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HYDERABAD FORTNIGHTLY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

VOL 02 | ISSUE 2 | MAY 16-31 2011

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Feature

All about Mangoes and Mothers’ Day

Relationships

The Royal Wedding

Travel

Summer Destinations

A Day From Her Diary Manjula Narsa

Special Bonding Rajini Reddy

SOHA ALI KHAN The royal beauty talks about her life as an actress, daughter to an enchanting mother and the journey so far.

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Contents Volume-2 Issue-2

May 16-31, 2011

6 Entertainment Your quota of gossips, scandals, news and amusements

10 Tinsel Town

Take a sneak peek of what’s happening in town

28 Match the following Coffee Break

46 Automobiles

Latest two & four wheelers

60 Fortnightly Diaries Upcoming events, City Festivals and Talk of the town

26 Fashion

Trendy Sunglasses

62 Horoscope

Check your predictions, scientific Tarot reading and Astrology by Suhasini

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48 Gadgets: Cover Story :

Beautcious & Stunning

Latest Mobiles, Cameras & Laptops

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK To begin with, I am extremely happy while I share with all readers that Tulip is NOW a year old. I could not have asked for anything better! This issue marks the beginning of the second year with which are the increased expectations from the readers, as they want to view new content and have a new look and feel altogether. It’s natural! Although (at times) it’s hard to figure out what exactly readers love to read, we shall put in all out efforts to make sure we come up with something new and different in every forthcoming issue and live up to their expectations.

Its mid-summer already in Hyderabad and the first thing to cross our minds are Mangoes. So this issue has articles, all about the resistibly irresistible King of Fruits. Apart from that there are detailed focuses on Health, featuring precautions for a pregnant woman and The Best Summer Holiday Destinations in the world. Eye care becomes mandatory, particularly under this scorching sun and also because it mirrors your heart!

Soha Ali Khan is on the cover for this issue. A candid conversation with Tulip, where she talks about her relationship with Brother Saif, Father Pataudi and about the movie – ‘Life Goes On’, which also features her mother – Sharmila Tagore and also her future projects.

Since every second Sunday of May is Mothers’ Day, we pay a tribute to this divine personality – mother. The ‘Royal Wedding’ of William and Kate, which the whole world witnessed, was the most sophisticated event this year and Tulip captures the best moments and highlights of it.

THREE THINGS I HAVE LEARNT IN THIS ISSUE Mangoes will always be the eternal summer fruit and there is no competition when it comes to taste. They are nutrient rich and have low calories! You don’t only eat them raw but is an excellent ingredient for yummy dishes.

Some weddings hold the power to bring the whole world together, as did the ROYAL WEDDING of William and Kate, in the Buckingham Palace. The story of love, romance, royalty and responsibility has just started.

Mother is the epitome of love and beauty for any child and no matter where we are or what we do, no one or nothing can replace a Mother’s diligent care and love. On mother’s day, we here have a tribute to the most beautiful side of a woman – Mother.

Regards,

Esam Ahmed Bilgrami Editor & Publisher publisher@tulipmag.com

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Contributors : Suhasini, Deepa S K, Hassan Ali, Bhuvana Balaji Interns : Khushboo Choudhary, Shruti Mathur, Shalini Jena, Vyshnavi Gopalakrishna Senior Marketing Executive : Md. Abdul Rahman Marketing Executive

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Publisher and Executive Editor’s Note: We make every effort to publish a magazine that is informative, entertaining and free of errors. We regret any omissions or inaccuracies, which are entirely unintentional. Please do bring to our notice any item that may be incorrect, or any photograph erroneously published. Also, we would be pleased to include any item or photograph that warrants our attention. We believe in the spirit of this city and its lively people and do hope our content bring only 4 TULIP 16-31, 2011 As always, your suggestions are welcome. smiles to ourMAY reader’s faces.

MODEL HUNT If you are smoking hot, then we are hunting for you. “TULIP is searching for fresh faces”.

If you have the attitude to make it big, then you have a chance to get on the cover. So send your portfolio to info@tulipmag.com

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HOLLYWOOD

‘NERVOUS ABOUT IT’ Sam Claflin to Access Hollywood

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British heartthrob and ‘Pirates’ star Samuel George Claflin, who is a fresh face on board for the movie ‘On Stranger Tides’, revealed that he was a little nervous initially, to act aside the ace, Johnny Depp on the movie sets. “I played it cool, especially meeting Johnny Depp for the first time. I was like, ‘No, he’ll come to me.’ Um, he didn’t. So I had to kind of go like [a] sheep [to meet him]. But yeah, everyone’s been so welcoming here right from the very beginning of the shoot’’. He continued with a smile saying – ‘I’ve mostly maintained the kind of calm nerves and a level head, I think, but it’s been the most amazing experience. I’ve learned so much.’’

With his career moving steadily forward, the 24-year-old will next hit the big screen opposite ‘The Twilight Saga’ beauty Kristen Stewart in “Snow White and the Huntsman,” as he will play a role of her prince charming.

A REALITY REUNION

Paula on Joining The X Factor Again

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Its official! Paula Abdul is all set to reunite with Cheryl Cole, Antonio L.A. Reid and her old foe Simon Cowell, for the upcoming American version of Simon’s reality competition, “The X Factor”.

Though she and the often cantankerous Brit had their differences during their mutual years judging “American Idol,” she is over the moon about reteaming with her former small screen, controversial fellow mate - Simon Cowell. She said – ‘Believe it or not, but it’s a dream for me. I always had the faith that I would be coming back. I never assume anything, but this was one wish and I am glad that it’s going to come true.’ Besides this, the British Pop and R&B star Cheryl Cole quoted saying – ‘‘I am looking forward for yet another season. It’s tough because I know how it feels to stand on that spot and be judged, if you like. So I like to feel I can give them a helping hand.”

A SPECIAL ONE

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In Alicia Silverstone’s Life

She was once ‘Clueless’. But now Alicia Silverstone is a mom. Her new blog, ‘The Kind Life’ reveals that she gave birth to a baby son. ‘My husband and I welcomed our baby Bear Blu Jarecki into the world and we are all three in love.

I’m so grateful to this community for all the love, support, good wishes and happy vibes you’ve sent me during my pregnancy. It has been so wonderful. Thank you all ‘ – as written on her blog. she has two films due out this year, including “Vamps,” about two vampires living in modern day New York and “Butter,” a comedy alongside Hugh Jackman and Olivia Wilde. Well, we wish Alicia too in return, huge success and a happier life ahead with her new movie projects as well as her personal life.

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BOLLYWOOD

RANBIR’S EX-

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Girlfriends say NO to his party

Ranbir kapoor had thrown a bash recently and invited all his ex girlfriends personally as he wanted to make peace with them. But it seems none of them are ready to forget the old golden days with the Casanova of Bollywood and turned up his invitation. They had reasons and of course valid ones to dump his party. Sonam kapoor does not share a good rapport with the RK and so, her presence was out of further discourse. Deepika Padukone has a busy schedule being the most demanding Bollywood contemporary. Katrina, who had dumped the King of all Khans- Salman for Ranbir made an excuse of being busy with work. Other actors and directors who are not bothered by Ranbir’s enamoring persona attended the fleeting brawl!

BEBO FURIOUS

When Priyanka Comes Nears Saif

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Priyanka Chopra dropped on the sets of Agent Vinod, Saif’s home production for a friendly chat which makes Kareena furious. Saif is shooting at Filmistan studios, Goregaon and Priyanka for Karan Johar’s Agneepath in Versova. What raises eyebrows is that Priyanka and Kareena are known rivals and thus, Saif does not share a very good rapport with Piggy Chops.

Priyanka was in Filmistan for an ad shoot and insisted Dinesh to show her Agent Vinod’s set which sent Bebo flaring with rage.

But it gets more interesting to what sources said. “PC is curious about everything what Bebo does and keeps tabs by checking with common friends.” So Kareena, stop worrying and let not your love life stress professionalism because Piggy Chops seems to know it well.

FARAH KHAN TAKES

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Lead for Bhansali’s Next

If singers can play lead, then why not choreographers give a try?

This probably is Bhansali’s thought about the ace filmmaker and the creator of the Bollywood heartthrobs Sheela and Munni. Farah Khan is making her Bollywood debut at the age of 40 and that too in a Parsi love story directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s sister, Bela. For a record, Farah and Sanjay shared a cold shoulder in the past and when asked by the curious media of why Farah, he laughs, “It is the best way of taking revenge on her”. Then getting serious, he adds, “I thought she suited the role perfectly. It’s a funny and very tender and quaint love story of a Parsi couple. And the character of Shirin suits her perfectly. Farah has amazing wit and wicked humor and I could see that translating on the screen.” Way to go Farah!

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TOLLYWOOD

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his indeed has been a lucky year for people who have tied their knots. The knot that officially declares ‘man and wife’ and the love that is bound to be ‘forever’. And the film industry has witnessed the best marriages this wedding season. Right from the Bollywood diva, Lara Dutta and Mahesh Bhupathi’s wedding at a church in Goa, which of course witnessed the presence of the big stars of Bollywood; to the ‘hiclass’ or as people say ‘the replica of the Abhi-Ash wedding’ of the Tollywood heart-throb Allu Arjun with his girlfriend Sneha.

Jr. NTR, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Junior (I’m sure many of us do not know the Full name!), is not only the grandson of N. T. Rama Rao, but himself has a very big name in the Tollywood.

And this eligible bachelor was taken a year back when he got engaged to the daughter of Narne Srinivas Rao, a television channel owner and the niece of the Telugu Desam President Chandra Babu Nahi, Laxmi Pranathi.

In spite of the 10 years age difference, they make an attractive couple!

Both the families have made sure no stone was left unturned to make the wedding as grand as possible. According to the information received 15,000 guests were invited including 5,000 fans and each wedding invitation is said to cost Rs. 3000. Be8 TULIP MAY 16-31, 2011

By Shruti Mathur

sides, a special song was composed by Arjun for the wedding and Chaitanya Krishna and Geetha Madhuri have sung it. The mandap that was designed was a marvelous Rs. 2Cr set-up and was 160 feet high.

NTR was seen in a royally designed sherwani and Laxmi looked elegant in a green-purple combination sari with splendid diamond and emerald jewellery. The kanchi sari that Laxmi had worn for the marriage ceremonies is said to be designed specially and cost a moolah of Rs. 50 lakhs.

The auspicious occasion witnessed the presence of Balakrishna along with his family, Chandra Babu Naidu with his family, Purandeshwari with Venkateshwar Rao were among those from the Nandamuri family who greeted the couple. Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy, Ramoji Rao, Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Nagarjuna-Amla, Naga Chaitanya, Mahesh Babu, Brahmanandam and many others graced the event.

It was also reported that Jr. NTR’s father-in-law gifted him a luxurious building in the city which costs around Rs. 20 Crores, apart from the luxurious car gift which costs Rs. 1 Crore.

Woah! Now this is what we call a big fat Tollywood wedding!

‘OVERTAKING’

SPORTS

Not Easy Turkish GP in 90 Seconds

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Ferrari driver, Fernando Alonso who finished third in the race of Turkish Grand Prix, said that overtaking is never easy in Formula 1. He also said - “I think it was fine. The overtaking we saw was more from tyre-performance difference than DRS and I like it. It’s is a new F1 compared to last year and we are getting used to it.’

The DRS was introduced by F1’s bosses this season with the aim of making overtaking easier - but not too easy. The system, which gives cars a straight-line speed boost when activated, works by moving a flap on the rear wing to reduce aerodynamic down force and therefore, cut drag. Drivers can activate it in a zone on one of a track’s straights if they are within a second of the car in front at a specific point prior to that straight. At the end of the race, he seemed happy about his performance and said he would be looking forward to perform better.

HAT-TRICK FOR MAXI

Red Devils’ win over The Badgers

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It finally was a walk in the park for The Reds. With a 5-2 victory over Fulham, Liverpool is back up to fifth position in EPL table now. Maxi Rodriguez scored his second hattrick in three matches giving it a perfect start with the opening goal in just 32 seconds ( the fastest in the Premier League, this season ). A defensive mix-up resulted in Maxi firing the ball home from eight yards out, and he added a second goal in the seventh minute when slotting home from an acute angle after Glen Johnson was allowed space to cross from the right. Liverpool are now two points ahead of Tottenham now. Meanwhile, in Italy’s Serie - A, Juventus were held to a 2-2 home draw by Chievo, a result that leaves them seventh in the table and in danger of missing out on European football next season.

MADRID MASTERS 2011

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DJokivic’s Unbeaten Run

Serbian Novak Djokovic beats Spaniard Rafael Nadal for the first time on clay court to claim the Madrid Masters title and extend his winning streak in 2011 to 32 matches. The 7-5 6-4 straight sets victory stunned the partisan crowd in the Spanish capital as Djokovic stepped up his bid to usurp Nadal as world number one.

Djokovic has now beaten Nadal in the last three Masters finals in Indian Wells, Miami and now in Madrid. “I walked onto the court thinking I could win. I’m very happy with the way I played.

This court was fast today, and I took advantage,” said Djokovic.

It brought the crowd to their feet, but they were quickly silenced as Djokovic continued to have the edge, although Nadal showed resilience to stay in the set.

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TINSEL TOWN

STYLOVY

Fashionista’s Wardrobe This is the first International brand retail outlet in Hyderabad. Men and Women specialty store, STYLOVY, brings the most popular and top American brands which include - American Eagle, Hollister, Abercrombie and Fitch, Aeropostale and many more. STYLOVY lounge truly caters to those who have sense of personal style.

The team of Arabesque

Amar, Seenu Vaitla & Santosh The Salon

Collections on the display Get ready for a make-over

CHASH OF INDIA

Arabesque salon and spa

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The Salon nourishes you with exotic and Arabic beauty therapies for hair, skin and body. Under the expertise of Chashmum Khan and her daughter Shireen Khan, an accomplished master of makeovers, makeup and hair styles, Chash of India provides specialized services in hair, makeup, esthetics, hand and feet care, body and spa treatments and various exciting packages.

TINSEL TOWN

UTTARA YOGA STUDIO

Experience union

It is a supportive, non competitive, family-friendly environment where all styles of Yogas can be learnt. Their primary focus is to help their students achieve their personal goals and to attain good health. Hatha Yoga is for everyone who wishes to become more flexible, strong and balanced. At this studio, discover the joy of union with the ‘other’ – Yourself.

Say cheese...

Practicing Yoga

A way to attain peace

Vinita Surana

ROYAL TREASURES A heritage exhibition

Kamini Saraf, a renowned fashion designer and Anshu Khanna in association with MBS Jewellers organized one day exhibition ‘’Royal Treasures’’ featuring designs created by Indian royalty at Taj Krishna. Creations of famous Rajgharana’s showcased their royal designs.

Gurleen Bagga

Kamini Saraf

Ishita

Kavita

Pushpa

Rani Kavita Singh

Maharani Kumari

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SHIMMERS EXHIBITION Fashion and Lifestyle

On the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Trithiya, ITE group India presented Shimmers, a one stop wedding extravaganza and showcased the creation of over 40 designer labels of over 10,000 designs of jewelry, apparel, footwear, bags, accessories and many more. The exclusive bride and groom exhibition was inaugurated by actress Nishanti Evani of LBW fame at Expotel Hotel.

Posing for the camera

Balakrishna

Uday Kiran

Sangeeta, Radhika & Kiran ?????

Balakrishna cutting the cake

ALL FOR VEGANS

Essence of Vegetarian food

Whatcha looking at?

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Lost in thoughts

Smiran

There is something new to cheer about for all the vegetarian food lovers of the city. The vegetarian coffee shop Greens, serves their beloved customers with maximum possible combinations in vegetarian cuisine. Tollywood actor Nandamuri Balakrishna inaugurated the shop with other actors like Uday Kiran, Venu and Producer B. Gopal appreciating this wonderful concept.

TINSEL TOWN

360 DEGREES

Nutrition and weight management 360 degrees fitness conducted a seminar on nutrition and weight management with an intention to create awareness among the society, of the increasing risks associated with holding a desk job and leading a sedentary lifestyle. Rekha Reddy, a qualified nutritionist and Sunitha Reddy, a fitness trainer and MD for 360 degrees fitness, spoke about the event.

Vineetha & Kasturba

Nadiya

Laxminarayana & lalitha

Looking on to...

Khala

Akhila

Picture perfect

DANCE FESTIVAL

Traditional dance recitals

Sunita & Praveen Reddy

Rekha Reddy

On the occasion of International Dance Festival, Ravindra Bharathi conducted a traditional dance concert, representing the culture of Andhra Pradesh. Prominent guests like Mr. Ramana Murthy, Shobha Naidu, Kantha Rao and K.V. Ramana, honored the grand event, which was followed

by Bharata Natyam and Kuchipudi dance performance by several renowned artists.

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Golden Memories W ith

My Mother

By Aditya Tej

Rajini Reddy talks about her bond with her mother, the values she imbibed from her and also shares some rather interesting anecdotes which dot her memories. While the experiences relayed may be unique, the essence of the bond itself is a universal one that transcends caste, creed or religion. Read on to re-discover that inexplicable bond that only a mother and daughter can share..

On her family background...

Rajini hails from an affluent and highly literate family with strong roots in Hyderabad. The youngest of three siblings and the only daughter, she is an Australian Permanent Resident, but currently based in Hyderabad, working as an Assistant Vice President at a Global Banking and Financial Services Company.

Her father, Fabian Reddy retired is a General Manager at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and lives in Sydney. Her Mother, Indira Reddy was an educator in the township school and passed away a few years ago. Her oldest brother, Rajiv availed voluntary retirement as a Major in the Indian Army, when he was injured during the Kargil war and is now settled in Sydney with his wife and three kids (two boys and a girl). The second brother, Sanjay lives with his wife and little son in Los Angeles and is involved in Media Investment Advisory.

Relationship with my mother…

All mother-child relationships are special, but I’d like to think that the relationship I shared with my mother tops them all.

She was at once my best friend and also my worst critic. When I was growing up, she was always the first to chastise me if I did anything wrong and also the first to reward me when I deserved

it and this continued into my adult years.

The bond we shared was unconditional and selfless. The way we just instinctively understood each other is something inexplicable. She made me realize that a mother is not someone you can lean on, but someone who makes leaning on unnecessary by just always being there - guiding, caring and nurturing.

On the role of a mother in a person’s life and in her own life...

Rajni all set to receive her Masters Degree - proud moment for both!

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If ever there was an award to be granted to one person for playing multiple roles to the hilt - that would undoubtedly go to a mother. From teacher, nurse, cook, house keeper, disciplinarian, friend, philosopher, guide, to even cheer leader, the roles she

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plays are too many to enumerate. Indeed in these varied roles she provides the loving care and support needed by children during their formative years and instills the values that they grow up with. The nurturing a mother provides is unparalleled to any other and is a vital part of person’s mental fabric. My own mother was all that and more to me. From a loving friend to a tyrant at times, she made me into what I am today. She taught me to believe in myself and chased after my dreams and not let anything stand in the way of me achieving them, especially not the fact that I was a woman. Integrity, honesty, loyalty and respect for elders are values which I have imbibed from my mother and this has held me in good stead, over the years.

At times when am not sure how to tackle a situation, a good friend’s advise to me is to do what I think my Mum would have done if she were in my shoes and it always works.

Childhood days with my mother…

Few of my most cherished childhood memories are of delicious aromas wafting out of the kitchen, a pantry always well stocked with goodies hand made by Mum, grand Christmases, a house

teeming with guests and relatives, lively birthday parties, long family chats sitting around the dining table well after the meal was done and so much more. My Dad used to refer to her as ‘Mother Superior’ (not in the religious sense of the term, but for her superior skills with juggling her work as a full time educator and her household responsibilities) - and that she was indeed.

‘Spare the rod and spoil the child’ she would often say and she put that maxim to good use while reprimanding my brothers and me. At times like that I wished I was one of the pet dogs instead because they seemed to have a far more cushy life than me. That feeling soon passed, as we came to see the value in her chastising.

With Dad on his 75th Birthday for hours on end about everything and nothing. My Mum held a Masters in English Literature and Bachelors in Psychology and so we’d have some very deep and meaningful conversations and some very frivolous ones. She often loved to scare me out by telling me that she knew exactly what I was thinking, which was quite scary. Sometimes when the driver didn’t show, we used to venture out by ourselves on shopping expeditions and trips to relatives, with me behind the wheel and Mum acting as the navigator. This one time, we even participated in a car race organized by Family World. She was the navigator and I guess that wasn’t really her calling, as we got totally lost. We obviously didn’t win and I whined about it. My Mum then told me that it wasn’t winning that mattered, but the participation.

As long as we knew we had given it our best shot, nothing else mattered, she said to me and that was a lesson learnt for life.

The other good times I shall always cherish are when Dad and she visited me in Melbourne after I had moved there. Long after her passing away I found a diary in which she had written that her trip to Australia was one of her most unforgettable moments in life. We had many a good time and some very hilarious ones too. One memory that stands out in my mind is when she took a dive down an escalator - unintentionally of course.

We were out shopping at Melbourne Central and we needed to take the escalator to get to the next level. My Mum, who I had always known to be bold and fearless, suddenly refused to get onto the escalator. As we could not locate the lifts, we managed to get her to step on after much cajoling. Mid-way up I suddenly felt a tug on my sleeve and the next thing I knew, I was on

Best moments…

Some of the best times I spent with my Mum was when my brothers left home (one to join the National Defence Academy and the other for higher studies in the US) and I had her all to myself. As Dad was busy with his work routine, we’d sit and talk

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my back with my Mum pinned underneath me. I wasn’t a light weight by any stretch of imagination and my Mum did feel the brunt of it. She never stepped onto another escalator for the rest of her three month stay with me. It was very exasperating at times back then, but so endearing when I think back on it now.

On her mom’s interests and hobbies...

She loved dogs with a passion and sometimes my Dad would teasingly say that she loved the pets more than him. In fact I recall a time when one of her cousins was proudly relating some feats achieved by her grand kid and my Mum kept saying that her dog Zulu could do the same, until she was politely reminded that she was likening a child to a dog. She had green fingers and always maintained a beautiful garden taking time to care for and nurture the plants herself. Cooking up a storm for family and friends was second nature to her. She was known for her culinary skills and guests almost always left home bursting at the seams. Which probably explains my constant battle with the bulge, her food was too good to resist. She had a great appetite for reading and devoured anything she could lay her hands on, from comics to classics. She loved listening to music and singing. She was also actively involved in charity work and would frequent the Home for the Aged and Mother Teresa’s Home for destitute women very often, bringing good cheer to the inmates along with gifts and eats. Mum was a cleanliness

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Funniest incident…

When she had a heart attack my sister-in-law and I went in to the ICU to check on her after she had recovered reasonably and found her sitting up in bed with her hair in two pigtails like a school girl. She then said to us that the Cardiologist had just paid a visit and said that after the stent implantation, she had the heart of a teenager. However, she would need to be monitored, as her heart beat was still a little bit “erotic”! Looking at our confused expressions she said, he meant “erratic” of course.

Such was her ability to see the funny side of things even under serious circumstances. Another incident that comes to mind is of this maid we had, whose husband would drink and beat her every day. After one such episode, when my maid was showing my Mum the bruises her husband had inflicted on her the previous night in a drunken state, my Mum pulled a 500 rupee note out of her purse and gave it to my maid. When my maid enquired what it was for, she asked her buy herself some alcohol, get drunk that evening and give her husband a taste of his own medicine. The next morning my Mum was up early waiting for my maid eagerly to hear all the sordid details. Whether that piece of advice was acted upon or not is a different story, but the incredulous look on my maid’s face was priceless.

What I admired the most…

Her tenacity and never say die spirit. She believed that nothing was impossible if you believe in yourself and trusted God. She had a child like faith in God that was truly inspiring.

freak and had a “germophobia”. I remember the time when she was hospitalized and they were trying to put a catheter into her jugular, the doctor was very short and had to kneel on her pillow to carry out the procedure. She was lying in pain, bleeding and eyes taped so she wouldn’t panic at the sight of blood and suddenly signaled to my sister-in-law to come to her side.

She then whispered into Mallika’s ear to have the pillow case changed. My little nephew used to take the mickey out of her by deliberately drinking from her mug and it never ceased to spark a healthy debate between the two, much to everyone’s amusement. I am sure she could have given Jack Nicholson a run for his money in ‘As good as it gets’.

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My relationship with my mum was perfect. As with all relationships, my Mum and I had our ups and downs, during my growing years, but we had this perfect understanding of each other’s feelings and sentiments that only strengthened our bond. It has been 5 years since my Mum passed away, but I know that she is with me in spirit and this gives me the courage and guidance I need to take on the challenges that come my way. The one word that springs to mind when I think of my Mum is - Positive!

My Mum’s blood group was B+ and so is that of my brothers and myself. My Mum would very proudly tell my Dad quite often that we were all her true children - positive to the core! Her whole philosophy and positive approach to life was exemplified by this one statement she often used to make, “When you pray for rain make sure you have an umbrella at hand”.

CHIEF-IN-YOU

Chicken Wings Ingredients: • 1 Egg • 1 tbsp Water • 2/3 cup Dry Bread Crumbs • 1 tsp Onion Powder • 1 tsp Dried Basil • 1 tbsp Cayenne Pepper • 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt • 1/2 tsp Paprika • 10 Chicken Wings (Whole) For Dipping Sauce • 2 tbsp Ketchup • 2 tbsp Honey • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce • 1/2 tsp Hot Pepper Sauce

How to make Spicy Breaded Chicken Wings: • Mix the bread crumbs, onion powder, basil, cayenne, garlic salt and paprika in a bowl.

• In another bowl, beat in the egg and water.

• Slice the chicken wing into three slices and discard the wing tips.

• Dip the chicken wings in the egg mixture to coat it evenly.

• Now coat the wings in the crumb mixture.

• Grease a baking pan and heat the oven to 425 degrees.

• Bake for 30 minutes, while turning it every 10 minutes.

• Combine the dipping ingredients and serve.

Russian Salad Ingredients: • 2 Boiled potatoes • 2 Apples • 2 Cups boiled chicken • 1 Cup boiled beans • 1 Cup cream • 1 Cup yoghurt • 1 Cup Mayonnaise • Salt to taste

How to make Russian Salad: • Cut potatoes,chicken and apples into pieces.

• Mix yoghurt,cream and mayonnaise well.

• Add potatoes,chicken and apples.

• Russian Salad is ready.

Watermelon Juice Ingredients:

• Watermelon pieces deseeded – 2 cups • Powdered Sugar – 2 Tbsp (Optional) • Pepper Powder – 1/4 tsp • Salt – Pinch • Ice Cubes – 3-4 Time to Prepare : 15 min

How to Make Watermelon Juice: 1. In a mixer Jar, add peeled and deseeded Watermelon pieces, Powdered Sugar, Pepper Powder and Salt.

2. Grind all the above ingredients until you see a nicely blended liquid.

3. Transfer to a glass and top with Ice cubes. Serve Watermelon Juice chilled.

Note: 1. You know that Powdered Sugar should be added only if Watermelon is not sweet enough for you.

2. If needed, you can filter the Watermelon Juice, but Watermelon Juice gives good taste without filtering.

Chutney Lassi Ingredients:

• 21/2 cups Yogurt • ½ small Raw Mango (Seeded and Sliced) • 12-15 fresh mint Leaves (Chopped) • ½ inch piece Ginger (Chopped) • ¼ bunch fresh Coriander leaves • 1 tsp Roasted Cumin powder • 1 Green Chili (Chopped) • Salt to taste • Ice cubes as required • Black Salt to taste

How to make Chutney Lassi: • Put the mint leaves, coriander leaves, ginger, green chilies, raw mango.

Salt, black salt and roasted cumin powder in a mixer.

• Add some water and grind to form a fine paste.

• Add yogurt, one cup water and ice cubes and blend again.

As the name denotes the noise streets of India this restaurant is the first of its kind in the country with a livewire lane filled with the outside action you can experience indoor.

Take a seat in not 2 not 4 but 3 wheeler wonders. Mud dolls, swing wheels, stick-ice, goli soda and more… Come explore the desi mela and get lost in the entire hustle n bustle. If you think you’ve seen it all you’ve seen nothing yet. The number of times you need to scream that out every day just to get one to stop for you.

Largest buffet spread takes you down the road towards tight fitting pants.

Start your meal under the Panchayat tree with some chaat, or add some zest to the Dimsums with some Mango Phataka to wash it down. Get a better fit near “Rukmini Ladys Tailar”, as the Cajun pizzas make an unusual but tasty accompaniment to the phulkas andkadhai paneer. Take a sear at “Ismail’s Ladees and Gens Saloun” and make your own ice cream dessert, and let the only traffic jam you face be the one in your stuffed tummy.

Address: Mr Manas (Restaurant Manager) +(91)-7893010001, 7893010000

In Cyber Pearl, Hitech City Road, Madhapur, Hyderabad - 500033.

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INTERIORS

GroovyDĂŠcor

By Shalini Jena

With the summer looming over our heads all day long and shelter becoming a dire need, it is time for designing our indoors, as the season demands.

Simple ideas of cleaning and blending of available furniture can bring in a big difference in our summer lifestyle.

T

o begin with, the paint of any interior - curtains.

Long light colored, plain or striped cotton fits the best for showdown with the scorching heat. Roman blinds are more economic and do justice for the traditional look. For those who have recess windows, they can take a break from the usual fabric and try linen and muslin cloth with bright colors, but the wall complementing with a lighter backdrop. Plain voile behind cotton or linen curtains are the best treats for bay windows, which look less stuffy.

Walls of the living rooms can be adorned with pictures or wall hangings of summer sailing, sandy beaches or summer flowers like orchids or peace lilies.

Mirrors give a polished and svelte tinge to the living and dining room. It moreover visually expands space providing a nice design feature.

Homes with large windows are prosperous this season because summer comes with oodles of light and colors. Pull away the curtains and place beautiful summer flowers on either side of the couches.

Avoid wooden lampshades and maintain fewer items in your room. Replace brass items with clear crystals.

Summers restrict long hours of slugging in the balcony in our favorite cane swings or sturdy bamboo chairs. So let us create our own indoor green balcony fenced with plants like bonsai or crotons, windows sifting sun rays through light colored curtains at noon and held back by curtain holders in the day. For patio or simple glass doors in a personal study room, door blinds of yellow, white, sky blue, pink or violet look lovely.

Try different light colors for your wall like baby pink, sky blue etc. If you want bright shades then go for their pastel or neutral tints. Give a refreshing feel to your summer walls.

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Glossy surfaces such as ceramics reflect and scatter light, giving a sophisticated look when placed on dark glass dining table tops or beside light colored sofas.

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With most elites drawing bamboos to create outdoor kitchen all through summers, saving a sweat and untimely fatigue while cooking, here is a simple design to make our indoor kitchens less claustrophobic. The more spacious is the kitchen hall, the better. The stove should be near the window for proper ventilation and airy impression. Incandescent bulbs take up more energy than the fluorescent ones and thus make it hotter while cooking dinner.

For people with taste for a brighter backdrop, they need not be intimidated to create dynamic design that infuses the room with warmth and personality.

Diablo red is a passionate, energetic and a powerful color to be painted amidst a colorful room. It is not recommended for professional salons, as the vividness brings in an intense atmosphere. Orange is less acute than devil red, which adds heat and security in the living room.

Summer tip

Carpets and rugs! Who wants to be cozy in summer? If you have a marble floor that shines when wiped under the beaming sunlight, that feels cool and slips when walked on, or is the best place to roll over during weekends while watching a movie, then just remove your floor coverings and have a cozy summer!

New Dimensional Lifestyle

Who wants a meal to be one part food and two parts sweat? Install a small fan with wet towel over it to keep a steady cool breeze all over the place. The towel will keep the winds down so you don’t blow things off the counter.

And by making it wet, you can reduce the temperature to 5 whole degrees!

address HOME

Address Home is an elegant lifestyle store for home décor with ideas and all those products you need to furnish your home with.

‘First decide on the look you want’, suggests Mr. Rajat Singhi, the owner of the store. For contemporary to dark and regal look, all kinds of products are available. The adroitly designed accessories for home décor and different fabrics of bed linens are its main attraction. Do you want to embellish your ceiling with chandeliers and glass tops with table lamps? Choose your type by blending your taste with the colour and space of your room. ‘Accessories in display are either imported or made in-house’, says Shruti, the store Manager. You can spend as less as Rs.10, 000 than and as much as Rs.20 to 50 lakh for refurbishing your interiors. Fine work on gold and platinum plates and other utensils neatly piled under display will grab your further attention giving a highly sophisticated look to your chamber. So take your time, space and cash as you want to vivify your house this summer, because here they give you all.

574 - A, Road No. 7, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 500034 Ph: +(91)-(40)-40068516 E-mail: hydstore@address-home.com A home is consummated, when the décor suits our lifestyles! Wishing you all “happy decorating”, all through summers!

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CAMPUS

Campus BuZzz...

NIFT Life- Boon and Bane

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t is the dream of thousands of youngsters, rebellious and non rebellious alike, of making the cut and entering the glitzy glamour world. To be the makers of fashion and to make a mark in the industry is no piece of cake.

Naturally, NIFT being the premier Institution of Fashion and Technology, it is the first choice of every Indian aspirant. On the way to making the cut is a rough journey because designing being an unconventional course is still not encouraged in many Indian families. Moreover to get into NIFT, a written examination and a situation test have to be cleared.

The way up to the top is rough and pure hard work. The competitive scenario is almost the same at NIFT as that of the industry. And survival is very tough. The reasons being that most of the students are away from home, alone in a new atmosphere. Moreover the reality is not so glitzy or overwhelming.

The promised glamour is hard to find because the work is challenging and time consuming. There is a constant demand of fresh creativity and hard toil. Nevertheless the fruit borne at the end, is worth all the pressure and hardship.

For a girl of 17 or 18, out alone in a new college, the journey is tough balancing between college life and peer pressure. But studying in a fashion institute sure has its benefits. Studying about Fashion Forecasting, latest trends and creating new fashion, the students maintain a certain level of style following upcoming trends and adding their own to each new trend. Amidst a hectic schedule fashion lovers are dressed in their trendiest clothes. “Oh we just wake up in the morning and grab a tee and a pair of jeans and rush to class on most days” remarked a girl “we don’t really have so much time to invest in dressing up, comfort is the most important factor.” Insomnia becomes a common habit cultivated by the students due to last moment working on the assignments.

Irregular food and sleeping habits lead to more stress so the weekends are the most awaited time of the week. NIFT prepares the students to cope up with the real professional demanding world with its demand for renewed creativity and organizing its own fashion shows.

It is the leading institution which imparts the best education in designing and enables the youth to create their niche in the world following the conventional way. - Kangkana Saikia - NIFTian “I prefer dressing up in jeans or shorts with tees, mostly on college days. They are comfortable and hassle free.”

Aungsumi

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“The work can be a bit tiring sometimes, but it is totally worth the pain because this is where we are taught how fashion is made and fashion industry is not only about style it also affects the economy of our country.”

Shweta

“Every individual carries their own individual style.

You will find people dressed in ethinic attire to people in dresses or play suits.”

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COVER STORY

Beauteous and Stunning Soha Ali Khan talks to Tulip, about her mother, talent par excellence Sharmila Tagore and her upcoming films.

You didn’t have a single release last year. Was that a conscious decision?

No, if I could have my way, I would have a release every month.

Tera Kya Hoga Johnny was supposed to release but it didn’t; and accident with Shiney also ran into trouble. The release dates are not in my hand. If I don’t have work I start panicking.

You did a film called Life Goes On with your mother Sharmila Tagore so were there any personal shades in your role?

In the film, during a scene with my mom I give her some shocking information – it is something I would never be able to replicate in real life. She would be disappointed and angry – I would turn into jelly. My mom can be very strict and severe when she wants to be.

There was also a moment in the film where I wear her clothes after she dies in the film. In morbid moments we visualize a situation when our loved ones will be no more – the film brought

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that moment to life because of mom’s cremation scene. I was very disturbed. Even now, when I see the film, I’m always in tears.

What was going through your mind when you were enacting your role in Life Goes On? While doing all this, I would keep in mind that she was having dinner with Brad Pitt at the Cannes Film Festival.

From the time you entered Bollywood, you have been compared to your star mom, Sharmila Tagore. Does it bring out the competitive spirit in you?

My mom is far more beautiful, experienced and talented an actress than I am. If I am compared to my mother, I would want her to win hands down. For me, there is not even the start of a competition. I’m competing with my peers for good roles.

I believe your mom wanted you to study more?

She wanted me to go to Oxford, which I did. She wanted me to

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grandmother from Mumbai to Delhi when she was ill. When she passed away, I was in my last year of school. I was also upset when my maternal grandmother passed away. It felt really nice to have four generations in the same room - my grandmother, mom, me and Saif’s daughter, Sara. Your life changes when you lose an entire generation, I never saw my paternal grandfather, he passed away when he was very young.

What do you like about shooting in London?

We shot in Central London near Hyde Park. St. James Park is my favourite park --- it’s a small park with a pond and lots of ducks and geese. It looks lovely when the flowers bloom. What I love the most about London is that despite being a huge bustling city, it still has a lot of greenery and you can go for long walks. Also there’s great food and it’s an excellent place for shopping. do my Masters, which I did, also because I wanted to. I think she now wants me to do a PhD. She feels that I am academically inclined, intelligent and have very good research skills. That’s why she is pushing me. ,” I’m very much into word games. Mom and I do the Hindu newspaper crossword, which is the toughest crossword in the country. We compete with each other from Mumbai and Delhi, and when we are together we do it together

In the film Life Goes On , a death changes lives of everyone. Has there been any similar situation in your life?

Of course, we have lost people that we loved; I have lost my grandparents. We had moved my

Do you take advice from Saif and Mom? Yes, I take advice from Bhai before I sign the movie and from mom after I have signed the movie.

You have two actors in the family. Any plans of doing a film with your mother Sharmila and brother Saif?

I would love to work with them but the script has to be right. We don’t want it to appear gimmicky. If some genuinely good script with roles for all of us comes along, then why not.

If you were the Chief of the Censor Board instead of your mother, Sharmila Tagore, what change would you have done?

I actually am very happy as an actor that we have a sensible Chief of the Censor Board who is not politically aligned and who is broadminded and wise. She understands cinema and also has experience as a mother and as a housemaker. I think she is the apt for the role. If I would have been at her place, I would definitely have kept calling her for advice every time I would see a film.

Considering she has almost half a-century of film experience behind her, does your mother have any plans of directing you some days?

She makes these plans everyday.

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Is your mom critical about your work?

Yes, she is. And I want her to be so. As an actor, she has so much wisdom in her. She looks at my clothes and my hairstyles. She now feels that she should not be critical as I have to choose my own way ahead.

In your film Life Goes On, you play a girl who grows close to her father after her mother’s death. How close are you to your father in real life?

We are very close to each other, as we have the same temperament. I have seen myself growing into him. I think I will become like him when I grow older, which will be very cool. He loves us very much, though it was mom who took all the decisions concerning us – What will be our curfew? Could we stay over at a friend’s place? or Can I get my arms waxed?

When mom was out, he would have no clue about our questions, so he would say ‘Call your mom and ask her’.

The film also sees you sharing the same frame with your mother, Sharmila Tagore?

Filming with her was very special because when we were shooting, she said this was her last film and she will be retiring. But she has been saying this for the last 20 years. Now I realize that she was not telling the truth, as she has already done three films more.

I had always thought of having one film common to both our filmographies and this film in particular is very touching. The way she has been presented and the way the mother-daughter dynamic has been presented are very special. It will be wonderful to have that on my DVD collection; I will look at it for years to come.

Tell us about the other two films you are working on - Chemistry and Soundtrack?

Chemistry is a romantic comedy, a first for me. Soundtrack is a drama about a DJ who loses his hearing and a deaf girl (played by me) who makes him aware that life can still go along.

As told to Gautam

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FASHION

Must have for summer 2011 Wear stripes for a summer look that’s funky and fashionable.

This season is all about bright colors and bold statements,

Printed wooden bangles are must

Flaunt your feminine side, Go for soft fabrics and pretty patterns to make the most of your natural beauty.

YOUR TREND CLOSET

Colourful lightweight flip flop footwear are in

Soft, neutral shades are perfect for simple everyday style

Crochet is making a comeback this summer, so layer up for a lovely look! Summer cardigans such as this crochet cover-up are great for fun frolics in the park!

R wardrobe is an exquisite fashion boutique with unique collections for both women and men above 12 years of age. Started by Mr. Rajesh and Mr. Raju Rupani, this store is known for having unprecedented stacks of clothing and accessories where all the major brands have their designs displayed. Men who want something trendy and stylish in their wardrobe, must visit. Latest designer wear for girls and women comprise - ultra voguish tops, skirts, denims, different part wear dresses, elegant gowns and kurtis, anything you want your closet to fill with are showcased. ‘We use all kinds of fabrics according to the season. We create our own designs according to the festive time of the year. We produce our own style statement’, said Mr. Rajesh Rupani. Elite people from all over Hyderabad frequently visit the store during festive/non festive seasons to scan and choose from the latest designs. You can visit weekly to check out garments and accessories like branded hand bags for all occasions for your wardrobe as new stocks are refilled almost every day. We make our customers feel comfortable with our homely atmosphere and well trained staff to fulfill all their requirements, added Mr. Rupani.

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FASHION

Style Quotient

By Shruti Mathur

Sunglasses or 'glares' as we refer to them, have always been a form of protective eyewear. They have also been an immense fashion statement. They are available in different brands, colors, shapes and sizes. From the variation in the colour to the 'cool and trendy' frames, they are a hit this season.

Worried about brand or type to pick this summer? Well, we have a list of the 'kinds' of sunglasses which are currently in and you can choose on the various options available.

Aviator sunglasses They feature oversize teardrop – shaped lenses and a thin metal frame. As a fashion statement, Aviators are often made in mercury, coloured and wrap – around styles and come with UV Protection.

Best brands for purchase – RayBan, Carrera.

Colors – They are available in various colors like – black, brown, grey and bottle green. But the hits this season are – maroon, polar green, crystal polar blue and grey-blue.

Price – They can range from Rs. 4,500/- to 9000/-.

It’s definitely worth the buy!

Clip-on glasses Before you decide whether you want to purchase them or not, you need to understand how exactly they work - for most of the people who rely on eyeglasses. Clip-ons easily clip onto the sides of the frames. They can be easily lifted up when UV protection is unnecessary. All in all, they are comfortable to wear for an extended period of time.

Best brands for purchase – Elite Magnetic Colors – They are available in a number of styles and a lot of colors to choose from to show some versatility in a day to day life – black, brown, grey and rose are the most popular and readily available colours.

Price – The price can range from as little as Rs.1200/- to as much as Rs.18000/- or possibly even more.

Wayfarers

They are decent, yet stylish!

The Wayfarers is plastic-framed design for sunglasses produced by the RayBan company. Introduced in 1952, the trapezoidal lenses are wider at the top than the bottom and were famously worn by James Dean and other actors. The original frames were black; frames in many different colours were later introduced. Wayfarers are available in Original Wayfarers, New Wayfarers and Wayfarers Folding styles.

Best brand for purchase: The best band, of course, is RayBan. Colours: They are available in all funky colours and also different frames.

Price: The price of these funky Wayfarers start from Rs.1500 onwards.

Get the look right!

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FASHION

Oversized sunglasses It is not unusual to see a person, walking down the street with a chic pair of sunglasses which start at the top of the eye and end in the middle of the cheek. Not only it is ‘not-unusual’, it is becoming very common. Putting on a pair of oversized will instantly make you feel like the hottest person in the world. They make you feel more confident and are absolutely snazzy.

Best brands for purchase – Minotauro and Gucci offer the most attractive glares. Apart form the two, they are available in all the brands.

Colours – They are available in ALL colours including peaches, blues, oranges and yellows. They come in various shapes to match perfectly with the face cut.

Price – The price can be anything from hundreds to thousands, depending on the brand.

If you are looking for haute couture sunglasses styles, oversized models are the way to go!

Designer sunglasses Mainly to flaunt, they have made their way to the top in the ‘sunglasses’ category. The designer labels offer high quality as well as great styles and designs. If you are worried about the high price tag, you can always go for replicas as they still look sophisticated.

Best brands for purchase – Most notable brands are Christian Dior, Smith, Oakley and Burberry. Some of the popular, but less expensive brands are – Foster Grant and Ryder.

Colors – They are available in a wide range of colours and differ in shapes and sizes. They may be designer printed or studded.

Price – They can range from Rs.1300/- to Rs.45000/- or more, depending on the brands.

Keep it sexy this summer!

Hamed Saberi, Owner, Shades How would you define the term ‘sunglasses’?

Sunglasses are something which are used to protect eyes from sunlight and heat.

How important are they for this season?

For summers sunglasses are a very important accessory since they protect our eyes from heat and UV rays and also are a fashion accessory.

What is the latest trend?

The new trend is to go for variant colours like blue and black for men, while women prefer colours like pink and yellow.

What kinds of sunglasses suit what kind of facecut(s)?

For a square face the glasses need to be curved and oval, for round or oval faces rectangular glasses suit perfect whereas wayfarers suit oblong faces.

Anuj Rai, Branding and Marketing Relations, Shades What is your opinion about ‘glares’?

It’s a must accessory. They look stylish and have an incredible cooling effect specially in summers and is a great fashion statement.

Does your personal fashion statement include sunglasses?

It does! And, it does to a very large extent. It is the most important fashion accessory after shoes and belts. I think that’s the first thing that you notice when you happen to meet someone.

What kind of sunglasses do you think a guy or a girl must purchase?

Aviators. They suit everybody!

What colour lenses and frames should fair people go for and what colour suits well for the dusky ones?

Black lenses with thin golden frames for the fair ones. And light brown or grey lenses, golden frames suit dusky people good too.

Blue and red frames give a fresh look and look extremely funky.

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FUN

Match the f ollowing Pictures with the Comments

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A)

“I love smiling for the camera!” *click* *click*

B)

And, here we go…

“Say cheese…”

C)

“Paying attention”

D)

“What’s going on there??”

E)

“Keeping mum” – What’s the top secret darling?

F)

“Walking in style!”

G)

“That’s right! I’m the cool dude ”

H)

“Please hang on, let me walk in and pose nicely for the picture ”

I)

“Amused!”

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CHIT CHAT

A Day From Her Diary...

By Aditya Tej

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RELATIONSHIP

AWedding To Remember

A journey of romance culminated into a classic reunion after 8 long years. History was made in London on April 29th when William wedded Kate which will certainly be remembered as the ‘wedding of the century’ by the whole world.

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omething that every girl has in common, whether or not they were born lucky, is growing up with the hope and dream of being swept off her feet by her prince charming.

Very few individuals rarely receive the opportunity to make this dream become reality.

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It’s because every girl hopes and wishes for big changes to occur which can help transform her life from inside-out. The dream of becoming a princess and marrying prince charming goes far beyond the material rewards which come with such a privilege. Transforming from an average girl into a princess represents an achieved life that has overcome adversity. It exemplifies a girl who has exercised patience as she earned the love of a man who will make every past heart ache worth the while and wait.

The story of William Arthur Philip Louis and Catherine Elizabeth Middleton is not just a Royal Wedding of prestige and fame, but a fairytale come true. This story resonates among many people not only because of the transformation Kate has made in becoming a princess. The world has been able to witness William’s transformation, which is the story of a boy growing up without his mother who, despite the exposure and fame, has remained humbled throughout his life and found his true love.

Why do we eat this up, this thing we call ‘love’? Love for ourselves and love from another is what sustains us and makes life that much more worth living. It is an innate human need that we can all at some point deny, but would be naïve to believe we can live without.

The marriage of William and Kate at the Westminster Abbey was a once in a lifetime visual treat for all those who visited and were a part of it. A mark of hysteria scaled new heights among those who witnessed it on TV. The crowd went berserk watching the ceremony on a giant screen live at the Hyde Park. It was a blend of sheer magnificence and grandeur. It was not just the most awaited marriage for many around the world, but also a moment to remember and cherish for a long future to come.

The royal married couple was incredibly moved by the presence and happiness of the crowd. The vast crowd outside got their rewards, when the couple drove back in their car which read – ‘JUST WED’.

Blessings from the Prime Minister David Cameron said that the engagement marked “a great day for our country” and wished the couple a long and happy life together. William is very protective of Kate regarding the pressures of Royal life and is quoted as saying “I want to make sure they (Kate’s family) have the best guidance and a chance to see what life has been like, in the family”.

Wedding Cake The wedding cake had a strong British floral theme, using elements of the Joseph Lambeth technique. It was a multi-tiered traditional fruit cake decorated with cream and white icing. The Lambeth technique is based on a style of decorating that was popular in England where chefs and decorators would use a lot of intricate piping to create 3-D scrollwork, leaves, flowers and other decoration. The method is still popular today and is frequently used by wedding cake designers and decorators to create ornate wedding cakes. The cake designer Fiona Cairns was chosen in February 2011 to create the wedding cake.

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The Royal Guest List These were a few celebrities who have an official link to the couple. All have been invited with their spouses or partners if married or in a civil partnership – - Amanda Berry, Chief Executive of Bafta. Prince William has been president of Bafta since 2010.

- Sir Clive Woodward, former coach of the England Rugby Team and the British and Irish Lions.

- Ian Thorpe, Australian Olympic swimmer who met the prince on a visit to Australia in 2010.

- Rowan Atkinson, close friend of The Prince of Wales.

- Sir Elton John, performer who sang at Diana’s funeral.

- David and Victoria Beckham, have met the prince as President of the Football Association, on a number of occasions.

- Guy Ritchie, friend of Prince William and Miss Middleton.

- The Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Raja Permaisuri Agong of Malaysia.

- Princess Lalla Salma of Morocco.

- The Emir of The State of Qatar and Sheika Mozah Bin Nasser Al Missned.

- King Michael I of Romania and Crown Princess Margarita.

- Prince Mohamed bin Nawaf bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia and Princess Fadwa bint Khalid bin Abdullah bin Abdulrahman.

- The Crown Princess of Sweden and The Duke of Vastergotland.

- Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand.

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SUMMER SPECIAL

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The summer sweat does not stop us from being all excited to binge on the ‘King of Fruits’. The name itself describes a trait of the fruit, which is none other than the - Mango. Add an adjective after ‘Mangoes’ and it makes a whole new sentence- ‘Man- goes crazy’ and definitely they make everyone go crazy.

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am sure that most of us tried plucking mangoes and run so we would not be caught by the owner of the yard and relished every bite of it, head back home after the days play and gorge on plate of mangoes and fight with our siblings over who got a bigger share. It is one of the oldest cultivated trees with writings which prove that dating back to 4000 years. There are a thousand varieties of mangoes all round the world. India alone produces over seventy varieties of mangoes, the best reason for it to be India’s National Fruit. The Mango has a very extended family - Benishaan, Himayat, Chausa, Banganapalli, Tota puri, Kesar, Dashehari, Alphonso being a few of its Indian brothers. Summer cannot pass without being kid and binge on the yummy Rasal. The mango tree and the fruit have both been a part of the great Indian festivities from the ancient days. In Hinduism, the perfectly ripe mango is often held by Lord Ganesha, as a symbol of attainment, regarding the devotees’ potential perfection. The Mango leaves are exclaimed to be sacred and are used to decorate the doors during festivals and Mandaps during weddings. The Mango wood is used to make window frames, rafters, furniture, canoes, jewellery and vases. The oil from the kernel inside the mango seed is used to make soaps. This is one tree that is useful from the fruits to the roots. Every nook and corner of the country has a dish dedicated to the ‘King of Fruits’. Raw form of

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Mango is used in various preparations traditional to exotic. Ugadi is one such festival that seems to celebrate the arrival of the Mango. This festival offers an indulgence in the fruit with mango rice, mango gravy mixed with plain rice, mango dal - pieces of raw mango are added to Dal, Aam Panna - (raw mango juice,) mango pickle are definitely one of the most awaited pickles of the season. When nannies are all set to make pickles and the air is filled with the aroma of freshly ground spices. One cannot resist the smell of freshly mixed Aavakaya pickle. It is a fruit that is relished by all age groups. Murabba or Jam which is made of raw mango is a combination of mango pieces and the sweetness of jaggery. Mangos can be combined with almost everything from desserts to cakes. Sixth International Mango Symposium at Thailand clearly indicate that mango industry is not confined to few pockets of the world rather the countries like Australia and Israel, where its commercial cultivation started few decades back, have made significant achievements and is now million dollar earning industry for them. More than 20 million metric tons of mangoes are produced throughout tropical and subtropical world. The leading producer is India, with very little export. Based an FAO reports, Mexico rank first in export and is at second place in production. Apart from fresh fruits, market for mango juice is also growing well. India is the biggest player in the market.

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DO YOU KNOW? • The mango is known as the ‘king of fruit’ throughout the world.

• The mango is the national fruit of India, Pakistan and the Philippines. The mango tree is the national tree of Bangladesh.

• The Mango tree plays a sacred role in India, it is a symbol of love and some believe that the Mango tree can grant wishes.

• Some varieties, such as Keitt mangoes, never change color, so rely more heavily on softness to indicate ripeness. A few black spots on the skin are typical of ripe mangoes.

• India grows more mangos than all other fruits combined.

Over 20 million tons of mangoes are grown in the tropics and sub tropics.

• Put mangoes in a paper bag to ripen at room temperature; store ripe mangoes in the refrigerator.

• More fresh mangos are eaten every day than any other fruit in the world and a mango tree can get as tall as 100 feet.

• Even inedible parts of the mango have interesting uses. The bark, leaves, skin and pit have been used as folk remedies for centuries.

• Asia accounts for more than three-quarters of the world’s mangoes.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS

Mango is rich in a variety of phytochemicals and nutrients. The fruit pulp is high in pre-biotic dietary fibres, vitamin C diverse Polyphenols and pro-vitamin A carotenoids.

Mangos are bursting with protective nutrients. The vitamin content depends upon the variety and maturity of the fruit, when the mango is green the amount of vitamin C is higher, as it ripens the amount of beta carotene (vitamin A) increases.

Even inedible parts of the mango have interesting uses. The bark, leaves, skin and pit have been used as folk remedies for centuries.

They are high in fibre but low in calories and sodium. Mangoes are not only known for their exotic sweetness and juicy quality, but are also known for their many health blessings. It helps in the formation and sustenance of healthy teeth, good vision, skeletal and soft tissue, mucous membranes and skin.

Mangoes are used as blood builders because of their high iron content. They are suggested for treatment of anemia and are beneficial to women during pregnancy and menstruation. People who are suffering from muscle cramps, stress and heart problems can benefit from the high potassium and magnesium content that also helps those with acidosis.

Aamras Take 2 mangoes Peel and chop mango.

In a blender, add the chopped mango pieces and blend.

In small bowls, pour the mango pulp.

Refregirate and serve

Mango & Avocado Salsa 1 avocado, chopped into 1cm chunks 1/4 red onion, finely chopped 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped into 1cm cubes (roughly speaking) 1 teaspoon thai fish sauce Juice and grated zest of one lemon or lime which makes it taste more thai 1 tblsp chopped coriander (although we used basil) 1/2 red chilli finely chopped (we used dried) Fresh ground salt & black pepper * mix all Ingredients and enjoy the salsa.

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PETS

Friendly Cockatoos Species: There are many species of cockatoos, but the most common species seen in captivity (in no particular order) include the Moluccan, Goffin’s, umbrella, sulfur crested (greater and lesser), and bare eyed cockatoos.

Size: Range in size from about 12 inches to about 27 inches. Those on the smaller size include Goffin’s cockatoo and the lesser sulfur crested cockatoo, while the larger cockatoos included the umbrella, Moluccan and greater sulfur crested cockatoos.

Expected Life Span: With proper care, cockatoos can be expected to live from about 40 years (smaller species) to 80 years or more (larger species).

Unfortunately, many in captivity die younger than this.

Temperament: Cockatoos are very lively and affectionate birds. They are quite “cuddly” and bond very closely with their owners. However, their sociability and need for affection means they demand a great deal of time from their owners. Deprived of affection, cockatoos will become depressed or exhibit neurotic behaviors. They are intelligent, playful, mischevious, and they can be exceptionally loud. They are somewhat excitable so sometimes don’t do that well around young kids.

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er parrots for their ability to mimic speech, but in general they do have pretty good speech capabilities. There is a lot of variation between individuals as well as likely some species variation.

Toys: Cockatoos love to chew and destroy things, so providing chewable toys is a necessity.

Softwood toys, tree branches, vegetable tanned leather, rope toys (supervise use), bells and cardboard can all be given. Provide both hanging toys and toys that can be picked up in the feet. Toys with hanging strands simulate preening and are popular with cockatoos. All toys must be safe, and hung safely

Feeding: Cockatoos need a variety of fresh foods along with a good quality avian pellet based diet. Pellets can be up to 50% of the diet and fresh foods (vegetables, fruits, grains, etc) you prepare should make up the rest. Seeds and seed mixes should only be used as a limited treat item since they are high in fat. Nuts can also be used as a special treat. Links to help with feeding a proper diet.

Pamper your Pets Nails n Tails is literally a round-thecorner pet store in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad that stocks beds, feeding bowls, mittens for pups, clothes and shoulder bags to carry the toy breed around, gourmet cat food and more. And a salon and bath inside, replete with aromatherapy-based bath products, offers services such as the tick and flea free baths, body massages and hair trims.

Address: 8-2-439, Opp Hotel Casa Luxurior, Road No. 4,

Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 500034. +(91)-40-66047626

Timings: 10.30 am – 7 pm (By appointment only)

Tuesdays Closed.

TULIP SPECIAL

A tribute to the most divine woman

By Vyshnavi Gopalakrishna

She lives for you, before you breathe She dreams about you, before you come

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She catches you, before you fall,

t was a very beautiful dress. Pink frills, white laces, trans- She pacifies you, before you cry lucent, shiny borders. Exquisite, in short. Rajni must She feeds you, before you starve have lost count of the number of times she had been staring at that dress behind the windowpane. That day, as al- She protects you, before you’re hurt ways her mother came to pick her up. But strangely, Rajni was quiet. She did not give her mother a searching look nor asked her ‘When will I have that?’ She no more wanted to hear, ‘Yes honey… soon.’ She was matured and understood that being a single Mom her mother had lived, toiled and loved all her life.

In fact, Rajni suddenly felt self- contempt, to demand things she knows she can never afford to have? How can she upset her poor mother who strives so hard to make her happy? But she knew she had made her mom happy. Her engineering results were out the previous day and she saw immense exhilaration on her mom’s face. Smiling, she glanced at the lovely lady beside her, took her hand and started walking. She reached home, freshened up and as she came down the hall there was a large packet on which was written ‘Congratulations’. She looked around, no mom. She weighed it in her hands and opened it slowly. And there it was, in a stuffed grubby package – the dress. As tears welled up her eyes, she looked up and there she was with the beautiful smile in her face – her Mom. “ A woman has lived different forms since she was a baby, a chirpy teenager, a shy young lady- but the most delightful form of all is that of a Mother, who is always by the side of her kids in all their ups and downs. Maa, Mamma, mummy, Aai, Amma, la Madre - she has different names in different languages but all mean the same and suit her spirited personality. Here is the day to celebrate the glory of a woman as mother- Mothers Day. From the moment she knows about the life within her, she starts living for it. A tribute to all the mothers who have nurtured a fetus for nine months without knowing anything about the tiny life inside her and have gone through an ail-

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ing delivery, but all that is on her mind is the little spirit inside her.

No wonder a mother’s love is called ‘selfless’, she is a living epitome of sacrifice. They give up on everything just look at their children smile. She is the play maker of the family. She moulds her children to be better individuals. Educates them about the society, its evils and the solutions, she makes them clever enough to make sensible deliberations and carry forward what is right.

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aspects of life. From their sleep to their meals everything for them comes only after their children. From being proud of her child’s achievements to being concerned about their future she faces everything, but all she reflects is the joy for her child.

From being a friend to a mentor she is a master at every role.

No matter where you go and what you eat unbeatable is the taste of her food and ever ready is her lap for you to rest. The sadness in your heart speaks to her even before your eyes reflect it. Mother is the one who loves children not only hers, but also others. Despite knowing so many things about her, look into her eyes you will see so many unexplored nooks and corners. No matter how sever the pain in her hand might be she will still massage your leg without a frown. A hint of trouble on her toddler and she manifests into a super power who will go by leaps and bounds to protect her child. Such magnificent and vivacious is the life of a mother. She is maestro at multitasking from cooking to arraigning the table and getting kids ready she does everything simultaneously but among this she does not miss taking a note of everyone’s requirements. She maybe in pain but all she thinks about is her family. A woman of principles, who follows her rules to keep, knit the bonding.

Though stern at times she is an idol of worship for her patience and humble talks. She is like water, not bendable or breakable, she finds a way form the darkest of caves and the highest of mountains, and she washes off every difficulty in the path of her child. No written word can describe her perseverance, contribution and love. She is playful as kid and mature as a woman.

God made mother for he can’t be with us everywhere and she truly fulfills his desire to be with us, though miles away from her kinder she is still concerned about his well being. A look at her child’s visage revives her being. Her heart is as deep as the ocean but her chastity so beautiful that we do not see beyond what she wants to show us. Her smile gives us confidence, her touch raises our spirits and her words give the courage to overcome the hardships.

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Anjum Babukhan Motherhood brings out the utmost nurturing potential in women under which she selflessly supports life’s most dynamic creative relationshipbetween mother and child. Children delight their family in the most unique, witty and natural way- what they say, do and think never ceases to amaze us! My mother burned the candle on both the ends to raise us in the USA as an immigrant who suddenly found herself in such a different environment. She selflessly worked in getting the best for us and never pursued her own needs.

Namita kanodia It was a great feeling when my first born was in my lap. Before marriage and after marriage and after children, it is different. It is great being a mother. I have been working for twelve years now and children come first, work was always done according to their school timings. I was always home before the kids returned from school. I myself have learnt a lot from my mother, she has inspired me. Anything that she has done cannot be forgotten.

Preeti Mothers love can’t be restricted to one single day it’s an eternal feeling its nature, there isn’t an atom of pretense about it. Mother is born when she gives life to a soul the warmth of her love is felt as long as she lives.

Anju Jain Mother- the name itself suggests unconditional love. Mother is role model for family and societal values. She is the root of the family, she can mould situations and set thing right. It was a moment of pride for me, when my daughter became the sports captain and got scholarship, I feel proud when the teachers praise my children for their maturity and good behavior. My Mother is my world, she still remembers all that I like and cooks it for me when I visit her. A mother can read her child’s mind. She is aware of their needs, problems and can recognize their potential.

Shalini Badruka One word to express motherhood is wonderful; joy of being a mother is unimaginable. It is a pleasure to see your child grow up, right from when the baby is in the womb. It is a pleasure to listen to their chatter.

One moment that I haven’t forgotten is, I was travelling, I came back home I thought that the kids must have fallen asleep but they were waiting for me with a pile of greeting cards. Kids these days are spontaneous and can express their love in different forms.

Jerin Ephrem One morning while I was on my way to the church I met with an accident on my bike. She had warned me but I didn’t listen to her. But even then when she got to know that I hurt myself she remained calm, took me to the doctor sat beside me, kissing me, feeding me even though she wanted to cry badly.

She was controlling herself.

Vinay Kumar She gives us life, holds our hand in every need, makes us overcome every difficulty, sacrifices everything for us happily, turns us into a successful person, GOD ON THIS EARTH... Lets respect our mother for whatever we are today... Mother’s heart is like an ocean, the way ocean absorbs each and every drop of rain, her heart takes away all your tears to keep you happy. Love you Mom!

Ajit Singh I personally feel she is God in disguise. She means the world to me. During my childhood I used to trouble my mom a lot! She would understand everything even before I could speak. It’s a mother who motivates the child to do the right thing at the right time. The bond shared between a child and mother is simply priceless and it would take eternity to describe it.

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TRAVEL

By Shalini Jena

Merlion Symbol

SINGAPORE CROWN JEWEL OF ASIA From the exotic marine bay which stands the Merlion symbol, to the imposing edifice, the national museum of Singapore, this land provides the cheapest goods in the Bugis junction. The fantabulous expanses of the esplanade and the Ferris wheel are an entertainment haven. The Sentosa Island is an exclusive tourist spot with more than 20 attractions including butterfly and adventure parks, a perfect spot for families with kids.

The Marina Bay Sands tints the skyline billing the world’s most expensive standalone casino property.

Hyderabad to Singapore - Rs. 60,000 (approx.) - weekend package for couple.

Roatan, Bay Island

Jurong Bird Park

Bugis Junction

Marine Bay Sands

HONDURAS COUNTRY OF BAY ISLANDS If the tropical Indian heat has jaded you down and all your favorite adventurous sports have taken a backseat, then you need to fly northwest to view the most spectacular blue waters of your life. You have to be here to believe those who tell why snorkelers and divers from all over the world want to be in the Bay islands. There are tours of the island, exciting sports like hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, exploring vast mangrove alleys, pirate history tours, water sports and dazing beaches like west bay.

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Utila Cruise

Snorkelling

The bay Islands proudly boast about sustaining the second largest barrier reef in the world.

Hyderabad to Honduras - Rs. 2,15,000 (approx.) - weekend package for couple.

HAWAII A ROMANCE ISLAND

TRAVEL

Road to Hana, Maui

Hawaii have long been a paradise for honeymooning couples. Situated in the Maui island, the road to Hana journey, if missed is unforgivable! 54 one-lane bridges and more than 600 hairpin curves and blind turns, narrow winding roads and gorgeous views must be the first place to unravel the Hawaii. Waikiki in Oahu attracts most of the tourists as the beach, the slopes of Diamond Head Crater and best hotels are in a walking distance. Here is the best place in the Sealife Park where kids get to swim with dolphins!

The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park supports the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa. Hyderabad to Hawaii - Rs. 1,25,000 (approx.) - weekend package for couple.

Shanghai Skyline

Waikiki in Oahu

Diamond Head Crater

Kilauea Volcano

SHANGHAI A SHOPAHOLIC’S PARADISE You don’t want to cross too many oceans to enjoy your best summer holidays, do you? You can fly 2000 miles to one of the most happening and welcoming cities in the world. Are you a shopaholic? Find every single brand in the world at the Nan Jing Road. Internationally famous as the ‘The pearl of the orient’, it stands the third tallest tower in the world, the Oriental Pearl TV. On your last day, standing on the boat of Huangpu river, disappear into the skyline of Shanghai and your best moments there.

Nan Jing Road

Oriental Pearl

Jin Mao Tower

PHILIPPINES SUMMER PERFECTIONIST

The Jin Mao Tower has the reputation of being a skyscraper with a hotel on the 87th floor which also is the highest in the world.

Hyderabad to Shanghai - Rs. 65,000 (approx.) - weekend package for couple.

Boracay Beach

What else do you need this summer than Boracay’s white sand beach that never gets hot! Innumerable caves, beaches, hills, museums and water sports are awaiting you in Philippines. A must visit to the the Banaue Rice Terraces will make you believe why it can be the 8th wonder in the world. The famous chocolate hills in Bohol and Panglao Island have 1268 limestone hills, a breathtaking view and do take a snap of the world’s smallest primate with big hands and huge eyes!

Palawan Island is revered as one of the Philippines’ and Asia’s most haunting and final frontiers.

Hyderabad to Philippines - Rs. 55,000 (approx.) - weekend package for couple. *Note : The above mentioned price include - travel, stay in 3-star hotels and food.

Banaue Rice Terrace

Chocolate Hill s

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HEALTH

DURING YOUR MATERNITY DAYS… Motherhood is the greatest gift of God to a woman and on the eve of Mothers’ Day, let us discuss the predicaments faced by an expecting woman in both early as well as later stages of pregnancy.

DIFFICULTY IN SLEEPING In the early months your body is adjusting to pregnancy and during the last few months, your increased size and the baby’s kicking cause difficulty in sleeping.

• Exercise daily. Take warm, relaxing bath and drink warm milk before going to bed.

• Avoid eating a heavy meal before two hours of going to bed.

• Lie on your side placing several pillows between your knees.

• Avoid products that contain caffeine as they may keep you awake and are also harmful for your baby.

• Plan for naps and short rest periods during the day. Prepare a proper sleeping schedule. And if you cannot sleep then don’t worry, these wakefulness maybe your body’s way of preparing you for the upcoming changes in your life.

HEARTBURN FATIGUE Fatigue is your body’s way of telling you that you need extra rest and this is no alarming situation during pregnancy.

• If you are working, take up rest breaks instead of coffee breaks as caffeine and other stimulants may increase fatigue and be harmful.

• Be sure to consume enough calories, Iron and Folic Acid.

HEADACHE

Pregnant women may get heartburn because the stomach muscles relax and food tends to back up. Sometimes the stomach makes more acid during pregnancy.

The growing baby pressing against the stomach can force acid upward causing heartburn.

• Avoid grease, fried or seasonal foods, as they may produce heart burns.

• Wear clothing that is loose around your waist.

Increment in blood volume and hormonal changes in pregnancy leading to stuffy nose, fatigue, eye strain, anxiety or tension leads to frequent headache.

• Do not lie down right after eating. When you do lie down to sleep or rest, use pillows to slightly raise your head.

• Apply a cool, wet wash cloth or ice pack to your forehead and back of your neck. But warm cloth also works better for some people.

• Avoid acidic foods, such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, red peppers and chocolate.

• The best remedy for headache is lots of sleep. Try a massage, drink plenty of liquids and take a warm shower. Next day it is going to be fine.

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• To reduce heartburn, try the “flying exercise”. While standing, raise and lower your arms quickly, bringing the backs of your hands together over your head. Repeat several times.

To help coat your stomach and Eusophagus, try sipping water, milk, carbonated water or papaya juice. You can also try eating 1/2 tablespoon of yogurt, heavy cream, or a small dish of vanilla ice cream. Drink plenty of liquids, especially water (eight to ten, 8-ounce glasses daily).

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MUSCLE CRAMPS Muscle cramps usually occur due to calcium imbalance and decreased circulation in body • Take lot of calcium in your diet by feeding on dairy products like milk or non dairy products like tofu, molasses and dark-green leafy vegetables such as broccoli or boy choy, okra and blackstrap.

• Exercise to increase blood circulation in your legs. Elevate your legs and a warm bath before bed.

• Take care not to point your toes when you stretch. Instead flex your feet by pulling them towards your knees.

• Avoid lying on your back as this can decrease the circulation to your legs.

• Loosen the bedding at the foot of your beg. Before going to bed, stretch your calf muscles.

NOTE – During a leg cramp, simple exercises which include ice pack massage, slow walking, soaking of cramped muscles in warm water are better solutions than medications during pregnancy.

NAUSEA AND VOMITING Nausea occurs early in pregnancy and usually goes away after the third month.

It can happen in any time of the day or night and there are different remedies to help different women.

• A piece of bread before getting up your bed in the morning or whenever you feel nauseous can help.

• Avoid sudden movements and eat small meals several times during the day so your stomach does not remain empty for long periods of time.

• Take meals rich in high-protein and complex carbohydrate, fruit and fruit juices. This prevents low blood sugar levels. Avoid oily and fried food stuff.

• Drink soup and other liquids between meals rather with meals.

• Drink herbal teas such as ginger, spearmint, peppermint or raspberry leaf.

• Motion bands on wrists help reduce nausea during pregnancy.

MOOD SWINGS Being pregnant can lead to many conflicting emotions and mood changes. Many women are subject to sudden outbursts of emotion that can be caused by several factors, including fatigue, stress and hormonal changes. Talk over your feelings and concerns with your partner or another trusted person. Consider joining or starting a pregnancy support group. Continue with activities that you enjoy. This is a great time for you and your partner to spend time together before the baby arrives. Take time to pamper yourself.

Hair and nails often grow quickly during pregnancy. Experiment with a new haircut and have a manicure. Exercise on a regular basis. You may find prenatal exercise classes to be a valuable source of support from other pregnant mothers.

Avoid becoming overly tired. Take naps on a regular basis whenever possible. Even a 15-minute rest break can help. Be sure your diet is healthy and that you have enough protein and iron every day. Attend classes, read books, and watch videos on various aspects of pregnancy, childbirth preparation and newborn care. Knowing what to expect will help ease tension.

OTHER CONCERNS • Swollen nasal membranes usually cause nose bleeds during pregnancy.

At this point, lie down and apply pressure with cold compresses. Also try a thin coating of petroleum jelly on each nostril.

• Growing uterus puts pressure on the internal organs and diaphragm leaving less room for your lungs to expand and leads to shortness of breath.

Hold your arms above your head and breathe slowly. This raises your rib cage giving a temporary breathing space.

All the best to the first step of being a happy mother!

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GADGETS

Latest GADGETS in TOWN

By Shruti Mathur

Blu-ray Writer claims to be fastest in the market Plextor lays claim to the fastest external Blu-ray writers in the market today with the recent introduction of the PXLB950UE external 12X Blu-ray Writer.

This drive will sport the latest superspeed USB 3.0 and eSATA connections, where either one of them are able to deliver bandwidth for high data transfer rate – of course, all those will come up to nought if your machine does not support USB 3.0 or eSATA. So make sure your back-end hardware is compatible and no bottlenecks are in place from the beginning.

The Plextor PX-LB950UE will also be accompanied by advanced Blu-ray and DVD playback software and recording applications to get you started right out of the box, delivering the full Blu-ray HD experience right in the comfort of your living room to boot. The drive was specially designed to provide smooth and quiet HD Blu-ray movie playback with excellent sound reproduction and a crystal clear picture quality.

Not only that, it will also join the 3D revolution since the Plextor PX-LB950UE will play nice with 3D playback, not to mention its ability to convert 2D contents to simulate 3D effects.

Being LightScribe enabled, the PX-LB950UE will be accompanied by Plextors very own PlexUTILITIES, a comprehensive disc and drive analysis tool. You will need to burn Rs, 10,900 from your pocket first before you burn your own Blu-ray discs at super fast speeds.

DC X725 by Benq Benq amazes us once again with the launch of the new compact classy digital camera. The DC X725 is as small as 12.5 millimeters and the material from which it is made of is steel, so it is stainless and more resistant.

It comes in four different colors - black, red silver and pearl. It has a 1/2.5 CCD and can go up to 3x optical zoom. The ISO sensitivity can go up to 1600 on photos and 4000 on videos. You can also increase the memory, as it has an SD/SDHC memory card support. The range of mega pixel is said to be 7.2.

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LG uncovers World’s First Transparent Mobile

GADGETS

LG company has some really funky technology to disclose. LG has something that none expected – the world’s first transparent design phone, the LG-GD900. Having introduced a selection of highly stylish phones, the LG-GD900 is expected to make a new fashion statement and it definitely will.

When opened, its sliding, translucent keypad illuminates a cool glow that reflects the phone’s sleek and polished silver body. It also tries to live up to the highest level of technical features expected in a premium caliber handset, including its dedicated Bluetooth headset. It is available in chrome and titan colours and is priced at Rs. 26,000.

Lenovo 2011 collection-Be the first one to flaunt it!

Of the nearly 20 consumer laptops Lenovo unleashed upon the world by Lenovo, the IdeaPad Z570 was billed as the multimedia notebook with the least flashy design. It is on sale now starting at Rs. 31,500 ideally, already taking a gentle tumble from Rs. 45,000. To refresh your saturated noggins, the 15.6-inch Z570 moves to a chiclet keyboard, as many other Lenovo laptops have, and packs a Core i3-2310M processor, 4GB of RAM, and 500GB 5,400RPM hard drive at its lowest price point. It comes with DVD burners and relatively low-res 1366 x 768 screens, and the graphics top out with Intel’s integrated HD 3000 chipset. It seems pretty perfect for an everyday use.

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ROCK ON

Tulip Turns 1 It was time to party, to party hard, as our very own magazine turned a year old! The celebrations had to be grand and they definitely were. The day started off with the commencement of a splendid fashion exhibition at The Park from 10.30am to 6.30pm, followed by a fashion show at night, which displayed the collections of famous designers and brands like La-ila, Sonia, Neerus and Soul.

The jubilation saw the presence of near and dear ones and a lot of socialites who congratulated and wished for the further success.

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Harish & Avnish

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Riyaz Bilgrami

Laila & Bani

Sharon

Feroz Khan

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Sirisha with friend

Manisha

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Avjeet

Qutub Alam Khan

Ali Akber

Farhat & Sameera

Sonia Punwani with model

Nikita Reddy

Model displaying Anarkali by Neeru’s

Iffat & Afreen

Ruchita & Sanjay Soni

Actor Chinmay

Santosh (R) with friend

La-ila with her show stopper

Preeti with husband

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Aamir & Rashid

Raghu

Hitesh & Sohail

Afia

Aanchal

Fasi Saberi

Namita

Asif & Stuti

With all smiles

Ruchita

Monty & Shipra

Wasim

Walking in

Naqi

Namita

Saif

ROCK ON

Chief Minister

Balakrishna

Mahesh Babu

Nagachaitanya, Hari Krishna, Nagarjuna

Amala

THE GRAND WEDDING The most awaited Tollywood wedding of this year was of Jr. NTR and Lakshmi Pranithi. This event witnessed all the famous tollywood personality showering blessings on the newlyweds.

Few seen were - Chiranjeevi, Prabhu, Nagendrababu, Nageswara rao, Ram Charan tej, Srihari, Bramhanandam, Priyamani and Srikanth. The wedding was a fantabulous affair.

Jnr NTR & Laxmi Pranati

Comissioner of police A.K. Khan with family

Sipika Khandelwal

N Chandra Babu Naidu, Dasari Narayan Rao & Mohan Babu

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Glam factor

USHA NIFT AWARD “BEST GARMENT CONSTRUCTION”

It has been associated with the marketing of USHA sewing machine and design machines. The company has tied up with the premier fashion institute – National Institute of Fashion Technology, to recognize, encourage and award upcoming and talented designers. The best designer is been awarded with “Usha – NIFT Award for Best Garment Construction”.

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What a costume!

Natasha

Awsome Three-some

ROCK ON

Moghny Khan & Mobina

Mazia & Maria

Shagufta

Tehzeeba

Mrs & Mr Maqdoom

Nawab Mehdi

Khatija

Isaq

NMD Feroz

BISMILLAH CEREMONY The Bismillah ceremony of the daughters of the owners of the readymade - garment industries Maqdoom, Big Boss and Shahi Libaas, Moghny and Mobina Khan was a grand traditional affair. The proud parents of Maria and Mazia Khan were dressed in ethnic wear along with their kids. Spotted at the event were Sonali Ahuja, Ayesha, Laila and Qutub Khan.

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FORTNIGHTLY DIARIES

Food festivals, upcoming events and what’s new in town.

All this and lots more. Your guide to the city happenings!

Mango Mania at Once Upon A Time Through May, 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm Mango all the way! The restaurant offers various starters, main course and desserts as a selective menu on the tent card, which are all made of mangoes.

Contact – Greenpark Hotel, Begumpet. Ph. No. 23757575

Through May, 12 noon – 3 pm Relish on various cuisines like Indian, Oriental, Continental, Chinese and Mughlai during the lunch. Price for vegetarian buffet it Rs.150/- and that for non-veg. is Rs. 180/-.

Contact – Greenpark Hotel, Begumpet. Ph. No. 23757575

Cool Sundays at Encounters

Yum Chums at Golden Dragon

Only on Sundays, 11am – 11 pm

Only Sundays, 12:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Sundays are never the same at Encounters! Binge on a wide range of rare ice-cream flavours, Chocolate Sundae, Chocolate Fantasy and many more natural fruit flavours exclusively for this summer.

The 4 course menu offers delicacies like – burnt garlic and red chili chicken, Darsaads ( which are flat honey coated noodles ) and many more authentic Chinese dishes.

Contact – Taj Krishna, Banjara Hills. Ph.No.66662323

Multi cuisine buffet at Bidri Through May, 12 noon to 3 pm and 7 pm to 11 pm Enjoy your breakfast / lunch / dinner at Bidri priced at Rs.695/-, Rs.875/- and Rs.1000/- respectively, which features various cuisines like Indian, Chinese and Continental, apart from live counters.

Contact - Marriott Hyderabad & Convention Centre Ph. No. 27522999

Contact – Taj Krishna, Banjara Hills. Ph No. 66662323

Mango Fiesta at Melange Till May 28th, 11 am to 11pm Summers will never be the same at Melange. Enjoy the buffet lunch at Melange, where every main course and dessert dish, is made of mango. Raw mango with prawns, desserts like chocolate and mango mousse cake, mango cheese cake, tiramisu, mango duet, alphonso butterfly and many more.

Contact - The Golkonda Hotel Ph. No. 66110101,

Go healthy this summer!

Through May, 10:30 am – 10:30 pm Munch on a variety of seasonal fruits, cut and displayed in attractive shapes, fresh fruit pastries ( which include flavours like – mango, litchi, strawberry and many more ).

Contact - Waterside Café, Taj Banjara. Ph. No. 66669999

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Painting Exhibition at Beyond Coffee Till May 18th, 7 am - 11 pm Transending Rhythm, an exhibition of Paintings (in collaboration with Corner House Art Gallery) by artist Anuradha Thakur.

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Tarot Reading by Suhasini (March 21 - April 20) - (Ambitious and Creative) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Fool” indicates you experience to open mind and to see an experience mistakes which are unavoidable in life. Anyone can make mistakes, but only a “fool cannot make it”.

‘So simplify things and open your eyes with reasoning power and intelligence to evaluate mistaks’- says the tarot card, ‘The Judgment’. Wear orange for good luck. Your lucky number is 9.

aries

Karmic Tip – Speech is silver, silence is gold.

(April 21 - May 21) - (Loving and Full of Wisdom) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Emperor” indicates you to learn and understand what success means to you personally. For some people, success may mean money and wealth but to others, its good health, a good family happiness, satisfaction formidable friendships and peace of mind. This way, idea of success goes on changing. ‘So once you understand what success means for you personally we can set the journey to attain it’ - says the tarot card “The Moon”. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 3.

taurus

Karmic Tip – No problem is without a solution.

(May 22 - June 21) - (Double Thing Happening) This month 2011 the tarot card “The wheel of Fortune” indicates you to make hard work a habit. Never be like a fool who waits for a miracle to happen. ‘Work with single minded determination and dedication to fulfill your dreams’ - says the tarot card “The Nine of Cups”. Wear green for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

gemini

Karmic Tip – A pen is always mightier than a sword.

(June 22 - July 22) - (Power of Love Symbolizes Life) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Moon” indicates you to make tolerance your trademark. Intolerance is the absence of love and kindness. Therefore tolerance is like a garden with different flowers (i.e., different races, religions and nations). ‘That is why diversity is not a curse but a blessing for you, which makes your life beautiful’ - says the tarot card “The king of cups”. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

cancer

Karmic Tip – Life is not a bed of roses.

(July 23 - Aug. 23) - (Divinity and Humility) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Lovers” indicates you to learn to differentiate “pleasure and happiness”. Happiness is not the absence of suffering and pain, but satisfaction within and through difficulties. ( happiness of love + Charity). But pleasure is related to body. (i.e., discomfort, irritations and unhappiness).

‘So try to be happy with whatever you have’ says the tarot card -“The Star”. Wear violet for good luck.

Your lucky number is 7.

leo

Karmic Tip – Contentment is bliss.

(Aug. 24 - Sep. 23) - (Knowledge and Understanding) This month 2011 the tarot card the “The Chariot” indicates you to stick to a target instead of changing from one profession to another. ‘Unless some changes which achieve new targets, you should gather the courage and power to face the problems and cling to a project for later developments to produce benefits’ - says the tarot “The Justice”. Wear yellow for good luck. Your lucky number is 5.

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Karmic Tip – No problem is without a solution.

EXPERT TAROT CARD READER 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.

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(Sep. 24 - Oct. 23) - (Unfolding of Live Leads to Unity) -‘This month 2011 tarot card “The Sun” indicates you to be always engaged because being engaged in something is a blessing, to free the mind from unnecessary tensions and worries and cast away from the thoughts of depression and disappointment from within’- says the tarot card “The Death”. Wear brown for good luck. Your lucky number is 4.

libra

Karmic Tip – Idle mind is devils workshop.

(Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) - (Any kind of Force is in dual aspect) This month 2011 the tarot card “Page of wands” indicates you should have strong faith in your professional powers, i.e., self confidence to face any challenges (marriage, job, business, study, etc.,) in order to gather mental peace, happiness and ability to do something positive in life, says the tarot card “The Magician”. Wear blue for good luck. Your lucky number is 6.

scorpio

Karmic Tip – Opportunities pull out of our rut and cause us to think creativity.

(Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) - (Idealism and Noble Aspirations)

saggitarius

This month 2011 the tarot card “The Tower” indicates you to “celebrate true freedom”. Wherever you to go, there are chains of different rules and regulations i.e., parents, teachers, police, boss and others acting as agents preventing your freedom. ‘So freedom is not license to do whatever you like rules and regulations are a part of your routine life’ - says the tarot card “Seven of Pentacles”. Wear green for good luck.

Your lucky number is 4.

Karmic Tip – Patience is the best medicine for success.

(Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) - (Numerous Goals to be Conquered) This month 2011 the tarot card “The World” indicates you to generate enthusiasm in your life. ‘Its an effective method to overcome tiredness such as, to strengthen your will power and generate enthusiasm (devotion of a heart mind and soul)’ - says the tarot card “The Magician”. Wear pink for good luck. Your lucky number is 2.

capricorn

Karmic Tip – Where there is a will there is a way.

(Jan. 21 - Feb. 18) - (Promotion of Communication) This month 2011 the tarot card “The Page of cups” indicates you to ‘move from thoughts to actions’.

Your thoughts to action should touch the heart and take form actions motivated to love. ‘By cursing corruption you are not going to make any change. So do something to eradicate these evils’ - says the tarot “The Empress”. Wear light purple for good luck. Your lucky number is 11.

aquarius

Karmic Tip – It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.

(Feb. 19 - March. 20) - (Struggle Leads to Success) This month 2011 the tarot card says “The High Priestess” indicates “never to be depressed” (i.e., never lose faith in your talents and abilities). You can achieve in life only if you have confidence in your powers. Depression is the only poison which kills your life. ‘So learn to be practical to do something positive in life’ - says the tarot card “The Magician”. Wear red for good luck. Your lucky number is 5.

pisces

Karmic Tip – Opportunities pull out of our rut and cause us to think creativity.

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Feature

All about Mangoes and Mothers’ Day

Relationships

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Travel

Summer Destinations

A Day From Her Diary Manjula Narsa

Special Bonding Rajini Reddy

SOHA ALI KHAN The royal beauty talks about her life as an actress, daughter to an enchanting mother and the journey so far.