traditional greeting mentioned in the Vedas. Although this is normally understood to mean prostration, it actually is

the means of paying homage or showing respect to one another. This is the practice today when we greet each other.

The Meaning of Namaste Namaste is derived from Sanskrit word “namah + te = namaste”. Namah means ‘bow’, ‘obeisance’, ‘reverential salutation’ or ‘adoration’ and te means ‘to you’ (dative case of ‘you’). It means -- I bow to you -- my greetings, salutations or prostration to you. Namaha can also be literally interpreted as ‘na ma’ (not mine).

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INDIAN DIASPORA CULTURE It has a spiritual significance of negating or reducing one’s ego in the presence of another.

In Sanskrit, the word is namah (to bow) and te (you), meaning “I bow to you.” In, other words, “greetings, salutations, or prostration to

you.” The word namaha can also be literally interpreted as “na ma” (not mine). It has a spiritual significance of negating or reducing one’s ego in the presence of another.

The real meeting between people is the meeting of their minds. When we greet another, we do so with namaste, which means, “may our minds meet,” indicated by the folded palms placed before the chest.

The bowing down of the head is a gracious form of extending friendship in love and humility.

In Kannada, the same greeting is Namaskara and Namaskaragalu; in Tamil, Kumpiṭu; in elugu, Dandamu, Dandaalu, Namaskaralu and Pranamamu; in Bengali, Nōmōshkar and Prōnäm; and in Assamese, Nômôskar.

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How and Why to Use “Namaste” Namaste is more than a word we say, it has its own hand gesture or mudra. To use it properly:

* Bend your arms upwards

at the elbow and face the two palms of your hands.

* Place the two palms together and in front of your chest.

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* Utter the word namaste

and bow your head slightly toward the tips of the fingers.

Namaste can be a casual or formal greeting, a cultural convention, or an act of worship. However, there is much more to it than meets the eye.

This simple gesture is related to the brow chakra, which is often referred to as the third eye or mind center.

Meeting another person, no matter how casual, is really a meeting of the minds.

When we greet one another with Namaste, it means, “may our minds meet.� The bowing down of the head is a gracious form of extending friendship in love, respect, and humility.

Indians greet each other with namaste. The two palms are placed together in front of the chest and the head bows whilst saying the word namaste. This greeting is for

all -- people younger than us, of our own age, those older than us, friends and even strangers.

There are five forms of formal traditional greeting enjoined in the shastras or scriptures of which namaskaram is one. This is understood as prostration but it actually refers to paying homage as we do today when we greet each other with a namaste.

Folding hands together with a smile to greet, Namaste is a common cultural practice in India. Namaste or Namaskar or Namaskaram is a common verbal salutation in India. It is a customary greeting when one meets or takes leave of others.

While saying Namaste, one commonly does this by slight bow made with hands pressed together, palms touching and fingers pointed upwards, infront of the chest.

It can also be done without

words and carries the same meaning.

Each palm represents the separate individuality. Each palm supports the five fingers.

Similarly, each personality has five sheaths called the five kosas. The five different parts of the personality are called pancakosas, five sheaths.

They are: 1- annamayakosa food sheath, 2- pranamayakosa vital-air sheath

3- manomayakosa mental sheath,

4- vijnanamayakosa intellectual sheath and

5- anandamayakosa bliss sheath.

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INDIAN DIASPORA CULTURE These five sheaths are supported by the Atman, the supreme Self which is the eternal Reality. The five sheaths are different from individual to individual but the Reality that supports them all is one and the same in all individualities.

This truth is declared when the Hindus greet each other with namaskara. The two palms joined together as one indicates that the Reality or Atman in both is one and the same. To this unifying Infinite Atman the Hindus bows in the reverence when he does namaskara.

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The Spiritual Significance of “Namaste” The reason we use Namaste has a deeper spiritual significance as well. It recognizes the belief that the life force, the divinity, the Self, or the God in me is the same in all.

Acknowledging this oneness and equality with the meeting of the palms, we honor the god in the person we meet.

The spiritual meaning is even deeper. The life force, the divinity, the Self or the Lord in me is the same in all.

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the Divinity in the person we meet. That is why sometimes, we close our eyes as we do namaste to a revered person or the Lord - as if to look within. The gesture is often accompanied by words like “Ram Ram”, “Jai Shri Krishna”, “Namo Narayana”, “Jai Siya Ram”, “Om Shanthi” etc. - indicating the recognition of this divinity.

When we know this significance, our greeting does not remain just a superficial gesture or word but paves the way for a deeper communion with another in an atmosphere of love and respect.

Namaste is also a friendly greeting in written communication. When the hand position is higher, it usually means reverence and / or worship. The expression with hands placed on top of one’s head is usually the sign of utmost reverence or respect. The gesture Namaste represents and acknowledges the belief that there is a Divine spark within each of us. Hence, Namaste means, ‘I bow to you’ or ‘the divine within me greets the divine in you’.

The gesture is widely used throughout Asia and beyond.

It appears in c.4000 years ago on the clay seals of the

Indus Valley Civilization.

There are different ways of doing namaste or greeting each other in other langues prevalent in India.

1- Telugu In Telugu, the gesture is known as Namaskaramulu or simply Namaskaram.

2- Tamil In Tamil, it is known as kumbidu, which is composed of kumbu meaning ‘to cup hands’ and idu, ‘to do’.

Vanakkam, in Tamil too, means the same.

3- Kannada In Kannada, the gesture is known as Namaskara.

4- Japan In Japan, the Namaste hand gesture is used in prayer and healing sessions and is called Gassho.

5- Sri Lanka Namaste is also in vogue in Sri Lanka and Nepalese cultures.

6- Sikhs Sikhs also fold their hand as in Namaste, but their

greeting is Sat Sri Akal.

During prayers, Hindus not only do Namaste, they also bow and close their eyes, in effect to look into the inner spirit. This physical gesture is sometimes accompanied by names of gods such as Ram Ram, Jai Shri Krishna, Namo Narayana, or Jai Siya Ram. It may also be used with Om Shanti, a common refrain in Hindu chants.

Namaste is also quite common when two devout Hindus meet. It indicates the recognition of the divinity within ourselves and extends a warm welcome to each other.

Difference Between

“Namaskar” or Namastay and “Pranama” Pranama (Sanskrit ‘Pra’ and ‘Anama’) is a respectful salutation among Hindus.

It literally means “bowing forward” in reverence for a deity or an elder.

Namaskar is one of the six types of Pranamas: 1- Ashtanga (Ashta=eight; Anga=body parts): Touching the ground with knees, belly, chest, hands, elbows, chin, nose, and temple.

2- Shastanga (Shashta=six; Anga=body

parts): Touching the ground with toes, knees, hands, chin, nose, and temple.

3- Panchanga (Pancha=five; Anga=body parts): Touching the ground with knees, chest, chin, temple, and forehead.

4- Dandavat (Dand=stick): Bowing the forehead down and touching the ground.

5- Abhinandana (Congratulations to you): Bending forward with folded hands touching the chest.

6- Namaskar (Bowing to you). The same as doing a Namaste with folded hands and touching the forehead.

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India’s

Manushi Chhillar Crowned 54th Miss World ( 6th crown for India)

A 17 year long dry spell is over, as Manushi Chhillar brings back the coveted Miss World Crown to India and in style.

From Aishwarya Rai to Priyanka Chopra, these glorious damsels have brought laurels with the beauty pageant crown. And this year’s stunning leap, with Manushi Chhillar has been incredible.

This 20 year old medicine student is not just all beauty but thorough brains and strong determination too. Concluded in Beijing; China, this year’s beauty pageant saw participation from 118 countries and included the top ones from England, France, Kenya and Mexico.

Born to doctor parents, she studied at St Thomas School in New Delhi and Bhagat Phool Singh Government Medical College for Women in Sonepat. Her entire family including brother and sister were present and they were delighted and excited to see her grabbing the top five spots and Miss world crown there after.

Chhillar was presented the crown by

Stephanie Del Valle, the last year’s Miss World winner from Puerto Rico at the event in Sanya City Arena in China which was televised live globally. The announcement about Chhillar winning the Miss World crown was also made on the pageant’s official Twitter handle as well as on its Facebook page.

“The winner of Miss World 2017 is Miss India Manushi Chhillar,” the tweet said. The first and the second runners-up were Miss England Stephanie Hill and Miss Mexico Andrea Meza.

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COVER STORY think a mother deserves the highest respect and when you talk about salary it’s not always about cash but I feel it’s the love and respect that you give to someone. My mother has always been the biggest inspiration in my life.

“All mothers sacrifice so much for their kids. So, I think it is the job of a mother that deserves the highest salary,” Chhillar said to a wideapplause.

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Chhillar is the sixth Indian to win the coveted crown, which was first won by Reita Faria back in 1966. Aishwarya Rai had bagged the title in 1994, followed by Diana Haydon in 1997, Yukta Mookhey in 1999 and Priyanka Chopra in 2000, the last for India.

According to Chhillar’s profile on the Miss World website, she aims to be a cardiac surgeon and wants to open a chain of nonprofitable hospitals based in rural areas. A trained Indian classical dancer, Chhillar has a passion for outdoor sports and actively participates in paragliding, bungee jumping, snorkelling and scuba diving besides sketching and painting. Her personal motto, as described on the website, reads: “When you cease to dream you cease to live” and “Courage to give flight to your WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

dreams and the ability to believe in yourself makes life worth living” Chhillar’s journey began with a fbb campus Princess 2017, where she was crowned one of the finalists from AIMS, during her college fest in 2016. She went on to become fbb Femina Miss India Haryana in April 2017. She was later crowned Femina Miss India in June 2017.

She is 4th beauty with a purpose winner at Miss World 2017. She also became a semi-finalist in Top Model, People’s choice and multimedia competitions. The campaign’s goal is to spread awareness about menstrual hygiene. She visited about 20 villages for the project and treated over 5,000 women.

On 18 November 2017, Chhillar was crowned Miss World 2017 by outgoing titleholder Miss World 2016 Stephanie Del Valle from Puerto Rico in the finals in Sanya, China..

The first and the second runners-up were Miss England Stephanie Hill and Miss Mexico Andrea Meza at the event, which was televised live globally.

In the top five round, Chhillar was asked which profession according to her deserved the highest salary.

“I think a mother deserves the highest respect and when you talk about salary it’s not always about cash but I feel it’s the love and respect that you give to someone. My mother has always been the biggest inspiration in my life.

“All mothers sacrifice so much for their kids. So, I think it is the job of a mother that deserves the highest salary,”

Chhillar said to a wideapplause.

Chhillar is the sixth Indian to win the coveted crown, which was first won by Reita Faria back in 1966. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her for the Miss World 2017 crown.

“Congratulations @ ManushiChhillar!

India is proud of your accomplishment,” he said in a tweet.

Taking to the Twitter, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar praised Chhillar and said, “I congratulate Haryana’s daughter Manushi Chhillar on winning the Miss World crown.”

In a statement, Chhillar said: “The feeling is still sinking in and very excited to make India proud too. I’m also looking forward to the year ahead.

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by having them here with me in front of me”.

According to Chhillar’s profile on the Miss World website, her father, Dr. Mitra Basu Chhillar, is a scientist at the Defence Research and Development Organisation, while her mother, Dr. Neelam Chhillar, is an associate professor and department head of neurochemistry at the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences.

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and scuba diving besides sketching and painting.

about Manushi Chhillar:

Her personal motto, as described on the website, reads: “When you cease to dream you cease to live” and “Courage to give flight to your dreams and the ability to believe in yourself makes life worth living”.

1. Manushi Chhillar is a beauty with brains.

She wants to become a gynecologist. She is doing MBBS from Bhagat Phool Singh Government College, Sonepat. Her father Dr. Mitra Basu Chhillar is a scientist at DRDO, whereas her mother Dr. Neelam Chhillar

Fantastic facts

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Born to doctor parents, she studied at St Thomas School in New Delhi and Bhagat Phool Singh Government Medical College for Women in Sonepat.

trained Kuchipudi dancer, who gets training form popular names.

4. Manushi also represented India and her college in Cultural Exchange Program in 2014 in Japan. She is truly an inspiration to millions of people all around the world.

5. She has always dreamed of becoming the Miss World.

For taking part in Femina Miss India 2017, she had to sacrifice one year of her education. Her hard work was worth, as she was crowned Femina Miss India 2017 in June this year.

is the lead of department of Neuro-Chemistry at the Institute of Human Behavior and Allied Sciences.

2. Manushi is a very good dancer as well. She is a trained Kuchipudi dancer, who gets training form popular names.

3. Manushi is a very good dancer as well. She is a

6. In addition to all these things, Manushi is a very adventurous girl. She is a big fan of outdoor sports like scuba diving, bungee jumping, paragliding, and snorkeling

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8. She also wants to spread social awareness among people. Her beauty with purpose project is “Project Shakti”, through which she spreads awareness about problems related to menstrual cycle 9. Manushi Chhilar loves acting. She has participated in National School of Drama.

10. Manushi is a 20-year-old girl from Haryana, who is too good in English. In 12th standard, she was an All India CBSE topper.

11. Manushi is sixth to enter Miss World ‘Hall Of Fame’ in India.

12. Manushi won Miss World title in 2017 after Priyanka Chopra, who was crowned Miss World title in 2000.

7. Manushi had also won the Beauty With Purpose Title, which is legitimate after all she is from Haryana, which is the state of gender inequality.

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63rd Jio

Filmfare Awards 2018

A Starry Night Full

Of Entertainment Cocktails

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Who all took the black lady this year and who all shook their legs on stage, well before it comes on air, here is a sneak peek into the most happening night of 2018. The 63rd Jio Filmfare Awards concluded on Jan 20th at NSCI dome in Worli, Mumbai.

The starry night saw some of the most popular, most trendy, most controversial and the most endearing faces from the Hindi Film industry.

Hot on the heels, shimmering and sparkling in their celestial attires and oozing elegance and grace, the entire participation at Filmfare awards night was simply astounding. Stunning Aalia to Quirky Ranveer, slightly off

placed Sonam to stylish Kajol; all the stars poured exuberance.

And this year’s winners truly shadowed the coming back of classic times when Awards and rewards meant much more than just an yearly ritual. The big and bold names of Bollywood, for a change took just the front stage for their performances and the well crafted and truly deserving jumped high. With the most sought after hosts as Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar for the better part on stage, this event was a splendid one.

Films like Hindi Medium, Tumhari Sulu and Bareily ki Barfi won to top notch awards and it reclaimed the faith in awards once again, for many.

Best film and Best actor male went to Hindi Medium and Irrfan Khan, while Vidya Balan bagged the best actor female for her woman next door portrayal of Sulu in Tumhari Sulu. This marks the 6th Filmfare best actor award for Vidya Balan. Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari won for Best director for her movie Bareily ki Burfi.

The list of winners from Reliance Jio Filmfare Awards 2018:

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The complete list of winners include: Best Film: Hindi Medium Best Film Popular category: Hindi Medium Critics’ Award for Best Film: Newton Best Actor In A Leading Role (Female): Vidya Balan for Tumhari Sulu

People’s Choice Award for Best Short Film: Anahut Best Short Film (Fiction) : Juice Best Short Film (Non Fiction): Invisible Wings Best Music Album: Pritam for Jagga Jasoos Best Playback Singer (Male): Arijit Singh for Roke na ruke naina - Badrinath Ki Dulhania

Best Actor In A Leading Role (Male) : Irrfan Khan for Hindi Medium

Best Playback Singer (Female): Meghna Mishra for Nachdi phira - Secret Superstar

Critics’ Award for Best Actor (Male): Rajkummar Rao for Trapped

Best Lyrics: Amitabh Bhattacharya for Ullu ka pattha - Jagga Jasoos

Critics’ Award for Best Actor (Female): Zaira Wasim for Secret Superstar

Lifetime Achievement Award: Mala Sinha and Bappi Lahiri

Best Director: Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari for Bareilly Ki Barfi

Best Choreography: Vijay Ganguly and Ruel Dausan Varindani for Galti se mistake - Jagga Jasoos

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Best Debut Director: Konkona Sensharma for A Death in the Gunj Best Actor In A Supporting Role (Male): Rajkummar Rao for Bareilly Ki Barfi Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Female): Meher Vij for Secret Superstar Best Dialogue: Hitesh Kewalya for Shubh Mangal Saavdhan Best Screenplay: Shubhashish Bhutiani for Mukti BhavanBest Original Story: Amit Newton for Newton Best Actor (Male) in a Short Film: Jackie Shroff for Khujli Best Actor (Female) in a Short Film: Shefali Shah for Juice WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

Best Background Score: Pritam for Jagga Jasoos Best Action: Tom Struthers for Tiger Zinda Hai Best C inematography: Sirsha Ray for A Death In The Gunj Best Editing: Nitin Baid for Trapped Best Production Design: Parul Sondh for Daddy Best Sound Design: Anish John for Trapped Best Costume: Rohit Chaturvedi for A Death In The Gunj

Some worthy mentions from the reliance Jio Awards 2018: While we all have seen the quirky quotient of Ranveer Singh but this time he made it sure to showcase every film he can, through the poster collage printed disco suit which was too off beat and yet eye-catchy. We just adored Alia Bhatt’s cascading fringes walking down the red carpet in her soothing pale pink gown. We simply loved the black potpourri and hues here at our very own desi award night, inspired by the #Metoo movement from the West. Dreamy beauty Parineeti looked fabulous in her princely gown with sparkling enhancements and

Madhuri Dixit looked like a Greek Goddess spilling sensuality and grace. Miss World Manushi Chhillar turned heads with her sultry and sexy attire by Sonakshi Raaj all laced in red with a satin overlay. Dia Mirza in her cascading ruffles made a striking appearance and so did Dusky beauty Bipasha Basu. The recently named Asia’s Hottest male Shahid Kapoor looked sleek and stylish in all white ensemble.

So did Ranbir Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor and Akshay Kumar; with their drop dead gorgeous looks and Greek appeal.

Some of the most wonderful performances from the bigwigs made the night a thorough eventful and entertaining one which made us drool over our idols right at the stage. When Manushi

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We couldn’t stop giggling at the Bareily ki Burfi reunion on stage with Rajkumar Rao and Ayushmann Khurana.

Sunny Leone casted a dreamy spell with her mystic and magical performance keeping everyone glued from tip to tip. We just can not get over the grace that Rekha spilled, as a tradition she gave away the best actor Female award and the sight of two powerful and beautiful women together on stage was simply mesmerizing.

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Bappi Lahiri and Mala Sinha won the lifetime achievement award with a spectacular performance by Ranveer Singh highlighting Bappi’s genre and contribution to the Hindi Film industry. We were drooling at the sight of Kalki in a lemon yellow saree with sparkles and shimmer at right places.

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forward to this starry night with some magnum opus performances being rewarded and our heartthrob’s raising the temperatures to soaring high. We just love the filmfare awards magic, mystique and madness that entices us all and keeps us drooling for more. The sultry black lady held by our beloved stars and the power packed performances of some of our favorites, makes this night not just wizardly but gleeful too. While your are tucked up in bed with a warm cuppa magical delight, it is time to brew some more espresso for you! Yes we take you down the Filmfare awards 2018 night to bring out some of the most intricate details of the crème de la crème of Bollywood.

Stay tuned to know who wore what at Reliance Jio Filmfare awards 2018 in our this year’s filmfare fashion report.

Some steaming and piping details of the Reliance Jio Awards 2018 night: With the conventional norms from the old school methods of ranking a movie being seen again, this years Filmfare awards were truly the most deserving taking back the black lady home. From past many years it is believed that the powerful and the

successful take rise over and above the true craft. But with Vidya balan, Irrfan Khan, Rajkumar Rao and Zaira Wasim grabbing this black chic, we are reliving the good old times. The charismatic and rhapsodic launch from red carpet to after party, made heads turn. For the stars came down in some of the most ravishing and scintillating attires, leaving us in awe.

Some of the worthy style mentions from Reliance Jio Filmfare Awards 2018 include:

1- Parineeti Chopra: This Chopra damsel had truly mystic and magical presence

usual fashionista self. Though Eli Saab clutch saved the day for her, streamlined in black, white and gold matched with the gold on her jacket and perfectly paired gold earrings. Smoky eyes and metallic plates, well done by stylist Namrata made Sonam look trendy. Mid parted and straight hairdo seems to be the word now, from far west to eastern east, celebrities are adorning it all the time; so did our Leggy lady Sonam Kapoor. We really wished to see Sonam in some larger than life ensemble but experiment is the way to go, it seems

4- Madhuri Dixit:

with her princess ball gown like attire with sparkling embellishments and surreal aesthetics. A Kujta & Meri leopard print gown with glitter and tapered waistline for showing her perfect curves made a striking show. The gown had immense volume to add fairy kind of look and Renu Oberoi earrings made for classic trinkets for the evening.

Soft parted hair by stylist Gohar and let down straight for endearing appeal. Her smoky eyed makeup summed up

by Heema added grace and sensuality at the same time

2- Alia Bhatt: If angels lived, then yes we

If there is one goddess who truly exudes magic in whichever attire she wears, it is the 90’s dream saw one at the Fimlfare 2018, girls Madhuri Dixit. Dressed elegantly in a black satin made dressed as Alia Bhatt in soft gown by Marc Bumgarner. Cold toned lavender gown with cascading fringes and neatly shoulders and floral prints on top added grace and style to her pinned hairdo. Monsoori mesmerizing ensemble. A side designed gown, with zilch parted pony tail brilliantly done accessories and almost along with sparkling studs, done nude lip shade, Alia was surreal and pristine. Styled by by Amy Patel; Madhuri looked like a dream as she walked the Amy Patel, she graced and red carpet charmed with her simple yet endearing presence

5- Kajol:

3- Sonam Kapoor:

Kajol is the recent one, certainly bitten by the haute couture We were a bit confused for fashion bug. Her recent the style Sonam picked, appearances look more of but who said quirky is not a head turner. A rather off beat designs and fashion than her old time simple down to earth looks. shorts and jacket ensemble

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No matter how she dresses, Konkona is one artist who draws attention with her off beat yet powerful style. She matched Vidya Balan in choosing a black and gold saree in Anavila Label. She looked gorgeous with trendy jewelry all over. Her wavy hair nude makeup specially the chunky necklace made her look stunning and why not she had her black lady waiting for the wonderful directorial debut with a death in the gunj

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portrayal, of every woman who wants to do something on her own and in her own space. Vidya won her 6th best actor award for the film Tumhari Sulu. Dressed in her favorite attire, saree; she looked classic and elegant. Rick Roy label saree matched with Danglers from Gehna jewellers and an aquamarine cocktail ring; Vidya was a sight. Natural makeup, highlighted bindi and hair down naturally; Vidya spelled grace in every form

8- Preity Zinta: Well well well! Thanks to Preity for bringing some Hollywood like charm to our desi gala. A pink Garimon Roferos strapless gown with embroidery and lacy finish

and flowing textures exuding spice and style. For pink is the new black, and bestowed with class and elegance; Preity looked charming in Farah Khan Ali jewelry and killer red lips. A white midrib belt over her gown made for a fashion forward style from Preity

9- Manushi Chhillar: We just loved the way

DIa Mirza just swept off our feet, with her stylish presence at the award night. We loved the silver metallic cascading ruffles by Shantanu and Nikhil.

Teamed up well with Renu Oberoi fine jewelry. Her side swept long locks with edgy waves at the bottom made for a striking look. She ushered trendy, chic, flirty and smart.

11- Kalki Koechlin: Kalki Koechlin took the award show by surprise by opting for a magical saree outfit. Floral embroidered regal saree by Sabyasachi, Kalki looked stunning with oversized earrings and messy hairdo.

Contrasted well with Gucci classic black clutch and silver gleaming bangles adding to her charisma

12- Shahid Kapoor:

Manushi played the game, her striking appeal, gracious style and powerful presence made everyone swoon over her. The racing red designer outfit from Sonaakshi Raaj, with a satin red overlay contrasted with a silver Jimmy Choo clutch and silver footwear; the Miss World was ready to rock the stage. We just loved the way her Miss World Crown fitted so perfectly over this all red ensemble

10- Dia Mirza:

This man exonerates passion and enigma. Her all white look with fitted suit and sleeves made heads turn. He was a true Greek god in all white ensemble

13- Ranveer Singh: If only we could, we would!

The way Ranveer dresses for each and ever event is commendable. He wears the quirkiest of outfits in such an effortless way.

His disco suit portraying

posters from movies of the retro era made a rather unconventional but a powerful style

14- Ranbir Kapoor: We just can’t get enough of this chocolate boy, and yet after his powerful performance in Ae Dil Hai Mushkil; we still think of him as the boy next door.

Blue suits matched with pink and black dotted tie made him look stylish and trendy. And when he presented the award to Rajkumar Rao, the audience went gaga over him

15- Rekha: Reka finds mention at every place she is, she truly owns it all. Her style, her grace, her charisma and her elegance are by far the most celebrated ever.

Her dark blue and silver saree with a potli bag in hand made for a stunning style. Black and gold jewelry and her highlight red lip color looked divine and surreal. We can’t thank the style goddess of Hindi Cinema for raising the fashion bars so high. No one can ever match her for she is the ruling prima donna of our industry

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The Bird’s Eye Test Of Guru

Dronacharya

That Only

Arjuna Passed

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In the great epic Mahabharata, which is a narration of the war between Pandavas and Kauravas has always been quoted as stories and instances at many places for the life lessons that it has taught us. Mahabharat may be ages old, but its stories and teachings hold relevance in every situation of the modern world too.

One such wonderful example is of the story of Guru Dronacharya’s Bird’s eye test that no one passes but Arjuna.

Arjuna was a great archer, he was far better than anyone Dronacharya had ever trained. Arjuna was a great student to his guru, he always showed exceptional concentration and dedication towards every task he was given.

Dronacharya knew this and he loved arjuna for that.

While teaching all the little Kuru and Pandu princes dronacharya would often praise Arjuna. It was evident to everyone that not only was arjuna was a better archer but also dronacharya’s favorite student. The eldest prince of the Kuru Clan, Duryodhana absolutely detested his cousins and this special place given to Arjuna made him extremely mad.

One Day Duryodhana saw dronacharya walking by, he intentionally started

talking to his brothers. He complains in a volume that Guru Dronacharya should also be able to hear him. He says that Arjuna is not the best warrior prince and that dronacharya is wrong when he thinks so. Left to himself, Arjuna is literally nothing in front of me.

On hearing this, Dronacharya smiles. Looking at the young prince’s jealousy he feels that he should justify in front of everyone why he feels Arjuna’s abilities are superior than anyone else and there existed no warrior like him.

The next day dronacharya asked all the princes to assemble with their bow and arrows in the forest.

He showed everyone a tall tree that was 100 yards away. There was a wooden bird on the branch of that tree. He told everyone to hit that bird on the branch, but only with a single arrow.

Everyone started murmuring as to how that was possible.

When everyone stood in a queue with their bows, he asked everyone a question,

whoever gave a proper answer will be allowed to take the test.

First he asks Yudhistir, What do you see when you look at the tree? He replies “The Bird”.

Dronacharya asks again “What else do you see?”

Yudhistir thinks for a moment and replies, “well, i see the branches, the leaves and the sky behind it.”

Dronacharya smiles and asks him to keep his bow down.

Next he asks Duryodhana to come forward and he asks him the same question.

Duryodhana replies “I see the bird and the tree and you Sir” Dronacharya tells duryodhana that he may not waste his arrow and he can also put his bow down.

Slowly he asks every prince and they answer almost like their elders brothers did.

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same question, Arjuna raises his bow, streches it, takes a deep breath and answers “Guruji, I see the Birds eye” Everyone is surprised to hear this answer.

Dronacharya further questions him, “What else do you see son?”

Arjuna replies “ I see just the eye Guruji, and nothing else” Dronacharya feels proud and approves of the answer and and asks him to fire. In a flash of a second, the wooden bird falls down from the tree with an arrow pierced in its eye.

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on what their goal is and nothing else. Every other prince had set their eyes on everything else too, that is a reason why there were fewer chances of them succeeding and more chances of getting distracted.

Arjuna’s answer is reflective of the fact that he has a clear goal and the ability to concentrate his energies on the target and nothing else.

This story teaches us that that we should make ourselves capable to separate our goals away from the distractions of life.

Always set your eyes on the goal and let everything

else fade away into oblivion.

Arjuna was able to ignore the presence of the tree branches and leaves and only saw what is master asked him to achieve.

Everything else are only distractions which will always be in your life to pull you away from your target.

This simple attribute with set you apart from the crowd and make you special like Arjuna among the other princes.

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Families are always keenly looking at Autism facts and statistics to help and educate them better also to help their communities.

Autism Spectrum Disorders are a complex neurological disorder that impairs the social, communicative and cognitive functions and skills.

The thorough understanding of the science behind the methodological treatment for autism is difficult. But a basic information and understanding of these concepts are important to spread awareness.

In 2014, the “Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s Autism and Development Disabilities Monitoring Network” determined that autism impacts 1 in every 68 kids in the USA. The ratio of girls to boys as well differs – 1 in every 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls. However, there are WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

plenty of interesting facts about that people will not be aware of. The multi-million dollar cost of Autism Spectrum Disorder, the genetic linking of this and why New Jersey is called the Autism capital of the USA. You will see many more such facts about autism here below:

List of Autism Awareness Facts:

1. Autistic people can lead a

happy life: The autistic people despite what the others believe can live happily with the support of their families and

community.

2. ASD people are more likely to die: The Autism Spectrum Disordered people are 2-5 times more likely to die as compared to the generic crowd. This is mostly because of their health conditions are more common and they are prone to seizure and accidents.

3. You can find out Autism Spectrum Disorder in early ages: While a lot of disorders are diagnosed later in lives, kids with ASD show differences very soon while they are in preschool. It can

6. Autism Spectrum Disorder is much more common in boys: Boys are more prone to the Autism Spectrum Disorder almost 5 times more likely than girls.

While there are no scientific reasons to know why this unfair ratio but it is believed that girls may show different symptoms as compared to the boys and hence the difference.

7. Autism Spectrum Disorder is in your genes: There is no research to prove the gene that creates Autism Spectrum Disorder, however; science has proven that it is strongly genetic links.

8. Unemployment for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Although the people with Autism Spectrum Disorder have known to have above average IQ levels, they still struggle to find jobs.

9. Autism Spectrum also show up as early as 6 months old. The babies with Autism Spectrum Disorder do not react to faces the way any other baby without ASD does.

4. Care for people with ASD can be much cheaper: Lifelong care for an individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder could be expensive. However, study suggests that these costs can be cut in half if diagnosed early and treated.

But lifelong care becomes expensive. Over a lifetime, it

costs from $1.4 million to $2+ million.

5. New Jersey has the highest autism rate: The major fact on autism is that New Jersey (for unknown reasons) has the highest rate of Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosed in the USA. Either New Jersey has got good diagnostic tricks or that there could be something seriously wrong in New Jersey.

Disorder has nothing to do with intelligence: Keeping aside the learning disabilities which do hamper the intelligence, Autism Spectrum Disorder has nothing to do with it. Almost 44% and above with Autism Spectrum Disorder have average intelligence or above average.

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noted to occur in different places, races, ethnicities across the globe.

11.There is no medical test for autism: As of now, there are no blood tests to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Instead, the doctors and other professionals make use of the behavioral test to see whether the kids have Autism Spectrum Disorder or not.

12. They Wander easily: All

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kids wander but the ones with Autism Spectrum Disorder have tendencies to wander off into dangerous situations like rivers, lakes, busy street etc.

13. Early treatment helps: There is no cure to Autism Spectrum Disorder, but diagnosing early and getting the therapy done (speech, occupational therapy, social skills etc along with behavioral analysis) have shown major improvement in the kids.

14. Aspergers and Autism are the same: Autism Spectrum Disorder was the new term used in the collection to the diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Many people have not heard either of the names and have not adjusted to the Autism Spectrum Disorder term.

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15. Autism in kids are more likely to be born to older parents: Autism Spectrum Disorder kids are much likely to born to older parents over 35 and 40 years of mother and father respectively.

16. Vaccinations do not cause Autism Spectrum Disorder: although it has been a big debate if there are cases where vaccinations cause Autism Spectrum Disorder, the studies have proved that vaccines do not cause Autism Spectrum Disorder and it is a myth.

17. “Refrigerator mothers” have Autistic kids: Autism Spectrum Disorder happened to kids with mothers who are cold and distant from their kids. This longtime theory has now been proved a major myth.

18. Autism Spectrum Disorder was described in 1943: the term Autism was described first by Dr. Leo Kanner in his paper in 1943 about “Autistic Disturbances of Affective Contact”. He reported it on an 11-year-old kid who showed marks of lack of interest in other people leading to highly unusual interest in the inanimate surroundings.

19. There is no cure:

The ratio of girls to boys as well differs – 1 in every 42 boys and 1 in 189 girls.

However, there are plenty of interesting facts about that people will not be aware of.

Facts on autism suggest that there surely is no cure for Autism Spectrum Disorder, however, there are a number of behavioral therapies that could drastically improve the kid’s acts. Behavioral therapy, speech therapy, social analysis etc. helps the person with Autism Spectrum Disorder to improve and get better.

20. Autism rates are on a rise: The Autism Spectrum Disorder has been ever since growing and also one of the fastest- growing developmental disorders in the USA. It is anticipates that there could be additional unknown reasons for the spike in autism rate and investigations are still ongoing with respect to the environmental changes,

toxins and viruses in food and allergies.

the most Oscar wins for any autismrelated films.

21. Large head size could be

23. Scholarships for Autistic

flagged: The recent findings have been published in “Journal of the American Medical Association” suggest that the autistic children’s brain develops differently from the early age and hence at birth, the head circumference and brain could be compared. Those who have diagnosed with severe form of autism were found to have the most accelerated growth of brain during infancy.

22. Autism Movies: Rain Man has

kids: Many scholarships are available for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder for postsecondary programs and are also for physically disabled individuals.

24. Autism Fact Sheet: About 40% of kids do not speak who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. About 25%–30% of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder have few words at 12 to 18 months of age and lose them later. Others might speak, however not until afterwards in childhood.

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INDIAN FOOD

Samosa:

The world famous

savory snack from India

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Samosa is a perfect, delicious and a mouthwatering snack, packed with spicy goodness. It is a signature snack of most of the parties or gettogethers. There are fascinating facts about Samosas we are sure you might not be aware. The journey of Samosa to India and its story on how it became inseparable from the menu.

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A triangular shaped cuisine, Samosa, is divided into two parts the cone and the fillers. Cone is made up of the beaten flour and there are various stuffing depending ont he tastes, culture and geographic regions like onion samosa, corn samosa, potato (alu) samosa and many more. Minced meat like mutton, beef or chicken is as well added as stuffing. It is eaten hot and with assorted pickles. Although, all these are loved and among the most favorite delicacy, the one with the mashed potatoes and vegetables are the most famous kinds found in South Asia. Also it has been noted that Samosa, in the entire South Asia, is probably the most favorite snack. It is part of a daily diet for a lot of people. Most of the street vendors, diners and sweet makers sell samosas on a daily basis.

History of Samosa Samosa’s history seems to go back to the 10th century or before when it was originated in the Middle East. According to the Iranian historian, it was called as “Sambosa�. Later in the 13th century it was

introduced in India and since then it has topped on the top food list menu for snacks. According to an iconic figure in cultural history, Amir Khusro, Samosas belonged to the Delhi Sultanate and he mentioned in his books as to how the Princess and nobles enjoyed and relished the tasty Samosas stuffed with pistachios, almonds, raising and cashews with a combination of vegetables or meat and was deep fried in ghee.

Samosas were brought to India during trading by various Muslim merchants from Central Asia to South and East Asia though the silk route.

Since the time it was introduced to the Indians, they acquired the taste for it and have reintroduced their own samosa filled with vegetables and other stuffing which is commonly eaten today.

The chronicles of Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Dynasty have stated about Samosa which were eaten mostly by the royals during the meal time and were generally filled with meat or fruits or sweets.

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Varieties across the world Burma: They call it “Samosas”

and are extremely popular there as well across the county as a snack.

Bangladesh: It is called as

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“Singhara” and is much smaller in shape as compared to the Indian variety. It is filled with vegetables and potatoes which is similar to the Indian taste and variety but variations in the spices. A flat version of the samosa is filled with minced meat and onions.

Nepal: They called it as

“Singadas” and are a very common street food in Eastern zone of Nepal. The rest of the country also calls it same as India – “Samosas”

Pakistan: The Pakistan has a

variety of it ranging from sweet to spicy, vegetarian to nonvegetarian. The Samosas are famous in this country for the spices and varied flavors it offers.

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Africa: The Samosas are a

staple local cuisine there called commonly as “Horn of Africa”.

They are usually a delicacy served on special occasions.

How can you make samosa healthier?

If you are among the health conscious lot, and tempted to have samosas, here are the ways you can make it healthier. Yes, the traditional Samosas are high in calories but the fact is that Samosas are neither junk nor unhealthy. All that matters is the choice of the ingredients and the cooking style and method.

Using multigrain flour for the outer crust or covering cone, and making a healthy stuffing of combined vegetables, tofu or cottage cheese or sprouts and beans along with spices of your choice, you can make a healthy Samosa snack. Steam it instead of deep frying or you could even microwave it. This gets you a perfect nutritious snack to kill

the hunger and temptation in you.

That’s why it is said that you do not have to give up your favorite food for healthy living. You can make one of your own.

Some fun facts about the triangular mouthwatering snacks Samosas are not Indian originated snacks. It was more of a Persian or Middle Eastern food before the 10th century.

The original name was Samsa which was named after the pyramids in Central Asia.

Let us clear some misconceptions about the triangular Samosa snack being very unhealthy and fatty. Samosas, when made with good quality of ingredients, has around 300 calories and lesser than just 20 grams of fat and over 30 grams of carbohydrates.

And ect....

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PR A N AV M I S T RY THE MAN BEHIND SAMSUNG GALAXY

G E AR SM A RT WAT C H

Pranav Mistry, the inventor of revolutionary Six Sense technology is a well known name amongst the youth of India.

In fact, every graduate of India dreams to be at the same height like Pranav Mistry. The magical Techno-Freak from India has gained a world wide admiration with his astounding works in the fields of technology.

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Frankly speaking, Pranav’s thinking starts a thousand kilometers ahead of the point where the human imagination ends. His latest gadget and a bouquet of numerous exciting and surprising inventions have taken him to sky heights.

Before joining Samsung, Mistry was a Research Assistant and PhD candidate at the MIT Media Lab. Mistry has worked with Microsoft, Google, CMU, NASA, UNESCO, Japan Science & Technology among others Background: Born and raised in Palanpur, he identifies with “diamonds, attar and poetry”, Mistry was fortunate to be exposed to a spirit of enquiry both at home

and school.

He went to a Gujarati-medium school, Vidya Mandir, where “as seventh graders, my classmates and I would make rockets to see what made them fly, and models of remote-controlled motor boats because Palanpur had heavy rainfall”.

Education:

* Bachelor of Computer

Engineering at Gujarat University

* Master of Design at IDC,

IIT Bombay

* Master of Science at MIT

Media Lab, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

* PhD at MIT Media Lab,

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Pranav’s Magic - ‘The Sixth Sense Technology’ The exceptional Sixth Sense Technology is a lively example of Pranav Mistry’s designing genius. This super technology enables you to use the whole world as an information source. ‘Sixth Sense’ is a wearable gestural interface that augments the physical world around us with digital information and lets us use natural hand gestures to interact with that information.

Now you can make a newspaper to show live video news or dynamic information, a gesture of drawing a circle

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NRI PROFILE on the user’s wrist projects an analog watch and display someone’s personal details at first sight that too on his face.

A simple mobile like device and a pendant can make use the whole world for scribbling. Click pictures with your gestures.

Display details on a wall or anywhere you wish to. The camera, projector and the processor will empower you with the Six Sense Technology Claim to Fame:

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In 2009, Mistry shot to fame at the TED India 2009 meet, with his ‘SixthSense’. The device lets the right gestures do all the work — from checking mail to taking photos.

SixthSense buys into science’s radical belief that the final frontier of technology is the human body by allowing users to type on their bare palms or take photographs by framing their hands and flicking their thumbs.

Back in 2009 Mistry said that SixthSense will help bridge the gap between the real and the digital world.

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display screen at the same time. Single sign boards will display information in variant languages at the same time.

Two people watching TV can watch their favorite channel on a single TV screen.

The world is awaiting this exceptional invention.

*Speaker for TED 2009 talk

Pranav Mistry’s Achievments

at India level, for project MARBO.

on ‘sixthsense, TED 2009, Long Beach, CA.

*Second in SPACE

competition in SIGGRAPH2004, Los Angeles.

*First in Innovation Fair

* Winner of ‘TR35 2009’

*Best Paper in USID2007 for

*Winner of ‘INVENTION OF

*All India third in National

*Winner of ‘Young Indian

*Third in Model Presentation

award, Technology Review THE YEAR 2009’ award, Popular Science

Innovator 2009’ award, Digit Magazine

‘Akshar’.

Open Hardware Contest at IIT Bombay for project DATAG2.02 at INGENIUM 2002.

You can copy pictures from your phone and paste it to your laptop or tablet, copy a phone number from computer and paste it in your mobile phone, transfer and address received as sms to google maps on computer and many such things at ease.

“SPARSH uses touch based interactions as just indication for what to copy, from where and where to pass it. Technically, the actual magic(transfer of media) happens on the cloud.”

2- Mouseless – an invisible mouse :

*Third in Creative art

competition organized by ISRO.

*First in Design competition organized by IEEE, India chapter.

*Second in website

designing organized by ACES.

*Selected for the prestigious DIRUBHAI AMBANI FOUNDATION AWARD for securing first rank in district

*Second in on the spot

Model Making contest at techfest 2001 at IIT Bombay.

Pranav Mistry’s Incredible Inventions:

1- SPARSH : “Touch to Copy, Touch to Paste” “Now, you are your cloud” The above two statements are enough get a fair idea about the concept, but the actual working of the product is all the more pleasant.

SPARSH, is an interaction method which lets you conceptually transfer media from one device to your body and pass it to other device by simple touch gestures. So basically, you yourself act as a pathway for your media transfer.

Mouseless is an invisible mouse that provides the familiarity of interaction of a physical mouse without actually needing a real hardware mouse. This MIT graduate has removed the dependency of the physical mouse and has made your hand itself a mouse, using gesture recognition, Infrared lasers and computer vision algorithms.

In my opinion – “No more hassles to take your mouse along to play games with your friends and no more mouse shortages, you have your hand. That’s enough.”

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gaze and blink movements and uses this as a way to control and command a robot.

“Using BlinkBot the user can direct a robot to move an object from a location to another by just gazing at the object, selecting it by an intentional blink and selecting the destination location by another blink.”

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“QUiCKiES are intelligent sticky notes that can be searched, located and can send reminders and messages, and help us to seamlessly connect our physical and informational experiences.”

– Pranav Mistry, MIT Media Lab Sticky notes are so important for us to keep a tab on our daily tasks, reminders, to-do

lists and make a note of other types of information.

What “Quickies” does is that it intelligently reminds us of our commitments via mobile phone, email, messaging clients, alerts etc that are integrated with the system. The notes made on the physical sticky notes are interpreted through a software program and it is linked to mobile phones, email calendars so that the users are timely notified and never forgotten about their commitments.

Users can also browse through all the notes using a computer and also search for a particular note using keywords.

The device, patented by MIT, also has Indian roots of Pranav Mistry incorporated – Bringing your hands together in the gesture called “Namaste”, triggers the main menu of the device to open up. That’s just Awesome!!

Recent Projects he is working upon: SixthSense Third Eye Inktuitive QUICKiES

Invent DATAG2.02 Marbo ProjectCHILD SunFlower Sandesh Ghost in the machine RoadRunner VET Sthiti Akshar

TaPuMa

5- SixthSense – Wear Ur World (WUW) : SixthSense is a wearable interface that augments the physical world around us with digital information and lets us use natural everyday hand gestures to interact with that information. By wearing just a hat with a tiny projector and a camera, user can make any (yes, ANY!!) flat surface as a connection to the world to check emails, finding locations, drawing with gestures etc. This innovation bagged MANY awards and coverage in leading media agencies.

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According to a study, India posted the biggest increase among origin countries with eligible immigrants for American citizens, between 2005 and 2015.

Around 80% eligible Indian immigrants have opted for American citizenship in 2015, compared to 69% in 2005. This registered a 12% increase, according to the Pew Research Center.

One other origin country that showed increase for the same is Ecuador from Africa, which registered similar 12% point increase between 2005 and 2015.

Pew said, “By 2015, eligible immigrants from India had one of the higher naturalization rates (80 per cent) due to a 12- percentage-point increase in its naturalization rate since 2005. Only eligible immigrants from Ecuador (68 per cent in 2015) had as large an increase,” “This is a bigger increase than for US immigrants WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

overall, among whom naturalization rates jumped from 62 percent in 2005 to 67 percent in 2015,” the research center added.

During the same period, the number naturalized immigrants in the US have showed a 37% increase, i.e 14.4 million in 2005 to 19.8 million in 2015. In the year 2015, with 86% and 85% respectively, Vietnam and Iran reported the highest naturalization rates of any group. Eligible immigrants from China,Honduras and Cuba declined from 2005 to 2015, as per the data from

the Pew Research Center.

On the other hand, the United States denied naturalization applications to nearly one million immigrants between 2005 and 2015.

To gain eligibility for the US citizenship, the immigrant must be 18 years old lived in the US for at least five years as lawful permanent resident or lived in the US for three years for those married to a US citizenship And must be in a good standing with the law

Aadhaar Card Not

Necessary For NRIs and PIOs To Avail Services The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), has issued a circular stating that the Non Resident Indians (NRIs) and Person Of Indian Origin (PIOs) are not required to link bank accounts and other services with Aadhaar. It has also instructed banks and various other agencies to work out a mechanism in order to verify the status of NRIs and PIOs. Dr Ajay Bhushan Pandey, CEO of the UIDAI has asked the union ministries and departments to issue directives to all state governments and other agencies informing them that NRIs are not even eligible

to apply for the national biometric identity card (Aadhaar). The order has listed out 16 direct or indirect services connected to NRIs.

It is a move welcomed

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NRI IMMIGRATION clearly noted that the central ministries, departments, state governments and other implementation agencies should keep in mind that Aadhaar as an identity document can be sought only from those eligible for it under Aadhaar Act, and that most NRIs/PIOs/ OCIs may not even be eligible for its enrolment.

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Furthermore, according to the Prevention of Money laundering Rules 2017 and also the Indian Income Tax Act, the linking of bank accounts and PAN respectively, “is for those persons who are eligible to enrol for Aadhaar”.Thus, NRIs and PIOs will not fall under their ambit.

The Aadhaar-issuing body had received concerns and petitions from several cases

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the Aadhaar Act,” about such problems faced

by Non Resident Indians (NRIs), Person of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) where they were demanded Aadhaar for availing various services and benefits.

Apparently some departments were asking the NRIs/OCIs/ PIOs to produce Aadhar or link it with their bank accounts for availing services. This was happening despite the fact that NRIs/PIOs/OCIs are not entitled for the 12-digit biometric card registration.

According to the UIDAI note dated November 15 to central and state ministries, “The laws regarding submitting/linking of Aadhaar for availing the services/benefits applies to the residents as per the Aadhaar Act 2016, Most of the NRIs/ PIOs/OCIs may not be eligible for Aadhaar enrolment as per

It has also ordered the implementing agency to workout a mechanism “to ascertain the genuineness of status of such NRIs/PIOs/ OCIs”.

It comes as a relief to the mass NRI population of India since, the government of India in a notification from the revenue department, has made it clear that producing Aadhaar was mandatory for all existing resident Indian bank account holders by December 31, 2017. If they fail to do so, their account shall no longer be operational.

In a press release, Consulate General of India at New York stated details on Aadhaar for Non Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) Aadhaar Card enrolment is presently available to

residents in India. Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Cardholders who stay in India for a long time (over 182 days in twelve months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment) and have an Indian address can also enroll for Aadhaar Card in India. Non Resident Indians (NRIs), although they are citizens of India, are not eligible for Aadhaar Card if they have not stayed for more than 182 days or more in the last 12 months. Upon

completion of 182 days of their stay in India in the last 12 months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment, NRIs can apply for Aadhaar Card.

“As per Section 139AA of the Income-tax Act, 1961, every person who is eligible to obtain Aadhaar number shall, on or after the 1st day of July, 2017, quote Aadhaar number— (i) in the application form for allotment of permanent account number; (ii) in the return of income. The above

provisions apply to persons who are eligible to get Aadhaar. Under section 3 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016, only a resident is entitled to get Aadhaar. Therefore, the provisions of Section 139AA quoted above regarding linking of Aadhaar to PAN or the requirement of quoting the Aadhaar number in the return shall not apply to a non-resident, who is not eligible to get Aadhaar.”

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P P F AC CO U NT S FOR NRIS TO BE CLOSED

The government has amended rules for the people holding accounts at the Public Provident Fund and National Savings Certificates, to be closed before the maturity if the holder changes the status to non-resident Indians.

The new amended rule has been stated in the official gazette published earlier this month.

The amended rule, which has mentioned the canceling of PPF account from the date the holder changes the status to NRI, also says that the

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payable interest would be till the date of account closure.

It should also be noted that NRIs are not allowed to use services such as National Savings Certificates, Public Provident Fund and other various services from the Post Office.

SIM Verification System for NRIs, Tourists to Launch in 2-3 Weeks The Unique Identification Authority of india and the Telecom Department is in talks to launch a method for the mobile verification system for the Non-resident Indians as well as the tourists, who are not eligible for Aadhaar.

The Telecom secretary Aruna Sundararajan has already clarified that the system of SIM verification for NRIs can be launched in 2-3 weeks.

Currently, all the holders of Aadhaar will need to link their mobile numbers with the unique Aadhaar ID. The government has also been encouraging the move by easing the process more.

The also include the directive

by the government to the telecom operators to go to the doorstep of the customer to get their mobile number re-verified by the Aadhaar. Currently, people can link their Aadhaar ID with mobile numbers through OTP as well as IVRS facility.

The secretary also added that even though nonAadhaar users can verify their number with the help

of their passports, no decision have been taken on this so far.

She also reiterated the government’s stand on Aadhaar re-verification by stating that it is an important move in terms of protecting the user’s security from any fraudulent connections being issued on their names.

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30 Killed In Taliban

Led Attack On A In Kabul

Hotel

Kabul:

In an overnight siege, Gunman dressed in army uniforms battled against Afghan Special Forces at the Intercontinental Hotel, leaving 30 people dead including 14 foreign nationals.

The 17 hour battle terrified guests and left them running around the building seeking refuge and to escape. The Afghan Forces regained control in 18 hour overnight battle and some 160 people were rescued.

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Intercontinental Hotel is on a hilltop overlooking Kabul; the Afghan Capital.

Gunmen stormed into the Hotel dressed as Army personals and shot 6 people immediately. Then they began an 18 hour long siege with killings crossing over 30 and dozens injured.

Though the deaths reported by sources is 19, but in a report, “a senior Afghan security official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to talk to the media, said the death toll was over 30 and might climb higher. The dead

included hotel staff and guests as well as members of the security forces who fought the attackers” Interior minister Najib Danesh stated, “all five attacker were killed” He also added further that “the recent decision to transfer security to a private company had been a mistake” He added that the weapons used by the attackers were Kalashnikovs and hand grenades. He also stated that the attackers were affiliated to Pakistan-based Haqqani network. This group is based out of Pakistan’s tribal area of Waziristan. They have been involved in some high profile terrorist attacks on foreigners in Afghanistan. These Haqqani’s are closely ties with Talibans and Al Qaeda, and they aim to bring in Talibani rule in Afghanistan again.

Condemning the tragic attack, US Secretary of State, Rex Tillerson stated on Sunday, “The United States stands with the government and people of Afghanistan,” he said. “We remain firmly committed to supporting Afghan efforts to achieve peace, security, and prosperity for their country. Violence like what we witnessed yesterday has no place in Afghanistan or anywhere else in the world.”

The US Dept. of State had warned of a possible attack on Kabul by extremists, a week

before.

US Ambassador John Bass condemned the attack and stated “Such violence has no place here or anywhere in the world, Afghanistan deserves peace and security -- not deliberate and murderous attacks on innocent civilians,” Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned this attack and issued a statement, “We reiterate our strong condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. In our view, cooperation among the states is important for effectively combating and eliminating the scourge of terrorism,” Chief Executive Abdulalh Abdullah stated “I commend the Afghan Forces for their bravery and professional action of rescuing over 100 civilians and killing all terrorists in the insane attack on Intercontinental Hotel in Kabul. I condemn the attack and condole with the victim families.”

The gun men came in at 21:00 local time when the people were having dinner.

They stormed and began firing at the foreigners also shouting, “Where are the foreigners?”

stated, “They were wearing very stylish clothes,” he said.

“They came to me and asked for food. I served them the food and they thanked me and took their seats. Then they took out their weapons and started shooting the people.

There were dozens of dead bodies lying around me.”

Several people were seen using bedsheets and blankets to get down from balcony of the Hotel while the Afghan Forces batted the 5 gunmen.

These Afghan Forces were brought by Helicopters on the roof of the Hotel at night. They went on every floor for clearing operation, stating there were 4 attackers. But Taliban released a statement claiming the responsibility and also stating there were 5 Gunmen.

The security of the Hotel was handed to a private party just 2 week ago and the Ministry is now assuring to get in-depth report on how the security was breached.

Hotel Manager Ahmad stated that the gunmen entered through the kitchen. Intercontinental is a state owned Hotel which hosts political gatherings, conferences and weddings.

In June 2011 also 7 Talibani’s attacked the same Hotel killing 11 people.

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US Government Shuts Down As Senate Fails To Agree On A

New Budget

After almost 5 years the US Government has shut down at the stroke of midnight on Friday. Senate leaders failed to reach an agreement for a short term spending bill and the required 60 votes were not reached amid bitter exchanges between Republican and democrats on immigration and border security.

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This Federal shutdown halts almost all essential operations of the government and it all comes down to a dysfunctional Washington DC. Even the last minute negotiations failed when democrats blocked a four stop gap extension in a late night vote. This becomes the 4th Government shut down in last 25 years. But this shut down is a first as the same party which is the republicans, control both Congress and White house.

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workers of the government being without pay. But if there is no deal reached hundreds and thousands of federal workers risk being furloughed.

The US government ran out of money at midnight when Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer were unsuccessful in bringing any negotiation. The shutdown begins on Saturday which happens to be the first anniversary of President Trump’s Inauguration. This shows a deep political divide in Washington and his inability to strike a deal despite having a republican majority at both houses of Congress.

So now the hundreds and thousands of federal workers who are deemed non-essential

are put on a temporary layoff or an unpaid leave.

Trump blamed the Democrats, ” Senate Democrats own the Schumer Shutdown ,” said Sarah Huckabee Sanders, White House press secretary and, “Tonight, they put politics above our national security, military families, vulnerable children, and our country’s ability to serve all Americans”.

They further stated that immigration would not be discussed until Government was up and in action again.

They further added, “We will not negotiate the status of unlawful immigrants while Democrats hold our lawful citizens hostage over their reckless demands. This is the behavior of obstructionist losers, not legislators.”

Mick Mulvaney, the White House budget director, said that he believed “there is a deal in the next 24 hours because of the nature of the back and forth between the House and the Senate”

an agreement. But a political defeat here can be extremely expensive to either of the parties for the upcoming mid term elections can let control of the Congress be put out in open for grabs.

Retaliating to trump, Shumer stated, “It’s almost as if you were rooting for a shutdown and now we’ll have one and the blame should crash entirely on President Trump’s shoulders,” He further stated, “We can’t keep kicking the can down the road,” said Mr. Schumer. “We’ll be right back here in a month with the same problems at our feet.”

Mitch McConnell, the Republican Senate majority leader, said the Democrats were holding “the entire country hostage. . . because extreme elements of their base want illegal immigration to crowd out every other priority”.

Both Democrats and Republicans agreed to reopen negotiations on Saturday and they committed to reach

The shutdown would be seen on Morning when the federal workers would be forced to stay home without pay, and around 800,000 workers are believed to be affected by it.

During shutdown; airport security checks, food inspections, federal law enforcement, and other vital services would continue, along with Social Security and other federal benefit programs and military operations.

The last government shutdown was in 2013, and lasted for 16 days. and Trump at that time blamed Obama and stated, “The problem start from the top and have to get solved from the top. The president is the leader, and he’s got to get everybody in a room and he’s got to lead.”

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List, it is for the countries that engage in severe violations of the religious freedom and may not up to the level of ‘Countries of Particular Concern’ (CPC).

Frank R Wolf created this new category in International Religious Freedom Act of 2016. The designation aims at improvising respect towards religious freedom in these countries.

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religious freedom Pakistan has been put on ‘Special Watch List’ for ‘severe violations’ of religious freedom by The United States. The newly-formed list has only Pakistan on it currently.

Also, US re-designated about 10 countries under its International Religious Freedom (IRF) Act as ‘Countries of Particular Concern’. The countries are Burma (Myanmar), Eritrea, china, Iran, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, North Korea, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

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Pakistan in it because it continues to abide extrajudicial violence in the guise of opposing blasphemy and to harass its religious minorities.

Further, it has statesanctioned discrimination against groups like Ahmadis.

As per the research, Pakistan is among the countries with most restrictions on religion.

About the Special Watch

This Special Watch List automatically imposes economic and political sanctions which are designated to the countries to step below designating it as CPC. IRC International Religious Freedom Act which was amended to Frank R Wolf International Religious Freedom Act to have President to designate ‘Special Watch List’ of countries deemed to not meet all the CPC criteria; however who engaged in violations of religious freedom.

Under the Act of 1998 IRF, US Secretary of State annually designated governments that have tolerated or engaged systematic, continuous and egregious violations of religious freedom as CPC. The aim of these designations are to improve the respect for religious freedom in these countries.

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Tech Firms Request to

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Retain Work Permits For H-1B Spouses US technology industry, including Facebook, Microsoft, Apple, and Google requested the Trump administration to retain work permits for H-1B spouses, which falls under Obama-era rule, to work for America, legally.

US technology industry, including Facebook, Microsoft, Apple, and Google requested the Trump administration to retain work permits for H-1B spouses, which falls under Obama-era rule, to work for America, legally.

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and advocacy groups and business bodies, “As the Trump Administration conducts its review of the H-4 rule, we respectfully encourage you and your colleagues to maintain the program given its importance to the business community and to the American economy.�

Groups that include the US Chamber of Commerce, the Information Technology Industry Council, and BSAThe Software Alliance has urged in a letter to the Citizenship and Immigration Services to keep the H-4 programme and allow the

H-1B holders’ spouses with pending green cards to work in the US, legally. The was addressed to Lee Francis Cissna, Director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Where as the Trump Administration argues that it displaces genuine American workers and thus, is moving ahead with its decision to not permit the H-1B holders’ spouses’ to work in the US. The letter said: “It is a function of the failure to reform our nation’s immigration system that this group of H-4 spouses — the majority of whom are women — continue to face uncertainty and may be prevented from working while they wait for bureaucratic backlogs to be cleared.”

According to the letter, the H-4 rule has limited unnecessary disruptions to businesses by ameliorating economic and personal hardships–resulting from the lack of spousal work authorisation–previously faced by many H-1B employees and their families as they obtain LPR status.

“The current demand for visas under certain employmentbased preference categories and the application of the per- country quotas currently produce wait times of a decade or more for certain

individuals and their families.

“Ultimately, a legislative solution is required to remove the per-country limits that have caused this green card backlog,” the letter said.

“This will not only force businesses to incur added costs and endure the disruptions associated with having to fill these key positions in their companies, but it also creates uncertainty that negatively affects longterm workforce planning,” the letter said.

dependent spouses of H-1B nonimmigrant employees looking out for employmentbased lawful permanent resident (LPR) status or Green card.

According to the USCIS reports, an estimated 133,502 individuals are with pending employmentbased adjustment for status application in the US, as of October 2017.

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Indian American Becomes

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Manisha Singh, an Indian American, has become the first woman to be appointed as the Assistant Secretary of State for economic and business affairs in the Trump administration.

Manisha is a congressional staffer and lawyer. No other woman till date has taken over the post previously.

Singh, who was sworn in

by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, would be responsible for advancing American prosperity, innovation as well as entrepreneurship worldwide.

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Following swearing-in ceremony, the US State Department’s Economic & Business Affairs Bureau released a tweet that read, “We are excited to promote America’s growth and secure our future under her leadership!”

Earlier, the Indian born Singh was the policy adviser and chief lawyer as well to the Republican Senator Dan Sullivan. During President George W. Bush’s administration, Manisha had done a stint as an Deputy

Assistant Secretary of State in the economic bureau.

It is then that she handled intellectual property issues, relations with the World Trade Organization, and trade.

Manisha began her political career as an staffer on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, prior to which, she was a lawyer in the international law practice of a law firm.

First Sikh-American As New Jersey’s AG

For the first time, a Sikh-American named Gurbir S Grewal, is appointed as the New Jersey’s AG. He is a prominent IndianAmerican lawyer. Following the state Senate approval for his nomination, Mr. Grewal (44) has become the first Sikh attorney general of the US state of New Jersey.

During the confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Mr. Grewal said, “I never imagined that my life’s journey could bring me here today,” “I’m extremely humbled, and I’m looking forward to getting started,” he said. “My first order of business is to introduce myself and get up to speed.”

Following the Senate approval for his nomination with a 29-0 vote, Grewal became the nation’s first Sikh state attorney general. Later, at a private ceremony, Grewal had sworn into office, reports NJ.com.

A registered Democrat, Grewal was made Bergen County’s top law enforcement official in 2016 by the Governor Chris Christie.

Earlier, he worked as the chief of the economic crimes unit at the US Attorney’s Office under former federal prosecutor Paul Fishman, according to the reports.

Grewal told lawmakers that he would focus on building relationships between police and the communities, besides putting efforts to stem the opioid crisis. He also gave a word to direct the office’s prosecuting arm i.e. the Division of Criminal Justice to work with prosecutors in the state’s 21 counties to coordinate response to the heroin epidemic.

has run the 265-employee Prosecutor’s Office. He has worked to combat opioid abuse by employing strategies like pairing arrested suspects and the recently hospitalised with addiction counselors.

In December, Grewal was nominated to serve as the next attorney general of the US state of New Jersey. He was named by New Jersey Governor-elect Phil Murphy.

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One More Indian-American To Run For US Congress Yet, another Indian-American investment banker, Harry Arora, 48, is planning to run for the US House of Representatives from a Congressional seat in Connecticut. Arora seeks to oust Jim Himes, Democratic incumbent. Since 2009 January, Himes has been representing the 4th Congressional District.

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policies. After a successful business career, I want to serve the public cause. I consider that my duty.”

Indian-borne Arora has been a partner since 2012 in Northlander Commodity Advisors, which is a Londonbased firm specializing in energy trading. In 2006, Arora founded ARCIM Advisors, his own energy fund, where he rose to the rank of vice president after a decade.

Arora wants to have a

Republican voice in Samosa Caucus. It is an the informal group of Indian-Americans in the US House of Representatives. This would be Arora’s maiden attempt into electoral politics.

At present, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ami Bera, Pramila Jayapal, and Ro Khanna, are the four IndianAmericans in the US House of Representatives from the Democratic party.

Aziz Ansari- the first Asian American to win at Oscar 2018 Aziz Ansari, an Indian American becomes the first Asian to win an Oscar for Best Actor in a television series Comedy or Musical at the Golden Globes 2018 on Saturday, for his Netflix series “Master of None”.

He created history as the first man from Asian decent to have won the feat.

Ansari is the actor as well as writer for “Master of None” and he has been winning on most of the Television awards for his comedy timing. Hailing from South Carolina, Ansari began his acting career as a stand up comedian. Ansari said, “I genuinely didn’t think I would win because all the websites said I was going to lose. The only reason my acting is good in that show is because everyone else holds me up the whole time.”

With typical Indian features, Ansari has risen above the mediocre expectations that are from a person of color and Asian descent. The Master of None actor and creator Ansari won over Anthony Anderson (Black-ish), Kevin Bacon (I LoveDick), William H. Macy (Shameless) and Eric McCormack (Will & Grace).

He was nominated in the same category back in 2016 too and he commented, “I’m glad we

won this one because it would’ve really sucked to lose two of these in a row; it would’ve been a really sh--ty moment for me, but this is nice.” He thanked his fellow cast and crew, specially Alan Yang, the cocreator.

This years 75th Golden Globes ceremony took place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles hosted by Seth Myers.

He also kept up his comedy at the thanks giving speech with, “I want to thank Italy for all the amazing food we ate in season two” On Netflix’s original series, Ansari stars as Dev Shah, the hilarious pasta loving show host. He is the co-creator, writer and director for the show.

This is his second acting prize for “Master of None” after back to back Emmy’s for comedy writing for the same show.

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Krishnamoorthi said.

“While we must continue to invest in developing the skills of our domestic workforce, this decision avoids hurting American businesses and workers, while keeping families together in the process,” he said in a statement.

Indian Americans relieved and welcome H1B continuation of extension status

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The Trump administration changes in the current H1B reforms have led to shiver and fright among India immigrants awaiting Green card processing. But the recent decision by USCIS stating that it was not considering proposal to force H1B holders to leave US. Days after the Trump government stated it was considering tightening H1B rules and which could lead to deportation of over 5 lac Indians currently waiting for Green Card process.

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“H-1B visa holders, many of whom become small business owners and job creators, drive innovation and help build and strengthen our economy. While it remains a priority to invest in training and create a pipeline of skilled American workers, we must continue to leverage the talent and expertise of the hundreds of thousands of H-1B visa holders to fill the gaps in our domestic workforce” “I welcome the decision by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service to allow H1-B visa holders to continue to apply for visa extensions while awaiting their green cards,” IndianAmerican Congressman Raja

“In short, that proposal was un-American. I am glad that the Trump administration listened to us and others,” he said.

Suhag Shukla, Hindu American Foundation (HAF) executive director said, “the results would’ve been devastating. Devastating to these law abiding, tax paying workers and their families who have made America their home. Devastating for America by causing an unprecedented brain drain of skilled workers and potential entrepreneurs.

We’re grateful for the swift response by Representatives Tulsi Gabbard and Kevin Yoder in expressing to the administration the detrimental impact the proposed changes would have on the American economy and credibility, US-India relations, and families of skilled workers,”

Aziz Ansari-Is He Or Is He Not Guilty Of The Sexual Assault Charges The world is picking sides and clearly there is a benefit of doubt involved (for both the parties, and not) when we read the tabloid details on Aziz Ansari and Grace’s unfortunate sexual encounter.

Just when the world was going gaga over the Oscar spree of Ansari, the news started rolling in, of an unfortunate date he had in Manhattan, in Sept 2017; which ended up causing discomfort and sexual assault for the female who goes by the name Grace in media and meant completely consensual act for Ansari.

Was it a bad date, was it consensual, were his intentions wrong, is she seeking media attention or was it a sexual assault really?

(the pseudonym of the female) a 23 year old woman whom Ansari met and got carried away on a date with some acts which the woman felt violet about.

They met in LA and exchanged numbers, Grace was the one who went after him charmed by his success and persona.

Then they exchanged few texts and eventually went on a date in Manhattan which

took a different path. First they had wine at Ansari’s apartment and then he took her to a fancy restaurant.

They both came back to Ansari’s apartment and thats when the incident began.

Grace stated the night as, “by far the worst experience with a man I’ve ever had.

I believe that I was taken advantage of by Aziz”. She

None is yet confirmed and while the world takes sides; there is a clear case of miscommunication here. ‘Master of None’ star took to social media to express his regret and still went ahead to state that the act in his opinion was a consensual one. Ansari dated the woman back in 2017 and as stated at the babe.net website; Grace FEBRUARY 2018 | WWW.WISHESH.NET

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told she was uncomfortable by the sexual activity soon after their date at Ansari’s apartment and he did not notice her verbal and non verbal clues showing discomfort. He went on trying things which made Grace feel offended. She stated she was pressurized to perform certain acts which she said, “told him [she] was uncomfortable”. She added, “I felt violated. It took a really long time for me to validate this as sexual assault.”

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which by all indications was completely consensual. The next day, I got a text from her saying that although ‘it may have seemed OK’, upon further reflection, she felt uncomfortable. It was true that everything did seem OK to me, so when I heard that it was not the case for her, I was surprised and concerned.

I took her words to heart and responded privately after taking the time to process what she had said. I continue to support the movement that is happening in our culture ... It is necessary and long overdue” The woman’s texts after the unfortunate date night, to Ansari were reported to babe.

net by Grace and they read “Last night might’ve been fun for you, but it wasn’t for me. You ignored clear non-verbal cues; you kept going with advances. ou had to have noticed I was uncomfortable … nothing [changed] even after I expressed that I’d like to slow it down” Ansari responded: “I’m so sad to hear this. All I can say is, it would never be my intention to make you or anyone feel the way you described. Clearly, I misread things in the moment and I’m truly sorry.”

Grace was compelled after

the Golden Globes as Ansari’s award amid all the #metoo movement and Timesup campaign seemed painful for her. “It was actually painful to watch him win and accept an award,” Grace told Babe. “And absolutely cringeworthy that he was wearing the Time’s Up pin.”

While nothing can be clearly stated for now, but the way tabloids have covered the entire details, it is as confusing to Ansari as it is to us. For the details on how and why are too complicated for even verbal cues to establish. The only question that comes in mind is, If you are on a date and you end up being at the other person’s apartment the second time on the night, how is it not an idea pressed by the both of you? If sexual assault was the case then, how come Grace kept it to herself until now and only an Oscar win prompted her to speak up against Ansari who wore the Times Up pin.

And for Ansari, it sure was a bad date and you certainly could not fulfil what was expected of you. Or you ignored or rather got turned on by the verbal and non verbal clues which meant something else for her.

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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s 6 day

India Visit

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi set aside protocol to personally receive his Israeli counterpart and “friend” Benjamin Netanyahu with a warm hug as he arrived on a six-day visit to step up growing trade as well as military and strategic ties between the two countries.

Rashtrapati Bhavan.

As Netanyahu and his wife Sara stepped on the red carpet at the airport , a smiling Modi embraced the Israeli leader and then shook hands with the couple.

Before embarking on the flight to India, Netanyahu said his trip was intended to strengthen bilateral relations “even more”.

“Welcome to India, my friend Netanyahu! Your visit to India is historic and special.

It will further cement the close friendship between our nations,” Modi tweeted in English and Hebrew.

Netanyahu quickly responded.

“Thank you to my good friend Narendra Modi for the warm welcome.”

“Very much appreciate the gesture,” the Jerusalem Post quoted Netanyahu as saying.

Modi and Netanyahu, who have developed a close friendship, exchanging greetings on social media on various occasions and hugging each other heartily, will hold talks on a range of issues on Monday after President Ram Nath Kovind formally welcomes the Israeli leader at

The visit, which marks 25 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, comes six months after Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the Jewish state in July last year.

“This visit is an opportunity to enhance cooperation with a global economic, security, technology and tourism power,” he said. “Modi is a close friend of Israel and of mine and I appreciate the fact that he will accompany me on extensive parts of my visit.”

He said strengthening relationship between Israel and “this important world power... helps us with security, the economy, trade, tourism and many other aspects”.

The Congress criticized Modi for what it called “hugplomacy”. It posted a video hash-tagged “hugplomacy” on its official Twitter handle, capturing a few “awkward” moments in Modi’s meetings with world leaders including US President Donald Trump, German Chancellor Angela

Merkel, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and also Netanyahu.

The Bharatiya Janata Party condemned the meme video, alleging that the opposition party had “lost its sense and balance” which “does not behove a mature political party”.

Union Minister and senior BJP leader Prakash Javadekar said: “Modiji’s influence as world leader is increasing. A survey found him at No 3 in popularity as a world leader.”

In a sign of growing importance to the ties with Israel, the government on Sunday renamed Delhi’s Teen Murti Chowk as Teen Murti-Haifa Chowk after the Israeli city.

Modi and Netanyahu laid a wreath at the iconic Teen Murti war memorial where they were received by Army Chief General Bipin Rawat and Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar.

The two leaders paid homage to Indian soldiers who fell in the battle of Haifa during World War I. Netanyahu’s entourage includes the largest-ever delegation of Israeli business people of some 130.

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According to Israeli newspaper Haaretz, these businessmen include senior executives of Aeronautics Defense Systems -- an Israeli drone maker currently under criminal investigation by the police’s international crimes division.

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At least nine commercial agreements are expected be signed during the visit.

These include memoranda of understanding on gas and oil, renewable energy, aviation, industrial research and development, cybersecurity, reciprocal investments, supplementary medicine, space research and joint movie productions, Haaretz said.

This is the first visit to India by an Israeli Prime Minister since Ariel Sharon came in 2003.

The greetings from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, ‘Dhanyavad Mere Pyare Dost’ to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and ‘Aliechem Shalom’ by Modi to his Israeli counterpart depicted the bonhomie between the two leaders during their visit to Gujarat on Wednesday.

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of Modi, India would achieve that.

Both the leaders dedicated a centre of excellence for date farming at the Kukma centre in Kutch district through a digital switch, during their visit to the horticulture centre at Vadrad near Prantij. “Since the Biblical days, Israelis have been growing dates, wheat, and conventional produce.

We have created new parameters in agriculture through scientific methods in a desert like Israel,” said Netanyahu.

He expressed his delight at knowing that the farmers could increase their output through the Vadrad centre of excellence formed with Israeli help. “India and Israel both believe in the policy of knowledge is the future. India has the vision and leadership under Modi,” said Netanyahu. Both leaders also unveiled the Memory Tower to mark 25 years of Indo-Israeli cooperation at the Vadrad centre.

“Israel shows the way on how to transform a nation with the agriculture sector at the core. As we work towards

Jai Israel.”

Narendra Modi said, “We are working towards making the entire system innovationfriendly, as intent leads to ideas, ideas to innovation and innovations would help form a New India. When I had visited Israel for the first time, I had decided that we should have relationship with this nation.”

doubling farmers income by 2022, the factors such as optimum utilization of land resources, minimum wastage and understanding the needs of the market assume prime importance,” Modi said to the gathered audience of farmers, agriculture scientists and expert researchers.

near Ahmadabad. The centre was formally dedicated to the nation by both the dignitaries.

Both the leaders expressed optimism of developing future technologies jointly by forging entrepreneurial alliances amongst youth, while they inaugurated the newly-built campus of International Centre for Entrepreneurship and Technology (iCreate)

The world knows about iPads and iPods, there is one more i that the world needs to know about, that is iCreate. Israel wants to build partnership with you,” Netanyahu said before concluding his speech by chanting, “Jai Hind, Jai Bharat,

An autonomous centre for start-ups, ‘iCreate’ was formally launched in 2011 when Modi was Gujarat Chief Minister. “I am delighted to be here.

The Israeli Prime Minister gifted the GalMobile, a water desalination and purification vehicle, to India and both the Prime Ministers witnessed the demonstration of a vehicle that was stationed at Suigam, a village several kilometres away in the border district of Banaskantha, where BSF and villagers would benefit from clean drinking water using Gal-Mobile. The GalMobile can purify around 20,000 liters of sea or salty water daily. The vehicle was dedicated by both the leaders through a video link.

The leaders began their one day visit to the state with host Prime Minister Modi and his Israeli counterpart embarking on an eightkm-long roadshow on their arrival in Ahmedabad, amidst heavy security blanket and thousands lined up to greet both. The leaders witnessed glimpses of India’s rich cultural heritage showcased at 50 stages erected alongside the route to FEBRUARY 2018 | WWW.WISHESH.NET

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Sabarmati Ashram.

Playing a perfect host at the Ashram, Modi showed his guest the possessions of Mahatma Gandhi. Netanyahu even tried his hand at Bapu’s ‘Charkha’ and after spending about 20 minutes at the Ashram, the Israeli Premier penned his thoughts, “An inspiring visit to the hearth of one of humanity’s great prophets of inspiration Mahatma Gandhi.”

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of days ago by flying kites on the banks of the Sabarmati river. The Indian Prime Minister taught Netanyahu how to fly the kite.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was in Mumbai, had a packed schedule for the last leg of his India visit. His day began with a ‘power breakfast’ with the countries top business leaders, after which he participated in an India-Israel business seminar. He paid tributes to the 2008 Mumbai terror attack victims. There was a wreath-laying ceremony at the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai,

following which he visited the Nariman House which was renamed as Chabad House. The Israeli prime minister landed at Mumbai airport on Wednesday night for the Mumbai leg of his six-day India visit. Some top industrialists, businessmen and top banking officials at the ‘power breakfast’ included Anand Mahindra, Ajay Piramal, Adi Godrej, and Chanda Kochhar.

PM Netanyahu attended the much-anticipated “Shalom Bollywood” event that attracted a galaxy of leading actors, directors and producers including

from the conversation are as follows:

Strengthen existing cooperation: The two countries will strengthen the existing pillars of cooperation in areas that touch the lives of our peoples.

These are agriculture, science and technology, and security.

Launch of ‘IndiaIsrael Industrial R&D and Technological Innovation Fund (i4F)’: Amitabh Bachchan. Later he went for a gala dinner in a south Mumbai five-star hotel.

What are the major takeaways from Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to India?

Both the Prime ministers reviewed the progress relations and renewed conversation on the possibilities and the opportunities that can be seized. The major takeaways

The maiden call for joint R&D projects under the ‘IndiaIsrael Industrial R&D and Technological Innovation Fund (i4F)’ was launched.

This Fund is to be utilized over a period of 5 years, in pursuit of path-breaking technological solutions that can be commercially exploited.

Scaling up Centers of Excellence: Views were exchanged on scaling up the Centers of Excellence that have been a main-stay of agricultural

cooperation by bringing in advanced Israeli practices and technology.

Venture of FDI regime: In defence, India has invited Israeli companies to take advantage of the liberalized FDI regime to make more in Indian companies.

Venture of less explored areas of cooperation: The two countries are venturing into less explored areas of cooperation, such as oil& gas, cyber security, films, and startups.

This can be reflected in the agreements that were exchanged, several of these areas are indicative of the desire to diversify and broadbase engagement.

Facilitate flow of people and ideas: The two countries committed to facilitating the flow of people and ideas between the geographies.

It requires policy facilitation, infrastructure and connectivity links and fostering constituencies of support beyond Government.

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Indian Cultural Center will be opened: To bring people closer on both sides, an Indian Cultural Center will soon open in Israel.

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An annual exchange of bilateral visits by 100 young people from science-related educational streams has also been started.

Successful two-way trade and investment: Thriving two-way trade and investment is an integral part of the bilateral vision for a strong partnership.

India welcomes the large business component that Prime Minister Netanyahu has brought along with him.

Perspectives on the regional and global situation: Perspectives on the regional and global situation were also been exchanged.

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The two countries reviewed cooperation as a factor for stability and peace in our regions and the world.

The India-Israel Innovation Bridge will act as a link between the Start-ups of the two sides.

Discussions on the India-Israel Innovation and Technology Conclave:

Indian Industries, startups and the academic institutions must collaborate with their Israeli counterparts to access the huge reservoir of knowledge.

Discussions on The India-Israel Innovation and Technology Conclave were held which is going to be held in India in July 2018.

This Conclave will spur co–development of new technologies.

Progress so far: Several Israeli companies have joined hands with Indian companies for making in India.

Can Israel prove to be one of the strongest supports for India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative?

Many others, especially those with advanced water technologies and agri techniques, defence and security systems, and pharma knowledge have a foot-hold in India.

Yes, Israel is universally known as the Start-up nation with a unique eco-system for innovation and incubation.

Similarly, Indian companies have significant presence in several sectors in Israel like IT, Irrigation and Pharma.

Whether it is Water Tech, or Agri-Tech, or it is food production, or processing or conservation, Israel has been a shining example with new breakthrough and advances.

Diamond remains a strong link in trade between the two countries.

Whether it is physical or virtual security; whether it is on land, water or space; Israel technology has won admiration.

The significant visit of the Israeli Prime Minister is certainly the dawn of a new era in friendship between India and Israel.

Conclusion:

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talaq talaq talaq

Triple Talaq, also known as talaq-e-biddat, is a form of instant divorce and talaq-e-mughallazah (irrevocable divorce), is a form of Islamic divorce which has been used by Muslims in India, especially adherents of Hanafi Sunni Islamic schools of jurisprudence. It allows any Muslim man to legally divorce his wife by stating the word talaq (the Arabic word for “divorce�) three times in oral, written, or more recently, electronic form.

The use and status of triple talaq in India has been a subject of controversy and debate. Those questioning the practice have raised issues of justice, gender equality, human rights and secularism. The debate has involved the Government of India and the Supreme Court of India, and is connected to the debate about a uniform civil code in India.On 22 August 2017, the Indian WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

Supreme Court deemed instant triple talaq (talaqe-biddah) unconstitutional.

Three of the five judges in the panel concurred that the practice of triple talaq is unconstitutional.The remaining two declared the practice to be constitutional while simultaneously asking the government to ban the practice by enacting a law.

Triple talaq is a form of

divorce that was practised in India, whereby a Muslim man could legally divorce his wife by pronouncing talaq (the Arabic word for divorce) three times. The pronouncement could be oral or written, or, in recent times, delivered by electronic means such as telephone, SMS, email or social media. The man did not need to cite any cause for the divorce and the wife need not have been present at the time

of pronouncement. After a period of iddat, during which it was ascertained whether the wife is pregnant, the divorce became irrevocable. In the recommended practice, a waiting period was required before each pronouncement of talaq, during which reconciliation was attempted.

However, it had become common to make all three pronouncements in one sitting. While the practice was frowned upon, it was not prohibited. A divorced woman could not remarry her divorced husband unless she first married another man, a practice called nikah halala.

Until she remarried, she retained the custody of male toddlers and prepubescent female children. Beyond those restrictions, the children came under the guardianship of the father.

Triple talaq is a 1,400 year-

old practice among Sunni Muslims. It is “manifestly arbitrary” and allows a man to “break down (a) marriage whimsically and capriciously”.

agreeing to such, by granting a Khula, or if he refuses to seek the dissolution of the marriage (faskh) by order of a sharia court judge (qazi).

Triple talaq as a practice is not mentioned in the Quran or Sharia law. It is also largely disapproved by Muslim legal scholars. Several Islamic countries, including Pakistan and Bangladesh, have banned it, although it is technically legal in Sunni Islamic jurisprudence.

Triple talaq, in Islamic law, is based upon the belief that the husband has the right to reject or dismiss his wife with good grounds.[15] If the wife wants to end her marriage and her husband does not agree to give a talaq, she has to comply with proceedings under the Dissolution of the Muslim Marriages Act. As far as Sharia is concerned she needs to obtain a release from the marriage bond by the husband

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), a nongovernmental organisation, had told the Supreme Court that women could also pronounce triple talaq, and could execute nikahnamas that stipulated conditions so that the husbands could not pronounce triple talaq. The practice of instant divorce is already banned in 22 Muslimmajority countries, including Pakistan.

In September 2016, AIMPLB had filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court as a response to petitions by Shayara Bano and others who were opposing triple talaq. It stated that “Sharia grants right to divorce to husbands because

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The government has set up a ministerial committee to consider a legislation to put an end to instantaneous triple talaq.

What does the Bill say?

It makes the pronouncement of talaq-e-biddat “void and illegal.” According to clause 3 of the Bill, “Any pronouncement of talaq by a person upon his wife, by words, either spoken or written or in electronic 100 form or in any other manner whatsoever, shall be void and illegal.”

What is the proposed punitive measure?

A man who pronounces talaq on his wife will be punished with a jail term and a fine.

This Bill also makes the pronouncement of talaq-ebiddat a non-bailable offence.

Clause 4 of the Bill states, “Whoever pronounces talaq referred to in section 3 upon his wife shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and fine.”

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Clause 7 says, “an offence punishable under this Act shall be cognizable and non-bailable within the meaning of the Code.” (The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973)

How does this protect Muslim women’s rights?

The woman upon whom talaq is pronounced will have to receive an allowance from her husband, and she retains custody of her children.

Clauses 5 and 6 of the Bill say, “ a married Muslim woman upon whom talaq is pronounced, shall be entitled to receive from her husband such amount of subsistence allowance for her and dependent children,” and “shall be entitled to custody of her minor children in the event of pronouncement of talaq by her husband.”

Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, in the statement of objects and reasons attached to the Bill says that this legislation will, “help in ensuring the larger Constitutional goals of gender justice and gender equality of married Muslim women and help subserve their fundamental rights of non-discrimination and empowerment.”

Tripple Talaq Bill introduced in Lok Sabha: In a majority 3:2 judgement The Supreme Court of India set aside tripple talaq as a “manifestly arbitrary” practice.

The Muslim women (protection of rights on marriage) bill, 2017 was introduced in the Lok Sabha in Dec 2017. Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad called the “Muslim Women (Protection Of Rights On Marriage) Bill” an attempt to deliver justice and respect for women, and not about any religion or community. There was no real discussion and the government’s brute majority in the Lower House ensured that the Bill took only a few hours for it to be passed. Some details of the bill include: Ø The bill covers instant divorce or other similar form of divorce having the effect of “instantaneous and irrevocable divorce pronounced by a Muslim husband”.

decide on the amount of this allowance keeping in view the husband’s income.

Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the jail term had been incorporated in the provision because cases of instant divorce by Muslim men continued to be reported despite the top court’s ban.

Under the proposed law, “any pronouncement of Talaq” by a person - either spoken, written, in electronic form or in any other manner whatsoever - shall be void and illegal. It also seeks to punish a Muslim man, who attempts to divorce his wife using “Triple Talaq”, by jail for a maximum of three years and a fine.

But unlike most other criminal offenses that come with a three year sentence, the bill makes the offence cognizable. This means that a Muslim woman will not need to approach a court but the police which can straightaway arrest the man without a warrant. Also, the offence has been made a non-bailable offence which implies only the court - and not the police can release the man on bail.

The bill also entitles women, upon whom Talaq is pronounced, the custody of her minor children. The woman can also seek a subsistence allowance from herself and her dependent children. A magistrate will

Ravi Shankar Prasad told the Lok Sabha that the government had been able to track 300 cases of instant “Triple Talaq” in India this year.

Nearly 100 of these cases were reported well after the Supreme Court ruling including one case reported this morning: a Muslim woman was divorced in Uttar Pradesh for waking up late, Mr Prasad said.

The Congress has backed the government on bill but suggested some changes to make the provisions to protect Muslim women.

During the debate in the Lok Sabha, many opposition leaders have asked the government to revisit the provision for jail term for the Muslim man who attempts to divorce by instant “Triple Talaq”. It was pointed that the man would not, if he is jailed, be able to provide a subsistence allowance.

The government has allayed this fear, saying that courts were free to release the man on bail. Also, the magistrates have been given a free hand to send the man to jail for a shorter duration.

The law does not specify a minimum jail term that those found guilty would have to serve.

The tripple talaq bill was pushed to the Budget session of the parliament. The Rajya Sabha was adjourned today at the end of the winter session, ensuring the “triple talaq” bill is pushed to the budget session which begins later this month.

The Congress and BJP had issued whips to all their MPs in the Rajya Sabha to be present in the house today just in case the bill was taken up. Though it was listed in the Rajya Sabha’s agenda today, but, with a deadlock between the government and opposition continuing, it did not come up.

The government had largely seen this coming, having failed to convince the opposition to help pass the bill in the Rajya Sabha, where it is in a minority. A united opposition led by the Congress stuck to its demand that the bill, cleared by the Lok Sabha last week, be sent for review to a parliamentary committee.

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Durgabai Deshmukh

Durgabai Deshmukh also called as the Lady Deshmukh, a famous Indian freedom fighter, a social worker, politician and a lawyer was born in Rajahmundry on 15 July 1909, in Kakinada.She belonged to a middle class Andhra family. At the age of 12 she was immensely influenced by GANDHI JI and joined Indian Freedom Movement.

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Durgabai Desmukh protested against English-teaching school and participated Hindi Rashtra Bhasha Prachar Movement. She also joined the campaign against foreign goods and started spinning charka. She was a renowned member of the Constituent Assembly of India and of the Planning Commission of India which played an important role in our struggle for independence from the British rule.

Durgabai was married at the age of 8 to her cousin, Subba Rao. She refused to live with him after her maturation, and her father and brother supported her decision.

She later quit him to pursue her education. In 1953, she married the then Finance Minister of India Chintaman Deshmukh. According to her own account, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was one of the three witnesses. C. D. Deshmukh had a daughter from a previous marriage but the couple remained otherwise childless. Though she had parted ways with Subba Rao, she supported his widow Timmaiamma after his death. Timmaiamma lived with Durgabai and Chintaman Deshmukh, and Durgabai also organized for her to get vocational training To spread education among women Durgabai Desmukh established Balika Hindi Pathshala in 1922.She

successfully led the Salt Satyagraha in 1930 .She was imprisoned by the British Government thrice.

In 1933 she was released.

After that she received B.A. (Hons) and M.A. (Pol. Sc.) degrees. She also obtained a degree in law. In 1933 she established Andhra Mahila Sabha in Madras to eradicate the plight of common women.

She became the President of Blind Relief Association and founded a school-hostel and a light engineering workshop for them. As a member of planning commission Durgabai Desmukh raised her voice for the poor and weaker section of the society.

Andhra, among all the other southern states of India, had the most distinction of contributing the largest proportion of women Satyagrahis, who were oblivious to their hardships and entered the prisons.

During the non-cooperation moment in the year 1922, Lady Deshmukh was only a girl of twelve years and offered Satyagraha at Kakinada. This young little girl there onwards exhibited her dynamic abilities by building a unique organization called the Andhra Mahila Sabha. This foundation of the organization is regarded as the foremost among the women’s welfare in the South India including the educational institutes of entire south.

Durgabai was married at the age of 8 to her cousin, Subba Rao. She refused to live with him after her maturation, and her father and brother supported her decision.

Durgabai was known to the rest of the country as Durgabai Deshmukh. After the suspension of the Noncooperation Movement, she spread the idea of Gandhiji in villages around her place Rajahmundry and Kakinada.

She did this by establishing schools to impart to women in spinning and weaving.

She participated in the Satyagraha movement in Madras city along with Andhra Kesari T. Prakasam in May 1930. After which she was imprisoned in 1930 and again in the year 1932.

In spite of her taking part in the national struggle, Durgabai made time for her education and took the M.A. and B.L. degrees. From the 1935, until her death, Durgabai had devoted her

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entire capacity to the welfare of women and children.

In 1936, Durgabai established Andhra Mahila Sabha predominantly, to train young Telugu girls of Madras city to apply for the Matriculation examination of the Banaras Hindu University. From such a modest beginning Andhra Mahila Sabha developed within a decade an excellent institution of education and social welfare in the city of Madras. She had the distinctive capacity to get capitals for the institution from both the rich and the poor equally. Andhra Mahila Sabha trained women in 104 numerous activities like nursing, journalism, teaching, etc. A monthly journal was founded and edited by Durgabai in Telugu called Andhra Mahila.

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Pandit Nehru who wanted to utilize at the national level the services of Durgabai was attracted by the activities of Andhra Mahila Sabha.

Durgabai’s services were utilized fully at the national level. Durgabai Deshmukh brought a number of social laws to provide justice to the poor. She was a number of central organization’s Chairwoman like Central Social Welfare Board, National Council for Women’s Education and National Committee on girls’ and women’s education.

Durgabai being the Member of Parliament and Planning Commission, and was associated with the Andhra Educational Society at New Delhi.

Thereafter, the formation

of Andhra Pradesh, the Durgabai formed Andhra Mahila Sabha extended its activities to the Hyderabad city. Andhra Mahila Sabha, at Hyderabad, besides running a number of educational institutions including a college, started many welfare institutions for women and children.

She was awarded the fourth Nehru Literary Award in 1971 for her outstanding contribution in promoting literacy in India. Durgabai, in 1975 was awarded ‘Padma Vibhushan’ award.

Durgabai Deshmukh died on 9th May 1981.

Country lost one of the most dynamic women of the country in her death.

The Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh

Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Award Award for Women’s Development is named after Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh, who was the founder chairperson of the Central Social Welfare Board (India) from 1953-62.

greatly to developing the Board as a body which could link the governmental sectors in the effort to improve the status of women and children in the country.

Dr. Durgabai was an active participant in the Indian independence movement.

She was also enrolled as an advocate in the Madras High Court. As chairperson of the Central Social Welfare Board, Dr. Durgabai contributed

The Award was instituted in the 50th year of India’s independence, and is given to an organization which has made outstanding and/ or innovative contribution to women’s welfare and

empowerment and has at least 5 years working experience.

The Award carries an amount of Rs. 5 lakhs (about USD 11,000), a citation and a shawl. It is awarded by the Central Social Welfare Board, and is announced on July 15th of every year, the date being the birthday of Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh.

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Indigestion, bloating, constipation could be very uncomfortable. All of us experience these things from time to time and it is absolutely no fun. We all know that Yoga has many benefits, but did you know that yoga asana could be a tool to help improve your digestive system?

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Especially when you feel uneasy in your stomach, the irritation is at its peak. You might be a victim of indigestion. It could happen either when you eat too much or too soon. Indigestion could also happen when you end up eating a lot of oily and spicy food all day. In addition to that, smoking, drinking alcohol or anxiety could be other major causes of this issue.

Dyspepsia is another term for indigestion and the common symptoms of it includes abdominal pain, blenching, gas, growling stomach bloating or

even vomiting in severe conditions. So, the food we eat affects our metabolism and regardless of however healthy food choice you might have, the body can have difficulties assimilating and absorbing the right nutrients from it. Hence it is imperative that our digestive system remains strong.

Yoga asanas offer many postures that could help cleanse, aid, stimulate and encourage the good and

healthy digestive function.

Although it is advised not to practice yoga right after the consumption of food, however, if you are feeling any of the above mentioned symptoms of dyspepsia, you must practice the below few hours after the meal or the next morning.

First let’s understand the digestive process: “In Ayurveda, agni is the source of nutrition, awareness and intelligence.

There are many manifestations of agni that affect the body and mind from the fire of awareness, to the central digestive fire. Ultimately, agni is the gatekeeper of good health.”

Imagine the digestive system as a food processor and “agni” as the blades in it.

Consider the body toxins as fruit waste and the energy to process as juices.

Now, if the blade of the processor is weak, there is lesser juice that is produced and more of the wastes from the fruit. Thus if “agni” – the blade of the food processor is weak, the whole of the digestive system produces lesser energy (juice) and results in more fruit waste

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Yoga asanas offer many postures that could help cleanse, aid, stimulate and encourage the good and healthy digestive function. which is the body toxin in this case that accumulates in the cells of the body. A strong agni hence is needed for a good digestive function of the body. Yoga helps you to build 108 a stronger agni and in turn helping your digestion better and stronger.

How Yoga helps improve digestion?

There are few points below that tell you why and how yoga helps improve digestion.

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efficiently along the digestive tract in the body.

The bowel movement in body is regulated with the help of yoga and relieves constipation.

Helps the body to circulate the blood more effectively to the digestive organs increasing the aid for digestion.

Yoga keeps your mind and body happy and active. Thus you are more likely to eat a balanced food and ease your digestive function.

The fatty deposits in the body are discouraged by yoga helping you to keep fit.

The body gets detoxed with the help of regular practice of yoga and toxins accumulating in the body due to bad diet are flushed out.

5 important postures to improve digestion: Ardha Matsyendrasana - Sitting Half Spinal Twist This posture helps in making the spine supple, increasing the elasticity of spine opening the chest and increasing the oxygen flow into the lungs. It helps in improving the liver and pancreatic health improving the digestion overall.

How to perform:

Sit up straight with the legs stretched out parallel to ground in front of you. Keep the feet together and the spine erect.

While bending the left leg, place heal of the left foot right beside the right hip.

Optionally, you can keep the other leg straight.

Place the right leg over the left knee as shown.

Place the right hand behind you and the left hand on the right knee.

Twist the upper body - the waist, shoulders and neck in this sequence to the right side and look over the right shoulder.

Make sure to keep the spine erect all times.

Hold and continue with proper breathing - gentle long breaths in and out.

While breathing out, release the right hand first which is the hand behind you, then release the waist gradually releasing the chest, lastly the neck and sit up in a relaxed yet straight position.

Repeat with the other side.

While breathing out, come back to the front and relax.

Pawanmuktasana

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INDIAN YOGA (Wind-relieving pose) Pavanmuktasana helps in stretching the lower back and abdominal muscles. It is one of the best yoga asanas for the beginners to tone the muscles of abdomen.

It helps in releasing the gastrointestinal problems.

How to perform: Start by lying on your back, with your legs and arms extended straight.

As you exhale, bring both of your knees towards your chest. Clasp around your 110 knees with your hands.

While holding only your right knee, let go off your left leg and extend it parallel to the floor. Hold this pose for at least 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Draw back your left knee towards your chest and clasp both knees again with your hands.

While holding only your left knee, let go off your right leg and extend it along the floor.

Hold this pose for the same of time as for the left leg.

Finally, repeat the same by drawing both knees to your chest.

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Camel Pose (Ustrasana) Ustrasana helps in adding flexibility to the body along with strengthening the body. It helps in improving digestion and relieves constipation.

How to perform:

feet facing the ceiling.

As you inhale, draw in towards the pubis your tailbone towards as if being pulled from the navel.

At the same time, arch your back and slide your palms over your feet till the arms are straight.

Kneel on the yoga mat while placing your hands on the hips.

Do not flex or strain your neck, keep it in a neutral position.

Keep your knees in line with the shoulders and the sole of your

Stay in this stance for a couple of breaths.

How to perform: With your feet together, lie on your back and keep your arms beside your body.

Take a deep breath in and as you let your breath out, lift your chest and feet off the ground, extending your arms towards your feet.

Keep eyes, fingers and toes in a line.

As the abdominal muscles contract, feel the tension in your navel area.

Keep inhaling and exhaling deeply and easily while maintaining the pose.

As you exhale, come back to the ground steadily and relax.

Exhale and slowly come back to the initial posture. Draw your hands and bring them back to your hips as you straighten up.

Naukasana yogaBoat house Naukasana helps in strengthening the back and abdominal muscles along with toning leg and arm muscles. A highly effective for hernia. It stimulates digestion by improving the secretion of digestive juices.

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana) Paschimottanasana helps the stretching of the lower back, hips and hamstring. Tones the shoulder while toning the abdominal and pelvic organs. It helps in relieving constipation and gives relief from flatulence.

How to perform: Sit up with the legs extended outwards straight in front of you, keeping the spine upright and toes flexed toward you.

Inhaling, raise both arms above your head and stretch up.

While exhaling, bend forward from the hip joints, chin moving near the toes. Keep the spine straight focusing on moving forwards in the direction of the toes, instead of down towards the knees.

Keep your hands on your legs, wherever they reach, without compelling. If you can, grip your toes and pull on them to help you go forward.

While inhaling, lift your head somewhat and lengthen your spine.

While exhaling, gently move the navel towards the knees.

Repeat this posture two or three times.

Drop your head down to take a break and breathe deeply for 20-60 seconds.

Extend the arms out in front of you.

While inhaling, with the strength of your arms, come back up to the first posture while sitting.

Exhale and lower the arms.

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New Year Resolutions are just another way of trying to make change within and around yourself. As a tradition, New Year Resolution just began as a method to recover something and now it has become the most exciting part of all the festivity and fun.

Though the value of this tradition is debated but when it comes to finding something which can shape you up, i strongly believe in keeping it for the sake of our own happiness and health. Over the years i have been taking this ritual very seriously and it has changed myself completely.

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chatting online with a cousin, i started showing my short hand brilliance and may have written something like HW U DOIN, HV U STRTD WRKG and OIC, to which he replied, “why are you damaging your vocabulary by following this short hand fad? i fail to understand why kids are becoming so lazy online” And i then realized if i ever wish to be a writer or a speaker, i need to bring back my spellings to the traditional way. And till date i can’t thank enough, for having taken this as a new year resolution back then, which binds even after years

and am extremely happy to abide by it.

New Year Resolution Ideas which will help you make a better person: Despite the debates surrounding New Year Resolution tradition, i prefer keeping this sacred and confined to myself. It is not just one day when you must think about yourself, but this whole idea of a fresh start and getting over the poor or improper choices we made in the past year to bring a

better year ahead makes me feel energized and spirited to take up the resolution and abide by it. Maybe i never tried any other day for such bigger changes in my life and maybe it is easy to check the progress year on year rather than random date to random date. So let us look at some of the most incredible New Year Resolution ideas which will help you improve your lifestyle in a wonderful way:

1- Reading at least 2000-2500 words a day: Despite knowing how important reading is, it is not a routine for us all. If workout and fitness is a routine we must abide for our physical strength and wellness then reading is an activity for

our intellectual and mental wellness. We must resolve to read at least one good book every month and one newspaper everyday. And it is not just to boast of the reviews online but to enrich us in a wonderful way.

2- Writing at least one page a day: Writing is the most wonderful way to connect with self, so deeply and thoroughly that it is almost like enlightenment of our soul. The more we write the better we feel about our own self. Even a diary writing activity is believed to be the most incredible stress buster along with intellectual exercise

3- Running at least 3 days a week:

Running has been on my mind ever since my first attempt at 5K run, but somehow i fail to resolve to take it up as a regular activity. No matter how hard it seems, but a regular routine can help you become a great runner and more than that a fit individual. Running not just helps you in quick weight loss but also brings refreshment and peace of mind too

4- Eat one fruit a day: Lately i realized simply putting it as eating healthy or fresh produce is not quantifiable and complex. So i took this as an easy and measurable resolution. To begin with eating one full fruit a day, be it an apple or a banana or a melon; i have to eat one full fruit each day. This will eventually turn up into one full FEBRUARY 2018 | WWW.WISHESH.NET

LIFE STYLE meal every 2-3 days as just fruits within a span of few months. Thus the healthy and hearty fruit meals become a part of your lifestyle by simply adding this new year resolution

5- Spend one hour a day for self: I began taking this seriously only after my postpartum blues when it became absolutely necessary to sneak few minutes a day to find my sanity. And after 5.5 years it is a routine for me to have at least one hour for myself each day. Take 114 up walk, watching favorite movie, listening to music, shopping alone or going out alone, anything you like but just yourself. This in long term gives you the strength and courage to keep your courage in any circumstance you find yourself.

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revitalized in a wonderful way.

Travel more this new year

7- Speak with at least one old pal each week: I took this up as a resolution almost a decade back, when i was one year into my first job and began missing my school friends. I always heard people say there are no friends like school friends and as we grow, the pretense factor takes over your genuine friendships.

But the first 2 years of my job taught this to me and i began connecting back with my friends. Though after a few months it became less than once a week but even now i would call rather than text or email a close friend. This is a great new year resolution for

it brings the fond memories from our childhood or college days alive. And connecting with like minded people is always fun

8- Develop one photo album a year: With digital cameras and DSLR’s becoming popular and every cell phone having a camera it is getting more and more difficult to keep the memoirs in print. Everything we capture gets embedded in the deep down dungeon of our devices. And never really we get to refresh on those memories as we did while growing up. So a new year resolution to just develop one photo album with around 80-100 pictures from entire

devices or just keep them far away on silent. And talk to each other uninterrupted.

I would recommend time around dinner until you sleep, say between 6.30 and 9.30pm for picking any one hour to begin with, when you keep digital devices away.

10- Express yourself more, say by hugging or holding hands: This new year make it a resolution to express your love or care for someone even if that means hugging your partner 20 years post marriage. Do it more and see how wonderful and connected you feel again.

Say you love him or her and do not shy from holding hands even after decades of staying together. Loving someone and showing it are both equally important and necessary for a happy and healthy relationship.

year must be something we all do. The year end holiday can be the best time to select and analyze pictures from entire year and by 31st we would be ready with all pictures including the holiday time we wish to get in print.

9- Turn your cell phone and devices

off at least one hour in the day and talk to family: And between 10 am to 10 pm, not at night. Digital detox is the most important activity we all must adhere to. As a new year resolution you must pick anytime which is convenient for entire family to switch off the

11- Save $100 more each month, to begin with: Make a New Year Resolution Bank to save and start putting $100 in it each month, keep it as a fund for your retirement. We do not plan for our retirement as much as we should do. And FEBRUARY 2018 | WWW.WISHESH.NET

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person every month and get acquainted with them: Be it from work or through friends, meet one new person every month and this in no way means becoming best pals yet. Just try and become more social to develop your network. Relationship building is extremely important specially at workplace, so make this a new year resolution to connect with at least one person every month

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despite all efforts to save we end up not having enough for the life post 55 years of age. Over and above all your savings keep these $100 or more in your fund, and do not touch them unless dire need be.

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middle level hierarchy in corporates, meeting family and relatives becomes extremely challenging even during holidays.

13- Pick one new hobby: Be it baking, craft, art or speaking just try and pick a new hobby which is something you love to do but have not found ample time.

Then join any class or group even online to brush the skills needed for the hobby. At least one hour every week, you must give to this new hobby.

14- Meet one new

Be it the time you commute or the time you sit idle in front of TV, think about utilizing it as creatively as possible from this year onward. Do yoga and stretching while you watch TV and read or talk to family or listen to music while commuting.

These can be great stress busters and multi-tasking is definitely the way forward.

16- Conquer your fear this year: For people who fear talking in public or sharing on social media or are afraid of rides, this is the time to conquer them. In this years resolution try coming out fearless and conquer this one fear you have held on for years. Go for bungee jumping,

sky diving or join toastmaster or give a TED talk. You have to rise above this fear and not let it rule you any more

17- Try and search at least one long lost friend or relative and stay connected again: Over the decades we tend to lose contact of our friends from past. Infact sometimes our close pals go away and we do not even have their contacts. Make this year resolution to find your long lost contacts from friends or family and get in touch again.

18- Spend more time amid nature: At least one trip to the forest, safari or hills a month. This will help you to feel connected to nature and also this is great way to feel rejuvenated and refresh

related to your area of work and get certified. This is not just to increase your employability but also equip you with the most current knowledge about a topic

20- Reduce one cup of caffeine a day: To stay off caffeine may not be realistic, but reducing one cup of caffeine from your diet is more achievable. If you take 3 cups in a day, then this year resolve to stick with two and eventually do not let this addiction drive you. Caffeine is a lifestyle jinx and you must stay off it for a better life. It may be tough to stay off it completely but reduce consumption slowly.

New Year Resolution Ideas are to help you pick a better lifestyle and make choices which are not just healthy but would bring you more happiness and strength in the long run. Hold on to things which make you happy to bring joy to your life, and let go the things which just bring despair.

Adopt change and think about making a better version of yourself, connect more with self and socialize, eat healthy and keep yourself fit. For a happy present reflect and healthy future.

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Tips For Making Long Distance Relationship Work

Going by conventions and trends long distance relationships are challenging and never really set examples for others. No matter how often you get to talk, to video or meet a person, for true relationship rises ahead of all challenges.

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they dare not take a stride against the conventions.

But for millennial’s this is not a binding factor, there are ample examples where social media and technology has made it possible to stay connected and in love, despite the demographics. Check out some tips on long distance relationships and how to make best of it:

1. Begin slowly, one at a time: For any relationship be it long distance or not, it is very important to not push it too far too soon. Begin casually and proceed step by step. It is very important to first understand how the relationship makes you feel and is it worth giving a try from such distance.

Despite the challenges in long distance relationship there are ample ways to find that connect and progress in your relationship. Extra distance does make things tricky, but who said relationships are going to be easy. Things get gloomy and lonely at times, and there is no physical contact or face to face explanations which can save a relationship. But when you connect with someone heart to heart, things can be simple and easy to take forth.

Even if the couples meet

and talk regularly, they must write long emails to each other as the connect that we get after writing to each other is incredible. The emotional aspect in long distance relationship is more spontaneous and firm, rather than the physical attraction which rules in routine meetings.

Long distance relationship tips: For some the distance plays a very important role and

2. Go the traditional way: letters, photograph prints and video messages: The fun and spontaneity in sending long letters and emails along with your pictures is truly the most mesmerizing part of a relationship. For long distance relationship activities, sharing pictures can be a great way of keeping the flame alive.

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common favorite songs which you truly cherish.

And share these playlists with each other. They are incredible in keeping you bonded emotionally.

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years into marriage the biggest challenge is when one of the partner wants to meet more often and does not care about the other one’s responsibilities. So better to set expectations early on and stick with them

5. Set a time to call each other daily: Who says happy relationships require talking 12-14 hours a day. A simple hour long chat filled with immense love and care is far better than hours of talking without any emotion. Be sure to keep up

the promises with each other when you talk, say calling at specific time and not ignoring other one’s calls

6. Greet Each Other Daily: A simple good morning and good night become so special when you are in a long distance relationship. Nothing looks more refreshing than to receive an early morning text from your beloved. This keeps the intimacy factor alive. Top it with audio, video and pictures too, the fun part would keep the fire on

7. Make hilarity a Part of your Communication:

10. Share random cute songs with each other:

Love and relationship works best when comic timing of either or both the people is great. Add some pun, provocative yet hilarious captions too, at times, to make it interesting and fun.

The songs showing your mood or just for fun, at odd times makes it even more fun to be in a long distance relationship. There are so many situational songs which become our favorites just because we care to share them a lot.

8. Play games online: The most favorite long distance relationship activity for me was playing games online. Some amazing ways to kills the boredom and monotony of not being able to meet the person often can be compensated when you make the games interesting and focused on knowing each other well. From 20 questions, guess the movie, guess the song to many more fun games make it very interesting to connect with each other over skype, phone or whatsapp.

11. Avoid dangerous situations: Do not enter into something where you have to hide or misrepresent facts. For it will only lead to suspicion among the two of you. If you have to be at a place which you think your partner would not like, either do not go or find ways to convince rather than hiding from him.

12. Keep a track of each others schedules: Keeping a track not just of the daily schedules but also social media progress would help you in staying connected with all happenings in their life. It’s helpful to know when the other person is busy and when he/she is free, so that you can drop a text or make a call at the right time. You wouldn’t want to disturb your partner when he/she is in the middle of class or halfway through a business meeting.

Know the small and big events that are taking place or will take place in each other’s life

13. Get a good texting app: This is extremely important because texting is the most frequent and common way

9. Do activities together: My wonderful memories also stay with some of the most fabulous shows and movies we saw together, as in, both of us on skype and the movies being played were same. Even the shopping became so much fun with skype on everytime we had to make a choice regarding anything we bought.

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RELATIONSHIP of communication the two of you have. You need a good messaging app on your phones that allow interactions beyond just words and emoticons.

14. Keep each other updated on each other’s friends and family Because gossips and scandals are always the best things to go on and on about. And there is nothing like a bad surprise in a relationship, so keep each other informed about 122 happenings in your life.

in their own handwriting.

Sometimes writing about feelings is easier than talking about them. You may also use online journals.

Long Distance Relationship Problems: The virtual aspect of a relationship is not everyone’s cup of tea and thus many times despite everything else in favor, the relationship is not met with effort from both the sides. There are some real challenges in long distance relationship, which include:

1. You have no set rules or expectations

15- Never use silent treatment: Your relationship must be built on trust and communication. This silent treatment is damaging to any relationship, but it’s deadly for a long distance one. If you are upset, tell your partner you need time to think and talk about the problem

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2. Being so involved in

long distance relationship that you ignore every other relationship you have

3. You start ignoring each other and thus grow apart soon

4. You are jealous of the

friends and circle your partner has, which makes arguments too prominent

5. You are too tired or lazy

and thus do not interact the way you should

6. You forget important days

and milestones in your long distance relationship and do not celebrate them

7. Miscommunication or

barriers which are inherent in texting or emailing makes it challenging for many

8. Stonewalling makes it painful

and challenging for many and they begin drifting away from the person who stayed silent

9. Becoming too possessive

over telephone interactions itself

10. Cheating just because you don’t meet that often Romantic Ideas for Long Distance Relationship:

3. Watch a romantic movie together being on a video call and watching same movie at far apart places

There are ample romantic ideas for long distance relationship which keep you feel intimate and passionate about each other despite not meeting each other too often.

These ideas include:

4. Surprise him with a visit, long distance relationship ideas are not that gloomy, just keep surprise factor alive and see how wonderful they can be

1. Send romantic texts 2. Share romantic or love songs often

LDR or long distance relationship is fun, enticing and emotionally connecting too. Just make sure to read the above and follow, for we care for your true love.

5. Send romantic presents: Long distance relationship gifts are very important way to keep the spark alive.

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How long does it take to fall in love?

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The question we posed may seem like an absolutely weird one to a lot of you, right? Well, how can you set a timer on anyone’s mind and emotional feelings at that? Well, that is indeed impossible. But when you’re in love you certainly get these questions in your mind. You feel extremely attracted to someone and you don’t know why? You want to spend time around him and even love chatting for hours together. So, then you start wondering, Is it really love? Is it too early to say? It is long enough?

How does one know?

While there is not set rule for average time to fall in love as it can be love at first sight or even love after a decade of friendship. Ever wondered can you fall in love in a month, well it’s possible to find true love in even less than a month.

And then you are confused whether you know him enough to fall in love with him so soon.

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love.

1. You know your partner well You already know your partner so well that you can figure out most about him by yourself now. You may also have heard about his past, you know all his relationships, and you also know all his flaws, but you accept him more for his love than anything else

2. You have been

through fights and come out stronger You have been through a lot of or a few fights, some even difficult ones but you have managed to come out stronger than before each time. Those fights just seem like learning experiences now.

3. You feel special every time with him: Despite being in relationships

for long or short, you still feel the goosebumps, and you feel special too. He makes it a point to notice you with a deep love filled eyes. You know he adores you, when he gives you that look.

4. You are not bothered by his bad habits Everyone has a few habits which our beloved dislikes.

But you don’t seem to find them as any big issue. You have already accepted these bad habits, and you like all his good qualities so much that these bad ones don’t find any mention of your relationship at all

5. You are on a constant roller coaster of emotions: You have a sudden gush of happiness, anxiety, stress, passion, intimacy and more and you always find yourself in a roller coaster of emotions.

The absolute best part? You love this joy ride and you do not want it to be with anyone else but him.

6. You have met his parents and family at least 2-3 times:

He has also made it sure that his folks like you and are fine with you beside you.

Well, this is something that should ring a bell. Love may really be in the cards.

7. His friends have met you too: He has brought all his closest friends to meet you. And by now you know how he spends his time with friends. It may seem like a small step but if you have met someone’s closest group of people you definitely mean something to him.

He has taken you home and introduced to his close ones.

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8. You have taken a few days trip together: Most importantly, are you guys comfortable when there are trying times. When on a trip you arrange and organize everything together. It’s almost like living together. When you stay together you start understanding how life can be when you take the next step, and you have liked it totally

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seeking love. You are more content with what you have and are happy where your life is.

If fact, for a long time now you haven’t noticed anyone else who was as charming as your partner.

10. You miss having a rock on your finger: This may be a little soon, but you keep checking out other women, their rings and long for one in your finger too. Suddenly being in a committed relation starts feeling just right to you. Well, if you like it that you definitely should put a ring on it.

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love? This might have helped you out a little. Just a small advice sharing that we thought would help you understand the complex relationship that love is. Though there are always if and but in every aspect of being in love, if you see the above even in less than a month from meeting his first time, you still have fallen in love with him.

Time does not bring deeper love or more love, it adds on the experiences love can bring in.

Wait for a few, and express your feelings as love must be shown and if reciprocated you are the luckiest person

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INDIAN TRAVELOGUE

Plan your

Leh Ladhak Trip by road

the most mesmerizing trip

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How to Plan Your Trip to Leh Ladakh Nestled in the Trans-Himalayan region, in the state of Jammu & Kashmir in North India, Ladakh has, in recent times, become one of the most popular summer holiday destinations in India. Riding across high altitude mountain passes, visiting monasteries, and camping by some stunning high altitude lakes are the major allure of Ladakh.

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INDIAN TRAVELOGUE Besides spell binding landscapes, Ladakh is renowned for its ancient Buddhist monasteries. Ladakh is often dubbed ‘Little Tibet’ as it shares an international boundary with Tibet and plays host to a sizable population of Tibetan Buddhists.

Although a trip to Ladakh has a lot to offer, tourists are required to take some precautions since it is mostly a barren land and has low atmospheric pressure and low oxygen levels at higher altitudes.

In this article, I’d like to 130 mention some important points that every tourist planning a trip should know and answer some frequently asked questions in travel forums online.

Acclimatization is an important part of building your Ladakh The most common questions itinerary. Make sure you don’t are related to acclimatization, rush your trip and allow time for your body to adjust to the ATMs, Petrol Pumps, acute low atmospheric pressure. mountain sickness, and You should reserve the first 2 innerline permits as well days after your arrival in Leh as how long Ladakh tour for getting used to the high itineraries tend to be. altitude. Don’t expect to arrive in Leh and go right away to All of my tips are based on my personal experience in the Nubra or Pangong. Since you could get seriously affected region

by AMS which may lead to severe headaches, nausea, How to Deal With restlessness, or even inability to High Altitude and walk or think, and ataxia which Acclimatize in Leh will ruin your vacation. Even the Ladakh most fit people are affected by

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acute mountain sickness.

Here are some precautions to keep in mind:

1. Physical fitness is the foremost thing you need to consider while undertaking a trip to the Ladakh region.

2. Increase your altitude gradually, and balance ascent with rest to help your body acclimatize.

3. Due to the low atmospheric pressure, tourists

Never run out of excitement especially on passes. Low oxygen levels could lead to fatigue and it can be difficult to catch your breath. You might feel the earth spin or even pass out.

7. Some preventive medicines do aid acclimatization and treat altitude sickness. The most popular is Diamox. The local version of this medicine, a time tested and natural alternative is garlic soup, or a soup prepared with lots of garlic.

8. If you notice any

need to rest for around 2 days or 48 hours after reaching Leh.

4. If you suffer from high blood pressure, heart ailments and asthma,you should consider not visiting Ladakh.

5. Hydration is necessary but overdoing it could harm you.

Increase your normal water intake by a liter, and that will be enough. Dehydration does not necessarily leads to AMS.

6. During the cold weather, cover your head and ears with something warm. Don’t exert yourself physically too much.

symptoms such as headache, nausea, dizziness, or fatigue, rest immediately and descend without delay if you are at a high altitude (as in Khardung La Top).

9. I know this one is difficult to do but you should avoid smoking and drinking alcohol at a high altitude to prevent AMS.

11. If you are flying directly to Leh , you still need to take two days to rest.

During this period , you could always go on a short trip to Thiksey, Hemis, Shey, Nimoo and Stok etc. to visit monasteries and palaces.

12. You should avoid sleeping during the day. I know I didn’t have to say this because who’d waste even seconds of time sleeping during the day in such a magnificent land.

New Rules for Inner Line Permit since 2014 The good news is that Indians don’t need to obtain inner line permits to visit destinations in Ladakh.

Well most of it. For some areas like Chusul, Man, Mirik (Pangong to Tso

10. If you are taking LehManali Highway, then stop at Keylong, Jispa, and Darcha and avoid staying at Sarchu if possible.

Otherwise, if you are taking Leh-Srinagar Highway you should spend the night at Kargil (I am assuming that you have already spent a night in Manali or Srinagar respectively).

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INDIAN TRAVELOGUE Moriri direct route), you still need to obtain and carry inner line permits.

As per the new circular issued by the office of District Magistrate of Leh, Indian Nationals will no longer need to apply for inner line permits to visit certain inner areas like Turtuk, Panamik, Khaltse, Pangong, Changthang, Hunder, Nubra Valley Tso Kar, and Tso Moriri etc. in Ladakh.

You will, however, need to carry your Nationality ID proof (Driving Licence, Voter ID etc.) which will have to be 132 presented at certain check posts where earlier Indians were required to submit a copy of an inner line permit.

But still, if you are on a motorcycle and your route involves crossing or traveling to Hanle, Chusul, Tsaga, beyond Loma bend, Chumur, Marsimik La, and Batalik sectors, then you’d still need to apply for and obtain inner line permits as per the earlier procedure.

The new rules for inner line permits will really help those travelers who don’t want to come back to Leh after Tso Mori Ri and head straight to Manali which would save them a precious day.

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I’d personally advise against coming to Tso Mori Ri from Manali directly as it would most likely lead to acute mountain sickness (since it is located above 15,000 feet)

Getting Innerline Permits for Indians and Protected Area Permits for Foreign Travelers To visit certain inner areas like Turtuk, Panamik, Khaltse, Pangong, Changthang, Hunder, Tso Kar and Tso Moriri, etc. in Ladakh, even foreign residents need to obtain inner line permits.

Visiting Hanle, Chusul (for Pangong to Tso Mori RI by road), Tsaga, beyond Loma bend, Chumur, Marsimik La, and Batalik sectors will still require Indian Nationals to obtain inner line permits.

Travelers from overseas (with the exception of residents

of Burma, Bhutan, Nepal, and Pakistan) need to obtain Protected Area Permit (PAP) to visit the above places. In the case of foreigners, the permit is issued only for a group with four or more foreign tourists.

For foreign tourists, it is also mandatory to go through a registered travel agent in order to obtain the permit. The travel agent will also help you group together with others in case you are traveling solo or as a couple

so that your permit can be obtained.

Inner line permits for Indian nationals are valid for up to three weeks, and the Protected Area Permit is issued for a maximum of seven days. You need to re-apply for the same permit if you are planning on visiting the more remote areas in Ladakh.

For foreign tourists with a PAP, you don’t need to travel in the same group or with the same travel agent mentioned in the permit.

Traveling to Suru and Zanskar Valley does not require inner line permits. Foreign visitors can’t go beyond Merak Village in Pangong or Mahe Village in the Changthang.

Manali and Srinagar For those looking to plan their Ladakh trip on budget, bus service in Leh Ladakh could come very handy.

However using bus service in Leh Ladakh means that your schedule might get a bit hectic due to limited connectivity of far-flung destinations that entail long hours of drive on rocky mountainous terrains and crossing several high altitude passes. Options for bus service to Leh Ladakh is available from Delhi, Srinagar and Manali.

Art/history: Visit the Shanti

Stupa, Leh Palace and the old town in Leh. See local art at the Ladakh Arts and Media Organisation in the old town, which also conducts workshops on subjects such as textiles, design and writing. You could also time your visit to see the colourful Hemis Festival, a two-day celebration in June/July, held at the 17th-century Hemis monastery, about 40km from Leh. Join in for prayers at the Thiksey and Lamayuru monasteries, which are both day trips away from Leh. Shopping: The Leh main market is home to Tibetan antiques, jewellery and

Mention all major places you are traveling to in the permit i.e. if you are spending the night in Spangmik, you need to mention only Pangong Lake. In some cases certain places or routes need to be mentioned.

In order to take the Chushul route from Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri with a visit to Hanle, you need to mention Pangong Tso, Man, Merak, Chushul, Tsaga, Loma, Nyoma, Mahe, Hanle and Tso Moriri in the permit application.

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INDIAN TRAVELOGUE curios. You can also buy handcrafted carpets, rugs and pashmina shawls. Visit the Ladag Apricot store in Zangsti for organic food and jams made with locally sourced apricots.

Voluntourism: If you plan on staying longer, volunteer with the 17000 ft Foundation, which works with schools in villages in and around Leh and offers 10-, 16- and 30-day programmes that involve teaching and infrastructure building, among other things.

Adventure: Adventure junkies can time their visit to watch the Ladakh Marathon. (If you want to participate, here’s what 134 you need to know.) For treks and monastery tours, Ladakh Ecological Footprint is your best bet. They also offer river rafting expeditions for beginners and experienced enthusiasts.

Frozen Himalayasconducts biking trips to and from Leh and also snow leopard treks in winters.

Overnight trips: Taxi it to the unearthly Nubra Valley and Pangong and Tso Moriri lakes.

While the journeys can be made in a day, Kshitij Thube, who biked from Manali to Leh last summer, recommends otherwise. “There are comfortable camps everywhere and stunning views—you can share a camp right on Pangong Lake. There’s no point visiting if you can’t watch the sun rise and WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

set beyond the lake.”

Accommodation in Ladakh Due to the conditions and nature of Ladakh region, luxury hotel properties are mostly not available in the region. There is one luxury hotel in Leh town by the name of Grand Dragon.

You will also find luxury tents at places like Thiksey, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri and Nubra Valley.

At other places, you’ll find budget and deluxe or even luxury tents and camps, some with basic facilities and some with running hot water and attached western toilets. Homestays are easily available at most of the places with basic facilities and would cost 700-1200 per room for the night.

Luxury camps with attached toilets and running hot water will cost you around 3000 to 5000 for two people.

You could also book your accommodation in advance through the internet or calling the hotels and camp providers. You could also simply check-in upon arrival since Ladakh is not one of the places that has a ”peak season” when rooms are fully booked in advance.

Accommodation for Bikers Along Leh-Manali and LehSrinagar Highway For bikers, accommodation is available all along the route on both Leh-Manali and LehSrinagar Highway. To allow for acclimatization, bikers taking Leh-Manali Highway, accommodation is available at Keylong, Jispa, Darcha and Sarchu and one should stay for the night at one of the places.

Most of the bikers stay at camps in Sarchu. But if you have arrived at Zingzing Bar late in the afternoon, avoid crossing Baralacha La as the water stream that crosses the road on this pass gets dangerous because of the strong current.

You should go to to Darcha or Jispa to spend the night.

One could also stay at Pang but watch out for AMS since Pang and Sarchu are located

at an elevation of 15,100 and 14,100 feet respectively.

Don’t cross Baralacha La if you are already feeling mountain sickness or if there are any symptoms like headache or nausea.

In that case, you should stay at Jispa or Darcha at 10,800 feet and 11,020 feet respectively.

If you are riding from Srinagar, then I’d advise

you to stop over in Mulbekh instead of Kargil or even Lamayuru if you could make it. Accommodation in Kargil are very costly and it is an overrated place to spend the night.

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INDIAN TRAVELOGUE you to stay for the night at Jispa, Darcha or Keylong to avoid AMS.

Petrol Pumps in Leh Ladakh If you are traveling by road and doing Ladakh by motorcycle or four-wheeler, you need to know where the petrol pumps are and where do you need to get extra petrol in cans and jars so that you don’t run out of fuel on the highway.

This is important especially if you have chosen Leh-Manali Highway for your road trip.

136 The last petrol pump that you’ll find on this route is located at Tandi and the next one is at Karu which is around 380 kms away. It is always advisable to carry petrol in reserve so that you don’t get stranded because you ran out of fuel.

Similarly if you are Planning Leh – Pangong – Tso Mosriri – Rumtse – Leh or Leh – Nubra – Pangong - Leh which would be like traveling more than 700 – 900 kms, then get your tank full and carry plenty of petrol in reserve as you are going to need it.

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settlements along the route but you need to pay luxury surcharge to buy them and the quality of petrol is not guaranteed.

You need not worry about petrol or fuel if you are taking Leh - Srinagar Highway as you’ll find enough petrol pumps en route.

Money Matters During Ladakh Trip: Tips on Cash and ATMs Except at some antique shops, credit cards are not accepted

by any of the hotels and travel agents. Therefore, carry a good amount of cash with you. If you find carrying cash a bit risky, go for plastic money i.e. debit cards, and withdraw money from ATMs whenever required.

ATMs of several banks like SBI, AXIS Bank, J&K Bank, PNB etc. are available in Leh Town. More remote places like Pangong, Changthang, etc. don’t have them so carry your cash when traveling farther in the region.

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There are STD booths available in most of the markets in Ladakh region but they close down before 10 PM. On the other hand, Kargil has a global direct dialing telephone facility, in addition to a post and telegraph facility. There is also a wireless radio phone network service of Jammu and Kashmir Tourism station with field stations at Leh, Padum and Kargil.

From May to August (peak tourist season), Jammu & Kashmir Tourism has mobile wireless stations in the remote areas.

Avoid Using Plastic Bags

responsible for maintaining the environment. Therefore, do not litter. Plastic is officially banned in Ladakh so you need to avoid the use of plastic and polythene bags.

Carry Proper Documents for Your Bike Trip If you are heading to Ladakh on a motorcycle, you will come across some highland passes such as Changla Pass, Zojila Pass, Fotula Pass, and Khardungla Pass.

Since all these areas have a huge military presence, you need to carry a permit, vehicle registration, driving license, and bike insurance paper.

Both locals and tourists are

Essentials for Your Trip Respect the Local Culture While traveling in Ladakh, kindly show respect towards the local culture and don’t do things that are against the norms of Tibetan Buddhist culture. The Tibetan Buddhist culture is quite ancient and conservative, so dress properly and cover your full body.

Always ask permission before taking photographs of any person.

If they ask for money, don’t take pictures.

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Significance and celebration of

Indian Republic Day

While India celebrated its freedom from British colonization on August 15, 1947, it established itself as a sovereign state on January 26, 1950. In other words, this is the day, the Indian constitution came into being 68 years ago.

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The chief architect of the Constitution of India, Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar, headed the drafting committee that prepared the ‘draft constitution’ in November 1947. It took more than the next two years for the constitution to finally see the light of day.

The Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution on January 26, 1950, a date specially chosen to coincide with the anniversary of ‘Purna Swaraj Diwas’.

January 26, 1930 was marked as ‘Purna Swaraj Diwas’, or the day the nation would attain complete freedom from its colonisers by the Congress. The members of the drafting committee felt that the birth of the constitution should be observed on a day that held some significance in their fight for independence.

When India was ultimately granted freedom by the British in 1947, but on August 15 and not January 26, the date was instead assigned to celebrating India’s Republic Day. This was the day the Indian Independence Act was consequently repealed and India was established as a democratic republic, no longer a dominion of the British Crown.

Republic day is an important landmark in Indian history.

On January 26th each

year, Indians celebrate the Constitution of India coming into force in 1950.

On this day, our Indian constitution became a reality and thus, the date “26th January” got etched in history for eternity.

Needless to say, every year Republic day is celebrated with great pomp, enthusiasm and glory. Important governmental laws and acts were laid down on this day and hence it also marks as a day of pride for every Indian, old and young alike.

From school children to senior citizens everyone unfurls the National tricolour on this day, to pay their humble respect to their motherland.

How is Republic Day celebrated in India?

Much like the Independence Day celebrations in India, Republic Day too is celebrated with grand parades in New Delhi and the different state capitals. The Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, artistes and performers from across the country participate in the parades to showcase the diversity of cultures.

The President and state Governors receive the military salutes during the parades with the ‘fly past’ by the Indian Air Force officially concluding the parade in the national

capital.

Facts about Republic Day Scrolling down you would discover some interesting facts about this Day! l The Grand Parade: On Republic Day, a grand parade is organized at Rajpath in New Delhi. This parade mainly represents the diverse cultural heritage of our country and also the competency of Indian military.

The grand parade is also a way of paying tribute to our freedom fighters. One of the main highlights of this parade is the giving away of awards like Paramvir Chakra, Ashok Chakra and Vir Chakra to the winners. Children who are the winners of Bravery Awards also ride on colourful decorated elephants during this parade on Republic Day. FEBRUARY 2018 | WWW.WISHESH.NET

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Republic day is an important landmark in Indian history.

On January 26th each year, Indians celebrate the Constitution of India coming into force in 1950. l Placing Wreaths at Amar Jawan Jyoti: Our honourable Prime Minister, accompanied 140 by Heads of Indian Army, Navy and Air Force, places wreaths and pays tribute to all soldiers who sacrificed their lives for freedom, at Amar Jawan Jyoti. l ‘The 21 gun salute’: The 21 gun salute’ is the firing of the 21 canons and rifles to honour the navy and military of our country, on the auspicious occasion of Republic day. l Beating Retreat ceremony: The Republic Day celebrations continue for four days that is, from 26th Jan to 29th Jan. On the final day, the ‘Beating Retreat’ ceremony is organized at the Vijay Chowk.

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singing of national anthem and playing of different tunes by military bands. l Inviting a chief guest: Each year, the Republic Day celebrations involve the president of India and an official chief guest that is, the head of state of any foreign country. Countries like France and Bhutan had the greatest privilege of providing the chief guest for Indian Republic Day for four times.

The very first chief guest at the Republic Day Celebration of India in 1950 was the, then Indonesian President Sukarno.

Importance of this day Republic Day is an extremely important day for our country for various reasons. Some of the main reasons that would help highlight the significance of this day are elaborated as under:

1. Emergence of the Largest Democratic Nation: On this day, India emerged as the largest democratic Nation, along with the longest written constitution. The citizens of India officially gained the power to live independently and help govern their own country. When the beginning is good, the journey progresses smoothly and without any turbulence.

2. Indian Constitution came

into existence: Republic Day is when the constitution and governmental existence came into being. Indian government thus became a distinct entity and came out of the shadow of the British government.

3. First President: Honorable Dr. Rajendra Prasad took the historic oath to be the very first president of independent India on this very day.

This ceremony was history personified.

4. Self-guided: Until the Republic day, India was still running under the laws set by the British government. So technically, an independent

India was not self-guided until the actual Republic Day. Celebrations

Reasons to celebrate republic day

1. Celebrate freedom from British written laws: Republic Day is the day when our country officially adopted its own constitution. We put forth our own set of citizen-friendly laws from Republic Day. Republic Day signifies the transition from a “dependant” nation to an “independent” one in terms of governmental laws, acts and policies.

2. Honour the people who

made an independent India possible: Countless lives were sacrificed so that we can hold our heads high in our own motherland. Republic Day made sure that the sacrificed lives were not spent in vain. Hence, this day should be celebrated by every Indian citizen as a sign of respect to the historic freedom fighters.

3. To show our patriotism towards our country: Every citizen of India is expected to be patriotic and pay importance and respect to its history. Being patriotic is synonymous to celebrating the important milestones of the country and Republic day is one such event.

day every year?

Apart from the gala capital celebrations, similar functions at smaller scales also take place in all state capitals of the country and also at places away from India, with Indian population.

The state Governor unfurls the Tricolour in those celebrations. It also gives a wonderful feeling to visit schools and colleges on this day. Republic Day is celebrated with absolute excitement at these places.

Children perform aerobics, parade and many different types of cultural activities too. Sweets are distributed

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INDIAN HISTORY at schools. All government buildings are decorated with lights. The Drummer’s Call or the solo drummer’s performance also takes place.

‘Abide With Me’ is played by the military band without fail every year. Finally, on 29th January, the last day of celebration of Republic Day, our national flag or Tiranga is lowered along with our national anthem that is sung with complete emotions.

Republic day celebration from around the world: Patriotic vibes are spread across the Indian community around the world as they celebrate the Indian Republic 142 Day by participating in flag hoisting ceremonies, cultural events and some interesting digital displays.

The Indian Diaspora across the world celebrates Republic Day by hoisting India’s national flag, playing the Indian president’s address to the nation from Republic Day eve and singing the national anthem. Various cultural events are also organized at Indian embassies all around and at private venues. Some glimpses of Republic day celebration around the world in 2017: Indian Ambassador to the US Navtej Sarna paid floral tribute to the statue of WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

Mahatma Gandhi in front of the embassy and unfurled the national flag in the presence of large number of IndianAmericans to celebrate the 68th Republic Day here. In his brief address to the gathering, Sarna highlighted India’s development and India-US relationship. He also read out the address of President Pranab Mukherjee made on the eve of the Republic Day At the embassy of India in France, Ambassador Dr Mohan Kumar took the celebratory

leads by hoisting the tricolour and sharing the president’s message. The inauguration was followed by singing of patriotic songs in Hindi and Kannada.

In Egypt, members of the Indian community as well Egyptian friends of India and students of Indian languages at the Maulana Azad Centre for Indian Culture (MACIC) celebrated the day at the India House premises in Zamalek. India’s Ambassador to Egypt,

Sanjay Bhattacharyya hoisted the national flag and read out President Mukherjee’s message.

Expats in Ukraine’s capital Kiev also participated in the flag hoisting ceremony.

In Singapore, a Republic Day event was organised by India’s High Commissioner, Jawed Ashraf who unfurled the flag and also hosted a reception for the community which included business leaders.

Interestingly, the island city-state used the world’s largest high definition video wall at Singapore’s Suntec Convention Centre, lighting up with Republic Day greetings which read, ‘India Happy 68th Republic Day’ and displayed the Indian flag. Suntec is one of the most popular convention centres for hosting international exhibitions and conferences.

On similar digital lines of celebrations, Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building lit up in tricolour and presented a spectacular view of the building wrapped in the Indian flag. This not just marked the 68th Republic Day but also the strong cultural and trade bond between India and the UAE. “#BurjKhalifa wishes The #RepublicOfIndia a Happy National Day,” the official

account of Burj Khalifa tweeted.

The crown prince of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al Nahyan, was in the Indian capital, New Delhi, as the Republic Day Parade’s chief guest.

Closer home, the Indian community in Sri Lanka celebrated this national festival by gathering at the India House in Colombo where high commissioner Taranjeet Singh Sandhu unfurled the tricolour.

Similar ceremonies took place in the neighbouring Nepal at the Indian embassy in Kathmandu where Indian Ambassador Ranjit Rae led the crowd. He also distributed cheques worth INR 40 million to the widows and next of kin of deceased soldiers of the Indian armed forces from the Defence Attache, Welfare Fund. Rae also hosted a reception in the Indian Embassy ground.

Taking social initiatives and reassuring its will to building up Nepali economy and society, the embassy donated books to 60 educational institutions of Nepal, gifted 20 ambulances and four buses to various hospitals, non-profitable charitable organisations and educational institutions.

The Indian community in Bangladesh gathered at the new Chancery Complex in Baridhara where Indian High Commissioner, Harsh Vardhan Sringla unfurled the tricolour and youngsters from the community showcased cultural events.

Conclusion Every Indian citizen should realize the inherent importance of Republic day. We as citizens of a free country should feel proud to be an Indian and pay respect to all those who helped our country get stronger, and better! Special remembrance should be paid to all the freedom fighters and soldiers, who made and are making unbeatable sacrifices for all of us to breathe ‘free’. Republic Day celebrations should not be imposed on people.

Patriotism apart, paying respect to the country is a sign of a responsible citizen.

So let us pledge to uphold our country’s honour at all times and respect its past, work on its present and hope for a bright and progressive future.

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Vegas

CES is the Consumer Electronics Show which ran from January 9 until January 12 and saw some of the biggest names in the industry descend on Las Vegas, the sin city.

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The event stretched over four days and saw over 170,000 attendees. More than 3,900 companies exhibited their wares at this year’s event.

Stretched over a 2.75 million square feet area, making it the largest show in the history of CES. Top tech manufacturers, developers and suppliers were all in attendance.

There was also a conference

programme featuring more than 300 individual events focusing on topics ranging from AI-powered robots to self-driving cars. From Android TVs to phones, connected speakers, smart watches, long-awaited components, and unified services, we’ve got a mixed bag this year for the Android Authority Best of CES 2018 awards

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TECHNOLOGY Some of the coolest and weirdest picks from CES 2018 include:

1- The Wall by Samsung CES is always packed with previews of new television sets, but few of this year’s models made quite the impression that The Wall by Samsung did. This huge 146inch modular TV is virtually bezel-free, which means you can stack several sets sideby-side, should your living room wall be bigger than 146 inches diagonally.

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Of course this isn’t primarily aimed at your living room – it’s for public spaces and business rooms, while also showing off the kind of technology Samsung is working on that might filter down to more consumerfriendly sets. In the case of The Wall, that’s the new MicroLED tech, with super-small LED lights for improvements in brightness, contrast, color volume, and color gamut.

Samsung didn’t attach a price to The Wall, or say when it might go on sale to those who can afford it, but it shows that TV makers are ready to go bigger and better than ever in 2018.

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2- Nvidia Big Format Gaming Display Nvidia’s first BFGD follows a growing trend in the industry for premium gaming displays at a premium price, and the Nvidia BFGD shoots straight to somewhere near the top of the pile. It offers 4K resolution, a huge 65 inches of screen space, support for HDR, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and ultra-low latency.

In other words, all the specs that gamers are going to take

notice of. Nvidia isn’t actually making any monitors though, just supplying the panel tech – so look out for hardware launching from partners including Acer, Asus, and HP in the coming year, making use of the Nvidia BFGP technology.

Prices will vary depending on the model, but Android TV comes built in as well, so once you’ve finished your gaming session, you can kick back and watch something from Netflix, Hulu or another of your favorite streaming apps.

The Wall by Samsung

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3- LG 65-inch rollable LED TV Part of the appeal of CES is getting a sneak preview of technology coming down the pipe, and this year we got treated to a 65-inch OLED TV from LG with a very special party trick – at the push of a button it can roll down into its base, giving you an easy way to limit your screen time or just impress visiting guests.

The 4K screen can also unfurl part way to provide an information display with weather and calendar details as well. This is still very much a prototype – there’s no word on if or when you’ll be able to buy one – but considering LG showed off an 18-inch version back at the 2014 CES event, you can see how quickly the technology is moving forward.

LG had plenty of other, more conventional televisions to show off during the event, which should cover a whole host of customer needs over the next 12 months.

The company also demo’d a monster 88-inch, 8K set.

4- Vivo/Synaptics Clear ID FS9500 fingerprint sensor: We already knew under-glass

fingerprint sensors would be coming in 2018, but kicking off the year with the very first device to feature a functioning in-display sensor module was a real treat.

Vivo’s unnamed phone will be out a little later this year, but the Synaptics FS9500 Clear ID sensor is already available for inclusion in a variety of devices with OLED panels in the near future.

After years of waiting, it’s finally here, an in-screen fingerprint reader. In spite of persisting rumors of Apple and Samsung working on the tech, Chinese manufacturer Vivo is the first to reveal such a device.

The wafer-thin optical sensor sits between the display glass and OLED panel and “peeks” through the pixels to register your print. For this reason it doesn’t work on backlit LCD panels, but it bodes well for near bezelless OLED displays, which are increasingly becoming the norm.

Synaptics assures us Clear ID is just as secure as current capacitive sensors, but it is marginally slower in practice.

You’ll have to get used a slight delay when unlocking your phone through the screen (at least for now), but the coolness factor far outweighs the difference in speed.

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5- L’Oréal UV Sense L’Oréal’s UV Sense is a tiny sensor capable of detecting ultraviolet exposure that’s small enough to wear comfortably on your fingernail. The sensor itself is battery-free and includes an NFC antenna, a temperature sensor, and a UV sensor.

That sensor, which can store up to three months worth of data, passes information to the accompanying app whenever the wearer holds the device close to his or her smartphone.

The app keeps track of your exposure levels and can provide tips for managing sun intake.

While the UV Sense is designed to be worn on your nail, L’Oréal will also be releasing accessories so that users can wear it in different ways, too.

The beauty company worked with designer and entrepreneur Yves Béhar on the product, in part why it resembles nail art rather than a piece of wearable technology.

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Vivo/Synaptics Clear ID FS9500 fingerprint sensor: Honda’s new concept robots may be just as cute as they are useful. At CES, the company showcased its 3E Robotics concept, which includes several robot companions all designed to serve different functions. Robot 3E-A18 is Honda’s social empathy robot. The company says it’s meant to represent the idea that robots can support people by providing a sense of compassion and understanding. In a demo at CES, the roving robot’s glowing face frequently changed its expression as it greeted the crowd. Honda’s 3E-B18, comparatively, is a 148 robotic chair concept, while 3E-C18 includes cargo space for transporting materials.

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by far is the laptops’ HDR support, which makes colors look bold and vivid, arguably adding much more noticeable improvements than 4K resolution.

7- Lenovo ThinkPad

8- Volocopter

X1 Carbon and Yoga

The Volocopter passengercarrying drone that hails from Germany isn’t completely new, but it did take to the air on US soil for the first time at CES 2018, proving that we’re closer than ever to a future where we’re all getting transported around by stripped-down helicopters that can think for themselves.

Lenovo’s long-running ThinkPad lineup is getting some worthwhile new additions at this year’s CES. Both new ThinkPad computers include a dazzling HDR display, a built-in physical webcam cover, and far-field microphones for speaking to Amazon’s Alexa and Microsoft’s Cortana.

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The aircraft can be run in autonomous and semiautonomous modes, and uses the same flight controllers that Intel has put

inside other, smaller drones.

The technology is still being developed and refined, and as yet there’s no word on when the rest of us will be able to clamber inside a Volocopter – but that day is getting closer.

Among the many, many other drones spotted on the show floor at CES 2018 was an upgraded version of the AirSelfie, with longer flight times, a better integrated camera, and extra onboard storage.

9- Razer Project Linda From the soon-to-be-available and the practical to the more outlandish: Razer’s Project Linda is a concept device put together by the gaming firm that transforms the Razer Phone into a fully fledged laptop. The phone acts as the brains of the whole

device and also doubles up as the trackpad, slotting in at the bottom of the unit.

Besides adding a bigger screen and a full keyboard for users to interact with their Android apps, the Project Linda chassis also provides extra storage, an on-board battery (so the phone charges while it’s docked), and some useful USB ports.

It’s not a completely new idea, but it’s one of the best implementations of it we’ve seen.

For now, Razer is just experimenting with the technology, though it seems keen to eventually put Project Linda on sale. When that will

be, and for how much money, remains to be seen.

10- Blocks modular smartwatch Perhaps not the flashiest of CES gadgets, or the one that made the most headlines, but a real success story for the team behind Blocks – the modular smartwatch started as a Kickstarter concept in October 2015, and is finally going on sale to anyone who wants one.

million in crowd-funded cash.

You can add in extra modules as you need them, including a GPS unit and a flashlight, which make up the strap around the central smartwatch. The software is based on Android 8.0 Oreo, but the watch works with iPhones as well as Android devices.

Prices for the Blocks smartwatch start at $259, with extra modules available for $35 each. Preorders are open now, with shipping in the first quarter of 2018.

The central idea is a good one, which is perhaps why it originally raised some $1.6

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AUTOMOBILES

Tesla Model3 Delays Its Production Goal Yet Again In a repeat of events like the last few instances, Tesla has yet again delayed its production goals as set and conveyed by CEO Elon Musk and has put all those 400,000 people waiting for their cars into agony and mild despair.

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The automaker in it’s latest Vehicle Production and Deliveries report recently, said that it will be now be focussing on quality and efficiency of production, rather than only trying to generate maximum volume in the shortest time.

It is now aiming to achieve a production speed of 2,500 Model 3s per week by March 2018. Eventually Tesla plans to double it up by the end of June. Tesla delivered just 1,550 Model 3s in the final quarter of last year, in the 3rd quarter of 2017 delivered only about 222 all electric affordable sedans, a number far lesser than what was promised by Musk. The

hopeful people who have paid their 1000$ amounts to be in the waitlist may not be very happy with these numbers and progress of events.

According to Elon Musk’s calculation, he had predicted that his production line would be fully engaged and capable of cranking out 5000 cars per week by the end of the year 2017. In a letter to the company’s investors he has changed the target to March 2018. He called this “ a relatively small shift” in the “grand scheme of things”.

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AUTOMOBILES reason why even though the shifting targets have caused the company shares to dip, they haven’t crashed yet.

The question here arises, that how long can these customers, Investors and shareholders really wait and believe that their promises will be delivered?

Tesla builds the batteries that they use in their cars at the Nevada Gigafactory.

The batteries are assembled into modules and further into packs. Apparently, an outside supplier, who was responsible for some part of the assembling process “dropped the ball” and they 152 were forced to take the work in-house. Elon Musk further said that “We had to rewrite all of the software from scratch and redo many of the mechanical and electrical elements, This is what I’ve spent many a late night at the gigafactory working on.”

He confidently added that Tesla can overcome these production bottlenecks, and he will ensure that personally.

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making some big promises, and they need to show a path to get there,” The car business he feels is extremely tough and building only such handful number of cars that too reportedly by hand will not be enough.

It is high time that Tesla convinces its investors and customers that there is some development and momentum and it will deliver on the promises made or they will soon crash down at some point.

Hopefully Elon Musk’s newest prediction doesn’t turn out be one of his underestimates but a long due answer to all the doubts and fears and hopefully it happens before it’s believer’s patience runs out.

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FOR YOR AND Workspace

By following some simple rules of Vaasthu and principles of design, layout, space arrangement and spatial geometry, making your office Vaasthu compliant can be really easy. Vaasthu shastra is a science that works by balancing the five basic elements of our environment. That is Water, Fire, Earth, Air, and Space.

The proper balance of these elements in any space can make sure that your space is always full of positive energy.

If you are looking forward to build yourself an office space or making renovations to an existing workspace, here are some simple Vaasthu rules to follow that can help you achieve a synergy of all environmental elements and in turn help you succeed in your work life. If these changes can get your business a successful start then why not try and imbibe them in your office design?

While designing an

office space keep in mind the following points.

1. If you are starting from

scratch and looking for a piece of land to construct your office, Godown, factory or any other commercial space, make sure you opt for a Shermukhi Plot.

A Plot which has a broad front and a narrowing end are called as Shermukhi plots. It is also suggested that it should be close to an working road. For example the main busy streets in a market area.

2. In order for the office

space to be always surrounded in good luck and abundant positive energy, the commercial space should always be facing

either North, North-East or North-West. Make sure to avoid the west facing plots, if you already own a plot like that, do not construct the entrance facing west, it can affect your morale at work and bring you difficulties.

3. The front door, as far as

possible should always be facing either east or North.

Also remember to keep an area around the door open, a sudden obstruction right at the door is undesirable and unlucky.

4. Utilise the eastern or

North-eastern corner of your workspace in building a waiting room, welcome area or the reception. It will boost growth.

5. Have you noticed most

office buildings having an empty space? That is not accidental but intentional.

Leave the central space of your office empty.

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INDIAN VAASTU CORNER he sits for work, he should be facing north. The back should be concrete and not made of glass or other temporary structure.

The best suited table shape for the boss’s office space is rectangular.

7. If you wish to install an Idol,

make sure he does not sit behind the owner’s chair. Place him adjacent or facing the main seat.

8. The employees working at

the desk should position their desks to face East or North direction only.

9. One of the most important

Vaasthu tips for a flourishing business or factory is to keep the north-west (NW) zone of 156 an office complex free from the anti-elements. Like the toilet or smoking zone should not be placed in the NW direction since it can hamper financial stability.

To keep your business financially well supported place any symbol of growth or financial support in this area, like a white horse.

10. Vaasthu Shastra suggests

that the accounts and other finance related departments should be in the north and east zone. The finance registers and records should be kept in the north or southwest corner cabinet.

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painted in red or its shades, like pink or maroon etc.

12. The North-west direction

is perfect for making into a conference room. This helps in an influx of ideas and positivity for carrying them forward.

13. The south east direction is

suitable for the electrical clutters like the inverters and battery etc. make sure there is a window near it.

14. If your office has a staircase,

the best spot to place it is the south, west or the south-west direction.

15.For people who own and

run a Manufacturing business the construction of the office building should start from the south and then gradually move towards north and west.

Adhere to these simple Vaasthu tips for constructing a perfect office space that makes your business grow and keeps a constant influx of positivity and good energy around all those who work in your office.

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Hinduism and its significance

There are an estimated 1 billion Hindus worldwide, making Hinduism the third largest religion after Christianity and Islam. About 80 percent of India’s population regard themselves as Hindus and 30 million more Hindus live outside of India.

Hinduism has no founder or date of origin. The authors and dates of most Hindu sacred texts are unknown, although the oldest text (the Vedas) are estimated to date from as early as 1500 BCE. Scholars describe Hinduism as the product of religious development in India that spans nearly 4,000 years, WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

making it perhaps the oldest surviving world religion.

The broad term “Hinduism” encompasses a wide variety of traditions, which are closely related and share common themes but do not constitute a unified set of beliefs or practices. Hinduism is not a homogeneous, organized

system. Many Hindus are devoted followers of Shiva or Vishnu, whom they regard as the only true God, while others look inward to the divine Self (atman). But most recognize the existence of Brahman, the unifying principle and Supreme Reality behind all that is.

Most Hindus respect the authority of the Vedas (the oldest sacred texts) and the Brahmans (the priestly class), but some reject one of both of these authorities.

Hindu religious life might take the form of devotion to God or gods, the duties of family life, or concentrated meditation. Given all this diversity, it is important to take care when generalizing about “Hinduism” or “Hindu beliefs.”

In the 20th century, Hinduism began to gain popularity in the West. Its different worldview and its tolerance for diversity in

belief made it an attractive alternative to traditional Western religion. Although there are relatively few western converts to Hinduism specifically, Hindu thought has influenced the West indirectly by way of religious movements like Hare Krishna and New Age, and even more so through the incorporation of Indian beliefs and practices (such as the chakra system and yoga) into health and spirituality.

In some ways Hinduism is the oldest living religion in the world, or at least elements within it stretch back many thousands of years.

Yet Hinduism resists easy definition partly because of the vast array of practices and beliefs found within it.

It is also closely associated conceptually and historically with the other Indian religions Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism.

Hinduism is the religion of the majority of people in India and Nepal. It also exists among significant populations outside of the sub continent and has over 900 million adherents worldwide.

Unlike most other religions, Hinduism has no single founder, no single scripture, and no commonly agreed set of teachings. Throughout its extensive history, there have been many key

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INDIAN SPIRITUAL figures teaching different philosophies and writing numerous holy books.

For these reasons, writers often refer to Hinduism as ‘a way of life’ or ‘a family of religions’ rather than a single religion.

Defining Hinduism The term ‘Hindu’ was derived from the river or river complex of the northwest, the Sindhu. Sindhu is a Sanskrit word used by the inhabitants of the region, the Aryans in the second millennium BCE. Later migrants and invaders, the Persians in the sixth century 160 BCE, the Greeks from the 4th century BCE, and the Muslims from the 8th century CE, used the name of this river in their own languages for the land and its people.

The term ‘Hindu’ itself probably does not go back before the 15th and 16th centuries when it was used by people to differentiate themselves from followers of other traditions, especially the Muslims (Yavannas), in Kashmir and Bengal. At that time the term may have simply indicated groups united by certain cultural practices such as cremation of the dead and styles of cuisine. The ‘ism’ was added to ‘Hindu’ only in the 19th WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

century in the context of British colonialism and missionary activity.

The origins of the term ‘hindu’ are thus cultural, political and geographical. Now the term is widely accepted although any definition is subject to much debate. In some ways it is true to say that Hinduism is a religion of recent origin yet its roots and formation go back thousands of years.

Some Hindus define orthodoxy as compliance with the teachings of the Vedic texts (the four Vedas and their supplements). However, still others identify their tradition with ‘Sanatana Dharma’, the eternal order of conduct that transcends any specific body of sacred literature. Scholars sometimes draw attention to the caste system as a defining feature, but many Hindus view such practices as merely a social phenomenon or an aberration of their original teachings. Nor can we define Hinduism according to belief in concepts such as karma and samsara (reincarnation) because Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists (in a qualified form) accept this teaching too.

Although it is not easy to define Hinduism, we can say that it is rooted in India, most Hindus revere a body of texts as sacred scripture known as the Veda, and most Hindus draw on a common system of values

known as dharma.

Hinduism originated around the Indus Valley near the River Indus in modern day Pakistan.

About 80% of the Indian population regard themselves as Hindu.

Most Hindus believe in a Supreme God, whose qualities and forms are represented by the multitude of deities which emanate from him.

Hindus believe that existence is a cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, governed by Karma.

Hindus believe that the soul passes through a cycle of successive lives and its next incarnation is always dependent on how the previous life was lived.

festivals are celebrated is not known, but one scholar of Hinduism has listed more than a thousand different Hindu festivals.

As in most ancient religions, many of the Hindu holidays are based on the cycle of nature. They mark the change of seasons, celebrate the harvest, and encourage fertility of the land. Others are dedicated to a particular deity, such as Shiva or Ganesh.

The main Hindu texts are the Vedas and their supplements (books based on the Vedas).

Veda is a Sanskrit word meaning ‘knowledge’. These scriptures do not mention the word ‘Hindu’ but many scriptures discuss dharma, which can be rendered as ‘code of conduct’, ‘law’, or ‘duty’

Still other popular holidays commemorate events in the lives of Rama or Krishna. In addition to the major Hindu festivals that are celebrated throughout India, many regional festivals are also held in honor of various deities.

In general, Hindu festivals “are intended to purify, avert malicious influences, renew society, bridge over critical moments, and stimulate or

resuscitate the vital powers of nature.” They include a wide variety of rituals, including worship, prayer, processions, magical acts, music, dancing, lovemaking, eating, drinking, and feeding the poor.

Major festivals likely to be observed by most Hindus are:

Holi Holi (also called Holaka or Phagwa) is an annual festival celebrated on the day after the full moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna (early March). It celebrates spring, commemorates various events in Hindu mythology and is time of disregarding social norms and indulging in general merrymaking. Holi is probably the least religious of Hindu holidays.

Diwali

Hindus celebrate many holy days, but the Festival of Lights, Diwali is the best known.

The 2001 census recorded 559,000 Hindus in Britain, around 1% of the population.

Hindu Holidays and Festivals It has been said that Hindus have a holiday for every day of the year, but even that may be an understatement!

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INDIAN SPIRITUAL Utsava) - festival of Ganesh (August-September) Diwali, from the Sanskrit word Dīpãvali, meaning “row of lights” is a Hindu festival of lights lasting five days. For many Hindus, Diwali is also New Year’s Eve. Diwali is held on the final day of the Vikram calendar, a type of Hindu calendar followed by North Indians.

Mahashivaratri (Shiva Ratri) Mahashivaratri (also called Shiva Ratri) is the Great Festival of Shiva. It is held on the 14th day of the dark half of the lunar month of Phalguna.

162 Mahashivaratri is especially important to Saivites (devotees of Shiva), but it is celebrated by most Hindus.

Other sacred days: Rama Navami - birthday of Lord Rama (April) Krishna Jayanti - birthday of Lord Krishna (July-August) Raksābandhana - renewing bonds between brothers and sisters (July-August) Kumbh Mela - pilgrimage every 12 years to four cities in India (July-August; last one 2003) Ganesha-Chaturthi (Ganesha WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

Dassera - victory of Rama over demon king Ravana (September-October) Navaratri - festival of Shakti (in Bengal) or Rama’s victory over Ravana (South India) (September-October)

Famous Hindu Rites and Rituals:

The ritual world of Hinduism, manifestations of which differ greatly among regions, villages, and individuals, offers a number of common features that link all Hindus into a greater Indian religious system and influence other religions as well.

The most notable feature in religious ritual is the division between purity and pollution.

Religious acts presuppose some degree of impurity or

defilement for the practitioner, which must be overcome or neutralized before or during ritual procedures.

Purification, usually with water, is thus a typical feature of most religious action. Avoidance of the impure--taking animal life, eating flesh, associating with dead things, or body fluids-is another feature of Hindu ritual and is important for repressing pollution.

In a social context, those individuals or groups who manage to avoid the impure are accorded increased respect. Still, another feature is a belief in the efficacy of sacrifice, including survivals of Vedic sacrifice. Thus, sacrifices may include the performance of offerings in a regulated manner, with the preparation of sacred space, recitation of texts, and manipulation of objects.

A third feature is the concept of merit, gained through the performance of charity or good works, that will accumulate over time and reduce sufferings in the next world.

Domestic Worship The home is the place where most Hindus conduct their worship and religious rituals.

The most important times

of day for performance of household rituals are dawn and dusk, although especially devout families may engage in devotion more often.

For many households, the day begins when the women in the house draw auspicious geometric designs in chalk or rice flour on the floor or the doorstep.

For orthodox Hindus, dawn and dusk are greeted with recitation from the Rig Veda of the Gayatri Mantra for the sun--for many people, the only Sanskrit prayer they know.

After a bath, there is personal worship of the gods at a family shrine, which typically includes lighting a lamp and offering foodstuffs before the images, while prayers in Sanskrit or a regional language are recited.

In the evenings, especially in rural areas, mostly female devotees may gather together for long sessions of singing hymns in praise of one or more of the gods.

Minor acts of charity punctuate the day. During daily baths, there are offerings of a little water in memory of the ancestors.

At each meal, families may set aside a handful of grain to be donated to beggars or needy persons, and daily gifts of small amounts of grain to birds or other animals serve to accumulate merit for the family through their selfsacrifice.

The ‘Puja’ or Worship Puja (worship) of the gods consists of a range of ritual offerings and prayers typically performed either daily or on special days before an image of the deity, which may be in the form of a person or a symbol of the sacred presence. In its more developed forms, puja consists of a series of ritual stages beginning with personal purification and

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life.

A number of rituals for the infant include the first visit outside to a temple, the first feeding with solid food (usually cooked rice), an earpiercing ceremony, and the first haircut (shaving the head) that often occurs at a temple or during a festival when the hair is offered to a deity.

invocation of the god, followed by offerings of flowers, food, or other objects such as clothing, accompanied by fervent prayers.

Some dedicated worshipers perform these ceremonies daily at their home shrines; others travel to one or more temples 164 to perform puja, alone or with the aid of temple priests who receive offerings and present these offerings to the gods.

The gifts given to the gods become sacred through contact with their images or with their shrines and may be received and used by worshipers as the grace (prasada) of the divine.

The hymns of these saints and their successors, mostly in vernacular forms, are memorized and performed at all levels of society. Every state in India has its own bhakti tradition and poets who are studied and revered.

Pregnancy, Birth, Infancy

Gurus & Saints

Ceremonies may be performed during pregnancy to ensure the health of the mother and growing child.

The father may part the hair of the mother three times upward from the front to the back, to assure the ripening of the embryo. Charms may serve to ward off the evil eye and witches or demons.

Since at least the seventh century A.D., the devotional path has spread from the south throughout India through the literary and musical activities of saints who have been some of the most important representatives of regional languages and traditions.

At birth, before the umbilical cord is severed, the father may touch the baby’s lips with a gold spoon or ring dipped in honey, curds, and ghee. The word vak (speech) is whispered three times into the right ear, and mantras are chanted to ensure a long

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Upanayana: The Thread Ceremony A crucial event in the life of the orthodox, upper-caste Hindu male is an initiation (upanayana) ceremony, which takes place for some young males between the ages of six and twelve to mark the transition to awareness and adult religious responsibilities.

At the ceremony itself, the family priest invests the boy with a sacred thread to be worn always over the left shoulder, and the parents instruct him in pronouncing the Gayatri Mantra. The initiation ceremony is seen as a new birth; those groups entitled to wear the sacred thread are called the twiceborn.

Weddings: The next important transition in life is marriage. For most people in India, the betrothal of the young couple and the exact date and time of the

and fragments of bone are collected and eventually immersed in a holy river.

After a funeral, everyone undergoes a purifying bath.

The immediate family remains in a state of intense pollution for a set number of days (sometimes ten, eleven, or thirteen).

wedding are matters decided by the parents in consultation with astrologers.

At Hindu weddings, the bride and bridegroom represent the god and the goddess, although there is a parallel tradition that sees the groom as a prince coming to wed his princess. The groom, decked in all his finery, often travels to the wedding site on a caparisoned white horse or in an open limousine, accompanied by a procession of relatives, musicians, and bearers of ornate electrified lamps.

The actual ceremonies in many cases become extremely elaborate, but orthodox Hindu marriages typically have at their center the recitation of mantras by priests. In a crucial rite, the new couple takes seven steps northward from a sacred household fire, turn, and make offerings into the flames.

Independent traditions in regional languages and among different caste groups support wide variations in ritual.

Death: After the death of a family member, the relatives become involved in ceremonies for the preparation of the body and a procession to the burning or burial ground.

At the end of that period, close family members meet for a ceremonial meal and often give gifts to the poor or to charities.

A particular feature of the Hindu ritual is the preparation of rice balls (pinda) offered to the spirit of the dead person during memorial services. In part, these ceremonies are seen as contributing to the merit of the deceased, but they also pacify the soul so that it will not linger in this world as a ghost but will pass through the realm of Yama, the god of death.

For most Hindus, cremation is the ideal method for dealing with the dead, although many groups practice burial instead; infants are buried rather than cremated. At the funeral site, in the presence of the male mourners, the closest relative of the deceased (usually the eldest son) takes charge of the final rite and, if it is cremation, lights the funeral pyre.

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Grand And Auspicious Sri Goda Ranganatha Kalyanam Event Took Place In Phoenix JET ARIZONA, A global non-profit organization invited everyone for the grand Sri Goda Ranganatha Kalyanam which took place on the Saturday, 20 January.

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JET or the Jeeyar Educational Trust founded by Sri Sri Sri Tridandi Srimannarayana Ramanuja Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, aims at “Worship Your Own, Respect All” “Serve All Beings As Service To God” This auspicious event that happened at Stetson Hills School, 25475 N Stetson Hills LP, Phoenix was a free of cost event open for one and all.

Goda Ranganatha Kalyanam is celebrated at the end of

Dhanurmasam to mark the marriage of Goda devi, who is Lakshmi Devi’s incarnation, with Lord Sri Krishna in the form of Lord Ranganatha. Goda Kalyanam was the final episode of Goda Devi’s mission where her phenomenal union with Lord was actualized!

Her accomplished mission benefited not only her, but the entire mankind because it defined the right way to live. This ultimately creates a better world for everyone and paves path towards eternal

bliss for the one who follows her path.

The event began at 5 PM with a stunning performance

by Kala Dhwani School of Fine Arts proceeded by Goda Ranganatha Kalyanam.

Later it was followed by a mesmerizing dance performance by JET Prajna Kids, followed by fancy dress competition. At the end of the event, the Maha Prasadam was distributed and the wonderful event concluded at around 8.30 PM.

ACRFAZ Republic Day

Celebrated With Glory On

Jan 27th At Phoenix

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Indo-American Foundation of Arizona Ekta Mandir & Community Center brought the most riveting and breathtaking event of the year, the Indian Republic Day Celebrations for 2018. The crowd was full in cheers and rejoiced as they celebrated this auspicious day with families and fraternity.

For the years that have passed since 1950, our country ‘India’ has catapulted itself into a socio-cultural-economic and political powerhouse which the entire world looks up to. And like every year, this date reckons and 168 preaches the significance of the special bond of our country, and share with our generations ahead.

This day brought in some of the most fascinating and astonishing performances along with sumptuous food and also some extravagant picks from traditional Indian wear right here in Arizona.

The dinner and snacks were brought to you by Amravati Indian Cuisine, that included all delicious cuisines from every part of India. From piping hot masala chai, Samosa, Pani Puri, Chaat, Mirchi Bhajji to the south Indian Dosa, Biryani, Lassi, sweets and WWW.WISHESH.NET | FEBRUARY 2018

more, both in vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices.

The Ethnic Indian attire and accessories were brought to you by Chandler Fashions which included Jewelry from $1 and Kurti’s from $7 in its latest collections from India.

There was something for all age group to enjoy this day.

The celebrations began sharp at 4 pm on Saturday Jan 27th at Indo American Community Center, 2804, W Maryland Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85017. The event highlights included dances, skit, music, songs and many other performances with participation from young kids to elderly. Indians all across joined and gathered to celebrate and cherish the biggest day in the Modern Indian History to mark the day our constitution came into effect. This Governing Document marked the development of India as an Independent Republic in January of 1950.

All the programs and performances were a tribute to India, our unity in diversity and rich cultural heritage which binds us even though we are thousands of miles away. As a tradition the Indo American Cultural and Religious Foundation had been pivotal in bringing the cultural, religious, social and traditional flavors from India and celebrated the national and regional festivals and events with our true essence.

And we are proud to have had this year’s successful event of Republic Day celebration with its utmost glory and might at Phoenix.

Family Kite Festival

Celebrated On 14th Jan Was A Huge Success The IACRF and sister organizations organized this much awaited Family Kite Festival on the 14th Jan at Estrella Mountain Regional Park, 14805 W Vineyard Ave Good Year, AZ 85338 United States. This event was seen as a celebration to mark the 1st festival of the New Year, Makar Sankranti (also called as

festival of kites). This day is considered in India as “Uttarayan” which marks the start of days when winter begins to turn into summer. Kids, elders and people of all age enjoyed this beautiful event by flying kites in the air. The kites were made available at the event which made it even easier for the people to have fun.

Event also had delicious Uttarayan Food which were specially cooked and served fresh and hot at the venue – Chiki, Fafada, Jalebi, Gota, Khichadi, Shak, Chhas, Hot Tea & variety of other snacks and food items.

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Bourie Spring 2018 Seoul and Tokyo Fashion Week are happening at the same time! The former is one of my absolutely favorite cities for fashion and a brand like Bourie shows exactly why. After a smash debut last season, Eun-hye Jo returned with a sleek, modern, and monochrome collection with her expert tailoring and construction skills on display.

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Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran is an upcoming Indian Hindi film, directed by Abhishek Sharma and produced by Zee Studio, JA Entertainment and KriArj Entertainment. The film is written by Saiwyn Quadras, Sanyuktha Chawla Sheikh and Abhishek Sharma.The film is based on the nuclear bomb test explosions conducted by the Indian Army at Pokhran in 1998. It features John Abraham and Diana Penty in lead role. It is slated to be released on 2 March 2018.Parmanu was earlier slated to release on 8 December, but the makers pushed the date to avoid clashing with Padmaavat.

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Mangal Ho is an upcoming Indian sci-fi comedy film. It is also the second Hindi feature film of Pritish Chakraborty as Writer – Director.

The film will also mark Pritish Chakraborty's debut as an actor in a commercial Hindi film.[1] Mangal Ho is being produced by Ascent Films Pvt Ltd and actor Annu Kapoor is playing the role of an eccentric genius scientist in the film while versatile Sanjay Mishra is essaying the role of a miser Bengali businessman.

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Director Pritish Chakraborty

Cast & Crew

Mangal Ho

Pritish Chakraborty Sanjay Mishra Annu Kapoor

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Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy is an upcoming Indian period film, producing by Ram Charan on Konidela Production Company banner and directed by Surender Reddy. Starring Chiranjeevi, Nayanthara in the lead roles, Jagapati Babu, Kiccha Sudeep,Vijay Sethupathi in crucial important roles.This is 151st film of Chiranjeevi based on the life of freedom fighter from Rayalaseema,Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy.

This film began in Hyderabad on 06 December 2017. The motion poster and title of the film was unveiled on 22 August 2017 on account of Chiranjeevi's birthday.

Regular shoot of the film started on December 6th 2017.

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Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy Director Surender Reddy

Cast & Crew Chiranjeevi Jagapathi Babu Sudeep Nayantara

Produced by Ram Charan

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TholiPrema is an upcoming 2018 Telugu Romantic comedy film. It is set to be directed by debutant Venky Atluri and is being produced by B. V. S. N. Prasad under his banner Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra. It will feature Varun Tej and Raashi Khanna in the lead roles. S. Thaman is the Music Director . The film is scheduled to be released on February 9th 2018

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Padmaavat Analysis :

Padmaavat is one of the finest films in the recent times.

Deepika, Shahid and Ranveer shine in their assignments.

Story : Set during 1540, Padmaavat is all about the Rajput King Rawal Ratan Singh (Shahid Kapoor) and his wife Rani Padmavati (Deepika Padukone). They lead a simple and peaceful life until the dreaded Alauddin Khilji (Ranveer Singh) enters their lives. Padmaavat completely revolves around them and is all about how they stake everythingg in the battle of war and madness. Watch Padmaavat to know about the complete story and what happens finally.

Padmaavat is an epic in every frame which has been carved out well.

The first half of Padmaavat starts off explaining about the major roles after which the film switches into the plot.

The performances along with the epic storytelling makes the first half of Padmaavat worth watching. With enough race, though some of the episodes drop down, the film picks up soon and strikes hard. The interval episodes have been outstanding and the first half of Padmaavat ends with a bang.

The second half of Padmaavat too carries the same mood and is more concentrated on war. Shahid Kapoor's character and role have been kept neutral and make no impact. While Ranveer and Deepika shines completely throughout the second half, Padmaavat is an ultimate mater piece to watch it on large screen. Yes, the film has enough flaws which can be ignored in this epic storytelling process. The climax stands out tall which makes Padmaavat a must watch film.

Final Word: Padmaavat is one of the finest films in the recent times. Deepika, Shahid and Ranveer shine in their assignments.

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Agnyaathavaasi lacks the mark of Trivikram big time however the film can be given a shot for the flawless performance of Pawan Kalyan and the grand production values.

All the lead actors excelled in their assignments.

The first half of Agnyaathavaasi looks pale and poorly written. One expects a strong set of episodes from Trivikram along with some entertaining episodes that went missing completely in Agnyaathavaasi.

The songs have been placed well and they have been shot well across some beautiful locales. The action episodes have been shot well and the interval episodes make a massive impact. On the whole, the first half of Agnyaathavaasi looks decent.

The second half of the film manages to stand tall for twenty minutes but it dips down again as the film proceeds. The songs look decent and the entertainment Story : keeps the audience engaging. Though the major plot has been left deviated, the Agnyaathavaasi is all about focus stands completely on Pawan Kalyan.

Abhishikth Bhargav (Pawan The rest of the episodes how Abhi retains Kalyan) who leads a secret life the business empire have been loosely because of the rivals of his father executed and the climax has been quite Govind Bhargav (Boman Irani). simple. On the whole, the second half of The day arrives after his father Agnyaathavaasi too has been just ok and gets brutally by his opponents misses the mark of Trivikram badly. after which the whole world arrives for the successor of AB Final Word: Group which Govind owns. It is during this time, Govind’s wife Agnyaathavaasi lacks the mark of Indrani (Kusbhoo) sets a deadline Trivikram big time however the film can be of Abhi’s arrival. The rest of given a shot for the flawless performance Agnyaathavaasi is all about the of Pawan Kalyan and the grand production arrival of the Prince in his style values. All the lead actors excelled in their and how he treats his rivals. assignments.

Watch Agnyaathavaasi to know about the complete story.

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Jai Simha Analysis : Jai Simha is quite old fashioned and dragged though it has been laced with interesting commercial elements and emotional drama.

The film is a huge letdown and it will appeal to masses.

Story : Jai Simha is the story of Narasimha (Nandamuri Balakrishna) who fights against the evils in the society. In this process he loses his loved one Gauri (Nayanathara) who happens his childhood friend.

To stay away from her, he gets married to Manga (Hari Priya) and in a shocking move he gives one of his baby to Gauri. The rest of Jai Simha is all about the real problems that led to their separation and how Gauri realises the value of Narasimha. Watch Jai Simha to know about the entire story.

The first half of Jai Simha looks decent with some interesting episodes throughout. The comedy has been old fashioned and the narration of the film looks completely outdated.

Balakrishna carries the entire film with his energy and the songs have been shot well. The interval episode has been interesting and the fight has been shot well. On the whole the first half of Jai Simha has been decent with some interesting episodes.

The second half of Jai Simha has been completely emotional but is a huge misfire. The film lacks logic and the narration has been below the par.

Most of the episodes fail to make any impact across the audience. The songs once again have been decent but the direction has been completely outdated. The climax has been decent thought it has been predictable.

Balakrishna shines with perfection throughout the film. On the whole the second half of Jai Simha falls flat.

Final Word: Jai Simha is quite old fashioned and dragged though it has been laced with interesting commercial elements and emotional drama. The film is a huge letdown and it will appeal to masses.

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Bhaagamathie has a decent first half, but the predictable and deviated second half makes the film dip down completely.

Anushka shines as Chanchala, Bhaagamathie and is the film’s major highlight.

Story : Bhaagamathie is the story of Chanchala IAS (Anushka), a honest officer by profession. She gets appointed as the Personal Secretary to minister Eshwar Prasad (Jayaram) and in a shocking move, she gets trapped

by CBI for an investigation.

She gets investigated in Bhaagamathie bungalow secretly and things change completely as Chanchala turns into Bhaagamathie. The rest of the film is all about the hidden story behind the life of Chanchala.

Watch Bhaagamathie to know about the complete story.

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The first half of Bhaagamathie has been decent and it has a series of horrifying episodes throughout. Anushka shines in the role which has two different layers.

Though the film looks predictable, the narration makes the film look decent.

The flashback episodes create lot of curiosity among the audience. The production values look grand and the entire first half of Bhaagamathie looks decent and impressive. The interval block has been outstanding and Anushka strikes hard with her performance.

The second half of Bhaagamathie takes a surprising turn as it offers nothing new and interesting. The routine political drama makes the film fall flat and the predictable narration dips down the film.

The film turns interesting during the preclimax episodes but most of the much needed logics have been left aside.

The climax looks simple and makes no impact. The last twenty minutes of the film is a huge let down which makes the second half fall short of the expectations.

Final Word: Bhaagamathie has a decent first half, but the predictable and deviated second half makes the film dip down completely. Anushka shines as Chanchala, Bhaagamathie and is the film’s major highlight.

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TEA NEWS Khloe Kardashian

Work it, Khloe Kardashian! The reality star is looking hotter than ever these days, showing off her 40 pound weight loss. Taking to Instagram with a before and after shot, Koko revealed that she’s proud to have shed the ‘chubby’ sister label.

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Mahershala Ali

Born and raised in Hayward, California, Mahershala was raised by his mom to be a Christian. She was an ordained minister, but that wasn’t enough to convince Mahershala it was what he wanted.

‘Nashville’ is BACK and on an all-new network!

After getting cancelled

by ABC, the show has moved to CMT for season 5. Here’s everything you need to know before the Jan.

Ryan Reynolds

The 40-year-old hunk is also nominated for his role in the hilarious superhero movie Deadpool.

Ryan is always so charming and funny at awards shows.

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Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman was a goddess in her silver, beaded dress at the Golden Globes but can we also talk about how much must’ve went into her insane hair and makeup!? Celeb hairstylist Kylee Heath used Leonor Greyl products to get the nominated actress’ perfect curls, which were pulled back into a styled half ponytail.

Blake Lively

Kristofer Buckle did her STUNNING makeup and told us: “The dress was totally the inspiration here. Blake is wearing this gorgeous black and gold patterned dress. When deciding her makeup look, we opted for a deco vibe. We kept the look pretty neutral and coco-colored.

Amy Schumer

Amy Schumer, 35, had jaws dropping during the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards. at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.

Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara, 44, switched up her usual red carpet style for the Golden Globe awards. While we love Sofia’s signature bombshell curls and bold lip and cat eye makeup combo that’s been her award show go-to, this time around, Sofia opted for a sleek hairstyle and neutral makeup.

Coachella

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Dallas attorney Rachel Lindsay, 31, was a stand-out on the premiere of 2017’s The Bachelor and it wasn’t just because of her red gown and matching red lipstick.

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will take place on the weekends of in Indio, California.

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Star Gazing ARIES As Mars, your guardian angel planet, moves into ambitious, responsible, disciplined, success-oriented Capricorn, where he is very much at home on the 6th, you’ll find it easier to take steps up the mountain of your dreams. Your usual modus operandi is to pursue your passions and desires spontaneously and without much forethought. Mars in Capricorn adds practicality and organization to your bold, daring, courageous, pioneering nature.

TAURUS It’s time to plant seeds and decide what you want to create in your 196 career, as the New Moon in Aquarius is in your 10th house. While you do value your physical and emotional comforts above all else, this New Moon triggers the part of you that’s ready to make changes that are long overdue. And you know how you LOVE changes. Just kidding! You know better than anyone else that it takes a lot for you to make changes that disturb your sense of comfort, but when you do, there’s no stopping you – kind of like a steamroller or mack truck.

GEMINI Mars, the planet of passion and action, travels in the relationship arena of your chart. Invest your resources in what you truly believe in. While there may be disagreements and arguments in your most intimate relationships, especially where you or those closest to you are not being responsible for their lives, there is also the opportunity for greater honesty and intimacy if you’re willing to be honest and call it as you see it. If you’ve been wanting to clear the air, this is the time.

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CANCER You are the most vulnerable sign in the zodiac and you hate to rock the boat in your relationships for fear of rejection and abandonment. The key with Saturn retrograde in Cancer is to consciously decide to be your own mother and father and to know that YOU can decide to always be there for your inner child. It’s up to you now whether your inner child feels loved or wounded. Leave the past in the past. It’s important to remember that as Mars, the planet of action, travels in your 7th house.

LEO It’s time to re-create your relationships with the New Moon in Aquarius on the 8th in your partnership house. With Venus, the planet of love and appreciation, also in your 7th house, look at what you most value in your one-on-one connections. You may find that what once attracted you no longer does. Or, on the other hand, you may feel attracted to something or someone brand new. The Sun, your guardian angel planet.

VIRGO Your communication mellows, oh critic of the Universe, when Mercury, your guardian angel planet, flows into Pisces, your opposite sign, on the 16th. Rather than analyzing every last detail, it’s time to trust and go with the flow, especially in your relationships, as Venus, the planet of love, also cycles into Pisces and your relationship house on the 26th. The Virgo/Pisces polarity becomes even more apparent at the Virgo Full Moon on the 23rd. Full Moons are about striking the balance between opposites.

LIBRA You’ll feel a breath of fresh air as Venus, your guardian angel planet, leaves reserved, serious, conventional Capricorn and cycles into unique, ingenious, one-of-a-kind Aquarius on the 2nd.

All your kooky, eclectic friends come out of the woodwork now and you love it, as they mirror that part of you that wants to challenge convention. On the 1st, Jupiter the planet of growth and expansion, which has been in your sign since Sept. 24, 2017, will begin its 4 month retrograde cycle.

SCORPIO Scorpion, snake or eagle – it’s your choice, dear Scorpio, how you express your power and magic.

Mars, your guardian angel planet, cycles into organized, responsible Capricorn on the 6th.

The pragmatic, earthy energy of Capricorn, combined with your focused intensity, can create anything. With the Sun in Aquarius in the house of emotional foundation until the 18th.

SAGITTARIUS With Jupiter, your guardian angel planet coming to a screeching halt and beginning its 4 month retrograde cycle on the 1st, you may wonder why your usual exuberance and enthusiasm is down to a trickle.

Most of the time, it’s easy for you to see the glass as half full because you know there is meaning and purpose in everything, but the message now for you from the Universe is to dig deeper inside as you seek to understand what your life is all about.

CAPRICORN Lead, follow or get out of my way could be your mantra now, as Mars, the planet of drive and initiative, reports for duty in your sign on the 6th, which he only does every 2 years. As the initiating earth sign, you are usually full of get up and go to climb your mountain of success, but now you are literally unstoppable. When Mars is in your sign, it’s time to become one with your passion. Nothing less will do.

AQUARIUS This is your month to shine, oh lover of brotherhood and humanity – the time every year when you begin your journey of life all over again. Take time to love and appreciate you for a change, before you go out and enhance the quality of life for everyone else with Venus, the planet of love, entering your sign on the 2nd. Appreciate your unique way of looking at the world and your desires to make changes that benefit all.

PISCES You may not be clear which ocean you’re swimming in as Jupiter, one of your guardian angel planets, begins its 4th month retrograde cycle on the 1st. Normally, you are reflective and introspective by nature, but you may really feel like nesting and cocooning as you allow yourself to let go of the whole last year before your birthday. You’ll feel more at home in your skin, as the Sun returns to your sign on the 18th.

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Z Skills Interchange 37-11 74th St. Suite 203, Jackson heights Ny 11372 Ph: 718-557-9846 Email: zskillinterchange@ gmail.com ................................

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Jacob 828 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY, United States Ph: 5164557450 ..................................

Jimmy Singh 209 Central Ave, Bethpage, NY, United States Ph:3479932000 ...................................

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New Year Eve - Family Celebration Mirchi Restaurant, 1655 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 Ph: 732 757 0655 ..................................

Holiday Celebration & Cultural night Royal Alberts Palace, 1050 King Georges Post Road, Edison, NJ 08863 Ph: 1-512-788-5300 Organizers:Federation of Telugu Associations USA ..................................

Astrologers

Lady Astrologer Begum Jasmin Ji 7801 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX, USA, 78752 Ph: 404-869-2036 ..................................

Expert Black Magic Removal & Ex Girl And Boy Love Attraction Specialist From India Sairam Guruji 1430 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, NY, United States, 11226 Ph: 929-322-2737 ..................................

Pandit Murali Varma Astrologer 106-14 Liberty Ave, Richmond Hill, NY 11417, United States, 11417.

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Shiva Indian Astrologer & Spiritual Healer United States, 33309 Ph: 347-657-9757 Email: Indianshiva32@ gmail.com ..................................

Famous Astrologer Priti Joshi 98 Madison St, Iselin, NJ 08830, United States, 08830 Ph: 973-987-6836 ..................................

Desi Beats Entertainment Roselle Park, NJ, United States, 07204 Ph: 908-224-1322 Email: desibeatsentertainment@ gmail.com ..................................

Dushyant Trivedi Vedic Astrology 7801 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752, USA, 78752 Ph: 404-348-4836 Email: trivedi_dushyant@ rediffmail.com ..................................

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Kids World Learning Center 2051 N. Arizona Ave #101, Chandler, AZ 85225 Ph: 480-855-4000 200 Email:vennila@cox.net ...................................

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Ph: 602 942 4224 ...................................

Party Universe Contact: Raj Sullhan 4939 W. Ray Road

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South Indian Vegetarian Food 5423 W Geronimo St, Chandler AZ 85226.

Ph: 480-496-9090 ...................................

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NAACH DANCING Contact Person: Shikha Rathi Ph: 480-280-5125 Email: naachdancing@ yahoo.com ...................................

Padma School of Odissi Dance Ph: 480-309-9925 Email:rajulramkumar@ yahoo.com ...................................

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Sanskaar Nritya Dance Academy Ph: 480-707-9001 www. gauribhobesardesai. webs.com ..................................

Silambam Contact : Srimathy Mohan Ph: 602-971-4357 Email: srimathymohan@ yahoo.com NAACH DANCING Contact Person: Shikha Rathi Ph: 480-280-5125 Email: naachdancing@ yahoo.com ..................................

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Yellow Pages Accounting & Taxes

Aashish Parekh, CTP MBA EA 4425 E. Agave Rd., Bldg 4, Ste 117(NE of 44th St and Ray Rd), Phoenix,AZ 85044 Ph: 480-829-0020 Email: info@ certifiedtaxpro.com ................................

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FacTS: Finex Accounting and Tax Services 1403 W. Orchid Ln., Suite D (NE side of Ray and Dobson) Chandler AZ 85224 Ph: 480-221-8076. ..................................

Greg A. Patel, CPA Patel & Ruben, PLLC 2390 W. Ray Rd. Ste 4 Chandler, AZ 85224 Ph:(480) 917-0918 Email: greg@ patelrubencpa.com ..................................

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Hirsch & Shah CPA’’s LLC 4527 N.16TH St, #101, Phoenix,AZ-85016 Ph: 602-277-5255 ..................................

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Shital B. Sheth, CPA 3928 E. Half Hitch Place Phoenix, AZ 85050 Ph:602-350-1629 Email: sheetalpcpa@ gmail.com ...................................

SRI Tax Services Ph: 480-282-8533 Info@sritaxaz.com ..................................

Consultant - Vastu Science and Feng Shui Name: Dhaval Parekh Aashish Parekh, CTP MBA EA 4425 E. Agave Rd., Bldg 4, Ste 117(NE of 44th St and Ray Rd), Phoenix,AZ 85044 Ph: 480-829-0020 Email: info@ certifiedtaxpro.com .................................

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FacTS: Finex Accounting and Tax Services 1403 W. Orchid Ln., Suite D (NE side of Ray and Dobson) Chandler AZ 85224 Ph: 480-221-8076. ..................................

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SRI Tax Services Ph: 480-282-8533 Info@sritaxaz.com ..................................

Consultant - Vastu Science and Feng Shui Name: Dhaval Parekh Ph: 480.544.4695 Email:parekh_dhaval@ rediffmail.com ..................................

Astrology & Vastu

Horoscope / Kundli Contact: Sanjay Ph: 602-971 4780 Email: horoscope@cox. net ..................................

Rajesh Khanna Ph: 602-774-4159 ..................................

Shastri Kanhiyalal Dave Ph: 480-636-7574 ..................................

Vedanga Astrology Contact: Latha Sridharan Ph: 408-834-8540 Email: vedanga. astrology@gmail.com ..................................

Vedic Astrologer Contact: Jeff Harman Ph: (520) 743-1054 Email: jeff@jeffharman. com

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A1 Certified ART teacher +Mehendi Artist Ph: 623-583-0055 ..................................

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Bollywood Salon & Spa Ph: 602-502-8073 ..................................

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Bridal Mehndi Ph: 602-628-4066 ..................................

Hair and make-up artistry 7th Ave/ Indian School near downtown Phx. Ph: (623)521-5934 ..................................

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