9th aug goantimes

GOA | Friday, 9th August, 2013 | 24 Pages | Price : ` 4/- | Vol. 1 | Issue 33

Pudu Goa Tourism to promote backwaters

Panaji: Going beyond sea and beaches for which the state is known globally, Goa Tourism wants to promote its backwaters to cash in on the monsoon season.

"There are many a things beyond the beaches of Goa and the monsoons are the best time to experience them. We also have very good backwaters like Kerala," Goa Tourism Development Corporation Ltd Chairman Nilesh Cabral said.

Goa, which experiences a lean period during the monsoon months in terms of tourism revenue, is trying to create more utility infrastructure for the rich experience of backwater cruises.

Cabral said that GTDC offers monsoon packages at nearly 50 per cent discount compared to the peak season which would be valid till September. Goa is also promoting safari tours, spice plantations, whitewater rafting, trekking, mountaineering and traditional Goan festivals.

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the tourism board is promoting places such as Bhagwan Mahavir National Park, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, among others.

The spice plantation guided tours cover places such as tropical spice plantation in Ponda, Savoi, Pascoal Spice Village near Khandepar and Sahakar Spice Farm on the Ponda-Belgaum road.

Goa also offers world class spa resorts and day spas with a variety of Ayurvedic treatments, a niche of Kerala known globally.

Goa would also complete installing basic amenities on all its beaches in public private partnership over the next one year, Cabral added.

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News

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Jet Airways offers 7 lakh tickets at low prices for a week NEW DELHI: Airlines are cutting fares like never before to fill up planes in the ongoing lean travel season which will last till early October.

Jet Airways put on sale a whopping 7 lakh domestic travel seats with fares starting at Rs 1,777.

The sale will last till next Friday and will be for travel from the day after.

Jet is offering fares in three slabs — Rs 1,777 for short slabs; Rs 2,777 for medium and Rs 3,777 for long domestic sectors.

This offer comes on heels of IndiGo recently coming out with low all-inclusive 90-day advance fares starting at Rs 2,107 (for short sectors like Delhi-Lucknow) to Rs 4,376 for long sectors like Delhi-Chennai.

The travel industry is also seeing Jet Airways' latest offer as an attempt by it to bridge the gap with domestic market leader IndiGo which has an almost 30% market share with Naresh Goyal-owned airline behind by almost 7%.

Taking a pot shot at Jet's offer, IndiGo chief Aditya Ghosh said:

"Seems like the competition is throwing a party to celebrate our seventh with their seven lakh seat sale. Lucky number seven is contagious."

The soon-to-be-funded-by-Etihad Jet and profitable IndiGo's corporate rivalry may be heating up, but passengers will have the last laugh.

Airlines say passengers can book early for travel in the peak OctoberJanuary months as spot fares then are going to be very high. Air India, SpiceJet and GoAir are also offering low fares to overcome lean season blues.

"Airlines are offering low fares

currently even when operating costs are very high. Jet fuel price was hiked by over 6% two days back.

Aircraft occupancy is very low and airlines are taking drastic steps to get funds through fire sales like these to meet increased operating costs," said an airline official.

Domestic air travel has been constantly falling in past few quarters and this year alone has seen several attempts by airlines to stimulate the market by offering low fares. In January, SpiceJet offered 10 lakh seats for Rs 2,013 and sold 7 lakh of them. This was followed a month later by Jet which offered

almost 20 lakh seats at low fares and that included low spot fares too.

Last month, IndiGo cut fares by almost half. The latest fare war launched by Jet is a seven-day advance fare as people can buy them till next Friday and fly from Saturday.

Following Jet's latest salvo, other airlines are also expected to join the fare war and offer mouth-watering prices. So as airlines fear a deepin-red July-September quarter, passengers can have the last laugh by booking early to fly cheap in the otherwise expensive travel season from October.

2013 The Litang Horse Festival

The Litang Horse Festival is an annual horse festival held in the village of Litang in the Sichuan province of China. The festival is usually attended by K h a m p a s tribesmen though over the year it attracts lot of tourists from different part of the world.

K h a m p a s are nomadic tribes residing in southern China and Tibet and visits the festival to trade, celebrate and participate in horse riding events. The Litang Horse Festival is held in the first week of August and lasts for 7 days, usually running from 1st August to 7th August.

The Litang Horse Festival originated around 300 years ago as a religious festival of the Litang monastery where the lamas used to travel around the holy mountain during the morning held horse racing events during the afternoons. The festival evolved over the years and now it has lost much of its religious flavor and is more of a socio-economic festival.

The festival was banned in 1950s for political reasons but resumed in 1963 and since then has grown tremendously. The modern Litang horse festival lasts for 7 days and hosts splendid horse racing’s, Tibetan musical Operas, singing and dancing performances, clothes markets, horse markets, art & craft markets and food & drink stalls. The locals come to the festivals and put up tents for the seven days of celebrations.

The horse racing and horsemanship are held upon Tibetan Ponies and a lot of honour and social status is placed on who owns the best and fastest horse. The festival also helps to establish social hierarchy among the local nomads. Over thousands of horses and hundred thousands of people participate in Litang Horse Festival with numbers increasing every year. The Litang Horse Festival has grown into a major tourist attraction for individuals interested in horses and horsemanship.

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News

Action-Packed Video Games Could Help You Make Decisions Faster of the subjects were asked to make quick decisions in several tasks designed by the researchers. In the tasks, the participants had to look at a screen, analyze what was going on, and answer a simple question about the action in as little time as possible. In order to make sure the effect wasn't limited to just visual perception, the participants were also asked to complete an analogous task that was purely auditory.

The action game players

It is talked before about how video games can be more than just a time sink. However, a study shows that gamers who play action games made decisions 25% faster with no loss in accuracy. The study

took gamers who were playing action games and compared them to people playing strategy games. The action gamers made faster decisions, but weren't any less accurate.

After this training period, all

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were up to 25 percent faster at coming to a conclusion and answered just as many questions correctly as their strategy game playing peers.

Most notably, all subjects were not already avid video game players and were subjected to 50 hours of game play each.

This means that even if you haven't been playing all your life, the study showed that picking up a shooter or fastpaced game can still help you make quicker decisions.

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News

Epidemic of Vitamin D shortage puts Indians at high blood pressure risk more susceptible to infections than patients who had better levels.

Dr Thacker blames the smogfilled environment in cities for poor Vitamin D levels. "It is true we don't get adequate exposure to sunlight because we travel in cars and buses and don't come out even during weekends. Children these days watch TV instead of playing football in the grounds, but Vitamin D deficiency isn't only about paucity of sunlight." The quality of sunlight

MUMBAI: Runny noses and stomach flu aren't the only ills associated with overcast skies. The absence of sunlight hits production of Vitamin D in the body, adversely affecting blood pressure. A recent study in London by an Indianborn researcher has proved beyond doubt that the lower the vitamin level, the higher the BP. Vitamin D is synthesized when the sun's ultraviolet rays fall on the skin. But the high melanin pigment in the Indian skin deters it. So, even a hot and sunny India has high levels of deficiency. Some studies say every second Indian is affected; others peg it higher at eight out of every 10 Indians. The deficiency is worrying as it's linked to a range of diseases — from bone problems to cancer.

Researcher Vimal Karani's work from University College London only conclusively proves that low Vitamin D levels can send blood pressure soaring. Karani looked at 35 studies, covering 1.5 lakh people across Europe and North America, and found people with high concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH) D) had lower blood pressure and, therefore, a reduced risk of hypertension. A pre hormone, 25-hydroxy vitamin D or calcidiol, is produced in the liver when Vitamin D3 is synthesized. The study found that for every 10% increase in 25(OH)D) concentrations, the risk of developing hypertension decreased by 8.1%.

In India, where every fifth grownup has hypertension, the study has severe implications. Dr Siddharth N Shah, editor-in-chief of JAPI (Journal of the Association of the Physicians

of India), said, "The association of lower levels of Vitamin D and high blood pressure can, in part, be associated with increasing number of hypertension in India." Delhibased endocrinologist Dr Anoop Misra, though, pointed out that hypertension has a strong hereditary component. "We know that salt, smoking, obesity and heredity are the causes for hypertension. We can at best consider Vitamin D deficiency as a fifth contributor," he said.

The theories about Vitamin D deficiency and its various implications have gained importance in the past decade. One reason could be easy availability of diagnostic tests. "When we started offering the test about 15 years back, we would get 5 to 10 cases a month," said Dr Vipla Puri from Hinduja Hospital, Mahim. Now her laboratory performs 1,500 tests a month.

Endocrinologist Dr Shashank Joshi from Lilavati Hospital, who has done several studies on both hypertension and Vitamin D deficiency, said, "There are over 200 Vitamin D receptors in the body. Previously, we thought that Vitamin D only affected skeletal aspects of the body." It is only now that the world is learning that it is connected to the body's entire metabolism. "Vitamin D has a link with metabolism of glucose, maintenance of blood pressure as well as acceleration of heart diseases," Joshi said.

Vitamin D levels dictate outcomes of ICUs as well. A study done by Dr HemantThacker in Jaslok Hospital, Peddar Road, showed that patients with lower levels of Vitamin D were

plays an important role too.

"A part of the ultraviolet radiation that is needed by the body to make Vitamin D is filtered out by the smog. This is a leading cause for deficiency," Dr Thacker said.

Experts say a way of tackling this widespread deficiency would be to chart out a public health policy.

"The government should look at solutions like fortifying milk with vitamin D as is done in the US and Europe," said Dr Joshi.

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Beauty Tips

How to Apply Eye Makeup in 8 Steps

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in the inner corner of your eye will brighten it significantly.

6. Highlight your brow : Take the same light eye shadow and dab it on your brow bone, concentrating on your mid-brow outward. Blend with your finger.

7. Curl lashes : An eyelash curler will make even long lashes look more gorgeous. For added effect, you can heat the curler under a blow dryer for a couple seconds. Test curler before applying to lashes because you could burn yourself.

the lid and up to your brow bone. Follow with a medium color across your lid only. Build on this with a darker color in the crease. Blend the colors well.

5. Brighten your eyes with a highlighter : This step involves only the inside part of the eye. Putting a bit of your lightest eye shadow 1. Prep your eyes with concealer: Concealer can be used to cover up under-eye circles or just the bluish discoloration just under your inner eye. To cover dark under eye circles, apply three dots of concealer under each eye. Start at the inner corner where skin tends to be darkest, then under the pupil and the third on the outer edge. Pat, never rub with your ring finger (this finger tends to have the softest pad) until the concealer disappears.

2. Apply eye shadow primer to your lid: Eye shadow primer is the secret to keeping your shadow in place for hours. If your eye shadow ends up a greasy pool in your crease, you should invest in a good eye shadow primer. Eye base will keep shadow in place through workouts, torrential rains and even at night's sleep.

3. Follow with eyeliner: You can use liquid liners or an eye pencil, but prefer to use dark eye shadows as eyeliners. Wet a slanted brush, and then dip in a dark eye shadow. Line eyes as close to the upper lashes as possible from the inner corner to the outer corner. Follow with liner on bottom eyes, but only line from the middle of the eye out. Smudge the bottom line with a Q-tip or your finger if you don't want a prominent line.

For a Smokey eye, use a brush to pat in a dark eye shadow along the upper lid and below the lid. If you don't want a stark line, instead you blend it so it's "smudge-y."

4.Apply eye shadow : It's great to use a threetoned shadow and build from lids to brow.

Allowing them to blend into each other like a rainbow is gorgeous, start with a light color that almost matches your lid. Sweep the color across

8. Apply mascara : Place the wand of your mascara brush at the bottom of lashes and wiggle back and forth. Follow with another few sweeps of the wand. Apply to bottom lashes as well.

Once you have mastered the art of makeup, there's no looking back. It's great to rock new and different eye makeup every now and then.

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Art & Culture

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The word Saptah literally means seven days and the festival actually lasts for a week, although the stalls selling various items linger on for more than fifteen days.

The festival which is more than a hundred years old is celebrated in the temple of Lord Damodar in the centre of the city. Legend has it that in 1898 there was a cholera or plague epidemic in the city. With the health facilities at the time being quite poor, the local residents turned to Lord Damodar, an incarnation of Lord Shiva for help.

The residents of Vasco went to Zambaulim temple of Lord Damodar and brought a coconut as prasad to be installed for worship in Vasco. The initial installation was at the Old Mata High School. As luck would have it, their prayers were successful and the epidemic died out once the worship began.

The Saptah starts with the main pooja being The port town of Vasco is the scene of perhaps the biggest festival in Goa in terms of sheer number of vendor stalls, the crowds and the duration of its celebration. The Saptah is celebrated in the month of Shravan as per Hindu calendar, is the only big festival in Vasco. offered at the Old Mata High School, from where the anointed coconut is taken out in a procession to the Lord Damodar temple.

The coconut used for the previous year is taken in a procession around the city and then released in the sea at Kharewada Vasco.

A specially selected person carries the sacred coconut. Along with him, a troupe of dancers goes around the city visiting the residences of prominent citizens. The performance of the troupe is called as Gopalkala by the locals and is a sight to behold in the pouring rain. The dancers are also drenched by water thrown by the people from the houses they visit.

After the immersion of the old coconut, the people return to the temple and anoint a new coconut amidst singing of bhajans.

The bhajans continue uninterrupted for 24 hours.

A glittering ceremony takes place at night with specially decorated tableaux coming from various wards of the port town. These are known as 'pars'. People come here from all over the state to watch the parade. There is also a cultural programme at night with devotional songs for which well known artistes perform.

The temple is located on the main avenue of the city, the Swatantra Path, and the biggest crowds are seen here. Consequently, the

Vasco Saptah

entire main road is closed for traffic for the seven days of celebration. All along the roads and by lanes of the city of Vasco, the vendors put up their make-shift stalls.

The vendors come from all over India to sell everything from trinkets and toys to furniture and the latest in fashion.

The usually drab and sedate port-town wears a festive look with g decorations and huge noisy crowds visiting the temple and the stalls throughout the week. From the security point of view, watch towers with close circuit cameras have been erected at different locations. Besides, there are also ambulance and fire tender at all times.

This year the same excitement and joy is expected to be seen from the people of all age groups. The seven day festival is starting from 12th August and the officials have made sure that the vendors will leave the stalls on the expected date. The security staff is expected to do a fine job like always so that there is no traffic menace caused by the people.

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Personality

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Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan born was a classical Urdu and Persian poet from the Mughal Empire during British colonial rule. He used his pen-names of Ghalib and Asad. His honorific was Dabir-ul-Mulk, Najm-ud-Daula. During his lifetime the Mughals were eclipsed and displaced by the British and finally deposed following the defeat of the Indian rebellion of 1857, events that he wrote of. Most notably, he wrote several ghazals during his life, which have since been interpreted and sung in many different ways by different people.

Ghalib, the last great poet of the Mughal Era, is considered to be one of the most popular and influential poets of the Urdu language. Today Ghalib remains popular not only in India and Pakistan but also amongst Diaspora communities around the world.

Mirza Ghalib

The last great poet Mirza Ghalib was born in Agra into a family descended from Aibak Turks who moved to Samarkand (now in Uzbekistan) after the downfall of the Seljukkings. His paternal grandfather, Mirza Qoqan Baig Khan, was a Saljuq Turk who had immigrated to India from Samarkand during the reign of Ahmad Shah (1748–54). He worked at Lahore, Delhi and Jaipur, was awarded the sub district of Pahasu (Bulandshahr, UP) and finally settled in Agra, UP, India. He had four sons and three daughters. Mirza Abdullah Baig Khan and Mirza Nasrullah Baig Khan were two of his sons.

Mirza Abdullah Baig Khan (Ghalib's father) got married to Izzat-ut-Nisa Begum, and then lived at the house of his father-in-law. He was employed first by the Nawab of Lucknow and then the Nizam of Hyderabad, Deccan. He died in a battle in 1803 in Alwar and was buried at Rajgarh. Then Ghalib was a little over 5 years of age. He was raised first by his Uncle Mirza Nasrullah Baig Khan.

At the age of thirteen, Ghalib married Umrao Begum, daughter of Nawab Ilahi Bakhsh (brother of the Nawab of Ferozepur Jhirka).

He soon moved to Delhi, along with his younger brother, Mirza Yousuf Khan, who had developed schizophrenia at a young age and later died in Delhi during the chaos of 1857.

In accordance with upper class Muslim tradition, he had an arranged marriage at the age of 13, but none of his seven children survived beyond infancy. After his marriage he settled in Delhi. In one of his letters he describes his marriage as the second imprisonment after the initial confinement that was life itself. The idea that life is one continuous painful struggle which can end only when life itself ends is a recurring theme in his poetry. One of his couplets puts it in a nutshell Ghalib started composing poetry at the age of 11. His first language was Urdu, but Persian and Turkish were also spoken at home. He received an education in Persian and Arabic at a young age. When Ghalib was in his early teens, a newly converted Muslim tourist from Iran (Abdus Samad, originally named

Hormuzd, a Zoroastrian) came to Agra. He stayed at Ghalib's home for two years and taught him Persian, Arabic, philosophy, and logic. Although Ghalib himself was far prouder of his poetic achievements in Persian, he is today more famous for his Urdu ghazals.

Numerous elucidations of Ghalib's ghazal compilations have been written by Urdu scholars. The first such elucidation or Sharh was written by Ali Haider Nazm Tabatabai of Hyderabad during the rule of the last Nizam of Hyderabad. Before Ghalib, the ghazal was primarily an expression of anguished love; but Ghalib expressed philosophy, the travails and mysteries of life and wrote ghazals on many other subjects,

vastly expanding the scope of the ghazal.

In keeping with the conventions of the classical ghazal, in most of Ghalib's verses, the identity and the gender of the beloved are indeterminate. The critic/poet/writer Shamsur Rahman Faruqui explains that the convention of having the "idea" of a lover or beloved instead of an actual lover/beloved freed the poet-protagonist-lover from the demands of realism. Love poetry in Urdu from the last quarter of the seventeenth century onwards consists mostly of "poems about love" and not "love poems" in the Western sense of the term.

The first complete English translation of Ghalib's ghazals was Love Sonnets of Ghalib, written by Sarfaraz K. Niaz and published

by Rupa & Co in India and Ferozsons in Pakistan. It contains complete Roman transliteration, explication and an extensive lexicon.

Mirza Ghalib was a gifted letter writer.

Not only Urdu poetry but the prose is also indebted to Mirza Ghalib. His letters gave foundation to easy and popular Urdu. Before Ghalib, letter writing in Urdu was highly ornamental. He made his letters "talk" by using words and sentences as if he were conversing with the reader. According to him Sau kos se ba-zaban-e-qalam baatein kiya karo aur hijr mein visaal ke maze liya karo (from hundreds of miles talk with the tongue of the pen and enjoy the joy of meeting even when you are separated). His letters were very informal, sometimes he would just write the name of the person and start the letter. He was very humorous and wrote very interesting letters. In one letter he wrote "Main koshish karta hoon keh koi aesi baat likhoon jo parhay khoosh ho jaaye'" (I want to write lines such that whoever reads them would enjoy them). Some scholar says that Ghalib would have the same place in Urdu literature if only on the basis of his letters. They have been translated into English by Ralph Russell in The Oxford Ghalib.

Ghalib was a chronicler of a turbulent period.

One by one, Ghalib saw the bazaars – Khas Bazaar, Urdu Bazaar, Kharam-ka Bazaar, disappear, whole mohallas (localities) and katras (lanes) vanish. Ghalib wrote that Delhi had become a desert. Water was scarce. Delhi was now “a military camp”. It was the end of the feudal elite to which Ghalib had belonged.

He wrote: "An ocean of blood churns around meAlas! Were these all!

The future will show what more remains for me to see.

Ghalib is still very popular today, and his poetry is well known. Many singers from all over South Asia have sung many of his ghazals.

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Special Story

Friday, 9th August, 2013

THE MANGO TREE TRUST

In India Seven million children under the age of 14 years do not have access to education and approximately 50% of these children drop out before they complete their elementary education.

There are many charitable trusts in Goa and one of the most dynamic and hardworking is the Mango Tree Trust. It is working hard to help disadvantaged and underprivileged children to bloom and blossom.

The Trust which is based at Mango House, in Pedem, Karaswada, Bardez, Goa works with around 170 children and families living in the slums around Karaswada as well as local children in need. The main objective of the Mango Tree is to help children to access school and to support and encourage them to remain there. By working with parents, who themselves are often uneducated, providing counselling sessions about the importance of allowing their children to gain an education, the Trust hopes to keep children away from child labour and to ensure they enjoy a safe and sound childhood.

Recently the Trust, headed by Miss Savita Rao, the Managing Trustee, took another successful step, by opening a pre-primary school, at their very own campus at The Mango House. The fine inaugural function was held in

June 2013, headed by Mr. Sudir Kandolkar, the Chairperson of the Mapusa Municipal Council.

The pre-primary school has a total of 3 classrooms (nursery, lower, and upper) and is pleased to have approximately 66 students enrolled for this new academic year 2013-14. The chief guest Mr. Sudin Kandolkar did the honours of distributing new school bags among the nursery students. Later, the students were provided with

raincoats, uniforms and other items of school requirements. The school campus also holds afternoon tutorial classes for 75 students studying in STD I to Std VI wherein they spend time revising their class work and focussing on any areas of difficulty.

In addition to directly supporting education The Mango Tree trust also provides a meal and fruit Monday – Friday and medical support for each and every child

registered with them. The Trust aims to ensure that the children it supports have a healthy educated childhood. By continuing with its mission it is hoped children will not drop out of education thereby helping to break the cycle of illiteracy and poverty. The Trust plans to continue its support and looks forward to seeing the children reach their full potential and become active contributors to the society in which we live.

Music

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Sergei Godinho I

Green Tea - Tone

"Who says with music you cannot make a living, I’m a living example; provide you work hard towards your dream".

– Says Mr. Sergei Godinho.

Mr. Sergei Godinho is considered as one of the best Bass Guitarist of our state Goa. He started his music career at the age of 15 for School band and since then he never looked back. He has completed more than 30 years in the music industry and during his journey of music he has played with reputed bands like 'white winds', 'civilians', 'status 4' andalso with rock band Bad Blood and the Fusion Band called “Shanti”. He is currently playing with one of Goa's popular Pop Band - Pure Magic. He is very busy in the mornings playing at various Recording Studios in Goa. In his music achievements he has a credit of 350 CD’s or more till date. Mr. Godinho a very easy going person and young at heart was in chat with Ridhi Bandekar. Read more to find interesting things about him…

When did you start learning guitar?

I started learning Guitar at the age of 12 years and at the age of 15. I started playing guitar in my school band in Monte de Guirim.

What inspired you to take music as a profession?

My grandfather who was a Dr. by profession, also played the violin.

I used to wake up every morning listening to Gramophone recorded music and it was indeed a true inspiration to me so I took music as my profession. I also learnt my music notations with the Blessings of Fr. Camil Xavier at Music school Margao, but for a short stint.

Any other instrument you play besides Guitar?

started my journey in music by liking drums, where I watched Bondo closely but later I developed keen interest in playing Bass Guitar, through guiding touch from Diego from the Band Syndicate, who was my music teacher in Monte de Guirim.

Who are your favourite musicians?

Internationally I adore Jaco Pastorious, Nathan East, Victor Wooten and Laco Tayfa to name a few. In Goa it was Late Victor Alvares (pequeno) not forgetting my dear friend Mercy Fernandes who gave me a lot of inputsin the Music Arena.

Today Goa is filled with immense budding talent.

What are your achievements in music till date?

I had an opportunity to play for live performance with Remo, Maestro Josinho, O’luv, Sidhanath Buyao, Sonia Sirsat, Neffi Rod, Yograj, Edwin Fernandes, Norman Cardoso, Joaquim Souza and I have also entertained Bollywood actors.

According to me my best satisfaction is keeping my bass playing as a memory in different CD’s till date.

How often and how long do you practice?

I practice music everyday for 2 hours in the mornings. Once I start playing and practicing music it gets difficult for me to stop, being a family man things have changed a lot.

What do you think regarding the current scenario of music?

The current scenario of music in Goa is good. Today parents are encouraging and supporting their children to take music as profession.We never had the opportunity to take any formal training but today the youngsters have lots of opportunity and even the Government is encouraging, which we lacked at our times. Transition of

music from yesteryears of blowing instruments has changed to keyboard synthesizer music to suit the modern generation, which at times has no music sense!!!! But music has to go on….on.

What advice would you like to give to the amateur musicians?

My sincere advice to the amateur musicians is take a formal training as there are lots of opportunities in this field nationally and internationally and work hard towards it.

What do you think makes a great musician?

In order to be a great musician one has to have dedication and devotion and one should always listen to good music as practice makes a man perfect.

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Spotlight

a versatile, multi talented Legendry Tiatrist Yograj Naik today is a present face of young musician hailing from Goa. He was initially trained under the guidance of guru Kareem Khan in the ‘Itawa Gharana’, a style that lays strong emphasis on rhythm along with melody. He then studied in the guru-shiksha parampara under Ustaad Shaahid Parvez and since then he continues to be under his guru’s guidance. Under his able guidance Yograj has blossomed into a matured and seasoned Sitarist.

Today he is looked upon as true representative of Itwa gharana. He is a very easy going guy who respects his music and culture very much.

At the age of 15 Mr. Yograj gave his first performance and since then he has never looked back. He has performed in almost all major Music Festivals throughout India and abroad. In India he has performed almost all states and abroad he had the opportunity to perform in Greece, Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Europe. He truly believes that music has no boundaries and good music belongs to the whole world.

When asked what inspired him to take training in Sitar he smiles and says that his grandmother was a true inspiration as she used to teach him classical music and later he decided to take training in sitar.

He is proud to tell that he belongs to a family of musicians who has rich heritage of performing arts as well as who appreciates good music. His grandmother Pirozbai was the disciple of legendary maestro of Agra Gharana. She was a very famous and talented musician at her age.

Even at the tender age Yograj held great affinity towards music. In the beginning when he learnt Sitar he was the only student in Goa who wanted to pursue his profession as a sitar player. Today he practices his music not less than two hours and also as and when he gets time from his busy schedule.

He likes listening to musicians like Pt. Ravi Shankar, Aamir Kahn and Ustaad Shaahid Parvez to name a few. Though he is considered as one of the fine sitar artists in Goa he admits that he

still gets nervous during every performance and according to him it’s the sign of a talented and renowned artist.

Mr. Yograj represents the young generation of accomplished Indian classical musicians in Goa. In his journey of music he has ventured very successfully into the indo-jazz fusion genre and he is gaining popularity worldwide.

He currently leads an eight piece indo-jazz fusion ensemble called Shanti. The band creates fusion music through unique blend of Indian classical, folk with western Classical, pop and Oriental music. The Band also plays cover versions of few classics of Indian and Western music and he hopes

Awards Surmani award in 1990 Ganwardhan Award 2006 Pride of Goa by Lions club Best acoustic instrument players award at pop bit jazz festival Best music award for Goan Flote participated for republic day in New Delhi Best music composer for Drama Othello in Mumbai n many more.

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It takes life time to master one instrument - says Yograj Naik

to spread world peace and unity through this band’s music.

According to him the current scenario of music in Goa is fantastic but there are very few sitar artists in Goa. There are only two classes organized by kala Academy and Goa College of Music and it is really in bad shape as they are only few students who are interested in classical music.

When asked what advice he likes to give to the amateur musicians he says that one should have great devotion, dedication and sincere learning process towards music. One should continue practicing no matter what the circumstances are in life. Music has no short cuts to success and achievements and one should take it seriously.

His future plans are to have bright future for the younger generation in music and probably that’s the reason he has taken an initiative to revive the instrument and attack more enthusiast students in music. He is coming up with three year programme known as the ‘Sitar Sanwardhan’ which is the revival of sitar series in Goa through conducting music appreciation workshops to the students.

There are nearly 310 government aided schools and his main idea is to teach Indian classical music with traditional music instrument and he expects lots of participation from the students.

There are few musicians in Goa and Mr. Yograj is one of the few sitar players who are continuing the tradition of sitar playing in Goa. He has successfully conducted many programs of fusion music, blending pure Hindustani Classical Music with Jazz, pop and rock music. He has also composed many songs in Marathi and Konkani. His songs are often played at All India Radio besides he also produces many classical shows on All India Radio.

He teaches many students music at absolutely free of cost as he strongly believes that he is a performer and not a professional teacher.

- Ridhi Bandekar

Ingredients for Crab Masala (Masala Crab) Recipe

Pina Colada Ingredients :

•2 oz pineapple juice •2 oz light rum •1 1/2 oz coconut cream •Pineapple wedge for garnish •Maraschino cherry for garnish

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Sips & Bites

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Crabs - 1 kg (cleaned with shells on) Garlic pods(minced) - 6 nos Ginger(minced) - 1" piece Green chillies(slit) - 2 nos Tamarind pulp or paste - 1/2 tsp Tomato(chopped) - 1 no Shallots - 2 nos (finely chopped) Curry leaves - 1 sprig Dry red chilli- 1 no Garam masala powder - 1 tsp Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp Chilly powder - 1/2 tsp Salt Veg oil - 1 tbsp Water - 300 ml Coriander leaves(chopped) for garnishing

Procedure:

SIPS & BITES

Pour the above ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

And then shake it well. Now pour it into a chilled cocktail or collins glass. Garnish with the pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry.

Crab Masala

Preparation

1) Heat oil in a pan.

2) Add curry leaves and red chilly and cook for 30 seconds.

3) Add ginger and garlic and cook for 2 minutes.

4) Add the chopped onions and cook, until soft and transparent.

5) Then add green chillies, garam masala, turmeric and salt, stir and cover.

6) If you are using the tamarind

pulp, make a paste with some warm water and add this to the pan as well and cook for 2 minutes.

7) Later add the chopped tomatoes, the uncooked crab and mix well.

8) Add water and cook on low heat for 30 minutes, until the crab is cooked.

9) Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve Crab Masala hot with rice.

Prepartaion 1. Heat ghee and oil in a pressure cooker or cooking vessel. Once hot, add cloves, cinnamon and bay leaf, allow to sizzle.

Add sliced onions and green chilies and sauté for 5 mins till translucent.

2. Add ginger garlic paste and mint leaves and sauté for 3 mins. Add green peas, salt and sugar and mix. Add the washed and drained rice and mix. Sauté the rice on low flame for 2 mins. Do not over mix as the rice might break.

3. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce flame to low and place lid. Cook till the rice and peas are cooked, approx 15 mins.

4. Remove lid, mix well and remove into a serving bowl. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with a korma style curry and raita.

Peas Pulao Recipe Ingredients

Basmati rice - 1 1/2 cups, wash and soak in water for 5 mts l Green peas (fresh) - 1/2 cup l Cloves - 4 l Cinnamon stick - 1" l Bay leaf - 1 l Onions - 1, large, finely sliced l

Green chilies - 2-3, slit Ginger garlic paste - 3/4 tsp l Sugar - pinch (optional) l Pudina - 15 leaves (fresh mint) l Water - 2 2/3 cups l Salt to taste l Oil - 1/2 tbsp l Ghee - 1/2 tbsp (vegans can avoid ghee and substitute with oil) l l

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The Big Story

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Grand Reopening

Pics by - Andrew Fernandes

The closing of Cape Town for renovation had taken away smiles from most of the diehard party clubbers. The shinning smiles were back on the lips as Cape Town reopened on1st August 2013. Die hard clubber and party animals haunt this place for most of the year.

The vicinity of the club is well maintained, hygiene and peaceful.

Guests are all treated to some of the best Dj’s from around the country as well as Goa’s local talent.

Established in 2009 Cape Town has already become the must visit place for fun and extravanza. It is an impressive night club in Goa. Cape Town has earned a niche for itself among the nightlife hubs of Goa. This is a popular place to enjoy good food as well. It has become answer for the thirsty and hungry tourist as well as the locals who simply want to sit back and enjoy the fun filled night out.

Cape Town brings a new way into night clubbing. Chill out more than couple of drinks. Cape Town is a place where one doesn’t rush through a quick meal. The ambience is one that stirs and relaxes. So guys a weekend isn’t a let down at Cape Town so chill out this weekend with your friends and family at the famous Tito’s Lane.

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Heritage Site

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Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary‌

A wild tour into the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Santuary.

Along the north from Panaji on the road to Belgaum, is a sanctuary that covers 240-sq-kms. Thick forest clad slopes of the Western Ghats that is rich in wildlife and a paradise for bird watchers.

The Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Goan town of Mollem. With a total area of 240 sq kms, this is the largest of Goa's four protected wildlife areas, and contains within it the Molem National Park.

It is more convenient to view wild animals from the Devil's Canion View Point. Bird lovers may also find their best time over here. The famous temple of Tambdisurla of the Kadambas is situated 13-km from here. The sanctuary's setting in the foothills of the Western Ghats is wonderful and the countryside is one of the most peaceful that you'll come across in Goa. One hundred metres west of the entrance to the Molem Tourist Resort is the Nature Education Centre, where you can

Unless you stay for at contact the Range Forest least a couple of days, it Officer, from whom you is unlikely that you will catch a can obtain permission glimpse of many of the animals that for vehicle access are sheltered in the sanctuary, including through the main park Gaur, Sambar, Leopards, Spotted Deer, gate. There is also an Slender Toris, Jungle Cats, Malayan Giant observation platform Squirrels, Pythons and Cobras. There are a few kms into the important geographical and historical park and the best time features in this sanctuary. Jeeps on private to see wildlife is in the arrangements go to the interior of the early morning or late forest. The sanctuary is particularly evening. known for its Leopards, The Western Ghats form Elephants, Deers & Gaur or one of the 18 biodiversity Indian Bison. hotspots in the world. Goa is nestled in the Western Ghats and the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the largest sanctuaries in Goa. Though Goa's rich wildlife diversity may not be as famed as it beaches, but it has many wildlife sanctuaries such as the Bhondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary and Dr. SĂĄlim Wildlife Sanctuary.

Today very few people might be aware but Goa's forests are actually said to house tigers too. The Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is a perfect place for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

However, political interests and industrialization are taking a toll on the sanctuary as activities such as mining threaten forestland. The best way to conserve wildlife is by conserving the habitat of the wildlife and it is in our interests to see that the pristine beauty of the Western Ghats is preserved for all time to come.

Goa is well connected with regular flights available from all major cities in India. Dambolim is the airport nearest to the Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary.

From Dambolim, one can travel to Mollem (67 km.) by road via Margao, Ponda and Tiska. The nearest railway station is at Collem South Central Railway. From Collem, one has to travel 6 km. to Mollem. The Konkan Railway stops at the Carambolim Karmali station. From Carambolim, one has to travel 50 km. to Mollem via Old Goa-Ponda-Tiska. If one is travelling by road, National Highway 4A (on the Western Ghats) passes through the Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary. All inter-state buses from Belgaum, Hubli and Bangalore halt at Mollem where the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary office is located.

The routes often taken are either via Panaji-Ponda-Tiska-Mollem (57 km.) or via Margao-Ponda-TiskaMollem (42 km.). At the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, often taxi drivers can also act as guides. Hiring a car is not a very economical option and it is also not very easy for a tourist to drive around in Goa as the roads are bad and local drivers may be rash. It is often best to hire a driver from the hotel you're staying.

So guys if you are a wildlife enthusiasts and nature lover then this wildlife sanctuary is one of the must to visit places in Goa.

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Alopecia areata is loss of hair in patches.

Although it can affect any hair-bearing area of the body, the term mostly connotes patchy hair loss from the scalp. The condition, though it is benign in most cases, can cause tremendous emotional and psychosocial stress in affected patients.

Homeopathy can effectively and safely relieve the patients from this condition when opted for at the right time. At Dr. Batra's we have the expertise and experience of treating thousands of cases of alopecia over the last 35 years and giving good relief to a large number of patients.

What is Alopecia Areata?

Amongst all hair disorders, none arouse as much interest as alopecia areata. The reason for this is the uniqueness with which the disease presents itself: • Alopecia can affect people of any age - from infancy right up to the 80s • It can affect any part of the body • This condition can progress very rapidly leading to complete loss of scalp hair in a span as short as 15 days or can limit itself to one small persistent patch throughout a person's life • It has phases of remissions and relapses even whilst the patient is on medication, and in few rare cases it’s known to relapse even 20 years after the first episode Basically, alopecia areata is a condition in which there is patchy loss of hair from the scalp.

The condition can affect any part of the body as mentioned before but it is most commonly seen on the scalp. In certain cases it can extend to eyebrows, eyelashes, facial hair (beard, moustache) and can give rise to bald spots anywhere on the body.

Here are some of the features that are characteristic of alopecia areata: • Hair falls out in small patches leaving bald spots about the size of a small coin • There may be single or multiple such patches • The bald spots may remain static or may spread to involve larger areas of the scalp • In certain cases, hair loss is more extensive • Uncommonly, it may progress to total loss of hair on the head (alopecia areata totalis) or complete loss of hair all over the body (alopecia areata universalis)

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Alopecia Areata Spot it on the spot!

Types of Alopecia

No matter what the type, alopecia areata has always been a cause of mental distress in most cases. However, it is essential to understand the different types to decide the curability of the cases: • Alopecia areata monolocularis: A single bald spot on the scalp marks this condition. It may stay as such or may progress to formation of multiple spots.

• Alopecia areata multilocularis: The patient presents with multiple bald spots on the scalp since the onset of the complaint.

• Alopecia totalis: All the hair on the scalp is lost in this type of alopecia. It is one of the severe forms and constitutes the difficult cases.

• Alopecia universalis: When all the hair from all over the body is lost, the condition is called alopecia universalis.

• Alopecia barbae: The bald spots are limited only to the beard region in this type.

• Traction alopecia: In some patients, due to constant tension on the hair from being tied very tightly, alopecia develops along the frontal and temporal margins of the scalp resulting in traction alopecia.

There is another classification of alopecia based on the presence of infection on the scalp: • Non-scarred alopecia areata: Here there is no superadded infection of the scalp and chances of recovery are better in such cases.

• Scarred alopecia areata: A lichen infection of the scalp can lead to irreversible damage to the follicles and the skin of the scalp making it look like scar tissue.

Causes of Alopecia Areata ‘On account of lack of knowledge about its exact cause and mechanism, a lot of odd treatments have existed for alopecia; not to mention that these only cause further damage to the scalp!’

Alopecia areata belongs to the category of diseases classified as auto-immune conditions. These are conditions in which the immune system of the body mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells – in this case the hair follicles - and destroys them. This results in hair being lost from the affected area.

This abnormal behavior of the immune system can be triggered by a number of factors such as: • Testosterone: High levels of the male hormones (which are present in men as well as in women) can trigger the onset of alopecia • Disorders of thyroid gland • Anemia • Low intake of protein • Drugs and medications: • Chemotherapy drugs • Large doses of Vitamin A • Oral contraceptive pills • Antimalarials like Chloroquine • Beta blockers (used for treating hypertension) • Certain antidepressants • Anticoagulants • Chemical treatment of hair • During recuperation after some major surgery • Sudden weight loss due to dieting • SLE (Systemic lupus erythematosus) • Local fungal infection of the scalp Besides the aforementioned, emotional stress and genetics also play an important role in alopecia areata. A family history of alopecia areata or any other auto-immune diseases is seen in many cases suggesting a role of genetics in causing this disorder.

16 Butt is one of the most important muscle groups in the body because it is responsible for stabilizing the hips and has potential for massive strength.

There are plenty of exercises and techniques to get your butt in the best shape possible. Above are 4 easy moves for a better butt.

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Fitness

4 Yoga Moves for a Better Butt

Chair pose

Begin standing with your feet together. Bend your knees and drop your hips, bringing your weight into your heels. Drop your tailbone, firm your front ribs in and lift your arms up shoulderwidth apart.

Keep your shoulders relaxed in their sockets, and rotate the outer edges of your arms inward to broaden your upper back.

Warrior III Standing on one straight leg, lean forward with your chest until it is in line with your lifted back leg and parallel to the ground. Extend your upper chest and gaze forward as you flex your back foot, keeping your leg straight and all of your toes pointing down. Stay here or extend your arms straight out in front of you and keep them shoulder-width apart or join your palms together. Hold for eight breaths.

Revolved half moon Start in a standing forward fold. Place your fingertips on the floor and sweep your left leg up to a 90-degree angle behind you (or enter from Warrior III, placing your fingertips onto the ground). Keep your hips square and move your base fingertips under your shoulder. Revolve your chest toward your standing leg and firm your base shoulder blade to open your chest. Reach your top arm up until it points straight to the ceiling. Stack your shoulders while keeping your hips square. Hold for eight breaths.

Practice this moves every day readers and stay fit and healthy‟!

Side leg lift Come into a standing forward fold. Hook one of your big toes and keep your other hand on fingertips on the ground. Stack your shoulder over your fingertips and lift your big toe and leg up to the side so that it’s parallel to the ground (or close to it). Firm your standing hip to keep it straight as the other leg goes higher.

Hold for eight breaths.

Home Decor

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Ideas to decorate open terrace or balcony spaces

If you wonder how to decorate a small terrace or balcony space, here I tell you some tricks to get it, adapting the environment to how you use and take advantage of every inch of it.

Especially in homes with few square meters that are so prevalent these days, a terrace is a relief to limited space indoors. They are presented as an extension of the house, to breathe a refreshing air.

An urban terrace may have small proportions, like the rest of the house, it will be critical for planning the use and distribution of its surface. From this, it is easier to create a pleasant and comfortable, reflecting the lifestyle of each home.

Once you note the square footage of your terrace, you can determine what types of furniture to include. With good ideas, you can give life to an exterior that merges the style you like, with the comfort you can seek in the available space.

Pranil Sardessai

(Architect /Interior Designer)

You will have to define the use of the terrace, you can use it as a mere storage space for plants or even have a mini orchard, or spend leisure time there.

As for the furniture to be included it depends on the way to use the space, there is an ample supply of designs and sizes. If the width is very narrow, and you want to create a seating area, an idea is of versatile furniture like chairs and folding tables, which can be saved and integrate into space as the needs of the moment, or rather small models.

The location of furniture is equally important, as far as possible avoid blocking steps, and place a table or chairs in corners or on walls or railings for example.

To complete the setting the plants are a good choice. Care to choose them as you are willing to give them, and according to the size of the bodies.

You can choose from a small pot to place on a table or shelf, or use the vertical surface of the terrace wall planters or hanging baskets.

In addition to the functionality you get on the terrace, you can print a more cozy and personal items that are easily integrated. A small rug, colorful cushions on chairs, baskets containing pots, lanterns and candles are decorative details that serve to acclimate these affairs and make them look more welcoming.

18 Acid attack is a form of violent assault.

It is defined as the premeditated act of throwing acid onto the body of a person "with the intention to disfigure, torture, or kill.” The attackers throw acid at their victims, usually at their faces, burning them, and damaging skin tissue, often exposing and sometimes dissolving the bones. The long term consequences of these attacks include blindness and permanent scarring of the face and body, along with far-reaching social, psychological, and economic difficulties.

Special Story

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Acid Attack

A cruel and brutal Act…

It is not the right time to celebrate as it will take years to see the effect of the law. That’s true recently though our law defines acid attack as a separate Indian Penal Code offence and proposes punishment of not less than 10 years to a maximum of life imprisonment for perpetrators and fine that could go up to Rs.10 lakh. This surely will not put full stop to such inhuman behaviour of acid attackers as the fight of many victims has a long way to go.

For the past many years acid attack has been a very common assault against women.

Severity of the damage depends on the concentration of the acid and the period of time before the acid is thoroughly washed off with water or neutralized with a neutralizing agent. The acid can rapidly eat away skin, the layer of fat beneath the skin, and in some cases even the underlying bone. Eyelids and lips may be completely destroyed, the nose and ears severely damaged. The medical effects of acid attacks are extensive. As a majority of acid attacks are aimed at the face, several articles thoroughly reviewed the medical implications for these victims.

Often the acid assault survivors face many mental health issues upon recovery.

According to the studies attack victims reported higher levels of anxiety, depression, and scored higher on the appearance scale, which measures psychological distress due to one's concern for their appearance.

Additionally, the women reported lowered self-esteem and increased self-consciousness, both in general and in the social sphere.

In addition to medical and psychological effects, many social implications exist for acid survivors, especially women. For example, such attacks usually leave victims handicapped in some way, rendering them dependent on either their spouse or family for everyday activities, such as eating and running errands. This dependency is increased by the fact that many acid survivors are not able to find work, due to impaired vision and range of motion. This negatively impacts their economic viability, causing hardships on the families and spouses that care for them. Moreover, acid survivors who are single when attacked almost certainly become ostracized from society, effectively ruining marriage prospects.

Due to such ease of access, many organizations call for a stricter regulation on the acid economy. Specific actions include required licenses for all acid traders, a ban on concentrated acid in certain areas, and enhanced system of monitoring for acid sales, such as the need to document all transactions involving acid. However, some scholars have warned that such stringent regulation may result in black market trading of acid, which law enforcements must keep in mind.

According to Acid Survivors Trust International, around 1,500 acid attacks are reported worldwide yearly. The compensation provided by the government to victims is also negligible. Doctors estimate that the total medical costs for a victim would come to a minimum of Rs 50, 00,000. The current compensation that ranges between

Rs 2 to 2.5 lakh isn’t enough to even cover basic medical expenses.

Laxmi, 22, an acid attack victim after fighting a long and hard battle running between police stations, hospitals and court to regulate the retail sale of acids was approved by the law.

Her battle against the acid attackers starts way back in the year 2005, when two youths poured acid on Laxmi while she was waiting for a bus at Khan Market, New Delhi, because she had refused to marry one of them. Her face and body were left disfigured.

A year later, she filed public interest litigation (PIL) and sought a ban on the sale of the toxic liquid, citing increasing numbers of attacks on women.

Recently the government said it would treat acid as a poison and apply the Poison Act 1919 to regulate its sale. The reclassification means that shops will need a licence to sell the substance, buyers will have to submit a photo identity card and it must not be sold to people who are under 18.

For a long time, acid attacks in India were not treated as the epidemic that they are.

Now, the Centre, finally acting on years of pressure from activists, has placed considerable regulations on the sale and purchase of acid. However, like many other steps taken towards ensuring the safety of women by the government, this one has optimistic assurances that could potentially be unviable.

Despite of all the law enforcement there are still cases of acid attack in our country and it is not under control because of the negligence on the part of Police, lack of follow-ups, little enforcement, lack of convictions and slow-moving cases that hurdles to restrict the sale of acid in India. We hope that the government finally wakes up from its sleep and makes sure that acid attacks on women is eradicated completely from the society and probably that will be the right day for all the victims to celebrate.

- Ridhi Bandekar

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Tech-Know

To make special orders possible, Motorola is assembling the Moto X in Texas, making it the first smart phone to be put together in the U.S. Motorola promises to ship custom designs within four days, faster than it would be able to if the company had chosen to make the Moto X halfway around the world in Asia, as other phones typically are.

Moto X

In the four decades since Motorola first showed off a prototype of the world's first cell phone, the company has watched Apple, Samsung and other innovators surpass it in sales. With Google as its new owner, Motorola is introducing the Moto X, a phone notable for innovations in manufacturing, as part of an attempt to regain its stature. There's plenty the Moto X offers in terms of software, including the ability to get directions, seek trivia answers or set the alarm without ever touching the phone.

There's good hardware, too, including a body that's nearly as slim as the iPhone 5, but with the larger, 4.7-inch screen that is comparable to those found in rival Android phones.

But what's really special about the Moto X has nothing to do with making calls, checking Facebook or holding it in your hands. Rather, it breaks from the pack by allowing for a lot of customization. You can choose everything from the colour of the power button to a personalized message on the back cover.

Motorola is moving away from traditional black and white. You're still limited to black or white as your front colour, but you can choose any combination of 18 back cover colours and seven "accent" colours, which highlight the power button, volume control and the rim of the camera lens. There's more coming: Motorola is testing back covers made of wood, for instance, and it plans to let people vote on Facebook on future patterns, colors and designs.

You can choose a custom message for the back of the phone - with limits. I tried to enter profanity and trademarked names and was told, "We'd rather you not say that." You can use the space to display your email address, in case you lose the phone, for instance. In addition, you can choose one of 16 wallpapers in advance and enter your Google ID so your phone is all set up the first time you turn it on. You can select a different custom message to appear on your screen when you turn the phone on. You can

even choose the color of your charger, white or black.

In the beginning, you can get custom versions only with AT&T as your service provider, but other carriers are coming.

Standard versions will also be available through Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and U.S. Cellular at launch. You do the ordering through Motorola's Moto Maker website, which will cover service plan options with AT&T when you order the phone. If you walk into an AT&T store, you can pay for it there, just like a gift card, but you'll then have to visit the Moto Maker site and enter a scratch-off code.

In many ways, it's similar to the way desktops and laptops have been sold. You can go to Dell's or Apple's website and order any number of configurations. The difference is those configurations typically have to do with the

amount of storage, the speed of the processor, the size of the screen and the software that comes with the machine. With Moto X, you're getting the same storage choices that other phones offer, but all the other options are cosmetic.

Meanwhile, the Moto X advances hands-free phone use. Although handsfree options are available elsewhere to make a call or send a text, Moto X opens the door to the entire Web. It relies on Google Now, the virtual assistant that retrieves information when you speak into the phone. Normally, you press something to activate Google Now. That's how Siri works on iPhones as well. With Moto X, you simply say, "OK, Google Now." Motorola did a good job of keeping it

simple. With the Moto X, you have to swipe the screen from the left to access the settings. That way, the buttons aren't there to hit accidently.

To access your gallery of photos, you swipe from the right. Again, you won't be getting old images accidently and miss the chance to snap a new one.

The camera also lacks a shutter button. Instead, you tap anywhere on the screen to take a photo.

Keep pressing on the screen, and the camera will take a series of shots in succession.

The screen measures 4.7 inches diagonally, which is larger than the iPhone 5's 4 inches and close to the 5 inches found on a few other leading phones. Held like a skyscraper, the phone is narrower than most leading Android phones. The edges are curved, but the middle is thickened more than the typical phone. That actually fits nicely in the hands, as the palm isn't flat when in a grip position. It's not heavy either, at 4.6 ounces.

Although Motorola has released other phones since Google bought the company in May 2012, the Moto X is the first to be designed under Google. It's an impressive offering that could make Motorola a contender in phones again.

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Bolly/Hollywood Lara

Dutta who was a well known fixture on the big screen hasn’t been spotted in any major role since she got hitched in 2011. Since then, her fans only caught a glimpse of the sultry actor in a special appearance in Bejoy Nambiar’s David. Her last full length role was in 2011 in the SRK starrer Don 2.

And since you can’t keep an artist away for too long from their work, it seems Lara is all set to make a stunning comeback. After becoming mommy in 2012, Lara didn’t chose to star in any other projects, and for her comeback she chose to act in the sequel of her 2011 comedy Chalo Dilli titled Chalo China. Not only that, Lara may also produce the film since Chalo Dilli was the first film from her production house. “Although Lara has been away, she is excited about the sequel. And

New Delhi: After breaking

up with Neetu Chandra last year, Randeep Hooda is said to be getting closer to Aditi Rao Hydari, with whom he had shared screen space in ‘Murder 3’ early this year.

The rumored couple hit off well on the sets of the film, and now, Randeep and Aditi want to give dating a shot! They have been spending lots of time together when off from film shoots.

Although it is hard to say that for how long this budding relationship will last, given the fact that Randeep’s earlier love stints with Sushmita Sen and Neetu Chandra ended abruptly.

But hope that this time Randeep enjoys a period of everlasting love with the pretty Aditi.

Aditi Rao Hydari, Randeep Hooda- the new lovebirds

Sunny Leone husband in Sunny Leone husband in films bollywood filmsbollywood Actor Sunny Leone’s husband

Directed by Kaizad Gustad, the film marks the comeback of Boom fame director Gustad, and features Sachin Joshi and Sunny in the lead. Currently the shooting is on at Casa Vagator, A ctor Sunny Leone’s husband Daniel Weber — who manages her work — will play a cameo in her Goa, and the team recently Daniel Weber — who manages next film, Jackpot, and she’s really happy about this. “I’m excited canned a sequence with Daniel her work — will play a cameo in about him being around. I’ve been helping him out with what he in it. In the scene, Sachin tries to her next film, Jackpot, and she’s should wear,” says the Indo-Canadian adult film star. Directed convince three foreigners about really happy about this. “I’m

by Kaizad Gustad, the film marks the comeback of Daniel Boom fame something and is one of excited about him being around. director Gustad, and features Sachinthe Joshi and Sunny theoflead. trios. Almost in 80% the film I’ve been helping him out with Currently the shooting is on at Casahas Vagator, the in team been Goa, shot and in Goa over a what he should wear,” says the recently canned a sequence with Daniel in it. In the scene, Sachin month-long schedule.

Indo-Canadian adult film star.

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Lara Dutta makes a comeback! now that her daughter Saira is over a year old, Lara feels that she can slowly look into her professional life too. Even actor Vinay Pathak confirmed the development, “Yes, Lara and I will be back together.

We are planning the sequel and the script is being written as we speak.

So, the shoot will start soon” said the actor.

Well, seems like Lara is all set to begin her second innings with a clever comedy.

Lindsay Lohan Advised: Continue Treatment or Face "Certain Failure"

Lindsay Lohan is out of rehab, having just wrapped up her latest 90-day, court-ordered stint in which she split time between two California facilities.

But the hard part has just begun, a judge warned.The judge who sent her into rehab for violating probation by lying to cops ordered her to attend therapy three times a week for the next 16 months.

He made the decision hours after she left rehab. In a letter to the judge, Cliffside Malibu confirmed that Lindsay Lohan had successfully completed her court-ordered course of treatment at the center. However, it is "critical" she continue treatment.

Friday, 9th August, 2013

A weeknight isn’t a let down at all at Café Mambo. Café Mambo is known for its unique theme nights and late hour parties. This is one of the most crowds pulling nightclub on Baga. Café Mambo holds top rank in the business of entertainment and night life. It is a chilled out zone to meet up with friends and catch up for a drink. The club has in house Dj’s as well as renowned International Dj’s playing all sorts of music. With a myriad collection of video graphics, lights and even a couple of fire tricks from the bar tenders.

It’s a no surprise that party goers are reluctant to leave the dance floor and keep pleading for more. Café mambo has experienced the music from some of the top most DJ’s and artists from the music field of Goa, National and International.

Café Mambo’s tag line stands as “where the world gets together” works perfect when in Goa, where the locals and celebrities all come together to enjoy a rocking night out. Not only just on Saturdays but on any night of the week.

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Friday, 9th August, 2013

COURTYARD Established in 1971, Tito’s is one of Goa’s landmark ventures. Set off the bustling Calangute beach, on a lane named after it Tito’s lane, the property houses an elegant open- air restaurant the Tito’s Courtyard a concert space and adjoining nightclubs.

Diners are welcome to enjoy a table on the deck where the cool sea breeze and crisp ocean air add to the relaxed mood of the courtyard.

Tito’s courtyard restaurant is an alfresco restaurant that offers a multi cuisine menu of continental, oriental and local dishes. The kitchen is one of the best hygiene standards and the chefs are always eager to accept opinions and implement our guest’s recommendation.

So do drop in at Tito’s Courtyard, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the year, down the Tito’s lane, Baga Calangute.

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A popular partying place in Goa, Club Tito’s needs no introduction. Tito’s is the most famous of all night clubs in Goa. It’s the longest running bar and night club in Goa. Tito’s sees participation of live bands from all over the world and draws local people, tourists and celebrities alike.

Club Tito’s is located at a place where one gets a splendid view of the Baga beach. The Club caters to commercial and Bollywood music with a huge dance floor to accommodate its large crowds.

An exclusive area on the first floor offers private tables with a bar of its own. Guests can sit back and watch the dancing masses below or get immersed in their own party upstairs.

Club Tito’s is easily accessible to any party lover who decides to rock for the night. Open 365 days a year, Club Tito’s is a place where “the world meets up”. Excellent music coupled with great food really puts this happening hotspot at the very top. Club Tito’s never fail to set the dance floor on fire. The whole world is seen partying at Club Tito’s.

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