HYDERABAD’S LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
VOL 11 | ISSUE 11 | APRIL 2021
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FEATURE
Must do's this Festive Season!
Escape to City's Cozy Corners
Sleepless Ramadan Grandiose
EXCLUSIVE
Beauty Beyond Chemicals
Hyderabad, Heritage & it's Hearsay
On The Cover:
The Bold & Beautiful
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HYDERABAD’S LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
VOL 11 ISSUE 9 FEBRURY 2021
CEO Ansar Ahmed Bilgrami PUBLISHER & EDITOR Esam Ahmed Bilgrami MARKETING HEAD Md. Abdul Rahman MANAGING EDITOR Masooma Fatima COPY EDITOR Jessica David GRAPHIC DESIGNER Mohammed Wasim CONTRIBUTERS Asna Abdul Haq, Umera Riyaz, Bidisha Barik, Srija Reddy PHOTOGRAPHER Erigi Narsing Rao SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPER Anupriya Vazir CIRCULATION HEAD Md. Faheem Siddiqui CLIENT SERVICE EXECUTIVE Thakur Pramod Singh ADMINISTRATION Bhavna Sharma PUBLICATION CONSULTANT Raghurama Raju Kalidindi For Advertisements Call : 040- 42407214 / 8121582682 www.tulipmag.com RNI No. APENG/2010/33719 Edited, Printed, Published & Owned by : Esam Ahmed Bilgrami # 3-5-121/E/1/6/2/A, Ramkote, Street No. 3, Haseen Villa, Hyderabad - 500001, Telangana And Printed at Caxton Offset Pvt. Ltd. 11-5-416/3,Redhills, Lakdikapool, Hyderabad-500004, Telangana Published at Bilgrami Media Publication. # 1-8-308/2/2, Haseen Plaza, Near Modi Ford Showroom, Begumpet, Hyderabad - 500016. All rights reserved. Republishing in whole or part without written permission is prohibitted. All photographs, unless otherwise indicated, are used for illustrative purpose only. Publisher and Executive Editor’s Note: We make every effort to publish the magazine that is informative, entertaining and free of errors. We regret any omissions or inaccuracies, which are entirely unintentional. Please do bring to our notice any article that may be incorrect, or any photograph erroneously published. Also, we would be pleased to include any article or photograph that warrants our attention. We believe in the spirit of this city and its lively people and do hope our content bring only smiles on our reader’s face. As always, your suggestions are welcome.
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CONTENTS On The Cover Shraddha Das
12.LIFESTYLE Over a Cappuccino with Nikul Naidu
14.CUISINE Hyderabad’s Most Prized Possession Biryani
18.SPECIAL The Ramadan Calender Sleepless Ramadan Grandiose in Old City
35.COVER STORY The Bright & Beautiful - Shraddha Das
38.FASHION Not A Child’s Play
38.FEATURE The Art & Science of Folding Cozy Corners for You and Your Book!
45.WELNESS Healthy Living Inheriting the Positive Attitude
50.EXCLUSIVE World Heritage Day 2021 April Fools’ Day
54.BEAUTY Beauty Chemicals
56.FITNESS Fitness a La Mode
58.TRAVEL Fitness a La Mode
EDITOR’S DESK APRIL
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ear Readers, As we come closer to bright summer and sunny skies, here we are with another fabulous edition of our magazine. I would like to thank each and every one for love and support you shower upon us. On the cover we have the gorgeous Shraddha Das in a candid conversation with us, do check out the interview. For our Book lovers we have for you the best places in town to spend quality time with books. In 2021, take on sometime off your busy schedule to see the beauty of nature. In cuisine, for our biryani lovers, we have the best Biryani spots in town for your indulgence. And also the new places to hangout at for all the foodies. In Wellness, we have an interview of Dietitian, who spoke about the guildlines of healthy living. In beauty article, here are some of the best soaps which you would love to have for your skin. Be sure to check out the heritage of our Hyderabad on the occasion of World Heritage Day. Plan your Ramzan from our Ramzan Calender and also get to what people of Hyderabad celebrate the Ramzan in our edition. For all the Praksters, we have some of the best and unique April Fool ideas for you! Read on for the usual gossip and book reviews! Have a great time, and Celebrate Love this month with Us!
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My Froyoland
Have you been craving some frozen yogurt ice-cream but don’t know where to get one from? Well, as usual we’ve got you covered! Gourmet aficionados in Hyderabad can now satisfy their sweet tooth with the healthy, swirly goodness of Frozen yogurt at the newly opened MyFroyoLand outlet in the city! Imagine taking a trip down Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory and creating your own mix of swirly goodness- that is exactly what MyFroyoLand is all about. At MyFroyoLand stores you can customise your cup any way you like. Fill your cup with any mix from their wide variety of flavors that include Cake batter, Chocolate Cupcake, Peach sorbet, Blueberry, Cheesecake etc. Lastly, have your cup weighed and pay by the weight. The best part about these ice creams is that they are pure-vegetarian, low-fat, non-fat, gluten and sugar-free. Head straight to this new place in that city that’s trending on Instagram as it is the place to enjoy a healthy new treat with all your family & friends! Address: Metro Pillar No. 1630, Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills. Contact: 8390 00 9944
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Blue Block Clubs
As the name suggests is a club that’s done up in blues (and also blacks). This new club has North Indian, Chinese, and continental dishes. Although they don’t have a great wine selection, they’ve got an interesting range of cocktails like Fiesty-Fashioned and Fairy Rita. Plus, they’ve got BBC Special cocktails too and we recommend checking out with the bartender on what goes well with the dishes you pick. Dash straight to their Lamb Boti Kebab and Kung Pao Chicken Pot. They’ve also got lots of pizza, pasta, bar snacks, and Indian main-course. Address- Road no 92, Jubilee hills
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The Paw Walk
Novotel Hyderabad Airport hosted the first ever “Paw Walk” for the pet parents and the furry friends at their premises. The event was organized in association with Petting Matters and Wiggles India and was attended by many pet enthusiasts, pet owners, key Socialites and dignitaries. The furry families were treated to a lot of fun activities and enjoyed special treats including Play zone, Games and Toys, Rain dance activities and furrilicious picnic boxes. The evening was full of indulgence with carefree affection and delicious food. The event also focused on raising awareness about Animal Welfare, Adoption & Foster, Animal Rehabilitation and several such noble causes. With a host of pet friendly activities in the great outdoors area of Novotel Hyderabad Airport all the pet parents and four-legged furry friends were seen enjoying the ambience and having a “pawsome” time. Where: Novotel Hyderabad Airport
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FICCI FLO Influential Women Awards
FICCI Ladies Organisation (FICCI) organised its ambitious program ‘FIWA 2021 (FICCI FLO Influential Women Awards) at the UNESCO Heritage site of Chowmahalla palace. FIWA 2021 was the first event to be held at Chowmahalla Palace after the lockdown and unlock phase of the pandemic. FIWA 2021 was presented to 14 iconic women for their outstanding contribution and service. The magnum opus event was scheduled to mark, observe and celebrate the empowered women on the occasion of International Women’s Day. Our awardees today are women who have demonstrated their leadership through their life and work. It is our great privilege to recognise and honour them, said Ms. Usharani Manne, Chairperson of FICCI FLO, Hyderabad Chapter while welcoming the gathering.
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Over a Cappuccino with
Nikul Naidu Marketing Director for Bohemian Soul Art - A furniture company owned by her sister. Apart from love for traveling she loves her work and believes in balancing style, quality and comfort by which she transform homes and offices. What is a typical day like in your life? My waking up is dictated by the assignment I am responsible for, some days I wake up early, and sometimes I work till late in the night. So the typical part of my life is that I don’t have a typical day in my life. What does it take to be successful in the field you excel in? I don’t believe that there a set formula for success. If one wants to be successful in today’s work environment, across the industries, then they would have to constantly keep evolving and be open to change. What do you do in your free time? My free time is actually the most productive time of my life, because it’s dedicated towards helping the species that
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cannot help themselves, and I mean my never ending unconditional love for stray dogs and my passion to find them Forster homes. And btw I learned to love unconditional from them. Which is your favorite place in India and abroad where you would like to travel? Domestically without even a grain of doubt Himachal and Sikkim. However, the lazy bug I am, I have stopped travelling much overseas, given an opportunity I wouldn’t mind visiting any place with mountains. For now, I am happy with India. What inspires and motivates you? I wish I could look beyond my parents and sister for inspiration, these people are enough for me to work and serve the society even if I go to live on for 1000 years. Motivation is the greed to spend what I earn on the next mountain destination. Tell us your relationship with food? I have legal, illegal, married, extra marital, social, antisocial and you name it, all kinds of relationships with food. I do not discriminate when it comes to food, people eat to live, I live to eat can’t say more.
Rapid Fire If you are given a genie and have to make 2 wishes what will you wish? First wish would be to own bed and breakfast in Himachal. Second wish would be to never run out of wishes. Are you a coffee or a tea person? Coffee Food or Gym? What’s gym? Stilettos or Sneakers? Depends on the outfit Your biggest regret? Wish I could spend more time with my dad.
- As told to Masooma Fatima
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THE RAMADAN CALENDER
YOUR MUST DO’S THIS FESTIVE SEASON!
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EAT Suhoor Express
With an aim to make Suhoor easier for new mothers, bachelors, students and people who find it difficult to cook in the wee hours of morning, Suhoor Express was started in the Ramadan of 2017. They deliver fresh home cooked Hyderabadi food at your door step at extremely reasonable prices. Their menu includes mouthwatering combos like the khatti dal, taha hua gosht, khichdi, kheema, khatta etc. Placing an order is as simple as it can get! Go through their menu online, scan the QR code to be directed to the WhatsApp chat where you can fill in your address, contact details and the number of servings you would require and voila! Get your hands on some lip smacking Hyderabadi food without having to wake up early in the morning! Instagram: @suhoorexpress Contact: 7702562093
Toss & Mix
If you have been feeling upset about not being able to enjoy Iftar Parties amidst Covid-19, worry not coz we have you sorted. You can now send Iftar to your loved ones with the help of Toss and Mix. Founded by a psychologist by profession but a food lover at heart, Toss and Mix is sure to become your favorite kitchen this Ramadan! The main aim behind creating this brand is not just to make it convenient for people to work and fast but also to send across delicacies to your loved ones. You can literally surprise your family and friends with an iftar party box sent to their house. The choice of items on the menu includes homemade dahi wadas, gold coins, spring rolls, kebabs, haleem and biryani. They also have cakes and cupcakes specially made and delivered on Eid. Instagram: toss_and_mix Contact: 97032 97897 TULIP - APRIL, 2021 19
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Pista House
The popular recipe of Pista House, haleem came about by a lot of trial and errors. During Ramzan, Pista House serves only haleem and in two versions - vegetarian and mutton. On digging in, you can taste the tender meat, cashew nuts; the occasional flavor of ground pepper and crisp fried onions making it ambrosia worth not missing. Hundreds of kilos of haleem are made every day; naturally, the in-house kitchen and its staff is not enough to deal with so much, therefore, extra cooks are hired to work. There are never, ever any leftovers at the end of service every day. Address: Various outlets spread across all areas of Hyderabad.
Café 555
This 50-year-old Irani cafe is usually crowded but the Ramadan month is when it attracts people from every possible corner of the city. As the clock strikes 6pm, food lovers gather at Cafe 555’s haleem stall awaiting their turn to grab some gooey goodness. In addition to Irani haleem, this cafe makes Special Haleem which has a full goat tongue and topped with chicken 65 and a slice of boiled egg. Like the regular dish, this one too comes with generous portions of ghee, cashew nuts, pistachio, and deep fried onions. Adhering to Covid-19 guidelines, a complete no mask no haleem policy is being ensured at Cafe 555. Address: Road No. 1, Masab tank 20 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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PLAY DRESS UP
Rocket Outfitters
Has it become a dilemma since you became a parent? Whether to shop for the little one or go hang out with your gang? Since the pandemic came along, your child’s everyday clothes going through faster than ever! Our baby astronaut is here to fulfil all your little one’s wardrobe needs! www.rocketoutfitters.com guarantees you reasonable but yet the highest quality of clothes available in the market! This is your one stop for Unisex lounge wear, Girly Frocks, pullovers, sweaters and what not! This Eid let your baby be cool and comfy in our handpicked 100% cotton clothes. Instagram: @rocketoutfitters.in
The Hijab Wardrobe
The Hijab Wardrobe introduces modern, high quality hijabs in India, Specializing in all the latest hijabs such as Chiffon Hijabs, Soft Chiffon Hijabs, Cotton Hijabs, Crinkle Hijabs, Pleated Hijabs, Floral Hijabs and many more at affordable prices. Their hijabs are handpicked to keep you feel comfortable, confident and on trend. They are not just a brand, but a community for all Hijabis. Their best shopping experience, courteous and polite behavior doesn’t stop their customers to shop again. Instagram: @thehijabwardrobe Contact: 9652871700 / 9121155679
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What’s your denition of the purpose of Ramadan? Hoor: The main purpose of Ramadan is to come close to Allah, worship him, seek mercy and refuge. It is the month which purifies Muslims from bad deeds if it’s spent the way it’s commanded. How is this year of Ramadan in quarantine going to be dierent from that of every year? Ruqaiyyah: Although I do want this Pandemic to end and have my freedom back, at the same time, it’s been a rapture to have abundant time for worship in Ramadan. I am working from home which means I don’t have to fight traffic to get home from the office and that saves plenty of time. (Sigh) What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life and diet? Ruqaiyyah: I try hard (haha) to lessen the use of my phone for unimportant things and spend more time worshipping. During Ramadan we already skip lunch, I manage to skip dinner too by just eating at Iftar. I’m not a fan of social gatherings/Iftar parties during Ramadan either and I try to avoid it. What are the dierent cuisines made at home for iftar? Shahzoor: Indian, Indian Chinese & Arabic cuisine
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What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the midRamadan slump? Hoor: The spiritual discipline in the initial days of Ramadan increases the connection with Allah and every night I renew my intentions of performing different acts of worship leading to greater rewards. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has Wbrought to your life? Shahzoor: Ramadan is the prime time for a change in Muslims; internal change in prioritising Islam over the worldly distractions and dedication to worship Allah has been the most positive transformation in me. What do you plan on wearing this Ramadan since the option of buying a new outt seems to be closed? Ruqaiyyah: Eid isn’t about wearing new outfits, rather wearing an outfit which is immaculate to celebrate the end of Ramadan. That being said, thankfully I do have a new spare outfit which I may or may not wear this year. To all those readers - It’s alright to not have a new fashionable outfit as it does not defeat the purpose of Eid-ul-Fitr.
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What’s your denition of the purpose of Ramadan? Zara: My Definition of purpose of Ramadan means a good opportunity to change yourself by having built the patience in you. And by doing loads of good deeds & charity which Benefits Others.” The word RAMADAN means Burning” It was named Ramadan because it burns the sins of the people with good deeds. How is this year of Ramadan in quarantine going to be dierent from that of every year? Wajid: This year of Ramadan in quarantine would definitely be the opposite & totally different from every year of Ramadan in past. All these years it was during the time of Ramadan I use to visit the mosque more frequently to offer prayers. And to offer Tarawih prayers during the night time & spend more time in the mosque. There used to be a lot of iftar parties, hanging out with friends & playing cricket till the time of seheri & going to the old city occasionally to enjoy the real atmosphere of Ramadan with stalls of haleem all over & everyone enjoying the delicious haleem but this year of Ramadan in quarantine all these things would be missed a lot. But I’m excited to have all the Iftars at home with family. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life and diet? Zara: When the Holy month of Ramadan comes it’s natural that daily Routine of life changes completely for a month. I usually avoid watching movies & listening to music. I rather listen to or watch things which bring you knowledge. And hear lots of duas & surahs on youtube and which I get forwards on WhatsApp. Socially I don’t go for any birthday parties or weddings or any social party too. I just prefer going to iftar party as it gets over early too, and I can carry on with my tarawih prayers. During the month of Ramadan, I prefer eating twice a day sehri & iftar. Anything that I have post iftar till sehri is very light basically milk shakes & light munches. What are the dierent cuisines made at home for iftar? Wajid: There are lots of variety made for iftar in my house because everyone has their own likes & cravings for iftar. As I prefer eating haleem & deep fried samosa, chicken spring rolls, bhajiyae , dahi vadae occasionally which are made every day for iftar. I make sure my favourite cuisine is made for me every day for iftar like fresh pineapple & watermelon juice, grilled shredded chicken sandwich or egg sandwich. I prefer having grilled chicken with corn too. What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the mid-Ramadan slump? Zara: I feel it’s the will power which comes from within to be motivated & consistent as the month of Ramadan starts. For the first few days, it’s the transformation of mind, body & soul. But especially when the mid-Ramadan comes it becomes quite easy to fast as it becomes a habit which I had adapted. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Wajid: Every Year of holy Ramadan since I had grown up I had lots of changes in me. Especially I feel in this month of Ramadan it brings inner peace Allah open doors for opportunity, forgiveness, acceptance of prayers & duas. A few years back in the month of Ramadan I learnt to forgive & seek forgiveness and not keeping anything for anyone in my heart. And it made a big difference in my life. I value more about my loved ones especially my mother, wife, kids & my family. What do you plan on wearing this Ramadan since the option of buying a new outt seems to be closed? Wajid: Luckily I have a few pairs of new kurta pajamas that were stitched, bought by my mom & wife last Ramadan for Eid. Which I didn’t get the opportunity to wear as I had already my clothes stitched for Last Eid. So this Ramadan is the perfect time to utilise those clothes for Friday’s, special nights & Eid. TULIP - APRIL, 2021 23
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What is your denition of the purpose of Ramadan? Rubeena: Ramadan is the month of blessings. During this month we ask Allah for forgiveness and our sins are expiated. The essence of Ramadan is in worship. In this holy month, all the bad is contained and the good is multiplied. How is this year’s Ramadan in quarantine going to be dierent from that of every year? Salman: This Ramadan is very special because we are getting to spend more quality time with our family. Quarantine has brought the entire family together, all-male members are embracing their inner chefs. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life and diet? Samya: Screen time definitely goes down. This time around socialising also has come to a halt which would otherwise be bustling with iftar and suhoor gatherings. How much ever we try of course one cannot resist samosas and haleem. What are the dierent cuisines made at home for iftar? Wardah: We love both Indian and Mediterranean cuisine, also we love experimenting with different cuisines adding an Indian touch. 24 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the midRamadan slump? Rubeena: Mid Ramadan slump is a myth. As days keep on passing the excitement also grows as we look forward to Eid and its preparations. So shopping and gatherings are all that keeps us motivated. But due to the lockdown, the social gatherings will be less this time. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Salman: This Ramadan is proving to be a turning point in our lives. Even amidst this pandemic crisis like lock down, fall of the economy, loss of lives, Ramadan is a silver lining which is giving us hope and making us realise things we previously took for granted. What do you plan on wearing this Ramadan since the option of buying a new outt seems to be closed? Samya: For the celebration of Eid, new clothes are not mandatory. It’s about putting on the best outfit you own, the only pre-requisite being cleanliness.
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What’s your definition of the purpose of Ramadan? Gazala: It is one of the five pillars of Islam. Ramadan is a chance provided by the almighty to purify our selves. It makes us self disciplined. It teaches us to acknowledge the bounties showered by the almighty on us. How every individual is equal in the eyes of God. The feeling of starving in the day and discharging all the commandments of the almighty by praying in the night. It is the month in which the Quran was revealed to the prophet.
always decide to open the fast with fruits and healthy options but in vain. This time of the year, 90% of the individuals indulge in the best of cuisine which every restaurant has to offer.
What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the mid-Ramadan slump? Yaser: The onset of Ramadan itself is very energetic. The first 10-15 days get over really fast but the last 10-15 days just squeezes out all the strength some times. There is the excitement of approaching EID Given the change that Ramadan brings to our usual routines, also. For me, I never count how many days have passed by. I, always try how do you plan to: to enjoy and live one day at a time. I am actually a planner but when it -Stay energetic throughout the day/perform your tasks with focus? comes to Ramadan, I never do that. It is just left to GOD. And whenever -Manage your time and balance between your personal, I feel a little low, I make myself busy in many activities which are done professional and spiritual life? in city for the sake of almighty only like feeding the poor, charity, etc. Firasat: The onset of Ramadan itself is very energizing spiritually. The meal which we have at predawn called seher, gives us the energy we What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has need to last throughout the day. Since our day starts long before the brought to your life? sunrise, we can strike the perfect balance between our professional, Aamir: I think the biggest positive change is I have learned the personal and spiritual life. It also teaches us time management which importance of food. I used to waste so much of food before but then also, if followed STRICTLY helps us the right way of living. I usually do I started noticing how less privileged people would make do with not sleep after seher. After seher and our morning prayer, I get going for whatever is available at the time of breaking the fast and it opened my my routine work. It’s been a practice now from last few years to start our eyes. There were days when I used to feel angry because things were offices early and close long before the sunset. not made according to my likes but I am changed person now. I eat whatever has been made and don’t complain much. All in all, every part What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology of ramdan teaches us something in life and if followed correctly, I think usage, social life, and diet? it is the best way of life. Farah: Life in Ramadan becomes extensively busy. We get hardly any time to socialise. The last 10 days if Ramadan usually gets busy with How is Ramadan with Covid going to be different from that of every many iftar parties. Attending all becomes necessary due to the warmth year? with which they are arranged. It also is a good change from the tight Cannot even imagine Ramadan with sitting at home and worshipping schedule that we follow in that month. Technology for me takes a back God in house and not in mosque or opening fast without family and seat in that month. It’s more of a family time that we would like associate friends or not trying out different special delicacies of Hyderabad. We ourselves with whenever we get chance. were stuck in US last Ramadan and did nothing . We are coming up Samah: Diet goes for a toss totally. I personally cannot resist the with our new restaurant “Khan Miya “ in few days and starting before temptations of haleem , marag, etc specially from my restaurant . I Ramadan but the Covid makes it look very gloomy now . TULIP - APRIL, 2021 25
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Fruit Chaat With The Paigahs
What’s your definition of the purpose of Ramadan? Faraaz: Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection, improvement and increased devotion and worship. Muslims are expected to put more effort into following the teachings of Islam. To develop and strengthen our powers of self-control, so that one can resist wrongful desires. The fast begins at dawn and ends at sunset. It is also month of giving and sharing.
Given the change that Ramadan brings to our usual routines, how do you plan to stay energetic throughout the day/perform your tasks with focus? Faiz: It is not easy especially in difficult climatic conditions, but faith and determination can make one overcome most difficult conditions and circumstances. It takes first couple of days to settle after which we get use to it and its business like usual. Nutritious diet at Saher (before dawn) and during Iftar (after breaking the fast after sunset) makes it easy. Pace of life definitely slows down a bit during the day. Taravee Prayers at the mosque after dinner give you great amount of satisfaction and peace of mind. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life, and diet? Kamil: Everything remains the same except including socialising. A pious Muslim is supposed to follow the tenets of Islam round the year and not just during the month of Ramadaan. Hence, we follow the same in letter and spirit and continue socializing. What are the different cuisines made at home for iftaar. Nida: For Iftaar the first thing we break our fast is Khajoor(Dates).... we make dishes like Haleem,Puff pastry known as Lukhmi(with filling of minced meat), Daal with green chutney and lime (Chana daal), Dahiwadaas, Banana bhajiyas, Potato bhajiyas, Fruit chat, Guava chat,Fresh fruit juices. As now everyone has become health conscious so fried dishes have been reduced and more of fresh fruits items of taken its place. Elaborate dinner follows after Magrib prayers and before Taravee, and in Hyderabad eating out after Taravee right up till Saher has become very common. The entire city has an amazing festive atmosphere during the entire month of Ramadaan. What’s your secret to staying motivated and consistent throughout Ramadan, especially when you hit the mid-Ramadan slump? Faraaz: Faith in Almighty and how this helps purify our soul and body keeps up going and undoubtedly gives us a sense of satisfaction and fulfilment. What are your tips for our readers on approaching the Qur’an and coming out a different person at the end of this Ramadan, In sha Allah? Faiz: Quran is the book of guidance and Islam is a way of life which Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had himself exhibited and guided fellow followers, which has been recorded as Hadees. Reading the entire Quran at least once and understanding it in our own dialect helps one follow the right path. It is indeed an amazing experience and an eye-opener. What is the biggest positive change any particular Ramadan has brought to your life? Nida: What we practice during the Holy month transforms us to being kind, just, helping others generously, being true to oneself and all fellow human beings. One is supposed to be kind to all living beings. To sum it up the Holy month of Ramadan makes one a better human being, to strive and make this world a better place to live in. How is Ramadan with Covid going to be different from that of every year? Faiz: Well, the month of Ramadan is always looked forward to as a month of reverence, peace and celebration, however, our generation will be facing an unprecedented 2 years of Ramadan wherein one has to be extremely careful and be satisfied with keeping it low-key. Last year when we went through similar conditions during the month of Ramadan, the positive side of it was that we were able to spend a lot of time in introspection and pondering over the very purpose of our lives, and on top of it, very peacefully submit to the Almighty. Looking forward to a peaceful and a spiritually stimulating month of Ramadan this year as well. 26 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
s Mandi With The Jaweeds What’s your definition of the purpose of Ramadan? Zafar: To me, Ramzan is a time for prayers, family, and community. I feel its purpose is to encourage self-reflection, spirituality, and charity. I also see it as a celebration of our religious and cultural identity. It reminds us to look after the underprivileged among us and that is a big part of it. Given the change that Ramadan brings to our usual routines, how do you plan to: -Stay energetic throughout the day/perform your tasks with focus? -Manage your time and balance between your personal, professional and spiritual life? Omer: While it may seem like a task to many who do not observe it, it actually is very routine and natural to those of us who observe it. The Iftar and Suhoor times actually mean that I have more time on hand to manage my personal and professional life, whilst keeping spirituality at the forefront. What changes do you make in Ramadan to your technology usage, social life, diet? Aamer: Given my busy schedule, it is difficult for me to make changes in either technology usage or social life but I make a conscious effort to maintain a balanced diet. It is a bit of a challenge but I manage to do it anyhow. What are the different cuisines made at home for iftaar? Ruba: There is of course a lot of Hyderabadi food such as Haleem, Dahi
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The Bright & BeautifulShraddha Das Popularly known as the ‘South Indian Bombshell’, Shraddha Das is an actress who paved her way through the hearts of millions in a very short span of time. Her professional career spans for over a decade and boy! it definitely has been a successful decade. Shraddha Das played both the leading lady and supporting roles in close to 40 films across several languages including English, Hindi, Bengali, Kannada and Telugu. We recently had a soulful conversation with the diva and have come up with a few interesting facts that we thought you might want to know! TULIP - APRIL, 2021 35
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How did your career in acting start? Has acting always been a passion of yours? It started in college where I actually began with singing in auditorium shows in Mumbai. I wanted to have my own music album for which I went to shoot a portfolio and was spotted by Dev Anand sir and was signed for a movie that never got made as he passed away. After that I used to audition everyday going from Chembur to Andheri west (almost a 1000 maybe) and finally landed up doing the national award winning film Lahore (Warner bros) as the lead. At the same time, I started working in Telugu movies too. Apart from acting, what other major activities do you usually engage with? Chanting (practicing Nichiren Buddhism for 6 years now). I love dancing to Bollywood music (yoga/ dance fitness), singing, binge watching series, chilling with my 4 pugs and friends. What are some projects that you’re currently working on? Currently there is Kotigobba 3 with Kiccha Sudeep releasing in Kannada and Telugu and Ek Mini Katha by Uv creations releasing in Telugu in April. Also starting work on a Hindi web series soon. What’s the recent item you struck off of your bucket list? Travelling alone. Budapest. Bali. Initially I was with friends. Later I travelled alone. Tell us about the funniest rumor you’ve heard about yourself? That I was going to Bigg Boss from season one up to the last. Every time. What would you like to tell people who are romantically interested in you? Be straightforward, no mind games, and I expect extreme loyalty and respect. Tell us something that you have never told anyone else? That I still believe in fairytales!
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RAPID FIRE: Food or gym? Food and yoga/dance Stilettoes or sneakers? Sneakers One director that you would love working with in the future? Ram Madhavi. (Neerja) Merlapaka Gandhi (again) Mysskin Your celebrity crush? Hrithik Roshan Your biggest regret? Trusting people blindly Morning person or night person? Night Three things you never leave home without? Phone, lipstick, debit card Favorite pastime? Watching inspirational videos of strong women & spirituality. Most imaginative insult you can come up with? Behaving like the person doesn’t exist even if they were in front of me. Most used curse word? F**k. some Hindi abuses too if I’m really angry but alone. Favorite emoji? The smile emoji with stars as eyes.
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Not A Child’s Play In today’s time, when being in touch with and updated with the latest trends is a whole new ball game, these trendy and stylish celebrity babies are here to school us on how to look effortlessly ultra-modern. These little munchkins no doubt, rule the kingdom of cool when it comes to dressing up in cute and trendy outfits. Giving us a dose of trendy with a dollop of cuteness, here are some of our adored tiny-tots!
Abram Khan
Abram Khan’s pictures will always brighten up your day! King Khan’s mini-me, is the deadly combination of his father’s charm and his mother’s panache. He is also a natural when facing the camera, as not too long ago he posed with ease for a photoshoot.
The Manchu Twins Vishnu Manchu’s twin daughters, Ariana and Viviana Manchu will leave you awestruck and amazed with their style and elegance. The pretty girls recently attended an engagement ceremony with their mom in colour coordinated beautiful lehengas.
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Izhaan Mirza Malik
Sania Mirza is a fashion enthusiast, but the recent pictures from her vacation has us gushing over Izhaan Mirza Malik’s cute and sporty outfits. And Izhaan adorns his outfits with the most heart-melting smile you will ever see!
Samaira Sharma Daughter of Indian Cricketer, Rohit Sharma, Samaira has the audience going gaga over her cuteness at the stadiums these days. The munchkin who recently turned 2-year-old, has grabbed the attention of the media with her cute, colourful outfits and a beaming smile.
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Allu Arha
Stylishstar Allu Arjun’s daughter is no less than a diva herself. Be it a plane ride, birthday party or Diwali celebrations, the little princess is always dressed with flair, and a beaming smile.
Taimur Ali Khan
When we talk about trendy and stylish babies, how can we not mention the paparazzi’s favourite; Taimur Ali Khan. Momma Kareena Kapoor, not so long ago, posted a few pictures from a photoshoot with the blue-eyed-boy, and he stole the show completely.
Roohi and Yash Johar It’s no secret that Karan Johar is the ultimate Fashion Guru, but his kids are always a step ahead of him when it comes to being the trendiest. Along with being the trendiest, the Twins will warm your heart with their cuteness and zestful mischief.
Nandamuri Abhay Ram and Bhargava Ram
Jr NTR’s baby boys recently took social media by storm, when their father posted a cute picture of them. The boys looked adorable in cute little sweaters, as they played with each other in a candid click.
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The Art & Science of Folding Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding; this art transforms a flat sheet of paper into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques. The variety of origami designs is quite impressive; it includes flowers, animals, geometrical figures, etc. and the most known origami model is a paper crane. Like any other child, she too folded boats and planes to play with, blissfully oblivious of the fact that in future she would learn more about origami. Mahima Kankaria an Origami & Event Stylist grew up being passionate about all things unique and creative. She perused Graphic Designing and later saw herself working with Wedding Planners and now is a well-known Event Stylist and Origami Artist. 40 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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“If I tell you that Artistry just happened one evening with a cup of chai on my balcony, YES, that’s exactly how the idea was born”
She believes in growing; your work should be able to make you learn and overcome creative challenges daily. Meeting new people, getting to know their preferences and becoming a part of their celebrations is what drives her to give her best. She is always excited and cheerful when she sees herself surrounded by beautiful creatives after all the hassle. And the fun part is she gets to do different projects like DIY, intimate decor setups using origami art almost every single day. Email: theartistry12@gmail.com Contact details: +91 9182586369 Instagram handle: Artistrybymahimakankariya TULIP - APRIL, 2021 41
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Escapism from the non-fictional world is a need for all of us. So, a daycation with one of your favorite book will ring the changes in your monotonous life and a chance to surrender yourself into the serene imagination. We know that finding a place that complements your daycation with your favorite book might be a tricky task. So, we have got you a few places in Hyderabad where it’s only you and Your Book, maybe with some warm cup of coffee or some dessert that would make a perfect combination. So, let your worries fly away, get away behind all the deadlines for a while and escape as you relish the moment for yourself!
Pamarty Venkataramana
Phoenix Arena
This place is a perfect blend of tradition and modernity defined in the architecture. The space covers different vibes from cultural events in the open space auditorium or indoor auditorium to the aesthetic art gallery, cafeteria and library, where you can find your soul fueled with a creative imagination that flows in the air.
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Author - ‘The Whispering Star’ “In my opinion, Hyderabad would be akin to a TULIP, if you compared Cities with Flowers! The City graced with Learners and Learning, Monuments and monumental History, the fountain-head of Knowledge and the Land of Scholars. Awakening, Awareness, Aloofness - These are the traits of this marvelous city. This is not just about Cuisine, Old-Timers. Nor is it all about Hi-Tech and MNCs. Mysticism and Spirituality shroud this City of Fortune: not Fortune-seekers. Yes, it has been the destination for all Seekers and Seers, for ages. It has several reading spots. Some are situated amidst the hustle and bustle of the busy traffic such as the Public Gardens beside the State Assembly complex on Nampally station road. For a solitary reading spot, one recommends any quiet corner of historic Golconda Fort or outskirts of scenic Old Kurnool or Yadagirigutta route. Other favorite reading spots are on the Gandipet, Shameerpet and Vikarabad highways. Every book lover must explore these ‘addas’ of enlightenment and wisdom in this city which is the ‘Pearl of India’.”
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BOTTEGA Cafe The vibe complementing the homely surrounding is appreciated for a reader to create the scene for their imagination to merge into the real world. And this cafe is the perfect place to feel at home with your magical thinking.
Location: Plot 13/b, Road Number 86, Phase 2, Film Nagar
State Central Library
This majestic building is one of the oldest and best libraries in Hyderabad. Apart from the books and the magazines, and newspapers, a few manuscripts which date back to the 5th century, you will find the tales of a bygone era in the baronial structure of the place and the breathless stairway!
Location: Office of Director of public libraries, 1st floor, state.
Ayman Ali Khan
Psychologist “In Afzalgunj, amidst the chaos of the hustle and bustle of life, stands the oasis of calm: The State Central Library. Arguably one of the most beautiful heritage remains of the Asaf Jahi era, the Asia Qutub Khana (now the State Central Library) looks similar to a giant open book placed in an upended position. This gem of a place, located on the bank of River Musi, is in a similarly dilapidated condition as that of the river. However, this negligence in maintaining the premises has never interfered with the charm it holds for readers such as me. When I read here, I feel connected to the rich repository of knowledge that kept the city illuminated for more than a century. The library dates back to the late 19th century and houses some very rare books from the era. Each spot inside the entire campus of the library is heavenly, whether it is the old wooden desks inside which are so rooted in the history of Hyderabad or the many shady pockets under the trees outside the building.” TULIP - APRIL, 2021 43
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Aaromale
Beautiful greenery, soothing ambience and, the whole place has tranquility stored in those rugged walls. This art cafe would blend the scenic vibes as you read on further your favorite book!
Location: A-72, Rd Number 12, Giani Zail Singh Nagar, Film Nagar.
Beyond Coffee We revel in the vibes this ambience creates. A feeling of warmth in this place with delicious servings will yearn to visit this place with your fictional character again and again.
Location: Rd Number 36, Jawahar Colony, Jubilee Hills.
Mrinal Kumar Storyteller “No character is all fiction. Every single character in every single book or a novel or movie has some reality at its core. For me, as a storyteller, the biggest challenge is to present my characters in a way that looks relatable and real to my audience. To escape this fuss, I keep visiting various book cafés, mostly with a book of my choice and my diary. Trust me; the best seat in any such café is the one at the corner. You can observe so many potential characters and even more stories sitting around you and narrating themselves. The biggest “Glitch in the Matrix” for any writer is the writes block. Books are my retreat in such situations. As quoted by Stephen King, “A good writer reads a lot and writes a lot” and thus when I can’t write, I read. For me, any place that’s quiet and calm and serves me a good cup of coffee or tea and preferably something to munch on is a place I can sit and read. Lamakaan and Truffle Towers are my go-to places. Usually calm vibe, serving good food and most importantly not very heavy on pocket. For people who aren’t much into the creative field, book cafés can be a good escape from the usual hustle and yes, they are great dating venues as well. You can enjoy the space; have great discussions over a cup of coffee.” 44 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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Heart Cup Coffee
This place has been designed perfectly for romantic dates, but along with the pleasing ambience and beautiful decor, you’ll have a great date with your favorite book, grabbing some mouthwatering bites!
Location: 1-10-3/3, Begumpet Rd, Prakash Nagar, Begumpet.
Lamakaan
This place offers a delightful experience every time you visit. Lamakaan is a cultural space. You can go around anytime spending quality time with a great book, including food and beverages that are available inside. The flavorful samosas and a cup of tea will fill the void as you open the door to meet the characters of your book.
Location: Off-Road No. 1, Banjara Hills, Opposite GVK One. Surela Chakraborty Senior Features Writer “While many cultural hubs in the city offer a space to read and develop new skills, cafes in the city welcome avid readers by providing them with a book rack. These cafes have also turned into centers of artists and musicians to showcase their talent. One can always fall back on old favorites that evoke nostalgia like MR Book Centre, Lamakaan, Saptaparni, Coffee Cup in Sainikpuri to name a few which still are a go-to place for the asli Hyderabadis. Café Rāsasvāda at Khajaguda invites art with arms wide open. This newest cafe by the lake is a great space for both reading and organizing events. For instance, Soul Sunday organized by Lampshade Writers takes place here. The book racks overflow with books. One can enjoy their favorite title along with delicious desserts and soothing thupka.” TULIP - APRIL, 2021 45
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The Coffee Cup
The rustic ambience is all an old-school lover would need, with art stuck to the walls giving chic-aesthetic vibes and, you can pick your favorite good read that suits your mood.
Location: E89, 1st Floor, Gokul Nagar Rd, behind BP Petrol Bunk, Sainikpuri, Secunderabad.
Truffle Tower Cafe
This place has indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor seating would make you feel warm and cozy. Meanwhile, outdoor seating would keep it pleasant and energetic for you! So, you can switch as you’d like to that goes with a good read.
Location: Plot B-3, Road number 7 Filmnagar, Jubilee Hills.
Mansi Narula Kashyap
Published Writer and Editor “What could be better than the vicinity of a Golf Course for writing or reading a book? Yes, The Boulder Hills in the heart of the Financial District in Hyderabad is a perfect place for reading a book. The fairly upscale and exceptionally aesthetic surroundings make a perfect spot for reading as well as writing your books. I wrote some of my poems from my book Hiraeth, at this constantly picturesque spot. In Hiraeth, I wrote about nature and love and Sycamore trees and lakes. In the midst of the Golf Course, there is a placid lake that inspired me to write the poem, ‘The lakes are serene.’ I prefer driving to the Boulder Hills Golf Course for reading a fiction book. It gives me an immense sense of satisfaction that I am being with nature while fulfilling my passion for reading and writing.” 46 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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Healthy Living
Syeda Aziza Fatima (Samia) from @thenutricaid, Dietitian also known as a food therapist as she believes in eating healthy & it is the best form of self-respect. She has pursued Nutrition & Dietetics to help & guide everybody towards learning the art of healthy living. Cooking is one of her passion and she loves to indulge in high nutrition along with tasty food. She’d love to prioritize & modify the lifestyles for healthy living.
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Stay hydrated (at least 3l per day) Sleep well (at least 8-9 hours per day) Avoid stress Exercise daily Eat without distractions (No tv, no phones) Eat small and frequent meals.
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As a Dietitian, I believe health is our wealth and a healthy outside starts from a healthy inside. So together let us experience the art of healthy living by eating right. The “Nutricaid” is my own virtual clinic setup which means Nutritional assistance / guide/ help/ support etc. “Nutricaid” is an initiative to guide everybody towards the art of learning healthy living with nutritional therapy. We present various nutritional therapies with easy-going diets based on one’s needs. Our motto is to steer you through the journey of a healthy and productive life. Our assistance will be available via social media platforms until desired goals are achieved & one on one consultation along with nutritional counseling will be delivered.
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Instead of refined foods like maida go for whole grains like whole wheat flour, oats, brown rice etc Avoid Red meat, organ meat; instead go for chicken & fish; you can have it once or twice a week. You can use methods like steam, boil, and grill or bake to cook them. Use low fat or skimmed milk instead of cow or buffalo milk. Include more fiber in your diet. at least 2 servings(200-300gms) of fruits & 3 servings (300-500gms ) of veggies per day Use not more than 4 tsp 10-20 ml Unrefined oil in a day. Use not more than 1-2 tsp (5-10gms) of salt in a day. Avoid sodas, preservative juices; instead go for natural drinks like lemon water, coconut water, buttermilk, sugar cane juice. Avoid fried foods, processed food & junk. Avoid packages snacks ; instead go for sprouts , chana, rice or bajra flakes, puffed rice , stock etc. Engage in physical activities like walking for 30-40 minutes per day.
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Inheriting the Positive Attitude
-By Bidisha Barik
The awareness of therapeutic journaling was raised in the 1960s when Psychologist Dr Pogoff began offering workshops in “Intensive Journal Method” and published three books that promoted journal writing for personal growth. Later, when public school systems included journal writing in their English classes - these journals were academic - teachers noticed the simple assignments often revealed a lot about the student’s emotional life. Journals serve different purposes with its different types- for writers: it serves as collecting their thoughts, catalogue of their ideas either with unstructured writing or prompts and for non-writers, it serves as a practice of maintaining records of daily events, to-do-lists or gratitude journaling which focuses solely on the positives of your life - gratitude journaling is an effective way to boost your self-esteem and help in personal well-being. The consistency with journaling creates awareness of thoughts. It helps in engaging with their insights while putting them down in a writing format without any filter. It builds a way to self-discovery and reflects a hue of positive ideas that ease the battle 48 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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“A journal is your completely unaltered voice”, said Lucy Ducas. And we’ve people sharing similar opinions about journaling.
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Bidisha Barik
Journal Artist & Writer
“I’ve experienced that confronting a blank page forces out the voices of inner-self and strengthens my intuitions. It also motivates me to work on the path of self-reliance on the difficult days - with the calming words I have once inked on the pages making it more volatile on the heart and mind. Also, revisiting the old journal spreads persuade new prompts for journaling. Journaling has been my calming escape from the messed up thoughts where I can slowly ink down the words and the unclear portrait of thoughts altogether draws an aesthetic image as a spread.”
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Reshma Khatoon Writer
“Growing up I was the sort of person who couldn’t let go of anything that seemed even a little bit pretty. Like patterned papers, passes, notes passed in secrecy between me and my BFFs, and they all had to stash somewhere safe. I like the idea of keeping a journal and putting in everything I love between the beige fawn papers, like doodles, my art, my drawings, my poems, a poem by other poets, song lyrics, playlists, plans, outfit inspiration, random pictures of me and my friends, and then decorating it with cutesy stickers and glitter. It is a place where everything fits in aesthetically. It becomes my little world, without even trying, a little world full of things that inspire me and uplift me. It’s a really elegant space to put my tangled thoughts neatly. I like the idea of organizing most random, wistful, happy, depressing thoughts and whims in a pattern of shades and moods that I can show off to everyone. If not writing down poems, I’m writing goals and plans and that helps in productivity management, even if in just a small way. Plus, I love the sound of scissors cutting paper, and mixing colors to paint away boredom. Everyone has a creative and artistic side, although it does not always show on the outside, and my journal is a depiction of who I am.”
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Journaling is a way to explore the ideas as they unfold. Over the years, journaling has advanced with various additives to the process.
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“There are a lot of thoughts that go on in our brain. Sometimes they get so entangled that writing them down makes it much less complicated. Journaling daily is a great way to recognize and work towards one’s emotions, insecurities and goals. Apart from that, writing down daily tasks helps to get organized and plan the day out effectively. With the recent boom in social media, people are accustomed to checking their phones, first thing in the morning. This should be changed to journaling, if not in the morning, then at least once at night. People who are overburdened with anxiety and stress find journaling particularly beneficial. Also recommended by psychologists, people suffering from any kind of mental health issues find it calming to have their thoughts written down.”
Saima Afreen
Senior journalist
“A journal, especially maintained by a wordsmith, carries unslept nights along with the insatiable hunger to explore more of the hidden parts of his/her psyche that don’t guarantee light or a door to exit. The words on the pages aren’t just symbols in ink but spells that hold the reader seharzada (enchanted). However, the arrangement of the words is written almost the same way what the author/poet feels in that moment as the lines are penned in silent hours, in that part of the night when a marigold twig may still be shivering from the storm it just witnessed -- one cannot always find beautiful, positive, delightful writing in a notebook -- these words are written in states of fear, unnamed restlessness, anxiety almost otherwordly in nature that only a writer can feel. To read such pages are acts of going through the storms, and come back to one’s own world whose very definition changes after what you witness. At the same time, you never know if the same words can pull out the very darkness that you were running away from yet identified yourself with.”
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World Heritage Day 2021
When it comes to culture and heritage, Hyderabad is in abundance. Hyderabad was ruled by Mughals who have impacted the community of today which practices their culture. The Nizams built palaces, forts, mosques and tombs. Their designs are eloquent and bring a lot of Persian styles. However today we are taking a different turn to Hyderabad’s Heritage by talking about the widely believed notions that these sites live with.
Charminar
When we talk about heritage Charminar, A FAMOUS LANDMARK OF HYDERABAD, it comes at the tip of the list for its beautiful structure and awestruck designs. Many citizens of Hyderabad believe that there’s a hidden treasure in the walls of Charminar, as well as in the secret tunnel that leads to Golconda Fort. it is also believed that Charminar was constructed by a Nizam for his lover, who a dancer and used to perform in his darbar.
Paigah Tombs
Paigah Tombs are the tombstones of the loyalists of the Nizams. Many believe that due to its abandonment, negligence and less human contact, the place attracts supernatural attention.
Qutub Shahi Tombs
Seven Tomb or famously called Saath Gummath in Hyderabad consist of mosques and graves of many rulers from the Qutb Shahi period. Although the great monument attracts many tourists to the site, many residents avoid visiting the place due to the tombstones, it has been said that people hear weird sounds and noises after 6 PM. 52 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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Hyderabad, Heritage and it’s Hearsay Golconda Fort
Golconda Fort also called the shepherd’s hill was famous for its vault that stored diamonds like Kohinoor and the hope diamond. It is widely believed that there’s a tunnel that leads to Charminar and it was built in case of emergencies, if any ruler had to flee the fort during an attack, they’d take the tunnel to escape.
Taramati Baradari
Taramati Baradari was an olden day roadside inn for travellers, where two sisters Taramati and Premamati would dance for the entertainment of the travellers, it is also said that Abdullah Qutb Shah once heard Taramati’s voice from Golconda Fort which is situated two kilometres away from the inn. People say that the spirit of Taramati to date dances at the roof of the inn and she can be heard after midnight.
Chowmahalla Palace
Chowmahalla Palace was the main residency of the Nizams during their rule. Many also believe that the Nizams had hidden their precious belonging like gold, diamonds, gems and other jewels in the walls and lawns of the Chowmahalla Palace. It is said that many people have tried their luck to hunt this treasure but have been unsuccessful. Note: The above mentioned are widely believed and expressed notions. There are no real reports or accounts of such.
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April Fools’ Day -By Umera Riyaz
April fools day is a great excuse to mess around with our friends without worrying about them getting annoyed because it’s practically legal. When it comes to April fools day, you can either be a prankster or the one who got pranked. We’ve gathered a few pranks for you to try out with your friends and family.
The Whipped Cream Prank
The only thing you need is some whipped cream. Make sure the person you want to prank is asleep. Add the whipped cream on the person’s hand and start to slightly tickle the person’s nose, in the next few seconds, they’ll begin to have an itching sensation on their nose and will splash the whipped cream hand on their face, don’t forget to record this ordeal!
Coin In A Bottle Prank
For this prank, you’ll need a coin, a bottle and someone to prank. Ask the person you want to prank stand at a distance from the table where you will place the bottle, ask them to watch carefully, place the coin bottle and then slowly slid your hand down with the bottle and then up while sliding up slowly grab the coin, you’ll have to make this move quick, now act like you pushed the coin into the bottle and ask your friend to look into the bottle top to see for themselves, when they do so, squeeze the bottle, and the water inside it will splash on their face, it’s a classic.
Cracked TV Screen
Pull this prank on your dad, search on you tube cracked screen video, pick the one the suit well your you. Play the video, get a sibling with you on this, fake an argument loud enough for your parents to hear in the other room, then make a fist and hit a wooden table, either you or your sibling could start shout to call your dad to see that one of threw something at the TV and broke, Trust us on this one, the look on your dad’s face will be hilarious!
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During my summer vacations, while I was in school. I always spent it with my cousins at their place. And, everyone knew how much I disliked horror films back then. I have a vivid imagination and I didn’t like how my mind worked after I watched one. After a movie night with my cousins, again it was a horror film, and the very next day, my cousin and I were walking back after an evening walk and she suddenly fainted and started having a seizure. It went on for about 6-7 minutes straight until I started crying and I did not know what to do, she then stopped moving and got up straight, and started laughing at me. I was stoked as to how good of an actor she was. I still cannot believe that it happened and it’s one of our most memorable incidents I have with her.”
Juhi Mydra - Founder, Passel Productions Prankster
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A hilarious prank that I pulled was on my cousin, who was on vacation and he decided to spend a few days with us in Saudi Arabia, for some reason he believes that, Saudi Arabia being an Islamic country attracted more Jinns than other places, I also knew he gets scared easily, I saw the opportunity and grabbed it. At night when he slept, me and sister, wore scary ghost mask and gorilla mask, we began to make scary sounds, he got up and screamed I guess he was really scared cause he instantly fell asleep, and his body was still in shock so he woke up again looked at us, screamed and fainted, we then woke him up and gave him some water, he’s okay now. “
Maleeha Khan - Founder, Sweve.in
Got Pranked
Prankster
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One of the best pranks that I or rather we pulled out dates back to 2016. Just try to imagine, what's gonna be your first thought if, after a great sleep on your cosy bed, you suddenly wake up on a football field. Well, yes this is what we did, with one of our teammates. After a 3-day train journey, from Bhubaneswar to Guwahati, we finally got an "opportunity" to sleep. It was IIT-G campus and we were there for a robotics event, which was about to start at 10 am sharp. But this one teammate just denied waking up. Well, now you can imagine what would have happened to this dear friend of ours. Except for the fact, that he slept in the dorm and woke up in the common "bathroom" of the boy’s hostel. I feel kinda sorry for him, but It was fun.”
Mrinal Kumar
- Storyteller
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I was pranked by a dear friend Brandon, and it was a hilarious bit. It was when I job hunting and he was aware of it. He took advantage of the opportunity to prank call as a company manager. He called me up from a different number and stated that he’s a manager and wanted to conduct a call interview, I agreed. He asked me various job-related questions and I was nervously answering them, towards the end of the call he revealed himself and we had a great laugh! “
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| BEAUTY
Beyond Chemicals Cleansing the body is associated with purification of both and body and is a must before commencing any task of importance be it offering service to the Divine or starting a new day. With its focus on using oils to moisturize and treat various issues, all natural cleansers also rejuvenate the body and mind. In today’s day and age, given our daily exposure to a multitude of toxins and impurities, it is best to avoid harsh, chemical cleansers that strip the skin of its natural oils and radiance. Using natural oils and herbs based cleansers and soaps keep your skin clean and naturally healthy.
Kama Ayurveda
Kama Ayurveda's handmade soaps are made with Ayurvedic methods and use cold pressed pure oils, essential oils, floral extracts and distillations. This range can be used by both men and women and suit all types. Apart from a fragrant bathing experience, they also have rejuvenating and reviving properties and are suited to all skin types. Kama Ayurveda brings to life, the ancient Ayurvedic techniques of infusing essential oils, plant oils, nourishing herbs into body skin and body cleansers to create an exquisite range of handmade soaps. Delicately fragranced and containing wonderful ingredients like Rose, Tulsi, Khus, Turmeric, Tamarind and Sandalwood among many others, each of these handmade, natural soaps will cleanse your skin with the care and comfort it deserves.
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Forest Essentials India
Created from the purest ingredients including sweet Almonds, Saffron and Ayurvedic herbs. These Luxury Sugar Soaps are now one of our bestselling and most-loved products. Infused with raw Cane Sugar, our handmade Luxury Sugar Soaps are 100% natural, free from any petroleum, synthetic fragrances and harmful chemicals.Unlike other bath soaps that are harsh on the skin, these Ayurvedic Sugar Soaps are made with an old-fashioned cold process that uses unprocessed raw Cane Sugar along with pure cold-pressed oils including that of Coconut and Almond. Reetha contains Saponin and is used in combination with Vitamin E, which improves texture of the skin. This mix is cured for four weeks to enhance the quality of these luxury sugar soaps.
Price Ranging of the soaps Rs.500 to Rs.650 www.forestsessentialsindia.com
Vya Natural’s
Vya Natural’s handmade soaps are lovingly hand crafted in small batches using top shield ingredients from nature’s pantry. A gentle, multi-tasking bar that cleanses, tones and moisturizes leaving the skin perfectly balanced and cleansed without drying or stripping the skin of its protective barrier.100% GOOD - No artificial fragrance or colours, free of parabens, sulphates and harmful chemicals. Toxins and Cruelty FREE.
Price: Rs.295 www.vyanaturals.com
Soul Tree
It is the first Indian brand to offer European certified-natural personal care and beauty products. All the products use authentic Ayurvedic recipes and honestly-sourced natural, organic ingredients that do no harm, only good.
Price: Rs.450 www.soultree.com
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| FITNESS
Fitness à La Mode
By Asna Abdul Haq
No one could have predicted living in a global pandemic and its subsequent consequences. Being shut away from the world, pushed our potentials to the limits, which made the masses come up with creative solutions and adapt to new changes. One such spectre being Health and Fitness. Along with a lot of other trends, Inclusive and Wearable Fitness Tech are a couple of new additions in this digitally connected social fitness that have gained popularity for all the right reasons.
Inclusive Fitness for All
Virtual coaching has started a huge movement to make fitness accessible to anyone. People who did not feel comfortable in a packed gym, turned to online classes by certified personal trainers. This new trend has not only helped the trainers to focus on and help their clients more efficiently but also has encouraged more and more people to take up a healthier lifestyle. Though there’s a long way to go, fitness influencers and brands are promoting the Fitness for All mantra.
And with this range of accessibility, the notion of ideal body type is slowly fading away. People are beginning to lean away from the idea of a “perfect body” and have started embracing themselves. People are now trying to attain good health and overall fitness, rather than just exercising blindly. People are appreciative of the specialized approach of size-inclusive fitness. This gives them options to workout sitting down or follow an instructor who understands how bodies of different sizes experience movement. We hope to see this movement continue well into 2021 and beyond. 58 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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Wearable Fitness Tech
A wave of fitness devices, also called Fitness activity trackers, has become extremely popular lately. What began as different devices to keep a tab of your heart activity, pedometers and calorie counter, have now merged into an all-in-one smart tool that connects to the internet and smartphones for long-term tracking of your fitness data. A range of fitness tech is now available with modulations that suit your needs As with most things, how much fitness trackers help, depends upon your level of commitment. One thing is for sure, these trackers motivate people to get off their couches. Trackers give you accurate data of your activities throughout the day, pushing you to work harder. Reminders to keep oneself hydrated or a notification to get up and walk from sitting too long is a great boon for people who are working from home and forget to keep track of their fitness needs. The trackers also prove useful for people with medical conditions with the data of heart activity and blood sugar levels being constantly recorded. These gadgets can prove to be a major aid in monitoring one’s activities remotely.
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| TRAVEL
BINSAR – GET INTIMATE WITH THE HIMALAYAS
-By Satpreet Kaur
The sleepy region of Binsar is one of the scenic places of Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Perched at an elevation of 2420 meters, Binsar is known for offering spell-binding views of the majestic Himalayan peaks such as Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, Panchachuli, and Kedarnath. The main attraction of Binsar is the 300 kms of majestic and panoramic view of Himalayan peaks from Binsar Zero point. This compact hill town is encircled by the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary which serves as a habitat for the rare animals, birds and flower species. Since the place is wrapped up in thick foliage, it is undoubtedly the best place for experiencing adventurous hiking, camping and nature walks. Must Try: Itmenaan Himalayan Walks & Treks To offer discerning travelers a touch and feel of rural life, a village walk and stay program through some of the most unspoilt villages of Kumaon Himalayas has been devised. Charmingly, you also get to stay in village houses which have been touched up to provide very comfortable lodging without compromising on the authenticity.You may choose to stay-put at a village house and explore the area. Or, walks can also be organized that take you from one village to another and each night is spent in a different village house. Getting There By Road: From Delhi, Itmenaan Estate is 375 km / 10 hours. By Air:Kathgodam, is the closest airport (135 kms). Kindly note, there is a beautiful 15 minutes downhill walk from the road head to reach Itmenaan Estate. Highly recommend wearing shoes and check directly with the estate for older people or people with knee issues. Know more: https://ww.itmenaanlodges.com/ 60 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
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Where to stay Itmenaan Estate, Boutique Resort Near Binsar Himalayas
Itmenaan Estate is a fairytale resort in a peaceful rural setting near Binsar in the Kumaon Himalayas. The 10-acre resort includes virgin pine, oak and rhododendron trees; terraced fields laden with seasonal fruits and vegetables; and to top it all, a small private perennial natural spring. This resort near Binsar offers panoramic views of the Himalayas including the majestic Nanda Devi. The 100-year-old traditional Kumaoni style stone house in the resort has been painstakingly restored. Near to this house there are two independent cottages, Pine cottage (single story) and Deodar cottage (double story) built in traditional style. At the heart of the Kumaon Himalayas with breathtaking views of the Nanda Devi Mountain range, the beautiful stone houses have a beautiful rustic appeal that perfectly reflect the restful ambience of this idyllic location, including alfresco dining options. Guests here get to enjoy a true Himalayan village experience; be it exploring the surrounding valleys and forests or just dip into the neighboring natural spring. At night, you can witness thousands of stars shining unmitigated by mechanical lights. The hospitality of the management and the staff of the estate couldn’t be any better. They are all attentive and easily available to answer all your questions. However, they simply blend into the background so as to give you the impression that you’re truly all on your own in this lovely estate. Furthermore, the amazing kitchen staff is so obliging that they serve you any meal you desire, prepared exactly as you prefer, while also enhancing it with their own little creative culinary modifications.
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| TRAVEL
Rooms at the resort Itmenaan estate offers 5 tastefully designed rooms in all – they have three rooms in the main structure (one Kafal and two Oak Rooms). There are two standalone cottages – one Pine and another Deodar. All the rooms have been painstakingly built in the local stone architecture style. It’s styled like a traditional Kumaoni stone house, however, it has been refurbished to include all modern conveniences and luxuries as well. All of them feature sunbaked brick walls, golden lighting, and large full-length windows. The cottages are all surrounded by trees and flora on all sides.The Bathroom construction at the resort near Binsar is a stunning example of traditional local architecture that involves stacking local stones one above the other without using any cementing material in a ‘dry stack’, locally called ‘korichinai’.Large bathrooms, with a glass roof to allow sun light to come in, are fitted with all modern fixtures and have running hot and cold water at all times. You can say it’s arguably one of the best bathrooms in the Himalayas.
Meals At Itmenaan Estate, you are served delicious and well thought out recipes that range from traditional Kumaoni, regular North Indian, to dishes from the Western world. Specialty meals, choicest ingredients and stunning scenery – this is how we define dining at Itmenaan Estate. Expect to be pleasantly surprised by our freshly baked breads and cookies, shorba soups, fulfilling main courses and sinful desserts. At Itmenaan Estate, you are served delicious and well thought out recipes that range from traditional Kumaoni, regular North Indian, to dishes from the Western world. We use fresh, seasonal produce either from our own organic farms or sourced locally, with seasonally changing menus designed around what is currently available. Breakfast is usually a four-course affair with fruits and fresh juice, cereals, home-made granola, home-baked bread, choice of egg, Indian main course and tea/coffee.Lunch is usually a threecourse continental meal with salads, dips, pasta, breads, main course and a dessert. KumaoniThali, the local cuisine in this region is the distinct Kumaoni food which is mildly spiced, highly nutritious and very appealing to the palate. Sample some popular mouth-watering recipes of this cuisine, prepared using fresh ingredients. Lounge The main lounge at the Estate is centrally located and consists of a cozy dining area with keep company. A perfect place to just laze around or read a book or just relax with family
Excursions Around Jageshwar: A 45-minute-drive from the estate takes you to Jageshwar Temples. The drive is through the omnipresent pines, oaks and rhododendrons and the moment you reach in the vicinity of the temples, you enter the amazing world of deodar trees. Jageshwar comprises a group of about 124 stone temples dating between the 9th and 13th century AD. It is believed to be the site of one of the twelve Jyotirlings and hence occupies a prominent position on Hindu pilgrimage. Chitai Temple: An hour’s drive from the estate is another famous temple of the region, the Chitai Temple dedicated to GoluDevta, who is considered to be the God of Justice. As one approaches the temple, the first thing that strikes you is hundreds of bells hanging at the entrance. People come to the temple to make a wish to GoluDevta; those who are not able to personally visit the temple, write letters to Him seeking justice. Once a wish is fulfilled people come and hang a brass bell on any of the temple walls, and hence the sea of bells all over the temple. Almora: Almora is located at a distance of about one-and-a-half hour from the estate. The cobbled stone streets of Almora bazaar are a delight to walk through. Houses and shops align the narrow streets that bustle with activity throughout the day. The traditional architecture is very much in evidence here as one spots carved doors and windows. 62 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
a few books to and friends.
ENTERTAINMENT |
Vishal-Shekhar to Compose music for SRK’s Pathan Shahrukh Khan has finally started shooting for Pathan, after his break from big screen. Though there have not been any other official announcements, music composer Vishal Dadlani took to twitter to reveal that the musical duo will be composing for the upcoming project. The film also features Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, Dimple Kapadia and also has a guest appearance by Salman Khan.
A. R. Rahman debuts as producer with “99 Songs”
The film “99 Songs” witnesses the legend A. R. Rahman debut as a producer and co-writer, in his most ambitious project yet. With this movie Rahman also introduces a new powerhouse talent, Ehan Bhat. The movie will release in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu on 16th April, 2021.
Ashley Tisdale welcomes first child Miley Cyrus pens letter to “Hannah Montana” on show’s 15th Anniversary
Ashley and husband Chris French welcomed a baby girl on March 23rd. The actress announced this good news with and adorable picture of the baby’s fingers and revealed her name to be Jupiter Iris French. Fans of the former Disney star were excited and their wishes came pouring in.
Miley took to social media to honour Hannah Montana with an emotional letter. The actor wrote how the character was and still is a big part of her life. The letter, however, led fans to speculate whether or not Miley would return as the beloved blonde singer.
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| ENTERTAINMENT
Nagarjuna in talks for a Web series
OTT platforms have now become the primary source of entertainment for audiences across the world. And the recent to join this platform is Superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna. In an interview the actor spoke of possibly working in a web series and that the work is still in the process of developing.
Chay and Sai Pallavi’s super dance moves a sensational hit
Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi’s upcoming movie “Love Story” has its 4th song unveiled by Mahesh Babu, and was an instant hit. Chaitanya plays the role of Zumba trainer and this song might be a fill on dance number. The film has music by Pawan CH and is making big waves in the industry.
Shafali Verma regains top spot in ICC T20 rankings The 17 -year-old batter leapfrog’s Australia’s Beth Mooney to claim the top spot riding on her fine performances in the series against South Africa at home. The power hitter also won the Player of the Series award, despite India losing the series. Shafali played some scintillating knocks in the series.
Saina and Srikanth make winning starts in Orleans Masters
Top Shuttlers scripted easy wins in the second round of the Orleans masters Super 100 Tournament. Saina took just 21 minutes to crush Iceland’s Rachael Darragh with the score of 21-9, 21-5, while Srikanth won 21-15, 21-10 in 25 minutes. 21-year-old Kiran George also shocked Netherland’s Mark Caljouw with yet another stunning win. 64 APRIL, 2021 TULIP
ENTERTAINMENT |
BOOKS The Four Winds
By the brilliant author Kristin Hannah, The Four Winds is a lasting portrait of America and the American Dream, as seen through the eyes of one indomitable woman whose courage and sacrifice will come to define a generation.
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
Written by V. E. Schwab, this book is about the extraordinary life of Addie LaRue who makes a Faustian bargain to live forever and is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets. But everything changes when, after nearly 300 years a young man in hidden bookstore remembers her name.
The Midnight Library
From the bestselling author Matt Haig, comes another dazzling novel about all the choices that go into a life well lived. Life is a library with endless shelves of book, and each book provides a chance to try another life you could have lived. Would you have done anything different, if you had the chance to undo your regrets?
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| TAROT
Aries Certain factors may seem to slow you down, but they’re the ones that you’re using to summon your deeper strength and your unquestionable sense of purpose.
Cancer You may surprise yourself with what you decide is possible or even likely; you may determine that nothing is out of reach if you really want it — and that is the true spirit of this time in your life.
Libra What have you been through the past two months? Intense for sure, and maybe the most fun you’ve had in a long time. However, the developments involved are likely to have come with several important revelations and corrections in the course of your existence.
Capricorn Had someone not pointed out the connection, you might not have noticed that there is a continuity of theme from what you experienced over the winter to what you are about to experience over the summer, and for the remainder of the year.
Taurus Tend both the flame and its meaning. Both have what you might call life cycles, which is to say, they change, and when you monitor those changes and when you act in ways that are appropriate for the particular stage of your life, nature can act on your behalf.
Gemini You’ll need a basis upon which to make decisions and plan your actions. The primary reference points must be within you rather than in the world. An obvious example is a choice that is based on whether something looks good’.
Leo This is a time in life when certain commitments you have developed will deepen. Others will fall away like they never existed. Others will emerge as if from nowhere. But there is really only one commitment that truly matters — that which you offer to yourself.
Scorpio
Virgo There is little you will not achieve if you truly set out to do it. Yet at the same time you may be noticing a strange sense of apprehension approaching.
Sagittarius
Relationships are nothing if they are not functional. That is the test. Functional means the experience of loving and relating fits in your life, and your life fits into it.
Yes, you’re coming up with some pretty innovative ideas that will challenge you and everyone else — but you are all up for it. Thank God people have you around to keep life interesting.
Aquarius
You’re likely to see changes in your financial picture, and by all indications, changes mean improvements. It’s essential that you consider your economic and creative potential as something tangible and real, which is more a feeling than it is a thought. If what you learned last month has taken root, then space should be open inside you.
Recent events seem to have liberated you from some kind of professional commitment, even if they only helped you change your perspective, open up some possibilities, or sense how you actually feel without any guilt about it.
Pisces
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Plot 115, Road 10, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad Tel : 9249599999
RWardrobe
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Above Elahe, Rd No.10, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67114636
Tel : 44767900
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Punjagutta, Tel : 23400231
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Core Fitness Station ,Road No. 37, Jubilee Hills 1999 6559 040
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Krishna Pearls & Jewellers Inorbit Mall, Madhapur 19163 098490
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Oxford Book Store
Care Hospitals
Rd Number 1, Ambedkar Nagar
,Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills Tel : 30418488, 30116142
Rainbow Childrens Hospitals
Opp Barclays Bank, Road No 12, Banjara Hills. Tel:23324545
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COFFEE SHOPS Cuppa Nagarjuna Hills ,70 4014 4019 040
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Sunshine Hospitals Secunderabad, 040 4455 0000
The Birthplace Road No. 2, Banjara Hills 9999 6713 040
HOTELS ITC - Kakatiya
R K Plaza, Panjagutta 5786 2340 040
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Begumpet, Tel : 23400132
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Marriot
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Novotel
,Near NTR Gardens
INOX
Shamshabad - Tel : 66250000 Hitech City - Tel : 66824422
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Ground Floor, ,6-3-1110 Amrutha Mall, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda 5910 2341 040
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
PVR Cinemas
The Lounge-Cafe Coffee Day
,Hitech City - Madhapur Tel : 67676767 / 67676828
Minerva Coffee Shop
Banjara Road, Banjara Hills, Lane After City, OppTaj Krishna 61065 093946
SkyPark Cafe B/B1, Owners Pride,/8-2-68/1 5th Floor, # 12, Road, GS Nagar, Nandi Nagar 5510 6456 040
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PUBS
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TOT Nightclub
Patny Center, Secunderabad 9989222916
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,Road No.1, Banjara Hills
,Basheer Bagh, Tel : 23211083
Himayatnagar, 090000 26767
Near Reliance Digital, Rd. No. 12, Banjara Hills. Tel : 67118135
Dr Dog Care
Tel : 23552360
Walden
Audi
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Mangatrai
Gold’s Gym
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Cheque in favour of Bilgrami Media Publication
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Price : 7,000/- for one year
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Westin
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.Elvy Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd Road No. 12, Banjara Hills 69999403 040
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PET CARE Blue Cross Animal Shelter Neeru’s Emporio on Road No.36 Jubilee Hills, 040 3298 9858
Olive’s Pet Clinic ,DC Classifieds, Basheerbagh 25960 095507
Petcetera Home Stays International School, Tapovan Park, Manikonda, 098857 27269
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Lahari Bhanoor, Near Patancheru Tel:23492350
Leonia
Tel : 23350130 ,Road. No.1, Banjara Hills 66620390 040 .Begumpet, Tel : 40112222
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Origins Begumpet, Tel : 66629917 / 16
BIBA Punjagutta, 040 6678 2244
Westside ,Somajiguda Circle 0421 2340 040
CMR Shopping Mall Patny Center, Secunderabad 9989222916
SALONS Paris de salon
,Rd. No. 1, Banjara Hills Tel : 66465678, 23350744
Main Road, MLA Colony, Banjara Hills, Tel : 67120183
Golconda resorts and spa
Naturals Unisex Salon & Spa
,Osman Sagar Lake 6969 3069 040
RESTAURANTS Affair Plot No 115, Road 10, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad Tel : 9249899999
Little Italy ,Road. No. 92, Jubilee Hills Tel : 23558001 / 02
Glocal Junction Road No. 1,Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad 33165688 040
Chime ,Nanakramguda, Gachibowli 49251142 040
China Bistro
Inorbit, Madhapur 1111 4202 040
Manea Madhapur, 040 6453 2323
Lakme Salon Madhapur, 040 4021 2003
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SPAS Opium Spa’s ,Road No. 36, Jubilee Hills 0269 6589 040
Park Hyatt-Spa ,Road No. 2, Banjara Hills 1234 4949 040
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