EYEBLINK MAGAZINE APRIL-2014

Volume-11

RNI: APENG03479

Promising Beauty on Silver Screen

Top Class Modular Kitchens The Ultimate Rejuvenating Experience Focus

The Revolutionary Film Maker

APRIL-2014 FREE MAGAZINE

Special Story

Passionate Birders Twin City Theater and Cultural Fest Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations In India

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Get Ready ....with simple make over!

The Ultimate Rejuvenating Experience Top Class Modular Kitchens

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations In India

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Twin City Theatre & Cultural festival

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The Revolutionary Film Maker

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Kitchen. German Made.

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Festival For Passionate Birders - The Big Bird Day

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Recipe Corner

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Hyderabad Tourist Map&Info Apna Hyderabadi Brand ITHI

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College to Films Via Modeling --- Asmita Sood

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Box Office

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Mid-Night Food In The City

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Publisher &Editor I S S Rupa devi Special Features Editor SANJANA REDDY Copy Editor Krishna Teja Marketing A.Chaitanya Krishna(AGM) Contact:9849466377 Santosh(CRM) Contact:8886666973 Photography Satish Erigi

Editor’s Note Hello everybody!! Humidity levels are gradually rising along with the political heat. Really the political scenario in the state is fascinating even to many senior journalists . As I mentioned in my earlier editorial the impact of Aam Aadmi Party is started in our state also. What I mean is not exactly about AAP. I hope you got it. Yes.! I mean the impact of AAP gave birth to Pawankalyan`s new party in the state. Of course, we can say that aap gave enough confidence to many leaders who have real convictions.

Let us take the case of Pawan Kalyan. It is not new to the people of our state that a film actor entering politics. We all know that some people rocked the sky and some people remained on the earth only. Ok let us not discourage anybody because of our past experiences. We must welcome this sign and hope that these people will change the fortune of the state. But people like pawankalyan who want to choose their career in politics must be aware of one thing. Politics is not ruling people,it’s all about caring people. The person who has patience to care each and every citizen is always welcome. All the new politicians must be very careful that they should not commit historical mistakes, because these mistakes may abort their political career.

Ok anyway we must be more aware than our politicians isn’t?

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Whether it’s your favorite day, mod or goth, animal inspiration or colours, make sure that your clothing ensemble works with your shoe choice and weather. Pick your accessories, make-up and hair after your have decided what ‘look’ you are trying to achieve. I’m not saying you have to ‘match’ per se, but rather that everything works together overall.

Don’t be afraid to give your eyes the extra definition needed to make an impact for the camera. A thin line of black liner and mascara will not look too ‘hard’ for a daytime look. Also it is quite easy to look ‘washed out’ in photos so a pop of colour on the cheeks is a must. Neutral colors on the eye work for all (beiges, browns and black).

Pick your outfit in advance to allow yourself time to determine your hair, make-up and accessories. Do not underestimate the time needed to do this! Lack of time is the reason many are forced to wear the plain black dress that is an absolute shame when you could be going all out.

Contouring is the cheek bone is always very flattering but most people shy away as they think ‘too complicated’, this is a myth! All you need to know is where to

You may also want to take into consideration what your ‘plus one’ is wearing to events to ensure you make those photographers fight over you!

Follow these make-up guidelines: Definition, blending (to avoid hard lines), and choosing a color scheme complimentary to your skin tone and outfit.

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apply a good tool for this is the ‘Blush up Brush’. You can make a ‘fishy face’ and seeing where your cheek indents apply bronzer starting from the top of this bone a work towards the mouth. This should be a matte bronzer (two shades darker than your skin).

The Ultimate Rejuvenating Experience MEGHAVI, meaning thunder, refers to the meeting of two clouds as a symbol of the meeting of you with your deeper self, resulting in a beautiful transformation. We are in the quest of promoting wellness not as a luxury but as a lifestyle incorporated in our daily life - work or home.

Keeping in view the high level of demands, more of sedentary work style, long hours of machine work, disrupted eating or meal patterns are indeed a strong attraction to lifestyle related issues like Hypertension, Diabetes, Migraines, Overweight, Back problems, Thyroid, frozen shoulders etc.

Empathizing with these situations and the pain and stress one has to go through, the institutional philosophy of Meghavi Day Spalon & O Cafe is to offer range of therapies assisting in addressing to such issues along with promoting relaxation & rejuvenation.

Meghavi - Day Spalon & O Cafe is a trilogy of a unisex Spa, Salon & O Cafe.

Its a project resulting from the passion of two friends Megha & Vidya. Vidya has been in the Hospitality industry for 7 years while Megha has been in the Wellness industry for more than 14 years.

A combination of both their specialty has given birth to this unique concept.

The aspiration and focus of Meghavi is to roll out this unique concept of wellness across from having usual & unusual therapies of spa & salon along with other sciences like NLP, Hypnosis, Past Life Regression, Craniosacral etc under one roof.

Listed below are a few signature treatments at Meghavi.

1. Past Life Regression This treatment is an induced Hypnotic State for people who want to experience the source or the first experience of the issue and bring in the learning of the past into the present. The therapy is based on the universal principle that states that once we have absorbed the learning from an experience completely, the patterns bringing in similar experiences cease to exist.

• Recommended time/session –Based on consultation.

• Techniques used – Hypnosis • Botanicals –Nil.

“The aspiration and focus of Meghavi is to roll out this unique concept of wellness across from having usual & unusual therapies of spa & salon along with other sciences like NLP, Hypnosis, Past Life Regression, Craniosacral etc under one roof in pan India” 2. Retreat for Two Sink into a beautiful selection of indulgent treatments, with your significant other, in our suite-for-Two. • 60 minutes, Massage of your choice • 60 minutes, Customized Junes Jacob facial • 45 minutes choice of Pedicure or Hair Style • Choice of Juice and Salad 3. Four Hand Massage

your body is purified and your skin is left radiant.

• Recommended time –45 minutes • Techniques used – Circular, vigorous strokes.

• Botanicals – warm concoction of milk, honey, lavender and frankincense bar 5. Matricol Facial This definitive skin treatment smoothens wrinkles, erases signs of premature ageing, intensely hydrates and evens out your skin’s texture. Our therapists use Matricol sheets made of pure natural collagen – the natural protein responsible for skin elasticity, moisture retention and smoothness.

Enjoy soft and supple skin for days after.

Compatible for all skin types.

Inspired by Ayurvedic principles, this massage is performed by two therapists Skin type – All, 20 plus age. in synchronization to enhance blood • Recommended time –70 minutes circulation and effective distribution of • Techniques used – Face Sculpting and nutrients. stimulating strokes.

• Recommended time – 1 hour.

• Techniques used – Long, soothing strokes • Botanicals –June Jacobs Products and medium pressure.

• Botanicals – choice of oils from the menu 6. Guilt Free Lunches 4. Frankincense and Milk Bath

A three course set meal of a smoothies/ juice, a salad and a shot of wheat grass.

Based on logistics, delivery options can be considered. Order on weekly and monthly basis

Frankincense from the era of the Pharos is used in this treatment for its purifying properties. Our therapist will bathe your skin with a warm concoction of milk,honey, So to indulge yourself in a lavish retreat, lavender and herbs while gently rubbing refreshing, relaxing and rejuvenating your skin with pure, organic frankincense environment, Meghavi is the place for you. bar. Relax while your joints are eased,

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Top Class Modular Kitchens Everybody in town aspires to have a house of their own some day. Right from the day they start working; they will try and save some amount for purchasing their dream house. Finally, when they buy their house, they will take utmost care about each and every aspect of the house. Here is one such brand, which will take care of your modular kitchen and cabinetry set up.

KraftMaid is a US based company which specializes in Solid Wood kitchens.

It is first of its kind product available exclusively in Hyderabad. The Managing

Director of KraftMaid Showroom India, Neelima, is a US resident for the past fifteen years. When she decided to move to India, she wanted to introduce a high-end American brand to India and that is when she decided to Launch KraftMaid in Hyderabad.

Kraft Maid manufactures high end kitchen units made with Solid Wood.

The woods they use primarily are Cherry, Maple, Oak, Birch & Hickory .All the kitchen ware is manufactured & fully assembled in the US and imported directly. Speaking to Eyeblink, Ms. Neelima said that it has been one year since they started the outlet in Jubilee Hills and the response from the Hyderabadi crowd is amazing.

With over 100 plus designs/finishes & Patented DuraKraft finishing Process, Kraft Maid offers everything that an ideal kitchen needs to have. She also said that though their USP is modular kitchens, they would take up full house furnishing based on customized order.

As far as Kitchen units are concerned, the price range starts from 3.5 lakhs to whatever the customer can afford. Based on the requirement of the customer, KraftMaid trained designers design the kitchen and send it to US for manufacturing the order specifically for the customer (Built to Order). Customer can expect the delivery in 10 to 12 weeks and installation typically takes 2-3 days. The most important advantage with KraftMaid is that Soft-Close is ‘Standard” and they offer a limited life time warranty on all products with a free 2 year annual maintenance.

KraftMaid plans to expand all over India and is open to offer franchises also.

So anybody constructing their new house can get their Kitchen or cabinetry done from Kraft Maid and trust us to deliver only the best, you won’t be disappointed.

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““Solid Wood” Kitchens offered in 100+ styles.

Based on the requirement of the customer, KraftMaid trained designers design the kitchen and send it to US for manufacturing the order specifically for the customer. The most important advantage with KraftMaid is that Soft-Close is ‘Standard” and they offer a limited life time warranty on all products with a free 2 year annual maintenance.

Apna Hyderabadi Brand ITHI “I just did not want to Confine my designs To a single boutique.

I want Ithi to grow As a brand by itself”

Hyderabad has become a thriving place for clothing brands. Since the past decade, there have been many national and international brands which have eyed the Hyderabad market and have opened their stores around the city. But here is one brand which is our own.

Ithi, a brand owned by Sandhya Malkud, is now growing to be popular. She does not have a boutique or any specialized outlet.

She has started to design and make clothes of her own brand and showcase in various outlets in the city. Eyeblink spoke to her about her endeavors in the business.

“It all started 9 years ago when I used to take offers from close circle people from the US and export sarees to them. Then I slowly started taking offers from others too.

After doing a lot of exhibitions and shows, I now have a clientele of my own. It has been tough initially but now its all going well and I like the way its going”, said Sandhya Malkud.

When asked about the inspiration she draws for her designs,”I usually do not draw any inspiration. I design what just comes to my mind. But my taste in designing and my choice of colors is widely appreciated by the clients”, she said.

Usually, such designers have their own boutique and will sell their own products. But Sandhya has some bigger plans. “I just did not want to confine my designs to a single boutique. I want Ithi to grow as a brand by itself. That is the reason I am willing to showcase my designs in any exhibition, other boutiques and fashion parades. Its just not about the sales. Its about building a brand”, said Sandhya.

“My family, kids, husband and everybody support me a lot. That is the only driving force I have. My clients are also like my extended family. They expect new designs and latest trends from us and we readily deliver. More than my designs, my clients like me for the way I talk and engage with them”, said Sandhya, talking about her family and clients.

Sandhya said that the journey till here is very gratifying and is looking forward to expand her business and deliver quality stuff to her clients. Team Eyeblink wishes her good luck in all her future endeavors.

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COLLEGE TO FILMS VIA MODELING Tollywood has a special feature specially when it comes to heroines.

The top chair in the heroes is more or less constant for a long time but the tenure of heroines is too short. Hence we often see new faces popping up and trying their luck at the Box Office.

Here is another such sexy seductress who hails from Shimla.

Asmita Sood, who has three films to her kitty already, is looking to make a mark in the South Indian Cinema.

She has done Brahmigadi Katha with Varun Sandesh and Aadu Magaadra Bujji with Sudheer Babu. Her latest flick Aa Aiduguru is up for release.

In conversation with Eyeblink, she recollects her journey into her films.

“I had no plans to become an actor.

While I was doing my graduation in Delhi University, I used to just click pictures with friends casually and this has turned into an obsession.

They suggested me why shouldn’t try modeling and I too though why not. I enrolled with Elite Model Management and started doing Ad films and photo shoots for various products. I also participated in the Channel V Get Gorgeous program and stood among the top 5 contestants. I used to visit Bombay frequently and that’s when a coordinator spotted me and suggested that I would act in Telugu films. I was a bit skeptical initially but after the auditions and discussions with my friends, I accepted the offer and that was my first film Brahmigadi Katha”, she said.

Asmita has also done one film each in Kannada and Malayalam which were runaway hits and is being approached by films makers from the respective industries too. She has done Victory with Sharan in Kannada and Anchu Sundarikal with Anwar Rasheed in Malayalam. But she says that her focus currently is only on Telugu films.

Getting back to her roots, Asmita hails from an orthodox Himachali family.

Her father is a hotelier and mother is a house wife. “My parents were a bit scared initially. Obviously, none of the parents want to see their kids wearing skimpy clothes on screen but I am a professional and this is how it is here.

They still don’t understand the business”, quips Asmita.

When asked about her take on relationships,”I have had quite a few relationships during college days but none of them worked out. I realized that men of my age are too immature.

Hence I get along well with men, who are a little older than me. After college, I really have no time for relationships.

I’m focused on my work and I don’t trust guys from the film business.”, Said Asmita.

Asmita is also an ardent fashion follower and has participated in the Miss Inda pageant. “It was like a dream come true for me. Walking the Ramp for Miss India is really one of its kind. I gained a lot of confidence after that pageant. I was among the top 10 finalists in the event”, she said.

About her further plans,”I never planned anything and it just happened. So I realized that things won’t go according to our plan. Hence I will just go with the flow and will give my 100% to whatever I do”, said Asmita before signing off.

My parents were a bit scared initially. Obviously, none of the parents want to see their kids wearing skimpy clothes on screen but I am a professional and this is how it is here. They still don’t understand the business -Asmita 25

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations In India

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Goa:

The favorite holiday destination of India. The sail along the beaches, ride along the roads, trek along the mountains with chilled locally brewed Beer and local Cashew Fenny will make your honeymoon ever remembered.

Along with the much famous beaches like Baga, Anjuna, Candolim, Calangute, etc, there are interior places like Palolim, Arambol, Curlies, which are remote and peaceful.

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Kerala:

The best place for Honeymooners.

Its blend of romantic fervor and classical vibe is the best thing you can gift to your partner. Apart from the much famous Alleppy Backwaters, Kovalam beach, Trivandrum Ananthapadmanabha Swamy Temple, there are a few other interior locations which offer bliss.

Wayanad, Varkala Sivagiri, Kollam, Cochin, Munnar, Etc will add spice to your honeymoon.

Darjeeling:

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Kullu-Manali:

This is the most famous and sought after honeymoon destination. The snow hills, cool weather, and local flavor of food will add up to the romantic mood. The place is also most visited by foreign nationals. Adventure sports such as skiing, trekking, rafting, para-gliding etc are available.

Now this one is also famous for its hilly terrains and cool weather and is one of the best place for honeymooners. With hills around, tea estates and pine trees, the quality time you spend in Darjeeling is worth it. Travel in a toy train, catch the Singamari rope way, Rock Garden, Batasia Loop etc.

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Shimla:

Shimla is a semi urban place which is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. It is famous for its snowfall, view of the snow covered mountains, swaying fields, etc. It is a blend of natural beauties and specialist tourist attractions. This is one place where the honeymooners can get cozy enough(pun intended).

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Lakshadweep

: This territory of India is often the most neglected tourist destination. It has more worth than what actually it is.

This one is also one of the best place for an ideal honeymoon. Reason?

Very less crowd, peaceful beaches, friendly locals and food. What else do you need?

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This is one of the famous tourist destination. It gives the extra vibe if you reach the place by Ship. The place is well known for its beaches, scattered islands, food, water sports and privacy.

Sailing along the beaches is fun at Andaman and Nicobar.

Ooty:

Now this is one of the traditional honeymoon destination. Right from the early 70s till date, honeymooners choose Ooty to celebrate the occasion.

Mostly because in movies, hero and heroine are shown singing duets along the lush green terrains of Ooty. So this isn’t bad either.

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Andaman And Nicobar:

Nainital: Nainital

is a place which is calm and cozy. With the Jim Corbett National Park, some beautiful and peaceful lakes, rope way, Kausani and the most famous Mall Road, Nainital is a dream destination.

Araku Valley:

This one is known as Andhra Ooty and a famous honeymoon destination of most of the people in the state. With its cool weather, hilly terrains, Borra Caves, Local tea, Bongulo Chicken and many other salient features, Araku is also one of the best honeymoon destination.

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Twin City Theatre & Cultural festival Twin City Theatre & Cultural festival is an open cultural 6 days event, though initiated by Parnab Mukherjee, Krishna Shukla and Sneha Mukherjee, it’s a team of 40 people right now, who are the makers of this Festival.

The motive behind this festival strongly emphasizes on showcasing various arts on a single platform. Artists always have an upper hand in archiving History.

Today when India faces a wave of Revolution, It is most important that our Art finds causes and reasons more than just mere existence. Also a gathering like such is done to bridge the gap between generations so that the young blood can benefit and learn from the experience of the wise and elder.

It primarily focuses on bringing together various artists from across twin cities to participate with their heart, soul and talent to light up space and time with hope and inspiration. “Art is indulgence of senses and Culture is an order to this indulgence�. Together the senses define our context.

As a form of gratitude and appreciation many Organizations extended their support in the form of collaborating with us by providing space for the event to take shape. Lamakaan, Mocha, Rock Castle, Roots, Our Sacred space and EFLU Many prominent theatre and artistic personalities from across twin cities have raised their voices in support for this open cultural festival.

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The Revolutionary Film Maker

Saraswati Kavula is a documentary film maker and an Environmental Activist.

Every movie she made addresses some serious issues in our state. She is also working with NAPM, National Alliance Of People’s Movements, which is founded

by Medha Patkar and is fighting the war on behalf of many unheard and downtrodden voices. As Women’s Day special feature, Eyeblink presents you the inspirational story behind this gutsy woman.

Born and brought up in a typical middle class family in Hyderabad, Saraswati’s father is a government employee and her mother is a house wife. Though they did not live a luxurious life, her father ensured that all his children got good education.

“Though we were a conservative orthodox Telugu family, my father has given us the freedom to pursue whatever we wanted to do”, said Saraswati.

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After her graduation, she worked with the corporates for a couple of years and realized that this is not what she wanted to do. She thought that media would be a powerful medium to express her views and question authorities. She then pursued her masters in documentary film making.

She did work for a few commercial films as well but she chose documentary films over them. “Through my films, I constantly discuss issues”, she says.

Commercial cinema does pay well but making documentaries is not an easy job. When asked how she manages with her finances, “I don’t really need much money. I save for my travel expenses when I have to go out for expeditions or camps and I earn for whatever I need.

Moreover, My parents are always there to support me and my elder sister is also a great support. I am not interested in lavish lifestyles and luxury living and I'm content with whatever I have. I get immense satisfaction from whatever I do”, she says.

Saraswati has been a longtime activist and has been raising her voice every time she thinks something immoral is happening. But she never joined any organization or set up an NGO. In

2008, she has joined the NAPM and has been consistently participating in all the activities of the organization.

“On behalf of NAPM, we fought the people’s movements at Nalgonda and Kovvada Nuclear power plants, Sompeta Thermal power plant, open cast mines in Khammam and the to be submerged villages of Polavaram”, said Saraswati.

Since childhood, Saraswati has been attached a lot to nature. Even today, she travels a lot and is one of her passions.

But whenever and wherever she goes, she finishes off her trip with minimum expenses and is basically a backpacker.

“I travel a lot and I wish to see the world. I have also been on several treks and nature walks. That is the reason I get agitated when something antienvironmental is happening. We do not have the right to live by meddling with someone else’s life”, says Saraswati.

Well, the journey of Saraswati Kavula is no doubt a hard road to travel but it is because of people like her that the voices which are unheard and suppressed are heard, and the problems they are facing are brought to light. Kudos for her work and dedication. Respect.

“The special feature that Hacker has is that they can cater to all sections of the audience. They have designed kitchens for Tollywood starts in high class villas in Jubilee hills and have also reached out to the middle class colonies.�

Kitchen. German Made.

Modular Kitchens are becoming more and more popular. With the arrival of many National and International brands, people are opting for ready made modular kitchens than spending lavishly on wood work and customized kitchen design.

He also said that Hacker is well known in the sector as a guarantee of sound design, reliability, commitment and success.

sliders and handles to the glassware is manufactured in Germany and is imported.

Hacker, a German company specialized

The special feature that Hacker has is that they can cater to all sections of the audience. They have designed kitchens for Tollywood starts in high class villas in Jubilee hills and have also reached out to the middle class colonies.

Hacker India has started off ten years ago and has a total of 10 branches across India. Mr. Rohit has also said that it has been three years since the Hyderabad branch has started off and the response from the people of Hyderabad is tremendous.

MD of Hacker Hyderabad, Mr. Rohit said that Hacker produces modern fitted kitchens that fulfill the highest claims in terms of quality, functionality, durability and design.

All the stuff is imported from Germany in their manufacturing unit and that is the reason it takes around three months for delivery. Each and every part right from

Hacker offers a 5 year warranty on all their products. So if you want to have a grand kitchen with great look and within budget, Hacker is the place for you.

in designing customized modular kitchens is offering a variety of designs to the people of Hyderabad. Speaking to Eyeblink, the

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Festival For Passionate Birders When one asks you what your hobbies are, we get some standard replies. Watching TV, Singing Songs, Swimming, Sports, Games, Poetry, Surfing Net etc. etc. etc. Such answers never excite you but if someone says I am a birder, what will be your reaction?

Would’nt you be interested to know more about what it is?

Eyeblink presents the special feature of this issue. We are here to discuss this special hobby of the group. We cannot merely call it a hobby as they are very serious and passionate about what they do.

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The Big Bird Day This is the group of birders in Hyderabad who explore, discover, photograph and maintain a record of different species of birds which are seen around us. Speaking to us about this whole birding thing, Mr. Srinivas Mulagala, the leader of the Hyderabad Birders Group, has said many interesting facts about the advent of birding, bird photography and birders in the country.

Dr Salim Ali, often called ‘The bird man of India’ has pioneered the bird watching concept in India. Since then there have been different groups across the country which cater to bird watching and bird photography. They were all scattered and was no official record of how many groups are actually taking up the job seriously.

"The objective of The Big Bird Day is to count and report the number of bird species visible and available. This data helps to analyse the change in trends of bird migration, habitat conditions, bird diversity and related ecological issues".

The Big Bird Day was initially started by the Delhi Birding group founded by Nikhil Devasar and Bikram Grewal as an informal event held in February or March. The first Big Bird Day was held on February 22, 2004 when 236 species of birds were recorded across Delhi.

Every year since then self-organised volunteer birders under the guidance of chosen group leaders cover the fields and wetlands in and around Delhi from early morning until late in the day to spot bird species. Over the years, the data collected have revealed the changing trends in habitat condition, bird diversity, migration and related ecological issues. The highest number of bird species recorded in a Big Bird Day was 271 in 2005.

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So in 2004, the Big Bird Day was initiated by the Delhi Birding Club with an intention to count the number of species visible on one single day across the city. The birders in Delhi were divided into groups and were sent to different locations in Delhi to count the number of species visible. Here, bird photography is not the motive. Just to document the species available of the motive. So from then on, this became an annual event.

Big Bird Day has been conducted on the basis of a few important guiding principles that have allowed it to remain independent, driven by enthusiastic birders and focused purely on the mission of watching and recording bird species. It is not a competitive event or a race. There are no prizes for seeing the maximum number of species, and that should not be the goal. However, with 460 teams from all over the subcontinent searching for birds at different locations on the same day, the data becomes invaluable in measuring bird diversity. It can help create a rich database, especially if accumulated over several seasons and years.

This year, The Big Bird Day was held on February 16th and the event was a huge hit. Last year the number of teams participated in the event is 168 and this year the number rised to 468. While most of these teams are from India, 6 teams from Pakistan and other teams from Spain, USA, Dubai also participated in the event. In India alone, the number of bird species recorded was 787, which

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covers almost 65% of the bird diversity of India say expert birders. Around 3000 birders and enthusiasts participated in this mega event.

The Hyderabad team headed by Mr. Srinivas Mulagala set on a drive to count the bird species in Hyderabad.

Mr. Srinivas says that selecting the ideal location for bird watching is also an important factor. Birds are usually found at different terrains like wet fields, water fronts, lake sides, wood lands, hilly areas, etc. So the locations we choose must also be in such a way that the diversity fully comes under the cover.

They have chosen four locations in Hyderabad. Himayat Sagar lake side, Ameenpur lake, Botanical Gardens and Pragathi Nagar lake. A six member team has visited all these locations from dawn to dusk and recorded the number of bird species in Hyderabad and the species found was 134.

The Big Bird Day is usually held in January or February of every year. This is the time when most of the territorial birds and migratory birds are seen in large numbers.

Winter is usually the best time for birders across the country and the number of migratory birds in winter is huge. And this is the optimum time when migration and reverse migration take place.

The objective of The Big Bird Day is to count and report the number of bird species visible and available. This data helps to analyse the change in trends of bird migration, habitat conditions, bird diversity and related ecological issues. The goals are to cover as much area as possible while avoiding overlap, to identify and record as many species of birds as accurately as possible, to refrain from disturbing birds or their habitats, to have clean and safe fun, and to encourage and share the joys of bird watching with children and others.

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Actress Trisha has launched the new brand of ice creams Magnum at Blue Door, Jubilee Hills Road No. 45. A cocktail party was arranged and another tinsel town actress Soniya of Happy Days fame was also there.

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Recipe Corner Pita Pocket With Vegetable and Yogurt Dressing.

This special feature is an exclusive Eyeblink presentation from this edition. We have started this corner to introduce celebrity recipes to our readers. We also encourage some inputs from our readers and can be featured in the magazine. If you have some interesting, exciting and lip smacking recipe with you, send your recipes to eyeblinkmag@gmail.com and get featured. Cheers!.

In this edition, we present the recipe of Maya Patel, the wife of Mr. Ramesh Patel of Stellar. It is called Pita Pocket With Vegetable and Yogurt Dressing. Here are the ingredients used for this recipe

1. Wheat Flour - 3 cups 2. Warm Water - 1 ¼ cup 3. Yeast - ½ tablespoon 4. Olive Oil - ½ tablespoon 5. Salt – ½ tablespoon 6. Sugar – Pinch

Method of Preparation 1. Firstly, Proof the Yeast by sprinkling a pinch of Sugar in warm water and adding dry active yeast to it. Stir and keep it aside for 10 – 15 minutes.

2. In a pan or bowl, add flour, salt and olive oil.

3. Now, add warm water.

4. Mix everything well with a spoon.

5. Add the frothy Yeast to the Wheat Flour mixture.

6. Knead into a smooth and soft dough. If the dough is a little then no issues.

After keeping it for leavening, it becomes alright. The dough has to be moist, soft and smooth.

7. Apply some olive oil all around over the dough.

8. Keep it in the same bowl covered loosely with a kitchen towel for 1 ½

hour till the dough rises.

9. After the dough rises, reflate the dough gently and if you want, knead

lightly.

10.Make Medium sized balls from this dough and keep them covered

for another 10 minutes.

11.Make Medium sized pooris with this dough and cover them again for 10 minutes.

12.Place The rolled breads on a greased boiling tray.

13.Bake In a pre-heated oven at 200oC for 7-10

minutes.

Ingredients For Stuffing 1. Curd – 200 grams 2. Olive Oil – 3 tablespoons 3. Cucumber – 25 grams 4. Tomato – 25 grams 5. Capsicum – 25 grams 6. Onion 25 grams 7. Musturd Sprout – 10 grams 8. Garlic – 10 grams 9. Salt – 3 grams 10. Lemon Juice – 2 tablespoons

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The Andhra Pradesh Tourism department, AP Tourism, has conducted an exhibition at Tourism Bhavan in Green Lands which is a one stop for all travel needs.

The exhibition has got tremendous reponse from Hyderabadis.

AWICON(Automated Wireless Controls) has launched its new flag ship outlet recently in Hyderabad. Noted producer Dil Raju has graced the occasion and opened the show room.

This company produces automated panels which are useful for energy saving and ecological

Cinema celebs Nagarjuna Akkineni, Amala Akineni and Samantha have inaugurated the Cancer Crusaders Invitation Cup 2014 at Novotel Hitex. Several Page 3 celebs and elite class crowd gathered and celebrated.

The Spring Summer Collection 2014, comprising of various Indian and International brands were showcased at Hyderabad Central in association with Brand Factory. Models walked the Ramp in Spring Summer wear and cool accessories

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Trendz, a 2-day Life Style Exhibition Kicked off at Taj Krishna, Banjarahills. South Indian Actress Vimala Raman of Evaraina Epudaina fame has inaugurated the exposition.

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Sushila Sruthi

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The Miss & Mrs Hyderabad event By JCRT, a Wing Of JCI Hyderabad Deccan took place at Casa Luxurio, Road No. 4, Banjara Hills. The event was graced by many page 3 celebs and prizes worth 1 lakh were distributed.

Shilpa Bajaj

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Important Visiting Places In hyderabad Charminar

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The Charminar is as much the signature of Hyderabad as the Taj Mahal is of Agra or the Eiffel Tower is of Paris. Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, built Charminar in 1591 at the centre of the original city layout. It is said to be built as a charm to ward off a deadly epidemic raging at that time.

Four graceful minarets soar to a height of 48.7 m above the ground. Charminar has 45 prayer spaces and a mosque in it. Visitors can view the architectural splendour inside the Charminar. The monument is illuminated in the evenings and a pedestrianisation project around the monument is under implementation.

Golconda Fort

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Golconda is one of the famous forts of India.

The name originates from the Telugu words “Golla Konda” meaning “Shepherd’s Hill”. The origins of the fort can be traced back to the Yadava dynasty of Deogiri and the Kakatiyas of Warangal. Golconda was originally a mud fort, which passed to the Bahmani dynasty and later to the Qutb Shahis, who held it from 1518 to 1687 A.D. The first three Qutb Shahi kings rebuilt Golconda, over a span of 62 years. The fort is famous for its acoustics, palaces, ingenious water supply system and the famous Fateh Rahben gun, one of the cannons used in the last siege of Golconda by Aurangzeb, to whom the fort ultimately fell.

Taramati Baradari

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Visiting Hours: 8 am – 9.30 pm Taramati Baradari is located at Ibrahimbagh, on the Osman Sagar (Gandipet) Road, close to Golconda. The complex is spread over a sprawling 7-acre area amidst lush green environs with the backdrop of the famed Golconda Fort. The heritage monument built by the Seventh Sultan of Golconda is accessed from the complex.

With two fully equipped theatres, Taramati Baradari Culture Village is the perfect venue for music concerts, performing arts, social events etc. The Baradari illuminated in dynamic lighting forms the backdrop of all activities.

Birla Mandir

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This white marble temple of Lord Venkateshwara floats on the city skyline, on Kala Pahad. The idol in the temple is a replica of the one at Tirumala Tirupati.

Birla Planetarium: Ph: 23241067 Birla Planetarium is India’s most modern planetarium and first of its kind in the country.

It is equipped with advanced technology from Japan and is built on Naubat Pahad adjacent to Kala Pahad. And the Science Museum stands tribute to the advancement achieved by Science and Technology.

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Salar Jung Museum

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(Friday Closed) This museum houses one of the biggest one-man collections of antiques of the world by Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III. The objects d’art include Persian carpets, Moghal miniatures, Chinese porcelain, Japanese lacquerware, famous statues including the Veiled Rebecca and Marguerite and Mephistopheles, a superb collection of jade, daggers belonging to Queen Noor Jahan and the Emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb’s sword and many other fabulous items.

A P State Archaeological Museum

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(Friday Closed) A visit to the Andhra Pradesh State Archaeological Museum is a delight for art lovers. Located in the picturesque Public Gardens, the museum boasts of one of the richest repositories of antiques and art objects in the country. Built in 1920 by the Nizam VII, the museum building itself is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The museum contains a Buddhist gallery, Brahmanical & Jain gallery, Bronze gallery, Arms & Armour gallery, Numismatics gallery, Ajanta gallery and more. Adjacent to the State Museum is the Contemporary Art Museum.

Public Gardens: Hyderabad has several beautiful gardens, one of the most popular being the Public Gardens, which also encloses the State Legislature, State Archaeological Museum, Jubilee Hall, Jawahar Bal Bhavan and Telugu Lalita Kala Thoranam, an open-air theatre.

Nehru Zoological Park

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(Monday Closed) Spanning 300 lush green acres, the Nehru Zoological Park is a must for nature lovers. It has over 250 species of animals and birds, most of which are kept in conditions as close to their natural habitats as possible. This is the first zoo to create moated enclosures for animals. The Lion Safari Park, Natural History Museum and Children’s Train are the added attractions.

Mir Alam Tank: Mir Alam Tank is a large lake adjacent to Nehru Zoological Park. AP Tourism operates boats on the lake, for which one has to enter through the Zoo.

Shilparamam

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Another attraction at Madhapur besides Hi-tec city in Hyderabad is the 30-acre village, which showcases arts and crafts of the country. India is an ocean of various arts and crafts but the talent of most of the artisans and artists goes unrecognized. To encourage them and give the necessary boost to their art, the crafts village hosts annual bazaars, where artists and artisans from all over the country exhibit their talent.

Hussainsagar Lake

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Excavated in 1562 A.D. by Hussain Shah Wali during the time of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah, the lake has a promenade that is a busy thoroughfare today. Boating and water sports are a regular feature in the Hussainsagar. One of the World’s tallest monolithic statues of the Buddha stands on the ‘Rock of Gibraltar’, in the middle of the lake. Added to all these, AP Tourism has additional boating facilities like speed boats, motor boats, 48 seater launch etc.

Starlit dinner on-board and private parties also can be arranged on the Launch.

Surroundings of Hussainsagar Lake provide marvellous entertainment options like NTR Gardens, Necklace Road, Tank Bund, Prasads Multiplex, Lumbini Park, Sanjeevaiah Park etc.,

The Nizam‘S Silver Jubilee Museum

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The stately Purani Haveli, the palace acquired around the year 1750 by the second Nizam, is now converted into a museum with a fascinating collection. The museum exhibits the gifts and mementos presented to the last Nizam on the occasion of the silver jubilee celebrations in 1937. A 1930 Rolls Royce, Packard and a Mark V Jaguar are among the vintage cars displayed.

There is an interesting collection of models made in silver of all the prominent buildings of the city and citations in Urdu about H.E.H. Mir Osman Ali Khan, gold burnished wooden throne used for the silver jubilee celebrations, gold tiffin box inlaid with diamonds, and a gold model of Jubilee Pavilion.

Chow Mohalla Palace

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Built in several phases by the Nizams between 1857-1869, this is now one of the heritage buildings. The complex comprises four palaces in Moghal and European styles, of which the main palace is double storeyed with the others being single-storeyed blocks.

Chilkur Balaji Temple

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The Balaji Temple is located at Chilkur in the Hyderabad district. It is 33 Kms away from Mehdipatnam. Approximately 75,000 to 1,00,000 devotees visit in a week. Generally temple gets heavy rush on Saturdays and Sundays. Set in sylvan surroundings, the temple attracts thousands of pilgrims every year and is an ideal place for sequestered retreat and meditation.

KBR National Park

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One of the largest parks within the city KBR National Park is a Southern tropical deciduous forest and the last vestigial representative of the endemic flora of Hyderabad region, with over 100 species of birds, 20 species of reptiles and 15 species of butterflies.

Mid-Night Food In The City Hyderabad is one place where there is business in abundance for eateries. From road side stalls to five star hotels, there is a market for everything. But how do we find where and when do we get some tasty food? Eyeblink presents some very interesting places where you can find mouthwatering food after midnight. Mind you! Big hotels like Green Park and Ohri’s offer an excellent midnight buffet but not everybody can afford them. Check out these places.

Ram Ki Bandi: This is the most famous dosa place in the city. Here is a man called Ram, who is famous for

his midnight dosas and idlis. Almost all of the student community knows about this place. Especially if it is exams time, people night out to study and a dosa at Ram ki Bandi before sleeping is the best thing. He is located right opposite to Karachi Bakery in Nampally. He opens at around 2 AM and finishes off by 6 AM. Butter Dosa, Butter idli and Karam Dosa are the best dishes available with him. This one is a must eat for every Hyderabadi.

Yousufguda Dosa Point: At the Yousufguda junction, there is a bus stop which is always busy with commuters.

But after 12, it is always busy with customers. There are a good five to six Bandis which serve dosa, idlis, vadas, etc.

The best delicacy available here is the upma dosa. There is a Kwality Walls Bandi beside this and you can have your desert as well. Better be there on time as empty vessels are likely to wish you if you go after 3 A M. LB Nagar Egg Dosa: This is another interesting night food joint. But locating this might be a bit difficult. Just opposite to the bus stop in LB Nagar, there is a lane which might look deserted from outside. But if you go in and take the first left, you will see a huge crowd waiting for their egg dosa. This place is famous for this delicacy and along with this; they also offer hot idlis with peanut chutney. Do check this out!

Prince Biryani: This is a full-fledged restaurant which is open 24 hours. This is at Mehdipatnam and is famous for its Biryani. It draws full crowds majorly after 12 in the mid night and functions up to 4 AM. They may close the restaurant at 4 and open at 6 sometimes if the business is low but usually, it is running the whole day. Prince is famous for its Ginger Chicken with Roti and Motton Biryani.

They also serve hot Irani Chai at every time of the day and most of the people will come for this usually at nights.

Shringar, a specialized designer accessories showroom has opened its outlet at Punjagutta.

It has ethnic designer accessories which will surely attract the chicks of Hyderabad. As an inaugural offer, they are offering 15% discount on all products.

Film Nagar Wine Mart, the one of its kind liquor mall has opened its outlet in Film Nagar.

Several celebs graced the occasion and congratulated the owners. These kinds of malls are not new to the metro crowds of other cities but are definitely new for Hyderabadis.

Box Office Buzz How much Hyderabadis like films? Quite evident from the number of theaters in the city and the collections from this area along. So lets take a peep into whats making buzz at the box office.

Bheemavaram Bullodu: Uday Shankar who has delivered hits like Kalisundam Raa is in a bad phase of his career with continuous flops like Raraju and Baladoor. This time, he has again paired up with Suresh Productions and made this film with Sunil as the lead actor. Sunil also has a flop to his kitty, prior to this film. So this film is a crucial one for both the actor and director. The film has released and is performing poorly at the box office.

Bangaru Kodi Petta: This Navadeep and Colors Swati starrer might not be the much awaited film, but with its trailers, songs and interesting promos, it has gained a certain craze. The film got a delayed release.

Though the critics have given mixed reviews to this film, it is not doing well at the Box office.

Queen: This film is directed by debutante Vikas Bahl, who produced critically acclaimed films like Udaan, Chillar Party, etc. Kangana Ranaut is the lead actor in the film. The film released with low expectations and is a runaway hit. Music by Amit Trivedi is excellent and the performance by Kangana Ranaut is getting rave reviews. The film is going strong at the BO.

Gulaab Gang: Madhuri Dixit and Juhi Chawla - Now the combination is definitely quite interesting. It is a semi biographical film based on the woman revolutionary movement in UP, Bihar and MP. The trailers looked interesting and the film has good openings. But the negative reviews by critics and bad feedback from the public lead to the disastrous state of Box office collections.

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Khwaish, Women’s day special exhibition and sale of designer wear took place on March 7th and 8th at Taj Krishna. Designers from all over India showcased their works and many page 3 celebs attended the event.

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