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GETTING SET FOR A VENGEFUL STRIKE

EW DELHI: A high security alert has been sounded across northeast after reports that NSCNK militants have entered India for revenge attacks following Army's strike in insurgent camps. The move came after a high-level meeting chaired by

Home Minister Rajnath Singh and attended by Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, NSA Ajit Doval, Vice Chief of Army Lt Gen Philip Campos among others where intelligence inputs were shared. According to these inputs, around 2O militants belonging to NSCN-K, PLA, ULFA

and other groups like the newly-formed United National Liberation Front of West South East Asia crossed the Indo-Myanmar border with the intention of revenge attacks after Tuesday's surgical strike by Army, sources Continued on pg 12 ÂŤ

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A high security alert has been sounded across northeast region.

High alert across Northeast where there have been bloody clashes between NSCN-K militants and the army

Khadse says Metro III land given by previous govt

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Cracks whip on 10 minority educational institutions for violating norms

By Prashant Hamine

inister for Revenue Eknath Khadse reiterated that he had expressed his displeasure at the 30 hectares of land given for Metro III carshed in the No Development Zone (NDZ) at Aarey Milk Colony. Speaking to newspersons here at his Mantralaya office here yesterday he however clarified that the land was given by Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) for the Metro III carshed by the previous Congress led state government on March 5, 2014. While this government following objections raised by environmentalist groups and political parties had constituted a committee of experts to look into the objections and suggest alternate site. He said that after the change in government, since the land belonged to Revenue and Dairy Development departments and as the Minister of both the departments he

had expressed his displeasure over the allotment of the land. Khadse stated that following his reservations the area has been declared as NDZ. He said that the committee was asked to look into limiting the damage to trees and possible alternate site. The committee is expected to submit its report within next fortnight. Replying to queries he remarked that although the land was given for Metro III carshed, but it is still under the jurisdiction and control of his two

departments. Khadse claimed that his views yesterday were misunderstood and maintained that his displeasure was not a rumor. He added that as per the agreement those executing the project will have to grow three trees against one tree cut. Besides this the MMRDA will have to relay electricity, drainage and sewerage lines at its own cost. Commenting upon the various alternate sites of Mumbai Port Trust, Salt Pan lands and at Madh Island, he said that some of these sites fall under Coastal Regulatory Zone (CRZ) there is possibility of the project getting further delayed. Khadse remarked that all the options were open for the government. Earlier, as the Minister for Minority Affairs Khadse announced that his department has issued show cause notice to 10 minority educational institutions in South Mumbai for failing to adhere to the norm of giving 51 percent admissions to students from minority

communities for three consecutive years. He said that 75 more such minority educational institutions have been found to have violated the norms. Khadse disclosed that the government can strip the minority status of these educational institutions for failing to adhere to the norms. Commenting upon the partly central government funded Madarsa modernisation scheme the Minority Affairs Minister disclosed that the state government will allocate Rs 5 lakh each for modernisation, starting computer education and infrastructure facilities. Besides this the Madarsas will have to compulsorily teach subjects like English, Science, Maths and Social Science. He added that those trusts which do not want to comply with the government rules will not get government funds. Out of the 1,889 Madarsas in the state, 550 of them had last year applied for the modernisation programme.

Pune-Nashik seaplane service to begin from Monday I

n what will bring down the journey time between Pune and Nashik to 50 minutes, the private-run seaplane service connecting the two destinations will begin from Monday, June 15. City-based private operator

Maritime Energy Heli Air Services Pvt Ltd (MEHAIR) on Thursday said it will launch its regional air connectivity between the two places. "There is a strong need for such a service between Pune and Nashik given the long and

difficult road journey between these two places," MEHAIR's co-founder and director Siddharth Verma told PTI. Flights between these two centres--Lohagaon in Pune and HAL Airport in Nashik-are likely to reduce the travel

time of people from up to seven hours down to barely 50 minutes, he said. The services will be operated with a Cessna 208A amphibian aircraft, which is capable of both runway and water operations.

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Maggi Ban row reaches Bombay HC now By Philip Varghese

estle India on Thursday moved the Bombay High Court against food safety regulator Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) ban on Maggi noodles. In its petition, Nestle India has sought judicial review of FSSAI's order banning Maggi noodles in India. FSSAI had issued an order on June 5 banning all variants of Nestle India's Maggi noodles terming them as unsafe and hazardous for human consumption. The revision application (appeal against the impugned orders passed by authorities in Delhi and Maharashtra) was mentioned orally by the company's counsel before a division bench of Justice V. M. Kanade and B. P. Colabawalla which posted it for hearing on Friday. “As part of the efforts to resolve the Maggi noodles issue, Nestle India has today approached the Bombay high court raising issues of interpretation of the Food Safety and Standards Act 2011 while seeking a judicial review of the order dated June 6, 2015, passed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Maharashtra and the order dated June 5 passed by FSSAI,” it said in a filing to BSE.“At the same time, we are continuing withdrawal of Maggi noodle products. This action will not interfere with this process.” Nestle, in its petition, also prayed for setting

aside the impugned order of Commissioner of Food Safety, Government of Maharashtra, banning the production and sale of 'Maggi' products of the company in the State. The company said the impugned orders do not comply with the mandatory provisions of section 34 of Food Safety and Standards Authority Act which deals with Emergency prohibition notices and orders. It said the orders were passed without any authority and without following due process of law.The Maharashtra government, too, had banned Maggi noodles after some samples were found to contain lead above the stipulated limit. “We shall proceed further as per orders that may be passed by the Bombay high court,” it added. Nestle India recalled Maggi from the markets after several states banned the famous '2-minute' instant food brand as tests showed that it contained taste enhancer MSG (Mono Sodium Glutamate) and lead in excess of the permissible limits. Last week, Nestle global CEO Paul Bulcke said Maggi is safe for consumption, but the company is withdrawing the product, banned in nearly a dozen states, from Indian market due to "unfounded confusions" that has affected the consumer trust. Maggi is estimated to contribute 20-25 per cent in Nestle's total sales, and its monthly sales are estimated to be around Rs 200 crore. philip.varghese@afternoondc.in Azad Shrivastav | ADC

MUMBHAI Vikas Sabnis

An eraser? Sorry, out of stock! Ex-ministers from the Congress and NCP have purchased those items in bulk quantity to erase the corruption charges against them!

PEDAL POWER FOR MUMBAI POLICE... A constable of the Mumbai Police patrolling the Girguam Chowpatty on the newly-allotted racing bicycle on Thursday. The police administraton will soon be providing them with raincoats, boots and uniform.

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ROUGH SEA... Revellers at the Gateway were caught unaware of the huge waves that crashed onto the walls of the seafront on Thursday even as the skies appeared blue and clear with no rain at sight. Usually these massive waves can be witnessed only during monsoon when the Meteorological Department warns of high tides. However, this time the sea has turned rough since few days due to the cyclonic winds blowing across the city.

Robin flies high, tops Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national bird vote INDIA has the peacock, America has the bald eagle and now Britain has the robin. The red-breasted bird has topped a poll of more than 2,00,000

people to choose the UK's first national bird, winning a landslide victory. The bird received 34 per cent of votes, followed by the barn owl, which received 12 per cent, and the blackbird, 11 per cent. More than 224,000 people voted online, at ballot boxes in schools

and by post in the poll, which began in March. Bird expert David Lindo -- who launched the campaign -- said the result was 'fitting', as the robin was Britain's most familiar bird. "What has become the UK's biggest ever nature vote has reminded the British people how much they love the nature around us," he was quoted as saying by the BBC. Lindo said he would speak to the government to ask for the winner to be officially recognised as Britain's national bird. If the government agrees the robin should represent the UK, it would join the ranks of other national birds from around the world with the United States boasting of the bald eagle as its national bird while the colourful Indian peacock being the national bird of India since 1963. In Australia, the emu appears on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, along with the kangaroo. Lindo began the project last year when he realised Britain did not have a national bird, unlike countries such as India, France and Japan.

The red-breasted creature has long been a part of Britain's cultural tapestry, most notably with its image adorning Christmas decorations every year. It was selected with nine others from a list of 60 birds in a preliminary vote and a ballot for the final 10 opened to the British public in March. Other contenders included the wren, the kingfisher and the puffin. A separate vote for children shored up the robin's victory, with it being declared the winner with 20 per cent of the vote in a ballot involving more than 11,000 young people.

Squirrel causes power outage, leaves 45,000 in darkness

A squirrel caused a massive power outage in California as the rodent scampered into a substation and cut power, leaving about 45,000 people in darkness. The squirrel entered the substation in El Cerrito caused the outage that deprived much of the East Bay of power for two and a half hours, according to utility company PG&E. JD Guidi, a PG&E spokesman, said the animal -- which died -- had impacted the equipment that triggered a massive power failure at 8:03 p.m. local time on Monday,

leaving 45,000 people to be without electricity. Power was restored around 10:30 PM. The affected cities included Berkeley, Oakland, Albany, El Cerrito, Kensington, Richmond and San Pablo, the Berkeleyside reported. The outage caused the Bay Area

Rapid Transit (BART) public transportation system to skip Berkeley altogether until power was restored. There also were reports of people briefly getting stuck in elevators. But some Californians used the outage as an excuse to take to the great outdoors.

Cindy Crawford coming to Mumbai AMERICAN supermodel-actress Cindy Crawford is set to visit India later this month to celebrate her 20-year association with a luxury watch brand. Crawford, 49, who is the ambassador of OMEGA, last visited India in 1998, and is excited for her return after nearly two decades. She will launch the new OMEGA Constellation 'Pluma' Collection in Mumbai. "Coming to an OMEGA event like this is always like visiting family or old friends. I have particularly fond memories of riding elephants in India, and I look forward to reconnecting with this wonderful country. "It's also a pleasure to introduce the new Constellation collection which holds a special place in my time with OMEGA," said Crawford, who last visited American supermodel Cindy Crawford. Mumbai in 1998.

THANKSGIVING

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be Adored, Glorified, Loved and Preserved throughout the World now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, thy Kingdom come. Saint Jude, worker of Miracles, Pray for us. Saint Jude, Helper of the helpless, Pray for us. Thank You for Favours granted. — R C-11296 Miracle Prayer To St. Claire. God of Mercy, You inspired St. Claire with the love of poverty by the help of her prayers. May we follow Christ in poverty of spirit and come to the joyful vision of your glory in the Kingdom of Heaven. We ask this through Our Lord, Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever (Say your prayer request here) Please hear my Novena St. Claire. I believe in the power of prayers and miracles. Say this prayer and 9 Hail Marys for 9 consecutive days, promise to publish the prayer on the 9 day and your miracle will be granted. By B.D C-12879

CHANGE OF NAME

I have changed my name from Smeet Dinesh Ghadiali to Smeet Dinesh Kansara as per Affidavit Dated 08/06/2015. C-12880 I have changed my name from Mukeshkumar Suryakant Parikh to Mukesh Suryakant Parikh as per Affidavit Dated 04/06/2015. C-12881 I have changed my name from Saddam Husein Ashiqali Qureshi to Saddam Ashiqueali Qureshi as per Gazette No. M151837. C-12882 I have changed my name from Kalingappa Venkappa Solapur to Kalinga Venkappa Solapurkar as per Affidavit Dated 11/06/2015. C-12883 I have changed my name from Pechiammal Santhanam Yadav to Shrutika Muthu as per Affidavit Dated 11/06/2015. C-12884 I have changed my name from Abdul Kadir Jusar Vadvanwala to Abdul Kadir Juzer Vadvanwala as per Affidavit Dated 11/06/2015. C-12885 I have changed my name from Gaurav Pravinchandra Shah to Gaurav Pravinbhai Shah as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12886 I have changed my name from Ismail Azad Jahangir to Jahangir Ismail Azad Shaikh as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12887 I have changed my name from Pooja to Sushma Prasad Kurup as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12888 I have changed my name from Ishna to Aasma Jahangir Shaikh as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12889

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CLASSIFIEDS I have changed my name from Rizwan Arif Mohammed Rafique to Rizwan Arif Khan as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12890 I have changed my name from Suraiya Ismail Jahangir to Suraiya Jahangir Shaikh as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12891 I have changed my name from Violet Dalgado Costa to Violet Mark Costa as per Affidavit Dated 10/06/2015. C-12892 I have changed my name from Mohammed Imran Haji Mohammed, to ‘Mohammed Imran Haji Mohammed Virani’ as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/2015. C-12893 I have changed my name from Bharati Ramchandra Patil to Ketaki Ketan Mantri as per Deed Poll Affidavit Dated 2nd Day of June 2015. C-12894 I have changed my name from Prasad Laxman Sonawale to Prasad Ramdas Sonawale as per Gazette No-X 5512. C-12916 I have changed name from Vandana Ramchandra Joshi to Priyanka Vishwanath Sutar as per Affidavit dtd 10th June' 2015. C-12895 I have changed my name from Dhara Mansukhba Gohil to Sara Imran Bakali as per Court Affidavit. C-12896 We Mr. Mohammed Zahid Shaikh and Mrs. Shahida Mohammed Zahid Shaikh have changed our minor son name from Abdul Rehman to Mohammed Junaid Shaikh as per Court Affidavit. C-12897 We Mr. Mohammed Zahid Shaikh and Mrs. Shahida Mohammed Zahid Shaikh have changed our minor son name from Mohammed Ahtesham Sabbir to Mohammed Ahtesham Shaikh as per Court Affidavit. C-12898 I have changed my name from Shafique Ahmed Munna Khan to Shafique Ahmed Munna Shaikh as per Court Affidavit. C-12899 I have changed my name from Savita Popat Kharabi to Nidhi Neeraj Dhawale vide Govt of Maharashtra Gazette (M15594). C-12900 I have changed my name from Abida Khatoon Mohammed Yakub Khan to Abida Khatoon Mohd Yaqub Chaudhary vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit (MK 962543). C-12901 I have changed my name from Anant Krishna Padyal to Anant Krishna Padiyal vide Govt of Maharashtra Gazette (M153895). C-12902 We Mr. Jai Motihar and Mrs. Rutu Motihar have changed our minor son's name from Aarya Motihar to Arjun Motihar vide Affidavit (MM 321148). C-12903

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I have changed my name from Sapna Kashinath Tiwari to Aisha Ajaz Siddique vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit (MZ 530048). C-12904

I have changed my name from Jonsinh Bhagwanji Chavda to Johnsingh Bhagwanji Chavda as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12921

I have changed my name from Jagdish Ramniklal Kanani to Jagdish Ramniklal Thakkar vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit (MZ 530047). C-12905

I have changed my name from Naima Bi Abdul Aziz to Ansari Naima Abdul Aziz as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12922

We Mr. Sanjay A Patankar and Mrs. Mrs. Uma Pujari have changed our minor daughter's name from Sakshi Sanjay Patankar to Sakshi Pujari vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit (MZ 530046). C-12906 I have changed my name from Uma Sanjay Patankar to Uma Pujari vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit (MZ 530045). C-12907 I have changed my name from Kalucharan Devendra Sahu to Karan Devendra Sahu vide Govt of Maharashtra Affidavit (MZ 530044). C-12908 I have changed my name from Mohammad Anwer Shaikh to Mohammed Anwer Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 10/6/2015. C-12909 I have changed my name from Rabiya Sultana Shaikh to Rabiya Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 11/6/2015. C-12910 I have changed my name from Shaikh Fasi to Mohd Fasi Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 8/6/2015. C-12911 I, Mohammed Anwer Shaikh (Father) Durdana Yasmeen Shaikh (Mother) have changed our minor son's name from Momin Md Daniyal to Mohammed Daniyal Shaikh as per Affidavit dated 10/6/2015. C-12912 I have changed my name from Sheela Alamchand Balchandani Noerty to Rekha Madan Hemnani as per Affidavit dated 12/6/2015 C-12917 I have changed my name from Smt. Kalpana Hasmukh Meheta to Smt Kalpana Hasmukh Mehta as per Affidavit Dated 11.06.2015. C-12913 I have changed my name from “Lalit Kumar” to “Lalit Kumar Agarwal” as per Affidavit C-12914 I have changed my name from Dhanwanti Kishinchand Punjabi to Sweety Vijay Bhagnari as per Affidavit C-12915 I have changed my name from Sahidabanu Zainul Abidin Ansari to Saeeda Bano Zainul Abidin Ansari as per Court Affidavit. C-12918 I have changed my name from Jainul Abdin Abdul Sattar Ansari to Zainul Abidin Abdul Sattar Ansari as per Court Affidavit. C-12919 I have changed my name from Kanchwala Azizbohra Ebrahim to Kanchwala Aziz Ebrahim as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12920

I have changed my name from Vahid Husain Shekh to Wahid Akhter Shaikh as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12923 I have changed my name from Shoba Rama Rao to Shobha Ganesh Dabhane as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12924 I have changed my name from Abdul Sajid Abdul Majeed to Abdul Sajid Abdul Majeed Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-12925 I have changed my name from Ramita Mandal Nandi to Ramita Nandi as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12926 I have changed my name from Litty Thomas to Littymol Thomas as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12927 I have changed my name from Nabeela Abdul Gani Take to Nabila Abdul Gani Takey as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12928 I have changed my name from Deepak Jeevanrao Kadam Govekar to Deepak Jeevanrao Govekar as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12929 I have changed my name from Muthuswamy Gayatri to Ramalaxmi Muthuswamy Naidu as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12930 I have changed my name from Sawini Narotam Chopra to Ashwini Narotam Chopra as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12931 I have changed my name from Shankar Lal Liladhar Bhanushali to Shankar Liladhar Bhanushali as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12932 I have changed my name from Kavita Sandipan Kevate to Usha Sandipan Kevate as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12933 I Dipak Kumar Sharma S/O Devi Dutt Sharma Residing A1/13 Shivanipark Amli Silvasa Changed My Name To Deepak Kumar Sharma Vide Affidavit Dt. 09/06/15 Sworn Before Notary D.G.Shah, Silvasa C-12934 I have changed my name from Jaya Vamadevan to Joyamma Vamadevan as per the deedpoll Affidavit. C-12935 I have changed my name from Mohammed Umar to Mohammed Umer Khan by deed poll Affidavit C-12936 I have changed my name from Pahatti Venkatesh Lachayya to Venkatesh Lachayya Pannati as per Affidavit C-12937

I have changed my name from Mohammad Kashif Aslam Parvez to Mohammad Kashif Aslam Parvez Jafferi as per Affidavit C-12938

I have changed my name from Chandrakant Himmatmal Karsia to Chandrakant Himmatmal Jain as per deedpoll Affidavit C-12956

I have changed my name from Prosenjeet Kumar Mishra to Prosenjeet Umadutta Mishra as per Affidavit C-12939

I have changed my name from Pranesh Prakash Neelawani to Pranesh Prakash Neelvani as per Affidavit. C-12957

I have changed my name from Ussain K K to Hussain Abdullah as per Affidavit C-12940

I have changed my name from Sakhari Ramchandra Sawant to Chhaya Anand Kamble as per Affidavit. C-12958

I have changed my name from Iyer Priyadarshini Narayan Laxman Sunderasan to Priyadarshini Sunderasan Iyer as per Affidavit C-12941 I have changed my name from Ahuja Santoshlal to Ahuja Santosh as per Affidavit C-12942 I have changed my name from Ahuja Santoshkumar to Ahuja Santosh as per Affidavit C-12943 I have changed my name from Shaistha Vakar Husein Sayed to Shaista Wasim Rizvi as per Affidavit Dt. 11.06.2015. C-12944 I have changed my name from Mohd Jahid Abdul Rashid Mansuri to Mohd Zaid Abdul Rashid Mansuri as per Affidavit Dt. 10.06.2015. C-12945 I have changed my name from Mohammad Anwar to Mohammad Anwar Khan as per Affidavit. C-12946 I have changed my name from Nitin Singh to Nitin Kumar Singh as per Affidavit. C-12947 I have changed my name from Rupa Nitin Singh to Rupakumari Nitin Kumar Singh as per Affidavit C-12948 I have changed my name from Najeeb Ambar Habibullah Mohimtully to Najib Ambar Habibullah Mohimtully as per Affidavit C-12949 I have changed my name from Rajni to Rajni Jairam Dewani as per Affidavit C-12950 I have changed my name from Shyam Parsram Sundrani to Shyamlal Parsram Sundrani vide deed poll Affidavit C-12951 I have changed my name from Chandrika Ben Velji Galaiya to Chandrika Velji Galaiya as per Affidavit. C-12952 I have changed my name from Raju Acherjee to Raju Acharjee as per Affidavit. C-12953 I have changed my name from Subhas Chand Dhiman to Subhash Subhkarn Dhiman as per Affidavit. C-12954 I have changed my name from Lalita Motiram Kamble to Manali Manohar Kamble as per Affidavit. C-12955

I have changed my name from Suyasha Suraj Pednekar to Rushada Suraj Pednekar as per Affidavit. C-12959 I have changed my name from Saif Nisar Shaikh to Saifullah Khalid Nisar Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-12960 I have changed my name from Datta Yashwant Malusare to Dattaram Yashwant Malusare as per Affidavit. C-12961 I have changed my name from C Supriya to Supriya Venkat Murty as per Affidavit. C-12962 I have changed my name from Chaya Balkrishna Hatkar to Chhaya Balkrishna Hatkar as per Affidavit. C-12963 I have changed my name from Balkrushna Ukhardu Hatkar to Balkrishna Ukhardu Hatkar as per Affidavit. C-12964 I have changed my name from Altaf Mohomed Kureshi to Altaf Ismail Qureshi as per Affidavit. C-12965 I have changed my name from Jones Vinoth to Jones Vinoth Joseph as per Affidavit C-12966 I have changed my name from Janice Fernandes to Janice Michelle Fernandes as per Affidavit C-12967 I, Deepak Chandulal have changed my name to Deepak Chandulal Gohil as per Affidavit C-12968 I, Chandulal have changed my name to Chandulal Gohil as per Affidavit C-12969 I, Geetaben Chandulal have changed my name to Geetaben Chandulal Gohil as per Affidavit C-12970 I, Alpa Jeevan Patel have changed my name to Alpa Jeevan Dhadhi as per Affidavit C-12971 I, Hemlata Jeevan Patel have changed my name to Hemlata Jeevan Dhadhi as per Affidavit C-12972 I, Jeevan Govind Patel have changed my name to Jeevan Govind Dhadhi as per Affidavit C-12973 I, Bachi Jeevan Patel have changed my name to Bharti Jeevan Dhadhi as per Affidavit C-12974

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45-yr-old operated for huge abdominal tumor By Kinjal Shah

r. Hemal Bhagat, a general and laparoscopic gastro-intestinal surgeon recently, operated an abdominal tumor of 30x30cm at Criticare Hospital in Juhu. A 45-year-old female patient Ananya (name changed) was suffering from abdominal pain since June 2014. When a sonography test was conducted on June 2 this year, it was detected that she had a huge mass in the abdomen. To confirm the findings, a CT

and was given to frozen section and it was confirmed that she also had a small tumor in the right ovary which was approximately measuring around 12 to 15 centimeters. This was also removed. The surgery totally went on for 2 to 3 hours,” said Dr. Bhagat. The patient and her relatives were very happy with the entire surgery. Dr. Bhagat said, “The patient is completely fine and carrying out her daily activities normally. It is one of the biggest tumor I have re-

Rains to arrive in 3 days! CITY

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By A Staff Reporter

ainy season in Mumbai will begin on Saturday, the Indian Meteorological Department said yesterday. The rain currents are yet to be formed. There have been some rain some parts of the city. The city is going through hot days: the maximum temperature at Santa Cruz was 35 degrees celsius and he minimum 28. Humidity at Santa Cruz 72 per cent, Colaba: 83 per cent.

People enjoy as massive waves crash onto the seawall during high tide period at Girgaum Chowpatty on Thursday. Even as the IMD has claimed that the monsoon is just a few days ahead, these youngsters chose to rather revel in the hightide water than until the cloud pours.

BMC hospitals gear up for monsoon threats By Abhishek Vissapragada

pile of medicines to tackle the many possible communicahe Brihanmumbai Mu- ble diseases including nicipal Corporation malaria, dengue, etc that in(BMC) on Thursday said that crease during the monsoon it is well prepared to deal with season,” said Dr. Suhasini monsoon related communi- Nagda, Medical Director of cable diseases in various city BMC. hospitals run by it. The BMC She said that doctors along is also prepared to tackle the with residents and patients H1N1 virus that is being have been given training to feared to affect many citizens tackle the diseases. “We have in Mumbai. also requested residents to BMC official says that the remove any dirty water from preparations for monsoon their vicinity and have reseason began early this year. paired leaking pipes near “We had started our prepara- slum areas to prevent any tions in February and March water disease from spreadwherein we brought a stocking,” said Dr. Nagda.

Dr. Hemal Bhagat removing the abdominal tumor scan was done on June 3. The CT scan showed a huge tumor measuring approximately 30x30cm on the left side of the lower abdomen, but was occupying the whole of abdomen. She was also posted to frozen section to confirm whether the tumor also indicated ovarian cancer. “The tumor was carefully removed without rupturing

moved so far in my practice. I have been attached to Criticare Hospital since 10 years. Just operating does not complete the job. Patient should safely go home without any complications and for that, post operative care has to be of the best quality. This was provided by the staff of the hospital. I am very glad that patient is doing well and going home safely.”

Woman, son found dead in Mahim I

n a possible case of suicide, a 42-year-old woman along with her 8-month-old son were found dead with their throats slit at their residence in Mahim, police said on Thursday. In a note recovered from the spot, the woman said that she was taking this drastic step as she was depressed and no one should be held responsible for this, Dy CP and police spokesperson Dhananjay Kulkarni told PTI. "Bodies of Swara Keskar and her son Harsh were found at their residence in Rajiv Coop Housing Society last night", Kulkarni added.

Police said a knife and a sickle has been also recovered from the spot. Mahesh Patil, Deputy commissioner of Mumbai Police (Zone V) told PTI the bodies have been sent for post-mortem to Bhabha hospital in Bandra. "We are collecting information from her husband who has said that he was in another flat when this incident took place and alerted the neighbours and police," Patil said. "Prima facie it looks like a suicide. However, all angles are being probed during investigations," the officer added.

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n a meeting held on Thursday, BMC Commissioner Ajoy Mehta has sent notice to all its establishments across city, advising them to be cautious with the hygiene during monsoon. He has also asked all the governmental, semi-governmental and non governmental organisations to start cleaning up their sur-

Adding further she said that the doctors are prepared to tackle the swine flu disease. “Medicines have been brought to treat any swine flu patients. We are also educating patients to help prevent the spread of the H1N1 virus. There will be no dearth in the availability of beds and blood in any hospital,” said Dr. Nagda. Dr. Minni Khetarpal, Head of Epidemiology Cell of BMC said there has been no increase in the number of patients contracting monsoon related diseases at present. “Such diseases occur

Civic body notifies all establishments to take monsoon precautions roundings as a precautionary measure to ward off monsoon-related diseases including dengue and malaria. The citizens have also been requested by the civic body to keep the surroundings clean and contact BMC at the earliest in case they

face any health related issues. This meeting was held in the presence of Additional Municipal Commissioner Sanjay Deshmukh, Executive Health Officer Padmaja Kesarkar, Head of Pesticides Department Rajan Naringrekar.

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throughout the year but at present there is no trend where we are seeing any increase in the number of patients contracting communicable diseases related to monsoon. We are tracking the number of patients being admitted in the hospitals on a daily basis,” concluded Dr. Khetarpal.

06 CHANGE OF NAME I, Bharti Jeevan Patel have changed my name to Bharti Jeevan Dhadhi as per Affidavit C-12975 I, Sharon Annalina Carlo have changed my name to Sharon Victor Carlo as per Affidavit C-12976 I, Shakib Bashir Patel have changed my name to Saquib Bashir Patel as per Affidavit C-12977 I, Ansari Aqeel Ahmad Shabbeer Ahmad have changed my name to Ansari Aqeel Ahmed Shabbir Ahmed as per Affidavit C-12978 I, Sylvia George Fernandes have changed my name to Sangita George Fernandes as per Affidavit C-12979 I, Ansari Alauddin Salahuddin have changed my name to Ansari Alauddin Salahuddin Chaudhary as per Affidavit C-12980 I, Mohamed Abdayan Sayed have changed my name to Mohd Abdein Sayyed as per Affidavit C-12981 I, Aziz Fatma Rizvi have changed my name to Aziz Fatima Sayyed as per Affidavit C-12982 I have changed my name from Parvez Ahmed Khurshid Ahmed Rizvi to Mohammed Parvez Rizvi as per Affidavit C-12983 I, Pushpakumari Chandulal Pandya have changed my name to Pushpa Babulal Jain as per Affidavit C-12984 I, Savitaben Ramabhai Patel have changed my name to Surekha Dharmendra Patel as per Affidavit C-12985 I, Prakashben Shantilal Jain have changed my name to Prakashben Shantilal Sakaria as per Affidavit C-12986 I, Chandrakant Shantilal Shaha have changed my name to Chandrakant Shantilal Jain as per Affidavit C-12987 I, Nishaben Kamalb Hai Adatia have changed my name to Nisha Kamal Adatia as per Affidavit C-12988 I, Kamalbhai Adatia have changed my name to Kamal Adatia as per Affidavit C-12989 I, Ilyas Ahmed Nijamoddin Shaikh have changed my name to Ilyas Nijamoddin Shaikh as per Affidavit C-12990 I, Mahendrakumar Seshmal Jain have changed my name to Mahendra Seshmal Jain as per Affidavit C-12991 I, Shamim Ahmed Naim Shaikh have changed my name to Shamim Naimulhaq Shaikh as per Affidavit C-12992 I, Mohammad Mushtak Nasuruddin Khan have changed my name to Mustak Nasruddin Khan as per Affidavit C-12993

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MUMBAI | FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015 I have changed my name from Iqnatius Dsilva to Ignatius Joseph Dsilva as per Affidavit C-13031

I have changed my name from Imtiaz Sheikh to Imtiyaz Sheikh as per Affidavit C-13050

I have changed my name from Noor Mohammed to Noor Mohammed Qureshi as per Affidavit C-13032

I have changed my name from Zubeda Shaikh to Bilkis Bano Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13051

I, Kamalkumar Mohanlal Adatia have changed my name to Kamal Mohanlal Adatia as per Affidavit C-12994

I have changed my name from Mohinder Kaur Madanlal Sharma to Kiranlata Madanlal Sharma as per Affidavit C-13012

I, Mohammad Nasuruddin Khan have changed my name to Nasruddin Khan as per Affidavit C-12995

I have changed my name from Aman Kumar to Aman Ramkumar Yadav as per Affidavit C-13013

I, Chanderlal Nenumal Khubchandani have changed my name to Chander Nenumal Khubchandani as per Affidavit C-12996

I have changed my name from Uttam Sakarchand Porwal to Uttamchand Sakalchand Porwal as per Affidavit C-13014

I, Sangiemiya Manshi Shaikh have changed my name to Sagir Manshi Shaikh as per Affidavit C-12997

I have changed my name from Raveendran Krishnan to Ravindran Krishnan Mullolil as per Affidavit C-13015

I, Imran Farid Shaikh have changed my name to Imran Farid Maniyar as per Affidavit C-12998

I have changed my name from Tairun Begam to Tairunnish Mustafa Sheikh as per Affidavit C-13016

I, Moti Lachhmandas Rijhwani have changed my name to Motilal Lachhmandas Rijhwani as per Affidavit C-12999

I have changed my name from Firoz Ahmed Mustafa Shaikh to Firoz Ahmed Mustafa Sheikh as per Affidavit C-13017

I, Zainab Abdul Rehman Shaikh have changed my name to Jamila Abdul Rehman Shaikh as per Affidavit

I have changed my name from Balwant Singh to Balwant Singh Multani as per Affidavit C-13018

I have changed my name from Mr. Abdur Rahman Abdullah to Mr.Abdur Rahman Abdullah Khan as per Affidavit C-13037

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I have changed my name from Sanna Sultan Sheikh to Sana Mohammed Sultan Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13019

I have changed my name from Mr. Abdullah Bin Tahseeldar to Mr.Abdullah Tahseeldar Khan as per Affidavit C-13038

I have changed my name from Sultan Sardar Ahmed Sheikh to Mohammed Sultan Sardar Ahmed Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13020

I have changed my name from .Mr. Makbul Mehbub to Mr.Moilali Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13039

I have changed my name from Hisamuddin Waqeel Ahmed to Hisamuddin Waqeel Ahmed Qureshi as per Affidavit C-13058

I have changed my from Amit Nagjibhai Saiya to Amit Nagji Saiya as per Affidavit C-13021

I have changed my name from . Mrs. Bilkishbegum Makbul to Mrs.Bilkees Moilali Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13040

I have changed my name from Ishrat Banu Mohamed Yunus to Ishrat Mohd Yunus Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13059

I have changed my name from Mr. Mohammad Sahma to new name Mr.Mohammed Sahma Mumtaz Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13041

I have changed my name from Mohamad Ashafak Mohamad Afak Khan to Mohamad Ashfak Mohamad Afak Khan as per Affidavit C-13060

I, Chintu Suresh Panjwani have changed my name to Jivin Suresh Panjwani as per Affidavit C-13001 I, Subaschandra Shetty have changed my name to Subhaschandra Shetty as per Affidavit C-13002 We Mr.Abulhasan Alimiyan Tole and Mrs.Saeeqa Abulhasan Tole have changed our minor daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name from Zulekha Abulhasan Tole to Zuleka Abulhasan Tole as per Deedpoll Affidavit C-13003 I have changed my name from Sasidharan Etayankarakatangot to Sasidharan Nambiar as per deed poll Affidavit No MR 597468 C-13004 I have changed my name from Jibin Johnson to Jibin Johnson Thomas as per deed poll Affidavit No MR 651675 C-13005 I have changed my name from Rajeshree Rajesh Sawant to Varsha Rajesh Sawant as per Affidavit C-13006 I have changed my name from Seenath Shifaya to Sayed Shifaya as per Affidavit C-13007 I have changed my name from Mohiddin to Mohideen Sayed as per Affidavit C-13008 I have changed my name from Ketan Dineshbhai Surati to Ketan Dinesh Surti as per Affidavit C-13009 I have changed my name from Dineshbhai Surati to Dinesh Surti as per Affidavit C-13010 I have changed my name from Vachhala Pandurang Kale to Vatsala Pandurang Kale as per Affidavit C-13011

I have changed name from Nagjibhai Popatlal Saiya to Nagji Popatlal Saiya as per Affidavit C-13022 I have changed my name from Raxita Popatlal Jain to Rakshita Akash Bafna as per Affidavit C-13023 I have changed my name from Amir Kayamali .H. Khokawala to Amiruddin Kayamali Khokhawala as per Affidavit C-13024 I have changed my name from Pratikkumar Arvindkumar Panchal to Pratik Arvind Panchal as per Affidavit C-13025 I have changed my name from Arvindkumar Narayandas Panchal to Arvind Narayandas Panchal as per Affidavit C-13026 I have changed my name from Priti Kalpesh Punamiya to Preeti Kalpesh Punamiya as per Affidavit C-13027 I have changed my name from Pooja Sandeep Chauhan to Priti Sandeep Chauhan as per Affidavit C-13028 I have changed my name from Sandip Jagjivandas Chauhan to Sandeep Jagjivandas Chauhan as per Affidavit C-13029 I have changed my name from Sandeepkumar Jagjivandas Chauhan to Sandeep Jagjivandas Chauhan as per Affidavit C-13030

I have changed my name from Josvel Rodrigues to Josvel Charles Rodrigues as per Affidavit C-13033

I have changed my name from Mukhtar Ahmed Mohd Nasir Chaudhary to Mukhtar Mohd Nasir Chaudhary as per Affidavit C-13052

I have changed my name from Giselle Suzanna Dsouza to Giselle Dsouza as per Affidavit C-13034

I have changed my name from Mohammed Hanif Shaikh to Hanif Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13053

I have changed my name from Pushpavally Sukumaran to Pushpa Sukumaran as per Affidavit C-13035

I have changed my name from Mohammed Adnan Mohammed Hanif Shaikh to Adnan Hanif Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13054

I have changed my name from Mrs. Mushida Ahmed Husain to Mrs.Musheeda Ahmed Hussain Ansari as per Affidavit C-13036

I have changed my name from Rehman Mohmad Arif Kardekar to Abdul Rehman Mohd Arif Kardekar as per Affidavit C-13055

I have changed my name from Mr. Mohammed Iqbal Mohammed Ayub to Mr. Mohammed Iqbal Ayub Memon as per Affidavit C-13042 I have changed my name from Mr. Siddharth Shantvan Rajguru to Mr. Latif Shantvan Rajguru as per Affidavit C-13043 I have changed my name from Apeksha Amit Shah to Apeksha Mayur Parikh as per Gazette No. X-39704 Date: 01/07/2014 C-13044 I have changed my name from Maria Rita Silveira to Smita Umesh Kunder as per Affidavit. C-13045 I have changed my name from Shamroz Rayeesahmed Khan to Arfat Rayeesahmed Khan as per Affidavit C-13046 I have changed my name from Shakeel Alli Hukebardar to Shakeel Hukebardar as per Affidavit C-13047 I have changed my name from Nikhat Shakeel Alli Hukebardar to Munira Shakeel Hukebardar as per Affidavit C-13048 I have changed my name from Lal Shaikh Ismail Shaikh to Lala Ismail Shaikh as per Affidavit C-13049

I have changed my name from Maksud Ahmed Adam Mukadam to Maqsood Mukadam as per Affidavit C-13056 I have changed my name from Hameed Ali Sayyed to Hamid Ali Sayyed as per Affidavit C-13057

I have changed my name from A Sattar Bade to Abdul Sattar Bade as per Affidavit C-13061 I have changed my name from Rizwan Akhtar Ansari to Rizwan Ansari as per Affidavit C-13062 I have changed my name from Sharfuddin Fakir Mohammed to Sharfuddin Fakir Mohd Lambat as per Affidavit C-13063 I have changed my name from Shannu Shaikh to Firoza Shaikh as per Affidavit. C-13064 I have changed my name from Ghazala Firdous Nuzhat Ansari to Ghazala Firdous Iqbal Ahmed Momin as per Affidavit. C-13065 I have changed my name from Narayani Kutty Kanayath Gopi to Thekke Othungote Narayani Kutty Gopi as per Affidavit C-13066 I have changed my name from Chandramouly Ramnarsayya Gundu to Chandramouli Ramnarsayya Gundu as per Affidavit C-13067 I have changed my name from Veena Ganesh Muta to Veena Ganesh Mutta as per Affidavit C-13068

I have changed my name from Shailesh Upendra Sachu to Shailesh Upendra Sunchu as per Affidavit C-13069 I have changed my name from Ujwala Prabhakar Yadav to Seema Prabhakar Yadav as per Affidavit C-13070 I have changed my name from Mital Ramanlal Shah to Mittal Ramanlal Shah as per Affidavit C-13071 I have changed my name from Mrs.Saminben Tajdinbhai Momin to Mrs. Samimben Tajdin Momin as per deed poll Affidavit C-13072 I have changed my name from Mr. Tajdinbhai Noormahmad Momin to Mr. Tajdin Noormahmad Momin as per deed poll Affidavit C-13073 I Neelima Sanjay Chaudhari have changed my name to Nilima Sanjay Chaudhari as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13074 I Ujwala Suryakant Belnekar have changed my name to Sakshi Sandesh Iswalkar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13075 I Mr. Quintin Anthony Rodrigues have changed my name to Mr. Quinton Anthony Rodricks as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 08/06/15 C-13076 I Mr.Vipin Krishan Verma have changed our minor sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name from Mast. Rudraksh Vipin Verma to Mast. Vedant Vipin Verma as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 08/06/15 C-13077 I Foram Navin Kapadia have changed my name to Foram Navin Kapdi as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13078 I Rajesh Buddhilal Varma have changed my name to Rajesh Buddhilal Kewat as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 10/06/15 C-13079 I Mrs. Maya Kumawat have changed my name to Mrs. Anguri Kumawat as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 09/06/15 C-13080 I Jaisukhlal Harishankar Trivedi have changed my name to Jaysukhlal Harishankar Trivedi as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13081 I Vishal Ashokkumar Morarka have changed my name to Vishal Ashokkumar Murarka as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13082 I Shaileshkumar Kanubhai Suthar / Shailesh Kanubhai Meveda have changed my name to Shailesh Kanubhai Mewada as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13083 I Miss Hajrabi Shaikh Dastagir have changed my name to Mrs. Hajrabano Abdul Rauf Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 10/06/15 C-13084

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n a bid to save the entire academic year of those 1.50 lakh students who have failed to clear their March 2015 SSC Board exams the state government has decided to hold the re-Exam for them in the second week of July. Disclosing this to newspersons here at his Mantralaya office, Minister for School Education Vinod Tawde disclosed that the results of the re-Exam will be declared around August 20, so that the students clearing the re-Exam can seek regular admissions to junior colleges by September 1. He stated that the process of accepting examination forms will commence from June 15 and around July 15 the orals and practical examinations will be held. Tawde

selled by trained government appointed career counsellors to identify the skills they have and will be given admissions to Skill Development courses and from 2016 onwards such students will get certificates mentioning SSC passed for Skill Development. Tawde stated that his will remove the remark of SSC Failed from their marksheets. Commenting upon the March 2015 SSC results, Tawde stated that the government has called a meeting of principals and trustees of 350 Vinod Tawde, Minister for School schools whose results deEducation. clared were below 50 percent. He said that the aim of the stated that from next aca- meeting was to understand demic year the re-Exams will the problems and difficulties be held as per this new being faced by the schools. schedule. Moreover, he Commenting upon the good added that those students marks scored by some stuwho still are unable to clear dents in language subjects the re-Exams will be coun- and concerns expressed by

academcians about standard of education, he said that a study group of board officials and academcians has been formed to look into the matter and suggest any changes or improvements to be made.

hivaji Park's Aaswad Restaurant was recently in the news as its famed 'Misal Pav' was awarded as the 'The World's Tastiest Vegetarian Dish' by the Foodie Hub Global Awards in London earlier this week. The ADC spoke to some nutritionists whether the food was also a healthy dish that Mumbaikars and foodies from all over the world should eat. Dr. Tripti Gupta a Lifestyle Nutrition Consultant said that Misal Pav is also a healthy food that can be con-

healthy,” said Dr. Gupta. Naini Setalvad, a nutritionist in Mumbai also said that Misal Pav is a healthy food. “It is very healthy as it consists of various spices and sprouts in it. Instead of Pav, wheat bread, roti and chappati can also be used to eat the Misal with,” said Setalvad. Dr. Suleman Merchant, Dean of Sion Hospital said that the way Misal Pav is fried can determine whether it is healthy or not. “The way Misal Pav is fried can determine whether it is healthy for consumption or not. He also said that the gravy

The Mumbai Masala Restaurant at Fort, which is known for its vegetarian dishes, has one of the special 'Misav Pav' relished by its patrons. sumed by people. “It is not a junk food as it provides a balance of carbohydrates and protein. It also consists of a combination of many nutrients. There are varieties of Misal Pav one can eat. People should not add extra oil for consumption, so it remains

used can also be unhealthy for consumption. “Sometimes the gravy consists of spices may not be good for digestion. But it is much healthier than Vada Pav and it can be called a poor man's food too,” concluded Dr. Merchant.

Schools with 100pc attendance to be rewarded

Government and private schools in the district that will register cent per cent attendance in the new academic session, starting on June 15, will be rewarded, a senior district administration officer said on Thursday. Zilla Parishad CEO Uday Chaudhari said each year the opening of new academic session in schools is celebrated as 'Pravesh Utsav' and this year too various programmes will be held to mark the occasion. "This year, among all 1,374 zilla parishad-run schools and 120 private schools in Thane that will record 100 per cent attendance on day one (on June 15) will be given certificate of appreciation," he told PTI. On eve of the school reopening, some officials of the education department and local leaders will also pay visit to homes of students. School premises will be decorated and students will be given a warm welcome by teachers. He said directives have already been issued to schools and officials regarding 'pravesh utsav'.

Bhayandar school secures 100pc result in SSC By A Staff Reporter

he students of St. Francis High School, Bhayandar (E), branch of Ryan International Group of Schools have secured 100 percent result in the SSC exams with Anuj Mittal is leading with 94.40 percent followed by Harsh Mehta at 94 percent and four students sharing the 3rd position with 93.80 percent. Around 201 of 382 students have secured above distinction.The Head Mistress, Anita

Misal Pav, tasty and healthy too! New state BJP exec body disappoints By Abhishek Vissapragada

Tuli, acknowledges the hard work of students and gives the credit to the Chairman Dr. AF Pinto and Managing Director Grace Pinto for their vision and guidance to the students. “I am very happy with this

results secured by my students. This is a good motivation for all others students of this school and a hard work of all the teachers who have helped students securing excellent marks,” said Grace Pinto.

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By Prashant Hamine ome of the appointments to the new 50-member Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state executive by state president Raosaheb Danve have raised quite a few eyebrows and left many disappointed. The new Danve team is flooded with 15 MLAs and three MPs including Danve himself. What has raised the eyebrows in the party circles is the inclusion of former Congress MP and estranged brother-in-law of Congress MP Ashok Chavan, as state vice president. The expanded new state body has 14 vice presidents, four general secretaries, 12 secretaries, one treasurer, one organisational secretary and 25 other office bearers. There was late inclusion of Ganesh Hake as party spokesperson. While MLA Ram Kadam, who quit Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and joined the BJP ahead of the assembly elections at the expense of firebrand spokesperson Avdhut Wagh, is in the panel of eight party spokespersons. The key posts of vice presidents, general secretaries and secretaries is squarely dominated by leaders from Marathwada, Vidarbha, Mumbai and western Maharashtra. Sources in the party have questioned the appointments of so many MLAs and MPs, as party office bearers raising doubts of whether they will be able to devote time to party matters while at the same time looking after their respective constituencies. Some of the new faces in

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Ch. Eng. (M&E) Dy. Ch. Eng. (M&E) City i) 7100048659 ii) 7100048661 iii) 7100048663 iv) 7100048666 v) 7100048667 i) The work of repair, replacement & refixing of existing false ceiling, air ducting, dampers, grills/diffusers, thermal, acoustic & underdeck insulation & chilled water pipeline at CVTS OT, recovery ward & radiology department in OPD building at LTMG Hospital, Sion. E. E.Mech./ Ref./T-10 dated 09.06.2015 ii) The work of replacement of damaged false ceiling /boxing,damaged thermal insulation of supply / return air duct, & damaged Acoustic insulation at USG department,Ground floor hospital building at Nair Hospital, Mumbai Central. E. E. Mech./Ref./T-11 dated 09.06.2015. iii) The work of replacement of old worn out Air Handling Units of Library & Auditorium at college building at Nair Hospital, Mumbai Central. E. E. Mech./Ref./T-12 dated 09.06.2015 iv) The work of repairs of supply & exhaust air ventilation system provided at municipal power laundry at Bhoiwada, Parel. E. E. Mech./Ref./T-13 dated 09.06.2015. v) The work of repairs & to carry out comprehensive servicing and maintenance contract for the newly installed 43 nos. of Eureka Forbes Make water coolers at Dr. R. N. Cooper Hospital, Juhu, Vile Parle (West). E.E.Mech./Ref./T-14 dated 09.06.2015. 12-06-2015 at 11.30 a.m. 20-06-2015 at 4.00 p.m. http://portal.www.mcgm.gov.in K.V. Dathan 022-23096433 9930128387 eemechref.me@mcgm.gov.in Sd/-

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CHANGE OF NAME

I Snehaa Vijayanand Potdar have changed my mother’s name from Mohini Vijayanand Potdar to Shraddha Vijayanand Potdar as per Affidavit Dated: 09/06/15 C-13085 I Manojkumar Narayan Poojari have changed my name to Manoj Narayan Poojari as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13086 I Shamji Laljibhai Anghan have changed my name to Shamjibhai Laljibhai Anghan as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15 C-13087

CLASSIFIEDS I Prachi Dattaray Sawant have changed my name to Prachi Dattatray Sawant as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13101 I Leena Ramesh Shahu have changed my name to Leena Ramesh Sahu as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13102 I Ramesh Kishorilal Shahu have changed my name to Ramesh Kishorilal Sahu as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13103 I Rachna Vishal Patil have changed my name to Rachana Vishal Patil as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13104

I Mrs. Vimlaben Nandu have changed my name to Mrs. Vimla Nandu as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13088

I Ashita Pauresh Doshi have changed my name to Asika Pauresh Doshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13105

I Kunjal Rahul Visaria have changed my name to Kunjal Bankim Vira as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13089

I K. V. Mathew have changed my name to Mathew Varghese Kummattil as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13106

I Bhanumati Hasmukhbhai Siddhpura have changed my name to Bhanuben Ramniklal Waghela as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 11/06/15

I Vilas Kumar Manohar Lade have changed my name to Vilas Manohar Lade as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13107

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I Raju Mangilal Solanki have changed my name to Raju Mangilal Jain as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13108

I Ushalata Narayan Nagre have changed my name to Usha Sudhir Rele as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13091 I Mandavi Kumari have changed my name to Mandavi Sanjay Mishra as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13092 We Mr. Sanjay Kumar Mishra & Mrs. Mandavi Sanjay Mishra have changed our minor daughter’s name from Sambhavi to Shambhavi Sanjay Mishra as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13093 We Mr. Sanjay Kumar Mishra & Mrs. Mandavi Sanjay Mishra have changed our minor son’s name from Samay Sanjay Mishra to Darsh Madhav Mishra as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13094 I Nadirbaba Thakur & Gori Nadirbaba Munir have changed my name to Nadirbaba Munir Thakur as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13095 I Gori Munir have changed my name to Munir Thakur as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

I Kalavanty Nanji Gala have changed my name to Kalavati Nanji Gala as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13109 I Indira Ramcharan Jain have changed my name to Indra Ramcharan Jain as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13110 I Masterkiran Anand Tandel have changed my name to Kiran Anand Tandel as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13111 We Bhavesh Prakash Tilokani & Aishwarya Bhavesh Tilokani have changed our minor daughter’s name from Dhriti Bhavesh Tilokani to Myra Bhavesh Tilokani as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13112 I Parvez Akhtar Mohammed Qasim Khan have changed my name to Izran Parvez Mohammed Qasim Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13113

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I Amreen Dalal have changed my name to Insiya Dalal as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13114

I Gori Shenazbanu have changed my name to Shahenajbano Thakur as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13097

I Mariya Dalal have changed my husband’s name from Anis Alias Ilyas Siraj Dalal to Elyas Siraj Dalal as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13115

I Nawin Kumar have changed my name to Naveen Kumar as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13098

I Tanujaben Rajnikant Shah have changed my name to Tanuja Yatin Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit C-13116

I Haresh Kumar Narendra Kumar Jani have changed my name to Haresh Narendra Jani as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

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I Farooq Pathan have changed my name to Farooque Pathan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13119 I Sugra Pathan have changed my name to Mumtaz Pathan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13120 We Farooque Pathan & Mumtaz Pathan have changed our minor son’s name from Mohammad Faizan Pathan to Faizan Pathan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13121 I Mariya Dalal have changed my husband’s name from Annis Alias Ilyas Siraj Dalal to Elyas Siraj Dalal as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13122 I Fakira Kanji Bhatti have changed my name to Mahesh Kanji Bhatti as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13123 I Lalitbhai Mohanbhai Shah & Lalitkumar Shah have changed my name to Lalit Mohanbhai Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13124

I Shahida M. Khan have changed my name to Sahidabanu Babumohamad Ali as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13136 I M. Khan have changed my name to Babumohamad Ali as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13137 I Masumma Halim Mavawala have changed my name to Masuma Hatim Mahuvawala as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13138 I Mariam Halim Mavawala have changed my name to Mariyam Hatim Mahuvawala as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13139 I Halim Mavawala have changed my name to Hatim Mahuvawala as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13140 I Ninad Rasiklal Sangani have changed my name to Yash Rasiklal Sangani as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13141

I Hamida Abdulhabib Kasmani PUBLIC NOTICE have changed my name to Reshma Abdul Razak Halai as PUBLIC NOTICE per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13125 NOTICE is hereby given that I am I Master Alai Abdulrazak Abbuval have changed my name to Abdul Razak Abbuval Halai as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13126 I Faruque Haidar Qureshi have changed my name to Farook Haidar Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13127 I Panah Shaikh have changed my name to Panah Husain Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13128 I Mohd. Farooq Abdul Gani Zara @ Mohammed Farooq Zara have changed my name to Mohamad Faruk Abdul Gani Zara as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13129 I Shahin Mohd. Farooq Zara have changed my name to Shahina Mohamad Faruk Zara as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13130 I Amitkumar Ramanlal Vakhariya have changed my name to Amit Ramanlal Vakharia as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13131 I Yatin Kumar Sureshbhai Darji / Yatinkumar Sureshbhai Chauhan have changed my name to Yatin Sureshbhai Chauhan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13132 I Chetnaben Sureshbhai Darji have changed my name to Chetnaben Sureshbhai Chauhan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13133

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I Yatinkumar Mohanlal Shah have changed my name to Yatin Mohanlal Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13117

I Sureshbhai Devchandbhai Darji have changed my name to Sureshbhai Devchandbhai Chauhan as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13134

I Mayuraben Punam Chand Shah have changed my name to Mayuri Bharat Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13100

I Benny Comil D Almeda have changed my name to Maria Mascarenhas as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13118

I Pervez Ahamed M. Khan have changed my name to Paravej Babumohamad Ali as per Deedpoll Affidavit. C-13135

purchasing a residential flat No 310 on the 3rd floor in the B Wing of Golf Scappe, situated on land bearing plot No 575 and 576, CTS No 1633/B , Sion Trombay Road, Chembur, Mumbai – 400 071 from M/s Kukreja Construction Company, situated at Laalasis , 11th Road, Chembur, Mumbai – 71. All persons claiming an interest in the said property or any part thereof by way of sale, gift, lease, inheritance, exchange, mortgage, charge, lien, trust, possession, easement, attachment or otherwise howsoever are hereby required to make the same known to me on my Mobile No +919022034671 within 7 days from the date of Publication of this notice, failing which the said sale will be completed, without any reference to such claim and the same, if any, shall be considered as waived. Place : Mumbai Date : 12/06/2015

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Shri K.O Verghese a Member of the Hari Ratan Co-operative Housing Society Ltd. having address at Bangur Nagar, Goregaon (w), MUMBAI - 400104 & holding Flat No. D4/2, in the Building of the society died on 19/4/2015 without making any nomination. The Society hereby invites claims or objections from the heir or heirs or other claimants/objector or objectors to the transfer of the said shares and the interest of the deceased member in the the capital / property of the society within a period of 15 days from the publication of this notice. With copies of such documents and other proofs in support of his/her/their claims/ objections for transfer of shares and interest of the deceased member in the capital / property of the society. If no claims/objections are received within the period prescribed above, the Society shall be free to deal with the shares and the interest of the deceased member in the capital / property of the society in such manner as is provided under the bye-laws of the Society. The claims/objections, if any, received by the Society for transfer of shares and interest of the deceased member in the capital / Property of the society shall be dealt with in the manner provided under the bye-laws of the Society. A copy of the registered bye-laws of the Society is available for inspection by the claimants/ objection, in the office of the Society / with the Secretary of the society between 11.00 AM to 11.30 AM from the date of publication of the notice till date of expiry of its period. For and on behalf of The Hari Ratan Co-op Housing Society Ltd Sd/Hon.Secretary

Place : Mumbai Date : 12/06/2015

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that my clients MR. AMIT M. SHAH & MRS. KETKI A. SHAH, Owners of the property more particularly described in the Schedule hereunder written, have lost/misplaced the Original Agreement made between MESSRS. M. R. SHAH & OTHERS and MRS. TARABEN DHIRAJLAL SHAH in respect of the Scheduled Property. Any persons having any claim, right, titie, interest, benefit, etc. in respect of the above said Original Agreement and/or Scheduled Property or any part thereof as and by way of ownership or mortgage or charge or lien or tenancy or otherwise howsoever in respect of the above are hereby required to give intimation thereof along with documentary evidence in support thereof within 14 (fourteen) days from the date of publication hereof to MR. R. J. CHOTHANI, Advocate, Shop No. 24/ 25, Ground Floor, Swapna Siddhi, Akurli Road, Kandivali (East), Mumbai 400 101. In default all such claims shall be deemed to have been waived and my clients will proceed on the basis of the title of the Scheduled Property as marketable and free from all encumbrances. SCHEDULE OF THE PROPERTY Flat No.A-32 on 3rd Floor in the building known as Siddhi Apartment Co-operative Housing Society Ltd. situated at Ashok Chakravarti Road, Ashok Nagar, Kandivali (East), Mumbai 400 101, constructed on all that piece or parcel of land bearing C.T.S. No. 111A of Village: Wadhwan, Taluka: Borivali, M.S.D. Sd/(R.J. CHOTHANI) Advocate Place: Mumbai Date: 02.06.2015

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Loss of 5 Shares of Rs.50/each bearng Distintive no.s 176 to 180 share certificate no. 29 dated on 31st May 1994 issued by Maharashtra Rajya Motor Malak Sangh ‘Shram Safalya premises co-op Society Ltd. Shri Mahesh Madhavrao Zinjad is a member of the society.The said Shri Mahesh Madhavrao Zinjad has informed the Society that the shares are misplaced or lost and has applied to the society for issue of duplicate share certificate. All persons having any claim, right, title or interest with regard to the aforesaid shares are hereby required to make the same known in writing to the said society at their office at the address mentioned below within 10 days from the date of publication hereof. otherwise the

society shall proceed with issuing duplicate share certificate to Shri Mahesh Madhavrao Zinjad.

Date:11 JUNE 2015 Add:Maharashtra Rajya Motor Malak Sangh ‘Shram Safalya’ Premises co.op Society Ltd.,Office No.9, 10,Plot No.E-1,Wadala Truck Terminal. Mumbai-400037

Cell tower goes up in flames, fire engulfs garment shop in Mira Rd

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Police still clueless in Bandra hit-and-run case

By Suresh Golani

One week has passed but Bandra police still lacks any lead to nab the biker who vanished leaving senior citizen woman injured and bleeding on road

he fire brigade personnel had a busy day on Thursday as two major incidents of fire were reported from Mira Road. Fortunately no casualties were reported. The first incident was reported at about 12:15 pm from a multi-brand readymade cloth showroom in the Shanti Nagar area of Mira Road. The entire stock was reduced to ashes before the fire brigade personnel could reach and douse the fire. In the second incident, the generator set of a mobile tower erected on the terrace of NG Vikas -a seven storey building in the Beverly Park area of Mira Road caught fire at about 3:45 pm on Thursday. It took nearly an hour for the fire brigade personnel, three fire tenders and an equal number of water

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Ramchandra Dhawale said, “The FIR was lodged on June 6 but we have not found any

statement of the traffic constable present during the incident. “We will also be t's been almost a week looking into the CCTV since hit-and-run incident footage to identify the acat Bandra but the police has cused,” said Dhawale. not been able to catch the acADC had reported about cused. A 59-year-old woman the incident on June 5 after Hilda Machado was hit and speaking to the victim's famrun over by a biker near Ban- details of the biker yet. We ily and eye witnesses present dra station on June 3. have not been able to get any during the incident. When inquired about the information regarding the According to police official current status of investiga- bike's number too.” the victim is recuperating in tion related to the case, SPI The police have taken the Leelavati Hospital at Bandra.

I tankers to control the raging fire which sparked tense moment in the entire region. The generator set, electronic circuits and other accompanying apparatus connected to cell phone towers was completely destroyed in the fire. Power supply was disconnected and residents of the building were immediately evacuated by fire and police personnel. A private company had acquired the premises on rent for erecting

mobile towers of a reputed cellular phone service. “As per records civic permission had been granted to erect the tower, however, it is not clear if the licenses had been extended after 2012,” said an officer. Although the exact reason which triggered the massive fires is yet to be ascertained, police personnel did not rule out the possibility of an elec- By Abhitash D Singh tric short circuit in both the n the pretext of supplying incidents. a specific chemical meant for export purpose the two persons duped Vashibased businessman of Rs 2.50 lakh. A case of cheating has been registered against two unknown persons in Vashi police station. No arrest has been made so far. According to the police officials the businessman Nitin Borna Desma (25) runs an import-export business in Vashi’s Sector 17. He met two unknown person in January and had a business discussion with them, during which the duo lured Desma by suggesting him to start exporting

Bizman duped of Rs.2.50L, no arrest yet

ADC impact: MBMC’s defunct phone line restored By Suresh Golani

lmost immediately after the Afternoon Despatch & Courier carried a news report (ADC, June 10 - In case of emergency, don’t dial MBMC!) highlighting Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation's (MBMC) apathy towards disaster management initiatives, the civic authorities swung into action and restored its defunct landline telephone connection at its Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) on Thursday. MBMC's much hyped 24x7 EOC not only lacked a telephone connection but also painted a sordid picture of utter neglect reflecting the apathy of the civic administration. While the life saving equipment has now been rearranged (it was earlier scattered like a heap junk), two civic personnel were found stationed at the centre to attend emergency calls at the main administrative building of the MBMC. “Work has commenced to set up a full-fledged computerised unit, equipped with

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advanced software, high-tech communication and relaying systems at Mira Road. Till it gets completed, we will ensure effective operations at this center. The helpline number-022-28171195 will soon be publicised,” said an official. The guidelines laid down by the National Disaster Management Authority mandate all local self governing bodies to develop a high-tech disaster management system in their respective jurisdictions to tackle emergency situations like terror strikes, floods and fires in a coordinated manner.

MADHAV KUTIR CO-OP HOUSING SOC LTD. Ghatkopar (E), Mumbai 77

DEEMED CONVEYANCE PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on- 29/06/2015 at 3.30 p.m. M/s J H Enterprises, M/s Saundaryavati V Bagrodi, Veena Dhirajlal Somaiya, M/s Shri Gopal Lal Trust- 1.Harimohan K Goswami, Rajendrakumar K Goswami, Brijendrakumar K Goswami, Surendrakumar K Goswami- through Meena C Somaiya and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Rajawadi, Ghatkopar (E) Mum 77. Plot No. 3 Hissa N0. 3

Survey No. 92

Place : Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201 C.B.D. Belapur, Navi Mumbai Date: 10/06/2015

C.T.S. No. 488

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Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on- 29/06/2015 at 3.30 p.m. M/s Kurlawala & Kiran Builders Enterprises, M/s Sai Corpporation (prop. Bharat Desai) and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Eagle Wadi, New Mill Road, Tanaji Chauk, Kurla (W), Mum 70. Hissa No. —

Survey No. 320

Place : Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201 C.B.D. Belapur, Navi Mumbai Date: 10/06/2015

ADARSH SAMHITA PREMISES CO-OP SOC LTD. Andheri Kurla Road, Mumbai 72

DEEMED CONVEYANCE PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the above Society has applied to this office for declaration of Deemed Conveyance of the following properties. The next hearing is kept on- 29/06/2015 at 3.30 p.m. M/s Samhita Industrial Enterprises, M/s Embee Construction Compony Pvt Ltd and those who have interest in the said property may submit their say at the time of hearing at the venue mentioned below. Failure to submit any say it shall be presumed that nobody has any objection and further action will be taken. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: Samhita Complex, Andheri Kurla Road, Mum 72. Plot No. 17 A & B Hissa N0. 7

C.T.S. No. 77, 77/1 to 39

Survey No. 7

Place : Kokan Bhavan, Room No. 201 C.B.D. Belapur, Navi Mumbai Date: 10/06/2015

(S.M.Patil) Competent Authority & District Dy. Registrar, Co-op. Societies (2) East Suburban, Navi Mumbai

Kurla (W), Mumbai 70

The Commissioner of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai invites e-Tenders for various works from the government registered contractors, who are also registered as ‘MCGM Vendor’; Bidder should also give Rs. 1 lack performance guarantee for the details of 20 number of Tenders of estimated amount Rs. 9120643.58 respective tender documents and process of e-Tendering, please visit www.mcgm.gov.in. Sd/Public Relations Officer PRO/318/ADV/2015-16

but their phones are switched off. Their bank details are also fake. So he came and registered a complaint against both of them. We have registered a complaint under Sections 420 and 34 of Indian Penal Code. The accused in total have taken Rs. 2.50 lakh cash from the victim but never delivered the chemical.” The hunt to nab both the cheaters is underway, according to the victim.

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Total Area Sq. Mtr. 3709.1

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Total Area Sq. Mtr. 555.7

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a chemical to earn handsome money. Investigating Officer from Vashi Police Station S Godse said, “The two culprits are Rajesh Sinha and Rakesh Sinha and they received money from the victim Desma over a period of time but in return they have never supplied him the chemical which they discussed despite several calls from the victim.” He further added, “ Desma recently tried to call the duo

Total Area Sq. Mtr. 3347.00

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(HYDRAULIC ENGINEER’S DEPARTMENT) No. DyHE/PPC/2096/ Panjrapur of 09-06-2015

e-TENDER NOTICE

The Commissioner of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai invites online tenders for the following works on “Item rate Basis” from the eligible bidders. The Bid Start Date & time and Bid End Date & time is specified in the detailed tender notice on M.C.G.M.’S website under Tender Section. Sr. Bid No. No.

Name of the work

Procurement of spares for chlorinators and common accessories at Chlorine Plant Panjrapur

PANJRAPUR 7100048608 Panjrapur

The intending tenderers shall visit the Municipal website at http://portal.mcgm.gov.in/ for further details of the tender. Sd/Dy. Hydraulic Engineer (i/c) Pise Panjrapur Complex PRO/315/ADV/2015-16 Don’t throw garbage on the public street. Put it in the bins provided.

Manipur attack, diplomacy and stability in the Northeast

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Ponder awhile… “To say nothing, especially when speaking, is half the art of diplomacy.” — Will Durant

SAI — a place to commit suicide?

HE Sports Authority of India (SAI) appears to be always in the news — for the wrong reasons. One should have been able to be proud that such an institution exists — presumably for the promotion of sports. The SAI could have provided to sportsmen belonging to all regions of the country good lodging and boarding facilities. One also would expect there are adequate facilities for sportsmen to have practice sessions. One would have liked to think that the government is keen about providing assistance to young girls and boys. Existing actualities at the SAI however are quite different: It looks like the place is being utilised for committing suicide. A few days ago four girls who were lodged in the hostel, took poison to end their lives. Three of them have survived. They were tortured and humiliated and unable to bear the pain by the older inmates, they attempted suicide. And now a couple of days ago, another person tried to commit suicide. The conclusion is unavoidable that there is something very wrong with the way the institution is run. As news gets around that sordid things are happening at SAI, girls and boys will stop going there. What is quite surprising is the silence maintained by the authorities. Even incidents have taken place, there is no attempt to run a clean and safe institution.

S an aftermath of the extremist attack in Manipur on an army convoy, ensuring stability in India’s entire Northeast has become an exigent task for the government of India. It is a grim attestation of the resoluteness of the militant groups to undertake acts of sabotage against the institutions of the state to try to create a conflict-like situation and thereby attempt to harrow the law and order enforcement organizations of the nation. An obvious inference from this outrageous act is to facilitate sound and efficient administrative measures in the region, accurately identify the culpable, and implement a measure of stability, security, and gainful employment for the people of that area. But, it is equally important to re-assess tenets of security infrastructure of the region to be able to successfully intercept any further occurrences of incendiary circumstances.

A.R. KANANGI Associate Editor (Responsible for selection of News under the PRB Act) KAMAL MORARKA Chairman of the Board of Directors Afternoon Despatch & Courier office is located at: Janmabhoomi Bhavan, 3rd Floor, Janmabhoomi Marg, Fort, Mumbai-400 001. Phone: 40768999. Fax: 40768916. E-mail: afternoonnews@gmail.com Printed by Shashikant Jadhav for Courier Publications Pvt. Ltd., at Journal Press, Free Press House, Free Press Journal Marg, 215, Nariman Point, Mumbai-400 021 and published by him from Janmabhoomi Bhavan, 3rd Floor, Janmabhoomi Marg, Fort, Mumbai-400 001. Registered Office at: 98 Mittal Chambers, Nariman Point, Mumbai-400 021. Vol. XXXI No. 69

several states of the region and with ample help from the central government, the flames of the Northeast had been substantially doused. A watershed event was fulfilled in 2001: a satisfactory accord of ceasefire was signed between the government of India and several insurgent groups. However, the rumblings of impending attempts of social instability in 2012 have perhaps reached its first logical conclusion: directly or indirectly. An armed attack inflicted on the Indian army implies a desire to challenge the writ of the Indian state. Additionally, the ceasefire accord, arrived at fourteen years earlier, had been cancelled by the NSCN (Khaplang), in April of this year. It was probably another harbinger to the Manipur

Gallant Indian Army The gallant Indian army has lost an estimated eighteen brave soldiers from the militant attack in Manipur’s Chandel district. A trilateral alliance, constituted of the NSCN (Khaplang) — the principal constituent, Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), and the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), have jointly claimed responsibility for the attack. Chandel is one of the border districts of Manipur, lying adjacent to the Myanmar border. It fuels suspicions that the ambush was planned across the border, in remote areas, where the writ of the neighbouring Myanmar government might not run, as autonomy has been recently granted to some ethnic groups — alleged to be loyal to some of the aforementioned anti-Indian insurgent groups – inhabiting Myanmar’s Sagaing region, which shares a border with the Indian states of Manipur and Nagaland. The onslaught comes at a time, when the country is earnestly trying to raise the level of its stability, prosperity, and security. Has there been any shortcoming in some quarter? In the summer of 2012, the extremist Communist Part of India (Maoist) became visible again in Assam and Manipur. The dialectic surrounding its possible implications was mostly focused to Assam, while Manipur occupied a more secondary position in the discourse. Through the several preceded decades, intermittent insurgencies had run amuck in the Northeast; the region had been in the news primarily through despondent news headlines and reportage. Gradually with several agreements and accords, relatively efficient administrative measures in

HANK those who do not respect you. They have given you freedom. When people respect you, they often take away your freedom. They expect you to smile at them, recognize them, and behave in a certain way with them. If they do not respect you, you are not obliged to answer their questions and you can drop all formalities. You can naturally smile or frown – you can be complete. When people love and respect you, you are obliged to return their courtesies because you do not want to hurt them. But when they do not respect or love you, they will not be hurt by your expressions. They set you free. When you gain respect, you often do it at the cost of your freedom. Wisdom is to put freedom first and not bother with respect. True freedom is not an “I don’t care” atti-

The government of India, has, for sure, undertaken frenetic neighbourhood diplomacy. With Bhutan, Nepal, and China, diplomatic overtures have been accomplished with the Indian Prime Minister personally visiting the countries to signal India’s interest in increasing the extent of ties and exchanges with the three countries. Although in each country, there was a particular agenda of its own, the similarities of all the concluded visits were marked by India’s willingness to cooperate with them, to further mutual interests and to seek to sift more areas for potential collaboration. With Myanmar, the proverbial ice has been broken and India now actively parleys with the country’s ruling cabal and as well as with the esteemed and popular democratic leader, Aung San Suu Kyi. It would not be naive to infer that the governments of the concerned countries would be generally receptive to India’s woes as regards forces of instability in the Northeast, although the degree of cooperation extended might vary.

PM’s Bangladesh visit BY AND LARGE Ranajoy Sen attack. The government now has a challenge on its hands. It calls for a careful, calibrated, coordinated approach, involving coordination among the various ministries of the central government, concerned state governments, and skilful diplomacy with India’s eastern neighbours. Apart from ensuring the hassle-free functioning of the internal security apparatus and increasing the efficacy of the armed and paramilitary forces, fruitful eastern neighbourhood diplomacy is exigent. The government needs to work in compatibility with the governments of Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and even China, if necessary, to administer an appropriate rejoinder to this challenge, which seems to have risen, Phoenix-like, from its ashes. Needless differences of opinion would only further exacerbate the issue; the insurgents would find a safe haven in India’s adjoining political jurisdictions and in the remote areas of India’s Northeast, to regroup and strike back, thereby letting known their disapproval of the Government of India’s administrative reach, and furthering their own conspicuous agenda.

‘Love blossoms only in freedom’

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tude; it is not stiff. It is an inner lightness with a genuine smile. When someone is stiff and arrogant, they are not free. Love blossoms

MATTER & SPIRIT only in freedom. When there is love, respect simply follows you. — European Ashram, Bad Antogast, Germany. July 30, 1997

OFTEN when you praise, you praise in comparison to someone else. In order to praise one person, we put down someone else and when we want to point out someone’s mistake, we praise another. Some praise too little, and some are too shy

Prime Minister Modi’s Bangladesh visit has been significantly successful. The agreement surrounding land conclave exchanges have cured a long festering sore, plaguing Indo-Bangladesh relations. While India has promised a credit of $2billion, expressed willingness to try to share more of Teesta river waters, and build thermal powers stations, Bangladesh has agreed to set aside 600 acres for an India-guided ‘Special Economic Zone’ (SEZ), obliterate any anti-Indian activities on its soil, and facilitate more inter-country trade. Creditably, Sheikh Hasina’s government has prevented any insurgent groups to operate from Bangladesh, which has a history of initiating disturbances in India’s Northeast. The Manipur attack provides a tangible reason for India to undertake effective security collaboration with Bangladesh for continuing peace in India’s North-eastern region. As the government proceeds to chalk out an appropriate strategy to curb disturbances in the Northeast, it would do well to undertake two parallel tasks: successful implementation of its anti-insurgency programme, and increase the level of engagement with its eastern neighbours to thwart the destabilising agenda of the troublemakers. It would make India’s eastern and north-eastern regions relatively free of social instability and turmoil, as well as contribute significantly to the country’s overall security. to praise. Some are not accustomed to praising and just forget to do so. Some praise with motives, and some praise just to elevate. Others praise themselves in order to hide their low self-esteem. But real praise dawns in a blossomed state of consciousness. The praise that comes out of an elevated state of consciousness simply arises from the nature of consciousness and is quite different. Normally praise comes out of craving and pride. Praise that comes from a heightened consciousness always comes out of fulfilment. Praising can elevate the consciousness and bring enthusiasm and energy. But at the same time it can bring arrogance. Praising is a skill. When someone praises you, do you take it without shying away? Accepting praise without shyness is also a skill. — En route to the Bangalore Railway Station. February 24, 2000 SRI SRI RAVI SHANKAR

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India’s counter-insurgency operation THE hard world of modern politics has little room for bleeding hearts. The government of Narendra Modi thus took the right decision in undertaking an operation to destroy camps of insurgents in Myanmar along its border with Nagaland and Manipur. This was in retaliation after the ambush on June 4 in which 18 soldiers of Indian army were killed by militants of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang. In practical terms this means that the Indian government did not allow the formal international borders with Myanmar to restrict its theatre of operations. This marks a departure in the aims of the government of India to pursue and suppress insurgents. All too often enemies of the Indian State have sought shelter across borders after 'action' on Indian soil. Indian counter-insurgency forces have now shown that they are willing and capable of pursuing enemies of India beyond Indian soil. This could not have hap-

is no or inadequate assets to recover. How did this kind of situation APROPOS '2 killed, 4 injured as arise? Either the tax defaulters are woman lawyer-driven Audi rams so clever that they have managed taxi' (ADC, Jun 10, it is indeed read their funds in such a way that no aswith huge intrigue and serious con- sets exist in their names from such cern how could be an educated per- taxable income as claimed by the I son and working in such a high T department or the demand of the position in a reputed corporate I-T department is wrong. — Mahesh Kumar, New Delhi concern could be so irresponsible. It is always cautioned that drinking and driving do never jell. This pathetic and gruelling accident killing two hapless people and injuring se- ECONOMIC compulsion forces riously another four could have many poor parents to send their been certainly avoided if she had children to work at traffic signals to not driven in an inebriated condi- supplement the family's meagre intion. In fact I sincerely wonder such come. When traffic signal turns red, a person in a high position could one finds poor children knocking have afforded a driver and she car windows to sell children's books could have avoided this turmoil that about birds, flowers and fruits, but would unfold now. This accident little do they realise that they themwould not only impair her reputa- selves, engaged in child labour are tion in the corporate world but will like a caged bird. Without education also ruin her career miserably. these flower like children OF Being a regular user of this road I will wilt before bloom- LETTER THE DAY have often observed that a section ing. But who will rescue of the motorists demonstrates a them and sow the seeds of educatendency to over speed and thereby tion in them, which will bear fruit in causing concern to others. My feel- their later years? If those smart chiling is that the authorities need to dren can target a prospect and sell strengthen policing to prevent such in those 30 vital seconds (When Signal turns Red), they are intelligent fatal irregularity in future. — Bikram Banerjea, Mumbai enough to be imparted education and integrated into societal mainstream. But when will signal turn green in their lives? THE IT department always treats — T.S. Karthik, Chennai taxpayers like they are tax evaders. Take the minimum alternate tax (MAT) which has become the biggest fear for foreign investors in INDEED, in the face of endemic India. Foreign portfolio investors rapes I have to observe that unless (FPI) are afraid of India’s taxation exploitation/exploration/gropdepartment because of how they ing/molestation like -- reference: distrust taxpayers without rhyme or Max Tyres with Priyanka Chopra; reason. As many as 68 FPIs have Imran Khan exploring soft skin been asked to pay MAT, which is 20 (Bombay Velvet) of Deepika per cent tax on long-term capital Padukone at the lift lobby repeatgains. Naturally foreign investors edly; Ranbir Kapur shown neat feel the Indian government is not picking from the thigh region of trustworthy. Now even SEBI says Evelyn Sharma (ADC/24-4-2015) the fear of taxes has rattled offshore like a chimpanzee does in the Ininvestors; and the fear must be dis- donesian jungle; also Ranbir Kapur feeling Bombay Velvet on Anushka pelled at the earliest. According to press reports, the I-T Sharma and last but not the least department says 81 per cent of tax actor Emran Hashmi lifting 'indemand arrears are difficult to re- jured' Deepika Padukone in the cover. The reason for non-recovery Artho ad and/or 'Mr .X' -- well these

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tude is now determining India's policies towards those in the region who provide shelter and incitement to insurgents within and without India. — Bhagwan Thadani, Pune

— C.K. Subramaniam, Sanpada

Indian forces have now shown that they are willing and capable of pursuing enemies of India pened, of course, without a clear green signal to the army from the elected government. This act of retaliation by the government of India is a signal to other neighbours of India that a different atti-

IT is pay back time for Army as they avenge Manipur hit militants and pay them in their own coin. This is an unique operation as the army undertakes cross-border strike in Myanmar, killing 20 odd NE insurgents, who were behind Manipur attack and settled the scores. Audacious attack on Army by Militants in Manipur saw 17 army men killed in an ambush. We should be able to fight enemy with fire power and that may caution them from avoiding further attacks on our army personnel. It is a lessons for militants not to cause in roads into our territory and causing damages and killing our Army men. It is now or never situation and the home ministry should tighten its screws to make sure such loses are avoided to give confidence to the people staying in such remote places and make Army life more meaningful in the days to come.

particularly on its subtle compulsion as also because one of its asanas, theSurya namaskara, is ostensibly religious. By name it certainly appears so. But look at its movements. Now compare it with the rak’a, the cycle of 13 separate movements in the Muslim prayer. They are virtually the same, with differences only in extent but not in content. Go to Christianity. Prayers begin with genuflecting – touching forehead, abdomen and both shoulders. Now in the Sandhyavandanam, after theAaachamanam, where three sips of water are taken — P. Chakravorty, Fort the Angavandanam follows. In this, 12 parts of the body are touched by each of the five fingers – the two cheeks, the two eyes, the two outer THE International Yoga day has nostrils, the two ears, the two shoulcome for opposition and criticism, ders, and the last two parts, the are at once titillating and exciting and inciting and thus most vulgar and as such affect civilised eyes in all fairness, such contents must have to be abolished from today's voyeuristic world so as to save our innocent girls from being molested/raped and then killed -- no exception, no compromise, please! Indeed, such a situation was not there before, at all! Why this sudden resurge in sexual criminality? Let's save and protect our unfortunate Shanbaugs like Aruna Shanbaug! And finally let's also do away with the IPL cheer leaders?

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navel and head by all the fingers. When you become an “expert’ or when your father/grandgather or the purohit is not watching, the Angavandanam is done in express speed. At its fastest it appears exactly like the genuflection by Christians. Only the order differs. — T.R. Ramaswami, Kandivali

We should know our legends INDIANS did not know much about Kailash Satyarthi till he got Nobel Prize. Similarly, the name of ace mountaineer Malli Mastan Babu is not familiar with Indians till he missed in Andes mountains and died. But, they are much familiar in different countries around the world before Indians could know the greatness of their country men. The duo have good fan base too in those countries, but not in India. The situation necessitates that Indians have to change their attitudes and interests. They should try to know much about the country and its legends. Much allocation of time for cricket, films and other non productive activities by Indians are destroying the country. Several countries around the world, which were lesser developed than India some decades ago, now developed far better than India with the participation of each and every person of their respective countries. Hope, all the Indians will emulate them and place India at the top in every field keeping in mind that the country has abundant resources of all kinds to be at the top of the world. —Bitra Eswara Kumar, Cherukupalli

Lawkeeper, lawmaker or lawbreaker? AAP continues to hog limelight as Delhi Law Minister Jitendra Singh Tomar submitted his resignation from the ministry after being arrested earlier. A bitter battle between the Central and AAP Government worsened as police arrested Tomar amid high drama and secured a four day police custody over his alleged fake degree. Even though AAP denounced the arrest as vendetta, the battle lines are clearly drawn. AAP wanted to teach a lesson to Centre in the beginning and now Centre is teaching the party a lesson for all the misdoings in the past. Aftermath of his arrest, the minister submitted his resignation to the Chief Minister. The minister allegedly forged his science graduation, law mark sheets and a migration certificate to his advantage. In UP and Bihar it is very common that students get fake degrees as there are agencies that help out the cause. As the Minister passed out from Faizabad, they fake story may appear true and an investigation will bring the truth and the

AAP has denounced Delhi's law minister's arrest citing political vendetta person concerned to the books of the law. — Chitra Krishnan, Nerul

DELHI Law Minister Jitendra Sing Tomar arrested by the Delhi police for possessing fake degrees. A drunk woman advocate Janhvi Gadkar kills two driving her Audi on the wrong side of the road in

abbreviated state. People expected to guard the law of the land are themselves committing serious crimes which is a matter of grave concern. Possessing fake degree is a grave crime and a heinous one if committed by an Law Minister. Not only should Tomar be put behind bars but the courts should not allow such politicians to stand for elections for the rest of their life. Drunken driving is on the rise in our country which kills thousands of innocent lives every year. Make this an unbailable offence with unprecedented punishment so that people think twice before sitting behind the wheels after consuming alcohol. Crimes committed by people who are expected to guard the law of our land should be tried in special courts and not only should the punishment to them be harsh and unprecedented, their business license too should be scrapped so that it acts as an stern lesson for other people of their tribe. — S.N. Kabra, Goregaon

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Genuine bronchitis and asthma patients have decided to take up the matter with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

A survey of over 300 chemists and pharmacies conducted by the AIBAPA in Mumbai, revealed that due to the strict policing of the FDA, with regard CM Devendra to the stocking and Fadnavis By Raju Vernekar sale of codeine phosphate formulations, almost 100 he All-India Bronchitis & per cent of chemists in Mumbai have Asthma Patients Association stopped selling these formulations. (AIBAPA) has criticised the MaAccording to Flynn Remedios, a harashtra Food & Drug Administra- chronic asthma patient and co-contion (FDA) for its extreme crackdown vener of the AIBAPA, “About 8 years on drugs, cough suppressants and ago, there were no restrictions on syrups containing codeine phos- the manufacture and sale of medphate, making the formulations un- ications containing codeine phosavailable to even genuine patients. phate and anybody could buy

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cough syrups like Phensedyl, Corex, Rexcoff, Recodex, etc., containing the addictive substance codeine phosphate, over the counter without prescription. But now due to a pressure from the FDA, pharma major Cipla stopped producing Tranax, an antianxiety tablet and Rexcof, a codeine phosphate containing cough syrup, while Lupin stopped making R-coff, making these drugs unavailable even to genuine patients. Cipla, Pfizer, Mankind Pharma are some of the firms engaged in manufacture of cough syrups. Of late many of them have introduced Dextromethorphan as a replacement to codeine in their cough syrups. However, Dextromethorphan-based formulations

like Corex DX (which contains dextromethorphan instead of codeine phosphate) are not as effective as codeine-based formulations, Remedios claimed. It is said that the drugs containing codeine phosphate, give a person a high similar to alcohol or drugs. One bottle of “Rexcof” can give a kick that will be similar to half a bottle of whiskey.” However, Remedios argues that “there is no cap on buying alcohol. A person can even buy 10 bottles of whiskey anywhere in India. Then why are prescription drugs not available to genuine patients who need them the most?” Speaking to ADC Mohan Kekatpure, Assistant Commissioner, FDA said that “the Government has not banned the formulations made

No dogs to sniff out narcotic stuff; Sniffer cops do it themselves Funds have been sanctioned for bringing sniffer dogs but none has been bought so far

They are looking for a German Shepherd. When once they get, they will send it to the training centre. They will be under training for nine months. The dogs are able to sniff out marijuna, cocaine, heroin, 'meow-meow' and other drugs. A professional dog trainer, S. ChaBy Asif Rizvi van, said: “The German Shepherd is the best for detecting narcotics. he Maharashtra Government Labradors are good at locating exsanctioned over seven years ago plosives and Dobermans are excelfunds for bringing dogs for detecting lent for crime detection.” narcotic substances. The Mumbai At present the Mumbai Police has Police have not bought a single dog. 19 dogs including 12 sniffer dogs They themselves do all the work. (Labradors) and 7 crime detection They have become 'sniffer cops'. clue dogs (Dobermans).

SNIFFER DOG A German Shepherd in this file picture

Thane cluster DP to be discussed with CM

he district 'cluster development' programme will be soon discussed with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Thane guardian minister Eknath Khadse said. The meeting, to be held on June 16, has been convened to expedite plans under 'cluster development' programme, an official release from the guardian minister's office said on Thursday. Under cluster development, infrastructure projects like demolition of dilapidated buildings and construction of new ones, roads etc, will be undertaken. Review of the current projects, problems faced like delay in implementation, steps to solve them etc, will be discussed.

Continued from pg 1 « privy to the discussion said. The top security establishment took stock of the security situation in the entire northeastern region and the fall-out of the Army strike. The government expressed 'satisfaction' and may order similar strike in future if situation demands as the Tuesday morning Army operation was "successful", the sources told PTI. However, the government may exercise precaution taking into consideration the sensitivities involved with regard to Myanmar, where general election is due soon.

HC questions govt decision to waive road-toll waiver for LMVs T

he Bombay High Court on Thursday questioned Maharashtra government's decision to waive road-toll for light motor vehicles (LMVs) and asked it to reconsider it. "If you do not want to reconsider the decision, then we will do it for you," said Chief Justice Mohit Shah. The division bench of Justice Shah and Justice Anil Menon questioned the decision to waive toll for LMVs at the Sion-Panvel toll plaza here and asked the government to explain how it would serve public interest as the financial burden will merely shift from road-using public to the government. The state government had, on January 3, 2015, issued a notification authorizing Sion-Panvel Toll-

ways Pvt Ltd, which operates toll plazas, to charge Rs 30 per LMV. On May 26, the government notified that auto rickshaws, cars, jeeps, taxis and three-wheeler delivery vans were exempted from paying toll at Sion-Panvel toll plaza. Sion Panvel Tollways challenged the May notification before the HC. The judges yesterday asked the government pleader Abhinandan Vagyani how this exemption to LMVs would benefit the state. "How is this decision in public interest? In future, how will you (government) undertake development work? It requires money. On what basis did you reach the decision to exempt the small vehicles?" asked the Chief Justice. The January notification had ex-

Enemy getting set for a vengeful strike Sources said Doval, who will visit Myanmar soon, will brief the Myanmarese leadership about the circumstances leading to India taking the bold step of ordering surgical strike against militants operating from that country's soil. There have been reports that India informed Myanmar about the Army's strike only after completion of the operation and that upset the Myanmar leadership. However, government has been maintaining that Myanmar has been informed about the Army strike "along the border" well in advance.

The meeting also took note of the NSCN-K's attempt to target security forces since June 4 when militants killed 18 Army men in Chandel district of Manipur. At least five such incidents of attempts to target security forces have taken place since June 4, the sources said. The top security brass emphasised the need for both defensive and offensive steps to be taken in the wake of intelligence inputs that militants were desperate to carry out some spectacular attacks in the northeast.

empted residents of nearby villages of Kharghar, Kopra, Kalamboli, Kamothe and Panvel from paying the toll. The court said this exemption was understandable because the locals had to pay toll unnecessarily (even for a short journey outside). "But there is no justification in exempting all small vehicles," said the Chief Justice. The judges noted that the company operating the toll plaza would have to be compensated. "You have to compensate the company as well. If you exempt all the small vehicles, then you will have to bear all the expenses. Why should you bear all that?" the Chief Justice said. The bench asked the government to clarify its stand by filing an affidavit within a week.

of codeine phosphate, a Schedule II narcotic drug. But its use has been restricted due to misuse. We are vigilant. Any one carrying genuine prescription can get one or two bottles of cough syrups for medicinal use”. Whereas Dilip Mehta, President, Pharmaceutical Wholesalers’ Association told ADC that “it's a fact that due to the restrictions, chemists have stopped stocking the drugs made by codeine phosphate since it becomes difficult to prove how they will be used. As such they are sold strictly as per the prescription.” In the meanwhile, the AIBAPA has decided to take up the matter with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and also challenge the restrictions on drugs containing codeine phosphate in the court.

FIR filed against Bhujbal in Maharashtra Sadan scam

he Anti-Corruption Bureau on Thursday filed an FIR against former minister and NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal in connection with Maharashtra Sadan scam, three days after registering a case against him in allotment of land in Kalina here. Bhujbal was Public Works Department minister in the previous Congress-NCP government in Maharashtra. The FIR names him, his son Pankaj, nephew Samir and 14 others. The case relates to awarding of contract for construction of new building of Maharashtra Sadan, the state government's guest house in New Delhi. The other accused named in the FIR are Arun Deodhar, Devdutt Marathe, Bipin Sankhe, Krishna Chamankar, Pranita Chamankar, Tanvir Sheikh, Sanjay Joshi, Manik Shaha, Deepak Deshpande, Anil Kumar Gaikwad, Pravina Chamankar, Prasanna Chamankar, Iram Tanvir Sheikh and Geeta Joshi. Following a complaint lodged by Aam Aadmi Party leader Anjali Damania, state ACB had initiated a probe against the Bhujbal and his family. Damania had alleged that there had been rampant corruption and large-scale irregularities in the construction of the new Maharashtra Sadan. The Public Works Department, under Bhujbal, awarded subcontracts to firms in blatant violation of rules.

Pak violates ceasefire, India retaliates

AMMU: Pakistani troops on Thursday violated border ceasefire as they resorted to 'unprovoked' firing from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu region, which was retaliated to by the Indian forces, the defence ministry said. "Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked firing across the LoC in Sawjian sector of Poonch district since 9:15 AM," Jammu-based defence spokesman Lt Col Manish Mehta told PTI. The firing lasted for 5-10 minutes, he said, adding casualty or damage was reported on the Indian side. He said the Pakistani Army has been intermittently firing with small automatic weapons since the morning, prompting the Indian Army to retaliate. "Our troops have also responded with equal force using equal caliber weapons," he said.

pg 16-17 New menus, exhibitions, sales and much more in our weekend planner

pg 20 Take a trip to the river island of Majuli in our travel account

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Do you spend more time deciding where to go than what to order when you head out to meet and greet friends and family? Dev Goswami & Anindra Siqueria help you decide, with a guide to the best places to grab a drink across the city, depending on what you’re looking for!

hether you’re toasting to good health, celebrating a new milestone, enjoying a night out with friends or sealing a business deal, you’re going to want to be in the perfect setting. While you will want to spend a night out with friends in a lively space, you wouldn’t take a business client there, no matter how many fond memories you have of it. If you want to choose a spot according to the drinks on the menu and the occasions that the ambiance is best suited to, we’ve got the perfect guide. So, grab your drinking permits and read on as we tell you about the best places to enjoy a round of drinks in Mumbai.

Special occaSionS Whether it’s an anniversary or a birthday, there are some occasions that demand you dress to the nines and loosen your purse strings. These restaurants won’t disappoint — whether it’s in the food or drink department.

indigo If it looks like a family place and sounds like a family place, it must be a family place. And that’s exactly what Indigo is. That is to say, it has a more sober vibe than several other places that are known for their drinks. And, you won’t be disturbed by too many noisy college kids on account of the slightly high prices. If you’re planning on heading here, you will want to try the Lobster Bisque. There’s a stylish bar area, and they say Indigo’s sangria is delicious! “We keep finding ourselves going back to Indigo — even their cocktails are delicious,” says Cawsi Dhanbhoora, an aviation professional. While he usually sticks to a Campari or a glass of rum, when he feels like drinking a cocktail, he says there’s nothing quite like an Indigo Mary. “It’s been a standing favourite for years now. The tamarind goes really well with the classic tomato-based cocktail and they even switch the vodka for white rum if that’s what you prefer,” he adds.

Masala library Ask anyone who loves exploring new places in Mumbai where to go for a memorable meal and Masala Library, run by Jiggs Karla, will be one of the first names on the list. The fine-dine restaurant, located in Bandra Kurla Complex, offers up unique food preparations and twists on classic favourites. But, we can tell you from personal experience that their drinks are just as good as their food. And, we’re not alone. Travel sales agent Sifat Shah tells us, “Masala Library is a place that I’d visit over and over again.” Her favourite drink at Masala Library is the Curry Leaf Martini — and we must say, it is our favourite drink there as well! The hint of burnt curry leaves really takes the cocktail to another level. Getting a table here will be difficult and a meal will set you back by a hefty sum, but it will be worth it.

>> Asado’s homely interiors are perfect for a family dinner

asado We may be getting a bit repetitive, but Asado is another place that is known for the delicious food on its menu — and its equally delightful cocktails. Their South American fare has us salivating at the mere thought of it — especially the perfectlycrisped pork ribs. However, their drinks are also memorable. And, for once, this is a restaurant that won’t disappoint you with a vodka-heavy cocktail menu. They have some of the best rum-based concoctions (of course!) that we’ve tried in the city.

>> The Bar Stock Exchange’s unique concept will keep you engaged

after-work drinkS Have you had a frustrating day at work? Let’s meet for a few drinks! But, while you know you would love a drink and your friends are certain you should join them, where can you actually go to get one? We have a few ideas.

Bar Stock exchange

>> Masala Library serves delicious food and amazing drinks

A place that offers drinks at prices close to the MRP (if you’re vigilant enough) is the perfect place to indulge over the weekend, right? Well, ideally, yes. But, forget getting a table, you’ll be lucky if you get a drink at Bar Stock Exchange over the weekend! So, we recommend avoiding the weekend rush, and exploring this place on a week day instead. The concept of Bar Stock Exchange is simple; it’s based on the law of supply and demand, and popular drinks will cost more. Beating the bar stock exchange, however, is not quite as simple. The décor is alright — nothing like a real stock market — but the stock ticker displaying live prices is a nice touch. Melroy Leitao, a businessman, thinks it’s a great place for a few drinks with friends. In fact, he sees no reason why you can’t take a date to

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Monkey Bar This newly launched bar has a decent selection of alcohol, along with a quirky monkey theme, which will really win you over. You can’t be sure you’re not in a cool European bistro... that is, until the evening is fully underway. The drinks are served in a unique manner, and the food is an absolute delight!

MUMBAI | FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015 >> blueFROG has an exhaustive selection of cocktails, none of which disappoint

WHen yOu’re BrOke Who doesn’t experience these moments?! You want to have a drink, but don’t really have the wherewithal to do so. But, you don’t see yourself spending a weekend at a bar like Janta (Bandra) or Gokul (Colaba) either. So, what do you do? You visit these restaurants of course!

The Local

Jughead’s

A really tiny pub located in south Mumbai, The Local is so well hidden that you have to find it first. Every week they change their password (check their Facebook page to find out more about their weekly passwords), which you must have in order to get in, although they will open the door if you’re fumbling to enter the password at the entrance. It’s almost exclusively dedicated to karaoke nights (there’s something practically every day of the week), but we love it! The ambience is great and the food is interesting, albeit limited in selection. However, they’ve recently expanded their food menu. There’s nothing special about their drinks menu, but with the bar area as well as the fun, sing-along atmosphere, The Local is a great place to shed your work stress.

Always a favourite with the college crowd, Jughead’s is known for its budget-friendly food. A quick look at the menu and you’ll agree about how reasonably priced it is, but if you’ve ever visited, you’ll know that it is worth it. It’s so popular that when matches are on, you’ll have a hard time finding a seat in any of its outlets across the city. Kathan Dhagai, student, tells us that, at Jughead’s, it’s not so much the food and drinks as it is the atmosphere. A beer-lover at heart, he says, “It’s your typical watering hole. I love Jughead’s for the crowd that it pulls in and it is really just an amazing stop-by for a chilled beer.”

Quarterpillar

Harry’s Bar and Café Of all the places on this list, we feel that Harry’s is one of the most under-appreciated. But, ask anyone who has been to one of their outlets across the city (us included) and they will tell you that this place is perfect for a few drinks after work. From cheap beer on tap (they have a 500ml glass of Fosters at `159) to well-priced cocktails (`300-400), Harry’s has you covered. Their outlet in Andheri (w) has a large floor space, with rock and pop classics playing in the background. If you decide to heed our advice and pop over to Harry’s, come over and say hello, because we will probably be there!

Weekends WiTH friends Whether you want to indulge a little or are looking for good entertainment, our recommendations for where you can go to on a weekend will leave you pleased. Take a look. >> It’s hard not to fall in love with Hard Rock Café when you see its décor

bluefrOG There’s almost nothing that can compare to the ambience at blueFROG. The way the tables are arranged make it perfect for live performances, which, up until now, were reserved mainly for gigs — they’ve only recently opened in earnest to theatre events, which take place once a month. To say that they have an interesting selection of drinks would be a gross understatement — they even serve Absinthe! Advertising executive Vidya Vishwanathan says she enjoys the music scene, the live bands and ambience at blueFROG. She says, “The alcohol is totally worth it. Their cosmopolitan is the best I’ve had!”

radiobar A resto-pub with an almost steam punk-like fascination with radios, Radiobar is a good place to hang out with friends and catch up over a few drinks. The pleasant atmosphere, radios and parts of boom boxes everywhere add to the appeal. Case in point is their light fixtures on the ceiling, which have what look like cassette tapes affixed onto them. The food is decently priced, but when it comes to alcohol, they have quite a selection of spirits.

Hoppipola A recent addition to the city’s nightlife, Hoppipola has won many of us over with its relaxing ambience and a great collection of board games. Sanjut Roy, a copywriter, is one of the many fans of this place. He tells us, “This is a great place, with good food, good drinks and a fun ambience. They have a lot of games and the entire place is littered with interesting props and designs.” We differ in our opinion about the food, but we totally agree with his views about the ambience. A weekend here with your friends will be a weekend worth remembering!

drinks WiTH CLienTs There comes a time in every professional’s life where they wonder how to entertain their clients without exposing them to the dirty underbelly of Mumbai. If you’ve reached that stage, these are where you should be going.

silver Beach Café From its breathtaking location, to its memorable food and drink, Silver Beach Café place is the perfect place to treat your business partners or clients to a few rounds. They have a decent selection of wines along with standard as well as unique cocktails that won’t disappoint. Add a classy ambience to the mix, and Silver Beach Café makes for the perfect semi-formal dinner post work.

The White Owl Brewery & Bistro From after-work drinks with office colleagues to a fun weekend with friends, The White Owl is a great place to hang out, irrespective of what the occasion is. But, it has potential to be a place you can go to with people that you’re on professional terms with. For example, they recently organised an inter-company beer pong competition — yes, we wish we were part of that too! If fun and games with your office colleagues or business partners is what you’re looking for, head here on a Thursday or a Saturday, when they organise their game nights and jukebox nights. Oh, and how can we forget about their range of unique beers — that is the USP of The White Owl. You will find beers that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. The brilliant range of beer will ensure some very happy clients!

>> Try this spiced rumbased Owltails Envy at The White Owl

Hard rock Café Yes, we’ve listed Hard Rock as a quick place to pop into over the weekend, although that’s when it’s the most crowded. However, the visual appeal and loud music make Hard Rock Café a great place to spend a few hours with friends on the weekend, if you’re not too tight with your purse strings. Abbasali Kakal, a businessman, loves Hard Rock’s ambience, although he says he would never visit with family. “Its snazzy interiors are great to lounge in with friends, especially after a long week,” he tells us, adding, “I love their Loco Berry Rita, a heady mix of tequila, triple sec and raspberry and cranberry juice. It’s delicious and the flavours are the perfect mix of sweet and tangy.”

Quarterpillar is the success story of a sketchy bar that was turned into a place that would appeal to Mumbai’s young demographic. Scoring a table here on a weekend is almost impossible — so we recommend you visit and grab a table at around 7pm. As the name suggests, this place is best known for serving drinks by the quarter. So, don’t go here expecting great cocktails, but they do have a decent selection of appetisers that will go well with your drinks. IT engineer, Rahul Sawn seconds us. He says, “Quarterpillar gets the basics right — indoor and outdoor section, not too pricey and decent clientele. I haven’t been too adventurous with the drinks there, but I’d say they get the prices right. Located in Khar, it’s perfectly situated to be on a pubhopping circuit.”

>> Hoppipola’s quirky décor has won us over

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ll Things Nice is set to host the edition of Celebrating India’s Finest (CIF), an event dedicated to the winners of the Indian Wine Consumer Choice Awards. Winning wineries will share their portfolio with guests and the wines will be complemented by a large spread of gourmet cheese from Fortune Gourmet and specially prepared appetisers from Le Pain Quotidien. Nikhil Aggarwal, director of All Things Nice, says, “All Things Nice is proud to present the 3rd edition of Celebrating India’s Finest. The winning wines have been chosen by consumers themselves, which makes this event even more special. With Indian wine quality getting better and better, CIF has been designed to showcase the best and to focus on wines that deserve recognition. The evening will also showcase Indian artisanal cheese and charcuterie. If you love wine, there’s no better place to be and if you don’t know how good Indian wine has become, you need to attend this celebration.” Tickets are priced at `1,800 per person and are inclusive of taxes. When June 13, from 7.30pm onwards Where Le Pain Quotidein, Colaba Contact 9820698883

night with mtv Bollyland

iacom 18 brings you Chuckle Fest, a show that will feature an act by international presenter, author and actor, Russell Brand. Brand, who is known for his satirical comedy, whimsical personality and observational humour, will be performing in India for the first time. Jaideep Singh, senior vice president of Integrated Network Solutions, tells us, “We believe in the power of comedy and our first edition of the Chuckle Festival met with stupendous success. This time around, who better than Russell Brand to lead the show?” When June 28 Where Dome, NSCI Stadium, Worli Tickets Starting at `3,000 on www.meraevent.com

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onceptualised by LIVE Viacom18 and Cineyug, MTV Bollyland is all set to get your pulse racing by bringing the biggest Bollywood and EDM night to the city. The MTV Bollyland Concert promises to be an unforgettable night filled with glamour and entertainment. The eclectic finale will host some celebrated Bollywood artistes including Mika Singh and Sukhwinder Singh, along with DJ Chetas, DJ Kiran Kamat and DJ Anshul. Jaideep Singh, senior vice president and business head at Integrated Network Solutions tells us,“It gives me immense pleasure to bring closure to MTV Bollyland 2014-2015 after a successful ride. The finale will host the biggest line up MTV Bollyland has ever seen.” When June 13, from 6pm onwards Where NSCI Stadium, Worli Contact 24938813

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he hand-drawn designs in films such as Iron Man or The Island always seem to capture our imagination. Now, you can treat yourself to some in real life at the Design and Degree Show 2015, which features 190 design projects from over 50 students. At this year’s event, you’ll find an exhibit called the Mumbai Rail Map, which aims to de-clutter your experience with the confusing local train system. The map is easy to navigate and has already been installed at several major stations. There is also an application underway. Another project, Atomatic, has an interactive physical model of the structure of the atom, which helps the visually challenged understand the abstract concept. Other interesting projects that you can check out include a portable vein detection system for medical uses and an inflatable, stackable raft design to help people in flood-hit areas. The faculty co-ordinator for the DDS tells us, “The Design and Degree Show is an annual event by postgraduate students of design at the Industrial Design Centre, IIT Bombay. The event will feature an exhibition of design projects created by students, a seminar on design education and a set of talks by professional designers. While the exhibition will be interesting to a diverse audience, the seminar and talks special interest for aspiring as well as practicing designers and design educators.” When June 13 to 17, from 9am to 4pm Where Victor Menezes Convention Centre, IIT-Bombay Contact www.ddsidc.com/schedule/

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fter the astounding response to the Vengaboys concert last month, Phoenix Marketcity Kurla presents another music sensation to keep the entertainment quotient high as summer draws to a close. Renowned playback singer, Rekha Bhardwaj, is all set to perform live at Phoenix Marketcity, Kurla. Rekha began her Bollywood career in 2004 and has since wooed several hearts with her charismatic voice. The songstress will be performing her famous Bollywood numbers, including Kabira, Darling, Genda Phool and Ranjha Ranjha. With over fifty Bollywood playbacks and numerous awards and accolades to her name, Rekha has been known in the industry for her distinctive voice, singing style and unconventional choice of songs. Amit Kumar, center director of Phoenix Marketcity, Kurla says, “The European themed Dublin Square at Phoenix Marketcity Kurla has been the hub of entertainment and has witnessed a number of blockbuster events including the Vengaboys live in concert, VinoFest, a wine festival, BrewFest, a beer festival, live EDM performances by International artistes and theatre shows.” The venue offers multiple dining options with restaurants such as 212 All Day Café & Bar, The Big Kahuna, The Irish House, Rainforest and Pizza Hut, all of which will be serving their best food and beverages to make this a memorable night for you. Where Dublin Square, Level 1, Phoenix Marketcity, Kurla When June 14, from 7 pm onwards. Entry Free

>> Rekha Bhardwaj will be performing her hits including Kabira and Genda Phool at the Soulful Music Concert

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MUMBAI 12, 2015 MUMBAI| |FRIDAY, FRIDAY,JUNE SEMBE72010

WEEKEND PLANNER

FOOD & DRINK

disclaimer: The content used in the 48 Hours weekend planner is not exclusive and mandatory. It may change according to the organiser etc. The ADC group is not responsible for any changes. You may submit listings to: 48hours@afternoondc.in If you want to access the paper online, check out our epaper at www.afternoondc.in/epaper/de fault.aspx8

ART BiG riB extravaGanza at tGi friday’s

Meat lovers are in for a treat, because TGI Friday’s has introduced a rib extravaganza festival, which offers four delicious rib dishes served with crispy fries and coleslaw. You can choose from their Bacon Crusted Ribs, Mustard Ribs, Championship BBQ Ribs and Caribbean Rockin’ Reggae Ribs. End your meal on a sweet note with their Cookies N’ Cream dessert. Rohan Jetley, CEO of TGI Friday’s, tells us, “The Ribs Extravaganza is now at TGI Friday’s, ending your search for the perfect mouth-watering ribs. We’re offering a variety of bold preparations, right from Bacon Crusted Ribs to Champagne BBQ Fire-Grilled Ribs.” When Up to July 5 Where At TGI Friday’s outlets across the city Contact www.tgifindia.com

speCial seasonal menu at the Woodside inn

treat yourself to a refreshinG smoothie

Are you looking to beat the heat? Try McCafé’s new range of Real Fruit Smoothies, which bring together a refreshing combination of fruit puree, yoghurt and ice, with flavours such as Mixed Berry, Passion Fruit and Mango. Smita Jatia, managing director for Hardcastle Restaurants (McDonald’s India West & South), says, “From real fruit smoothies to authentic espresso-based beverages, Indians are truly embracing our McCafé brand. McCafé is where good food and great beverages intersect — truly the best of both worlds.” The smoothes are priced at `180 each. When Ongoing Where McCafé outlets across the city

Steep yourself in a bit of old-world charm at the Woodside Inn and try their newly introduced seasonal menu. You can indulge in dishes such as Raw Mango & Roasted Pumpkin Burger, Red Quinoa Salad with Bocconcini Beignet, Pomegranate Arils, Cucumber and Citrus Lemon Oil Dressing and Fish Cake with Mango Chili Sour. For dessert, make sure you try their Crepes with Caramelized Mango, Chocó Chips & Rum Butter Sauce. “We’ve had special menus at Woodside Inn since 2008. Every season in India brings with it a variety of different produce and in the summer, it’s the mango. This gives us the opportunity to serve our guests innovative specials based on seasonal produce without having to take away their perennial favourites from our menu,” says Pankil Shah, co-owner of the Woodside Inn. When Ongoing, from 11am to 1am Where Woodside Inn, Wodehouse Road, Colaba Contact 22025525

treat yourself to a medley of paintinGs

Witness Emotions By tWo pune artists

south ameriCan Cuisine at this pop-up

Head to Road House Bluez, where they will take you on a trail of South America with pop-up cuisine specialists Payal Bhuptani and Upasana Maheshwari of Don’t Give a Fork. Payal says, “After having received a tremendous response to our first pop-up at Road House Bluez, we are waiting with bated breath to showcase our new South American spread.” When June 14, from 12.30pm onwards Where Road House Bluez, Tokyo House, Andheri (w) Contact 9833398522

Two young artists from Pune, Dinesh Mane and Pranali Harpude, showcase their recent work in oil on canvas, which captures the vivid emotional mindscapes of sensitive people. Emotions such as joy, excitement, happiness, tension and anxiety find a prominent place in Dinesh’s work. Dinesh tells us, “My work focuses on the many feelings and emotions that people experience at different points.” Pranali’s artwork illustrates the vivid facets of a woman’s life and her emotions. Her work uses emotions to illustrate the circle of life. When June 8 to 14, from 11am to 7pm Where Hirji Jehangir Art Gallery, M. G. Road, Kala Ghoda Contact 61668906/ 8976042312

A unique exhibition called Medley, features a collection of paintings from new web store ArtKultr.com. Kushag Patel, Art Desh – The Studio, says, “Art is more than just a product to invest in or decorate an empty space with. It engages you on a deeper level, beyond the surface, and allows you to experience life more intensely. We have introduced our webstore so that people can see the artwork and order them online. After all, culture is a continuum. It is the art of the past, the present and the future.” When Up to June 15, from 11am to 7pm Where White House Annexe, 91 Walkeshwar Contact 23692861/ www.artkultr.com

see the unspoken dialoGue at ‘sanWad’

Sachin Juvatkar’s series Sanwad highlights the dialogue between two lovers and between devotees and the almighty in a realistic style. Feelings of detachment during separation or of attachment during the union between two sensitive and devoted lovers find a prominent place in various paintings in this collection. “I have been working on realistic work in acrylic and oil colours on canvas for the last 20 years to depict the emotions of love and communication. My earlier work, Prem — Ek Samarpan, on devotion/ dedication of lovers to each other was well admired by viewers,”Sachin says. When June 9 to 15, from 11am to 7pm Where Nehru Center Art Gallery, Worli Contact 8698045240

SHOPPING spend a relaxinG Weekday at the spa

For a blissful break, visit the The Spa at The Palladium Hotel between Monday and Thursday to avail of a 25% discount on a range of full-body massages, exfoliating scrubs, baths and facials. Tippy Sailo, manager at The Spa, Palladium Hotel, says, “The recently launched Express Therapy Menu includes targeted, 30-minute treatments that are ideal for those pressed for time and in need of a quick rejuvenation and re-balancing.” When Monday to Thursday, between 9am and 3pm Where The Spa, The Palladium Hotel, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel Contact 61628299

hoW aBout some food and Wine philosophy?

The immensely popular Wine & Food Philosophy Series from Colombo is making its way to Mumbai, with the first stop at the edgy restaurant, Ellipsis. Hosted by wine aficionado, Vishal Kadakia of The Wine Kart, the highlight of the evening is that there will be four new wines from across the world on offer. Rukmankan Sivaloganathan, cofounder and CEO of Trekurious.com, says, “With our latest edition of The Wine & Food Philosophy Series we’ve brought together four wine tasting sessions from across the world. We have a specially-curated four-course, off-menu meal prepared by chef Kelvin Cheung of Ellipsis.” price `4,900 When June 18, from 8.30pm onwards Where Ellipsis, Colaba Contact 9920473331

Get yourself a luxurious leather sofa

If you want to live like Italian royalty, a diamondencrusted throne may be too much, but how about a luxurious leather sofa? ICasa’s new range of sofas unites comfort with class. Abha Gupta, ideator and inceptor at ICasa, says, “The collection has its own characteristic personality that distinguishes it from others. The sofas are bold and eccentric, with a contemporary touch and feel.” When Ongoing Where Lower Parel and Malad (w) Contact 24984824 / 28899227

LEARN live and Work in a vineyard

musiCal extravaGanza at vedGe

In order to celebrate their first anniversary, Vedge will take you on a musical journey, which will include a mesmerising performance by the band Kshitij. All the dishes that were blockbusters through the year will be on the cards, including Vedge Khow Suey, Cannelloni Stuffed with Corn & Cottage Cheese, flavourful Lasagna and slurpy Singapore street noodles. Aditya Sawant, the owner of Vedge, tells us, “It’s a proud day for us and we obviously can’t spell success without our loyal and beloved customers.” When June 14, from 8pm onwards Where Vedge, Fun Republic Mall, Lokhandwala, Andheri (w) Contact 61668906 / 8976042312

Sula Vineyards’ new initiative, EcoSula Experiences, gives you the opportunity to live in, work on and experience their vineyards. You can learn about the culture, opportunities and challenges that accompany vineyard life. “As a company, we make an effort to conserve natural resources. Through EcoSula Experiences, volunteers get to experience working at our vineyards and organic farms in Nashik. This gives them the opportunity to be actively involved in Sula’s sustainable practices,” says Shraddha Nathani, AVP of marketing at Sula Vineyards. When Ongoing Where Govardhan Village, Off Gangapur-Savargaon Road Contact volunteer@sulawines.com

BeCome a travel photoGrapher

If you’re looking to venture into the field of photography, check out Purple Squirrel Eduventures’ latest photography workshop, priced at `690, which allows you to explore and capture beautiful, hidden sites of south Mumbai. Aditya Gandhi, co-founder of Purple Squirrel Eduventures, says, “Over 50 lakh students graduate every year, and with India expected to be one of the global growth drivers, our efforts at Purple Squirrel are to supplement this growth by creating an experiential learning platform.” When June 13 Where The event starts at St. Xaviers College, Mahanagarpalika Road, Fort Contact www.purplesq.com

make your dad somethinG this father’s day This Father’s Day, give your dad an offbeat gift. The Hab by Usha will teach you how to make unique gifts ranging from sunglass covers and pouches for earphones to folders, wristbands and greeting cards. Arwah Attari, store manager, tells us, “Father’s Day gives us the opportunity to say thank you to our dads for their unconditional love and affection. We offer an activity that will help you create personalised and unique gifts for your dads.” price `350 to `1,200 When Up to June 21, from 11am to 8pm Where 444 Corporate Lounge, Opp. Sahib Khatwara Darbar, Khar (w) Contact 61274444/ www.thehab.in

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ShoP lIke

a VIP

MUMBAI | FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015 >> A’Kreations is extremely well set out, with enough space between each hair station

Shopping for luxury labels doesn’t always have to break the bank. katha Nauriyal takes a look at the latest addition to the world of virtual shopping, TheVIPSale.com

ith an avalanche of online shopping portals, what we could call the Amazon culture hit India only recently, but it’s made a pretty big impression! Chiselling through stiff competition with retail malls and boutiques, the way that shopping websites have managed to become serious business contenders is no joke. Look at it this way; you can browse through an entire collection (or two!) from a store, any time of the day, lounging on your sofa. For people across the city who want to avoid paving their way through traffic, this is a blessing! A recent addition to this berserk space is The VIPSale. With a name as lucid, figuring out what the website has on offer is no back-breaking task. It promises what may be described as the affordable elite — luxury Indian labels at prices that are easy on the pocket. To find out how much it all fits the bill (quite literally), I click go and am immediately treated to an onslaught of snippets from the collections with red and blue hues lighting up my screen. At first glance, it gives you a sneak peek into what the different designers have in store. >> Designer wear at affordable prices — we’re already fans of The VIP Sale!

GettinG personal

With specially curated hair treatments and a male grooming section, a’kreations wants both men and women to walk through their fancy doors. Rhea Dhanbhoora & Dev Goswami find out whether their experiences mirrored one another at the exclusive new salon Girl talk

The designer category flashes a list of all the curators associated with the website, letting you select and surf through your favourites. When I click on Gaurav Gupta, I actually find myself quite disappointed. The limited collection seemed standard, even garish. The sale on offer however, gallops from 28% to 50% making it a fairly decent bargain, if you like any of the pieces. Nisshk by Nishka Lulla, offers a limited but prêt-a-porter line for the urbane. While discounts aren’t too high, the 17% off will help you save a few thousands. The accessories segment is a wide rack of majorly boho, beaded pieces. Ironically, among the slew of designers and discounts, what caught my eye was the Spotlight section. Here, a team of stylists hand-pick and showcase an upcoming designer or one who is best suited for a particular season. You could browse through Falguni & Shane Peacock for this season’s quirky apparel. Even better is the VIP Experience Store — request an appointment, fix a convenient date and walk in to an exclusive store. With a redeemable fee of `5,000, those who enjoy a physical shopping experience are catered to as well. TheVIPSale.com is not spectacular. However, it’s attractive, easy to browse through and to its credit, offers pocket relief even with its limited collections. While it’s a convenient avenue for easy access to Indian labels, fresh additions would be great. Since the founders are roping in new designers, we’re going to suggest waiting and watching to see what you can score at great prices! Discounts Any where from 20% to 60% Where www.TheVIPSale.com

You’ve got shampoo in your hair, but all you can feel is the stress ebbing and flowing past your neck into the sink. You’re lying back with your eyes closed, but you’re peeking out to see if she’s still staring at you — the big mural, a style icon with her hair in serpentine curves over the wall, splashed with bright colour. You don’t know whether to sink in to enjoy one of the best hair washes you’ve ever had, or stare at the spectacular wall art — but it’s not interfering with the experience, just adding to the medley of emotion you feel at A’Kreations, during your exclusive, private treatment. There’s nothing down-to-earth about this salon. In fact some of it can be a little too over-the-top; the walk in, for example, with its shiny walls and flashy counters. It’s large and spacious, with good lighting, private rooms and individual hair counters that are a relief from the elbow grinding spaces in most salons. Launched in April this year, the exclusive salon tailor-makes treatments to fit your requirements, and at least in my experience, they do it well. They manage a quick, seamless blend of luxury and relaxation. Salons are supposed to envelop you in luxury and make you feel pampered, and however high-end their therapies are, A’Kreations won’t make you feel uncomfortable through them. Considering the snooty receptionists and stuck-up therapists that I’ve had the pleasure of being treated by at other salons (that aren’t even on par with the service here), this gets a big thumbs up. After a brief (slightly less in-depth than

I would have preferred) hair analysis, I picked for a hair fall spa treatment, which included a wash, condition, mask and one of the most soothing massages I’ve ever gotten; and I’ve gotten my fair share. They’re closed about sharing menus and prices, which is a hassle if you’re looking for a comparison or trying to pick a treatment before you visit, but they don’t seem like the sort of salon that’s looking for customers who are looking for a budget saving experience. That said, the `1,800 that my Hairfall Hair Spa cost was not as exorbitant as expected, which was a pretty pleasant surprise. Their hair treatments start from `1,500 so you can get something without burning through your bank account. The results aren’t magical –— but then I was expecting to say goodbye to my hairfall woes with one hair spa. In fact, I didn’t really expect anything. I wouldn’t say I’ve never had a better hair treatment, but when I ran my hand through my hair the next morning and didn’t find a clump in my palm, I was satisfied, to say the least.

the other siDe The minute you walk into A’Kreations, two things are clear — you’re going to pay through your nose for most treatments and, perhaps more importantly, you’re going to be pampered. Sitting on one of their plush sofas, I couldn’t help but notice how well they use their space. The salon chairs are well-spaced out and the place has an energetic feel, complemented by soft pop in the background. Before I had the chance to

pick up a magazine to leaf through, my therapist arrived and took me to an inner room, which is exclusively for men. After a short consultation, where I could proudly say that I used a cleanser, toner and moisturiser every day, my therapist decided that I needed the Pure Freshness (for oily skin) facial treatment, which costs an eyebrow-raising `3,350. But, the signature treatment lasts for an hour and they use Thalgo products, which explains the price. While it’s meant to be cosmetic, it was relaxing, especially because of the head and shoulder massage. The facial included cleansing, exfoliation, a steam and blackhead removal. Except for the pimple-removal, which can be a bit painful, the soothing fragrances from Thalgo’s all-natural, marine products will leave you close to drifting off into a peaceful slumber. After my treatment, I was left wondering what I got out of spending so much. Over the next few days, I noticed that my face was less oily, and this was when the heat and humidity usually left it oily. Visibly, there wasn’t a massive difference, but I did notice that my skin was tauter and oil and pimple free. That said, I would still think twice before spending such a hefty sum. But, if it fits your budget and you’re looking for a salon that uses good products and has a wide range of treatments on offer for men, A’Kreations will satisfy you. Where Sagar Fortune, 1st Floor, Above Haggen Das, Waterfield Road, Bandra (w) Contact 65999900

Not your average villa Afternoon Despatch & Courier

MUMBAI | FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015

Villa Vandre recently set up shop in a quiet corner in Bandra. Yamini Walia visited the restaurant to find out what they have on offer

few days before I visited Villa Vandre, a friend, who had been there before, was gushing about the food. So, when I was asked to review the place, I was incredibly excited, to say the least. Villa Vandre is a tiny, quaint eatery, nestled in a small corner in Bandra. Its blue and white interiors will remind you of a French villa and the lighting sets the mood for a relaxed evening. The restaurant has tiny tea pots and jars placed on the wooden shelves, which add a vintage touch to the décor. The open kitchen is a nice addition as well. My dining companion and I began our meal with their Caesar Salad (`245), which left us extremely disappointed. It was way too salty, making it inedible. So, right from the beginning, our expectations were lowered. Moving past this, we tried their Smoked Salmon (`300) — the salmon was cooked perfectly but again, the excess salt was an issue. Nevertheless, the delicious salmon did manage to salvage the dish . Next up, we moved on to local cuisines such as Goan and Parsi. We ordered the Homemade East Indian Sausage Fry (`315), which had the potential to be a great dish, but unfortunately, failed to leave a mark. The overwhelming mashed potato base was what let it down. After all, who expects to eat more potatoes than sausage — in a sausage dish? However, the Mutton Dhansak with Brown Rice (`295) proved to be the highlight of our evening. The mutton was cooked to perfection and the gravy was spot on. We would have preferred a larger portion of the rice, but this is one dish that I wouldn’t mind visiting Villa Vandre again for. Inspired by the chef’s travels around the world was the

Where Villa Vandre, Shop 3, May Flower, Off Perry Cross Road, Pali Hill, Bandra (w) Meal for two `600 Alcohol served No Contact 265279009

Homemade Ravioli with Nutty Sage Butter (`345) and Miss Brown’s Jerk Chicken (`315). The well-presented ravioli was too thick and didn’t taste very nice. The jerk chicken was an allround star in terms of taste, presentation as well as quality. The only grouse I had was with the quantity — I wasn’t expecting a main course dish to have just three pieces of chicken! As usual, our bulging bellies were not going to stop us from ordering dessert. So, we picked the Vanilla Crème Brulee (`160),

Nibble oN these Nachos

Serial snackers are in for a treat, because there’s a new nacho brand in town. Rhea Dhanbhoora tells you more about the AllThatsGood Mex Nachos

hen a nacho brand has a tagline that says it’s the only brand that a bandito would steal, I’m going to sit up and pay attention. I’m not always impressed by pre-packaged nachos. They usually need a lot of cheese dip or a little toasting to avoid tasting doughy, and most are way too thick. To avoid constant disappointment, I usually stick to trusted brands or potato wafers. With all the fanfare surrounding the Mex Nachos however, I had to dig in to sample a few packets.

BrAnding BAsiCs One thing these nachos have really managed to hit the nail on the head with, is their packaging. Everything from the funky fonts and bold colours to the funny phrases on each flavour, I think you’re going to spend an extra five minutes reading through everything on the packet before you attempt to tear it open. Unfortunately, I’d suggest keeping a pair of scissors handy here, because as attractive as the packaging looks, it’s not in the least bit convenient to tear open on-the-go.

All ABout the Bite While there are delectable nachos and dismal ones, AllThatsGood floats somewhere in between. The nachos are

which was so light and delicious that we managed to finish it off in a matter of seconds. All in all, my experience at Villa Vandre was average. Although the varied menu aims to offer you an array of cuisines, at the end of the day, it’s just confusing, especially since they don’t really get most of them right. From what I tried, the only two dishes that I would recommend from what I tried are the Mutton Dhansak and Miss Brown’s Jerk Chicken — and of course, the dessert.

not too thick and have the perfect, crisp bite while steering clear of being too thin and crispy. But, they’re still not toppling our favourites off the list.

FlAvour FAvourites When it comes to the flavours, they go from the basics and the usual suspects, to those that are as innovative as their packaging — and some even slightly suspicious. The NY Deli Cheese does well, but it’s run-off-the-mill. The Texas Smoky BBQ leaves the perfect smoky aftertaste on your palette, but the Sweet Jalapeno is one of my favourites. The Salsa Picante does okay, but after finishing off

a small packet, you’re going to be satiated by the slightly sweet taste (it would have been better much hotter), so don’t plan a binge with this one. The Delhi Papdi Chat is a pleasant surprise. I wrinkled my nose when I read it; I’m not particularly fond of Papdi Chat in general. The nachos however, are subtly flavoured, so even though you’re wondering why as you bite into them, you’re not going to be able to stop at one. The Paneer BBQ Masala however, is not an experiment that succeeded. The flavour is abysmal and I couldn’t get through the small packet. But, if the prices were slightly lower, I’d be snacking on the rest through most of my day. Next time, we’re going to try a Sea Salt & Black Pepper and dig in to some of their Mexican dips too — just to review them of course! Price `60 for 75g and `95 for 125g Where Stores across the city, including Hypercity, Star Bazaar, Food World, 24x7, Careway, Westside Gourmet, Modern Bazaar, Careway, Haiko, Star Bazaar, Haiko and Magnet Mall Contact reachus@allthatsgood.in/ www.allthatsgood.in / visit www.facebook/ALLTHATSGOOD.in

Travel

Island In the sun Afternoon Despatch & Courier Special

MUMBAI | FRIDAY, JUNE 12, MUMBAI | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 03, 2015 2010

From its location in the middle of the Bhramaputra river to travelling in an Aerei da Trasporto Regionale aircraft, a trip to Majuli is as unique as travel experiences can be. Verus Ferreira shares notes from his escapade to this river island

hen it comes to exploring a new location, there’s nothing better than having a friend or relative who lives in the region that you are visiting. As I discovered on my trip to Majuli, a river island in north-east Assam, a local contact can do you wonders — not only with the nitty gritties of your itinerary, but also with unmasking rare and unknown facets of your destination. To travel to Majuli, my family and I first reached Jorhat airport in an ATR (Aerei da Trasporto Regionale) from Kolkata, where I was received by my friend, Father Joseph Pallikunnel. An hour’s drive later, we were on the river bank at the Nimatighat Jetty, from where ferries depart for Majuli island. These ferries aren’t like the ones that you see moored at the Gateway of India — these can carry everything from people, cars and bikes, to luggage and even large electronic items such as refrigerators and TVs. You can either stand on the open deck, guarding your inch of space, or make your way to the seating area near the engine, where you can mingle with the locals. As you set sail from Nimatighat, you will cross a cluster of sun-kissed islands, the largest and most populated of which is Majuli. As our boat steadily hummed its way to the island over calm waters, it was hard to imagine that this peaceful river is the same Brahmaputra that turns into an unruly watercourse, which floods and often results in loss of life and property in Majuli during the monsoon. Landing on the island shore is like stepping into a dream. From the pictureperfect visuals to the natural environs of this largely unexplored island, Majuli is just what you dream an island would look like. Unfortunately, even though the locale may be romantic, it can’t really be classified as a honeymooner’s paradise — unless of course, you’re willing to rough it out in nature. This is because the island lacks hotels and lodging facilities — knowing someone here is very useful.

understanding tHe culture A storehouse of art and culture, Majuli is derived from two words — Ma, which stands for Laxmi, the goddess of prosperity, and Juli, which denotes a granary. It’s hardly a surprise that the island treats you to a pollution-free green carpet of the kind that is impossible to experience in any urban centre. The population of the island consists of tribals from communities such as Mising, Deuri and Kachari. Remember the heavy flooding I was talking about earlier? Were you wondering how the people manage to live on the island? Well, on my hour-long drive to Jengraimukh, I came across the answer. In order to prevent their homes from being flooded, The Mising people, who are the majority here, build their houses about three feet above the ground, on either concrete or bamboo stilts. The Mising people are of the Mongoloid race and are the second largest tribe in Assam. History and culture aside, the people of this community are the only ones you can turn to for alcohol on the island — Majuli has no liqour shops, but visit a Mising home and you’ll be treated to an alcoholic, welcome drink of rice beer, which is known as Apong in the local dialect. The drink is served to everyone, irrespective of their age or gender.

tHe treasures of Majuli Majuli is the principal seat of the Vaishnavite faith, its culture and its practice. The treasures of Majuli are

>> A satra isn’t just a monastery, but a centre for traditional performing arts too undoubtedly its satras, which aren’t just monasteries, but centres of traditional performing arts. The first satra was founded during the the 15th century and since then, 65 satras have been built on the island. But, considering the battering that the island takes every monsoon, several of the satras have been moved to the mainland. Only 22 satras remain, the most prominent of which are Auiati, Dakshinpath, Garamur and Kamalabari. We visited Garamur and Kamalabari as well as a museum that exhibits old vessels and precious relics.

living life tHe Majuli way The island has plenty of activities that keep the inhabitants busy and which will provide you with a unique glimpse into rural life on an island. While the most common industry here is agriculture, with paddy being the main crop, fishing, pottery, handloom and boat making are other activities that the drive economy on this island. A trip to Garamur will treat you to a sight of the locals making cane baskets, while at Dakshinapat, you will can observe the ancient craft of mask making. Today only the devotees of Chamoguri satra practise this in Majuli. Silk weaving is another trade that is popular in Majuli — but it is not as apparent. In fact, I only discovered this on a visit to the homes of the Mising people. Music and dance play an important role in the life of the people here. Drums and cymbals, along with several other traditional instruments, are used for dances, which are usually performed during the harvest season. Unsurprisingly, there are no restaurants in Majuli — the most you will find is a tea stall in a major village, after much hunting. The staple diet here is comprises of locally-grown, traditional ingredients that are served with thick, fluffy rice. To truly experience the culinary pleasures that Majuli has to offer, you need to visit the local fish markets, where you can check out the daily catch. While river fish is available in plenty here, chicken and pork are also popular delicacies.

no island to MatcH Majuli Most of us may hold fantastic notions of an island — one that is untouched by commercial activities, with life that is starkly different from what we know it to be. Majuli is an island that is just that! Around 650 sq km in area, it is often tagged as the largest inhabited river island in the world, although that is a hotly-debated topic. But that doesn’t matter. The locals proudly claim that there is no other island in the world that can rival Majuli. And after having visited Majuli, I would certainly agree. Majuli is a welcome break for the tired traveller. Go there once and you’ll want to keep going back.

Plan your travel n The best time to visit is from October to April.

How to reacH Majuli island

n First you’ll have to get to Jorhat in Assam. From Jorhat city, you can

take a share auto to the Nimatighat jetty. Share autos charge `30 per head, while hiring an entire auto will cost around `250 to `300. n Ferries to Majuli island start early in the morning and the last ferry leaves at 4pm. A ticket costs `10 per head. n Once you reach Majuli, you can take a local state transport bus or an auto to your final destination. Auto fare starts from `50. n To reach Jorhat: You can travel either by train or plane. Jorhat has both a railhead as well as a civilian airport.

>> Ferries take you from Nimatighat Jetty to Majuli island for as low as `10 per person

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One of the most popular jodis of Bollywood- Govinda and Karishma Kapoor had left the entire nation spell-bound in the 90’s with their inimitable dancing style, penchant for comedy and unique chemistry. Well, this much adored Jodi No1 is back together doing what they are best at – entertaining the audiences with the magic of their 102 DALMATIANS

moves on DID Super Moms on Zee TV. Undoubtedly, Chi Chi and Lolo’s mindblowing act saw the two superstars walking down memory lane! Govinda said, “It was a nostalgic moment when we danced again together after a long time.” Sneha Adapawar, SoumyaShree, Dipashree Chatterjee and Harpreet are the final contestants in Super Moms.

Challenging role

Soon to be seen in Star Plus’ new show, Phir Bhi Na Maane… Badtameez Dil playing the lead role of Meher, Asmita Sood recently said she prefers television over movies. Asmita has been in the South for quite a while, and has also starred in

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WHEN Red reveals a new name, Liz learns of a plot to destroy the country’s financial system; Tom helps Liz when a loved one falls ill. Star Wor ld, 9 p.m.

THE 90S: THE DECADE THAT CONNECTED US: INDIA REDISCOVERED

THE show unfolds the backdrop of a brand new liberalized economy. It shows how India arose from becoming a bank corrupt country. What were the first incidents occurred which were hugely alarming from the human point of view, how the cast system became a popular agenda in politics. Undeniably, ‘90s has a major role of change in the present way of thinking and this show will take you to the thrilling journey of the decade where sky was the limit. NGC, 10 p.m.

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BIG CAT DIARY is one of the most fascinating nature series on Animal Planet. It follows the lives of Africa big cats in Kenya’s Masai Mara. The Animal Planet cameras have been following the Lions, Leopards and Cheetahs for more than 10 years now. Join host Simon King in this episode, who is out on a mission, locating the big and ferocious cats of the Mara River. Ani mal Planet, 10 p.m.

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OUTDOORSMAN and survival expert Les Stroud strands himself in a remote location with no equipment or supplies apart from his one-man camera rig and only his wits and stamina to survive. Discover y, 10 p.m.

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From peering into distorted minds the show uncover details behind impulsive liars and serial predators. ID, 9 p.m .

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SHASHI is in tension because Diwakar has shifted to U.S and the problem is where she will go now. Samrat decides to send her to old age home but Urmi refuses and says that Shashi will stay with them. What will be Samrat’s next steps? Zee T V, 10.30 p.m.

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SHOWCASING the world of science in truly unexpected ways, tune into HOW TECH WORKS on Discovery Science as it features an eclectic mix of all science things and explore how they work. Di scover y Sci en ce, 11 p.m.

IN tonight’s episode of Sasural Simar Ka we will watch, Rajukumari warning Simar and Roli about the mysterious thing in the haveli that is more powerful than Mani. But Roli challenges, that she would steal the mysterious thing before the allotted time. Also watch how Simar and Roli try and stop the CD from going viral. Col or s, 7.30 p.m.

FORENSIC psychiatrist Dr. Michael Stone examines the criminal mind with a scale he created that decodes a killer’s motive, method and mind on ID Investigation Discovery’s MOST EVIL.

TITU has made it to the venue of the final round, however, the nature of the round shocks them all. Will they be able to find a solution to help Gulgule or will Titu have to give up? Star Plus, 8 p.m.

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DURING his comeback performance, a pianist who suffers from stage fright finds a note “play one note wrong, and you die”. Pix , 9 p.m .

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CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow (Depp) crosses paths with a woman from his past (Cruz), and he’s not sure if it’s love — or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know who to fear more: Blackbeard or the woman from his past. HBO, 9 p.m.

BRAM STOKER’S DRACULA

THIS version of Dracula is closely based on Bram Stoker’s classic novel of the same name. A young lawyer (Jonathan Harker) is assigned to a gloomy village in the mists of eastern Europe. He is captured and imprisoned by the undead vampire Dracula, who travels to London, inspired by a photograph of Harker’s betrothed, Mina Murray. In Britain, Dracula begins a reign of seduction and terror, draining the life from Mina’s closest friend, Lucy Westenra. Lucy’s friends gather together to try to drive Dracula away. Zee Studio, 11.30 p.m.

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READING from a diary, a lad comes to know about a nobleman from Jaisinghpur, Sartaj Rana, who invited the wrath of the Mhatre brothers, Ranjan and Vikrant, by sending Lovely Singh to free abducted women bound for Thailand. Feeling threatened, he hires Lovely as a bodyguard for his collegian daughter, Divya, and her friend, Maya. Divya does not appreciate being followed around by Lovely and creates a fictional woman, Chhaya, who distracts him by repeatedly phoning him and telling him that she loves him. Lovely believes this person to be real and falls in love. Star Gold, 8 p.m.

BESHARAM

BABLI (Ranbir Kapoor) is a street smart car mechanic living in a Delhi orphanage. He is charming and lives life to the fullest. He also steals cars to support his orphanage. He has no sense of right or wrong till he unwittingly hurts the love of his life, Tara (Pallavi Sharda) and is chased by cop couple Chulbul Chautala (Rishi Kapoor) and Bulbul Chautala (Neetu Kapoor). Babli real-

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izes that there is no right way of doing the wrong thing. Babli sets out to fix all the wrongs in his life and he continues to be shameless about it. Zee Cin em a, 9 p.m .

CHOTE SARKAR

AMAR Saxena is a businessman, and the Managing Director of prestigious Khaitan Fans Ltd., India. One day while leaving from a board meeting, he meets a beggar named Jagmohan, who calls him Rohit, and asks him to return home to his ailing wife, Seema. Amar denies being Rohit, but feels sorry for him and gives him some money, which Jagmohan declines to accept. Curious at his refusal, Amar offers to help. He visits the hospital and gets to meet Seema, and ends up falling in love with her. What he does not know that Jagmohan and Seema are plainclothes police officers, who have been assigned to arrest him for the murder of Ram Kumar Saxena, Amar’s uncle. B4U, 9 p.m.

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BHIM Singh is a domineering father and husband. He lives a fairly wealthy lifestyle with his wife, and a somewhat submissive son, Kishan. He gets Kishan to marry a simple and plain-looking woman named Chanda, much to Kishan’s chagrin and reluctance. After the marriage, Kishan goes to Bombay to look for employment, and soon finds one. When he returns home to visit his “ailing” mother, his father instructs him to take Chanda with him to Bombay, as her rightful place is with Kishan. Kishan agrees to do so. Upon arrival in Bombay, Chanda is shocked to find out that Kishan is married to an attractive woman by the name of Radha. Zee Classi c, 9 p.m .

TV TALK various commercials. Being a finalist in one of the country’s leading beauty pageant, she decided to go against the current trend of actors venturing into the film industry after working in the television industry. An elated Asmita says, “The character of Meher, is not at all like me in real life, it is one of those challenging characters that will STAR PLUS

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give me the chance to explore different aspects of my work. When I was offered it, I didn’t think twice before accepting it because I don’t want to do the same things which I do in movies, television is an entirely different industry. My fans will get to see me five times in a week rather than in a movie which comes at long intervals of time.”

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bar singer Barkha in the show. As per the upcoming track of the show, Ram will meet Sai wherein they will embark on a very different relationship. Both the characters will be seen supporting each other emotionally. Speaking about her role Sai said, “I am very excited to be part of Dil Ki Baatein. I am also looking forward to working with Sony again and I am really very happy to be back on my home ground. My role Barkha is very different from the roles I have played till now. The brief given to me was that of Smita Patil in the film Shakti."

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3.30 Chakravartin Ashoka Smarat 4.00 Swaragini 4.30 Comedy Nights: Kapil 6.00 Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi 6.30 Shastri Sisters 7.00 Thapki Pyar Ki 7.30 Sasural Simar Ka 8.00 Balika Vadhu 8.30 Udaan 9.00 Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat 9.30 Swaragini 10.00 Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi 10.30 Code Red P.M. 2.00 7.00 7.30 8.00 8.30 9.00 9.30 10.00 10.30 11.00

SAB TV

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P.M. 2.00 Ka Re Duraava 2.30 Jai Malhar 3.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 3.30 Dil Dosti Duniyadari 4.00 Asmita 5.00 Dil Dosti Duniyadari 5.30 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 6.00 Ka Re Duraava 6.30 Home Minister 7.00 Jai Malhar 7.30 Ase He Kanyadaan 8.00 Honor Suun Me Hya Gharachi 8.30 Julooni Yeti Reshimgathi 9.00 Ka Re Duraava

DOORDARSHAN

9.00 Zindagi Ek Bhanwar 9.30 Chekhov Ki Duniya 10.00 CLU B 60: Film Farooq Sheikh, Sarika, Satish Shah

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INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY

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NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Friday (June 12, 2015) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello

REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty fell substantially on Thursday (June 11, 2015) a net 159.10 points (1.96%) and closed at the 7965 point level. The market opened up with a gap at the 8157 points level. It then rose further and registered the day’s high at the 8163 points level at 9.22 a.m. The index then declined sharply into the red and turned into a range bound movement until 2.50 p.m. It then declined further and registered the day’s low at the 7958 points level at 3.26 p.m. and then turned into a range bound movement until closing at the day. The Nifty moved in a range of 205 points and closed below the psychologically important 8000 points level. Sentiment was extremely bearish and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 46 were losers, while just 4 stocks closed in the green. All the sectoral indices closed in the red. Substantial selling was witnessed in banking and auto stocks.

Overall Market Strength/Weakness: The indicators and oscillators discussed here are indicating a weak market with a negative bias.

Suppor t Levels: For short-term traders the immediate main support is at the 7857 points level. Resistance Levels The immediate main resistance is at the 8444 points level. The next resistance is at the 8523 points level.

Pivot Point Analysis: For intra-day traders the support and resistance levels are calculated according to the pivot point theory and are: Pivot point = 8029 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intra-day). Support (1) = 7895. TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Support (2) = 7824. Volume: Volume (Qty shares) increased 14.14%. This change is Resistance (1) = 8100. substantial and indicates a wide participation by Resistance (2) = 8234. investors. OUTLOOK FOR TODAY: Market Breadth: On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was negative. formed a long black body candle on substantially Amongst all the traded stocks, 268 were gainers, 1177 higher volumes. In fact yesterday’s candle is almost were losers and 31 remained unchanged. like a Black Marubozu candle. (A Black Marubozu forms when the open equals the high and the close Slow Stochastic Indicator: equals the low). This is negative. The Slow Stochastic Oscillator has declined in the over- Further, the index has dropped below its 5 day moving sold zone. average. The index is now below its 5, 15, 25 and 200 The Slow K line in the Stochastic Oscillator is below the day moving averages. Moreover, the velocity slow D line (negative if it continues). parameters continue to remain negatively trended. All these indicate a negative bias and the possibility of a RSI Indicator: further decline unfolding. Investors are advised to The RSI fell and crossed below the 40 level and is now avoid buying at current levels. declining (negative if it continues). Work with strict stop losses on all positions MACD Indicator: The MACD is below zero and is declining (negative if it rises). It is below its 9-day Average (negative). ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is below the –DI line and both lines are diverging (negative if it continues). The ADX is flat while the Market Index is falling. Moving Averages (Trend Indicators) The index: Has dropped below its 5-day average (at 8054) Negative. Is below its 15-day average (at 8230) Negative. Is below its 25-day average (at 8256) Negative. Is below its 200-day average (at 8353) Negative.

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Auto major Tata Motors yesterday launched assembly operations for light commercial vehicles in Tunisia with its local partner ICAR SA. Tata Motors will commence production of pick-ups and light commercial vehicles this month, the company said in a statement. The industrial launch of Tata Motors assembly plans in Tunisia is a major step in the company's continued expansion in Africa and the global automotive industry, Tata Motors International Business, Commercial Vehicles Business Unit Head RT Wasan said.

RInfra Completes Refinancing Of Rs 1,650 Cr Mum Metro Borrowing

Mumbai Metro One, a subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure (RInfra), has completed refinancing of Rs 1,650-crore of project loans. "With this refinancing, the final repayment of Rs 1,650 crore on the loans has been extended to year 2037, almost 22 years from date, thereby enhancing financial flexibility for the company," RInfra said in a statement. The interest rate stands reduced from 13% to 11.75% per annum, it said, adding the average maturity period of loans has now almost doubled to 14 years.

MCX Invites Bid For Sale Of Its Warrants In MSXI

Racing against time, commodity exchange MCX yesterday made a fresh attempt to sell warrants held by it in Metropolitan Stock Exchange. MCX is facing difficulty in selling these convertible warrants that are to lapse on June 19. "The stake is in the form of 40 crore equity share warrants, with a face value of Re 1 per warrant, which are convertible into equity share of Re 1 per share on or before June 19, 2015," MCX said in a public notice. The country's largest commodity exchange added that entities interested in acquiring MCX's stake in Metropolitan Stock Exchange are invited to forward their bids, along with remittance of the total amount of bid, with a minimum quote of Rs 1.10 and above per warrant. Metropolitan Stock Exchange was earlier known as MCX-SX.

Indian Cos Invested 15% Less In Foreign Ventures In May

Direct investments by Indian companies in foreign ventures fell 15.2% to USD 1.51 billion in May 2015 from USD 1.78 billion in the same month last year. The investments in April 2015, which came in at USD 2.23 billion, were a mix of issuance of guarantees (USD 1.06 billion), loan (USD 235.13 million) and equity (USD 219.56 million), RBI data showed yesterday. Among major Indian companies that invested abroad are Firstsource Solutions (USD 176.75 million), Wipro (USD 138.67 million) and Godrej Consumer Products (USD 132.89 million).

Mafatlal Bags ‘No.1 Brand’ Award In Textile Company Category

The ‘Mafatlal brand’ of Mafatlal Industries Limited (MIL) was awarded India’s No.1 Brand in 2014 under India’s Best Textile Company Category. The award was presented by No.1 Brand Awards Council at an event held in Mumbai recently. Rajiv Dayal, Managing Director of MIL stated “we are delighted to receive this award”.

BNP Paribas MF Launches ‘Fill It, Click It And Send It’ Service

In order to maximize the distribution reach of its products and services and to make it easy for retail investors and distributors to submit the fund application forms, BNP Paribas Mutual Fund has launched investor friendly “Fill it, Click it and Send it” service. BNP Paribas Mutual Fund is the first AMC in India which has launched this service. The “Fill it, Click it and Send it” service will facilitate the investors and distributors to submit the application forms in three easy steps. The three steps are - filling of the application form, clicking photos of the application form and supporting document and emailing of the same to the designate email ids.

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS Reliance Securities calls a ‘Buy’ on Motherson Sumi CMP: Rs. 479

Target Rs. 529

Kotak Securities calls a ‘Sell’ on United Breweries CMP: Rs. 890

Target Rs. 700

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RBI Seeks More Funds For Recapitalisation Of Banks

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Tata Power talks to lenders to refinance Mundra UMPP loans BHEL commissions 82.5 MW hydro power unit in Uttarakhand Sandoz Inc recalls India-made anti-allergic tablets in US Reliance Capital Appoints B Gopkumar As CEO Of Broking And Distribution Business Housing.com acquires Realty Business Intelligence for 10 crore.

By A Business Reporter

he Reserve Bank yesterday said Rs 7,940 crore earmarked for recapitalisation of PSU banks in the current fiscal is not adequate and has asked Finance Ministry to increase the quantum of assistance in view of mounting bad loans and to support growth. "We have been suggesting to the Finance Ministry from time to time that the public sector banks need more capital than what budget has indicated. So, we have been raising this issue at various discussions and forums and it was also formally written by Reserve Bank of India," RBI Deputy Governor S S Mundra said here. "Budgeted amount which is over Rs 7,000 crore will not be adequate from the both perspective for enabling the bank for clean up of the books which is required and growth when it comes back, to support it," he said. Last fiscal, government infused Rs 6,990 crore in 9 public sector banks based on their

performance. Asked about additional quantum of infusion needed beyond the budget amount, Mundra said there is no single way of calculation on the requirement and it is based on various factors. "We have done some broad calculation for entire part of Basel-III committee implementation... What we are trying to indicate is that at this point of time because of certain stress on the book some capital would be consumed for cleaning of the books," he said. That cleaning is vital because when growth returns capital would be needed to support it, he said, adding that growth can be well supported with cleaner balance sheet rather than with a stress on books. "That is the whole idea of increased capital. It can partly help to clean the balance sheet. Make the balance sheet ready to support when growth returns, additional capital will support the growth also," he said. Talking about setting up of a trading platform for receivables,

Mundra said: "We have already invited applications and quite a few applications have been received by RBI. They are currently under scrutiny." Receivables are basically bills or monetary obligations owed to a company by its customers. If such trading platform is set up, then it would provide cash flow to MSME against such receivables. It will help them overcome cash crunch. "I would urge and hope that somehow if legislative process is brought in which makes mandatory for large corporates, public sector units and the government departments to compulsorily register on (receivables) trading platform so that when the small and medium units has done any supply to any of these institutions then the payment of receivables on due date becomes legal obligation," he said. "I believe recovery of dues is a major challenge for MSME so if it can become a legislative process or part of statute it will go a long way in supporting the sector," he said.

Citigroup Pegs India’s GDP Growth At 7.9% This Fiscal By A Business Reporter

ndia's GDP growth is likely to revive to 7.9% in the current financial year and then further up to 8.1% in 201617, driven by structural reforms and cyclical easing of the monetary policy, says a Citigroup report. According to the global financial services major, investment and consumption uptick is likely to result in a growth pick-up from 7.3% in 2014-15. "Going forward, given the ongoing trends of structural reforms, coupled with cyclical easing of the monetary policy by further 25 basis points in the current fiscal and range-bound commodity prices, India's growth is likely to revive to

7.9% in 2015-16 and towards 8.1% in 2016-17," Citigroup said in a research note. The report, however, cautioned that the recent spell of unseasonal rains - impacting around 10% of standing winter crops - and the forecast of a "deficient" monsoon pose a challenge to the ongoing improvement in growth inflation dynamics. The Met Department has predicted a deficient monsoon and revised downwards its forecast for this year to 88% of the Long Period Average from the earlier 93%. The North-West is expected to be hit the most. On structural reforms, Citigroup said: "We remain constructive on the structural reform agenda

UK’s Hardy In Talks To Buy Out Entire RIL Stake In GS-1 Block By A Business Reporter

K's Hardy Oil & Gas plc is in talks to acquire Reliance Industries' entire 90% stake in a gas discovery block off the Gujarat coast. RIL wants to exit Gujarat-Saurashtra offshore basin block (GS-01) as it feels that reserves discovered so far are not economically significant. "Hardy continued discussions with the operator to acquire their 90% interest and operatorship. General commercial terms have been agreed and a draft farmout agreement is under review by both parties," the UK firm said announcing operational and financial review of 2014-15 fiscal. It said the agreement for transfer of interest and operatorship will be subject to approval of the Govern-

ment. Hardy currently owns 10% interest in the block where a gas discovery, named Dhirubhai-33, was made in 2007. The well that discovered the reserves flowed 18.6 million standard cubic feet per day of gas and 415 barrels of condensate during tests. The GS-01 licence is located in the Gujarat-Saurashtra offshore basin off the west coast of India, northwest of the prolific Bombay High oil field, with water depths varying between 80 meters and 150 meters. The retained discovery area covers 600 square kilometers. Hardy said a field development plan (FDP) for Dhirubhai 33 natural gas discovery was submitted to the government for review and approval in 2012.

of the government. The less-contentious constitutional amendment Bill for GST is likely to be passed in the next monsoon session (midJuly)," the report said. However, the passage of the land Bill may be a challenge in the near term, especially in light of a poor monsoon forecast and upcoming state elections in September-October, it added. According to Citigroup, the government is currently focusing on institutional reforms, but the impact on growth will be felt over the medium term. The group said India's growth inflation dynamics has been improving steadily and there is "a fine set-up for a Goldilocks economy".

‘BSE: Journey Of An Inspiring Nation’ Book Launched At The 40th Skoch Summit

(L-R) Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO, BSE Ltd.; Sameer Kochhar, Chairman, Skoch Group; Maneka Sanjay Gandhi, Minister for Women and Child Development; S Ramadorai, Chairman, BSE Ltd.; Deena Mehta, MD, Asit C Mehta Investment Intermediaries Ltd. and Deepak B. Pathak, Director, Skoch Development Foundation at ‘BSE: Journey of an Inspiring Nation’ book launch at BSE yesterday.

India Inc’s M&A Deal Value Slumps 54% In May By A Business Reporter

orporate India announced mergers and acquisitions worth USD 2 billion through 47 deals in May, a decline of 54% in value terms, says a report. In May 2014, there were 52 transactions worth USD 4.38 billion, the report by Grant Thornton said. According to the assurance, tax and advisory firm, the deal tally in the first five months of this year amounted to USD 8.83 billion. The tally in January-May 2014 stood at USD 15.70 billion. As compared to April, deal activity in May fell (both in terms of volume and value), and the decline can be attributed to lower domestic and inbound M&A deal values primarily due to fewer big-ticket deals this month, compared to May 2014. "M&A activity has been trending downwards both in terms of volume and value, possibly because year-end financial results of companies have been below estimates and thus balance sheets continue to be in the red,"

Prashant Mehra – Partner at Grant Thornton India LLP said. This handicap limits the internal accrual ability to fund domestic transactions and the lack of debt availability for acquisition financing further magnifies the limitation, he said. Sector-wise, the retail and consumer sector witnessed deals worth USD 1 billion as large consolidations and internal restructuring are driving up the deal value in this segment. May saw Aditya Birla Group's acquisition of Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail for USD 853 million and Future Group-Future Retail's acquisition of Bharti Retail USD 121 million. Meanwhile, the month also witnessed the sixth-largest overseas acquisition in the pharma sector by an Indian company. Strides Arcolabs acquired Aspen Pharmacare's generic drug business in Australia for USD 300 million. Other top deals of the month include Bharti Enterprises acquiring 4.2% stake of Vodafone in group company Bharti Airtel for USD 200 million.

RUSSELL BRAND TO PERFORM IN BINDIA

RITISH funnyman Russell Brand is all set to perform in India for the first time as a part of the 2015 edition of the Comedy Central Chuckle Festival. The 40-year-old actor-comedian, who had a lavish wedding with pop star and former wife Katy Perry in Rajasthan in 2010, will be performing in three Indian cities including Delhi (June 26) Bengaluru (June 27) and Mumbai (June 28). "I love India very much. I am excited to be coming to the country I have so many happy memories. Plus I got married there... I am honoured to be performing at the Chuckle Festival. Namaste...," Brand, who has been to the country thrice, told PTI. Best known for his satire, whimsy and observational fun, Brand has also acted in films like Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Get Him to the Greek and voiced the character of Dr Nefario in Despicable Me 1 and it's sequel. The second edition of the Chuckle Festival, a destination venue for world-class comedy, is presented by Live Viacom 18. Popular stand-up comedian Vir Das will do the opening act in Mumbai and Bengaluru schedules of Brand's performance, whereas Papa CJ will be performing the inaugurating act in Delhi. "Having partnerships with artists around the globe has continually ensured that Live Viacom 18 continues to present vibrant world-class performances to a huge range of audiences in India... This time around who better than Russell Brand – a true heavyweight from the world of comedy to lead the show," said Jaideep Singh, Sr Vice President, Integrated Network Solution.

Remo wants to direct Hrithik in his ‘dream project’

horeographer-director Remo D'Souza has expressed a desire to make his dream project - a period drama film - with Hrithik Roshan. The ace choreographer, who is awaiting the release of his next directorial venture dance-drama 'ABCD 2', told PTI that he is very excited about the film. "I have one dream project and I am working on it. It's a period drama.. Epic movie. It is a very huge film. I don't think anyone will help but if 'ABCD 2' works, then they (filmmakers) might trust. And if it happens, I will make it," Remo said. Remo said he has Hrithik Roshan in his mind for the film and is looking for a

Hollywood face to play the female lead. "I have Hrithik Roshan in mind. For actress, I have to cast somebody from Hollywood. It will be the only film that will have no dance but only action," Remo said. The 'F.A.L.T.U' helmer said his wish of making south superstar Rajinikanth, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bahchan, and choreographer-director Prabhu Deva dance, has been fulfilled and now it is actress Madhuri Dixit who features on his wish-list. "I would love to make Madhuri Dixit dance. If I do a film with her, it definitely has to be a 'Madhuri Dixit-film'. I don't want to cast her in a small role. I will do a fullfledged dance film with her," he said. "There are some ideas in mind right now, but let's see how it shapes up. For last four years I am sitting with her (referring to judging dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa') and we chat and talk about it. She says whenever you are ready with it, please let me know." Remo's other project is a superherodrama film 'Turbanator' starring Tiger Shroff and Jacqueline Fernandez. "This film is with Jacqueline Fernandez and Tiger Shroff. It's a superhero film and there is lots of action. You will see Tiger flying and doing all kinds of super hero stuff," he said.

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shq-vishq and now shaadi-vaadi! Popular 30-plus ‘eligible’ lover-boy Shahid Kapur will be plunging into matrimony by mid-July with his Delhi-based graduate girlfriend Meera Rajput, according to close friends of the actor.

Shahid Kapur to renounce his bachelorhood

Phataa Poster Nikla ‘Dulha’! An eminent director (preferring anonymity) who has worked with the actor surmised that the Kapur possibly wanted to just fly far away from India. The affable Shahid seems fascinated by the locales and rich heritage of Greece, hence he decided to get married in that European country, says his buddy. It may be recalled that Shahid won the Filmfare Award for his sterling performance in the recent ‘Haider’, based on Shakespeare’s classic 'Othello'. An uncanny coincidence that, in his current under-production ‘Shaandar’ the story has heroine Alia Bhatt playing the ‘bride’ and Shahid as the ‘dulha’ and both opt for a ‘destination wedding’ on a European location. Nearly a dozen of his wellwishers, including film-maker Vishal Bharadwaj are expected to fly down to Athens in mid-July for the nuptial revelry. Curiously enough, there is a considerable age difference between Shahid and his pretty

(non-filmy) fiancée Meera. Reacts one of Shahid’s female co-stars, “That’s hardly an issue. In any case Shahid is so cool, grounded and a young-at-heart soul-mate that he will easily get along with her.” Will the ‘shaadi-shuda’ tag affect his female fan-following? “No way. Shahid’s loyal fans love him for his intense performances and dancing skills on-screen. His off-screen status will ideally not affect his popularity,” shrugs Ken Ghosh, who had directed him in his debut movie ‘Ishq Vishk’. Meanwhile Shahid’s mother, former actress Neelima Azeem, is delighted with her son’s choice. “It looks as if they are made-for-eachother. Meera is so warm and caring and they seem to have very compatible vibes. It's so heartening, that Shahid is finally settling down and I am bringing in our bahu-rani,” enthused the exuberant Neelima who incidentally had also played his ‘on-screen’ mother in ‘Ishq Vishk’.

Prabhu sure knows the right moves! By Sandeep Hattangadi

rabhu Deva is known as the undoubted 'king of dance' and now he is also known as a star in Hindi films after the sleeper hit 'ABCD' and now in it’s sequel he has an important role to play. When asked Prabhu about his role in the film, the reticent actor who is a bit uneasy in Hindi, says that he has an important role as a dancer in a troupe who go to Las Vegas to participate in an International Dancing Competition and surprisingly wins it. He adds further, that director Remo D’Souza was an absolute delight to work with and they were on the same page as to how the dances should be performed. Prabhu also has a few good words to say about the lead pair Varun Dhawan and Shraddha

Kapoor who respected him a lot and were eager to learn for him even though he couldn’t converse much in Hindi. About Prabhu, they say that he is a 'silent performer' on the sets and he affirms it and says he is always practicing his dancing steps on the sets rather than mingling with other people. Prabhu is also a celebrated director who is directing Akshay Kumar starrer ‘Singh is Bling' and says that this will be a landmark film. We ask him whether it’s easy for him to direct a film since he is not so fluent in Hindi, he says unassumingly, “I can understand Hindi very well and can even speak a little but I have an unit which is very helpful and even my stars are cooperative and I speak to them in English.” He adds, “I have a very good tuning with Akshay and Ajay Devgn”. No doubt about his directorial abilities after ‘Rowdy Rathore’, ‘Action Jackson’, and 'R-Rajkumar'. Prabhu Deva sure knows the right moves!

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HERE was time when weepy melodramas used to be called ‘Ladies Picture’ by the film trade circles. In these films, women underwent major suffering, but everything was sorted out in time for the happy ending.

Actors Aamir Khan and Anushka Sharma with filmmakers Rajkumar Hirani and Vidhu Vinod Chopra during the success party of film PK in Mumbai on Wednesday.

RINGSIDE VIEW Deepa Gahlot Wandering husbands returned, nasty mothers-in-law were softened, ungrateful children chastised. Women in the audiences wept with the character on screen, and came out of the theatre after a cleansing catharsis, so that they could return to their own dreary lives. The industry recognized this ‘Ladies’ demographic and catered to it, till the family social went out of fashion. But after the success of Kangana Ranaut starrer Tanu Weds Manu Returns, which has made the mandatory Rs.100 crore to stand alongside the hits by male stars, the ‘Ladies Special’ might just have made a comeback. Kangana’s Tanu Weds Manu and Queen did very well too, and suddenly, she is the superstar whose success nobody

EEPIKA, 29, joins filmmakers Anurag Kashyap, Farhan Akhtar and Karan Johar, among others on the board of trustees of the MAMI film festival. "MAMI is India's leading film festival and I am proud to be on its board. It's a wonderful space to discover and nurture fresh talent, build audiences and interact with other talents from across the world," Deepika told PTI. Last year, the Mumbai Film

Kangana Ranaut in a scene from Tanu Weds Manu Returns. could have anticipated. The change happened quietly and gradually — films like Kahaani, English Vinglish, Mary Kom and Piku being driven by their female stars. Now the industry is not so resistant to making what they call “women oriented films”. Apart from a change in movie content, there is a change in the audiences too — a film that has romance, strong women and family values attract more female audiences too. Unlike the old days when the man of the house decided on the family’s entertainment because he doled out the money, now women

can buy their own tickets and see whatever they want. The multiplex audience consists of more youngsters, who go for date movies, which also means women have a somewhat larger say about their movie preferences, than they did a few years earlier. The films with female stars are no longer weepy melodramas about tormented wives, but are about gutsy women. In Hollywood, the films dismissively labeled ‘chick flicks’ are actually empowering in a way, since they are about women, and are more often

Actress Deepika Padukone, who has become a board member of the Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image (MAMI) film festival, says it is a great platform to nurture fresh talent.

than not, produced by female stars. This makes it possible for frothy romances as well as films like Wild (about a solo female hiker played by Reese Witherspoon) to get made. It’s still not a level-playing field in Hollywood, but the female stars are not such an abject bunch as they are in Bollywood — with just a few exceptions. What makes Kangana Ranaut’s achievement noteworthy is that she is not an industry kid, or beauty queen or supermodel – she came from a small town and struggled her way to the top. If she leads the change in the status of women in Bollywood, she deserves to. has found its patrons, Reliance Jio and Star Network who see the rightful potential of MAMI and have joined hands with us to take the festival to the next level," said Rao. (MAMI) unveiled its new and vibrant brand identity for the 17th Mumbai Film Festival with its sponsor partners -Title Sponsor Partner, Reliance Jio Infocomm (RJIL) and Associate Sponsor Partner, STAR India. "Films are a celebration of life they add joy, educate us,

‘MAMI fest wonderful space

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Festival faced a lot of hurdles to gather funds. Many prominent personalities had donated substantial amounts for staging the event. Along with Chairperson Kiran Rao and festival director, Anupama Chopra, other members of the new board of trustees are Vikramaditya Motwane, Riteish Deshmukh, Anand Mahindra, Chairman

and MD, Mahindra Group, Ajay Bijli, Chairman and MD, PVR Pvt Ltd and Siddharth Roy Kapur, MD, Disney. This year, the board has roped in Jio -- a digital venture of Reliance - to support the festival for the next three years. "We are delighted to announce that the Mumbai Film Festival

provoke us and make us think. Films influence our lives in many ways. Jio is Reliance's next generation business and also a celebration of life. "It is ushering in the digital age and is bringing fast internet services to all of India," Nita Ambani, Founder & Chairperson, Reliance Foundation, said. The 17th Mumbai Film Festival will be held here from October 29 to November 5.

Aamir, Anushka celebrate ‘PK’s China success S

UPERSTAR Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma and director Rajkumar Hirani, whose film 'PK' recently grossed 100 million yuan (US $16.70 million) in China, celebrated the movie's success with other Bollywood stars. Aamir, who played an alien in the satirical sci-fi comedy, turned up in a Chinese attire much to the amusement of the guests, reports PTI. The 50-year-old actor's family, including wife Kiran Rao, ex-wife, Reena, daughter Ira and nephew Imran Khan also came out to support the film's successful run in China. Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who will be next seen in 'PK' producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra's upcoming film 'Wazir', also attended the bash. "At the celebration party for 'PK'... And the joy of seeing the joys of others... Vinod, Raju and the wonderful Anushka", Bachchan posted on Facebook alongside pictures from the party. Kangana Ranaut, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Anil Kapoor, lyricist Javed Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, director

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan during the success party of film PK in Mumbai on Wednesday evening.

Imtiaz Ali, Sharman Joshi, Jackie Shroff, Tabu, Boman Irani, Aditi Rao Hyadri, Sanjay Dutt's wife Maanyata, Sushant Singh Rajput and girlfriend Ankita Lokhande, Congress politician Priya Dutt and UTV Disney head honcho Siddharth Roy Kapur were also present at the bash. 'PK' became the first Indian film to touch the three-figure mark in the largely restrictive Chinese movie market.

Actors Anil Kapoor and Ranveer Singh celebrate the success party of film PK on Wednesday.

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 979

ENIGMA CODE 979 Each colour in our code represents a letter. When you have cracked the code you will be able to make up seven words. The clue to first word is given to help you get started.

ACROSS: 1 Father phoned for Malay knife (6) 5 The girl comes at last with the milky drink (6) 10 Take advantage of a spectacular feat (7) 11 Choose to paint a different colour from the rest (4,3) 12 Pals I'd going round in tartans (6) 15 Encouraged, despite failure at the rodeo! (6) 16 Speak in support of getting robbed (5,2) 17 Strike over the eye (4) 18 Holiday resorts (4) 19 Had a meal when about to call with edges? (7) 20 Member of parliament taking us up at a low point (4) 22 Fight like a Pole (4) 25 Changes gears, points and lubricants (7) 27 Rivers, initially with topless divers, cease to flow (3,3) 28 Pour tea CND spilled (6) 31 Rascally Rex removed his van (7) 32 Grass container in this place (7) 33 Bother with tomato slice and some china (3,3) 34 After tea one is in the water, or about to fall there (6)

DOWN: 2 Crazy snake has swallowed a fruit, it seems ! (7) 3 A hole is so big that one steers clear of it (6) 4 He was barbarous in handling others (4) 5 Stored for my sake somewhat upto a point ! (4) 6 Experimental model to deride aloft (4,2) 7 Accumulate shares that have increased in value? (5,2) 8 Correspondent found in open palaver (6) 9 Musical studies (6) 13 Cook first abandoned the rails (4-3) 14 Malicious gossip can break rising young men (7) 15 Showing astonishment when hidden

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The Clue: Monsoon downpour

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S ENIGMA CODE DAMAGE, MANNED, DEMAND, MANAGE, EMEAN, MADDEN, MADAME

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MATH PYRAMID 979 microphone is spotted (3-4) 20 Risk he has wrongly taken to get the bird (6) 21 Ordinary criminal unnamed (7) 23 Calm when bill is discovered in coat (7)

24 25 26 29 30

A bad egg? (6) Particles of smallest weight (6) Use art training to be an artist? (6) Fired - drink (4) Bird talk (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 9 Heats, 10 Imaginary, 11 Worsted, 12 Taken up, 13 Candy, 15 Far, 16 Hue, 17 Pac, 19 Carrier, 20 Sub, 23 Rot, 24 Cod, 25 Savoy, 27 Matches, 29 Mocking, 32 Laryngeal, 33 Fleas. DOWN: 1 Thew, 2 Matron, 3 Isn’t, 4 Find, 5 Mastermind, 6 Wink, 7 Painless, 8 Myopic, 13 Cop, 14 Yacht, 15 Forecaster, 16 Harps, 18 Curators, 21 Bey, 22 Wimple, 26 Voiced, 28 Hint, 29 Milk, 30 Cuff, 31 Gust.

QUICK CROSS 979

ACROSS: 1 Ledger listing (4) 5 Delineated (4) 6 Attach (3,2) 8 Bristles (5) 10 Not easy (5) 12 Hence (4) 13 One kind of jacket (4)

The goal of Math Pyramid is to fill the given pyramid with numbers such that the following three rules are satisfied. 1. A cell value must be sum or difference of the two cells below 2. A row cannot have duplicate numbers 3. A number cannot be less than 1 or more than the grid size

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1 Insecticide, in short (3) 2 Timeline divisions (4) 3 Produce (5) 4 Like certain sloths (3-4) 7 Pacific island republic (5) 9 Custard ingredients (4) 11 All the rage (3)

HIDATO 979

The goal of Hidato is to fill the grid with consecutive numbers that connect horizontally, vertically, or diagonally from first to the last number in the grid. The first and last numbers of a puzzle and a some other numbers are already filled in. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

MATHDOKU 979

Place numbers into the puzzle cells in such a way that each row and column contains each of the digits from 1 up to the size of the puzzle (4,5 or 6). Like a Sudoku puzzle, no number is repeated in any row or column. Each bold-outlined group of cells contains a hint consisting of a number and one of the mathematical symbols + x - /. The number is the result of applying the mathematical operation represented by the symbol to the digits contained within the domain. The solution to each puzzle is arrived at logically and is unique. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

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Moon in Pisces till 9.39 a.m. Yogini Ekadashi Revati Meen (Pisces) D.Ch.Z. Golden Brown 4

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: You need to maintain the pace at work to retain your position of advantage. For fresh ventures you should seek advice of some experts and close associates before making any commitments. Property matters, educational affairs, and romance, all come under favorable spell. Everything in fact, seems to proceed positively. At times you may be torn between your duty to family and the needs of your beloved. BABIES BORN TODAY: Will have a good physique, attractive and tall. Girls can be called beautiful. Will be healthy and long-lived. Will be orthodox, where culture is concerned but can be outgoing, stubborn and ambitious. An interest in science historical research, and ancient cultures or poetry will lead to success. Will be happy and fortunate. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Take advantage of the present good phase. Your work will require you to move amongst influential people and make important contacts. Some of you will receive offers for a job, but it will in your interest to work on contract or on the basis of assignment. This way you will make more money. The married will also be able to resolve their differences and find love all over again. Some of you may get a marriage proposal that is worth considering.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): Make sure that you hold on to the money that you receive. Do not invest your money recklessly. Investments in some land or property are indicated. A new business in collaboration within the family is likely. Some of you may either buy or get an expensive present from someone.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): A busy day at work, but you will be able to complete your assignment. A friend, or someone from out of town, will be visiting you or will be in touch. Fresh investments will register gains faster than you had anticipated. With most activities scheduled for afternoon, you could end up feeling quite tired by evening.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): You will be full of fresh ideas and schemes and also have the ability to take risk in implementing your plans. Success is certain. Joint ventures or partnership with a close friend or colleague has the making of a profitable alliance in the long run. Your beloved or mate will go all out to make it up to you for past digressions.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): You will be surprised at some unexpected gains that are likely to come your way. Bide your time for any new investment. A minor health problem could be irritating. Take time off to devote to a personal interest to relax. Besides you may not have called or spoken to someone who loves you and is waiting.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): Try to safeguard your interests by lying low, and by avoiding any change in your work strategy. Stick to what you know best at work. Do not try to get too familiar with a person your mate or beloved is jealous of or you could be landing yourself in deep trouble.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): Today you may have to decide on what your priorities are between work and relaxation. It is difficult for others to imagine how busy you are. People tend to misunderstand your passion with work. You could be accused of being asocial and aloof. Call it a day early and plan an outing in your own interest.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): Meetings today are certain to be a success. The signing of a crucial deal leads to gains. You will be full of fresh ideas and schemes and also keen to take risks in implementing plans. You have ample support from associates. You will spend money on entertaining. You may feel attracted towards someone who has shown an interest in you. A happy gettogether with loved ones is indicated.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): A lack of confidence may make you doubt your own judgment. Do not give in to such negative thoughts. Carry on with your work, success is assured. If you are given a difficult assignment, consider it as a challenge and do it with all sincerity and you will win accolades. Insecurity in a romantic association could be upsetting. It would be better to discuss what is on your mind rather than let your imagination run away with you.

CAPRICORN (December 21 January 19): You will have to be careful in money matters and avoid giving loans or even taking them. At work you will do well but be tactful and do not express your frank opinion in midst of people whom you are not familiar with. Something good will happen at home and an atmosphere of cordiality will prevail.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): You will have a busy satisfying day at work, when profits will accrue and new assignments are also likely. Wait for a more favorable time before you launch your expansion plans. It seems there will be several changes within your work. The evening is spent with your friends and beloved.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): Travel on a business tour to an important centre is likely and will prove profitable. Besides work use this opportunity to renew old ties with business associates. Socially you will have a very busy day when you will be attending a lot of functions and meetings. A long distance call on phone may bring in pleasant news. You will be rushing to complete formalities for a happy occasion to be celebrated.

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QUICK CROSSWORD 5301 ACROSS: 1 Capital of Zambia (6) 5 Printing measures (3) 8 Black "bone" anagram? (4) 9 Aladdin, Fingal, had one (4) 10 Members of a monastic order? (6) 11 Reference mark (9) 13 Test or examination in brief (4) 15 Japanese drama (3) 16 Temporary exemption (5) 17 Walked through water or some impeding medium (5) 20 "Scots Wha __" (Burns poem) (3) 22 Honey insect (3) 23 Muslim veil (5) 24 Of or pertaining to gold (5) 26 Pet name for Alfred (3) 27 Helping of medicine (4) 28 Lead _ ___ ___ : have a miserable existence? (1,4,4) 31 Dhirubhai of Reliance Industries Ltd.? (6) 32 Antitoxins (4) 33 South Indian dialect (4) 34 Change the colour of (3) 35 Port in Belgium (6) DOWN: 1 ____ drive : a stroke which puts the ball high up in the air? (6) 2 Capital of Jammu and Kashmir (8) 3 Pavement edge (4) 4 Nonresidence or truant (7) 5 Foreign name - "once H" anagram? (5) 6 Impurities layer (4) 7 Supervise, regulate or manage (7) 12 Notice of exception, abbr. (3) 14 TV's talking horse (4) 18 Ex-India all-rounder __ Ali (4)

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SUDOKU 2487 Sudoku is a number placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid such several given numbers.To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every digit from 1 to 9 must appear in each of the nine vertical columns, in each of the nine horizontal rows and in each of the nine boxes.

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Difficulty Level:

CRYPTOQUIP

Today’s clue: Q equals H

The Cryptoquip is a substitution cipher in which one letter stands for another.

19 Adorn with fashionable or beautiful things (8) 20 The cardinal number equal to 10 x 10 (7) 21 A wild ox; a bison (7) 24 Mohammad ___ : "I am the great-

est" boxer? (3) 25 Dared (6) 26 Having wings - "at lea" anagram? (5) 29 Well-pleased (4) 30 Australian birds (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Alto, 4 Thrall, 8 Vis, 10 Knit, 13 Shillong, 14 Highway, 15 Yeasty, 17 Drum major, 21 One, 22 Aag, 23 Iff, 26 Arbitrary, 27 Skopje, 28 Talking, 32 Incensed, 34 Onze, 35 Tal, 36 On loan, 37 Thee. DOWN: 1 Ankh, 2 Twig, 3 Visa, 5 Halter, 6 Ado, 7 Leg bye, 9 Shy, 11 Nitro, 12 Thyme, 15 Yogi, 16 Sofa, 18 Undo, 19 Aare, 20 Jab, 23 Iroko, 24 Franz, 25 Eskimo, 26 Ajanta, 28 Tet, 29 Adar, 30 Inch, 31 Gene, 33 Col.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 2306 To solve an Irregular Sudoku puzzle, every digit must appear once in: Each of the vertical columns Each of the horizontal rows Each of the regions

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S L C X J F U , A M C F C L R B U

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: Maybe the most any of us can expect of ourselves isn't perfection but progress.

Afternoon WORD MINE

How many words of four or more letters can you make from the letters shown in today’s puzzle? In making a word, each letter may be used once only. Each word must contain the letter at the top of the pyramid. There should be at least one nine letter word. Plurals, foreign words and proper names are not allowed. Today’s ratings: 05 average; 06 good; 08 outstanding. YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: coward, CRACKDOWN, craw, crow, crowd, crown, dawn, down, draw, drawn, drown, know, onward, wand, ward, warn, word, work, worn, wrack.

HEATHCLIFF

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DHONI 23RD ON RICH LIST

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Skipper MS Dhoni sole Indian in Forbes list of world’s richest athletes

By Yoshita Singh

Tiger Woods who banked $115 million in 2008," Forbes said. EW YORK: Cricketer MahenMayweather's May 2 fight against dra Singh Dhoni is among Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao Forbes magazine's 100 high- crushed multiple boxing financial est-paid athletes in the world, the records, including USD 13 million in only Indian sportsman on the list sponsorships. Only two women that has been topped again by Amer- made the 2015 Forbes list after the reican boxer Floyd Mayweather and in- tirement of Chinese tennis player Li cludes golfer TigerWoods, tennis star Na last year. Russian professional Roger Federer and Portuguese soccer tennis player Maria Sharapova is the player Cristiano Ronaldo. top-ranked women at number 26 Dhoni has been ranked 23rd on with earnings of USD 29.7 million. the Forbes list of The World's HighSharapova bounced back from an est-Paid Athletes 2015, dropping a injury riddled 2013 to win the 2014 notch from his ranking of 22 last year. Dhoni's total earnings stood at USD 31 million, including amount from salary/winnings at USD 4 million and endorsements worth USD 27 million. The 33-year old cricketer retired from Test cricket at the end of 2014, ceding his Indian national team captainship to fellow star Virat Kohli but remains India's skipper at the One Day International and T20 levels. "He led India to the semifinal round of the 2015 CricketWorld Cup before suffering a loss to eventual champion Australia, and in May the Chennai Super Kings went to the IPL Finals for the sixth time in his eight years as team captain," Forbes said. He is also co-producing 'M.S Dhoni: The Untold Story,' an upcoming biopic that has been "fraught with delays but has already funneled some three millions into the Indian star's pockets". The earnings figures include salaries, prize money and bonuses paid out between June 2014 and June 2015. Mayweather retains the top spot this year with earnings of USD 300 million, more than double the previous high for an athlete. This is the third time in four years that Mayweather was ranked as the world's highest-paid athlete, Forbes said. "Mayweather's $300 million year shatters the record for athlete earnings, which was previously held by

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French Open, triggering lucrative bonuses from sponsors like Nike and Head, Forbes said. American tennis player Serena Williams earned USD 24.6 million and ranks number 47 on the list. The world's top-ranked tennis player captured her 20th Grand Slam singles title at the French Open. Her USD 72 million in career prize money is double that of Sharapova, her closest competitor. The 100 highest-paid athletes made USD 3.2 billion in total over the last 12

months, up 17 percent from the previous year. Pacquiao ranks second on the list with total earnings of USD 160 million followed by Real Madrid's Ronaldo with earnings of USD 79.6 million. Federer ranks fifth with earnings of USD 67 million, including USD 58 million from sponsors, exhibitions and appearance fees. Federer dropped to No. 7 in the world tennis rankings in 2013 but he rebounded last year to finish 2014 in second. LeBron James is the National Basketball Association's (NBA) top-earning player and ranks sixth among all athletes at USD 64.8 million.

Former England wicketkeeper Matt Prior retires F

EW DELHI: Riding on a semifinal finish at the Indonesia Super Series Premier badminton tournament, Commonwealth Games champion Parupalli Kashyap regained his place inside the top 10 in the latest BWF's world ranking, release. A former World No. 6, Kashyap, who became the first Indian in 14 years to beat a reigning world number one player when he eked out a hardfought 14-21 21-17 21-14 win over Chen Long of China last week, rose two places to grab the 10th spot in men's singles ranking. Compatriot K Srikanth continued to be the best-placed Indian male shuttler at the third position, while Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal, too, improved a place to reach the second spot in women's singles ranking. Two-time bronze medallist at the World Championship, P V Sindhu remained static at 14th owing to her lose to Hsu Ya Ching of Chinese Taipei in the first round of Indonesia Open. Commonwealth Games silver medallist pair of Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa also surged ahead to reach the 15th spot in the women's doubles category after improving two places. No Indian men's or mixed doubles pairs were inside the top 25 ranking.

Second day’s play called off in Indo-Bangla Test

ONDON: Former England wicketkeeper Matt Prior announced today that he has retired at the age of 33 due to injury. Prior made the last of his 79 Test appearances against India at Lord's 11 months ago before undergoing surgery on his Achilles tendon. He had hoped to return to action with Sussex in this season's County Championship, but having failed to recover full fitness, he has decided to walk away. "Today is a very sad day for me, as I am forced to announce my retirement from the game I love," Prior said in a statement released by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

By Anisur Rahman

ATULLAH: Rain played spoilsport yet again as the second day of the one-off cricket Test between India and Bangladesh was called off without a single delivery being bowled. India ended the rain-hit first day at 239 for no loss in 56 overs with opener Shikhar Dhawan unbeaten on 150 in company of Murali Vijay on 89. With weather forecast painting a gloomy picture, there is every possibility of heavens opening up in the remaining three days which might leave Virat Kohli's men with very little time to take 20 wickets and enforce an outright result in the match.

Bangladesh’s ground staff pull covers on the field following a spell of rain during the second day of the test cricket match between Bangladesh and India in Fatullah, Bangladesh on Thursday.

Kohli, who is eager to get on with the proceedings, might just feel a tad frustrated at the turn of events which are beyond his control. However, the most interesting piece of statistic that has emerged out of this already rain-marred game is the fact that this is the very first time that a Test match is being played in Bangladesh in the month of June. According to statistics published in ESPN Cricinfo, 50 Test matches (including the current one) so far have been held in Bangladesh and never ever has a Test match been played in the months of June, July, August or September, which is peak monsoon season in this part of the world.

INDIA GO DOWN 1-2 AGAINST OMAN

IN 2018 FIFA WC QUALIFIER B 30

ENGALURU: An inexperienced Indian football side gave a good fight before going down 1-2 against Oman in the home leg match of the 2018 World Cup Preliminary Qualification round. Oman, ranked 40 places above India in the FIFA chart at 101, scored through Qasim Said (first minute) and Imad AlHosani (40th, penalty) while Sunil Chhetri was on target for India with a superb goal in the 26th minute. The 19,000-odd crowd at the Kanteerava Stadium thought that India had equalised in the 69th minute but to their dismay, the linesman ruled that Robin was offside. C K Vineeth essayed a cross from the right towards Oman goal and defender Sallam Amur flicked the ball into his own net but the linesman thought that Robin was in off-side position before that. India coach Stephen Constantine gave debut to four players, including three in the back four, and the inexperienced showed as the home side were in the backfoot from the beginning by conceding a goal in the first minute. Then, a debutant Dhanachandra Singh went for a reckless challenge on an Oman attacker to concede the decisive penalty. In fact, the most experienced Indian players after the duo of Sunil Chhetri and goalkeeper Subrata Paul, who each have played more than 50 international matches, were captain Arnab Mondal and Robin Singh -- who each have donned India colours in 10odd matches. The fancied Oman dominated the match throughout

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the 26th minute to the celebration of home fans. Chhetri, who has had an indifferent I-League season with just two goals, latched on to a weak clearance from an Oman defender following a Rino Anto throw in and unleashed a left footer from the top of the box which swerved and struck the post before hitting the net. India, however, conceded the lead to Oman in the 40th minute with Dhanachandra going for a reckless challenge on Eid Mohammed inside the Indian box and the referee pointed to the dreaded spot. Imad Al Hosani stepped up to send the ball to the wrong side of Paul in his second attempt after the referee ordered re-take as another Oman player entered the box before the first attempt. The second half did not produce any goals with Oman doing most of the attack. India had the best chance for an equaliser in the injury added time but Chhetri fell inside the Oman box after a challenge from opposition defender Al Mukhaini. The Indian striker thought that it was a penalty Indian football player Sunil Chhetri celebrate with team mates after a goal but the referee was not interagainst Oman during the FIFA World cup 2018 qualifying match at ested. Kanteerava stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday. India travelled to Oman for their away match on June 16. with several shots at the Indian put them ahead in less than 30 Chhetri later rued conceding goal while the home side had seconds into the match from an early goal and then giving just a couple of goal-bound at- the first goal-bound attack. away a penalty against a strong tempts. The Indian backline Goalkeeper Subrata Paul de- side like Oman. were under severe pressure try- nied Oman another goal in the "We conceded a goal in the ing to fend incessant Oman at- 10th minute as he tipped over first minute and then gave tackers and the home side were a Al Khaldi free kick. away a penalty. It's difficult to lucky not to have lost the India's chances were few come back against a strong match by a bigger margin with higher-ranked Oman side like Oman after conceding largely due to poor finishing by dominating the proceedings these goals. It could have been visiting team. early on. But, star striker 1-1 at the half time and the reIt did not take long for Oman Chhetri rought India back into sult could have been different," to take the lead as Qasim Said the match with a superb goal in he said.

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Former cricketer and under-19 Cricket team coach Rahul Dravid with students of a Government Higher Primary school during an event in Bengaluru on Thursday.

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engaluru: Former India captain Rahul Dravid feels that Virat Kohli needs to be given enough time to settle as the leader of the pack in Test cricket and the upcoming home engagements will help him establish well. "India will be playing a lot many home series in the span of two-and-a-half years, which is going to be a good chance for them to establish themselves. It will give Virat Kohli as Test captain the time to settle, and I think he needs time. We need to be patient with Virat, need to give him time and allow him to grow in his role," Dravid said at an event organised by P&G Shiksha. India has started off well against Bangladesh but disappointingly they have not been able to play a lot of cricket, Dravid said. Dravid, who will coach India A and U-19 teams, said the youngsters will get an opportunity to impress the selectors in the upcoming series. "Youngsters - selected for India A and U-19 team - will get chance to exhibit their

talents and force selectors to take note of their performances in coming series," he said. India A is preparing for a home series against Australia A and South Africa A in July and August. Dravid said for the coaching role as it gives him an opportunity to help the young players. Asked about the new advisory panel's recommendation of increasing the overseas trips of junior teams and organising tours a year earlier in countries where the senior team are scheduled to play a major tournament or series, Dravid said, "It is a question of managing the schedule and managing the time frame - the challenge before us is where do you play in this time of the year." However, the ideal time for India A and U-19 teams would be to play just after IPL or before the start of domestic season, Dravid added. Earlier interacting with P&G students, Dravid said his favourite subject as a student was history and chemistry, but was poor in maths.

Pawar in fray with three Indian womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team leaves for Hockey World League N others for MCA prez post M

UMBAI: NCP chief Sharad Pawar and three others have filed nominations for the post of president at the elections of the Mumbai Cricket Association scheduled on June 17, the MCA announced today. As per the list of valid nominations received for the elections and released through a media release by MCA, incumbent Pawar and his group members Ravi Savant and BJP MLA Ashish Shelar, along with rival group's candidate Vijay Patil, are in the fray to contest for the president's post. "They are only dummy nominations," said a member of the ruling Bal Mahaddalkar group, which is supporting Pawar, regarding the nominations filed by outgoing vice president Ravi Sa-

vant and Shelar. With June 13 designated as the deadline for withdrawal of nominations, Savant and Shelar are expected to drop out of the fray leaving Pawar in a straight fight against Patil, who is leading the "Cricket First" group in the elections. Shelar has also filed his nomination for the vice president's post along with Mahaddalkar group member and former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar, while Savant's name is there among those who have filed nominations for the two joint secretary's post.

EW DELHI: The Indian women's hockey team left for Antewrp, Belgium to compete in the Hockey World League Semi-Final 2015 from June 20 to July 5. India is placed in Pool B with Australia, New Zealand, Belgium and Poland and will be playing their opening match against Belgium on June 20. The 18-member squad, led by Ritu Rani, is aiming high and has been practicing meticulously under the headship of their newly appointed Chief Coach Mathias Ahrens. Speaking just before the departure, Ritu said, "This tournament is extremely important for us." "Clinching the title of the FIH Hockey World League Round 2 has boosted the team's confidence and we hope to perform and beat the teams ahead of us on the FIH ranking which will help us book the all important place in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Indian Women Hockey Team takes off to Belgium for Fintro Hockey World League Semi-Final 2015 in New Delhi. "We have worked on our penalty corner conversions and we are looking at a positive result at the end of the tournament." Commenting on the team's preparations, Ahrens said he is confident of good results.

"While we have worked on various strategies, the goalkeepers on their end have been practicing on their reaction time. "That I think will be the key as they have to ensure that they do not give away

easy goals. The team realizes that the tournament is very important that they are leaving nothing to chance," he said. The Hockey World League Semi-Final will feature 10 teams divided in two pools.

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Brazil legend Zico to stand for FIFA presidency

OLOGNE (GERMANY): Jurgen Klinsmann's USA shocked Germany with a 2-1 victory in a friendly as the Stars and Stripes followed up their win over the Netherlands by beating the world champions. Bobby Wood, who plays for Germany's third division side Erzgebirge Aue, scored the winner just before the final whistle to seal the Americans' deserved victory. It capped a dream few days for the 22-year-old who also hit the winner when the USA fought back to stun the Netherlands 4-3 in Amsterdam last Friday. Again the USA fought back from a goal down to cap a strong display as Germany suffered their third defeat since winning the World Cup last year. "That was a fun little game with a good end for us," beamed Klinsmann, who has coached the USA since 2011 and steered Germany to third at the 2006 World Cup. "My players are very happy and the way things developed in the second half, the victory was well deserved. "This success will give American football even more attention." The defeat was not what Germany needed before their Euro 2016 qualifier on Saturday when they face bottom side Gibraltar away in Faro, Portugal, as they look to claim top spot in their group. But after their Dutch win, it was a confidence booster for the USA as they prepare to host the CONCACAF Gold Cup next month. "Our energy levels dropped as the game went on and we couldn't respond so well," rued Germany coach Joachim Loew. "If we had taken our chances at the start of the game, the USA would certainly not have come back

Poor finishing bothers Germany coach Joachim Loew

United States' Michael Bradley and Germany's Christoph Kramer challenge for the ball during the soccer friendly match between Germany and the United States in Cologne, Germany on Wednesday. from two or three-nil down." Mario Goetze's first-half goal for Germany in Cologne was cancelled out by Mikkel Diskerud's equaliser just before the half-time break before Wood struck the decisive blow late on. "That was inconvenient, we must play better football on Saturday, then we won't get into trouble again," said Goetze. It was Klinsmann's second win over his former side Germany, coached by his former assistant Loew, after America's friendly win in Washington in 2013. But Loew's team won when it mattered in the group stages in Brazil last year. After a bright start, especially from debutant Patrick Herrmann, Germany took the lead when Bayern Munich's Goetze hit his third international goal since netting the winner in the World

Gulf states defend Qatar 2022 World Cup UBAI: Gulf Arab countries have also drawn criticism from D offered support for Qatar as international human rights and host of the 2022 World Cup as labour organisations.

criticism grows over the choice of the desert nation as the venue for world soccer's top event. Swiss and U.S. authorities are investigating both Russia and Qatar's successful campaigns to stage the 2018 and 2022 tournaments. FIFA, world soccer's governing body, has said the countries may be stripped of the cup if evidence emerges of bribery in the bidding. Qatar denies any corruption was involved. The decision to hold the tournament in Qatar was already controversial because of its extreme summer heat, which caused FIFA to move it to winter, forcing domestic leagues to change their schedules. The deaths of migrant workers while building new stadiums has

The United Arab Emirates state news agency WAM and the Qatari state news agency QNA said Gulf information ministers had called Qatar's winning of the hosting rights "a success for all the states of the GCC". "The information ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council renewed their call to confront through the media anyone who seeks to question the eligibility of the State of Qatar to organise the 2022 World Cup," WAM and QNA said in indentical reports. U.S. prosecutors stunned international soccer last month by indicting 14 senior administrators and business figures, including FIFA officials, over alleged bribery and corruption in the sport. The scandal turned the spotlight again on the Qatar bid.

Cup final. Herrmann finished a blistering run by cutting in from the right wing and rolled a pass across the box for the unmarked Goetze to fire home on 13 minutes. But the Stars and Stripes deservedly drew level on 41 minutes when midfielder Michael Bradley, a former Borussia Moenchengladbach player put in a superb diagonal pass. It found Oslo-born Diskerud in space and the winger fired past Germany's second-choice goalkeeper Ron-Robert Zieler with Manuel Neuer rested. Loew made changes soon after the break with Sami Khedira, whose transfer from Real Madrid to Juventus was announced on Tuesday, taking over from Germany captain Bastian Schweinsteiger.

ERLIN: Germany coach Joachim Loew admits the world champions' poor finishing is an issue following their shock 2-1 friendly defeat to the USA on Wednesday. Germany were stunned by the Jurgen Klinsmanncoached Stars and Stripes in Cologne as the visitors came from a goal down to inflict a 2-1 defeat on Loew's side with Bobby Wood scoring the 87th-minute winner. It was Germany's third defeat in nine games since winning the World Cup last year after defeats to Argentina last September and in a Euro 2016 qualifier in Poland in October, and their poor finishing was again a factor after missing a string of chances. "For me, some of the players lacked that lust to score a goal," said Loew, who had rested several first-choice players ahead of Saturday's Euro 2016 qualifier against minnows Gibraltar in Faro, southern Portugal. "It was the same against Poland and Georgia (when Germany won 2-0 in Tbilisi in March), as well as the United States. The conversion of chances is very important and therefore remains an issue for us. It is an area we must improve on if we are to ensure a successful autumn campaign." Germany lie a point behind leaders Poland in Euro 2016 qualifying Group D before facing bottom side Gibraltar on Saturday while the Poles host Georgia and the Republic of Ireland take on Scotland.

IO DE JANEIRO: Former Brazil star Zico confirmed he will stand in the election to succeed Sepp Blatter as president of FIFA, although he admitted he may struggle to find enough support. "I would like to confirm the decision to be a candidate," the 62-year-old told a news conference yesterday. "I feel I am capable. For sure, certain rules need to change." Blatter has already announced he will stand down from the job after the organisation he has headed since 1998 was engulfed in a series of corruption allegations. Zico, who has experience of the game at managerial level having notably coached Japan, said he believed the game had to undergo wide-ranging reforms. But he added he believed it was right that Blatter be allowed to stay in place prior to a vote on a successor due by year's end. "This will allow him to make an orderly handover," Zico told reporters in Rio. Zico, nicknamed the "white Pele" during a playing career which never yielded a World Cup triumph, joked that controversial Argentine legend Diego Maradona could serve as vice-president. Maradona, a World Cup winner in 1986, was banned for doping eight years later and a previous drugs ban while playing in Italy would suggest he has little chance of joining the game's establishment. But he is a football name - and he has every right therefore to "put his name forward" if he wished to do so, Zico said. While underlining his interest in standing for a revamped FIFA, Zico said he would first insist on a simplified voting system which is less open to "horse-

I would like to confirm the decision to be a candidate. I feel I am capable. For sure, certain rules need to change. This will allow him to make an orderly handover

ZICO FORMER BRAZILIAN PLAYER trading." And he added he would also call for a system of "one re-election at most," noting that Blatter and predecessor, Brazilian Joao Havelange, had held the post between them for the past four decades -- his own entire career as player and coach. Zico added that the Brazilian Football Confederation also needed a total overhaul with former president Jose Maria Marin one of seven top FIFA officials arrested in Zurich late last month as part of an FBI probe into corruption in the sport. "But that is even more difficult" than reforming FIFA, Zico suggested, in wearily acknowledging that Brazilian football politics has long been a murky business. In order to have his putative FIFA candidature accepted the former Flamengo star requires the support of five international federations.

EU parliament urges Blatter to quit FIFA job immediately resolution during a plenary session in Strasbourg, France. The resolution is not legally binding, but amounts to political pressure. Blatter, 79, tendered his resignation on June 2 in the midst of a massive corruption scandal, but it will not take effect until December at the earliest. In the text approved by parliament, legislators welTRASBOURG (FRANCE): comed Blatter's resignation, The European Parliament which came just four days called on Sepp Blatter to after he was re-elected as step down immediately as head of FIFA for a fifth term. FIFA president and allow for But it expressed serious an interim leader to launch concern "that the credibility reforms in global football's of FIFA, as world football's governing body. governing body, and the urIn a show of hands, mem- gent reforms required, canbers of parliament over- not begin in earnest until a whelmingly voted for the new leadership is ap-

pointed." Since that might not happen for another nine months under FIFA rules, the draft "therefore calls on FIFA to select, in a transparent and inclusive way, an appropriate interim leader to replace Joseph Blatter forthwith," it added. FIFA's image is in shreds now with around 14 current or former officials and sports marketing executives accused by US prosecutors of taking part in a kickbacks scheme going back 20 years involving a total of $150 million in bribes. The scandal, which erupted at the end of May, also involves a Swiss probe into the awarding of the 2018 and 2022 World Cups to Russia and Qatar. FIFA an-

nounced Wednesday that the date of the extraordinary congress during which Blatter's successor will be elected will be announced in July. The electoral congress must take place between December 2015 and March 2016, according to Domenico Scala, who supervises elections at FIFA. FIFA "is ill and its illness is due to its current ruling class," Spanish MEP Santiago Fisas Ayxela, from the conservative EPP group that dominates parliament, said in debate in the assembly. European Commissioner for Sport Tibor Navracsics said the EU's role was not to organise and legislate sport but support those who are serious about reform.

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