Vol. IV Issue 5 by Bandra Buzz newspaper

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Bandra Girls Win Badminton National Championship In India Sports has always been a highlight in Bandra; as Bandra is known to produce some of the top sportsmen and sportswomen who have gone on to represent both state and country at different levels. Bandra’s very own Deanne Rodrigues and Neesha Springett are no different when it comes to proving this fact. Deanne and Neesha recently won ‘The Yes Bank 37th Veterans National Badminton Championship’ held in Mumbai from February 19th to 24th, 2013. The team will now be representing India at the World Senior Badminton Championship at Ankara, Turkey on September 9-14th, 2013. A parishioner from St. Peter’s Parish, Deanne Rodrigues has been playing badminton at club level for a few years now and all the hard work and

dedication to the game has finally paid of. She is often seen practicing and playing at the Bandra Gymkhana Badminton courts and it’s been a sport which has always been her passion and looks forward to playing each and every day after a hard days work. When asked about her success, here’s what Deanne had to say, “Badminton is a great stress buster, it’s been my constant and helped stay healthy and energised. It was early this year when friends prompted me to participate in the All India Nationals for seniors in the 3540 years age group and I thought there’s nothing to lose so why not? I had a torn cartilage for which I had to be operated upon in December 2012 and to win the Nationals within 2 months is a super feeling. I thank and praise God for all mercies as I gear up to represent India

Nisha Springett (left) and Deanne Rodrigues (right)

in Turkey.” At the Championship, Deanne played and won against teams from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Chandigarh, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh to name a few. In the process she bagged 2 titles: 1. Winner of the 35+ Women Doubles with Neesha Springett 2. Runners up of the 35+ Mixed Doubles with Vilas Kuvale The Yes Bank website proudly dis-

plays this achievement in the following words - Deanne has only ever competed for her club and this National tournament was her 2nd ever tournament...and she walks away with 2 trophies...Hidden talent in Mumbai. We Hope they make our Country & Bandra proud as both Deanne and Neesha represent India at Turkey for the World Senior Badminton Championship and we wish them all the very best. Dujon Fernandes

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02 May 2013

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LOCAL NEWS

Congress (I) starts major repair & renovation work at 40 sites across Bandra Under the guidance of MP Priya Dutt, MLA Baba Siddique has sought the help of local Municipal Councillors: Tanveer Patel, Karen D’Mello & Asif Zakaria; along with Area Co-ordinator Haji Sajid Mohd. Saheb, to start some major repair & renovation of sewage lines, drain pipes, public toilets, stairways and open passages at around 40 sites across Bandra. To listen to him speak about this, please visit: bandrabuzz.com/baba-siddiqui.html These civic initiatives are being carried out from MLA Baba Siddique’s Repair Fund. The Repair & Renovation work was kick-started at Banderwadi – where 8 public toilets were renovated and ‘sabbad laddi’ was laid in the open passages around them. At the slaughter house compound 12 toilets were repaired & renovated. Speaking on the occasion, MLA Baba Siddique said that the Congress was genuinely concerned

about the well being of the people - the development of Bandra in particular & India in general. This repair & renovation work will beneﬁt the poor & middle-class, irrespective of caste & creed. He speciﬁcally praised the Area Co-ordinator Haji Sjid Mohd. Saheb (Block President 39) for his tireless efforts of locating places where repair work was needed and then personally supervising the work in ward 97, along with Municipal Councillor Tanveer Patel. Then, Baba Siddique inaugurated the repair work on 3 toilets at Kokar Mansion, near Bori Masjid; where checkered tiles were laid in the open passages. This was followed by an inauguration of the repairs of 12 toilets at Madam Wadi (opposite Jamat Khana), 6 toilets at Anup Chandra Chawl & Patel House (at D’Monte Street) where residents are mainly Maharashtian, 10 toilets at different areas in Nar-

Inauguration of repairs of 3 toilets, drain pipe & beautiﬁcation of the passage around Kokar Mansion, near Bori Masjid by MLA Baba Siddique

gis Dutt Nagar – and BMC Chawl # Market), Jeera Gully (S.V. Road), 4, 5, 6 & 8. Other Renovation & Re- Transit Camp # 4, 29, 30 & 31 and pair inaugurations took place al- toilet areas near the Mosque at most on a daily basis at Momin Bandra ReclamaWadi, Khwaja Building, Badam tion. Bandra Wadi, Priya Darshan Chawl, Bazaar will soon Chandu Chawl, Bhadkar Chawl, have pure blocks. Crystal Chawl, Pitalwala Chawl, Hazare Bhawan, Shashtri Nagar, Kameshwari Chawl (all in the Coordinator Bazaar Road Area). Other areas inHaji Sajid clude Fatima Manzil (near BMC Mohd. Sahab

Nargis Dutt Memorial Charitable Trust organizes free computer classes The Nargis Dutt Memorial Charitable Trust, along with Budhelia Foundation & Rajiv Gandi Infotech Education Project has organized a free 1 month Computer Training Programme at Bandra Urdu High School, next to the Jama Masjid. These Computer Classes are for those who are 12 years or older – and includes all communities. This is a continuation of what has been going on for over 7 years. While inaugurating the Computer Training Programme, MP Priya Dutt told the audience that today’s world is ultra modern – and computers knowledge is extremely important in today’s competitive lifestyle. She added that computer literate people are more employable – and they can easily support their families. This will create a stronger nation. Then, she went one step further with an amazing incentive. She told the audience ally congratulate each student who their morale. that she would return at the end of completes the course. She would Ms Shabeena Shaikh (one of the the computer course – and person- give them each a certiﬁcate to boost two teachers) tells us that here they

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India Salsa Champion). Every Sunday @Temperance, Rizvi Complex, Pali Hill, Bandra. Time: 08:30 pm to 10:30 pm. Entry: 200/- (RSVP only) Contact: 9930996623 | 9769784611 | 9819684891 or email: info@madmaxdance.com / madan@madmaxdance.com / madmaxdance@gmail.com Website: www.madmaxdance.com Dujon Fernandes

04 May 2013

Bandra Buzz

Beyond Belief Dear Reader, With May , we have sunny skies, clear weather & school holidays that make the right conditions to enjoy memorable moments at picnics & parties. This is THE Time to enjoy the great outdoors. Bandra has her fair share of parks & promenades (Reclamation, Bandstand & Carter) that have the perfect settings for relaxation of body, mind & soul. Just look around – and watch how young & old alike use these unique civic facilities for free. Early mornings & late evenings are prime time – and helps rejuvenate you like no other. This is natural destress at its very best. The scenic sunrise & sunsets at Bandra’s seafronts is a bonus. In Bandra, a lot has happened in the past month, beyond belief. Politicians have kick-started their election campaigns, with an energy never seen before. If your area has any pending civic issues to be resolved, this is THE time to garner support from your area – and then contact your local councillor. If it is feasible, the work will be done quickly – to add to the list of ‘goodies’ given to people. This will be highlighted at election time – to garner votes. Road resurfacing, drains, foot paths, legalising religious structures, tree-planting, garbage disposal, trafﬁc signals, the hawker menace, security cameras… If all this activity leads to a

better Bandra, great! Steven’s shocking gruesome death at just 20 years, Bandra Bandh, rising crime: day light robbery of cars, bikes – and yes, even helmets; risky rickshaw rides, children, females & the elderly are vulnerable to be the next target of goondas that roam freely, Acid Attacks, Property Tax Protests… and now LBT (local body tax), unscrupulous builders breaking BMC laws, drugs easily available… the list goes on & on. As always, BandraBuzz is your very own local platform to raise your issues and inform others about news that matters. Use us to spread awareness and create a better Bandra. Your favourite community newspaper will always stand for the truth – unbiased and free from any pressure. Use it to showcase talent in every area. Do contact me: editor@bandrabuzz.com Bandra is a very happening place, your interaction will make good things happen. Meanwhile, make the most of your holidays – enjoy and return rejuvenated to face life with renewed vigor. Bandra needs more healthy & active people, like you. Regards, Merck D’Silva Editor-In-Chief

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Letters to the Editor JAIN MANDIR ROAD REPAIRED IN COAL TAR

After the article, ‘Janta Durbar At Jain Mandir Road’ appeared in the April 2013 issue of BandraBuzz; our Jain Mandir Road got immediately repaired in coal tar – thanks to the efforts of MLC Ashishji & the initiative of BandraBuzz – our favourite local community newspaper. The Pure Block has many disadvantages. During the monsoon, water gets accumulated, resulting in slippery roads that result in people falling down. Also, this is a breeding ground for mosquitoes causing health hazards. Sometimes, pure blocks are removed by anti-social elements or drug addicts; resulting in random holes. This causes accidents to everybody – tripping, spraining and falling with serious injuries. Often, pure blocks are used as weapons during ﬁghts. Recently, at National Library Road, a drunken man was hit on his head using a pure block. He was rushed to Bhabha Hospital, where he got seven stitches – and was lucky to survive. Apart from this, if any road repair work is done, because of utilities like electricity, phone or gas pipe line – once the pure blocks are removed; there is great difﬁculty in placing them back as done originally. This results in an uneven road – like you see in many places of Bandra. Roshan D’Souza After BandraBuzz published the enlightening article, ‘Janta Durbar At Jain Mandir Road in the April 2013 issue, pressure was put by MLC Ashishji and locals from the Jain Mandir-Bazaar Road area on the local Municipal Councillor Tanveer Patel. He then swung into action – and got the entire Jain Mandir Road surface repaired in coal tar. This was done in just 3 days. We are local residents of Jain Mandir Road – and we know that this road is generally used by very heavy vehicles. So, if this road

would have had pure blocks (which comparatively cost cheaper) the blocks would have got dislocated & cracked apart. Also, pure blocks increase the road level – and many shops & houses would get ﬂooded during the monsoon. Hats off to BandraBuzz for spreading local awareness – and giving us correct unbiased news of our wonderful suburb – Bandra. Bablo Dalvi & Yadnesh Aher ........................................................

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The way Steven's body was found at the railway tracks ,doesn't look like its an accident ...his body had several internal wounds plus externals wounds ... May all those who are involved in this murder,shud not go Scott free at ALL...May God give his mother the strength to carry on ...Steven was the only child & hope for his mother to live, after his father had passed away ....Now she is left alone ....My heartfelt condolences to this mother ....R.I.P Steven ! Ida Amara Lobo Truly hope they ﬁnd the ruthless culprits. Its good to see so much of unity amongst the folks on chapel road for this guy. RIP Steven! May god give your mother strength to bear this loss. Meshell Dsouza

CORRECTIONS

We would like to conﬁrm that the letter ‘Chimbai Changing’, sent by Leena Dharmai is NOT the person ‘Leena Raymond Dharmai’ residing at Chimbai Road, near St. Andrews Church, Bandra. This has been brought to our notice – and we apologize for any misunderstanding that may have been caused. Please do not contact or question here regarding the issues in this letter. Direct your queries on this issue: editor@bandrabuzz.com

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BANDRA CHICKS DON’T SWEAT

Bandra Buzz about not getting tanned or sunburned. It’s about protecting your skin from harsh UV rays of the sun. It could be the thing that saves you from skin cancer – and those wrinkles too (non of us Bandra peeps want those!) 2. Embrace your Inner Bandra Aunty, open that Parasol: While we Bandra Chicks must be Chic at all times, the afternoon is a very good time to be like your aunty. Bring out the umbrellas, use them regularly. If you must be trendy (and yes you must try) use a funky colored ‘brella instead of the boring black ones. Bandra boys, use them umbrellas too. Quote David Beckham’s metrosexuality if you’re given grief. If DB can do it, you can too.

We’re currently bang in the middle of a sweltering summer – and if the monsoons 3. Perspiration is good for your body, but not last year are any indication, then we have for your neighbours: While perspiration at least a month more to go of this weather! cools you down (and hence it’s really good that we sweat), it’s important not to reek of Here are 5 easy things you can do to ensure BO! And let’s face it, we’ve smelled our fair the summer doesn’t take its toll on you: share of those people, haven’t we? Carry a spare blouse/t-shirt/shirt with you to work 1. Apply sunscreen: Yeah, we’ve all heard and also a small bottle of body wash & a the sunscreen song. We all know how im- hand towel. You can then lightly refresh portant it is to use sunscreen – but how yourself by washing your underarms with many of us are actually using it regularly? the body wash and then changing your top. I did a quick non-scientific poll of my close I know this is a smelly topic, but if you’re friends. Apparently only one in the ten I ‘that person’, someone’s got to tell you. PS: asked uses sunscreen – and that too not Guys and girls, this is also a great time to daily. That’s literally a zero percent from get waxed. Excess body hair never looked my Bandra control group of ten. Shame on good on anyone. us. For those of us (read ALL of us) who 4. Reorganise your closet: Get those cottons need to be reminded: Sunscreen isn’t just out! Get your sandals out! Clutter is never

May 2013

good, so it’ll help you feel better too! We’re blessed to be able to buy cotton clothes relatively cheap in our country, so make sure you make full vasool of your clothes. I’ve made a special pile of 100% cottons to make sure anything I just pull and wear without thinking is completely cotton. Also try wearing lighter colored clothes – this is a tough one for me (I’m eerily drawn to black clothes) but I’m trying. Shoes are important too, try keeping the socks & sneakers to a minimum and opting for sandals/open shoes as often as you can. 5. Go to the Gym & have a drink. Or go anywhere, but make sure you drink lots of water! Your body needs to be rehydrated. The more you sweat, the more you need to drink water. Since I was never one to count how many glasses of water I drink in a day (seriously, who remembers these things?!) I’ve instead perfected a system where I hog my one litre drinking bottle to myself. I drink it completely and make sure I drink at least another two full bottles by refilling & emptying. PS: Regardless of the heading of this point, try stay clear from alcohol (& coffee too). They actually dehydrate you rather than helping. Order a juice at the gym. Remember at all times: Bandra people look hot but we don’t sweat!

Melody Laila

Does 'Mother India' need a 'Mother's day'? They say that the essence of every woman comes from being a mother. Those who already are and those who are not, at some point every woman plays the role of a mother in some way or the other. But this May 12, Mothers Day is not only a tribute to conventional mothers but to the lesser celebrated ones too. At our last meeting, my Bandra Buzz friend and I were fondly remembering ''the mothers'' who had lost their children in accidents, natural and forceful disasters. There never will be a 'mothers day' for them. ''They say life goes on but in my eyes there maybe no tragedy greater than 'out living' your own child.'' Also this week, I think of ''''the mothers'' who have to bid a reluctant good bye to their loved ones who are leaving for the war front. With an uncertainty whether they will ever make it back home; they have tied their entire life to a thin thread of hope. We can't even imagine the sleepless nights those moms go through. On this day, we need to look with admiration towards 'mother like figures' of our last generation; nuns who selflessly serve in hospices, women who are single handed taking care of a big family without any fi-

nancial support, those who are nursing strangers or mothering someone else's abandoned parents. The serene face of 'Mother Theresa' comes before me, a lady who was an inspiring institution of her own. Though in India the concept of 'Mothers day' has caught on recently, the west is not that alien to it. It's the day in the West where grown up kids who have not seen their parents since Christmas, grace their mother with a call or a visit. I do not judge the western living module but it does make me wonder how different both cultures are. My acquaintances living there(the non Indian ones) plan months in advance to go to their mothers house for a visit, like a 60th birthday or a thanks giving weekend. For weeks their widowed mothers probably stare at their calendars striking off each date till the next happy occasion. That's precisely why I wonder if we Indians, really need a day to celebrate the lady we have pedestalled for centuries? Even if geographically away, Indian parents talk to their children or get visited far more often than any of their western counterparts. Out there, you will seldom hear of a

grown man putting his head on his mothers lap or licking dal off her soft hands. But it's hardly surprising here as no other culture in the world celebrates a mother in so many forms. Kali, Durga, Laxmi, Jai Ambe, Mother Mary, the concept of mother is as entwined in our system as trees are to mother earth. We even have festivals dedicated to each of these mothers. All our 'Mother Gods' signify compassion, strength, endurance, wealth and prosperity, and what can be more 'Mothers day' than this? Of course there are exceptions every where and this is just a generalization and in India too we have heard of several cases of battered mothers leading a solitary existence. But one can hope that this is in the minority. As Mitch Albom in his best seller One more day wisely quoted... ''Behind all your stories is always your mother's story. Because hers is where yours begin.” Kainaz Jussawalla

BANDRA DAIRIES I spent a better part of the month away from Bandra, in Vancouver. There’s always an excitement about visiting different places, taking in fresh sights and adapting to new cultures; but there is also a sense of insecurity of leaving a place of comfort, a home where you belong. There was one thing I was looking forward to, meeting a dear friend from Bandra who moved to Canada. In fact, it was because of him that I found my love for Bandra! And even with the distance, the time away from his place of birth, he was every bit Bandra. It immediately got me thinking, you are where you come from, you are the people you grow up with and the place you’ve called home for the longest time. Even though you might go where life takes you, meet new people who become your close associates, the foundation of your growing up years stays with you forever. I think this is where I found the Bandra in him. In a foreign environment, you look for familiarity, something that connects you to where you came from. Though you prepare yourself for a fresh outlook, there is a part of you that seeks that little hope that’ll make you feel at home. And this is what my friend was for me. Though the trip was just for a couple of weeks, the beautiful British Columbia awakened all my senses, yet a piece of my heart was left behind in Bandra. And on my return I realized I find calm in the chaos, I revel in the noise, the polluted air lets me breathe clear air into my thoughts, the multitude of people make me feel at home. The countless hours of waiting at traffic signals, the pesky beggars, the bargaining with over priced food vendors, the bumpy rickshaw ride; it is all quite surreal when you look at it from an outsider’s point of view. It is all a matter of perspective, what annoys you one day can become your need on another. The little joys of life exist in accepting where you belong, and ensuring that you play your part in making it better. A place is what people make of it, whether you grew up there or life brought you to it. Each time you pack your baggage, you pack of bit of the place with you, a life that got you where you are, a memory that will stay with you wherever you go. Miles away from home, from family, this is what my friend has kept with him; every day he takes out a bit of Bandra from his luggage and shares it with his new world; bit by bit, piece by piece.

Bharat Gupta

06 May 2013

Bandra Buzz

LIFESTYLE

A PARTY OF PRINTS This season there's a party and its not on dots. your neighbour's terrace! Clothes are going Birds, robots, cupcakes, moustaches - it crazy this summer with fun printed fabrics doesn't get more random. What it does do is much more evolved than those familiar polka breathe a little fun into your wardrobe. It doesn't have to be in bright neon colours to attract attention, it can be as less as a scarf tied to your sling bag or a crisp shirt tucked into your denims. Do away with those boring stripes and checkered tops and make way for owls and birds of different feathers, ditch those an-

cient florals for bows and butterflies in time to hang up those prints! shades of different corals. Shelve all those animal prints you own Francesca Mascarenhas for this season and replace them with fun Pic courtesy: Brendan Dias prints of feathers and fishes. Printed attire need not be for the fairer gender alone, just be wise to choose sporty icons or action figures but please be age appropriate. So hurry and get on board with this party coz you never know when it will be

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good all day. I find it specifically useful when am travelling by bus or train and surrounded by bad body odour from others, I use it as a freshener and spray discreetly all around me so I can breathe through my nose instead of holding my breath through the journey. Eva, garnier, Ponds, Nivea. Impulse, all hold up quite well.

9) Book me for this Best value for money in a 18 degree Celsius environment! Advantages of visiting a book store: You can go to a book shop alone, read anything you want free of cost over a basic coffee or just sit there all day on the stools provided at every aisle, and browse through various topics without being harassed by store sales men. Crosswords, Turner road and Tidal waves, opp Durello convent are the stores to check out for this.

Lets face it, the heat stinks! Some fortunate ones can get out of the city and avoid the Mumbai summer blush but most just have to cope with what's there around us. Fortunately Bandra always has things to do for adults and kids who need a break from the scorching sun to enjoy vacation time and incorporate it in their daily life. So besides putting on your dark glasses and hats, these are some of the things you can do...... 1) Movie time... Watching a flick, in a cool movie hall, you won't have to put up with the fuming sun for at least two hours of the day. Star trek U/A, Chotta bheem , Gippi, are some fun films you can catch with the family this month. 2) Mall it out Yes we need a good mall in Bandra, unfortunately space being a constraint we have to make do with Shoppers Stop and Globus. But rest assured we can easily spend an afternoon in one of them or both, browsing or simply trying stuff without buying anything if you don't wish to, the hot air wont touch you there.

to pinch the electricity meter so this method is one I found easiest for those who don't have AC' s at their place or want to save up on their bills. • Find an ordinary 20"x20" household box fan • Go to the store and get a 6 pack of bottled water. • Open the caps and add about 2-3 tablespoons of salt (Morton's works best) to each water bottle. • Cap off the modified water bottles and place them in the freezer overnight. • Set the box fan up in your bedroom, on top of a table, preferably. • The next day, take the modified frozen water bottles out of the freezer and place them on a serving tray. • Place the serving tray with the modified frozen water bottles on it in front of the box fan. • Turn on the box fan and stay cool! 4) Easy rides If you MUST travel then auto is definitely the better option to feeling less warm, (as opposed to cabs and busses) don't ask why, those who travel in public transport daily, have informed me that.

5) Spray off A good anti perspirant sprayed every three hours not only helps with your 3) Fans and air conditioners Keeping the AC on at all times is going own sweat but keeps you smelling

6) Cold showers I have a friend who bathes six times a day in the months of April and may. Though that is a bit extreme, thrice a day or atleast twice in the lowest temperature water, seems a good idea.

10) Keep it light (Food and colours) The lesser you eat, cooler you feel. What Bandra needs is a good salad bar. 'Eat around the corner', 30th road, had an excellent one with an 'all 7) Ice packs you can eat salad bar', unfortunately I recently discovered ice packs cut the they stopped that concept and now wrinkles down, close the open skin make us chose from very few options. pores, and also best used after burns and sprains. Though Candies has the full range and For me they are also an answer to bagel shop, subway, etc. do a few salsun burns and a prevention to a likely ads too, an exclusive salad bar is hard heat stroke. Run a few ice cubes on to find. Heading out to Pali market and your face and make an ice pack, on top making your own seems to be the only of your head for atleast twenty mins option left. after you have braved the weather for Lastly, here are some temperatures a long period of time and you will feel this month of may in Indian cities. as good as new. New Delhi : 35 deg Celsius, Ahmedabad : 32 deg, Allahabad: 41 deg, 8)Block it out Chennai : 35 deg Pune: 38 deg, MumIt's so easy to forget this, as there is bai : 31deg. Go on, do the math! never enough time to apply a face Kainaz Jussawalla

WELLNESS

Bandra Buzz

Cool Tools... (Recipes and Face Packs to help you this May) Quick Recipes for the Summer Firstly it's important to know that there are three types of food, the ying, the yang, the neutral.Am listing below a few of them, so you know what your body needs this summer to cool off.......... The Ying foods (Cooling ones) Bamboo shoot, banana, bitter gourd, claim, grapefruit, lettuce, salt, seaweed, star fruit, sugar cane, water chestnut, watermelon, lotus root, cucumber, barley, bean curd, chicken egg white, marjoram, oyster, pear, peppermint, radish, strawberry, tangerine, and yogurt, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, corn, tomatoes, pineapple, turmeric. Yang Foods (Heaty ones) Pepper, cinnamon bark, ginger, soybean oil, red and green pepper, chicken, apricot seed, brown sugar, cherry, chestnut, chives, cinnamon twig, clove, coconut, coffee, coriander, date, dill seed, eel, garlic, grapefruit peel, green onion, guava, ham, leaf mustard, leek, nutmeg, raspberry, rosemary, shrimp, spearmint, sweet basil, tobacco, vinegar, walnut, jackfruit, durian, shallots, spring onion,

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apricots, blackberries, black currant, mangoes, cherry, mandarin orange, grape Summer Salad Surprise (30 mins) Ingredients: • 2 small sweet red or white onions, peeled, cut into 1/4" thick rings and soaked in ice water for 30 minutes if necessary • Raspberry vinaigrette (recipe follows) • 2 bunches young watercress or other peppery green, woody stems discarded • 8 cups chilled seeded watermelon, cut into 1" cubes (use both red and yellow watermelon, if available) • 6 large ripe fresh figs, sliced or quartered • 3 ounces or so drained feta • Garnish: Mint springs Preparation: • Drain onions, pat dry and separate into individual rings and pour vinaigrette over. Marinate onions for at least 30 minutes refrigerated. • On chilled plates, arrange a bed of watercress and top with cubed watermelon. Arrange onions and figs attractively around and drizzle vinaigrette over.

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Place feta on top and garnish with mint square pan and freeze just until firm. Cut in squares and serve on lettuce. leaves. Serve immediately. Yield: 6 to 8 servings Melon dewdrop beverage • Slice up a a honeydew melon or can- Face Packs And now for some face packs that will taloupe into chunks. • Blend until smooth, adding a bit of keep you refreshed: water to thin things out if necessary. Chill your puree before serving for extra Cucumber cool Run a small peeled cucumber and 4-5 cooling benefits. • You could probably make this with wa- almonds through a blender. Add some cold milk to the paste. Result wise: Say termelon too hello to super soft skin with all the internal heat soaked up! Iced Orange Chamomile Tea • Bring 3 1/2 cups of water to a boil, then turn off the burner and submerge Red glow • 4 bags of chamomile tea. Steep for 5- Make a paste out of a juicy apple or a • 7 minutes, then transfer to a pitcher ripe tomato and mix in some honey. and let it cool completely. Add 1/2 cup This is great for oily skin. Result wise: of orange juice to the pitcher and pour Get fresh, minus the tan it into glasses full of ice to serve. Yogurt face pack 1 table spoon of natural yogurt, -1 tea Fruit Salad with a twist. (1 hour) Simple frozen salad uses cream cheese, spoon of honey whipped cream, :and gelatine as a base How to make it: • Make a smooth mixture of one table for fresh fruit spoon of yogurt and one table spoon of Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon water mixed with 1 ta- honey. • Gently apply this concoction on your blespoon lemon juice face and leave it for 15-20 minutes. • 1 teaspoon unflavoured gelatine • Use lukewarm water to rinse it off and • 1 tablespoon confectioner's sugar • 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, find a well hydrated, naturally glowing skin! softened to room temperature • 1/3 cup mayonnaise Mint Pack • 1/3 cup heavy cream Apply a paste of freshly ground green • 1-1/2 cups mixed diced fresh fruit mint all over the face. Leave it on for fifteen minutes and then wash it off. Preparation: • Place water mixture in a custard cup, This pack will absorb the internal heat sprinkle in gelatine and sugar, and set of the skin. in a small pan of simmering water; heat and stir until gelatine dissolves. Beat (For unique health and beauty tips feel cream cheese and mayonnaise until free to contact me at blended and stir in gelatine mixture; kainazatwork@yahoo.com) whip cream to soft peaks and fold in Kainaz Jussawalla along with fruit. Spoon into a 9-inch

problems. Foods with certain nutrients tain skin moisture. can help to overcome this problem and • Protein rich foods: like chicken, eggs, keep your skin radiantly glowing. fish, milk, curds, sprouts etc are respon• Vitamin A rich foods: like carrots, sible for wear and tear of skin cells, mangoes, pumpkin, papaya, tomatoes, keeping the skin texture tight and prewatermelon, spinach, lettuce etc are venting loose skin. great source of beta-carotene which gets converted to active vitamin A in • Zinc rich foods: like grains, legumes, the body which is a skin-saving nutri- mushrooms, spinach, sesame seeds, ent. It maintains healthy skin and re- chicken, pumpkin seeds, nuts etc are pairs skin cells. It also protects the skin help in healing skin wounds and reduce inflammation. from sunlight damage.

• Vitamin C rich foods: like amla, guava, oranges, sweet lime, bell peppers, kiwi etc act as antioxidants by neutralizing skin damaging molecules called free radicals. It helps in collagen production which slows down the skin aging process, sagging and wrinkling of A healthy glowing skin is a depiction the skin. of what kind of food you eat because what you eat is what shows outside. • Vitamin E rich foods: like almonds, The hot-humid weather and work stress walnuts, sunflower seeds, peanuts etc among the young is the simplest way act as skin shields by protecting the to breakout into acne/pimples. To add skin from damage of UV rays. It also on; wrong eating habits like over indul- prevents premature aging of skin and gence in fried , sweet, oily and greasy gives it a nice supple feel. foods, pizzas, burgers etc , lack of • Omega-3 foods: fish (non-vegetaridrinking water, not sleeping enough, ans), flaxseeds, walnuts, soyabean oil being under the sun for long hours etc etc take part in skin repair and help are all factors that aggravate skin build flexible skin membranes which re-

Finally a word on water: water is a miracle drink out nature has provided us with. Our body is made up of 6070% water. Water helps to cleanse the toxins, improve blood circulation and supplies nutrients to all the body cells. This helps to keep your skin fresh, glowing and acne free. So drink as much water as you please to please your skin.

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e’s perhaps got the most exciting job of the season. Think of all those times growing up when you watched a live band performance at a wedding or dance or live music show, and watched the drummer steal the show. Then you’ll know precisely why his job is so exciting and energizing. Meet Bandra’s very own Joshua Vaz who is a drummer for the Extraaa Innings T20 during the IPL season, on Sony LIV. I threw ten questions at him and here’s how he smacked them out of the stadium: 1. I have images of you driving you mum mad beating on a stainless steel handi with a spoon from age 2. So to clarify these images in my head, for how long have you been a drummer? (laughing) Those images are actually correct. But to be honest I learnt piano for twelve years through Trinity College, London. After my HSC exams, when I was about 17 years old, some friends from my building started learning how to play the drums and that got me interested. My dad asked if I’d like to learn and I thought I’d try it out. I need to mention here, that I come from a family of drummers. I’m a third generation drummer. Both my grand dads are drummers. Leslie Godinho, my mum’s dad played the drums on all Mohammed Rafi songs, Francis Vaz, my dad’s dad played the drums for R D Burman, Laxmikant Pyrelal, Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle songs and my dad, Franco Vaz took over, after my grand dad stopped. We are truly a family of drummers, and in hindsight I appreciate the fact that, I was never forced to learn drums. It was not a given, there was no pressure. It was a choice I made. Once I learnt though, I was hooked and switched from the piano, to drums. I haven’t looked back since. When I think about it, while I liked learning the piano I never liked playing it for others, I played for myself. With drums the connection was immediate, I loved it and I wanted to play for others over and over again. 2. How did you get to be a drummer at the IPL studio? Through sheer luck! Last year they had an entire band. This year they were looking for a stand in arrangement for just one day, a fill in really, and after that one day with me, it became my job for the season. Karma, I guess. 3. How distracting are those cheerleaders in the studio? Do you ever miss a beat?

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(laughing) Thank God we have rehearsal no current ones. times! I get my fill during rehearsals and so can fully concentrate, during the show. 7. What’s your prediction for the play offs? Who do you think will win this 4. Who’s your favourite IPL commenta- year? tor? I think that would be Rajasthan Royals, I think it would be Harsha Bhogle, because Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians he is smart, precise, always diplomatic and and Royal Challengers Bangalore. And the never mean. The most entertaining how- winner? RR all the way! ever, is Navjot Singh Sidhu. When he’s around I have to be extremely alert and 8. What do you do when IPL is not in bring on my A game. season? I normally tour with Sonu Nigam, Vishal 5. Which has been your favourite match Shekhar, Mohini Thakur, Raghav Sachar so far? and Shibani Kashyap. The Chris Gayle innings was mind bogglingly good. And the Chennai Super Kings 9. Anything else interesting about you v/s Rajasthan Royals match, in which that you need the girls to know? Shane Watson scored 70 off 30 odd balls, (laughing) My mantra is to work hard and was another absolute favourite for me this party hard. I spend my entire day on the drums practising and then I start partying year. at 10 pm. 6. Have you met any of the players? Sadly no! Since I am in the studio and not 10. What advice would you give to chilthe stadium, I’ve met retired players, but dren who are considering taking up a

similar profession? I would go out on a limb and say that it would normally be, boys who are getting into college who’d consider asking this question, as they think being a drummer is the ideal way to serenade a girl. So, to them I would say, that a drummer is the last to pack up and the first to reach the show, since the set up time is the most compared to other band members, with all the equipment involved. Those girls they are thinking about, ONLY wait the extra time if you are really, really good. So, only take this up if you are serious about it and if you are willing to spend hours and hours practising, not for the wrong reasons. It is hard work. Nalini Sørensen

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Are you counting down, yet? t’s almost like a time bomb in me. I keep looking at the clock and counting down to the next IPL match. Initially, it was only till the next Mumbai Indians match, but as of now, it’s any match. It’s like my night fix, before I can finally retire to bed with a satisfied feeling of an evening well spent. It does not help matters, that I have downloaded the official BCCI app on my mobile and it has a count down clock informing me of how many Hours: Minutes: Seconds, to the next match. So if I’m in doubt or can’t properly estimate how much time to the 4 pm or 8 pm match, I click on my faithful app. The brilliant thing about the IPL is that it’s every Indian’s dream come true. It’s got sacks full of masala at every level and is a win-win satisfier to every Indian. It’s like the best mutton biryani in the world, as you dig deeper, and go past the aromatic rice, you can only get more flavor and of course, the meat, down at the bottom. First there’s the whole Bollywood/ Bigwig business house angle - While SRK has not been as visible this year, as the past years, (after his little “incident” last year) the constant flashes of Juhi Chawla, Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra, Preity Zinta, Mukesh and Nita Ambani, Ness Wadia, Subrata Roy, Sid Mallya.. AND all their very famous friends.. (the list goes on and on) are enough to keep the crowds going. It’s like page 3, in real life. Why wait for hours outside Salman Khan’s house at Bandstand, on a Sunday evening, hoping for him to come and wave for a minute, when you have this? Then come the cheerleaders. And the huge variety of what they are wearing – from saris and ghagras with dandiyas clicking in their hands, to very sexy shorts and tank tops strategically cut out at their waists, to show off their very worked out abs. Something never seen before, in any Indian sport. Something we only read about and saw in the US, actually here at our doorstep! (Or in the stadium, really) Let’s not leave out the very attractive young girl interviewers who don’t know much about the game and ask mostly inane questions, but are forgiven anyway for just adding beauty and pizzazz to the scene. They

also provide the important task of keeping social media sites abuzz with a fresh load of ammunition, till the next match. Most people's FB and twitter feeds would be empty without these darling interviewers. What about those guys in all kinds of colours, shapes and sizes beating drums, blowing bugles, generally screaming and adding to the excitement and noise, in an otherwise “silent” country? They actually deserve a write up just for themselves! Lastly, like that succulent piece of mutton at the very bottom of the big biryani handi, there’s the cricket. We do not have a common religion or language that binds us as Indians, but we have cricket. Our IPL lives up to its reputation of generating adrenaline rushes with super overs, Gayle storms, last ball victories and nail biting finishes, better than any other form of cricket, a game we are crazy about anyway. To add to the drama (like there wasn’t

enough) players are interviewed while they are on the field, playing. You feel like you are there, you want to add on to the things he is saying, just because you know he isn’t 100% concentrating, as he has only half his mind on the questions being asked. He needs the other half for the game in progress. Besides, where else also, could the very healthy rivalry between Mumbai-Delhi, Pune-Mumbai, Chennai-Bengaluru, DelhiPunjab, receive a level playing field, so to speak? If you keep in mind the crores of Rupees these players earn from just one season, depending on your Math skills, you go silent while trying to figure out how many zeros go to the figure they are paid. And if you try to calculate this during a match, again depending on your Math skills, you might miss an important catch or six sixes! Is it worth it? Oh definitely! After all why deprive millions like me of their night

fix? So tune in a little early tonight – get on your feet and shake to ‘Jumping Zapak’ and then shout with me, “Three-Two-One Oh Yes Abhi!” at precisely 8 pm. Make the most of tonight’s IPL drama, and try not to think of the withdrawal symptoms you are going to have to deal with after 26 May 2013. Nalini Sørensen

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10 Fashion changes for women after kids 6. White wash: everybody who knows me will know that white is my favourite colour which now makes guest appearance with the fear of mud, grease, oil, food, and lots more.

After working in the fashion industry for over a decade ofcourse I love dressing up, following trends, reading fashion magazines even if they promote low self esteem, reading on who, wore, what and shopping. But while running errands this morning and dropping the older one for her gym class I realized wow how much have I changed. From a nice pony or blow dry to a bun, a dress replaced by comfy wear like leggings and a lose top that helps running around with the older one and nursing the younger one! Phew, life’s changed even if its temporary.

7. Perfect polish! So I haven’t painted my finger nails for over 4 years since my nail polish always chips and given that I feed the daughter myself, don’t want any of it in her food. 8. Denims vs. Leggings: Thank God for the leggings coming into fashion and screaming comfort. With all the running around and sitting down. Just feels like the leggings work so well vs the denim where you need to be careful. Skinnies is a distant dream for sure.

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Old age is a Curse They say that old age is the ‘curse’. It is the most unwanted phase of the life as in most cases it is burdened with social, psychological, physical and biological problems. As one advances in he age particularly when one crosses 70 years. Some of the aforesaid problems become accentuated and in some cases these result in permanent/partial disability. The ‘independence’ in such cases gradually vanishes, opening the door for ‘dependence’. Such critical phase of life induces “loneliness” as a result of desertion by kith and kin. And yet (although it sounds paradoxical but it is true) that in some such cases, senior citizens do not wish to ‘depart’ for heavenly abode (if there is one). This is basically attributed to the deep-rooted attachment to materialistic things around and also in some cases family ties which may also, include women folk. Strong urge to see the face of a grand child if there is none at the moment, before death. There are numerous cases of ‘desertion’ at an advanced age particularly when the member is suffering from chronic disease/ailment or has permanent/ partial disability. IMPORTANT: The younger generation in most cases is unable to perceive their future at this stage and thus realize that old age is the inevitable cycle of life and when they themselves reach that unwanted phase of life, their children will pay them in same coin. We read a lot of literature on ‘suffering’ in old age. Also, there are good movies on this subject the latest being “Baghbaan”. But unfortunately all these create a momentary or short lived impact and rely on chances which in reality people do not encounter. One distinct disadvantage of present day ‘generation cap’ is invariably degeneration of traditional values of family ties. The due respect for elderly members of the family and ‘tolerance’ which were a part of joint family system take the back seat. Almost all religious scriptures have emphatically ordained to faithfully

serve and respect the elderly members of the family and yet, the elderly members are considered ‘burden’ and thus they are either ‘isolated’ or packed off to ‘Budha Ashram’ (Home for aged). They are kept away from kith and kin and they suffer in silence. There is no one to wipe their tears. Do they deserve this kind of ‘existence’ at the fag end of their life? I have visited a few such ‘Homes for Aged’ and have met some inhabitants who have narrated woeful and pathetic tales about their existence and how they were dumped there. The object of this article is to awaken and provoke the ‘Younger Generation’ and ask them how will they ‘REACT’ if they were placed in the similar situation. This article is not written to evoke ‘sympathy’. Sympathy may have ‘charitable’ characteristics and may not fit into the main objective of voluntary accepting the ‘responsibility’ to faithfully serving and caring the senior members of the family in the sunset of their life. If this realization dawns on this generation, I can assure them they will be earning millions of blessings of their elders which will stand them in good stead. Our scriptures have laid down that ‘one can visualize heaven’ in the lotus feet of mother or father. SUGGESTIONS/ADVICES I am a senior citizen myself (78 years), fortunately for me I am still quite active and fit. For this, I do physical exercises, etc., regularly twice a day. I would like to share this with you for your benefit. Also render some practical advice: 1. First and foremost advice I would like to give is: Do not ever part with your hard earned savings and/or property to children in your lifetime. The emotions that induce parting with savings, etc., had to be kept under strict control. I can cite several cases of senior citizens who had suffered irreparable damage after parting with their savings, etc., whilst they were still alive. Without parting

with your savings, etc., you will be better off and you will get due respect and attention from your siblings, because they are kept guessing as to who will get what share of your wealth. Also, when you make a WILL do not do it in their presence. Do it either at your Advocate’s office or elsewhere. Siblings should not get inkling about it nor their share. Try this and you will see the difference in their attitude and behaviour. (hopefully). This is a famous saying: “A fact kept secret is worth millions, post revelation, it becomes valueless”. 2. Walk but slowly: Both in the morning and evening for about 15 – 30 minutes is the BEST exercise. In this exercise, whole body gets activated and keeps you fit and fresh. Form this as a habit and as far as possible do not MISS this exercise. 3. Physical Exercise Simple exercises twice everyday when every limb of the body gets activated particularly, the back, legs, knees, etc. By doing these exercises, you will be slowing down the process of degeneration of bones. These exercises can be learnt either through knowledgeable friends or you can visit Physiotherapy Dept. of any hospital nearby and learn these exercises within a week’s time and then practice it regularly . I can assure you this is not expensive. 4. Do not fall For God’s sake, whilst walking or elsewhere you have to have extraordinary patience particularly, when you are crossing the road, etc. The mushroom growth of all kinds of vehicles, (autos, motor cycles, cars, etc.) and with their haphazardous speed, sure enough if you are knocked down, you will land in hospital. Despite best of attention in hospital, you may be heading for a permanent/partial disability. At this age operation becomes difficult, if not impossible. My friend who was Commander in Air-India, (died recently) used to say that at this age you cannot get ‘SPARE PARTS’. Therefore, there

is no substitute to have patience whilst crossing the road, etc. You must be reading in newspapers (hit and run cases) almost every day. No one bothers to come to your aid in many cases, even the driver of the vehicle concerned disappears when it is late in the evening. 5. Take your siesta regularly. Now that you have retired ( I am assuming) you must have about 30 to 45 minutes rest after lunch. This will relax your muscles and energize the limbs and prepare you for the evening walk. 6. Dependence: Do not over depend on your family members when you are suffering. You will unnecessarily feel disappointed. Therefore, be on your own as long as you can till end comes. This will be the best ‘Gift’ of God. I have known number of cases (quite a few amongst my close friends) who were bedridden for years due to some problem like arthritis, degeneration of the vital bones of body, etc.. They were heavily dependent on their family or they were dumped in “budhaashram” where ‘God above earth below’ is the kind of living. I have seen number of cases in “budhaashram” who have pathetic tales about their children and other family members. I may repeat what I have said above ‘Do not part with your money/wealth to your siblings as long as you are alive’. Also do not give them any inkling as to what share of your wealth they will be receiving after you are ‘gone’ to heavenly bode (if there is one). In conclusion, I would like to oftrepeated small prayer of Dada Prof. Ram Panjwani. This is with love for all senior citizens. ‘O God enable me to be on my own lest I become dependent on someone else’. Rtn. Bhagwan Bhagchandani Former GM, Crompton Greaves Ltd.

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LOCALS NEWS

MLC Ashish Shelar takes up Holy Cross & Temples Issue across ‘H’ West Ward The Bandra Hindu Association, just off Linking Road; was the venue for a well attended meeting conducted by MLC Adv. Ashishji, regarding the list published by the BMC - about many structures of Holy Crosses & Temples across ‘H’ West Ward. Over 500 eager people wanted to know the status quo of their crosses & temples across Bandra. Sentiments were seen on the faces and in the body language of the alert crowd. When Municipal Councillor Alka Tai invited MLC Adv. Ashishji to speak on the dais; he put it across to the audience that, be it Property Tax, the Society Act – or the BMC List regarding the holy crosses & temples; it was he who always fought for the common man. He elaborated how he had put these matters across to the CM of Maharashtra – and said, “I am secular – and never won an election on religious sentiments”. Elaborating on the BMC List of Religious Structures, he explained the concept of 2 categories – A & B, according to the BMC. Category A are legal structures, that should be – or can be protected. Category B are illegal structures which should be demolished. The parameters for A & B Category are as

follows: Category A: 1. How old is the structure / people’s faith – how do we evaluate this? 2. Positive Police Report of Structure. 3. Positive Report by BMC / MMRD / MHADA about the structure. 4. If the structure is on private land, will the landlord give it an N.O.C.

Here is a Tabulated List of Crosses / Temples / Buddha Mandirs in H-West Ward: ADD cross list TABLE IMAGE HERE – important……… Adv. Ashishji continued that, totally, there are more than 80 religious structures which are in danger of demolition in H ‘West’ Ward – and

Category B: 1. Does the structure create a law & order problem? 2. Does it block vehicular traffic ? 3. Does it oppose any development? 4. Any other dangerous reason that the government points out, that does not permit the structure to be protected.

surprisingly there is ‘No Masjid’ in either A or B Category. How is it so? While on the topic, he said that the Maharashtra Government gave 30 days for suggestions & objections along with evidence submission regarding the cross/temple issue. He requested the government to extend the time to at least 60 days, as documents had to be

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obtained & awareness had to be spread. He added that around 30 crosses may face demolition. These are situated at Chapel Road, Carter Road, Sherly Rajan Road, Chimbai Road, Bazaar Road – one just opposite his house. He told the audience that he would raise this important issue in the Vidhan Parishad – that if slums before 1995 can be legalized (SRP), then all religious structures before 1995 should be exempted from demolition. He therefore requested all present to help get evidence of all religious structures before 1995 – by producing documents, photos, govt. letters, proof of public faith (where any religious prayer service have happened with group gathering), any police complaint or BMC Notice to the structure prior to 1995, N.O.C. from the landlord on private land. Adv. Ashish Shelar said that he would give the concerned trustees / owners all necessary legal forms. They should attach these documents and get it sent to him after a week, when he would have another meeting. He promised the audience that he along with all BJP MLA’s MLC’s & Municipal Councillors would take up the matter with the CM Prithviraj Chavan, Mayor of Mumbai, BMC Commissioner and other concerned authorities. Ashishji concluded that he would try his level best to save the Crosses, Temples & Buddha Mandirs from the demolition squad. Sunil Parab (Adv. Ashish Shelar P.A.)

14 May 2013

Bandra Buzz

SPORTS

Rizvi beat Jhunjhunwala in Thrilling Cricket Final

Rizvi College of Arts / Science / Commerce, Bandra lifted the inaugural Rizvi Champions Trophy, inter-collegiate tournament. This was organized by Mumbai University, under the guidance of the Mumbai Cricket Association.

Batting ﬁrst on a turning pitch, Rizvi College managed to score a small but competitive total of 175 runs. At 144 for 4 in the earlier period of the match, they lost 6 wickets for 31 runs. Thanks to cameos from Pankaj Jaiswal (39 runs) &

Kevin D’Almeida (35 runs); Rizvi could get a total of 175 runs on the score board. For Jhunjhunwala, Jaideep Pardeshi ( 3/21) & Jay Nayak (3/9) did most of the damage. In reply, Jhunjhunwala made a conﬁdent start, but could only manage 161 runs. Off Spinner Ankush Jaiswal (3/39) and Pankaj Jaiswal (2/30) picked 5 wickets between them. In spite of their efforts, Rizvi sealed their victory by a margin of 14 runs – and lifted the ﬁrst inaugural Rizvi Championship Trophy. Rizvi’s Pankaj Jaiswal got the ‘Man Of the Match’ & ‘Man of the Series’ Award. Rizvi’s Akhil Rajput won the ‘Best Batsman’ Award. The ‘Best Bowler’ Award went to Jay Nayak of Jhunjhunwala College. On this auspicious occasion, Dr. A.H. Rizvi (President R.E.S.), Javed Rizvi (Trustee), Principal Dr. Farooqui M.Z. & Sports Director R.D. Sonawane were present. The Principal proposed the vote of thanks. Sir Minaz

Healthy is Happy (A Medical initiative of Bigger Than Life) in association with Tata Memorial Hospital is organizing a blood donation drive for the residents of Bandra. Tata Hospital is the leading cancer institute in India and caters to thousands of patients day in and day out. Many of these are blood cancer patients and the hospital is almost always lagging behind the supplies as the demand is overwhelming. So, here is a chance for all you who want to make a difference. Remember you don’t always have to have a medical degree to save a life! Venue: Sunny Ville, Wing B , Junction of St. Cyril’s & St. John’s road, close to Candies , Opposite to Tony and Guy Salon, Bandra (W) Date: 9th June 2013 Time: 10 am to 5 pm. For more information/details please contact Dr. Komal on 9987050951 or Dr. Amar on 9869740961 or Arvind on 9769436182. PS: Kindly do not consume alcohol before 24 hours of donation.

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SPORTS pril, every year jump-starts the Summer vacations of many students who have accomplished their respective academic years ; but for the children of St Catherine of Sienna, ASHRAY and many street children, mid-April attempts to forge new bonds with one another in the high-spirited atmosphere of competitive sports. This Free Summer Camp started in 2011 as a way to providing free sports to the underprivileged and today it trains and nurtures these destitute children in many unparalleled ways. If you look into the lives of these destitutes who include orphans, street children etc, we frequently see that they lack the basic insight of what it takes to become highly successful in life. This is but natural, owing to the unstable conditions in which they have been brought up. Although some children have parents, they practically lack the time to impart such values to them because they constantly work in meagre conditions. Even yet, these children wear vibrant smiles on their faces and have ambitious dreams but seldom have any productive means to fulfill them. This summer camp initiated since a few years at St. Stanislaus School has fostered in them an idea of team-spirit , brotherhood and spirituality thus steering them off a potentially bad life style. This year from the 15th April through the 30th of April, more than 200 children have actively participated in this Summer Camp which has been wholeheartedly sponsored by many willing benefactors. Inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Errol Fernandes, Fr. Francis Juan and Fr. Conrad, it has been a thriving source of inspiration to all. Sports ranging from football, basketball, athletics, etc. are some of the free opportunities that many underprivileged children can easily benefit from this camp. A routine day starts by whispering a prayer to God and winds up some refreshments especially made for them. Friday, the 26th of April, was a special day as both school and underprivileged children received a crash course in basketball basics, by none other than NBA guru Troy Justice. This wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t any ordinary basketball clinic; Troy having been introduced to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sports For Peaceâ&#x20AC;? dice prior to the workshop, went one step further and introduced it at the clinic. Some of these children who have never had the opportunity to play basketball were holding a basket-ball for the first time and being trained by a basketball pro-Yes! This was certainly a break-through. Ms. Gaelyn Mendonca too, Actress of Nautanki Saala

Bandra Buzz

May 2013

Sports: A Unique Blend of Brotherhood and Service!

NBA pro Troy Justice

fame belted out some Dhak-Dhak moves with the children and seconded Fr. Andrew Rodrigues message on the last day, which stirred the entire gathering urging them to look at life optimistically in totalitarian service to all, along the lines of preserving water, preventing wastage of electricity and more importantly to be good human beings. Moreover, active support rendered by St. Peters parish team, sports coaches and many volunteers has helped making this positive venture a reality. AbMrs. Patricia Furtado, the Chief co-ordinator and Benefactor, along with her team of coaches and professionals

who volunteered- staunchly believes that by organizing such camps for the underprivileged, it helps shape for themselves a better tomorrow which gives a sense of fullness and joy not only to the children but also to each and everyone involved. Having proved to be a tremendous benefit and a humanitarian undertaking to improving the quality of life of numerous impoverished areas, it is in the best interest of all to propagate such ideologies to ensure that everyone lives life to the fullest! Joshua Jonathan Norris

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