Tulip Magazine August issue

HYDERABAD LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

AUGUST, 2011

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VOL 2 ISSUE 3 AUGUST 2011

Fitness

Stay fit with

AEROBICS Hyderabad Lifestyle Magazine

Cuisine

Continenetal Dishes from MasterChef

SMITA DUGAR 10 easy ways to lose

WEIGHT RNI NO.: APENG/2010/33719

Taapsee Pannu On life as a model, before stepping into Tollywood, her ride of success and what she loves to do besides acting.

RAMZAN

CELEBRATIONS A Day From His Diary Commissioner of Police

A.K.KHAN

Things to do on

FRIENDSHIP DAY

CONTENTS AUGUST, 2011

Volume-2

Issue-3

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Cover Story

Shagun and Taapsee Pannu Photography by : Raj Mohapatra for What’s In a Name Creatives

Make up by : Nikki Location courtesy : Marriot

43 Habitat

14 Entertainment

Hollywood, Bollywood, Tollywood and Sports

20 Tinsel Town

Take a sneak peek on what’s happening in town

25 Lifestyle

A Day From His Diary, Movie and Books Reviews, Art and Pets

36 Expedition

A Land of Rich History - Jordan

39 Beauty

All about Lipsticks

42 Wellbeing

Importance of Aerobics

Aliens - Space Station & Interior Gardening

52 Tulip Special

Explore the spirit of Ramzan

57 Cuisine

MasterChef Smita Dugar, revealing her culinary tips

58 Kinship

Ashish & Shweta Malpani

62 Campus Buzz

Mosaica American School

64 Automobiles

Latest cars from BMW & Porsche

68 Gadgets

Raymond Weil Phase de Luna, HP Touch Pad & latest cameras from Canon & Nikon

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK There is much more to August than mere festivals like Rakhi or celebrating Friendship Day, it’s the holy month of Ramadan, every citizen of Hyderabad looks forward to.

Therefore, this issue hallmarks an article on this much awaited festival, with quotes on how people celebrate with family and friends. Wishing all the readers, a very happy Independence Day, Ramadan, Friendship Day and Rakhi Celebrations.

Every Tollywood buff is talking about the beautiful Taapsee Pannu these days. Although attaining immense success and winning hearts of many around, she remains modest and on a candid conversation, she talks about her modeling days, career as a Tollywood actress and her forthcoming, much heard about, Bollywood flick.

This issue also features interviews of A K Khan, talking about his responsibilities, as the Commissioner of Hyderabad, his sheer passion towards sports and personal life; Smita Dugar, a finalist at MasterChef India, sharing her culinary tips, while she also mentions how the journey on becoming a chef set out – an avocation, which later became her profession and of course a few easy-to-make, yet nutritious Continental dishes for the readers.

It was such an extra-ordinary, (or should I term it ‘lucky’) coincidence, getting an opportunity to confer with the MD of Jordan Tourism, barely a week after I made an article on Jordan, for this issue. Fortunate enough to hear more interesting aspects, more opinions and those not-so-easily-found reviews about tourism at Jordan and the must visit places for someone, even for a 2/3 day stay there. Sitting over a cup of hot coffee, I gained the best part of the conversation, when he expressed his sheer delight on talking to Tulip. While exchanging the last words, he also mentioned about the world’s largest natural spa – Dead Sea. I must admit, it’s always good knowing more and deep about something which you already know – you just can’t help but to experience it and knowledge is like an ocean, the deeper you go, the more you explore. Well, just like the previous ones, this issue of August features just what the readers want.

Three things I have learnt from this issue One of the most endearing panoramas of life, are the times we spend with our friends. When looked back, these will be the moments, we remember and would treasure forever.

Who wouldn’t love a piece of classic painting? The age of Impressionism influenced many around and transformed the way people followed art.

Being fit is a persistent challenge and healthy lifestyle brings forth happiness, therefore, a rundown on a few simple, yet effective steps in Aerobics and its advantages.

Regards,

Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com

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SUNDAY

MONTHLY DIARIES

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Reebok Sale Till July 15th, 10:30 – 21:00

Get flat 40% off on apparel, footwear, sportswear and up to 20% off on accessories and perfumes.

Reebok Store Ph : 23350725

Big Fat Tomatina Festival And Rain Dance 2011 Get unlimited servings on food, beverages, Haleem and ice-creams for Rs.2999 (for a stag) and Rs.3999 (for couple). Enjoy the Friendship Day while being a part of the rain dance.

August 7th, 12:00 – 18:00 Contact : N Convention Centre, Ph : 98854 11111 Sunday Brunch @ Sweet Nirvana Every Sunday, Through August. Drop in for a great Sunday brunch where you can make your own brunch from the menu. Choose any juice, soup, appetizers, salad, main courses, made-to-order omelettes, waffles or dessert platters and ice cream.

Contact : Sweet Nirvana, Ph : 42414343 Sunday Brunch @ Arena Through August. A little bit of everybody is what a family is made of. A little bit of all that is good to eat, is what our Sunday Brunches are made of! There’s something for everyone - Grills, Pastas, Oriental, Continental, Indian, an array of desserts and more.

Contact : Taj Deccan, Ph : 66663939

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Curries from Karavali @ Spice Junxion Through August, 19:30 – 23:00 Dig into the heavenly steamed fluffy rice and coconut toddy cakes called Sannas, the Karavali Meen Gassi, thin handkerchief pancakes made out of rice flour, Lobster Puli Munchi and many more.

Contact : Taj Deccan, Ph : 66663939

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TUESDAY Express Lunch @ La Cantina Weekdays, 12:00 – 15:00 The pizza / Pasta express lunch at this exclusive and the only authentic Mexican restaurant in town. Soups, Salads, Garlic breads, choice of Pizzas and Pastas, Desserts and Cocktails on the menu.

Contact : Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph : 66824422

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Lifestyle Sale Till August 15th, 10:30 – 20:30

Get up to 50% off on your favourite brands in apparel, accessories and footwear in this August.

Contact : Lifestyle, Ph : 23410014

Independence Day Buffet @ Deccan Pavilion August 15th, 12:00 – 15:00 Be a part of this sumptuous buffet offerings and a wide variety of dishes from all across India, at this multi-cuisine restaurant.

Contact : ITC Kakatiya, Ph : 40081801

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Single Malt Series @ Atrium Bar Through August Every single malt has its history and its very own story to tell - its water source, its founder, and its country of origin! Be sure to stir up your bartender who guards these secrets fiercely. He will be happy to share these with you this month.

Contact : Taj Deccan, Ph : 66663939

Iftar Party @ Bidri Through August, 19:00 – 23:00 Celebrate the holy month of Ramzan with Hyderabad Marriott. Savor the authentic Hyderabadi delicacies in a special Ramadan bazaar to celebrate the festival of brotherhood.

Contact : Marriott Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph : 27522999

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A Feast In The East @ Syn August 12th – 21st Thai Food Festival with chef from Thai pavilion. Pair these culinary highlights with Syn’s extraordinary made-toorder Martiniis.

Contact : Taj Deccan, Ph : 66663939

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Food festivals, upcoming events and what’s new in Times Franchise Expo Chowki Dinner Momos and Beers August 27th and 28th, @ Bidri Momo Café town. All this 28 11:00 – 19:00 29 Through August, 30 @Through August The Times Franchise 19:00 – 23:30 and lots more. Expo-Hyderabad will provide a Bidri, our specialty restaurant now Fancy this! Thin slices of dough wrapped around the vegetarian platform to India’s Biggest B2B wears a traditional Hyderabadi Your guide and non-vegetarian fillings dipped Marketplace. The exhibition will ambience with Chowki seating. into the Tibetan soup - Thupa. attract many visitors from different Experience royalty Nawabi style parts of world. The trade show to the city with authentic Hyderabadi fare in Not to amiss with the chilled beer served with it. is being organized by Aquarius the comfort of the Chowki.

Contact : Courtyard of Marriott Events & Conferences.

Contact : Marriott Hyderabad happenings!

Hyderabad, Ph : 27522999 Contact : Taj Krishna, Ph : 6666232 Convention Centre, Ph : 27522999

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WEDNESDAY

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Lunch Buffet @ Clove Through July, 12:00, 15:00

10 types of salads, one veg. and one non veg. starter and soup, 2 non veg. curries, Biryanis and Noodles, apart from South Indian cuisine and 5 types of desserts.

The Platinum Ph : 44116666 Yang can Cook @ Deccan Pavilion August 5th – 14th, 19:30 – 23:00 The Chinese selection will never be the same here. Yang served three Chinese premiers, during his visit to India so far and is now all set to infuse his magic in the buffets at Deccan Pavilion.

Contact : ITC Kakatiya, Ph : 40081801

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Liquid Buffet @ Underdeck Through August, 19:30 – 22:30 Get unlimited liquor from selected domestic brands for Rs.750/- and Rs.999/- along with chef’s choice vegetarian and nonvegetarian snacks.

Contact : Taj Banjara, Ph : 66669999

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Ramdan Platters @ Waterside Café Through August, 19:30 – 23:45 Relish on yummy traditional platters of Haleem and other famous dishes, through the holy month of Ramadan.

Contact : Taj Banjara, Ph : 66669999

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THURSDAY The Emerging Palette @ Shrishti Art Till August 14th, 11:00 – 19:00 The Alliance Française of Hyderabad and the Goethe-Zentrum, in association with Shrishti Art Gallery present an exhibition of paintings, drawings, etchings and sculptures by emerging artists.

Contact : Shrishti Art Gallery, Ph : 23540023

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India Travel and IT Mart 2011 August 11th –13th, 11:00 – 19:00 The event will focus on the travel and IT markets of India and abroad promises to provide both industries with the opportunity to tap Indian markets by organizing a forum of one-toone business meetings.

Contact : HICC, Ph : 66824422

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Winged Migration : Documentary Screening August 18th, 18:00 onwards This documentary follows several species of migratory birds over a four year filming period. This is in collaboration with Birdwatchers’ Society of Andhra Pradesh.

Contact : Goethe-Zentrum, Ph : 65526443

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Happy Hours @ Bottles and Chimney Through August, 12:00 – 20:00

Buy a drink and get a one as a complimentary, during the Happy Hours.

Ph : 27766464

FRIDAY German Waiting @ Goethe-Zentrum August 5th, 18:30 Ilona from Germany, who has been in Hyderabad since March, in this interactive lecture will raise awareness on different understandings of cultures and reduce insecurities by giving useful tips and links.

Ph : 65526443

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Midnight Buffet @ Okra Every Friday and Saturday, through August

For all you night birds, our midnight buffet is back! Delicious Biryanis, crisp Dosas and dessert - all of this at just Rs.300 + taxes.

Contact : Marriott Hyderabad Convention Centre, Ph : 27522999 Born in Absurdistan : German Movie Screening August 19th, 18:30 onwards. A case of mistaken identity is a common theme for comedy films. In Born in Absurdistan, a mix-up of two babies on Viennese maternity ward kicks off the action in this at times chaotic film.

Contact : Goethe-Zentrum, Ph : 65526443

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SATURDAY

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Piano Concert @ Lamakaan August 6th, 18:30

The young and talented Michelle Olschewsky comes to Hyderabad to delight us with an exquisite piano concert!

Contact : Lamakaan, Ph : 66824422

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Hindu Metro Plus Lifestyle Show 2011 @ HITEX August 11th – 15th, 11:00 – 19:00.

Come and be the first one to check out the wide array of electronics, furniture, furnishings, apparel, fashion jewellery and much more.

Ph : 40404160 Lunch Buffet @ Indi Joe’s Weekdays, Through August, 12:30 – 15:00 A wide spread of Continental, Chinese and Indian dishes with a mouth watering choice of desserts including a chocolate fountain for the kids.

Ph : 66683333

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Mesmerizing Margaritas @ Dublin Through August, 20:00 – 23:30 This August, indulge in an exotic spread of Margaritas, which include famous ones like – Bartenders, Creamsicles and many more apart from the fruit based.

Contact : ITC Kakatiya, Ph : 40081950

Dismantling Nuclear Power Plants : Documentary screening August 27th, 17:30 In a world increasingly concerned about global warming and competition for power sources, nuclear power is enticing because it provides economic energy with little carbon dioxide emissions.

Contact : Goethe Zentrum, Ph: 65526443

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Lunch Buffet @ News Café Weekdays, Through August, 12:30 – 15:30

Enjoy a wide range of delectable dishes from Indian and Continental cuisines during the lunch, with a complimentary beer or a soft drink.

Contact : News Café, Ph : 40101234 JUNE, 2011 13

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ENTERTAINMENT

BEYONCE KNOWLES Wants to be remembered as a Legend You’ll never hear Beyonce complaining about her weight or whining for attention. That’s because, unlike Khloe Kardashian and so many other celebrities, this star possesses actual talent. She also has an admirable view on life, telling the latest issue of complex - ‘Whenever I feel bad, I use that feeling to motivate me to work harder. I only allow myself one day to feel sorry for myself. People who complain really get on my nerves. When I am not feeling my best I ask myself - ‘What are you gonna do about it? ‘I use the negativity to fuel the transformation into a better me.’ The artist is in the prime of her career, of course, but she also touches on her legacy in this interview. How does she want to be remembered? – ‘I just want my legacy to be great music. Someone who was a risk taker and someone who had songs that struck conversation and emotion.’

‘PRISONERS OF FAME’ H O L L Y W O O D

Matt, on Brad and Angelina

Matt Damon feels sorry for his high-profile pals like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie because they are prisoners of fame. The movie star feels blessed that he hasn’t become a tabloid target, despite his success, because he’s allowed to go out for a walk without it becoming an international incident. In a recent interview Damon said – ‘I have friends who are like prisoners. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, for instance. They can’t just go someplace. I am really lucky, because I have the best of both worlds.

I do the work that I love and need, but don’t need paramilitary troops to protect me when I walk out my front door.’ And he credits Luciana, his wife of eight years, for keeping him out of the public eye – ‘Ever since I found my wife and we had children, my whole life revolves around that. It gave my life a dramatic change in direction. ‘I am not as crazy as most of the other stars. I don’t really know why, probably because I married a woman who isn’t an actress. And we live in New York.’ As long as we don’t show up in typical tourist spots, we can walk the streets without being noticed. New Yorkers are very cool, they don’t flip out if they see me.

MICHELLE OBAMA On extreme make over

First lady Michelle Obama will appear on Extreme Makeover - Home Edition as a part of her ongoing joining forces initiative to help military families. The White House made the announcement today Monday. Michelle will tape the episode with a military family, the Marshalls, in Fayetteville, N.C., later this week. The show will feature Barbara Marshall, a 15-year Navy veteran who started a home called ‘The Steps-N-Stages Jubilee House.’

That establishment gives homeless female vets a place to stay and other aid. Hard to think of a better cause for Obama or anyone else to support!

The Extreme Makeover team will be building a new jubilee house in this week’s taping. The episode of the ABC show is scheduled to air in October. This is not Michelle Obama’s first stop to promote joining forces.

Last month, the First Lady taped a special appearance on iCarly on Nickelodeon. That episode is most probably slated to air in next year January.

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ENTERTAINMENT

HOT JACQUELINE FERNANDEZ Bhabhi in Housefull II

B O L L Y W O O D

Sri Lankan beauty Jacqueline Fernandez seems to be everywhere in the news and gossip columns these days. Her last release Murder 2 has turned out to be a super hit with her new bold avatar being liked by her fans and the latest rumors doing rounds are that something is cooking between the hot beauty and her Houseful 2 Director, Sajid Khan. Jacqueline recently split with her boy friend who was a Prince from the Middle East and sources attribute this breakup to her growing closeness with Sajid and if reports are to be believed, then some people on the sets of Houseful 2 even refer to Miss Fernandez as Bhabi. Whether or not, the two share a romantic alliance with each other, will come out soon. Jacqueline said –‘Housefull 2 is going into a completely different zone. You won’t see any actress from the film in a bikini. It is very family oriented.’

DON 2

Catch the deadly look of Shahrukh Khan Farhan Khan had most intelligently apprehended the success of his Don and had left the movie at an ending which left it open for a sequel and sure enough Don 2, set to release on December 23, is the most awaited movie of the year. The original one had ended with Roma (Priyanka Chopra) realizing that Don had survived and it was Vijay who had met his end.

So, the sequel takes its lead here and in Don 2, SRK will be seen chasing all those who had betrayed him. You can easily anticipate a lot of high-energy action in this flick. While SRK, Priyanka Chopra, Boman Irani and Om Puri carry on from the original one, Lara Dutta and Kunal Kapoor will be fresh additions to the sequel. Check out the killing look of SRK on the posters of Don 2. Shanrukh Khan said - ‘I am excited to be shooting in Berlin, I like the darkness of the buildings, the starkness of the winter, people dressed in overcoats and wearing mufflers and dark glasses and black cars going around.’

SANJAY AND SALMAN Co-host Bigg Boss 5

Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt have shared screen space in movies such as Saajan, Chal Mere Bhai and recently were seen together in a shot in Ready. Now the duo will be seen together on the small screen hosting the popular reality show Bigg Boss 5.

While Salman was the host of Bigg Boss 4 earlier, this is the first time Sanjay Dutt would be seen hosting the reality show. The audiences would like it, even if they get to see the duo create magic on the small screen for a few episodes. Bigg Boss - Season 4, which was hosted by Salman Khan, was viewed by over 90 million viewers from across the country and the finale episode had generated a TVR of 6.7. Bigg Boss, dominated so far by a single personality, will also have two anchors for the first time. Both Salman and Sanjay are all praises for each other. Talking about Sanjay, Sallu states that the viewers will enjoy a ‘differential appeal with the presence of Sanjay’, while the ‘Munnabhai’ star going gaga about Salman’s anchoring in season 4, expressed, ‘I thought he was mind-blowing with his sense-of-humor and inimitable style.’

16 AUGUST, 2011

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ENTERTAINMENT

KAJAL AGGARWAL Feels superstitious

Kajal, who is acting with Ajay Devgn in Singham, believes in a unique superstition. She thinks that the colour white is lucky for her. Her claim is that in whichever south movie she has worn a white coloured outfit in her introductory shot, the movie has gone on to be a success. In Singham too, the actress was given a white coloured salwar-kameez for her first shot. The filmmakers shouldn’t have a problem with that and some of them might want her drenched too! Kajal Agarwal is now, these days is being confident about her Bollywood movie Singham opposite Ajay Devgan. She is also very confident the film will do in Box Office. She is getting nice reviews to the song Sathiya where she romances Ajay. She wore sari in this song and looks lovely.

T O L L Y W O O D

PRABHU DEVA AND NAYANTHARA About their wedding

Choreographer-Actor-Director Prabhu Deva has finally come out of the court settlement with his wife, seeking divorce from her. A couple of days ago, Prabhu Deva’s estranged wife Ramalatha (with whom he led marital life for 15 long years) agreed to Prabhu Deva’s terms to release him, and he can go ahead to marry Nayanthara. Now that decks have been cleared for their marriage, actress Nayantara and Prabhu Deva are said to be planning to hold their much-awaited marriage in July. The couple, who have been going around for more than an year now, have reportedly started the arrangements already. Close sources also revealed that orders have already been placed with a leading silk store in Kancheepuram for weaving an expensive silk sari for Nayanthara to be worn on the day of wedding. The marriage will be held in a popular five-star hotel at Chennai in a grand manner and Prabhu Deva’s relatives and friends within and outside the Kollywood, Tollywood, Mollywood and Bollywood industries are expected to attend to the wedding. Prabhu Deva is a happy man now as divorce got sanctioned. Soon to be couple are thinking to settle in Mumbai as Prabhu Deva wants to concentrate on his Bollywood career and they want to divert media attention. Officially they have to announce soon.

VENKATESH AND SRIKANTH In a mythological movie

It is known that victory Venkatesh is all set to act in a mythological comedy movie under the direction of Dasarath. If everything goes fine, Ileana would be heroine and Prakash Raj will play the role of Lord Bramha. This is the first time Venkatesh is going to do a mythological movie. Paruchuri Prasad would produce this flick. Another interesting point to be known is that, Srikanth would share screen with Venkatesh once again. Earlier, both of them worker together for movies like Sankranti. Apart from this, Venky given his nod for the remake of another Bollywood hit movie Golmaal 3, under the direction of one of the best comedy Director – Sreenu Vaitla.

On the other hand, Venky is currently busy with Bodyguard with Trisha as her heroine.

18 AUGUST, 2011

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ENTERTAINMENT

MARK WEBBER

To remain with RedBull Mark Webber has no doubts, he wants to remain at Red Bull next year despite his recent fallout with team principal Christian Horner. The latest team orders saga that unfolded at the British Grand Prix might have made Webber think twice about remaining at a marque that again appeared to show bias towards Sebastian Vettel. Closing in on Vettel over the closing laps at Silverstone as he was clearly faster than the world champion at that stage, Webber chose to ignore instructions from his race engineer to hold his position. An attempted pass on Vettel on the penultimate lap in a bid to take second place forced Horner onto the radio, telling the Australian to maintain the gap. Clear-the-air talks followed during which both men aired their point of view, agreeing to disagree as Webber wanted to fight to the end, whilst Horner was eager to avoid a potential crash. Whichever view is taken, Webber’s decision to act for himself and not for the good of the team could have been detrimental to his future.

BARCA CONFIRMS SANCHEZ € 26 million transfer

S P O R T S

Barcelona have confirmed an agreement has been reached over the signing of Udinese forward Alexis Sanchez on a 26 million euro transfer. The Chile international will undergo a medical examination, before putting pen to paper on a five-year contract. Sanchez, 22, has been heavily linked with the European Cup winners for the majority of the summer, but there was also interest from the likes of Chelsea and Manchester City. Barca coach Pep Guardiola has made no secret of his admiration of the pacey winger and has now finally got his man after negotiations between the two clubs. A statement said - ‘Udinese and FC Barcelona have reached a definitive agreement for the transfer of Alexis Sanchez. The medical, signing of his contract for the next five years and presentation will take place on Monday.’ Sanchez spent three seasons in Udinese and scored 12 goals in 31 appearances in Serie-A last term to help the club finish fourth and qualify for the Champions League. He was also a member of the Chile squad which reached the quarter-finals of this summer’s Copa America, where they were beaten by Venezuela.

CHRIS BLANKS Leads in Vancouver

American Kris Blanks held the early clubhouse lead at the RBC Canadian Open after shooting an opening 67 in Vancouver. Blanks carded an eagle at the par-five seventh, his third-last hole, to go with three birdies and two bogeys, to finish on three under and led by a shot from five players. Ernie Els, Brett Quigley, Bill Lunde and Kevin Kisner all shot 68s at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club. Els carded three birdies and a bogey, while Quigley, Lunde and Kisner each had four birdies and two bogeys. Canada’s Matt McQuillan and Tag Ridings were also two under through 17 and four holes respectively. A group of seven players, including Rickie Fowler and Lucas Glover, contenders at The Open last week, were in the clubhouse a shot further back on one under. World number one Luke Donald had just started his round and was level par after the opening hole. Fellow Englishman Paul Casey could only manage a six-over-par 76.

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TINSEL TOWN

CUP CAKES & DESSERTS Orange Feathers Aarti and Usha Badruka of Orange Feathers, in association with Anju Jain organized ‘A Cup Cake Morning’ with an array of desserts for guests. The event also showcased their designer collection for Monsoon from renowned designers like - Monisha Thayramal, Pratima Gaurav, Anupam Soumya and many more. Everyone shopped to their heart’s content and relished the yummy desserts made by Anju jain. To name a few who were spotted at the event were - Manjula Narsa, Seema Kedia, Nikita Reddy, Komal Jain, Sunita Gaggar, Amrit Kaur and many more.

Breez

Poonam

Usha & Aarti

Anju Jain

Minakshi

Komal & Tamanna

Asma

Neha & Sheetal

JWT MINDSET To acquire majority stake in mindset advertising

Santha, Ram & Anvar

JWT, the leading global advertising network and India’s largest integrated communications company, has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Mindset Advertising Private Limited, Hyderabad’s highly awarded advertising agency, which had so far been a JWT associate. Santha John will head the JWT Hyderabad operation, which has a number of blue-chip clients, especially in Hyderabad’s key sectors of IT, education, health-care and infrastructure. JWT Hyderabad consists of a team of creative people and offers a full-service range of creative services, strategic planning and execution in digital, print and television. Major clients include ADP, Airtel, and Pepsi.

JOS ALUKKAS Inauguration Telugu cinema Prince and superstar Mahesh Babu launches Jos Alukkas showroom in Hyderabad. This jewellery store, which has its presence across Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry opened its 25th showroom in Hyderabad. The Managing Director of Jos Alukkas said that there are plans to open four more showrooms.

20 AUGUST, 2011

Mahesh Babu inaugurating Jos Alukkas

KAKATIYA LADIES CLUB Health and healing Dr. Vijayanand, Director of Axon Pain Center, spoke at the Kakatiya Ladies Club, answering questions about health and fitness, like - why are we inconveniently vulnerable to pain?, How could we comfortably manage it and many more. The talk weaved, crossed and diverged between Science, Philosophy and Psychology, to conclude individualized care, rather than cookbook medicine is the key. The event was well attended with intelligent and sparkling discussions provided by the audience.

Heena

Bharti

Anitha Verghese

Bina Netha

Manisha

Priya

Pretty

Akanksha

MIRRORS & BEYOND Launch of new salon and spa

Diksha

Dinaz

Dr. D. Ramanaidu

Mirrors salon and beauty spa launched yet another branch of its own, with the name - Mirrors And Beyond.

Most of the renowned actors and actresses of Tollywood and political personalities have come down to be a part of this grand event. They were all seen mingling and appreciating the ambience, hospitality and facilities at this extraordinary spa. This place offers the best foot massages and pedicure treatments. It is manned by a qualified and well experienced team of global standard styling products handpicked organic products in the most hygienic environment.

Jhansi

Jayasudha

Sunil

Pooja

Poonam AUGUST, 2011 21

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TINSEL TOWN

MARRIAGE MANTRA Wedding & Lifestyle Fair - 2011 This two-day exhibition held at Taj Krishna had famous Indian designers, displaying Indian and Western wear, jewellery, bags, footwear, saris, salwar suits, wedding trousseau, home furnishings, dĂŠcor and lifestyle products, rachis, gifts and many more. Marriage Mantra was established with an aim to bring a revolution in the wedding and shopping industry through the Wedding Directory and various exhibitions organized round the year. It was visited by over 4000 people in a single day, mostly by affluent women with high purchasing capacity.

Varthika

Priyanka

Disha

Swetha

Posing

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KANGAN Discover the new tastes

Nida

Kangan Restaurant 22 AUGUST, 2011

Uzra

Hussain

The restaurant is a contemporary interpretation of rustic Indian flavors mainly from the North-West Frontier region of Peshawar. Also inspired by the culinary traditions of the Middle East, Iran and Afghanistan, the food style incorporates the evolved richness of indigenous curries from various regions across India. The cuisine sparkles in myriad ways by bringing out many undiscovered facets of authentic Indian cuisine with its unique use of time tested ingredients transformed by eclectic combinations and modern presentations.

John Karen

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FICCI LADIES Women Leadership Sudha Murthy - author, social worker and wife of Narayana Murthy recently addressed the gathering of FICCI Ladies Organization at a hotel in the city. Dressed in a colourful cotton sari, she enthralled the audience with her speech, addressing the leadership of women.

Spotted in the crowd were - Pinky Reddy, Indra Reddy, Madhavi Chandra, Parvathi Reddy, Chandana Chakravarthy, Swethambari, Saritha Reddy, Beenu Singh and others. All these guests had a wonderful evening and admitted they were glad to be a part of this moment.

Sapna, Sonali & Mourya

Aparna & Padmaja

Madhavi

Pinky & Indira Reddy

Chandana

Sudha Murthy

Parvathi Reddy

JEWELLERY EXHIBITION

By Namita Singhvee

Bina Mehta

Manitha

Menaka

Tina

Pragna

Shital

This exclusive designer diamond jewellery exhibition hosted by Namita Singhvee at a star hotel in the city, had socialites who got together for an afternoon full of shopping and catching up with close friends. Attended the event were Anju Jain, Sirisha Mulpuru, Manjula Narsa, Moni Agarwal, Deepa Gupta, Shweta Kadiri, Kashish and others. Ladies walked in flaunting their designer bags and checked out the collections. Tollywood producer Ramesh was also spotted at the do and guests kept pouring in all through the day.

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Shilpa

Ashu

Brinda

Nikita Reddy

CLUB SE LA VIE Party in Greek Style

Prakruti

Rajini

Nikitha Reddy hosted a greek toga party for her ladies club se la vie in association with denty’s at Ahala Tajkrishna, the place was totally done up as per the greek theme , hundreds of candles were lit and the grape bunches were hanging from the branches and each member was given a tiara to b worn as per the theme. Total 80 members attended the event were they had loads of fun playing all the traditional games n best dressed prizes were given out. The party unwinded with music dance wine and ofcourse the lovely greek food .... the members had a blast.

Bobby

Neha

Swathi

Trisha

Kushboo

Shital

Pragati

Deepti

Sneha

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A Day From His Diary...

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8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Critical time of may day ! It involves being in a tele conference for one hour, with 26 senior police officers of the city and officers of special bra nch. We discuss the day ’s business as also several crit ical, important and urg ent issues.

We take stock of the fac ts during the day gone by.

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10:00 AM – 1:45 PM Take off to the office and attend to the administrative work, may be a visit to the Chief Office or Secretariat etc., a little while later some traditional break fast.

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Post etable salads and curd.

It includes some rice, veg – PM 5 rk!

1.4 wo d the un to aro k ch Lun yers. Then bac siesta and afternoon pra lunch, for 15-20 minutes,

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3:00 PM TO 6:00 PM This is the most existing par t of the day! Around 60-70 visitors who range ver y common people to from the high and mighty com e to the counseling with problems seeking solutio their n. Interactions with them help in assessing the sta policing in the city. tus of

6:00 PM TO 7:00 PM Some field work, interactions with the city Police Officers concerning administrative work.

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find enthusiasm. Whenever I these sports with equal tch wa I ned e! sig , cor me the ho to at t s of cricket bat I love Tennis and Cricke my life! I have a collection of eral e sev gam and the an It’s dm t.

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t theatre / art events / Ghazal e sure to attend as many prominen mak I ies. mov hing watc like I than e ally help my kids with their studies, at I enjoy watching theatres plays mor time with family is a priority. I occasion uate adeq ding in English Spen city. the in g ping with family and read books both concerts as possible happenin family. When time permits, I go for shop with ys alwa it’s and out eat I th, home. Once in a mon and Telugu.

5 THINGS PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME… t I do not distinguish between the poor and rich. For me, every citizen is equally important. Value System : A loss has to be associated with human feelings. This is one important lesson I learned and a principle I follow. t I am a fun loving person. I try to lighten up the office atmosphere with my sense of humour, even during the most serious situations. I love sports, whether it is playing or watching it on TV. t I cherish the company of my kids and family more than anything else. Needless to say, they are an important part of my life. t I get so close to and mingle well with my personal staff. I talk to them about lot of things in a lighter vein. I keep very few friends but they are very close and intimate with me. I always cherish their company. t I am emotionally attached to Hyderabad and I love walking through the City and interacting with diverse people.

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MONKEYAS A PET

Monkeys are one of the most intelligent ones on earth. You may think a monkey would make a great pet, but this is not the case. Dogs and cats have evolved for thousands of years to be domestic pets to man. Monkeys are wild. They will never adapt to being in a home. It is very expensive to keep a primate happy and healthy...

HOUSING Monkeys are agile, smart and have nimble fingers. Escaping out of a cage is not a big task for them. Make sure the cage is constructed of strong materials. Do not underestimate the strength or the intelligence of a monkey.

The cage needs to be big. The bigger the cage the better it is.

The height should not be less

The branches and plants should be changed occasionally to provide variety. Monkeys are intelligent and need a lot of variety. Please avoid use of toxic plants and branches.

Monkeys love to bathe, splash and play. If you can incorporate a pond into the cage your monkey would love you for it.

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than six feet. Monkeys feel secure in a high cage. Thousands have to be spend to build a secure and safe primate cage. Do not use anything less than a 12 gauge wire.

A monkey that doesn’t bite is extremely rare and their teeth are sharp. Monkeys are impulsive, unpredictable and excitable. A monkey can never be toilet trained.

Monkeys should not be left lonely. They are social animals and socializing with you is not enough. They will A heated sleeping area must be feel lonely, become sick or may even die... included. If they feel cold they must have a place to go which is warm. If the cage is built inside, make sure it is in a well-ventilated area. Monkeys need light to survive, so provide them with a vita-lites (replicates natural sunlight.) Primates need this light for their skeletal development.

The floor of the cage should be wire, high enough off the ground so that the monkey can’t reach the food that has dropped to the ground.

Another reason is, it needs to be high so that it can be raked and cleaned easily. The floor can also be cement or linoleum for easy disinfecting and cleaning.

Variety is an important key to feeding a primate. Feed him a commercial primate diet. Supplement the primate diet with fruits, cooked vegetables like carrots, raw vegetables, seeds, nuts, wheat bread and boiled eggs. Feed the monkey - insects like crickets, grasshoppers and mealworms. Wild primates feed on fruits, nuts, seeds, berries, insects, lizards, rodents and small birds.

HEALTH Monkeys need a complete health check-up very often. They need their TB test to protect their health. Also needed are a parasite examination and a complete blood screening. Find out the vaccination requirements for monkeys.

FUR N FEATHERS For all those animal lovers, who’ve waited to own pets which no one else has, your wait has finally ended! Here’s bringing to you the first exotic pet store in Hyderabad - Fur n Feathers! This first of its kind outlet offers unusual, high quality and exclusive pets from places like South America, Australia, Philippines etc, which one would have otherwise only seen on the world-wide-web and desired to own. Fur n Feathers offer quality food for all sorts of pets from international brands like Pedigree, Royal Canin and Mr Lords and strive to make your pets’ lives more fun and exciting with our selection of fashionable pet apparel, chic carriers, exciting toys, yummy treats, nature-friendly toiletries and amazing accessories. As an added feature, Fur n Feathers also provide pet training, taming and grooming too. Expect to own any, from the following range - Scarlet Macaw, Blue and Gold Macaw, African Grey Parrot, Sulpher Crusted Cockatoo, Mullucan Cockatoo, Rossella’s Chattering Lorry, Sun Conure, Cocktails, Budreigars, Ornamental Poultry, Pheasants, Rabbits, Hamsters, Ornamental Snakes, Persian and Siamese Cats, various varieties of fish, different breeds of pups and all kinds of imported and exotic birds and animals. Fur n Feathers know what the pet owners want, for their animals and hence promise to provide nothing but the best. Come indulge your pet with the finest or yourself with a finest pet!

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A meditative take on growing up, becoming a man, taking responsibility for one’s actions, it has the courage to go for long periods with no dialogue. A scene where Hrithik Roshan does a Finding Nemo and another, where the boys discover the joys of sky diving is all about seizing the moment and living for the day. Cliches all, but shot with such sisterly care that the boys flourish in the female gaze.

Naturally the trip to Spain is not just a trip. It is a journey of the soul.

There’s Kabir whose family runs a contruction company. There’s Imran, a copywriter who is a poet in his spare time (and fortunately writes Javed Akhtar style poems). And there’s Arjun, a stockbroker who lives in London and has trouble with commitment. So that’s Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar and Hrithik Roshan. And naturally the love of a free spirited good woman Katrina Kaif will cure Hrithik of his permanent state of melancholy.

Lots of manly tears. Even more bare chests on the beach. And many more scenes of drinking wine and tossing back shots (where the women give as good as the men get). It’s all very glamorous. And very seductive. Yet the film pulls you in, partly because of the frank, unvarnished performances by its leads.

Hrithik is lovely as Arjun, shorn of the pretence that his recent performances have shown. Farhan is sensitive, soulful and perfectly capable of reading out his father’s poetry. And Abhay for a change is playing the rich brat who is virtually press ganged into marrying his family friend Kalki Koechlin, giving a perfectly posed performance as a spolit little madam.

My favourite moment of the film?

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he film is gentle, taking time out to look at horses running in the meadows, feel the wind the air, swim with the fish underwater. All that male beauty may be a little manipulative and the plot is a little contrived - three adventure sports to test your courage - but the story keeps you engaged.

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Cracking jokes on teachers, fights over girlfriends, silly word games, bare chests, ripped muscles, streaked hair, glossy looking and a movie, beautifully written. I must admit, by the time I finished watching Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, I was convinced there is nothing more beautiful then friendship - the moments you share with your friends will always remain special.

The showy moment when Hrithik discovers the meaning of life with one deep sea dive with Katrina Kaif, Farhan confronts his pot smoking ageing painter dad - may not tell you who he is, but it’s a lovely piece of casting and even when Abhay decides he has to run with the bulls.

Director : Zoya Akhtar Starring : Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol, Katrina Kaif and Kalki Koechlin.

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Rekha made her debut in the Bollywood movie Sawan Badhon. Directed and produced by Mohan Segal, the movie also starred the gold medalist from the Film And Television Institute of India, Navin Nischol (Vikram), playing two different roles. A bunch of local, simple village girls led by the feisty Chanda (Rekha) happen upon a scene where Vikram rescues them, by fighting against the villains and he ends up falling in love with Chanda. It is one of the most thrilling movies ever and was a huge hit.

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She is noted s of Indian cin se es tr ac t es fin flawless as one of the s. Her beauty is u o e rg o g d ea invented She is drop-d able. She has re cc e p im is g n ti ed for and her ac has been credit d an es m ti s u e a look herself numero atus. Let us hav st er h n ai st su r… her ability to n cinema so fa ia d In in s es cc at her su 1978

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Rekha (Zora Begum) plays a role of a bar dancer in the movie – Muqaddar Ka Sikander, where Sikander (Amitabh Bachchan) visits frequently to drink. Zora eventually falls in love with Sikandar and this in turn angers Dilawar (Amjad Khan) a hard core criminal who loves Zora and will kill anyone who lays an eye on her. The film was the top grossing hit of 1978, becoming a blockbuster. It placed in the top three grossing hits for the entire 1970s decade. It was nominated for several major Filmfare awards, including Best Movie.

1975

Dharmatma was the first ever Bollywood movie to be shot in Afghanistan (Band-e-Amir). Directed and produced by Feroz Khan, Rekha got a chance to act with famous actors like – Hema Malini, Farida Jalal, Danny Denzongpa, Ranjeeth, Helen, Dara Singh and others. The movie also showcased the female lead in a glamorous look for the first time. All the songs, including - Tere Chehre Mein Wo Jaadu Hain were huge hits.

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Directed by Rama Rao Tatineni, the movie - Maang Bharo Sajna is a remake of a Telugu movie Karteeka Deepam. The movie also stars famous actors like Jitendra, Moushumi Chatterjee, Om Shivpuri, Asrani and others.

The movie of Aap Ki Khatir was a remake of an American film titled - Pete’s Sake (1974) that stars Barbra Streisand. Sagar (Vinod Khanna) leaves all his wealth and marries a poor girl named – Sarita (Rekha). While Sarita feels guilty and takes a loan from a bank and gives the money to Vinod, asking him to give that money to stockbroker friend to invest.

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Directed by Yash Chopra, Silsila is a romantic movie which starts with Amitabh Bachchan (Amit) in love with Rekha (Chandni) and promises to marry her, until Jaya Bhaduri (Shobha) loses her husband Shashi Kapoor (Shekar) in a plane accident. Amit develops pity on Shobha and marries her, leaving a note to Chandni, asking to forget Amit. This leaves Chandni heartbroken. The movie takes more twists and turns. Directed by Muzaffar Ali, the movie of Umrao Jaan is based on an Urdu novel Umrao Jaan Ada (1905), written by Mirza Hadi Ruswa based on the famous Lucknow courtesan. Umrao Jaan (Rekha) catches the

1986

Yet again, Rekha emerged winner with her spontaneous comic timing in this movie Jhooti, directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. This movie proves that speaking truth is not always the right thing to do.

As the title suggests that the movie is about a female (Rekha) who is a liar and it is this female who shows how much lying can be a worthy quality.

1987

1988

This family drama revolves around the lead pair played by Rekha and Farooq Shaikh who act as married couple. Biwi Ho To Aisi is all about, how the character Shalu (Rekha) overcomes all obstacles in her married life to win over the acceptance of her domineering mother-in-law. The move also marks the acting debut of Salman Khan.

1999

The movie of Lajja is based on the plight of women in India. The movie satirizes the honor with which women are placed in society and the restrictions on them. Rekha (Ramdulaari) plays a role of an educated woman in her society and bravely who opposes the village leaders, who hold orthodox beliefs. Rekha was nominated as the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award for this movie.

2003

Over the thirty odd years of her career, Rekha has managed to reverse the trajectory of many other Bollywood dream girls. She has gone from being a starlet to being an actress to being a model.

She has acted in over 180 films in a career that has spanned 40 years. Noted for her versatility as an actress, Rekha was particularly recognized for playing female-oriented characters. She was obese and plump in her first films in the early 70s but underwent a spectacular transformation. She credits the regular nutritious diet and exercise as the secret to her ageless face and figure. She was known as the Madonna and Cher of the Bollywood industry because of her constant reinvention throughout her career and became the ageless icon of beauty and glamour of Bollywood. She is a vegan. She loves to read comics. Her favourites include Dennis, The Menace and Archie. She also loves nature, and enjoys working in her garden and taking care of her plants.

The action thriller of Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi, stars Rekha (Maya) in her first villain role, who hosts illegal wrestling match in the U.S. and has the full support of the American Police Commissioner. Maya, who also plays a role as an elder sister to Priya (Raveena Tandon), has Ajay (Akshay Kumar’s brother) in her custody and would release him, only if Ajay over incriminating documents.

Rekha (Sonia Mehra) plays the role of a sensitive, caring mother to his developmentally disabled, Hrithik Roshan (Rohit) in this sci-fi Bollywood movie, directed by Rakesh Roshan – Koi Mil Gaya. The movie was screened at the Jerusalem Film Festival and Denmark NatFilm Festival. Rekha was nominated for the best supporting actress for this movie.

2005

Rekha did a different role altogether with her cameo appearance in the song – Kaisi Paheli Zindagani in this musical drama - Parineeta. The film was also showcased at prominent International film festivals. It won the Filmfare Awards apart from several prominent awards. The director went on to win the National Award for Best First Film.

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Rekha (Soni) plays a role of a young, smart, charming girl who returns to her hometown from a huge city where she worked as a garment merchant, in the movie Pyar Ki Jeet. Dr. Rehman (Shashi Kapoor) a renowned doctor at the same village, falls in love with Soni.

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Rekha won the National Film Award for best actress and was also nominated for Filmfare.

2007

The movie of Yatra is about remembering characters from Dasrath’s celebrated novel Janaza, reconstructing the true story of the novel’s protagonist – Lajvanti (Rekha) from their own perspective. Fact and fiction merge together to create a new journey.

Directed by Gautam Ghose, the movie also starts Nana Patekar as Dasrath Joglekar and Nakul Vaid as Mohan, a moviemaker.

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19th-century art movement that originated with a group of French artists, sometimes also referred as - Optical Realism because of its almost scientific interest in the actual visual experience and effect of light and movement on appearance of objects. The term Impressionists came, as artists embraced the nickname a conservative critic used to ridicule the whole movement. Characteristics of Impressionist paintings include relatively small, thin, yet visible brush strokes, open composition, emphasis on accurate depiction of light in its changing qualities (often accentuating the effects of the passage of time), common, ordinary subject matter, the inclusion of movement as a crucial element of human perception and experience and unusual visual angles.

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Children On A Farm (1887) - Camille Pissarro

Bridge At Villenueve-la-Garenne (1872) - Alfred Sisley Girl With A Hoop (1885) - Pierre Auguste enoir

Woman With A Parasol (1875) - Claude Monet

The principal Impressionist painters were Claude Monet, Pierre Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Alfred Sisley, Berthe Morisot, Armand Guillaumin and Frédéric Bazille, who worked together, influenced each other and exhibited together independently. Edgar Degas and Paul Cézanne also painted in an Impressionist style for a time in the early 1870s.

Radicals in their time, early Impressionists violated the rules of academic painting. They began by constructing their pictures from freely brushed colours which took precedence over lines and contours, following the example of painters such as Eugène Delacroix. They also painted realistic scenes of modern life and often painted outdoors. Although the emergence of Impressionism in France happened at a time when a number of other painters, including the Italian artists known as the Macchiaioli and Winslow Homer in the United States, were also exploring plein-air painting, the Impressionists developed new techniques which were specific to their styles.

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NEO IMPRESSIONISM (1880 and beyond) The term Neo-Impressionism refers to a pictorial technique where color pigments are no longer mixed either on the palette or directly on canvas, but instead placed as small dots side by side. Mixing of colors takes place from a suitable distance, in the observer’s eye, as an optical mixture. In the early 1880s, French painter Georges Seurat studied writings on color theory by French chemists Eugène Chevreul (1786-1889), Charles Henry, and American physicist Ogden Rood and invented a new painting technique that he named ‘separation of color’ or ‘Divisionism’, the main advantage of which is to give a greater vibrancy of color.

‘A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte’ was first exhibited at the last Impressionist Group Exhibition of 1886 where Pissarro forced the presence of Seurat and Paul Signac - who will later become the main propagandist of Divisionism - on Monet, Renoir, Sisley and Caillebotte who would retire from the exhibition. Other famous Neo-Impressionists include – Paul Signac, Charles Angrand, Henry Edmond Cross, Georges Lemmen, Theo Van Rysselberghe and others.

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onathan Kellerman’s novels of psychological drama and criminal detection make the capital of dreams a living, breathing character in all its glamour and infamy. That storied history of fame, seduction, scandal, and murder looms large in Mystery, as Alex Delaware finds himself drawn into a twisting, shadowy whodunit that’s pure L.A. noir and vintage Kellerman. The closing of their favorite romantic rendezvous, the Fauborg Hotel in Beverly Hills, is a sad occasion for longtime patrons Alex Delaware and Robin Castagna. And gathering one last time with their fellow faithful habitués for cocktails in the gracious old venue makes for a bittersweet evening. But even more poignant is a striking young woman, alone and enigmatic among the revelers, waiting in vain in elegant attire and dark glasses that do nothing to conceal her melancholy. Alex can’t help wondering what her story is and whether she’s connected to the silent, blacksuited bodyguard lingering outside the hotel. Two days later, Alex has even more to contemplate when police detective Milo Sturgis comes seeking his psychologist associate’s insights about a grisly homicide. To Alex’s shock, the brutalized victim is the same beautiful woman whose lonely hours sipping champagne at the Fauborg may have been her last.

But with a mutilated body and no DNA match, she remains as mysterious in death as she seemed in life. And even when a tipster’s sordid revelation finally cracks the case open, the dark secrets that spill out could make Alex and Milo’s best efforts to close this horrific crime not just impossible but fatal.

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4 Charles Street presents some of the real issues of today’s ever changing world, where life is not quite as simple as it was many years ago. We all take on more responsibilities now than men and women used to and there is a lot more to juggle in modern life. In the book, the main female character is faced with trying not to lose her house or business after a break-up with a long term live in boyfriend and trying to untangle their commingled financial interests. Once apart, the responsibility of keeping it all together, both her art gallery and her home, falls entirely on her. To try and make ends meet and not lose her house, she decides to take in 3 roommates and the fun begins. A fresh faced freckled recent college graduate is the first to sign up, a sweet young girl, who immerses herself in internet dating, sometimes to a frightening degree. The second addition to the group is a somewhat mysterious divorced man, recovering from a bad divorce, with an irresistible seven year old son. And one by one the mysterious circumstances in his life are revealed. And the third resident of the house is a famous, recently widowed female chef, who loves the other residents of the house, uses them as a testing lab for her fabulous gourmet meals, and unexpectedly finds love with a well known French chef, proving that ‘love has no age’. The ages in the book span from 22 to 60, their previous life histories are as varied. It’s a book that touches on some very contemporary themes.

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imon is a vampire, prowling through the dark New Orleans streets that pulse with wild adventure and fangs gleaming in the shadows. He had spent the last few decades as a recluse, aching over a lost love.

Now, putting it all behind him, thirsting to fulfill the raging inner need he had deprived for so long. Ruby feels isolated and out of place lonely, shy, but too strong-minded to go along with the crowd. Everything changes when she is dragged out for her birthday and ends up dancing with Simon mysterious, blue-eyed and gorgeous. Her body tingles watching his muscled form move so fast, so smooth, so powerful. His smile is otherworldly and his kiss charges her with electric energy.

All seems to be going well until three other vampires appear in the crowd, turning the dance floor into a horror show. The other vampires, led by the vicious Roderick, are after a new fix the new breed. It’s a mix of blood and something secret that’s driven them to a desperate addiction, making them reckless and willing to tear anyone apart to get to it and Ruby’s best friend, Ambrosia, has something they need to make it. When Ambrosia flees New Orleans for her life, they relentlessly hunt the one person who knows where she is - Ruby. Stalked by ravenous vampires at every turn, Ruby s only hope for survival is her handsome new love. The Anti-Vampire Tale is a fast-paced, thrilling vampire story of action, danger, and passion with teeth.

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passion which he turned it to a profession - music is more than everything to him and he takes his profession seriously. For a few moments, he makes the people feel like stars, just like those we watch on Vh1, who sing in front of a huge number of fans. By the end of every Karaoke session, he makes everyone sing and that’s one of the best things.

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Anand Prem Sagar, better known as KJ Anand all across the Karaoke fraternity, is Hyderabad’s first and premiere Karaoke Jockey, who has been playing every Thursday at 10 Downing Street and several famous nightlife destinations within the city, for more than six years. He wears many feathers on his hat - as a DJ, Entertainer and Event Manager at top-notch happening places, beyond Hyderabad as well. He is also chosen as one of the five judges for McDowell’s Karaoke World Championship – 2011.

MY FAVOURITE TEN KARAOKE TRACKS – 1) Angels – Robbie Williams 2) Angel - Shaggy 3) Never Tear Us Apart – INXS 4) Hey You – Pink Floyd 5) Joanna – Eddy Grant 6) Every Breath You Take – Police 7) With Or Without You – U2 8) Livin’ On A Prayer – Bon Jovi

‘It doesn’t matter how it comes out, as long as you participate, involve and mingle with the crowd around. It is important to feel the pulse of the audience, as each has different voice, tone and excitement, compared to the rest. I personally love playing Retro and I do it as often as I can, as it’s my favourite genre. 70s and 80s were the times of wonderful music from many artists and people who have managed to hear them all new, were lucky. Among the modern crowd now, not many know artists and songs of those times, so I would love to reintroduce and bring back those good old days of memorable music, back to audience of today. Beyond this, I would love to play House, Hip-Hop and Bollywood tracks.’

Anand had come a long way, with music as his journey and destination. People see success in his smile! He is an inspiration to many around. His simple philosophy of being yourself all the way, helped him reach to a position where he is now.

Two music albums everyone should possess – Pulse

by Pink Floyd and Innuendo by Queen.

9) Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol 10) Sex Bomb – Tom Jones

‘H yderabad crowd is brilliant!

When it is about music, they show incessant enthusiasm

and they enjoy singing. I live it up equally and more as I find

deeper contentment, not only in watching people happy with their friends,

singing, but just to be among a group of people who have similar passion, as I

do. Over all these years, I have obtained unending support and encouragement from the people around.’

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DJ Jay

LIFESTYLE

ay is one of the few remaining DJs around, who experienced the dance revolution throughout all stages progressed in India. He moved to Hyderabad in 2005 and proudly carried the tradition of delivering the freshest, funkiest and most mind-blowing sets. He changes his style of music to suit any event. He also played along the best international DJs like – Richard Durand, Daniel Kandi, Graham Gold, Kelly Marie, John 00 Fleming, Jodie Lee, Bally Sagoo, Dave Seaman and many others. He was also represented as a judge in various DJ competitions.

He entertains people all over India and travels abroad also to entrall the crowd at Dubai, London, Sri Lanka, China, to name a few.

‘I was a last bench student. I always wanted to be a model when I was 14 years old in Delhi, but it never happened. I continued with my studies, but I always used to listen to music, carrying walk man in my pocket. Then I started listening to radio stations and started collecting international music cassettes. Then one of my friends advised me to learn DJ course, as he knew a few finest DJs in Delhi. Now it’s been 12 years and have played at biggest night clubs in India and worked with top DJs of the world. I always experiment different kinds of music this has always been successful, in my journey, so far.’

TOP TEN CLUB TRACKS – 1) Intro – Sander Van Doorn

Two music albums everyone should possess – Chinese Democracy by Guns ‘N’ Roses and American Idiot by Green Day.

2) Koko – Sander Van Doorn 3) Save The World – Swedish House Mafia feat. John Martin

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‘Music is more than a passion for me. I don’t just listen to it, I feel it as well. I love all kinds of music like Hip Hop, RnB, Reggaeton, Drum n Bass, Pop, Rock, Commercial, Retro, Trance, Electro, Dutch, Techno, Proggy and Minimal House. I not only enjoy listening to it, I love playing it for the crowd. My family and friends have always been supportive and are responsible for my success.’

4) Beautiful World (Original Club Remix) – Tiesto and Mark Knight feat. Dino 5) Dirty Dancer – Enrique feat. Usher 6) On The Floor – J Lo feat. Pitbull 7) Bon Bon – Pitbull 8) Hey Baby – Pitbull feat. T-Pain 9) More – Usher 10) Give Me Everything Tonight – Pitbull feat. Ne-Yo

‘A lot to say about the crowd of Hyderabad! You guys rock the city! I feel like I am in the safest city, when compared to other places. After spending years in Delhi, I never thought

of going back, because the people have made me to stay back

here. I would like to convey my gratitude to all the people who have been listening to my music.’

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BREATHTAKING

JORDAN Anecdotes of Middle-East...

By Aditya Tej

While considering traditional cuisines, persisting rituals, raw and serene natural surroundings or even modern lifestyle, Jordan provides the best of everything it has been preserving preciously, right from its rich history, ancient monuments and landscapes to world famous tourist destinations. Below presented are a few most visited holiday spots...

PETRA - A Red Rose City As Old As Time The giant red mountains and vast mausoleums of a departed race have nothing in common with modern civilization and ask nothing of it except to be appreciated at their true value - as one of the greatest wonders ever wrought by nature and man. Although much has been written about Petra, nothing really prepares you for this amazing place. It has to be seen to be believed.

Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. It has also described it as ‘one of the most precious properties of man’s cultural heritage.’ Petra was chosen by the BBC as one of ‘the 40 places you have to see before you die.’ It is a symbol of Jordan as well as its most visited tourist attraction. It lies on the slope of Mount Hor in a basin among the mountains which form the eastern flank of Arabah (Wadi Araba), the large valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba.

Petra is the treasure of ancient world, hidden behind an almost impenetrable barrier of rugged mountains, boasting incomparable scenes which make it the most majestic and imposing ancient site still-standing nowadays. It has been said ‘perhaps there is nothing in the world that resembles it,’ actually, for sure, there is nothing in the world that resembles it. The rock-carved rose-red city of Petra is full of mysterious charm, it was designed to strike wonder into all who entered it. The approach through a kilometer long, cool and gloom chasm (or Siq) a long narrow gorge whose steeply rising sides all but obliterate the sun, provides a dramatic contrast with the magic to come.

Mr. Nayef H Alfayaz, the Managing Director for Jordan Tourism Board, recently visited the city of Hyderabad.

On an interview with Tulip, he said : ‘Jordan offers the best of its nature and environment. The Dead Sea here is the largest natural spa in the whole world. Due to extreme salt concentration, people will naturally float over the surface of the water and they never drown, because the high salt content makes you buoyant. It is 33% more saline than any other sea in the world. The Dead Sea is filled with minerals like – Calcium, Iodine, Bromide, Potassium and many others. The shores of Dead Sea make the lowest elevation on Earth. The unique salt in the Dead Sea treats acne, psoriasis, hives, cellulite, dry skin, dandruff, stress, muscle aches and more.’

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Suddenly the gorge opens into a natural square dominated by Petra’s most famous monument, the treasury of Al-Khazneh, whose intricately carved facade glows in the dazzling sun. The Petra basin boasts over 800 individual monuments, including buildings, tombs, baths, funerary halls, temples, arched gateways and colonnaded streets, which were mostly carved from the kaleidoscopic sandstone by the technical and artistic genius of its inhabitants. Petra sights are at their best in early morning and late afternoon, when the sun warms the multicolored stones, you can view the majesty of Petra as it was seen first when discovered in 1812 after being lost by the 16th century for almost 300 years.

Without a doubt the world’s most amazing place, the Jordan rift valley is a dramatic, beautiful landscape, at the Dead Sea, over 400m (1,312 ft.) below sea level. The lowest point on the face of the earth, this vast stretch of water receives a number of incoming rivers, including the River Jordan. The Dead Sea is flanked by mountains to the east and the rolling hills of Jerusalem to the west, giving it an almost other-worldly beauty.

One of the most spectacular natural and spiritual landscapes in the world, the Jordanian east coast of the Dead Sea has evolved into a major hub of both religious and health and wellness tourism in the region. A series of good roads, excellent hotels with spa and fitness facilities, as well as archaeological and spiritual discoveries make this region as enticing to today’s international visitors as it was to kings, emperors, traders, prophets and pilgrims in antiquity. The leading attraction at the Dead Sea is the warm, soothing, super salty water itself – ten times saltier than sea water and rich in chloride salts. The unusually warm, incredibly buoyant and mineral-rich waters have attracted visitors since ancient times, including King Herod the Great and the beautiful Egyptian Queen - Cleopatra. All of whom have luxuriated in the Dead Sea’s rich, black, stimulating mud and floated effortlessly on their backs while soaking up the water’s healthy minerals along with the gently diffused rays of the Jordanian sun.

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DESSERT CASTLES Jordan’s desert castles are beautiful examples of both early Islamic art and architecture, stand testament to a fascinating era in the country’s rich history. They are recognized as castles because of their imposing stature, the desert complexes actually served various purposes as caravan stations, agriculture and trade centres, resort pavilions and outposts which helped distant rulers forge ties with local Bedouins.

Crusader castle of Ajlun is a splendid sight with a fascinating warren of towers, chambers, galleries and staircases to explore, while its hilltop position offers stunning views of the Jordan Valley.

Umm Qais boasts impressive ancient remains, such as the stunning black basalt theatre, the basilica and adjacent courtyard strewn with nicely carved black sarcophagi, the colonnaded main street and a side street lined with shops, an underground mausoleum, two baths, a nymphaeum, a city gate and the faint outlines of what was a massive hippodrome.

‘The City of Mosaics,’ Madaba is best known for its spectacular Byzantine and

Umayyad mosaics, is home to the famous 6th century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the holy land. With two million pieces of coloured stone, the map depicts hills and valleys, villages and towns as far as the Nile Delta. Other mosaic masterpieces found in the Church of the Virgin and the Apostles and the Archaeological Museum, depict a rampant profusion of flowers and plants, birds and fish, animals and exotic beasts, as well as scenes from mythology and everyday pursuits of hunting, fishing and farming.

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JERASH - A Rome Away From Rome

AQABA – Jordan’s Red Sea Resort

A close second to Petra on the list of favourite destinations in Jordan, is the ancient city of Jerash, which boasts an unbroken chain of human occupation dating back more than 6,500 years. The city’s golden age came under Roman rule, during which time it was known as Gerasa,

Aqaba is a fun place. It is a microcosm of all the good things Jordan has to offer, including a fascinating history with some outstanding sites, excellent hotels and activities, superb visitor facilities, good shopping, and welcoming, friendly people, who enjoy nothing more than making sure their visitors have a good time. Aqaba is a great place to stay if you are planning to visit Wadi Rum. Day trips can easily be organized and

and the site is now generally acknowledged to be one of the best-preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. Hidden for centuries in sand before being excavated and restored over the past 70 years, Jerash reveals a fine example of the grand, formal provincial Roman urbanism that is found throughout the Middle East, comprising paved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, handsome theatres, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls pierced by towers and gates.

because the distance is short, you will have more time to spend at the site. Here, the tourists can swim with friendly sea turtles and dolphins as they dart amongst the schools of multi-coloured fish. Night dives reveal the nocturnal sea creatures, crabs, lobsters and shrimp, as they search for a midnight snack.

The Valley Of The Moon The magnificent landscape of Wadi Rum is a must-see for any visitor to Jordan. This is a stupendous, timeless place, virtually untouched by humanity and its destructive forces. Here, it is the weather and winds which have carved the imposing, towering skyscrapers. A maze of monolithic rockscapes, rise up from the desert floor to heights of 1,750m, creating a natural challenge for serious mountaineers. Hikers can enjoy the tranquility of the boundless empty spaces and explore the canyons and water holes to discover 4000-year-old rock drawings and the many other spectacular treasures this vast wilderness holds in store. When visiting Wadi Rum, remember to bring something warm to wear at night as temperatures can vary from a daytime average of 32°C down to 4°C at night.

A Journey Back In Time An ancient town, As-Sult was once the most important settlement in the area between the Jordan Valley and the Eastern Desert. These splendid yellow sandstone buildings incorporate a variety of local and European styles.

Typically, they have domed roofs, interior courtyards and characteristic tall, arched windows. Perhaps the most beautiful is the Abu Jaber mansion, built between 1892 and 1906, which has frescoed ceilings, painted

by Italian artists, and is reputed to be the finest example of a 19th century merchant house in the region. Take a walk around the old town and explore the narrow streets. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes as the town is quite hilly and there are many steps. During the summertime be sure to wait until the end of the day to explore.

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Different types of lipsticks Moisturizing lipsticks -

This type of lipstick is suitable for people who have dry lips because it keeps your lips soft. With ingredients like Vitamin E, Aloe and Glycerin, moisturizing lipsticks nourish and soften your lips. Though it doesn’t last long as some other types, it gives you wet and very shiny look.

Satin and sheer lipsticks

Because of high content of oil, satin and sheer lipsticks are also excellence choices for your dry lips. It will make your lips shiny, glossy and keep it moisturized. Satin and sheer lipsticks have a high oil component, so they appear darker in the tube than they are on your mouth. However, they are also reapplied many times.

Matte lipstick

Matte lipstick is deep and dramatic. Matte lipsticks are known for good color, the color is flat instead of shiny. Matte lipstick also tends to dry the lips, so applying a moisturizing base before using it may be advantageous.

Look for products containing vitamin E and Aloe. Matte lip colors work best on younger smoother and plumper lips.

Gloss

Gloss isn’t so much a lipstick, as it is a lip enhancer. It gives a look of lush and shine to the lips. It can be applied with or without lipstick. Because it adds a dimension of depth, it’s also a favorite among women who have thin and small lips.

While selecting lipsticks, choosing the right one for you, is as important as choosing the most flattering colour. Making the best selection is simpler if you know which one benefits your lips. Here are a few famous types of lipsticks Cream lipsticks

Crème lipsticks contain more wax than other varieties, which helps protect lips but may cause them to feel dry. The finish is not as shiny as other styles of lipstick and may require an application of lip-gloss to achieve the desired look. Creme lip colors is a good selection for women with small lips.

Long-wearing and transfer-resistant lipsticks

Long-wearing lipsticks are the perfect products for on-the-go women who don’t have time to apply lipstick frequently. This formula keeps your lips look beautiful from 4 to 6 hours while transfer-resistant lipsticks may last 8 or more, unless you are eating something greasy or oily.

Both types can make your lips feel dry so you may use the formulas containing moisturizer to balance the dryness.

Pearl/Frosted lipsticks

If you are looking for a lipstick which makes you stand out in a crowd and keep your mouth sparkle and glisten, frosted lipstick is your best selection. It reflects light and make you feel confident and distinctive in a funky party night. It is very popular in the past and remains a favorite lipstick for a number of ladies. It may cause your mouth feel heavy, dry and crack, so apply the moisturizing lipstick base before frosted lipstick is very beneficial.

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In this world of enchantment and fashion, we have witnessed models and actresses opting for cosmetic and facial surgeries. Besides, this has now turned usual among ordinary people. But more than just a change in the look, it seems a necessity, as their professions demand it. Let us have a look at a few after-effects / advantages of surgeries and how a few Bollywood celebrities have transformed themselves into how they always wanted to look.

Is Cosmetic Surgery For You -

Cosmetic Surgery has benefits, but if you are considering this, then it is important to keep your expectations realistic. When you are trying to figure out whether or not cosmetic surgery is for you, - the first thing to keep in mind is that although surgery may be able to change the aspect of your body or appearance that makes you self-conscious, it won’t suddenly solve all of your problems. The next thing you should think about when you are considering cosmetic surgery is whether or not you think that you will be able to deal with a result that isn’t exactly what you had envisioned. This is the reality of plastic surgery. You can give your surgeon an idea of what you would like, but you never have a guarantee on what the exact result will be. So if you’re considering plastic surgery the problem should be serious enough that you can honestly tell yourself that any change will be a good change. Another important Priyanka Chopra thing to keep in mind when you are asking yourself, ‘Is cosmetic surgery for me?’ Often the recovery process after any type of cosmetic surgery can be quite painful and you will likely be out of commission for at least a week. You should be prepared for stitches, bruising and discomfort. If you are clinically depressed, diabetic, have heart trouble or a substance abuse problem cosmetic surgery is probably not for you. Before you make the decision about whether or not cosmetic surgery is right for you it is a good idea to go in for a consultation with a cosmetic surgeon and ask them to thoroughly explain the procedures which they think would benefit you including the surgery, the risks, the benefits and which sort of result would best suit you. Armed with this information you will have a much clearer picture of whether or not you are ready for cosmetic surgery.

Plan Before Once you have made the decision to have plastic surgery there are some things that you should be prepared for, this includes pre-operative consultation, preparation as well as post-operative recovery expectations. Before you undergo surgery be sure that all of your questions have been answered either by other people you know, who have gone through the same procedure or by your surgeon so that you can feel confident before, during and after your procedure.

Make sure you have booked at least a week off work. Everyone heals differently but a week should allow you a good amount of time to heal and become accustomed to your transformation. Ensure that you eat healthy and keep up a moderate exercise regime before your surgery. A diet relatively free of toxins and high in fiber and vitamins is always a good idea to ensure that your body is in shape and able to withstand the trauma of surgery. The healthier you are the faster you will recover.

After Surgery After surgery you should allow yourself, time to get used to your transformation. Once the swelling goes down you will probably be thrilled by the results of your surgery, but don’t think that you will look stunning immediately following your surgery. Make sure that you don’t have any obligations immediately following your surgery. If you have children, explain to them that you will be out of commission while you heal and make sure that you have someone around to help you out in the days immediately following surgery. If you were self-conscious and embarrassed by your body before surgery you can definitely expect to have a refurbished sense of self-esteem once you see the results of your surgery. Many people become more outgoing and personable after surgery because of the confidence they gain from their transformation. The most important thing to remember before and after surgery is that plastic surgery is a personal decision you have made for yourself, not for the people around you. Embrace your decision and the newfound confidence you gain.

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The concrete effects of plastic surgery will differ, depending on the person and the procedure but there are a few things that each person can expect after coming directly out of plastic surgery. The first thing that most people will notice when they come out of surgery is that they are bruised, bandaged and swollen. Most plastic surgery requires that the patient be given general anesthetic so most people wake up after surgery feeling groggy and or nauseous. Some people wake up in pain and others have sore throats and are extremely thirsty, it varies. Usually it takes two or three hours to recover from the effects of anesthetic.

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The more the anesthetic wears off, the more pain you will likely be in, but the pain will dull as you begin to heal and most surgeons will prescribe pain medication for the first few days after surgery.

Your doctor is likely to give you a list of instructions to follow which will allow you to heal best and most recommend that, no matter which type of plastic surgery you have undergone that you hold off exercising, lifting things, doing chores or participating in any sort of strenuous activity that may cause swelling, bleeding or that may tear your stitches and extend your healing time. The desired effect everyone who chooses to have plastic surgery hopes for, is to come out of the process with the type of body that they have always dreamed of - proportionate and beautiful. If this desired physical effect is achieved, it will usually reflect in a person’s demeanor. Most people who have plastic surgery and who are pleased with the results of that surgery, find that they are more confidant and self assured and therefore more outgoing. Obviously emotional effects will vary from person to person but often plastic surgery helps to bring people out of their shells and allows them to become more personable.

Risks of Plastic Surgery Although complications from plastic surgery are quite rare nowadays each person who is considering having this type of surgery done, should make themselves aware of the possible risks of plastic surgery. Scarring is one of the most common risks that people considering plastic surgery should be aware of. Most surgeons will try to hide incision lines in places where they aren’t noticeable, like Minissha Lamba under the crease of the breast in Breast Augmentation plastic surgery and in the hairline in facial plastic surgery, but most surgeries will still result in permanent scarring. Bleeding, infection and hematomas are possible after surgery, but if these complications are caught early on they can usually be treated. Some people who undergo plastic surgery will feel numb in the area that was operated on while and others may experience problems moving muscles in the area where the surgery was performed.

Dr. Priti Shukla is practicing cosmetic and plastic surgery since 2001 in Hyderabad. She is a qualified plastic surgeon with special interest in cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Priti Shukla’s primary interests are in cosmetic surgery of the breast, face and body. Her repertoire of work also includes reconstructive surgeries after road accidents, burns and deformities, flaps, micro vascular surgeries and a variety of surgical repair procedures where the appearance of the outcome is important.

Her centre has a composite team of other medical specialties like other plastic surgeons and dermatologist to enable a more holistic approach to patient’s cosmetic problems and concerns. Team work also enables her to take up more challenging cases, bring down operation time and costs, facilitate faster recovery and provide a patient with more than one perspective.

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Cosmetic Surgery . Skin Clinic . Hair Transplant # 305, Mayfair Gardens, Besides Ohri’s Banjara Restaurant, Banjara Hills Main Road No. 12, Hyderabad-500 034, Andhra Pradesh.

Clinic hours: 11am - 7pm. Weekdays (Mon - Sat) Call for fixing an appointment Phone : +91 40 2330 6611+91 40 6586 2300 Mobile : +91 92915 65930 Email : info@drpritishukla.com, maildrpritishukla@gmail.com

The experts’ panel in Aakruthi Cosmetic Surgery Centre in Ameerpet consists of well experienced Plastic Surgeons in Hyderabad, Anesthetists, and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. Our Plastic Surgeons pursued MS in General Surgery and MCH in Plastic Surgery departments and several years of experience. They have successfully performed thousands of Plastic Surgeries and cosmetic surgeries such as Vaser Liposuction, Hair Transplantation, Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty, Chin Sculpting, Gynecomastia or Male Breast reduction, breast reduction and breast enhancement for women, Mastopexy or Breast Lift surgery, Nose Job or Rhinoplasty, Blepharoplasty or Eye lids surgery, Brachioplasty or correction of loose upper arm, Thigh lift or Thigh plasty, Brow life, facelift, Cosmetic ear surgery or Otoplasty, Scar reduction (Laser scar removal), Butt lift surgery, Body contouring, dimple creation, Laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, Fat injection, Tissue grafts, Fillers, Botox treatment, vascular treatments, Tattoo removal, anti-aging therapies, pigmented lesion treatment, acne treatment, and many more.

Plastic Surgeons in Aakruthi Cosmetic Surgery Centre make you feel perfect with their ideal treatment procedures and guidance before and after surgery or treatment.

Aakruthi Cosmetic Surgery

Flat No. 102, Classic Avenue, Opp. Swagath Hotel Lane, Ameerpet, Hyderabad - 500016.

Phone : +(91)-40-67114889 +(91)-9849000277 Email : info@aakruthicosmeticsurgery.com Website: www.aakruthicosmeticsurgery.com

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Exercises have no age as it keeps you healthy and confident. Let us explore Aerobics. Today, Aerobics has become one of the most popular forms of exercises.

Youngsters and aged people find it a fun and easy way to stay fit and healthy. The word aerobic literally means ‘with oxygen’ or ‘in the presence of oxygen.’ Aerobic activity trains the heart, lungs and cardiovascular system to process and deliver oxygen more quickly and efficiently to every part of the body.

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s the heart muscle becomes stronger and more efficient, a larger amount of blood can be pumped with each heartbeat. As a result, a fit individual can work longer, more vigorously and achieve a quicker recovery at the end of every aerobics session.

Different forms of Aerobics Aerobics are physical exercises which integrate stretching and strength training routines, with an objective • Aerobic Dance of improving all elements of fitness (flexibility, muscular strength and cardio-vascular fitness). Generally it’s • Kick boxing performed in group with background music and this is directed by an instructor, although it can be practiced • Cycling solo and without musical accompaniment.

In Aerobics, one uses large muscle groups repetitively for a sustained amount of time. The best part about • Rowing Machine aerobics is that you will enjoy doing it for an extended period of time. There are numerous types of Aerobics • Fitness walking which you can indulge in.

• Running Some important points to keep in mind while performing Aerobics • Treadmill Frequency - Most fitness trainers believe that 3-5 times per week of aerobics activity is fine.

• Swimming

Duration - 20-60 minutes of an exercise session is considered optimal.

Intensity - This refers to the percentage of your maximum heart at which you work. Experts believe that achieving 60-90% of age-specific maximal heart rate should be the target of an aerobics session.

So what are you waiting for? Go hit a gym or start doing aerobics at home. Set your target and achieve that desirable body which you have imagined.

Sharmila’s Yoga Zone is an exclusive yoga studio founded by Sharmila Hirendernath. Sharmila is trained in Bihar School, Iyenger, Ashtanga Schools of Yoga and is also a certified Yoga works teacher with an extensive teaching experience of almost 12 years. She is recognized as one of India’s few registered Yoga teachers by Yoga Alliance, the International Yoga Organization involved in setting standards in Yoga teaching and encouraging it.

Sharmila’s offer an opportunity of breathing life into your yoga practice whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, providing the right environment, the best instructions and exposure to different authentic yoga traditions and practices. As part of their endeavor to popularize and facilitate an authentic Yoga practice and to assist people to set up a lifelong Yoga practice, Sharmila’s Yoga Zone conducts a 200 hour Yoga intensive programme. Rs. 3000/- per month (per individual).

Timings - 7:00 - 8:00, 10:30 - 11:30, 16:00 - 17:00 and 18:30 - 19:30.

Location : Plot No.72, Gaffar Khan Colony, Road No.10, Banjara Hills.

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ALIENS-SPACE STATION

Surrounded by IT hubs, international schools and the outer ring road connecting you in a few minutes to the newer developments, Space Station is a home for the progressive buyer who lives life with nothing but the best around. It is served by road, rail and by air, providing access to the rest of the country and beyond. MNCs such as Wipro, Infosys, Microsoft and renowned institutions like ISB, HCU and IIIT are in proximity, making Space Station the most desirable location for residents and businessmen. Each living space at Space Station embraces the usefulness and advantages of hi-tech features like biometric security, home automation, wi-fi accessibility, touch pad electrical switches and many more to match the present day living standards.

Aliens Space Station is the first residential project in Hyderabad and one among the first in India to receive Green Building Platinum pre-certification by Indian Green Building Council (IGBC).

Space Station has 30-floor high apartments. Meeting all the norms of National Building Code - 2005, its S shaped structure is significantly superior to a conventional edifice.

Every home is equipped with automation facilities which set the lights, temperature and music to the owner’s preferences. Adding more value these features, is the presence of an elevator that can save your time. The residents can also view and keep a check on the parking lot of the children’s playground from their homes through CCTVs to ensure their safety.

Natural geographical calamities like earthquakes or seismic factors will not affect the structure in any way.

The apartments are modern and contemporary in their design with maximum glass usage and 100% power backup to give you uninterrupted comfort, centralized LPG connections with required accessories and laundry services within the township. Bringing convenience further is the option to customize your interiors from the services of the interior design team and the care team to make your moving into the new house easy.

P R O P E R T I E S

Space Station is a world in its own. A creation which blends the need for being in the middle of it as much as getting away from it all.

It combines the efforts of international architects and clients to create spectacular and luxurious living conditions, balanced with intelligent design to suit modern lifestyles.

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Space Station also provides a complete package for sports enthusiasts, like – swimming pool, club house, mini golf driving range, tennis and squash courts, cricket nets, indoor basket ball court, jogging track, shooting range, spa, air conditioned gym and Yoga and meditation hall. Coffee lounge, restaurant, nightlife make the atmosphere eclectic and vibrant, giving you an entire city within easy reach. Air-conditioned guest rooms for visitors, banks/ATMs and 360-degrees services of care, support and finance team drive your comfort and simplifies your living.

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Gardening is one of the most enjoyable and relaxing activities around. Siting a garden bed, choosing plants and making them thrive are techniques you can learn. Here are some fundamental concepts and ideas to get you growing in the right direction.

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are also considered a type of water garden. These all require special conditions and considerations. A simple water garden may consist solely of a

esidential gardening takes place near the home, in a space referred to as the garden. Although a garden typically is located on the land near a residence, it may also be located on a roof, in an atrium, on a balcony, in a windowbox, or on a patio orvivarium.

Gardening also takes place in non-residential green areas, such as parks, public or semi-public gardens (botanical gardens orzoological gardens), amusement and amusement parks, along transportation corridors, and around tourist attractions and garden hotels. In these situations, a staff of gardeners or groundskeepers maintains the gardens.

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Indoor gardening is concerned with the growing of houseplants within a residence or building, in a conservatory, or in agreenhouse.

Indoor gardens are sometimes incorporated as part of air conditioning or heating systems.

Native plant gardening is concerned with the use of native plants with or without the intent of creating wildlife habitat. The goal is to create a garden in harmony with, and adapted to a given area. This type of gardening typically reduces water usage, maintenance, and fertilization costs, while increasing native faunal interest.

• Water gardening is concerned with growing plants adapted to pools and ponds. Bog gardens

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Tub containing the water and plant(s). In aquascaping, a garden is created within an aquarium tank.

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Container gardening is concerned with growing plants in any type of container either indoors or outdoors. Common containers are pots, hanging baskets, and planters. Container gardening is usually used in atriums and on balconies, patios, and roof tops.

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Community gardening is a social activity in which an area of land is gardened by a group of people, providing access to fresh produce and plants as well as access to satisfying labor, neighborhood improvement, sense of community and connection to the environment

ACCESSORIES Gardening may be performed at a professional level or as a hobby.

There is a wide range of accessories available in the market for both the professional gardener and the amateur to exercise their creativity.

These accessories can help decorate all the different areas of gardens such as walk ways and raised beds, and any other area.

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garden. Paths for instance are functional for the maintenance of the garden, and can be somehow decorated using different materials such as pine needles, wood chips, fieldstone, or bricks.

Also, backdrops include walls, fences, and hedges which are intended to provide privacy.

Moreover, they hide unsightly areas and also emphasize desired views.

Trellis, arbors, and arches add height. Trellises are used for climbing flowers and vines or to create a vertical garden of small fruits and vegetables while arbors and arches can be places on walkways or entry ways. This kind of structure provide additional depth to the landscape.

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A garden’s decoration with the appropriate accessories also adds personality and beauty, and depending on the situation, the decoration chosen will provide functionality to the

Feeders, hummingbird feeders and birdbaths are all good options to invite birds to visit one’s garden and also make good ornaments.

Large accessories such as benches, water fountains, stone features, urns, and statues should be used sparingly or they will cause a cluttered appearance. Fountains come in a variety of styles ranging from traditional to modern. Not only do they work as part of the deco but they also have a calming effect. Some of them are made of fiberglass which makes them lightweight and weather resistant. There are also solar-powered fountains with a remote solar panel that can be placed in the sun while the fountain is located in the shadow.

Other accessories to be taken into account are garden gongs, gazing balls, garden bugs, garden stakes, pot hangers, spinners, pinwheels which help enhance different deco styles.

DASPALLA Daspalla is a four star hotel in the heart of Hyderabad, Hitech City, better known as the Silicon Valley of the India. This Hotel is ideal for the Business, Medical Tourism and Leisure travelers. With decades of experience, Daspalla facilitates effortless organization of corporate events, business conferences, trade shows, theme parties, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and celebration of other personal achievements. A unique concept, the restaurant offers a sophisticated yet totally ethnic experience where the kitchen is part of the restaurant. Multi-Cuisine, Continental, Mughalai, Chinese and other sumptuous South Indian and North Indian recipes brings fine dining to guests while complementing the best and real ground coffee flavors.

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Location, size, budget are all characteristics to be considered when choosing accessories to improve a garden’s deco. Accessories are made of different materials such as copper, stone, wood, bamboo, metal, stainless steel, clay, stained glass, concrete, iron, and the weather where the garden is located will determine which material works best to ensure accessories last long.

For those who enjoy their garden at any time, there are also night accessories which include candle lanterns, oil lamps, patio torches, and illuminations.

JUBILEE RIDGE Best Western Jubilee Ridge, a 3 star luxury hotel at Jubilee hills, represents a unique combination of space and functionality. The hotel is located in Jubilee hills, 2 km away from Hi-Tech City. The Hotel is easily accessible to Shamshabad Airport and just 10 minutes drive from all the major business and shopping hubs. The hotel the 5-level stylish building with contemporary architecture and beautiful interiors offers 40 luxury guest rooms. The hotel also has a 90 pax restaurant that serves Indian, Continental and Oriental cuisines to meet diverse taste of our guests. It also serves buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner apart from the a la carte menu.

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A girl who always dreamed big!

She is drop-dead gorgeous! She is immeasurably benevolent. She gets what she wants, yet remains modest. Angelic Taapsee Pannu talks to Tulip about being a simple girl with an ordinary lifestyle, about her modeling days to becoming a prominent actress of Tollywood‌

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Femina Miss Beautiful Skin. My parents were not comfortable with my aim to make a profession in the entertainment industry, initially. They gave me a year time to achieve what I wanted to and I agreed that if things won’t fall in place according to how I planned, I would go ahead with my parents’ decision. But I would like to thank God for all that I have gained so far.

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Taapsee Pannu is a model-turned-film actress.

An ethnic Punjabi, she was a software engineer before pursuing modelling which eventually led her to acting. Appearing in several commercials, Taapsee also won Pantaloons Femina Miss Fresh Face and Safi Femina Miss Beautiful Skin, during her modelling days. She made her acting debut in 2010 with K. Raghavendra Rao’s romantic-musical Jhummandi Naadam. Later, she made her Tamil debut with multiple national award winning Aadukalam. She made her foray into Malayalam cinema with Doubles.

Journey to Tollywood – While in Delhi, I was disappointed about the fact that I was not taken in the best college, but God had better plans for me. I was passionate about modeling. After being chosen as the finalist for Miss India and being featured in several advertisements, I wanted to achieve something bigger in the film industry. I always loved the idea of portraying the role of a dramatic person and so I am in this industry.

Beyond Tollywood Beyond movies, I am always myself. I go back home, I am totally a normal

roadside food, at times, back in Delhi. I follow what is happening at the moment and focus on the present. So far, nothing in life went according to how I planned and how I wanted. But the almighty blessed me with all that I wished for, before.

Life before being an actress – I was a very simple girl, leading an ordinary life just like others.

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girl who has a bunch of friends. I make a lot of friends and people who could make me upset, are very few.

Your future projects – A few days back I made a casual recall on the number of movies I did so far in Tollywood. Currently, I am working on a Telugu movie – Mogudu, starring next to Gopi Chand and directed by Krishna Vamsi. The movie is expected to release in October and we are all looking forward for it.

The title for the Tamil remake for this movie, will be – Vandhan Vendran.

I am also excited to be a part of the classic remake of Chasme Baddoor, which will be directed by David Dhawan and the production is by Viacom. It will be by debut flick in Bollywood.

Movie(s) which you enjoyed working in more – Every movie I did will always remain unique for me, right from my first to my current project. Because if I wasn’t a part of those initial movies, I may not be where I am now, therefore, in terms of success, they are all connected to each other.

• I get bored at things, fast.

• I look at things with my heart, but take decisions with my mind • I take my profession seriously, so I am different person when I am at work. But when I am not working and back at home, I am a simple, talkative girl spending time more with family and friends.

Your success maxim –

My passion towards dancing – I am multi-tasking person. I am passionate about dancing and have been into this art, since I was four. My parents have always supported me in participating in every extra-curricular activity at School. I had to choose Khatak over Bharatanatyam, for it allows swift movements. Apart from this, I also learned Indian and Western dances at Shiamak Davar.

4 things people don’t know about me – • I am short tempered. But, at the same time, I show immense patience at situations which need it.

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Keep your head on your shoulder. Do what you love to do.

One life! Live it that way you want and never have regrets.

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Yam cheese yam butter sauce potato chip chip chip, Sauce potato chip chip chip…

CRAZY PASSION IS AN OBSESSION!

‘I remember how famous this game was, during my schooling days. There was this uncanny scenario of playing chip chip chip or pen-fight, wherever I went.

It was an obsession during those days and I feel it still is one of the forms of entertainment at the classes. But as we grow, activities, likes, pass times, hobbies and obsessions change.’

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also remember my cousin’s crazy habit for about a year, to mix powder with lotions and apply them on her pretty face. It seems that this made her fairer. The fair and lovely plus – was the name of her bogus product. It was only a few months later, when red blotches and pimples started filming upon her face, did she get rid of that awful habit. Another fun fact - my uncle bought a bullet (bike) when his pockets had suffered some really severe holes and that too by selling off his tiny house to pay for it in installments and cover his monthly insurance for the same. Well, it is a fun fact because he was at an age where mistakes are obvious and now, even after a good long decade, he has this bike in his garage repaired and taken care of, every week and a must mention - no one other than him, is allowed to put a hand on its frame. Now that is something really crazy. That is obsession. An obsession, which now is a passion.

Obsession and passion are mostly confused with, aren’t they? For instance, one of my friends who I met after a long time in the summer of 2011 tells me that she is obsessed about wearing bracelets (that very moment she had 11 of them - yes I counted, dangling on her left wrist).

But when the same person tells me that her busy schedule has no slot for painting - her yet another obsession, you have to make a correction.

Painting makes you happy. Passion defines enthusiasm, excitement, the reason we jolt of the bed every morning. Obsession is craze! It is the reason why you would walk the white hot fire no matter how much it hurts. But with time you either know it really wasn’t worth the entire crazy act or just learn to live with it. Without being obsessed but habituated - that is called passion. I think passion comes from obsession. But the vice-versa, not entirely true, is it?

Here, we are having an entirely different discussion. This article is not about which is better among obsession and passion; but it is a brief discourse on the obsession carried by the people of today’s world. When it comes to girls, we have a long line queued up and talking about it in long lines might end up your boggling mind with an inference never tasted before. And guys? Let us generalize this, because we are not talking of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders here. Or are we? Let us find that out later. Well, guys usually have stronger inclination towards strongarm things. Again (without digressing, it is important to mention that) this is being generalized.

Accessories, sandals, bags, purses, hair clutch (yes that too), clothes of course and strolls are a wider trend these days. But with them comes the varieties. For example, most girls in their teens find flipflops, sandals or slippers with unique strap styles and flat heels, really cool. They are considered trendy and a good show among friends. My friend’s sister has a three tier shoe-rack all to herself and a label that 50 AUGUST, 2011

says ‘Priya’s Flip-flop world’ written on a stick paper. Yes, a world of flip-flops! There were not only varieties of colours but different styles like some with laces, few with straps and others plain. She has an inbuilt as well as extra accessory unit – a kind of a drawer with stuff like butterfly stickers and zinc adhesives (which I probably used to buy from big bazaars when I was in school - to pin them on my slider cup boards). I mentioned notepad, didn’t I? It reminded me of my crazy obsession for buying flowery, voguish and colourful notebooks (actually I still do). Notebooks are obviously an ultimate hobby among teenagers. The world is so open to matter-of-facts and love messages, feelings are hurt and bonds are made, love is in the air and those times are gone when they were supposed to be hidden, they are actually sweet now. No matter how accessible and neat those live journals and blogging might be, words are best expressed inside the closed covers (some even with locks). The enigma of a secret life among all the odds is when the girl waits for her prince charming and the day

he comes to her, she will show him her diary - A diary painted with colours, photos, signs and love. A diary with the life of its own! So yes, collecting such notebooks, no matter you design them by yourself or pay frivolous bucks to dream-of-girls companies - Archies or Alibaba, they are a lovable trend (This actually was a note for guys too. Now you know what she would love to have on her birthday).

There is this guy I know who is crazy about bikes and cars. He collects models of all his favourite brands, has a book with such details. He has them salivating on his tongue –‘Ducati, Hayabusa, Ferrari, Audi, BMW and what not. I have them all! And those I don’t get, I get a picture of them from magazines like Overdrive and cut them on boundaries and paste them on similar cardboard cut-outs. Someday I am going to buy them (laughs carelessly). No, not these! I am sure we will have flying cars by the time I am ready to earn!’

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Louis Vuitton are a mantra among the lot now! Do I need to talk about heels? A lot of women like high heels! There are kitten heels (smaller ones) and the stilettos, a crazy epic! Red, black, green, pink, orange or white, Just name it. Girls are so obsessed about them. Science says that make your back look uber-curvy. But trust me, there is no reason. They are hot! Many who are not very comfy with standing on pencils too have something to be nuts about – wedge heels! My sister’s feet size is the same as shoes displayed on the windows. And if you are a girl and a jealous one here, then you definitely don’t want to see her closet.

College girls love to use different types of bags and that too according to everyday use. Someday, there might be less stuff to have and other days there is so much to carry in bags. So they want bags agreeing with their day, clothes, mood and attitude!

When it comes to girls, they usually are the little materialistic things which give them a sense of pleasure.

Same with nail-paint (nail art - the latest mantra), cosmetics, accessories and clothes. Creating combinations from the closet does make a crazy and healthy obsession. Boys do not seem to care much about having more clothes and accessories, do they? Well, they don’t have to.

Gadgets, sunglasses, bikes, cars and sports are always there to fantasize them.

Obsession is a good thing. It slowly becomes a hobby and may even turn into passion. But it may involve waste in resources. It’s like replaying our favourite music so much that, a time comes when you cannot hear it anymore. But as long as you can afford it and when people around you do not have any problem, then why not? Are other things occupying your mind? Like obsession for cleanliness, food, violence or children? Well they are further away from your normal self – they are OCDs (rang any bell?). Some obsessions can be unhealthy, for example, watching TV for hours together, eating incessantly or preferring social networking over books and face to face communication. But if taken care and dealt the right way, they can actually be for an entire benefit of our being. Learn to live it! Cheers!

Now shoes are one common obsession among women and men and brand is imperative too. Shoes are expensive, the branded ones especially. They definitely are a good investment, but that too varies from person to person. For instance, the sporty guys obviously prefer athletic shoes like the usual running shoes, cleats, golf ones – they may not be the most comfortable, but come on, who wants to be comfy? They are exclusively meant to keep their feet glued on ground and released on command. Now there are the casual wears. Oxford shoes are not the teenage type and hardly ever really considered a collection. But we have bluchers, monk-straps or simple slip-ons. Puma, Reebok, Gucci, AUGUST, 2011 51

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The Spirit of Ramzan

By Aditya Tej

A festival for peace, an amalgamation of felicity and prosperity and an occasion about togetherness…

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hat makes this fete of Ramzan phenomenal among everyone is that its simplicity and the way it brings together people with similar wishes and purposes of sharing love, serenity and happiness to their near and dear ones. Ramzan is the month in which the holy Quran was sent down to earth, to guide the mankind and also to clear the signs for guidance and judgment between wrong and right. Words may not describe how important Ramzan is, the blessings and the benefits from it and how good it feels to complete a day’s fast or the joy and a feeling of festivity when the day’s fasting is over.

Ramzan is the name of the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, a lunar calendar, and so the start of this month falls on different dates of the Gregorian calendar each year.

The month of Ramzan is also special for its particular emphasis on alms giving. During Ramzan, the expectation is to spend beyond this routine charity. Spending generously for social welfare by helping the poor and needy and by partaking in other community welfare projects is encouraged.

The end of Ramzan is marked by the festival of Eid. This can best be understood as a thanksgiving ceremony, where gratitude to God is expressed for having enabled the devotees to advance in physical and spiritual endurance.

Benefits of Ramzan – • It enforces patience and determination.

It is a time when the devotees concentrate on their faith and spend less time on the concerns of their everyday lives. It is a time of worship, contemplation and fasting plays a key role in accomplishing these goals by allowing for greater concentration on the spiritual, generating empathy for the hungry and cleansing the body of overindulgence. The practice of fasting dates back to prehistory. All world religions have made mention of fasting as a practice vital to one’s physical and spiritual health. It strengthens one’s ties with Allah and trains the soul to observe duties of devotion in accordance with the teachings of the Qur’an and Sunnah of the Prophet. The typical day starts hours before dawn when Muslims wake up to remember God and spend time in meditation. This predawn prayer is called the Tahajjud prayer. The Quran is also recited more during this time, as well as at other times during the day.

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It promotes the principle of sincerity by keeping the followers away from arrogance and showing off, since it is an act between the individual and his Creator.

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It promotes good character, particularly truthfulness and trust-worthiness.

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It encourages a devotee to do away with bad habits and change his/her circumstances for the better.

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It enhances generosity, hospitality, and spending on charitable causes.

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It reinforces feelings of unity and brotherhood among followers.

God said – ‘Every act of man is for him except fasting, it is done for My sake and I will give reward for it. The breath of a faster is sweeter to God than the fragrance of musk.’

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It instills orderliness and close observance of the value of time.

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It serves as an opportunity for children to perform acts of obedience and to practice acts of worship.

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Hyderabad always has a special way of celebrating Ramzan and is considered exceptional in several ways than one. This city certainly has something deeper and more spiritual to offer, for the devotees. The colourful decorations all across the localities and streets, the happiness filled in the eyes of people, the flourishing magnificence of culture and attributions, sustained locale traditions.

Sanjay Soni – ‘I have a lot of friends who celebrate

this festival, religiously. I get to spend quality time and savour the festive dishes, with them - and that’s one of the reasons why I love this festival. I normally meet my friends at private parties, pubs or restaurants, but Ramzan makes me feel so lively and different, as I get to meet the same friends at their homes, in a religious approach. It’s a different experience altogether! The entire month of August will be auspicious and the festival gives out positive vibes to everyone.’

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Laila Lalani Khan – ‘Ramzan is a festival of happiness and peace. After fasting for 30 days, we celebrate with Sheer Khurma. The purpose of fasting is to be disciplined in life and everyone should practice this.’

Saif Quadri – ‘Ramzan marks a month devoted to

HALEEM HALLUCINATIONS The city of Hyderabad is known for its delectable Haleem, which is available during the festival of Ramadan. It is a mainstay during the holy month of this festival and the high-calorie Haleem is the perfect way to break the fasting (Iftar).

Pista House is the largest Haleem seller in the world and is also a prodigious global brand for this dish. It has acquired a cult like status for its Haleem, which is 100% pure meat with 100% pure ghee made by the right choice of spices, meat, wheat, clarified butter and dry fruits, with no testing powder added. A formula that is different from others – the Haleem here is unique.

Haleem at Shah Ghouse is equally delicious. You get the perfect serving of Haleem here – spicy, piping hot, tasty, the right consistency and quantity of Ghee are used. Shah Ghouse uses some serious, rich ingredients and the sheer amount of meat in every plate is astounding. One can find the hotel (around 250 meters from Pista House’s main outlet) on the right hand side of the road from Charminar to Barkas. The vegetarian Haleem here is equally delectable.

Be it any festival, any season or any occasion, Neerus offer the best of apparel and accessories for women. It is a treasure house of fashion, for the latest and the best salwar kameez collections and many more. Reaching out to a wide age group of women from sixteen to sixties, this brand showcases exquisite bridal finery, suits, formals, office outfits, kids wear, daily cotton and others. During the season of Ramadan, the store will display a wide range of collection on Anarkalis, Angharakhas, Chudi sleeves, Saris (with fabrics like shiffon, georgette, crepe and net fabrics), readymade, mix and matches and ethic wear for women. Neeru’s created a brand in itself for it has all the ingredients that make it irresistible for a clientele from all over India & NRI’s mainly from UK, USA, Canada, Middle East & other countries. The accessories include - jewellery, clutches, bags and footwear. The price on apparel will start from Rs.1500/-

piety for me. Apart from observing Roza, Ramzan also means a time of introspection, contemplation and the opportunity to live the ideal life. Personally, Ramzan is a period where I chart the course of action work wise for the coming year, as well as express gratitude to Allah for all everything he has bestowed on me and my family in the past year. Ramzan is also a culinary feast in more ways than one. Besides the nourishing Dates and the seasonal fruits, it is a time when one indulges gleefully with the ubiquitous Haleem, Kebabs and the Dahi Wade, without the usual calorie-counting.’

Navdeep Ahuja - ‘Ramzan celebrates Humanity and Brotherhood.’

Viren Agarwal - ‘Considered to be way of experiencing hunger, sympathising with the poor and needy. Thanking God for all that i have received in life, so far. Celebrate giving away ones wealth to charity’.

Prerna Bahirwani - ‘For me every festival is important and I celebrate Ramzan with the same zeal, as I do celebrate any other festival. I have lot of friends and i just become one of them, during this month. I love the way the city lightens up.’

Poonam Kapoor - ‘Ramzan is a very important festival. Few of my very good friends celebrate it in a grand way and personally, I got to learnt a lot from them, about this festival. The fasting, charity, blessings and the Quran! Wishing everyone happy Ramzan.’

Ruheen Shaikh - ‘As this is a month of fasting and is considered as the most holy month of the year, I follow the basic rules of fasting, charity and prayers.

Feasts and family get-togethers are the major highlights for me. This month helps me, be a good person and makes me want to do a lot of good deeds and be close to God’.

Narender Gauri - ‘Its about catching up with family and friends. Wishing each other good health, great wealth, huge prosperity and happiness. Haleem, yummy haleem!’

Manisha Kapoor - ‘Its that time of the year when all of us just celebrate this festival of brotherhood, which involves charity, fasting and reading the HOLY QURAN and wishing good for each other. Celebrations!

Blessings! So here’s wishing you health, wealth and prosperity.’

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By Aaliyah

Go Walking Walking when the weather is good, is a supereasy way to keep fit.

No sidewalks in your neighbourhood? Try these tips for slipping in more steps • Get out of the office building and enjoy walking meetings.

• Sweep the drive or rake the leaves instead of using a leaf-blower.

• Get off the bus a few stops earlier.

• Hike the mall, being sure to hit all the levels.

• Take the stairs every chance you get.

• Sign up for charity walks.

One of the easiest ways to cut back without feeling denied is to switch to lower-calorie versions of the foods you crave. A pizza tastes just as good with reduced-fat cheese. And while you’re trimming fat calories, keep an eye on boosting fiber Fiber helps you feel satisfied longer, so while you lighten family favourites, you can easily amp up the fiber by adding a cup of whole wheat flour to your pizza dough or toss a handful of red bell peppers on the pie.

Add, Don’t Subtract Forget diet denial: Try adding foods to your diet instead of subtracting them. Add in healthy goodies you really love, like deep-red cherries, juicy grapes or crunchy snow peas.

Slip those favorite fruits into your bag lunch and breakfast cereal; add the veggies into soups, stews and sauces.

Share and Share Alike Get Involved, or at Least Get to the Table When your weight loss efforts lead to boredom or too much self-focus, get occupied with something else. Try discovering yoga, fashion treands or enjoying painting. Or maybe you want to help a child with a science project, repaint the bedroom, or take a class.

The key - Have a life outside of weight loss!

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With the massive portions served at so many restaurants, its so easy to share and eat. Whenever you go out order one portion and share it with your partner do the same with dessert also. Why not double up on a bicycle built for two?

Twice the motivation, without twice the effort - a steal of a deal.

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Because Hydration Helps - Really!

Down some water before a meal and you won’t feel so famished as for the compulsive snacker it’s a great idea to keep no-calorie beverages at hand as a way to keep your mouth busy and less likely to snack on junk food. Going to a party?

Grab a low-cal drink in one hand and keep it there. Not only does it make it harder to graze the buffet, but you’ll also be less tempted to sip endless cocktails, too.

Forget About Working Out

Size Matters

If the word exercise inspires you to creative avoidance, then avoid it. Maybe the trick to enjoying a workout may be to never call it working out. Burn calories and invigorate muscles by beachcombing, riding bikes, grass skiing, making snow angels, hiking, washing the car, playing Frisbee, chasing the dog around the yard.

Eating less without feeling denied is as close as your dinnerware. That’s because while a small portion served on a large plate can leave you craving more, a smaller plate gives the visual signal that you already have more. People go by physical cues, when they eat. We know we’ve had enough because we see the bottom of our bowl or plate. A smaller plate full of food just feels more satisfying than a large plate with that same amount of food on it. And don’t forget smaller bowls, cups and spoons. For example, try savouring a bowl of ice cream with a baby spoon. Not only does the pleasure last longer, but your body has time to register the food you’ve eaten.

Tune In, Tone Up Try dancing to the music when you tune into your favorite music show or practice some stress-relieving cardio boxing when your least favorite reality contestant is on camera. During commercials pedal your stationery bike, walk the treadmill or slip in a little strength training doing bicep curls with cans of your favorite fizzy beverage as weights. Or get inspired to really focus - Put in a high-energy exercise DVD and get motivated by the pros onscreen. It doesn’t matter exactly what you do, so long as you’re up and active. Aim for at least 15 minutes.

Lose It Today, Keep It Off Tomorrow Finally, be patient. While cultivating that virtue isn’t exactly painless, it may help to know that keeping weight off generally gets easier over time. A research found that for people who had lost at least 20 kilos - and kept it off for at least two years maintaining that weight loss required less effort as time went on.

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Oliva establishes this holistic approach to give you the benefits of what the best in the field of science and aesthetics has to offer. Some of the famous services here include - skin analysis, skin peels, skin polishing, tattoo removal, botox and fillers, hair services, laser hair reduction, hair transplantation, hair analysis and many more.

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HAPPY FRIENDSHIP DAY If you’re alone, I’ll be your shadow. If you want to cry, I’ll be your shoulder. If you want a hug, I’ll be your pillow. If you need to be happy, I’ll be your smile. But anytime you need a friend, I’ll just be me!

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he tradition of dedicating a day in honor of friends began in US in 1935. Gradually the festival gained popularity and today Friendship Day is celebrated in large number of countries including India. On this day people spend time with their friends and express love for them. Exchange of Friendship Day Gifts like flowers, cards and wrist bands is a popular tradition of this occasion. Today, since the world has turned into a global village, people in the rest of the world have adopted the festival wholeheartedly and celebrate it with great enthusiasm, just like any other occasion. Friendship Day is celebrated on the first sunday of August, every year.

Friendship Day is a tribute to all the friends of a person. They say Marriage is an essential part of life. So true! But having friends is also a part of life. We share the secrets with them, we cry on their shoulders, we shout at them, we laugh together, we hang out together and we bully them at the end of the day. Friends are forever!

Some great things to do on friendships day.

• Friends can hang out together at Mocha cafe, Beyond coffee or Delhi 9 cafe enjoying those mouth watering snacks and can have a chit chat over a coffee.

• Plan a long drive and have a barbeque party at some nice place.

• Special Brunch in Westin - On Sunday the swimming pool can also be utilized in it. It is located at Mindspace, Raheja IT Park, Hitech City, Madhapur Tel: 67676767 / 67676828 • SVM Mall at 36 Jubille hills those who are into gaming and balling.

Tel: 67115437

• For party whoppers the place to be is Liquids, Kismet or N-Grill they play a mind storming music as your legs get start grooving on the beats.

• An overnight stay at Leonia Resorts which can be fun it is located at Shameerpet

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She was an artist before, with a passion towards sculpturing. She was a craft enthusiast and taught children craft for 6-7 years. But she realized that cooking was her passion and loved cooking for guests and for friends. She then turned her passion into a profession. She travelled all over India now and given several cooking classes. A Bengali by origin, Smita Dugar, the finalist at MasterChef - India talks to Tulip, her journey so far as a chef, shares her culinary secrets, how much she enjoys cooking, her association to Hyderabad and how the city makes her feel different from other places – Smita Dugar is the first among the 12 finalists, to be chosen for MasterChef – Season I. ‘During one of the episodes of MasterChef, I made a dish, Badami Subz Fatehpuri for the Maharaja of Udaipur, Arvind Singh Mewar. He said that it was the best dish he ever tasted and included the dish in the Royal Menu of the Palace. It was a great honour for me.’

Life as a chef –

NACHOS WITH SALSA AND REFRIED BEANS

My husband used to compliment me and always encouraged. After living in Gujarat for 5 years and having travelled to France, Germany, Italy and many more, I am back to Hyderabad.

Ingredients -

Your favourite cuisine –

Method Of Preparation – Cut Tortilla into pieces. Deep fry in oil.

NACHOS : Tortilla, Oil for frying.

SALSA : 1 green capsicum, 3 red tomatoes, 1 tsp garlic (chopped), 1 Onion, 1 tbsp Olive Oil, 1 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tsp celery, 1 tsp vinegar, 1-2 tsp chili-flakes, Coriander leaves (optional), 1 tbsp sauce, salt and pepper to taste.

I like simple food! Mexican and Lebanese cuisines are very healthy. I love Italian and fusion cuisines. My all time favourite dishes are – Pasta, Upma, Pani-Puri, I am working on my cookbook currently and would be launched by the end of this year.

Secret of success, to be a good chef – Cook from your heart!

Method Of Preparation – Roast the capsicum and tomato, on flame (skin and deseeded). Chop onions and roasted capsicum finely. Mix all in other ingredients.

Ready to serve.

Best compliment you ever received – It was from my daughter, she said : ‘Mama, you are a great cook.’ Akshay Kumar also appreciated me for the amount of knowledge I have in cooking. He didn’t expect that I would be out of the competition and told me that he was the saddest when I left. Chef Kunal also quoted – ‘Smita is the face of the Indian housewife.

REFRIED BEANS : 2 cups boiled Rajma, 2 tbsp butter, 2 tsp garlic, 2 tsp chili flakes, 1 tsp cumin powder, 2 tsp tomato sauce, 2 tsp red chili sauce, salt and pepper to taste.

About Hyderabad – It’s a wonderful city! There is no other city I can compare with Hyderabad. The city gives an opportunity to do something different, for everyone. It embraces everyone who visits. I never felt the need to be an Andhraite. Hyderabad is now my city, have planned settle here and I will never ever move out of this place.

Method Of Preparation – Coarsely mash the Rajma and heat the butter. Add garlic and sauté. Mix all other ingredients. Check consistency adding more water if necessary (use the water in which Rajma was boiled).

Recipe by : Smita Dugar

This is an authentic Thai restaurant that works on the rationale to provide wholesome experiences for its guests by treating them to exquisite glimpses of Thailand in cuisine, service, décor and other collaterals like traditional foot massages, so as to churn out unforgettable moments, for every visit. ‘Isda’ means angel of nourishment. It provides nourishment for spiritual, emotional and physical fulfillment. The name is a strong communion with the philosophy on which the restaurant operates, a place where holistic experiences are carved, a place that goes beyond the obvious in introducing guests to the exotic. The logo of Isda Thai has been specially conceived and designed to depict the harmony that pervades Thai cuisine and its culture as a whole. The patters, font and colour scheme corroborate this thought.

Signature dishes at Isda - Water Chestnut (Dessert), Khao Phad Kiw, Green Curry (Main Course).

Dinner for couple - 800/Location : Plot No.92, Jubilee Hils, Above Volkswagen Showroom, Ph No.+914023607380 AUGUST, 2011 57

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KINSHIP

TOGETHER, FOREVER

By Aditya Tej

He found his niche in the world of business. On a rendezvous with Tulip, Ashish Malpani talks about striking success in Hyderabad, his marriage to Shweta Malpani and the love and esteem towards their family…

Ashish and Shweta with kids Krish (L) and Kabir (R)

BUSINESS – Ashish – ‘It was all set forth by my father, four decades ago. When he was 16, he visited Hyderabad from Rajasthan, with a purpose to ameliorate business and settle here. He started with Jute business, Bengal crockery and Cast-iron foundry, which was the first foundry in the whole of Andhra Pradesh. Then he formed the Maheshwari group of companies, with MPM being a brand name for its malls. Malpanis are now into constructions and are diversified into Hotels, Townships, Malls and commercials. We have recently moved our office, to my residence. It helps us focus on both professional and personal lives equally. Day goes by, with proper schedule as well. ‘

ABOUT FAMILY – Shweta – ‘Whilst I live in a joint family and with my in-laws, I never had this feeling of being away from my parents and from my hometown. We get along well with each other. I share a wonderful rapport with them. Ashish is a soft spoken person but is serious, when it comes to work. He is workaholic and is always punctual to office.

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BEST HOLIDAY MOMENTS – Shweta – ‘Goa and Hong Kong are the places we visited with our kids and they cherished every moment, at these holiday places.

Holidaying at Coorg will remain special, one of the reasons being – our stay in a private pool villa with kids. First visit to Switzerland will stay memorable for us – where we got to know each other well.’

Tour to Hong Kong

He has been extremely supportive all through my married life in every aspect.‘ Ashish – ‘I have been living in a joint family ever since I was born and I share that attachment with everyone. I am the youngest son to my parents. I am fond of my mother and respect my father a lot. I share a wonderful relation with my elder brothers. They understand me well and give that space we require. We always believe in keeping professional and personal lives aside.

We are blessed with two kids, Krish and Kabir (5 and 3 years young respectively). We have been learning from them, things like – being more patient and affectionate, not just at them, but generally towards every member in the family. Krish and Kabir are different from each other. Kabir, being the youngest around, is always pampered by many among the family. But Krish is a bit serious and reserved. He loves reading books and prefers everyone being around him.

Ashish – ‘I have a group of very close friends and family members, to whom I send morning messages.

I have been doing this regularly over many years now and never missed a day. And not a single message is repeated! My friends too, got used to it so much that, even if I make a delay of 10 or 15 minutes in sending, they would text me asking the reason for the delay.’

We have a limited circle of friends. So if it’s about partying at home or even going out with friends, it’s always with my immediate family and a few very close friends. All my friends are likeminded and we love meeting up for casual dinners and attend theatre shows or concerts.’

LOVE TOWARDS KRISH AND KABIR – Shweta – ‘When it comes to food, I am a bit particular, because I insist in kids eating healthy and nutritious food. I also impart them, the importance of being healthy and fit. Not just with my kids, but I ask every family member at home, to eat healthy food. ‘ Ashish – ’They mean more than the world to us! I have never so far, raised our voices at them. I would like to deal every situation in a smooth way and that’s a very important thing in joint families.’

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KINSHIP Who is a better cook Shweta – Definitely, I! Ashish – Shweta! She is also a better judge at it.

Who remembers important occasions and birthdays better – Shweta - We both remember equally well. I set reminders in Ashish’s mobile, he makes a conference call and we all wish together.

Secret behind your success – Shweta – Ashish’s discipline towards work.

Ashish – Treat everyone with equal respect. Communication is the most important factor in any relation.

One best thing about each other – Shweta – Ashish is very patient! One of the best things is, he is very caring about others. He will go to any extent to help someone needy.

Ashish – Shweta is very practical and she doesn’t get carried away quickly. She knows by likes and dislikes.

One thing you love about each other – Shweta – Ashish maintains all his contacts and always remembers to communicate with them.

Ashish – Shweta is very caring!

One thing you learned from each other – Shweta – To be as patient as Ashish is.

Ashish – To be as practical as Shweta is.

Describe each other in three words – Shweta about Ashish – Soft, (little) Stubborn and Naughty.

Ashish about Shweta – Sweet, Beautiful and my best companion.

Most memorable moments of your life – Shweta – When I got married and the day I gave birth to my two kids.

Ashish – My marriage day! I remember, I also got the tee-shirts printed for everyone in the family at home, after the birth of my elder son, Krish.

Favourite past time – Shweta – Reading, Sketching, trying out new recipes at home (particularly, the ones which can be made fast).

Ashish – Playing with kids at home, messaging and being in constant touch with everyone and watching TV.

Favourite places to hangout, in the city – Shweta – I visit 10 Downing Street quite often. I love Pastas at Sweet Nirvana (with Pesto Pasta being my favourite dish).

Ashish – I like the desserts at Sweet Nirvana. I like the cold coffees at Café Coffee Day – they make coffees, the way I want. News Café and Little Italy are a few places I would like to visit often.

Your approach towards Spirituality and Devotion – Shweta – I am not too religious. I believe that there is a divine power above us and everything happens for a reason.

Ashish – I believe in God. Once or twice a year, I also visit Tirupathi.

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HOW TO MAKE PAPER

CARNATIONS

Paper carnations are a perfect introduction to paper flower crafts. Follow these simple instructions to bring tissue paper to life YOU WILL NEED • Bright colored tissue paper • Ruler • Dull pencil • Scissors • Green chenille stems • Clear tape • Green florist tape Step 1:

Using 3 layers of 1 color of tissue paper, cut out a section about 12 inches long and 3 inches wide.

Step 2:

In the lower left-hand and right-hand corners, make a pencil mark 1/2 inch above the bottom edge.

Step 3:

Now carefully draw a straight line across the tissue from pencil mark to pencil mark. Also in the lower left-hand corner, make a second mark 1/2 inch above the line.

Step 4:

From the second mark, draw a diagonal line to the top right corner. Cut off the excess tissue paper above the diagonal line.

Step 5:

All the way across the tissue paper, make narrow cuts from the top diagonal edge down to the straight line across the bottom.

Step 6:

Place the top part of the chenille stem in the corner of the short end and tape it down.

Step 7:

Roll the pipe cleaner toward the long end. Make sure the bottom edges of the tissue paper always line up.

Step 8:

When done, tape the bottom edge of the tissue paper down. Wrap green florist tape around the top of the chenille stem and 1 inch up the flower.

Step 9:

Now slowly pull down and fluff out the flower petals, working from the outside in toward the center.

Behold the finished carnation! Experiment with other colour combinations and shapes of petals to make other kinds of flowers.

Balloon Basket, the first-of-its-kind balloon bouquet service in Hyderabad specializes in gifting concepts and ideas. To make your occasions brighter and more colourful, step into this tiny red and white store and you will find gifting products, which are different from the usual variety. Balloon and chocolate bouquets and dry flower arrangements with Chocolates not only make the store vibrant, but add colour to your lives as well. Choose from hampers for every occasion, wine bottle stands, centre pieces with a twist, gift-in balloons, singing balloons as well as balloons which walk. These balloons are imported from the USA and are filled with Helium gas which is noninflammable and harmless, making it an appropriate gift for newborns, children and adults. You can’t go wrong with the variety of balloons in all sizes & shapes ranging from baby carriages, cartoon characters, champagne bottles etc. You can also place your order on the phone & get the delivery any time of the day. Bulk orders and decor for birthday parties, baby announcements and engagements are also taken.

Location : 8-2-602/B/3 & 4, Opposite Chocolate Room, Road # 10, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. Mobile: +919963166000 AUGUST, 2011 61

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CAMPUS BUZZ

MOSAICA AMERICAN SCHOOL Making a world of difference in every student’s life…

‘Application is very important – whether it is Science, Technology, Dance, Art or even Theatre, applying and using it is authoritative. It’s all about learning the world around you.

We believe in the opinion that children are the builders of tomorrow.’

Dr. Dawn Eidelman Chief Education Officer & Co-Founder of Mosaica

Michelle Boissonneault (Lecturer)

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osaica is a forefront of numerous dramatic changes which are remaking the educational system, with deep experience, a seasoned team of educators and managers and a track record of successfully developing and running schools. The school offers the preparations for the best universities at the United States. It is AdvancED accredited and is one of the only three in India, so far – a unique opportunity to represent this world class school, right from the beginning.

The school was included four times in the Inc. Magazine’s Inner City 100 listing of the top companies serving the urban centers of the United States. In 2005, we were the first on that list and we are the only company to have been ranked in the top five for the three successive years (2004-2006).

‘This 24-hour online School offers a computer for every student, Power Point Presentation for every student. We do not just teach facts, but we also teach the required skills and knowledge. We want the students to apply what they know, to the world around them, not just in India, but globally.’

There are hundreds of strategies, but the school has selected these six as their foundational strategies – cooperative learning, graphic organizers, personal connection journaling, role-play, socratic discussion and activating prior knowledge – because, they can be used across disciplines and also in unique, proprietary social studies curriculum – Paragon and in Paragon humanities.

These are solid set of strategies to help each individual student achieve in all subjects. Through preservice, one can explore the strategies in more depth, discovering how you can use them to support student achievement throughout the disciplines. The quality assurance review team commends Mosaica education for operational beliefs about teaching and learning and moral responsibilities to students, staff and schools. Corporate level staffs, clearly and consistently articulate shared beliefs about teaching, learning and their moral responsibilities for delivering upon their promises to students, staff and school.

Location : MOSAICA AMERICAN SCHOOL Plot No. 16, Kavuri Hills, Extention of Road 36, Jubilee Hills, Phone: +91-78937 77330 abixler@MosaicaEducation.com 62 AUGUST, 2011

Hyderabad as a prime destination – Gari Voss - CAO (Principal Plus), Mosaica American School - ‘Hyderabad is growing substantially, when compared to the other metropolitans, with a lot of new companies coming up constantly. It has dynamic roads and incredible innovation.

We have an upclose, personal rapport with this city. Therefore, it makes sense to begin in Hyderabad first. In near future, we also intend to come up with another organization in Delhi. There is something about the city – a lot of American citizens visit here for several purposes and so do the people of Hyderabad visit America.’

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AUTOMOBILES

BEST FROM BMW

They are known for their performance, luxury motors and are global leaders in premium car products.

They produce motorcycles under BMW Motorrad and Husqvarna brands. The range offers discerning drivers a world of unrivalled innovations, premium quality and sheer driving pleasure.

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3, like all other BMW models, is a hot looking convertible, which offers new possibilities to experience without compromising the driving dynamics, ensuring a sports car performance for daily driving. It also features tuned suspension, a six-speed manual transmission, a carbon fiber roof and all the exterior modifications typical of an M car.

The M3’s V8 powerplant has two more cylinders than its predecessor, delivering 414 horsepower from 4.0 litters and maximum torque of 295 pound-feet, at 3,900 rpm. The move to eight cylinders in the fourth generation BMW M3 provides a powerplant offering the seemingly disparate characteristics of more power, increased efficiency and reduced weight when compared with the previous six-cylinder M3 engine. Offering extremely fast and responsive valve timing, this technology reduces charge cycle losses and improves the output, torque and response of the engine, with a positive influence on fuel economy and emission management.

The engine is the lightest V8 in the world, weighing less than the previous M3’s inline-six. The M3’s carbon fiber roof panel cuts unnecessary weight and lowers the car’s center of gravity. It also lets the roof edge appear flatter and thus lowers the perceived body height.

A separate throttle butterfly for each cylinder – eight in this instance – is a feature adapted from BMW M’s racing heritage and provides immediate reaction to the gas pedal at all times. Two stepper motors operate the four throttle butterflies on each row of cylinders, giving

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the engine a particularly sensitive response at low speeds together with an immediate reaction whenever the driver presses down the accelerator for extra power and performance. It also features large compound disc brakes which are connected to a floating aluminum hub by cast-in stainless-steel pins.

This configuration reduces the thermal loads on the discs, thus increasing their performance and service life. A volume flow-controlled, pendulum-slide cell pump supplies the engine with lubricating oil, delivering the quantity required by the engine. In its gearshift characteristics, M double clutch transmission with Drivelogic is ideally matched to the fast-revving V8 engine. Wet sump oil lubrication, optimized for dynamic performance, ensures consistent oil supply to the highrpm engine at all times, particularly in extreme braking maneuvers.

The system features two oil sumps - a small oil sump in front of the front axle subframe and a large oil sump behind it. Buyers seeking an open-air experience can opt to delete the car’s standard carbon fiber roof and replace it with a regular steel top and integrated glass moonroof.

The specifications include – 19” wheels, electronic damping control, extended novillo leather interiors, power folding mirrors, three optional interior trims. M3 with is the best handling production M car ever built. The power button changes the throttle response between normal, sport or SportPlus settings. The same button simultaneously changes the servotronic steering assist from comfort to sport mode.

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6 convertible offers top-down motoring with the same exceptional performance and handling of the M6 coupe. Power comes from BMW’s 500 horsepower V10 engine developed for F1 racing and the convertible is equipped with the high-tech suspension and performance modifications of the M6 coupe, as well as the same extensive list of 21st century automotive innovations as available on the other 6-Series models. At 4400 pounds, the high-revving engine is more than capable of moving that much weight in a spirited manner, with zero to sixty times in the low five second range and electronically limited top speed well beyond what can be achieved on a track. The gas mileage in the V10 is rated at only 11 mpg city and 17 highways. To set the M6 apart from the standard 6-Series, as well as to improve aerodynamics and road grip, the car is fitted with a distinctive front air dam that channels air flow to the engine and brakes, a rear air diffuser flanked by four tail pipes, sculpted rocker panels and side gills in the front fenders.

The soft-top adds some innovative styling touches, with neat rear fins on either side of the glass rear window. The rear window actually can be opened just like a side window for a sun-shaded, but breezy drive.

In the unlikely event of a roll-over accident, rear roll hoops deploy to protect passengers, which will make the convertible legal for most track-day events. Track performance is improved with the intelligent electronic M differential and dynamic stability control with selective M dynamic mode that allows a higher degree of wheel slip before engaging to permit some rear end drift in spirited driving. The styling of the 6-series is thought by many to be the best in the BMW line-up and the two-door convertible has a particularly sleek and graceful look. Electronic damping control also allows the driver to change shock absorber settings to suit driving conditions and intentions. Large brake rotors, nearly 15 inches in diameter are standard.

Apart from the body structure, only the doors, the retractable hardtop, the luggage compartment lid, the windows and the rear lights

come from the standard open-air version of the BMW 3-Series. The convertible has high-performance brakes to keep the car’s massive power in check. The rear axle V-bars provide reinforcement and are extended all the way to the side-sills. This configuration enhances chassis stiffness around the rear axle - critical for a convertible performance car. The rotors measure 14.2 inches up front and 13.8 inches at the rear. Adjusting damper forces electro hydraulically, EDC optimizes both the car’s vertical vibration behavior as well as its yaw and roll motion in bends and its dynamic axle load distribution when applying the brakes and when accelerating. The convertible is available with options of four special M metallic paintwork colors - Melbourne Red metallic, Jerez Black, Interlagos Blue and the M5/M6-sourced Silverstone.

On the interior, front seat space is quite comfortable and the supportive sports seats are a good choice for spirited driving, but rear seats, though quite comfortable, are fairly limited for taller adults. The rear seat backs fold down to form a carpeted luggage shelf with holddown straps for extra luggage on long trips. The optional Sport Package upgrades the seats, wheels and tires for the more performanceoriented owner. Safety features are extensive, including multi-stage front airbags, front-seat mounted side-impact airbags, curtain-style head protection, ABS with brake assist and brake-force distribution, tire-pressure monitors, fully-equipped first-aid kit that has always been packed in BMW trunks and BMW’s assist telematics system with automatic collision notification and SOS button.

The specifications include – Heads-up windshield display, radarmanaged cruise control, night-vision screen, navigation, satellite and high-definition radio, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, eight-speaker audio system, auto-dimming mirrors, xenon adaptive headlamps and moonroof. An important aspect of all this technology is that everything, from audio to ventilation is controlled by the single-knob BMW iDrive system.

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AUTOMOBILES

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orsche Boxster S - The Boxster S is the higher-performance version of Porsche’s mid-engine roadster with a more powerful engine, better brakes, modified suspension, and larger 18-inch alloy wheels. The updated Boxster S features direct fuel injection, which resulted in an additional 10 horsepower and improved fuel economy. The freshened exterior is highlighted by a new halogen headlight design reminiscent of the discontinued Carrera GT supercar, complete with integrated direction indicators. The taillights were also revised with LEDs, integrating more elegantly to the modified rear end. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, while a seven-speed PDK automated manual is optional. A new suspension system promises better driving dynamics and enhanced comfort, depending on driving conditions.

A modified valve control map for the steering system serves to reduce steering forces, giving the Boxster even more agile steering behaviour. The Boxster features the latest generation of PSM Porsche stability management now offering two new functions - brake preloading and the brake assistant. Whenever the driver lets go of the gas pedal very quickly - which is typical of an upcoming emergency braking maneuver - the PSM hydraulic control unit builds up an appropriate level of pressure on the wheel brakes before the driver even presses down the brake pedal, moving the brake pads slightly towards the discs for immediate action. This significantly improves brake response and shortens stopping distances accordingly.

New PCM Porsche communication management available as an option complete with hard disc navigation serves as the central control unit for all audio, communication and navigation features. Open-air driving is always only 12 seconds away with the Boxster’s folding soft-top roof. When in the up position, it complements the vehicle’s overall style and sleek lines. An aluminum hard-top is optional. The

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soft-top comes in four colors - black, gray, brown and blue. Aerodynamics is a large part of the Boxster’s style, with ducts that bring cooling air to the car’s radiators and brakes. An automatic spoiler rises out of the rear to reduce lift and maintain stability at high speeds. The Boxster’s drag coefficient is remarkably low at just 0.29.

Performance - Boxster models are equipped with brand engine developments. The Boxster has a larger capacity, performance-enhanced, water-cooled sixcylinder Boxer engine that is free revving, with optimum load change and extremely smooth running. With a perfectly matched interplay of all engine components, the Boxster now develops 188 kW (255 hp). vario-cam plus, in conjunction with the optimized intake manifold ensures high torque even at low speeds and excellent power development in the upper rev range.

Maximum torque is available over a wide rev range, reaching 290 Nm between 4,400 and 6,000 rpm. The engine in the Boxster S features direct fuel injection (DFI). This means even more power - the 3.4-litre power plant develops 228 kW (310 hp) at a maximum torque of 360 Nm between 4,400 and 5,500 rpm. Resonance Intake Manifold - The intake manifold with dual-flow distributor pipe has an adjustment valve which closes and opens at set engine speeds.

A two-stage tuning effect creates oscillation of the air mass in the intake system, which in turn generates a turbo-charging effect and optimizes induction. These two effects combine to produce higher torque at low engine speeds, a flatter torque curve and increased power output at high engine speeds. The acoustic properties of the system are second to none, producing the characteristic Boxster sound.

The specifications include - 310 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque, 6400 rpm, 12.5 : 1 compression ratio, top track speed of 170 mph, 0 – 60 mph in 5.0 seconds.

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SUCCESS STORY

WAY TO TRIUMPH

Pradeep Mittal, the Managing Director for Magna Infotech talks to Tulip, about his inspiration, how things fell in place, just at the time when needed and his achievements in the field of business About the brand Magna Infotech -

Today, Magna Infotech ranks 20 in Headcount in Temp staffing as per the statistics across the globe. In India, we are one of the leading and fastest growing IT temp staffing firms. Today, we have offices in 7 cities across India; 200+ blue chip companies as our clients; employee spread has been in 32 cities across India. We have deployed over 20,000 IT professionals in last 6-7 years.

Magna Infotech ranks 20 in Headcount in Temp staffing as per the statistics across the globe. In India, we are one of the leading and fastest growing IT temp staffing firms.

We have potential to grow 10 times of what we are today in the coming 3 – 5 years.

How and when your business started I started my own business in 1995, in a small setup at USA. Later, I moved back to India. I always wanted to be an entrepreneur. Magna was born with headquarters at Hyderabad.

Why did you choose Hyderabad? And how the city is now, in terms of development and infrastructure -

I am from Hyderabad. It has been the most happening city for over a decade now. People over here are more open, dynamic and lively.

There has been amazing amount of development in spheres of education, real estate, hospitality, technology and specifically IT industry.

The image and progression of Hyderabad has attracted lot of MNCs creating job opportunities for youth. Personally and professionally, Hyderabad has added immense value to me and the staffing business that we are in today.

The journey so far as a businessman -

sides people, you need to initially work towards attaining growth and visibility and not profits.

Thing which kept you going through tough times -

I had the strong faith in myself and the vision I held. Though, I made mistakes, I learnt to move ahead and not repeat them. There has been lot of emotional and moral support from family, friends and well-wishers during the tough times. Today, when I am going through a golden phase, I owe a lot to them.

The business journey teaches and changes everyone. So how do you think it has changed you -

The journey of a techie to an entrepreneur has been an amazing amount of learning. It was similar to the process of catharsis. It also meant taking challenges head-on and remaining sane at the same time. As an entrepreneur, you are not only responsible for yourself and your family, but also to all the employees who are working with you and their families.

It is a huge responsibility that requires great amount of determination, maturity and right decision-making. The experience has given entirely different outlook to my personality; widened my perspective towards life and things around me. I think I am becoming better with each passing day and this keeps me moving ahead.

In the near future –

I am looking forward to be a serial entrepreneur and hope I would be successful.

The journey from being an employee to an entrepreneur has been very challenging and at the same time very fruitful. When you are an employee, you are just accountable for the responsibilities that are assigned to you. When something goes wrong at the end of the day, someone above you is finally accountable. As an entrepreneur, you are on your own – with your strengths, setbacks, biases and choices. The journey of any entrepreneur is to keep breaking the boundaries of his/ her own personality and reinvent every time a milestone is achieved. To me toughest battles have been where I had to bring the best people who differed from me and had a different outlook together and make them believe in the vision and ensure that they give their best. Choosing the right people for the right job, taking right decisions at the right moment and leaving a room for contingencies have been the vital part of the business. We are in a business where we are controlled by lot of external factors. To succeed and remain in top position in staffing business, we need to continually reinvent ourselves to break self-imposed and external bottlenecks.

An open secret and a top secret about you -

Your take on your success -

Live your life on your own terms and never give up when you are going through tough times. It is very important to ensure that yours and your family’s lifestyle is never compromised because of the decisions you make.

People are THE most important aspect of any business’s success. I strongly believe you need to have the best people in your team. Be-

An open secret about me is that I am very transparent. The top secret of my success has been inducting the best people and giving them space to be themselves and taking them along. Besides, I spend lot of time mentoring people to give their best to the organization.

Past time activities -

Golf is my passion. I love to be in touch with my classmates and friends.

Also, I enjoy mentoring my colleagues.

You owe your success to –

I owe everything that I am today, to my family.

Professional or personal, choose one -

Had you asked me two decades ago about this, I would have chosen Professional. Today, it’s more of family and social responsibilities.

Advise to the readers of Tulip -

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TECHKNOW

GADGETS AND

RAYMOND WEIL – MAESTRO PHASE DE LUNA

TECHNOLOGY

For them and for those who love watch-making in all its complexity, Raymond Weil has created its first maestro Phase de Lune. Refined blend of complication and elegance, this timepiece displays a moon phase indicator at 10.30 filled with a royal blue colour and highlighted by the black dial. Just like the moon itself, this timepiece will continue to fascinate men for many years. The animated moon phase indicator will show you the moon phase that matches the date you have selected. Then, press the pushbutton situated between 12 and 1 o’clock on your watch until the moon phase indicator displays the exact same image. Fully mechanical and hand-assembled by our master watchmakers, this maestro Phase de Lune blends authenticity, watchmaking know-how and respects the most rigorous Swiss watchmaking norms in terms of quality. The RW4500 mechanical movement is wound automatically as you wear this timepiece and has a power reserve of 38 hours - a longer period of time than one rotation of the Earth on its own axis. This mechanism is encapsulated in a round water resistant 39.5mm stainless steel case. The dial is equipped with a date indicator at 6 o’clock, displays elegant Roman numerals and is protected by a sapphire crystal with anti-glare treatment. The crown shows the RW monogram. A black leather strap adds a final touch of refinement.

Technical Features – Automatic winding, 26 Rubies, 38 hours power reserve, Dial – black with central zone decorated in ‘clou de Paris’, sapphire crystal case back, 5 ATM water-resistant, 39.5mm Diameter, 10.45 thickness, Movement RW4500, 28,800 A/h with complication module.

HP TOUCHPAD The next generation of touchstone technology makes HP devices work better together. HP TouchPad is a large 9.7-inch multi-touch tablet running the webOS 3.0 operating system.

It is powered by the 1.2GHz dual-core snapdragon processor. Touchpad is designed for mobile productivity and fun. True multitasking allows multiple applications running at the same time.

Virtual full qwerty keyboard includes a number row, which reduces keyboard switching, making typing easy and fast.

Technical features - 9.7 inch touchscreen display, HP WebOS 3.0, 1.2 GHz Dual Core processor, 1.3 mega-pixel front camera (there is not rear camera), Wi-Fi n, 16/32GB storage, HP Touchstone support, 9.7-inch XGA capacitive, multi-touch screen with a vibrant 18-bit color, 1024×768 resolution display, weight of 740 gms, Dimensions - 240x190x13.7mm, Processor - dual core CPU 1.2 GHz Qualcomm snapdragon APQ8060 1.2GHz, front-facing 1.3 megapixel webcam for video calling, stereo speakers, 6300 mAh battery, 3.5mm audio jack, microUSB connector, wireless LAN - 802.11b/g/n WiFi, A-GPS (3G models only), memory of 16 GB or 32GB, various audio formats like - DRM-free MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR, QCELP, WAV and video formats like - MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, presence of gyroscope, accelerometer, compass and light sensor, Google docs, QuickOffice, dropbox and Box.net compatibility, browser with full flash support, Microsoft exchange email with Microsoft direct push technology POP3/IMAP (Yahoo! Mail, Gmail , AOL, Hotmail and others), features synergy which can sync all your personal information easily, VPN support and wireless printing.

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NIKON – DSLR D5100 The camera has a high-resolution Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with an effective pixel count of 16.2-million pixels, an image-processing engine that provides superior image quality and rich expression of tones and the new high dynamic range (HDR) function. Inspiring at any angle — the D5100 vari-angle LCD monitor helps you to capture the world in your own way. D-movie for recording and editing of full HD movies - the optional stereo microphone ME-1 can be used to record sound in stereo while also preventing noise caused by lens vibration being recorded during autofocus. This is first Nikon digital SLR camera to offer special effects mode. All colors other than those selected by the user are recorded in black and white.

Up to three colors can be selected at a time. These features enable capture of high-resolution images with excellent expression of tones. With standard sensitivity settings of ISO 100 - 6400 and additional increases up to Hi 2 (ISO 25600 equivalent), the camera offers improved capability with shooting under dim lighting, such as in the evening or indoors and also produces better results with capture of rapidly moving subjects.

Technical features - Colour sketch - The camera detects and colour outlines for a colour sketch effect.

Users can use the monitor display to adjust the vividness of colours and the thickness of outlines. Miniature effects - Distant subjects appear as miniatures for a diorama effect. Users can choose the orientation (vertical/horizontal) and width (narrow/normal/wide) of the area that will be in focus. Night vision - When this option is selected, extremely high ISO sensitivities are used (up to ISO 102400 equivalent). This enables shooting under conditions of darkness while verifying the subject and composition in the monitor.

CANON POWERSHOT G12 At the helm of the hierarchy of Canon Powershot cameras is the G12, the latest in a long line of warmly received enthusiast compacts.

G series of Canon Powershot cameras are long viewed as a capable alternative to the bulkier DSLR. New features in the range of Powershot cameras include Canon’s High Sensitivity technology, which promises more accurate colour and better results in low light, as well as f self-timer option which waits for a new face to enter the scene before the camera releases the shutter. Canon is also beginning to offer full HD video recording in certain Powershot cameras and the new SX230 HS marks the beginning of GPS functionality in the series, too. This is the first G series model to introduce high sensitivity technology with 720p video recording, a 28mm wide angle zoom lens and even a built-in ND filter for long exposures.

Topping it all off is a vari-angle 2.8in LCD screen on the rear with the option of an electronic level display and full manual control over exposure is also provided.

Technical features – Multi- aspect shooting, high dynamic range mode, HD movies, extensive accessory system, 28mm wide, 5 x zoom lens, hybrid IS, front dial, ISO sensitivity, 1/4000 seconds shutter speed and self timer.

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Deepa & Vinod Gupta

Geetika

Madhu Jain

Neelu

Wedding Bells!

The wedding ceremony of Kanishk (son of renowned businessman Vinod Gupta and Deepa) and Arpita was a grand affair at Hyderabad International Convention Centre. A huge group of socailites turned up for the occasion and friends of bride and groom were seen enjoying the event. The Sangeet was memorable too, as the near and dear ones of the couple were seen dancing and delighted.

Kanishk & Arpita

Mr. & Mrs. Jaiesh Ranjan 70 AUGUST, 2011

Shwetha

Aarti

Ami Shukla

Kamini Saraf

Ameena

Kritika & Srilu

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Birthday Bash Annu Kishore celebrated her birthday with some close friends at Cubano. The party was organized by Annu’s husband Mr. Kishore and here sister Ritika who specialy flew down from Bangalore to make her sister’s birthday special.

Hyderabad top socialites were seen bonding over Thai and Continental food spread. Spotted at the event were Rummy Azad, Sheetal, Namita Singhvi, Priyanka, Geetu, Heena Jethwani and many others.

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Aparna & Sharon

Harish & Esha

Parties @ B&C, Liquids, 10D, Touch & Kismet

Emraan Hashmi

Divya 72 AUGUST, 2011

The crowd of Hyderabad had the best time partying with their friends, recently. Many Tollywood stars, models and celebrities were seen partying too. Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi visited Kismet at The Park and was seen enjoying the music. DJ Adam Sheridan enthralled the crowd with the best of House and Techno music at the same venue.

Uday Kiran

Pari

Ruchika

Retu

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Soniya

Archana Veda

Kritika

Reya

Vinny

Soniya

Arahaan, Harshita & Ankitha

Dolly Sharma

Subbaraju

Naga Chaitanya

Reetu

Reshma & Martin

Staring

Christina

Pretty smile

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Lady in blue

Pooja

Adesh & Sunny

Prabjyot

Shraya

Birthday Celebrations

Vinita

Vinita Surana had her memorable birthday at Carbon, which was organized by her brother and sister. Many people like Sunny Khandelwal, the couple Ashwin and Trishna Tiberwala and many other were seen enjoying the authentic Indian cuisine for the dinner. DJ Amit Sisodia added more delight to the occasion, by spinning famous club tracks to entertain the guests.

Snacks, cocktails and mocktails too were served during the event.

Aamer Javed

Noor & Amina

Trishna & Ashwin

Sarah

Farya & Farah

Ayesha

Happy Birthday Mom!

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Aamer Javeed, organized a surprise birthday party for his mother, Atiya Javeed, at Grand Wok. Family members and very close friends attended the birthday. She was amazed by this wonderful gesture of her son and thanked every guest for taking time to be a part of her birthday celebrations.

People were also seen relishing the authentic Chinese cuisine.

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I need some more dude

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The musketeers

D)

Isn’t my watch looking classy

E)

Clubbing after so long

F)

Cool hairstyle yeah

G)

The red carpet elegant pose

H)

We are sleepy now

I)

We are the best pals

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Suhasini is an expert Tarot card reader who covers Palmistry, Nadi Astrology and Counseling. She excels in scientific Astrology and can be contacted on Website : www.tarotworldwide.blogspot.com E-mail : tarotworldwide@gmail.com Mobile : 09393026634, 09290425451.

Aries (March 21 – April 20) Tarot card ‘Ace of wands’ indicates, the powerful ornamental ‘Angel of Heaven’ fulfills your wishes and desires. You will triumph over obstacles and stumbling blocks. Your ambitions will drive you forward and generate strength in you. Your positive aura will help you to reveal negative thoughts and energies. You have to focus with positive energies of nature. Destiny foretells that you will soon be richer, in the heart, mind and will attain success in career, business growth or personal relationships, says the tarot card – ‘The wheel of fortune.’ Wear orange for good luck. Your lucky number is 8. Tuesday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear diamond Gemstone, since your element is fire, symbol is ram and planet is Mars. Karmic tip – Next to love, sympathy is the divine passion of human heart.

Taurus (April 21 – May 21) Tarot card ‘The three of Wands’ indicates, tremendous activites and liveliness will enter your life. Obstacles which keep crossing you path will soon be removed and a smooth road lies ahead. Explore new avenues to touch great heights. Have faith in yourself and in the power (conscience) which god has given to follow. Feel energetic and joy in the centre of heart and listen to what your heart says.

Your prayer through heart will surely be answered for rewards, so focus your mind to complete deeds, says the tarot card ‘The Strength.’ Wear green for good luck. Your lucky number is 5. Friday is your lucky day.

It is advisable to wear emerald, since your element is earth, symbol is bull and planet is Venus. Karmic tip - Life isn’t worth living unless you’re willing to take some big chances.

Gemini (May 22 – June 21) Tarot card ‘The five of pentacles’ indicates, maintain a balance in everything you do. Because good Karma will bring zest and fulfillment of wishes, but bad intentions may lead to deviation. It is important to build trust in yourself and others. Wisely choosing your responses to situations, you will surely be a winner, says the tarot card ‘The Sun.’ Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 6. Wednesday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear garnet, since your element is air, symbol is twins and planet is Mercury. Wear Chandra Yantra of eight metals on your neck next to your skill. Karmic tip - There are three ingredients in the good life - Learning, earning and enjoying what you do.

Cancer (June 22 – July 22) Tarot card ‘Hierophant’ indicates clarity of thoughts will make you remain calm and grounded. Be grateful for all that you have. After all the hurry and worry, there will be good times (new growth and progress in your career, job, business, relationship etc) sudden travel plans are foretold. It is also a good time for you to invest in a new house or property or business. Happiness is simplicity, says the tarot card ‘The magician.’ Offer seven types of food grains equal to your weight to ashram or holy place. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 9. Monday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear pearl gemstone, since your element is water, symbol is crab and planet is Moon. Karmic tip - Our own life is an instrument with which we experiment with the truth.

Leo (July 23 – August 23) Tarot card ‘Justice’ indicates you boundless love, strength, purity and loyalty. Your life is on a roll and is full of excitement, but success will soon be yours and work will be accomplished. A romantic inter side for you must be taken seriously. Your current partner is the one for you in this life. Remember your belief and confidence will help you to gain respect and support for yourself. Time will test your worthiness, says the tarot card ‘The Sun.’ Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 11. Sunday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear gemstone ruby, since your element is fire, symbol is lion and planet is Sun. Karmic tip - Change and growth take place when a person has risked himself and dares to become involved with experimenting with his own life.

Virgo (August 24 – September 23) Tarot card the ‘The Queen of Cup’ indicates do not have over expectation symbolizing eternal love and devotion promises. An intense relationship will soon enter your life. You will meet your soul mate and all emotional blocks will be released. But this may leave you shaken and confused in the creative arts. Pursuing passion for reading, writing or painting will increase, says the tarot card ‘The Bondage.’ Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 4. Wednesday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear gemstone agate (Diamond).

Since your element is earth and planet is Mercury. Karmic tip - Measuring life by what others do for you will disappoint you, but measuring life by what you do to others will not leave you in despair.

Libra (September 24 – October 23) Tarot card ‘The Fool’ indicates allow peace, stability and tranquility to enter in your life. Your karmic life path would then be filled with positive essence of healing and kindness. Remember this is a hidden secret where the next instruction from heaven awaits you. Receive this new energy fully with positive intent. This way you have been a giver. It’s time to be a receiver now. Almighty blessed you, says the tarot card ‘The Star.’ Wear violet for good luck.

Your lucky number is 8. Friday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear gemstone sapphire, since your element is air, symbol is scales and planet is Venus. Offer water to rising Sun. Karmic tip - Always think like a man of action and act like a man of thought.

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Scorpio (October 24 – November 22) Tarot card ‘Ace of pentacles’ indicates sudden fortunes and dramatic changes with blessings from angels above. You will have to except and realize that patience is a virtue for you to be strong and powerful, but in sudden ways, anger could pervade you and rule your life. Therefore, do positive affirmations for better future, says the tarot card ‘The World.’ Wear brown is good luck. Your lucky number is 6. Tuesday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear Navaratan Ring, since your element is water, symbol is scorpion and planet is Pluto. Immerse four square pieces of silver or copper in flowing water on Tuesdays. Karmic tip - Happiness and sadness are emotions which are within our power of choice. The decision is made inside the heart.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 20) Tarot card ‘The World’ indicates you that God is powerful and bestows good luck only. Be assured that you are surrounded by exceptionally wonderful angels, who are watching, protecting and guiding you. Learn to overcome anger. Be passionate and sensitive to the needs or the self-privileged. More comfort and luxury will surround your life this way, when you walk on the path shown by the angels of god. Good luck and fulfillment will follow you everywhere, says the tarot card ‘Temperance.’ Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 5. Saturday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear topaz, since your element is earth, symbol is goat and planet is Saturn. Karmic tip – Our forgiveness must be total and complete.

When you forgive make sure that you forget.

Aquarius (January 21 – February 18) Tarot card ‘The Star’ indicates, create your visions and be goal oriented. You will experience accelerated movement in your life and a feeling of accomplishment. Be receptive and follow your inner guidance. New ideas take birth and lead to positive results. You may sense superficiality too. Your ideas can be stolen. So focus on your goal and be positive, says the tarot card ‘The Justice.’

Wear green for good luck. Your lucky number is 8. Saturday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear blue sapphire, since your element is air, symbol is water carrier and planet is Uranus. Karmic tip - A successful people do not quit trying once they achieve success. They set a new one and keep going.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20) Tarot card says ‘The Hanged Man’ indicates a golden opportunity will knock on your door, bringing wonderful movements in your life. A partner or a friend will support you, either emotionally or financially. Meet the most of the support you get. Loans, funds and investments are highlighted and so a period of expansion and growth is predicted. So push aside laziness and distraction. Justice will be in your life with strong will and guidance from God, says the tarot card ‘The Hermit.’ Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 2. Thursday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear diamond and Jade, since your element is water, symbol is fish and planet is Neptune. Karmic tip - Life consists not in holding good cards but in playing well those you hold.

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Sagittarius (November 23 – December 21) Tarot card ‘The Emperor’ indicates celebrations, bliss and happiness around your life. It is the magical time now to live in the moment and enjoy every certain of your life and spend time with family. Persuasion and kind words will save a relationship. So, it will be beneficial for you to invest time and effort. Be courageous and standup for your faith and believes. Act with dignity to give respect. Believe that you can achieve whatever you want. It is time for you to know your needs, says the tarot card ‘The Moon.’ Wear purple for good Luck. Your lucky number is 7. Thursday is your lucky day. It is advisable to wear amber, since your element is fire, symbol is archer and planet is Jupiter. Donate black cloth on Sundays to poor or holy place. Karmic tip - Let us be grateful to people who make us happy.

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