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CM Devendra Fadnavis admits state on brink of fiscal collapse

By Prashant Hamine

remarked that he came to know of the party's discihief Minister Devendra plined functioning in his reFadnavis painted a cent defeat. Some of the grim picture of the defeated candidates comstate's fiscal health before the plained that they are made to party candidates who had wait in long queues just to get lost the May 2014 Lok Sabha into Mantralaya. According and October 2014 Assembly to party sources, the entry for elections. Asking them not to such candidates will be get demoralised, he called taken care of by the state them the future elected rep- party head office. resentatives.

Addressing the party's deSources disclosed that in feated candidates, he admitorder to keep the defeated ted that the party candidates candidates politically active got very little time for camthey have been asked to en- paigning as the alliance with roll minimum of 50,000 pri- the Shiv Sena split at the last mary members. While the moment. Fadnavis however elected MLAs have been credited the defeated candiasked to enroll at least one dates for the party's stupenlakh members. dous victory arguing that it However, the meeting was was due to the collective efnot without any fireworks forts of all that the party with former Nationalist Con- managed to get 123 MLAs gress Party (NCP) MLA from elected. He further added Shrigonda Babanrao Pach- that the new government will pute in a sarcastic tone com- take some time to get its menting on his defeat bearings right in the transi-

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tion phase as the coalition Congress-NCP government which was in power for last 15 years has just moved out of power.

He added that the first presentation that the new government got from the additional chief secretary (Finance) was about the state's fiscal situation. Fadnavis stated that if many decisions taken by the previous government at the fag end of its tenure were to be implemented then the government will have to take a Rs 50,000 crore loan. That will push the Revenue deficit of the state to Rs 26,000 crore. He added that in the past, the Revenue deficit never exceeded Rs 500 or Rs 1,000 crore except once when it shot up to Rs 9,000 crore during the previous regime. He said that the government over the next couple of months is trying to bring down this deficit to Rs 7,000 crore.

Army jawans vandalise police stn in Nashik, 3 hurt N

ASHIK: A group of Army jawans on Wednesday went berserk and allegedly attacked personnel at Upnagar police station here in which three policemen were injured, one of them seriously.

The attack was to avenge the detention of three Army personnel, including an officer of School of Artillery, Deolali, by police on Tuesday night following an altercation over parking of their vehicle in the premises of the police station.

"Around 100-150 jawans came to police station on motorcycles around 2 p.m. and went on a rampage. They

damaged furniture, wireless equipment, telephone sets and also manhandled women police personnel.

They also beat up policemen present there in which three of them were injured, one of them seriously," Upnagar police station in-charge Namrata Desai told PTI. The condition of Chintaman Gangurde, a police driver, is serious, she added.

Desai said the jawans locked her inside her cabin at the police station during the attack.

The trouble began when the Army officer Ashish Bagul and two others had parked their car on the premises of

the police station without permission of police.

"When asked to take away the car they started arguing with police and roughed up our staff, following which we detained them and registered an FIR," she said.

City Commissioner of Police Kulwant Kumar Sarangal was not available for comment even as six army personnel are detained by police in this connection.

Desai said an officer of the rank of Brigadier visited the police station and later discussed the matter with top police officials.

Army officials cannot be contacted for comment.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

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The very first event in anybody's life who aspires to join the forces is when he/she receives the joining instructions from the defence academy that he has applied to. So it was for me, after clearing the tough Service Selection Board (SSB) interview.

Second one was when I was commissioned as a lieutenant in the mighty Indian Army. I realised that the stars on an officer's shoulders are worth a million in the sky.

Another event that I can never forget is when I was hit by a landslide in a LRP (Long Range Patrol).

While I understood the importance of life once again, it also gave me a superb tale to tell. [Laughs] A milestone in my life was when I was awarded the GOC-in-C (Gen First things first, how does it feel eral Officer Commanding-in-Chief) when I say 'Army Day'? What ideas, commendation card. memories or nostalgia does it bring And the sad event was when I reforth? tired from the Army and bid adieu It makes me remember the good to my family in the olive greens. old days I have spent in the Indian Army – the pride of donning the And what was the commendation olive green uniform, the nostalgia of card for?

For an exercise that I had undertraining days, the happy and hard

Says Major (Retd) Vikrant Shetye, in a conversation with Vinaya Patil, giving us a glimpse into the life of an Army officer – the olive green uniform, the discipline, the lifestyle, the sacrifices, the medals and a whole lot more – on the occasion of Army Day today

ing many more to join the forces.

How

did you see civilians as a serving officer and how do you see them now, as a retired officer and a part of the civilian world?

As a serving officer, the civilians and their life always fascinated me.

I used to think that civilians had a ball of a time living in cities and having a flashy life, working in corporate offices whereas we in the Army were sitting in some remote location where even electricity was a luxury.But now when I see the life as a retired officer and as a part of the civil world, I realise that here too people have their own set of problems starting from taking a train in the morning to returning home.

This was a big change in my life after I retired from the forces.

Settling down in the civil world after hanging my uniform was another challenge. In the Army, we have rules and we love to follow them as they make life more disciplined and simple but in the civil world, I had a difficult time digesting the fact that here people loved to break rules and some even felt proud of doing so.

Army follows a simple rule: Right time, right place, right rig (uniform).

But

the Army in Kashmir is largely gaining a negative image.

Your opinion?

Army in Kashmir is the need of the hour. The Army has undertaken so many welfare projects in the Valley apart from keeping terrorists at bay. Opening schools, hospitals, undertaking relief work are only some of these. Some negative incidents cannot be denied but it is the duty of the media to portray both sides of the coin.

times that I shared with my coursemates and the sad moments when we lost a few of them in the line of duty.

The days that I had spent in the Army are the best days of my life.

The days in training that turned us from boys to men and our days in the unit that transformed us into the gentlemen in olives are all deeply cherished.

Your

career in the Indian Army was marked by five major events/exercises/milestones/successes/failures.

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“I was hit by a landslide in a LRP (Long Range Patrol). While I understood the importance of life once again, it also gave me a superb tale to tell.” cipline, pride, motivation, selfless service, devotion to duty, high morale is what defines our army.

How much of a role does patriotism play?

Patriotism plays a vital role in the work of an Army officer. A lieutenant at an age of 22, sometimes 21, takes an oath to protect his country, its people whom he has never seen or met, even at the peril of his life, when his friends on the other hand are planning to pursue higher studies abroad and work in MNCs or settle in the US or elsewhere. A soldier does not fight because he hates the people on the other side, but he fights for the people – his countrymen – he has left behind. It is the love for the country and its people for which a soldier is ready to lay his life or even take a life.

Your views on India's military strength.

We are the third largest army in the world whose might and strength is time-tested in many battlefields and counter insurgency operations.

We have the capability to operate in all weathers and any terrain – from deserts to snow-clad mountains to the dense jungles of Assam. We have always been veterans in this field and technology is simply an icing on the cake.

ian friends apart from boosting our morale, which is needed given the difficult situations we work under for these very friends. It's only respect that we expect. Degrading comments only put down a soldier's morale.

Why Army? For you and for anyone else who wants to join the force.

As a kid I wanted to join the Army – the only thing that fascinated me was the uniforms of the Indian Army and I so wanted to wear one.

When I grew up, I realised that the Army is much more. It is not a profession but a passion and a way of life. It is the mixed feeling of pride to don the uniform, passion to serve taken. [Politely gestures that noththe nation, respect that the profes And the civilians? What do you sion commands, the adventures reing further can be revealed]. think is their role? lated to the job and most important Your views on the Indian media's We expect nothing from our civil- is the feeling of satisfaction when reportage of the armed forces. ian friends apart from boosting our you know that you are doing someIndian media has done a fantas- morale, which is needed given the thing for the country and last but tic job of highlighting the work and difficult situations we work under not the least, that you are the 'hero efforts of the Indian armed forces. It for these very friends. It's only re- of the neighbourhood'. is the media which projects the spect that we expect. Degrading Army in the society and people thus comments only put down a sol- The glorious Indian Army we say.

What according to you makes it a know what the Army is doing to dier's morale. glorious force? safeguard our borders.

It is the man behind the machine The media creates a sense of pa- As part of the armed forces, what triotism among the citizens by por- are your expectations from the that matters. It is the men and women who make the mighty Intraying the pride and honour civilians?

We expect nothing from our civil- dian Army a glorious force. The disrelated to the Army while motivat-

Your idea of serving the nation/motherland – through the Army and otherwise?

Any person can and must serve the nation by putting in honest efforts in any field of work. Other jobs/professions are as crucial as the defence. An honest worker contributes as much to the nation as the people in uniform.

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Traffic jam? Well! credit goes to the new toll plaza; not to the ‘Rasta -roko’, conducted by our party.

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The Indian Army day will be celebrated across the country today. Here is a glimpse into the preparations for the 67th Army day at the Gateway of India on Wednesday.

A ‘road’ less travelled Villagers of Manipur’s Tousem sub-division in Tamenglong district under the leadership of Armstrong Pame, the native and the sub-divisional magistrate of Tamenglong, have done something extraordinary for

Armstrong Pame

all of us to see and take inspiration from.

This young Naga IAS officer has initiated a project of building a 100-km road in the remotest area of this village without the help of government funding. The amount of Rs 101 crore was sanctioned by the Centre in 1982 but the project never took off due to unknown reasons, despite several follow-ups and promises. But necessity is the mother of invention. There was an outbreak of tropical diseases in the area and in the absence of motorable roads the patients could not reach the hospitals and lost their lives. Most of the doctors

were also not ready to visit the place to treat the patients. In such a situation, Armstrong Pame reached out in his friend circle and arranged the doctors who camped themselves in the village to treat more than 500 patients.

His determination became even stronger and he decided to build a road with the help of his family and villagers, without taking any aid from the government.

The family members, who have been struggling since six decades in this remote village, agreed to support him. A sum of Rs 4 lakh was arranged from his retired school teacher father’s onemonth pension, his brother’s and sister-in-law’s one-month salary each, his younger brother’s entire first salary and Pame’s five months’ salary. The amount was sufficient to kick start the project but more money was still required. Facebook was used as a rescue tool in that situation. A page was created, seeking donations and the overwhelming response was received from all over the world and contributed Rs 1.2 lakh.

The villagers made their signification contributions based on their capabilities by providing food and accommodation to the

workers, by supplying fuel for the earthmovers and also being a part of manpower for the project. The donation centers have been set up in Delhi, Pune, Bangalore,

Chennai, Guwahati, Shillong and Dimapur and NRIs from Canada, USA and the UK have been sending their contributions for the project named as Tamenglong-

5,378 flautists for peace

The Art of Living hosted a historic symphony – Venunaad – in Nashik , bringing 5,378 flautists together on one platform, to write a new chapter in the history of music.

The event aimed to reinforce the power of music to spread peace and happiness, was attended by 5 lakh people. Capturing the confluence of spirituality with music, the evening was a triumph of the brilliance of Indian classical music and a spectacular demonstration of this ancient legacy of India.

Inspired by Sri Sri, the event saw

Haflong Road. As a token of thanks and appreciation for the support received from world wide, a monolith will be erected on the completion of the road with

the flautists perform under the guiding baton of renowned flautist, Pt Ronu Mazumdar, while the revered exponent of the instrument, Pt Hariprasad Chaurasia, was the guest of honour.

As a testimony to our multi-ethnic heritage and cultural vitality, flautists from all walks of life came together in this celebration of unity and harmony.

These included artistes aged 5 -75 years of age.

The flautists perched on a mammoth 30,000 square feet stage enthralled the audiences with the

the name of all donors.

This real life story is a landmark example of dedication, determination and the humanity that is still alive on this earth.

soothing melodies, based on rag yaman. The soulful evening got a special touch when the legendary maestro Pt Hariprasad Chaurasia and Sri Sri joined the musical celebration with their flutes during the concluding ceremony which ended with the symphony of ‘Vande Mataram’ Present at the event, were numerous dignataries, politicians and businessmen. Sri Sri encouraged the citizens of Nashik to clean the three rivers – Godavari, Kapila, and Nasradi. He also urged the central and state government to treat river rejuvenation as an emergency.

Venunaad is the latest in a symphony-series hosted by The Art of Living. The organisation has always made sincere efforts to increase awareness about Indian Classical music in India and around the world and to epitomise the universality and unifying power of music to spread the message of peace and harmony.

Coming from different sections of society, artistes have performed together in previous concerts like Naadha Vaibhavam – 5,000 Carnatic musicians performing in unison in Chennai. Antarnaad – 2,750 Hindustani classical vocalists in an enchanting spectacle in Pune. Brahm Naad – 1,094 sitar artistes from across the country in New Delhi.

Silver Jubilee celebrations of the Art of Living – 3,500 musicians performing together for the first time in Bangalore.

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Integrated parking facility needed for Mumbai: CM

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hief Minister Devendra Fadnavis yesterday called for evolving an integrated parking facility to solve the parking and traffic congestion in Mumbai.

Chairing a meeting on traffic and transport issues of Mumbai and Thane in Mantralaya, he said that the policy should be evolved without violating the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) policy on open spaces. Commenting on the rising number of vehicles on Mumbai's roads, he said that a new parking facility for about 50,000 vehicles needs to be created.

He said that modern technology should be used in Mumbai's traffic management.

stalled at prominent road junctions will also be used to track signal jumping, stopping vehicles outside stop lines at signals and rash driving. Stressing upon the need for increased public awareness, Fadnavis stated that the new central act provides for stringent penalties for traffic violations.

Among the other issues discussed at the meeting were the Goregaon-Mulund Link road, Truck terminal, creating alternate facility in Development Plan (DP) for S V Road between Borivali and CM Devendra Fadnavis Kandivali, implementation of Commenting upon the in- the Kurla station area imstallation of Close Circuit Tel- provement plan, road safety evision Cameras (CCTVs) in awareness plan, comprehenMumbai, he said that the fa- sive mobility plan, implecility will also be utilised for mentation of pedestrian first traffic management. Special policy, area traffic control CCTV cameras that will be in- system, master plan for

Mumbai roads and the proposed coastal road.

In 1991, the number of vehicles on Mumbai roads was just 6.28 lakh, while in 2014 it rose to 24.75 lakh. Besides, 1.5 lakh vehicles enter Mumbai daily from outside. The Metro line will link WadalaGhatkopar-Mulund and Kasarvadavli along the Ghodbunder Road in Thane. A new 40 m wide high-capacity transport route in Thane has been proposed and part of the route falls under BMC jurisdiction. A new suburban railway station is being proposed between Thane and Mulund. The meeting discussed the need to divert the north India bound heavy vehicular traffic originating from JNPT going through Ghodbunder Road through an alternate route.

BMC fails to start computer labs for minority students lakh to the BMC for the purpose and despite several reminders from the state, the labs were never started.

Angry at the inaction, the

By Khushboo Panjabi state wrote a letter in September 2014 asking for rehe state's Deputy Direc- fund of the amount. torate of Education deIn 2013, the state's Deputy partment has slammed the Directorate of Education decivic body for failure to utilise partment had sanctioned the funds given to start computer Rs 27.12 lakh for minority labs for minority students in students under ‘Sarv Siksha the Brihanmumbai Munici- Abhiyaan’ to start computer pal Corporation's (BMC's) labs in BMC's 12 Urdu Urdu Medium Schools. The medium schools. According state had granted Rs 27.12 to a letter written by the

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state’s education department on September 12, 2014, it was expected to utilise the funds till March 2014 but despite calls and letters, the corporation has done nothing.

The state has said that now, no funds for this purpose will be granted henceforth.

Samajwadi Party group leader Rais Shaikh, who brought this issue to the BMC’s notice, said, “I strongly object the stand taken by the BMC and have written a letter to the commissioner regarding this and demanded

action against the civic body's Education Officer.”

Deputy Directorate of Education, B D Phadtare said, “Now, we have asked the BMC to return the money.

Next week there will be a meeting to discuss the issue.”

There are 241 Urdu Medium Municipal Schools with around 1 lakh students studying in them. Despite repeated attempts Education Officer Shambhavi Jogi and Deputy Municipal Commissioner Sunil Dhamne was unavailable for comments.

Shalimar Exp coach derails in yard after slamming dead-end of track

By Vishnudas Sheshrao

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ue to negligence allegedly caused by the train-shunting staffers, an empty rake of Shalimar Express 18029 dashed to deadend of the track resulting in the derailment of one of its

Coach re-railed at 10.02?

According to the Central Railway, Public Relation department, the coach was re-railed around 10.02 A.M. However, when the ADC photographer reached the spot of the accident at 1.02 P.M., the bogie was still derailed.

A compartment of Shalimar Express overturns in the yard at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus on Wednesday. coaches at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) yard, 'while the train was being backed' early on Wednesdaymorning.

Central Railway(CR) Public Relation officials said that one coach of Shalimar Express derailed on Wednes-

day morning at 7.20am.

However, no injury was reported in the mishap which happened on one of the eight pit-lines which is being used for day-to-day maintenance of the long distance trains.

Since the accident happened in LTT yard, it had no cascading affect on the ongoing suburban local traffic.

The impact of the dash was so powerful that the deadend cement block was thrown away even as the coach was thus pushed away about hundred feet before it overturned.

According to officials, two bogies were extensively damaged in the accident. Central Railway officials are probing the incident. According to sources, the accident was caused prima facie due to the negligence on account of train-shunting staffers. However, the true reason will come only after the inquiry report is out.

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Corporators threaten to return laptops to BMC

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ncensed over the official non-utilisation of laptops given to them, corporators have threatened to return the gadgets to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The laptops are of no use, as they have no access to the Internet and SAP system of the civic body, said corporators.

In a bid to implement paperless office system and provide online access to civic proposals, the BMC in 2009 decided to give its corporators laptops free of cost but on a returnable basis.

However, due to lack of Internet and software, these laptops were used only for other purposes other than official ones.

Raising the issue in the civic standing committee, BJP group leader Manoj Kotak said, “What is the use of laptops if corporators are not getting civic agenda on their emails? In the absence of software, laptops given to corporators were used only for playing video games in the earlier tenure of the house. The BJP corporators will return the laptops till the next standing committee meeting.”

Supporting him, Sama-

jwadi Party group leader Rayis Shaikh alleged that the civic administration is deliberately not providing updated software to corporators with the fear that they will raise contentious issues in civic meetings to embarrass civic officials.

In 2013, the civic body had provided Sony Vaio laptops to 232 corporators (227 elected and five nominated) at the cost of Rs 7.67 croree.

But no updated SAP software and internet service has left them hapless The civic body every year spends Rs 85 lakh on supplying the agenda of civic house and various committees to their members. khushboo.panjabi@afternoondc.i

CM assures support for Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment A

day after meeting a delegation of Saifee Burhani Upliftment Trust (SBUT), Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said the state government will support the Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment project so that it is completed on time.

"Assured complete support for Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment project to the delegation of Saifee Burhani Upliftment Trust," Fadnavis said on Twitter yesterday.

Ahead of the first death anniversary of the 52nd Dai AlMutlaq Dr Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin last week, Fadnavis had spoken about the Bhendi Bazaar redevelopment project and applauded the Dawoodi Bohra community's keenness to establish the first smartcity model in Mumbai.

Bhendi Bazaar is a predominantly Muslim neighbourhood in south Mumbai with several dilapidated, multistory buildings, reports PTI. "Fadnavis ji has taken upon himself to keep a track of this project. The initiative is there, there is a desire and will. With such support from the state government, this project will see significant development in the near future," said Abbas Master,

CEO of SBUT. The project aims to rehabilitate 3,200 families and 1,250 businesses based in the congested area through redevelopment.

‘Daddy’s Day Out’ for Fadnavis CM Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday took time off his hectic schedule to spend some time at the school attended by his daughter Divija Fadnavis here.

Fadnavis drove to the event called 'Daddy's Day Out' organised by South Mumbai's Cathedral School to mingle with other parents and their children.

"The chief minister went to the school event like any other parent would. He was there for less than an hour," an official from the Chief Minister's Office told PTI. Five-year-old Divija Fadnavis, who was a kindergarten student in Bhavan's Bhagwandas Purohit Vidya Mandir at Nagpur, is now a student of the Cathedral School after her mother, who worked with a private bank there, shifted to Mumbai, to be with Fadnavis who moved to the Chief Minister's official residence called 'Varsha'.

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I have changed my name from Rajeshkumar Shah to Rajesh Shah as per Affidavit C-43117

I have changed my name from Mohammad Yaseen Mohammad Yusuf to Mohammad Yaseen Mohammad Yusuf Momin as per Affidavit C-43135

I Jamaluddin Abdulrahim Kureshi have changed my name to Jamaluddin Abdul Rahim Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 08/01/15 C-43152

I have changed my name from Jyoti Rajeshkumar Shah to Jyoti Rajesh Shah as per Affidavit C-43118

I have changed my name from Viramma Lingappa Guttedar to Vijayabai Lingappa Guttedar as per Affidavit C-43136

I Shehnaz have changed my name to Shahnaz Jamaluddin Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 08//01/15

I have changed my name from Kamar Jahan Hamid Ali to Shaikh Kamar Jahan Hamid Ali as per Affidavit C-43119

I have changed my name from Anil Alwin Vas to Alwin Lawrence Vas as per Affidavit C-43137

I have changed my name from Yasin Mohamed Suleman to Yasin Mohamed Suleman Choudhari as per Annexure-E /Deedpoll Affidavit C-43120

I have changed my name from Mr. Imran Makbul Ahmed Qureshi to Mr. Imran Maqbool Qureshi as per deed poll Affidavit C-43138

We Mr. Yasin Mohamed Suleman Choudhari & Mrs. Shagufta Yasin Mohamed Choudharihave changed our minor son’s name from Adnan Fahin Sange to Adnan Yasin Mohamed Choudhari as per Annexure’e’/Deedpoll Affidavit C-43121

We Mr. Hazrat Ali Sardar & Mrs. Noorjahan Hazrat Ali Sardar have changed my minor daughter’s name from Niha Hazrat Ali Sardar to Neha Hazrat Ali Sardar as per Affidavit C-43139

I Ms Usha Dayal Shevkani has changed my name to Mrs. Siya Ram Changrani as per Affidavit C-43122 I have changed my name from Nazma Bano Abdul Samad to Nazma Asim Khan as per Affidavit C-43123 I have changed my name from Afreen Kamal to Afreen Siddiqui as per Affidavit C-43124 I have changed my name from Mehrunnisa Bilal Mukri to Meharunnisa Bilal Mukri as per Affidavit C-43125 I have changed my name from Vinaya Surendra Satghare to Priti Pravin Tapkir as per Affidavit C-43126 I have changed my name from Vishwanath Randhir Chowhan to Vishwanath Randhir Chauhan as per Affidavit C-43127 I have changed my name from Murati Manoj Chaurasiya to Muratee Manoj Chaurasiya as per Affidavit C-43128 I have changed my name from Jahidabi Ahmad Shaikh to Jahida Usman Shaikh as per Affidavit C-43129 I have changed my name from Nitaben Babubhai Mistry to Neeta Babubhai Mistry as per Affidavit C-43130 I have changed my name from Talaksi Meghji Chheda to Talakshi Meghj Chheda as per Affidavit C-43131 I have changed my name from Usha Umarshi Bhanushali to Meena Navin Bhanushali as per Affidavit C-43132 I have changed my name from Navinbhai Damji Bhanushali to Navin Damji Bhanushali as per Affidavit C-43133 I have changed my name from Navinchandra Damji Mav to Navin Damji Bhanushali as per Affidavit C-43134

I have changed my name from Sheshrao Dattatraya Dhawalshankh to Shashikant Dattatraya Dhavalshankh as per Affidavit Notary Dated:12/1/2015 C-43140 I have changed my name from Mohammed Quannan to Mohammed Quannan Siddiqui as per Affidavit C-43141 I have changed my name from Sagar Kashinath Pendwale to Sagar Kashinath Pendpale as per Affidavit C-43142 I have changed my name from Mehmood Jilani to Mehmood Jilani Shaikh as per Affidavit C-43143 I have changed my name from Swati Prafulbhai Sanchaniya to Swati Prafulbhai Mistry as per Affidavit C-43144 I have changed my name from Abdulla Shaikh to Abdul Shaikh as per Affidavit C-43145 I have change my name from Mrs. Farhin Anis Sunasra to Mrs. Fareenben Anis Sunasra as per Affidavit C-43146

C-43153 I Shainaz have changed my name to Shahnaz Jamaluddin Qureshi as per Eedpoll Affidavit Dated: 08//01/15 C-43154 I Mahavir Rameshkumar have changed my name to Mahavir Rameshkumar Rathod as per Eedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14//01/15 C-43155 I Pavankumari Rameshkumar have changed my name to Pavankumari Rameshkumar Rathod as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43156 I Rameshkumar have changed my name to Rameshkumar Jethmalji Rathod as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43157 I Sangitaben Gulabbhai Rathod have changed my name to Sangita Gulabbhai Rathod as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43158 I Miss Mayuriben Bhikhubhai Surani have changed my name to Mrs Mayuri Bhavesh Parsana as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43159 I Mr Bhaveshbhai Thakarshibhai Parsana have changed my name to Mr Bhavesh Thakarshibhai Parsana as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43160

C43150 I Jamaluddin Abdulrehman Qureshi have changed my name to Jamaluddin Abdul Rahim Qureshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 08/01/15 C-43151

I Ajaykumar Amarnath Pushpjivi have changed my name to Ajay Amarnath Mali as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43188

I Ateeq Abdullah Shaikh have changed my name to Ateek Abdullah Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43205

I Amarnath Pushpjivi have changed my name to Amarnath Mali as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43189

I Wahida Abdullah Shaikh have changed my name to Waheeda Abdullah Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43206

I Agnes Joyce Sonas have changed my name to Sriya Santosh Achrekar as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43172

I Deepmala Pushpjivi have changed my name to Deepmala Mali as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43190

I Nandini Chandrakant Pawar have changed my name to Archana Anand Nalang as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43207

I Laxman Badu Pujari have changed my name to Laxman Badu Solapnor as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43173

I Amrendra Jha have changed my name to Amrendra Anand Jha as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43191

I Sami Muzaffar Md. Shafuddin have changed my name to Mohd. Sami Mohd. Shafi Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43208

I Mithudevi Tansukhkumar Chordia have changed my name to Mithu Tansukh Chordia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43170 I Tansukhkumar Roshanlal Chordia have changed my name to Tansukh Roshanlal Chordia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43171

I Laxmi Laxman Pujari have changed my name to Laxmi Laxman Solapnor as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43174 I Markande Murli Bishwakarma have changed my name to Markandey Murli Vishwakarma as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43175 I Savita Markande Bishwakarma have changed my name to Savita Markandey Vishwakarma as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43176 I Binaben Shashikant Jhatakia have changed my name to Bina Ketan Parikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43177

I Kumar Matondkar name to Matondkar Affidavit.

Deepak Gajanan have changed my Deepak Gajanan as per Deedpoll C-43162

I Husein Abbas Arsiwala have changed my name to Hussein Abbas Arsiwala as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43180

I Bhavesh Praful Soni have changed my name to Jayesh Praful Soni as per Maharashtra Government Gazette No. X-3736 Date: 19/06/2003

C-43163

C-43164

I Navratan Bhanwarlal Jain have changed my name to Navratan Bhanwarlal Dhoka as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:14/01/15.

C-43203 I Pinky Navratan Jain have changed my name to Pinky Navratan Dhoka as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:14/01/15.

C-43204

I Seema Devi Pushkar Dubey have changed my name to Seema Pandey as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43179

I have changed my name from Najir Ahmed Husain Shaikh to Najir Ahmad Husain Sheikh as per Affidavit.

C-43148

We Mr. Ishtiyaq Husain Shaikh & Mrs.Gulnaz Bano Shaikh have changed our minor son’s name from Tamjeed Husain Shaikh to Tamjeed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43186 I Dharmendrakumar Jha have changed my name to Dharmendra Jha as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43187

I Sunita Kumari Suresh Mahto have changed my name to Sunita Umesh Singh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43178

I Amjad Khan Mohameed Sayeed have changed my name to Amjad Mohammed Sayeed Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

I Samsudin Sheikh have changed my name to Shamshuddin Shaikh as per Affidavit Dated 12/01/2015

I Harakchand Anandji Maru have changed my name to Harakchand Anandji Maru as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43169

I Miss. Asha Dattatray Khanolkar have changed my name to Mrs. Seema Ramesh Kandalkar as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43161

I have changed my name from Govinda Raju Enmudi Srinivasa Setty to Govind Raju Shreenivas Murthy Enmudi as per Affidavit.

C-43147

I have changed my name from Umashankar Jeevat Prasad Gupta to Umashankar Jeevatram Gupta as per Affidavit.

C-43149

I Dipa Harakchand Maru have changed my name to Deepa Nilesh Salia as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43168

I Qais Firoz Khan have changed my name to Kais Firoz Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43181 I Pranita Atmaram Ghadshe have changed my name to Shamika Shailesh Rewale as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43182

I Manda Kashinath Narawade have changed my name to Nanda Kashinath Narawde as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43165

I Babu Mudaliyar have changed my name to Charles Mudaliyar as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43183

I Dilipbhai Rasiklal Shah have changed my name to Dilipkumar Rasiklal Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43166

I Ishtiyak Hussain Shaikh have changed my name to Ishtiyaq Husain Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43184

I Arunadevi have changed my name to Aruna Reddy as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43167

I Gulnaz Shaikh have changed my name to Gulnaz Bano Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43185

I Krishnamma Ashappa Vasumane have changed my name to Kistamma Ashappa Vasumane as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43192 I Surendraram Chandrashekhar Vishwakarma have changed my name to Surendra Kumar Chandrashekhar Vishwakarma as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43193 I Hridaynarayan Singh have changed my name to Hridayanarayan Singh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43194 I Bhramarlal Vora have changed my name to Bhramar Vora as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43195 I Abdul Rahim Mohammad Hanif have changed my name to Abdul Rahim Mohammad Hanif Khan as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:-14/01/15 C-43196 I Helal Ahmed Vali Mohammed have changed my name to Helal Ahmed Vali Mohammed Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:-14/01/15 C-43197 I Lalitkumar Dalichand Sharma have changed my name to Lalit Dalichand Sharma as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:14/01/15 C-43198 I Afshana Perween have changed my name to Afshana Parween Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:14/01/15 C-43199 I Mohammed Ishrail have changed my name to Mohammed Ishrail Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:14/01/15 C-43200 I Nuraisha have changed my name to Nuraisa Khatoon as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated:14/01/15 C-43201 We Navratan Bhanwarlal Dhoka & Pinky Navratan Dhoka have changed our minor child’s name from Viha Navratan Jain to Viha Navratan Dhoka as per Deedpoll Affidavit Dated: 14/01/15 C-43202

I Shaikh Mohd. Taufiq Mohd.Shafi have changed my name to Shaikh Mohammed Toufiq Mohd.Shafi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43209 I Sadeho Begam Mohd. Shafi Shaikh & Sadeque Begum Mohd. Shafi Shaikh have changed my name to Sadiq Begam Mohd. Shafi Shaikh as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43210 I Imtiyaz Gulam Mohamed Syed have changed my name to Imtiyaz Gulam Mohamed Sayyed as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43211 I Vilpulbhai Vinodbhai Nirmal & Vipulkumar Vinodrai Nirmal have changed my name to Vipul Vinodkumar Nirmal as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43212 I Isamil Mohammed Patel have changed my name to Ismail Mohammed Patel as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43213 I Mr. Yogendra Prasad Harilal Kohar have changed my name to Mr. Yogendra Harilal Kohar as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43214 I Mr. Sujith Kp Somasekharan Nair have changed my name to Mr. Sujith Somasekharan Nair as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43215 I Miss. Rupali Dilip More have changed my name to Mrs. Snehal Charudatta Jadhav as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43216 I Salihabi Afzal Munsi have changed my name to Salihabi Afzal Munshi as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43217 I Dinesh Pachan Bauva have changed my name to Dinesh Panchan Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

C-43218 I Lataben Popatlal Satra have changed my name to Lata Dinesh Shah as per Deedpoll Affidavit.

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Charge-sheet filed in Anees Ansari’s case

City-based software engineer is accused of plotting the bombing of an American school

disks and mobile phone.

Software engineer Anees Ansari was accused of radicalising other youth and conspiring to create a blast in an American school by circulating threatening messages on Facebook.

By Santia Dudi Ansari, a software engineer by profession, said in the 728-page charge-sheet court that he was in an unagainst Anees Ansari and sound state of mind and may wanted accused Omar Ejaj in be referred to psychiatrist the plotting of bombing an counselling and an applicaAmerican school, was filed by tion regarding the same was the Maharashtra Anti Terror- moved by Ansari's counsel. ism Squad (ATS) on Wednes- Ansari is said to be an Islamic day.

The charge-sheet State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) includes statements of 50 admirer. He had even applied witnesses including the for a passport about a month forensic experts who gave a ago, making security agen40-page examination report cies suspect that if he flew out of his six computers, hard of the country, it would be to

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support the ISIS. Police claims that Anees in his chat with two or three other likeminded youths spoke about the need to teach the US a lesson for their bombing raids.

Earlier, the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) requested the court for the detailed examination of Ansari's CPU by an expert committee so that data can be retracted from it to make sure that Ansari has not planned more such terrorist acts.

Anees Ansari (24) was arrested by the (ATS) on October 18, for circulating threatening messages on Facebook planning blasts in an American school.

Police still clueless about Navi Mumbai robbery-murder case

By Tariq Khan

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he Navi Mumbai police have still not made any headway into the robberycum-murder of an elderly man who was the victim of a home invasion in the early hours of Saturday.

The senior citizen, Ramanlal Seth (72), died a day later in the hospital after succumbing to his injuries on Sunday afternoon. “We still believe the murder to have taken place out of a pure robbery motive as there has been nothing else to indicate a revenge killing or a personal enmity. However, other possibilities are also being probed. The area has been seeing a lot of burglaries over

the past one year and nothing in the crime scene seemed out of place to point towards something unusual. We have interrogated several history sheeters and local petty thieves to learn about the identity of the assailants. The involvement of externed criminals is also being examined. The case will be cracked soon,” said DCP (crime) Suresh Mengade.

The Vashi police, where the case has been registered, has also formed two teams to crack the murder. Meanwhile, the CCTV footage below the Chittod Garh CHS at Sector 16A is being repeatedly reviewed to detect any other distinct physical features of the assailants. The

Bachpan Bachao Andolan: Cops, task force rescue 15 child workers in Bhayandar

By Suresh Golani

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nder the 'Bachpan Bachao Andolan' against child labour, a team from the Anti-Human Trafficking Wing (AHTW) of the Thane (rural) police led by API Sachin Gavas, along with officials from the District Task Force, Thane, rescued 15 minor kids who were pushed into illegal child labour at various smallscale manufacturing units in Bhayandar (East).

Most of the rescued kids (all aged between 12 to 14 years) were lured from other states with the promise of a better life. However, they were exploited by their employers who made them work in extremely hazardous conditions for 12 to 15 hours a

day.

Five employers identified as Arun Jopu Chavhan, Sunil Hiralal Yadav, Rahul Pal Tejbhan Ramavtar Yadav and Mushir Rais Khan have been arrested and booked under section 374 of the IPC for unlawful compulsory labour, section 23 and 26 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act, 2000 and for cruelty under the relevant sections of the Child Labour Act, 1986.

“The rescued kids were made to work in local bakeries, pani-puri and chakli making units. All of them have been sent to the Children’s Home in Ulhasnagar.

Such raids will continue,” Gavas said. Further investigations are being carried out by the Navghar police.

Colaba police nab gang for forgery

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footage shows the quartet entering the building with their faces covered in monkey caps and gloves and then breaking open the 3 BHK flat’s main door with an iron crowbar around 2:20 am. The same rod was used to strike Ramanlal and his wife Leela (60) on their heads. The deceased’s family however has claimed to the police that they were specifically targetted and theft was not the motive. “They have however not specifically expressed suspicion towards anyone which is why we do not have any suspects in that direction,” an officer added. While their elder son stays in Dubai, the younger son lives at Kharghar and the daughter stays with her husband and in-laws at Pune.

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he Colaba police on Monday arrested a gang of six, which specialised in making forged currency notes, demand drafts, Aadhar cards, Pan cards and railway season tickets, from Kandivli.

This arrest was carried out by Krishnaprakash, upper police commissioner, south Mumbai, Dr Ravindra Shisave, Dy Commissioner and Rajendra Chavan, assistant police commissioner. They were assisted by Rameshwar Suple, Senior Police Inspector and Subhash Dudhgaokar, Police Inspector.

The team laid a trap to nab this infamous gang of two women and four men on January 12.

During interrogation, it was revealed that the gang was involved in forgery in many states like Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Further, their crimes were also reported from across Mumbai – Bandra, Khar, Colaba and Bhandup. After the arrest, the cops found fake notes of denominations of 500 and 100 in their possession.

Their modus operandi was to go to the jewellers and hand them fake notes or demand drafts and purchase precious jewellery and sell it. They also made fake Aadhar Cards, Pan cards and railway passes.

The police also confiscated printers, scanners, and laptops from the scene of crime.

Earlier in 2014, one unidentified person aged 58 and two women in the age group of 20-22 had given a fake demand draft

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DCP Ravindra Shisave (sitting) and his team at the Colaba Police Station, shows the seized forged currency notes, demand drafts, Aadhar cards, PAN cards and railway season tickets, from the six-member gang, on Wednesday. of Rs 7 lakh to Precious Jewelery Private Limited and purchased a diamond necklace. Owing to this, the Co-

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Regd. Off: 35, Ashok Chambers, Broach Street, Devji Ratansey Marg, Masjid, Mumbai 400 009.

Tel. 022 2348 0526 CIN : L27100MH1986PLC041252 Website : www.sgtl.in RESULT OF POSTAL BALLOT & ELECTRONIC VOTING Pursuant to the provision of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules framed there under and as per the revised Listing Agreement, approval of the shareholders of the Company was sought through Postal Ballot Process, including voting by electronic means (“E-Voting”), for the following proposals: Resolution Details no Appointment of Shri Mohan Krishnamoorthy as Independent Director 1.

2. Appointment of Shri Ravindra Deshpande as Independent Director 3. Appointment of Mrs. Uniza Shaikh as Women Independent Director 4. Change in Designation of Shri Rajesh Gupta from Chairman & Whole Time Director to Chairman and Managing Director.

5. Adoption of new Articles of Association of the Company incorporating provisions of Companies Act, 2013 6. Authority to Board of Directors to borrow monies 7. Authority for Creation Of Charge / Mortgage On Property Of The Company 8. Giving Of Loans/ Guarantees, Providing Of Securities And Making Of Investments In Securities.

9. Authority to enter into Related party Transactions The material information with respect to the process of Postal Ballot and E-Voting is as under: Date of Dispatch of Postal Ballot Notice and Forms : December 3, 2014 Scrutinizer for the Postal Ballot and E-Voting : M/s K.C. Nevatia & Associates, process Practicing Company Secretaries Firm Postal Ballot and E - Voting period : December 08, 2014 to January 06, 2015 Date of declaration of the result of Postal Ballot : January 14, 2015 and E-Voting Total number of shareholders on record date (being : 3923 ( Three thousand nine November 14, 2014, the date of determining the hundred twenty three) voting right of the shareholders ) The result for Voting on the resolutions is as under : Reso- Votes in favour of the Resolution Votes against the Resolution Total votes casted cast lution cast no Valid Votes Valid % Votes % Valid Votes % Ballots Ballots Ballots

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By Santia Dudi

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he special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court on Wednesday extended the judicial custody of 24-year-old ISIS return Kalyan-youth, Areeb Majeed, till January 28.

Meanwhile, Majeed moved an application informing the court that in the Arthur Road jail, a three-star police officer met him and showed him passport size photographs of 50 foreigners asking him to identify them. Reacting to the application, the special NIA judge Y D Shinde has directed the Arthur Road jail to file a report regarding this by the next hearing.

Areeb Majeed claims he was interrogated without permission

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Areeb Majeed's judicial custody has been extended till January 28 by the special NIA court

Defence counsel Wahab Khan told the ADC that this was “a kind of interrogation because the three officers met the accused without the court's permission.”

In the application, Majeed also requested for the CCTV footage of the jail to prove his solitary confinement, as NIA has told the court that he is kept with three others and the issue of solitary confinement is incorrect. But the court rejected the application seeking CCTV footage of the

jail. Majeed is allowed to meet his relatives and talk to them for 10 minutes in the court. He is also allowed to carry articles like books and clothes with him in the jail.

But his request to carry a trimmer with him has been rejected by the court.

Last week the court had granted the NIA ermission to seek details of Majeed's Skype and Tango messenger (video calling applications) accounts.

Majeed, an engineering

student, had flown to Baghdad for a religious pilgrimage with an Indian group and disappeared with three of his friends – Shaheen Tanki, Fahad Sheikh and Aman Tandel. Later they called their families to inform them that they had joined the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

During his stay at the ISIS, he suffered two bullet injuries and was shifted to a makeshift camp at Al-Raqqa – the first city to fall to the Is-

lamic State and is under regular attacks by the Syrian air force. Because of the airstrikes, one of Areeb's friends lost contact with Areeb and called his parents in August telling them that Areeb was dead. But Areeb survived and managed to reach a relief camp in October and called his father Ejaz Majeed for help. Areeb's father contacted the NIA and the agency ensured Areeb's comeback to India. Areeb returned on November 28.

One convicted in 15-year-old arms case Eleven people were arrested, one accused died during trial, one became approver but later turned hostile

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he Sessions Court on Wednesday convicted one of the accused – Hanif Haji Ismile Sumaniya – in a 15-yearold arms act case and sentenced him for seven years, while other eight accused in the case were acquitted.

Public Prosecutor S M Pandit told the ADC, “The arms were recovered only from the main accused Hanif Sumaniya and not from the others and that's why others were acquitted.

Others were assisting him for carrying the arms. The accused was carrying arms and the

arms were transported from Pakistan and were brought to Mumbai via Gujarat. All the accused were arrested on October 13, 1999 from Khar (W). Police recovered AK 47s, Russian revolvers and other ammunition from Hanif.”

As per the statement of Shripad Kale, police sub-inspector, unit VII, DCB-CID Bandra, on Ocober 13, 1999, some information about some suspicious movements in the premises of a building called Parmeshwari Bhawan located at Khar (W) was received. On that tip off, an operation was launched and a trap was laid in the vicin-

ity of the building. At around 6.30 pm, a man was seen coming from the building in a suspicious manner. It seemed that he was looking for someone.

He was identified as Hanif Sumaniya, whose father was also said to be involved in such acts. When questioned by the police, he disclosed that he was possessing illegal arms. He confessed that he didn't have any license to carry the arms.

He said that he received those arms in a truck tyre through his father Haji Ismial, and the said truck tyre was kept on the terrace of the building. He took the police team to the terrace

and opened the bolted door of the terrace saying that the arms were under a heap of mattresses. He was asked to remove the mattresses from where the tyre containing the arms was found. One of the accused, Osman Jasraya (53), initially approved to become an approver but turned hostile later.

Arms worth Rs 8 lakh were seized along with a Tata Sumo jeep (worth Rs 3.5 lakh) and Tata Safari jeep (worth Rs 4.5 lakh) and a mobile phone.

The accused was charged for possession of prohibited arms or prohibited ammunition (section 7 of the Arms act).

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egastar Amitabh Bachchan has been honoured with the Social Media Person of the Year award by Internet and Mobile Association of India.

The 72-year-old actor, who is an active social media user and online blogger, took the opportunity to thank his online fans, whom he affectionately calls 'extended family' for their support.

"There is an association of social media for India the IAMAI, and they reward me with the 'Social Media Person of the Year' award and it is time really to reward the extended family for this... You are the ones that have made it possible for me to be given this recognition," he posted in his blog.

IAMAI presented him with the award at his home as he will not be able to attend the ceremony in Delhi.

"The ceremony is in Delhi, and since I cannot be there, they came over to present to to me and play a video of it at the function to be held in a few days," he told PTI. Bachchan, who has more than 10 million followers on Twitter, the maximum for any Bollywood celebrity, complimented social media for becoming a powerful tool of communication.

"What a medium this has become and what a massive element of connectivity it is proving to be, not just for the times of today, but for the years ahead.

"The association was telling me that the Twitter account or its activities are conducted by those on this medium, to almost 90 per cent through their mobiles! I must be archaic. I still use my lap top," Bachchan said.

BACHCHAN KA BACHPAN LAUT AAYA... Megastar Ambitabh Bachchan with Akshara Hasan and Dhanush enjoying kite flying during promotion of their film 'Shamitabh' on the eve of Makar Sankranti in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

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The GDV Bio Well camera from Russia claims that the aura images taken using the Kirlian technology can forecast illnesses in the body with an accuracy of 80 per cent

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ver thought of being able to know what diseases you are susceptible to in the near future, in advance? This is not a scene from a sci-fi movie we are talking about. We are talking about a technology that makes this possible. The GDV Bio Well camera from Russia claims that the aura images taken using the Kirlian technology can forecast illnesses in the body with an

accuracy of 80 per cent.

Dr Jashvant Shah who has an experience of 21 years in alternative medicines and aura photography, brought this technology to India from Russia and 100 to 120 people have already tried it in the country.

Siraaj Sagar, a working professional from Mumbai is one such example.

“I had heard about Dr Shah and wanted to know more about this technology.

So I visited him. While noth-

ing majorly serious was predicted about my health, I was told that I was going to have trouble with my teeth.

When I heard this first, I laughed it off as I never had any dental issues. But after three or four days, I developed severe pain in my wisdom tooth. And the first thought that stuck me was the prediction. I was amazed. I immediately called Dr Shah and told him what had happened. This technology is amazing. It

doesn't miss the smallest illness in the body. Right from head to toe, every part is analysed. It also showed that I had digestion and respiratory issues which is true.”

Dr Shah said, “This is the quickest way of diagnosing an illnesses because there is no time wasted in undergoing several tests that are expensive and then wait for the reports to come. The reports in aura photography come within 15 minutes. It predicts the illness six to Azad Shrivastav | ADC

FLOWER POWER... Governor Ch. Vidyasagar Rao on Wednesday inaugurated a Flower & Plant Show, organised by ‘I Love Mumbai’, near Wilson College Gymkhana, Marine Drive. Nana Chudasama (sitting), founder president of ‘I Love Mumbai’, his daughter and BJP leader Shaina NC, are also seen in the picture. The exhibition will be on for public till Saturday, January 17.

Practice what you preach State Education Department’s Mumbai office lacks fire safety equipments, while it has been issuing notices to schools to install these equipments

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hile the state Education Department has issued circulars for installing fire safety equipment in city schools, it has been noticed that the department itself does not have the basic fire fighting equipments in place.

Yesterday, members of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) visited the office of the state school education department when they noticed the fire fighting equipment missing.

After

enquiring, it was found out that the department lacked advanced fire fighting equipments as well as fire extinguishers.

As per the rules of the state government, every department should have fire fighting and fire safety equipment. An audit of this has to be done by the Fire Brigade department every year. The audit of fire safety has to be followed by all institutions but has been ignored by the Education Department.

Chetan Pednekar, VicePresident, MNS told the ADC that the department is not concerned about the safety of its employees while “They have been instructing, sending circulars to schools for installing fire fighting and safety equipments. This puts the records and reports of schools and students to risk as they may be lost in a fire, if any.”

In 2012, the Mantralaya – headquarters of the State Government of Maharashtra caught fire due to which

major records and reports of the state governments and departments were lost. Last year, the state Education Department had sent circulars to all schools across Mumbai to install fire fighting equipments as well as train the school security members for fire safety and fire fighting.

The ADC spoke to Vinod Shelar, Chairman, Education Department, BMC, who said, “We will look into this issue immediately and also have a meeting with the education department.”

eight months before it starts developing in the body. The reports are extremely detailed and comprehensive with an accuracy of 80 per cent.”

“Diagnosis by Kirlian photography every six months can be useful for prevention of major diseases of brain, heart, kidney, lungs or intestines,” added Dr Shah.

Speaking about the GDV camera, Dr Shah said, “The GDV camera complex consists of hardware and soft-

ware for the direct computer registration and processing of a subject's energy field.

GDV pictures are created by a unique patented optical system and CCD camera in daylight conditions with real time processing.”

The product and its usability will be demonstrated at the Astroo World 2015 trade show at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Goregaon from January 16 to 18 by Dr Shah and his team.

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“Personality has power to uplift, power to depress, power to curse, and power to bless.”

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AKHS of people in Delhi do not have a roof over their heads. Quite a few of them sleep in the open. They shiver in the dreadful cold. If some kind, rich man distributes blankets, they are grateful. And a number of these have no power for years on end.

It is not easy to get power and water inDelhi.

Mr. Narendra Modi, BJP’s star poll campaigner and now the prime minister, has declared he will get power and a house for every citizen of Delhi. He is evidently promising the impossible.

He seems to have some special powers to create illusions in people. Chances are voters in Delhi will believe him and cast their votes for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). What is important is to win elections: while campaigning, all candidates lie, promise the impossible but it is the only few who have that special power to tell ‘convincing lies’, that succeed. As things stand, it is impossible for any government to give power and home to every citizen of Delhi in seven years.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has stopped attempting to hold rallies like the BJP. So it has decided to approach the voters by going from house to house — of course, carrying brooms. the AAP is good at digging out scams and scandals of opponents. Its leader Kejriwal has said that BJP leader Upadhyay has close connection with power companies: He is involved in the business of supplying power metres.

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RIME Minister Narendra Modi is set to win yet another state, the tiny but significant capital state of Delhi in the ensuing Assembly elections scheduled to be held on February 7, if the news analysis and gossip reaching here from the capital are any indication.

If the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wins the Delhi Assembly elections, it would be Narendra Modi’s eighth successive success after his name was mooted as the prime ministerial candidate of the BJP in late 2013. This win will also be a feather in the BJP’s cap after it’s four consecutive attempts to win Delhi after the party lost the state under the brief spell of Sushma Swaraj as the Chief Minister. Sheila Dikshit, the Gandhi family loyalist and a shrewd politician, returned to power in three elections, depriving BJP of ruling the city state.

In late 2013, the BJP almost won the elections but fell short by four seats. The Congress played its usual trick and declared its ‘outside’ support to the newly-emerged star on the horizon of politics, Arvind Kejriwal. His recently floated Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) put up a smart show winning 28 seats, thus reducing the then ruling Congress to 8 seats, Dikshit herself tasted defeat at the hands of Kejriwal in her favourite New Delhi constituency. However, since AAP could not run the government for more than 49 days and Kejriwal threw his towel in the ring, Delhi is under President’s rule for nearly a year now. On this backdrop the city is going to vote again, with a hope to get a stable government that would at least complete its stipulated term of five years.

National ‘Power-House’ Now that we are only three-weeks away from the day of voting, it would be appropriate to take stock of the political situation in the national ‘power-house’. It would be fitting for BJP to take reins of the Delhi administration by way of elected government, particularly because it has been ruling the nation and more importantly, the party won all seven Lok Sabha seats in the region, defeating stalwarts like Kapil Sibal, Krishna Tirath and J.P. Agarwal, the Congress nominees who had held Delhi seats and were part of Union government. BJP had polled nearly 50 per cent of the votes in Lok Sabha elections and thus defeated both Congress and AAP candidates with huge differences overall. Therefore, it would not surprise anyone if BJP wins the As-

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sembly elections with a handsome margin.

However, politics, particularly electoral games are not mere arithmetic. Here, a tiny difference of three per cent vote can change the picture and tone of the entire electoral scenario. By the time Delhiites go to polls, the Modi government would have completed more than eight months in office and people would have started assessing the success and failure of the Union government on various counts. Modi had given hundreds of promises during his marathon election campaign early last year. Voters responded with great expectations and handed over the nation to him to fulfill his promises. People will not look back and examine how far they have come closer to the goal. If they feel that they have been going in the right direction and at expected

AAP’s last chance?

THINKING ALOUD Bharatkumar Raut pace, they would surely give their approval for the party to rule their state; failing which their's would be a chaotic political situation once again.

Today, the political situation in Delhi is more favourable to the BJP than in 2013, when the BJP was the challenger party and its vote-share was eaten into by the AAP. However, now the BJP would be challenged by AAP on one hand and the weak Congress on the other hand. In short, the anti-BJP vote would be divided. That gives the BJP better chance to romp home safely in most of the 70 seats, that would go for polls. In the Assembly segment analysis of the Lok Sabha polling, it seems that the BJP had registered majority in more than 55 segments over AAP and Congress. These figures speak overaall.

The Congress in Delhi is like a headless chicken after two humiliating defeats in a year. In the last Assembly elections held in

‘True power is in becoming power’ M

AN desires power, because it is natural for him to gain. Somewhere a power is hidden in him, he cannot help it. But man is powerless in spite of the power which is hidden in him. The powerlessness, the experience of being powerless, is his ignorance of the power within him. In order to open the doors, in order to see the power he has in store, it is necessary to seek the kingdom of God, as it is said in the Bible, for then he will find his divine heritage, which is all power.

True power is not in trying to gain power.

True power is in becoming power. But how to become power? It requires an attempt to make a definite change in oneself and that change is a kind of struggle with one's false self. When the false self is crucified, then the true self is resurrected. Before the world this crucifixion appears to be lack of power, but in truth all power is attained by this resurrection.

As to knowledge, it has two aspects. One

December 2013, it won only seven seats, while it drew a blank in the May 2014 Lok Sabha polls. The leaders of the party are still nursing their wounds and are in no position to stand up and fight back. The Congress camp in Delhi is still banking on the initiative and charisma of the first family of the party, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul and his younger sister Priyanka. While Sonia is not in a mood to wage a fierce fight, perhaps due to her health compulsions, presence of Rahul on campaign platform would surely prove to be more harmful than not, going by his recent track record. His self description of being a ‘Game Changer’ is actually going in favour of the Opposition. The Congressmen are expecting that Priyanka would take a lead role in the campaign. However, reports reveal that she will not play any role. Likes of Kapil Sibal, Sheila Dikshit and Jagdish Tytler are not expected to woo Delhiites effectively.

knowledge is what one gathers by learning the names and forms of this life. That cannot satisfy this appetite. It is only a stepping-stone to it. This outer learning only helps one to come to the inner learning, but the inner learning is

MATTER & SPIRIT quite different from the outer learning. How is it learned? It is learned by studying the self.

One finds that all the knowledge one strives after, is all in oneself. Therefore one finds a kind of universe in oneself, and by the study of the self one comes to that spiritual knowledge for which the soul hungers.

In order to get that knowledge one must try to meditate and to dive into the sea of knowledge which cannot be taught by study. In this way one distinguishes two aspects of knowledge: one aspect of knowledge is intellect, the other aspect is wisdom. Therefore a wise man is not necessarily a clever man, nor a clever

The situation in the AAP camp is no better.

The party that emerged with a bang, thanks to Social Worker Anna Hazare’s agitation, had become a formidable force to reckon with in Delhi politics. But over-ambitious Arvind Kejriwal and his over-enthusiastic second rank leaders dared to spread the party nationwide. This policy boomeranged. Apart from being defeated in all seven seats in Delhi, the AAP candidates lost deposits in most of other 400-odd seats, where it fielded candidates.

The party registered unexpected wins in four seats in Punjab. All of them won on their personal strength and popularity. Kejriwal himself along with all his trusted lieutenants lost.

The forthcoming Delhi elections is the last chance for the AAP for its survival. If the party fails to register a sizeable gain, it would peter out as the ranks and files of the party are already tired of the whimsical attitude and behaviour of party’s top leaders.

Though I feel that the BJP victory is imminent, no party including the BJP has yet appointed its chief minister nominee. Dr. Harsh Vardhan, who was party candidate in December 2013 elections, won a Lok Sabha seat later and is now a Union minister. For Congress, the ex Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit later accepted gubernatorial position and lives a retired life. Kejriwal is the only leader who could be in the fray. But will people of Delhi trust the bhagoda leader once again?

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man a wise man.

Then there is the question of happiness. A person thinks that when his friends are kind to him, when people respond to him, or when he gets money, then he will be happy. But that is not the way to become happy: sometimes it proves the opposite.

For lack of happiness makes him blame others, believing they are standing in the way of his becoming happy. In reality that is not so.

True happiness is not gained, it is discovered.

Man's way itself is happiness. That is why he longs for happiness. What keeps happiness out of one's life is the closing of the doors of the heart, and when the heart is not living, then there is no happiness there.

The one who has found his peace within himself may be in a cave of the mountain or among the crowd, yet in every place he will experience peace. What generally happens is that in order to get peace we blame the other person who jars upon our nerves. But in reality the true peace can come only by being so firm against all influences around us that nothing can disturb us.

— Hazrat Inayat Khan

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THIS refers to your edit-piece 'Prepoll predictions: BJP will win' (ADC, Jan 13) in which you have said that the Congress is all set for one more defeat. If that happens, it will be a sort of a poetic justice for the BJP which was out of power in Delhi for 15 years and a fitting rebuttal for the Congress which chose to back the wrong horse last time, just to keep the Lotus party out of government. The AAP, in its over-ambition to storm the Lok Sabha, contested as many as 400 seats, ditching the Delhiites who threw their lot behind the so-called Common Man's Party only to draw a blank except for a few unexpected wins in Punjab. If the BJP does indeed win in Delhi, no one will grudge it since it is now its turn. The AAP needs to grow as a sincere political outfit if it has to gain acceptance among POLL TIME: With the Delhi elections slated to be held on February 5, the fight is liekely to be between the AAP and the BJP with the Congress pushed to the third slot. the electorate.

It’s a BJP-AAP fight

— Dr V Subramanyan, Thane

sembly election is taking place in a short span of time. But in Delhi, we FIRST of all due to the incompe- were all disappointed that all the tence of the voters in Delhi, As- expectations were belied once.

Delhi Polls on February 7 may be one more stalemate. In a two corner fight, Congress party is relegated to the third spot. So the

this perennial problem in a better way and find an amicable solution THE BJP seems to be playing hop- to the farmers dying in harness. As scotch with the nation — a kinder- more and more farmers commit garten game in which the child suicide in Vidharbha and other jumps from one square to another, drought-hit areas of India, we find picks up an object and then retreats the livelihood of the families has to the base. During the course of the gone from bad to worse.

— Jayanthy S Maniam, Sion game, the child may have to straddle two squares at the same time — one foot in the right square and the other in the left one. Occasionally, during this manoeuvre the child loses its balance. The BJP, which is adept at changing political gears with consummate ease — flitting from development to soft Hindutva and then back and forth — seems to be losing its poise and sense of equilibrium. By an uncanny coincidence, these indiscreet comments

by Hindu mascots have coincided with one election or the other. Obviously it is part of a well-calibrated strategy to speak in multiple voices.

So, on one hand, the refrain is ‘development,’ which is touted as the THE Makar Sankrant festival is just government mantra; on the other on the way, and what and how this hand, you have the Ghar Wapsi or kite festival could be bad for the the utterances of the RSS chief birds, that knowledge shall be given Mohan Bhagwat on conversion or to us. I say why those so-called inprotests against screening of 'PK'. tellectuals don’t shout when lakhs of But on these prickly issues, the chickens and goats are cut on the prime minister, who is otherwise eve of December 31 every year extremely eloquent, prefers to across the world? It is observed that always only Hindu festivals get tarmaintain a bewildering silence.

— Bhagwan Thadani, Pune geted. Holi festival is next within a couple of months and we shall be guided by our anti-Hindus that how water can be saved in the RangpanMAHARASHTRA in general and chami festival. They keep mum on Vidharbha farmers in particular suf- other festivals; they try to misguide fer mainly because of government the world that Hindu festivals are policies and the guidelines on farm- the most nuisances for the world.

— Bhavesh Jani, Nalasopara ers welfare. Thus there is an increase in suicidal rate in the state as the debut-ridden farmers suffer in isolation and there is no one to share their miseries. Now, the REPUBLIC Day Parade is an event Supreme Court decided to examine keenly awaited in India and the the issue of suicides by debt-ridden public throng in large numbers to farmers in the drought-hit Maha- see the impressive march past by rashtra, which witnessed a horrific the Armed forces and the floats. incident of a 75-year-old tiller light- Last year the parade in Mumbai was ing his own funeral pyre in Vid- held at Marine Drive but it seems harbha. It is high time we address that this year because of repair work it may not be possible to hold the parade at that venue. Most of the voters eligible to vote and who have The patriot's blood is the seed of voted in the Maharashtra Assembly Freedom's tree. elections held last year have voted — Thomas Campbell mainly for BJP and Shiv Sena which have formed a coalition govern-

ment in Maharashtra. The Government of Maharashtra should seriously consider to hold the parade at Bandra Kurla Complex on the Republic day. Most of the government offices and leading multinational companies have offices at BKC. The parade can start at about 10 or 11 am so that school students can attend their school function and then reach BKC. The police for safety reasons can have various entry points at Mhada Bandra and at Kurla Dharavi end screen the public after erecting metal detectors from which the public can pass.

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contest is directly between the AAP and the BJP. By simply offering unconditional support, Congress played spoilsport and is now paying for their complacency. The muffler test is on in Delhi as the winter climate put the politicians in a tight spot. Politicians will have to cover their faces when the election rallies are on in open. Arvind Kejriwal having a tough time after becoming CM resigned in haste and now finds the battle rather tough.

In the capital city, BJP is having a stronghold and the Prime Minister's voice has a charismatic appeal. Thus the AAP finds it tough this time and it is a now or never situation. BJP on the other hand is trying all tricks of the trade to make sure that no slip up can topple them and make them vie for outside support. Now, it is up to the public to make sure that absolute majority is given to one single party as in Haryana. Delhi voters are put to test and it is a mind game for the voters.

ing newspaper that a Guard of the 7.55 pm CST-Titwala local Namdeo Sutake was found drunk at his cabin. How could he have been allowed to proceed to board the train from the motor-men/guard’s cabin at the CST? Did not the other staff members find him drunk and stop him from boarding the local? What could have been a major disaster and loss to thousands of innocent lives was averted. The sudden emergency break while the local was departing from Dombivli station came to a screeching halt due to the break. The guard in an inebriated mood seems to have lost his balance and slumped at the control desk with his foot on the break pedal for 10 minutes. The break was indeed a blessing in disguise for the thousands of commuters on board the local. Had the brake been applied while the local was in speed, it would have derailed. The railway minister must intervene and initiate stringent action against the guard and even suspend him for his inexplicable behavior while on duty.

— K V Raman, Malad

— C K Subramaniam, Sanpada

Because of PDP BJP’s hopscotch

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view of the reasons stated herein.

Generally we have witnessed earlier that despite the ban of heavy traffic along the major corridor roads like the EEH and the WEH during the peak hour, these bans are quite often flouted by these heavy traffic personnel and thereby it jeopardises the normal traffic flow causing snarls. In the eastern freeway, the carriage way (width), is not very broad, which would therefore hinder the heavy vehicle movement considerably and it would in turn kill the normal traffic mobility, which happens to be a boon cur— Apurva Parekh, Gamdevi rently to the users. It is therefore felt prudent that the authority should not allow heavy vehicles on the eastern freeway in order that the IT is observed that the authorities motorists may reach the work are planning to allow the Mumbai places from the suburbs in time port traffic comprising trucks, trail- without any hiccup.

— Bikram Banerjea, via email ers and the other heavy vehicles on the eastern free way during the non-peak hours to decongest the fore shore road traffic, which would certainly prove to be a disaster in IT is deplorable to note from a lead-

Port traffic a concern

Drunken guard

THE arrogant and adamant PDP leaders have lost people’s trust by not joining BJP and form the government in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The ‘status quo’ of the Article 370 in this state can’t be opposed for some time, though objectionable forever, PDP leaders' objection against the security forces’ AFSPA is not practical at all under the present circumstances, when the Pakistan sponsored crossborder terrorists kill the innocent people of this state and destroy their hard earned assets, properties and houses everyday since the past more than two months. Such a thoughtless objection of AFSPA forces people to believe that PDP’s stalwarts are not interested at all in the local people’s all round safety and security. People have started to believe that this anti-people party is supporting the separatists as well as Pakistan. PDP must join hands with BJP by accepting the presence of AFSPA for people’s security.

— Hansraj Bhat, Borivali

We will make a noise, Sanjay Dutt!

SANJAY Dutt returned to Yerwada jail on completion of his 14 days furlough. However, Yerwada jail authorities refused to take him in on the ground that they did not have any information regarding his application for an extension of further period of 14 days.

In the absence of any confirmation of the extension, would not the earlier order of 14 days be effective? On that basis the jail authorities should have accepted him back. Instead they allowed him an illegal extension. This is the advantage of being a celebrity.

sentence under TADA. Yes we shall make a noise when you say you are a law abiding citizen and would go back when advised to.

You are a terrorist who has used your dad's clout to be sentenced to a lesser term. Yes we shall make a noise when we realise that the whole consignment was hidden in your bungalow and the others involved with you have been given life sentence under TADA and you were the only one who was tried under arms act and got only five years. Yes we shall keep shouting, as even after being behind bars for — Sharad Kumar, via email 18 months in 1993-94 you were in DISGUSTING: Sanjay Dutt, who was touch with the underworld subse convicted for housing arms in his quently in 2000. And even after reSANJAY Dutt blames the media for bungalow, has been sentenced but ceiving only a miniscule his furlough being cut short. He keeps coming out of jail on paroles, punishment you come out and go asks the media and public why inviting the ire of people. into jail as per your wish to celecreate such a furore? Yes Mr Dutt, brate Christmas, news year and we will create a furore as you have shall kick up a row as anyway you sometimes your kids' birthday. been granted parole one too many have been given a sentence of And we in our country make a and many lesser mortals have no only five years under the arms act hero out of a terrorist – disgusting!

— Chandrakant Kotian, via email access to such favours. Yes we when you ought to have got a life

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Mira Road cable operator lands in LCB net

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local cable operator from Kashimira and his technician landed into the custody of the Local Crime Branch (LCB) unit of the Thane (rural) police for possessing illegal firearms. Acting swiftly on a tip-off, a watch patrolling LCB team intercepted a biker identified as Rahul Abhimanyu Singh (23) in the Shanti Park area of Mira Road

on Tuesday evening. A thorough check led to the recovery of two country-made revolvers and six live cartridges which were hidden in the dicky of Singh’s Acitiva bike, police said. After rounds of sustained interrogation, Singh revealed that the firearms belonged to his employer Vikas Sawla Manjrekar (49), a local cable operator from Kashimira. The police team immediately swung into action and arrested Manjrekar

from his residence in Penkar Pada.

“A case under sections 3, 25 (1) ( A) and under the relevant sections of the Mumbai Police Act has been registered against the duo who have been remanded to two days' police custody by the District Sessions Court, Thane. We are carrying out a background to check if the cable operator has a criminal background,” said Police Inspector Kishore Khairnar.

State restrains MBMC from holding GB meet

By Suresh Golani

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t seems that regular meetings of general the General Body (GB) house, which ought to meet once a month as per the provisions of the BPMC Act, is not a priority for the BJP-led opposition in the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC). In response to a complaint filed by Opposition Leader

Narendra Mehta, the state government's Urban Development Department (UDD) has restrained the MBMC from holding the GB meet scheduled on Thursday (January 15), in which the budget resolution has failed to find place in the agenda. The complaint is in context to the extra-ordinary delay in taking up the budget session for the current fiscal. Months after the

standing committee rolled out its draft budget for the 2014-15 fiscal, uncertainty still prevails over the actual status of the important financial estimations related to expenses and income generating avenues of the MBMC. The UDD has now directed the MBMC to first hold a special budget meet before taking up the regular meet this month.

TODAY Dr Batra’s Positive Health Clinics: 'Yaadon Ki Bahaar 5' – a medley of yesteryear songs rendered by Dr Mukesh Batra (renowned Homeopath and Padma Shri Awardee). Veteran actress Simi Garewal will be the guest of honour. The proceeds of the concert will be donated to Shepherds’ Widow Home, Mumbai. At Y.B. Chavan Auditorium, Nariman Point at 6.30 p.m.

Bombay Transport Cooperative Con-

sumer Society Ltd.: 'Road Safety Week' -- over 1,000 students from 25 schools to participate in Grand Walkathon with placards & posters of safety messages. Guru Gobind Singh English High School, Vikhroli, at 9 a.m.

Avid Learning with British Council and Penguin India: Odysseus Abroad – Amit Chaudhuri in conversation with C.P. Surendran, Essar House, 11 K.K. Marg, Mahalaxmi, 6 pm.

NCPA Mehil Mehta Music Founda-

tion: Sumi Hwang and Jodie Devos (Sopranos), Tata Theatre, Nariman Point, 7 pm.

ART & EXHIBITION Jehangir Art Gallery: Photography exhibition of Worldwide Wildlife excursions '80ºN – 65ºS' by veteran photographer Vikram Potdar at Jehangir Art Gallery (Terrace Art Gallery), M.G. Road, Kala Ghoda, till 19, 11 am to 7 pm.

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ROAD SAFETY WEEK... Representatives of a car dealer in Worli take out banners on public awareness campaign on road safety as part of National Road Safety Week 2015, on Wednesday.

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FDA raids on Gutka sellers in Mira Road

By Suresh Golani

this context, guthka and scented tobacco products of various he notorious 'Gutka Mafia' brands worth more than Rs 12,500 seems to be unfazed by the re- have been seized by the police cent crackdown initiated by the team. The accused identified as Thane (rural) police and their FDA Fayyaz Khan (19), Irfan Ansari counterparts to clamp down on (19), Asif Ansari (26) and Ahemed the illegal trade of banned tobacco Ansari (41) have been charged products. A FDA team led by As- under the relevant sections of the sistant Commissioner Rajendra IPC and under regulations of the Runwal along with police person- Food Safety and Standards (Prohinel carried out raids in the Mira bition and Restrictions on Sales) Road region on Wednesday. While Regulations, 2011,” said Food Infour people have been booked in spector Manek Jadhav.

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Hearing on singer’s plea to quash rape case after 4 weeks T

he Bombay High Court on Wednesday adjourned by four weeks a petition filed by singer Ankit Tiwari, seeking quashing of a case of rape against him.

The petition came up for hearing before a bench of justices Ranjit More and Anuja Prabudessai which deferred it with mutual consent of the petitioner's lawyer and the prosecution, reports PTI. Tiwari, who sang the popular number 'Sun Raha Hai Na' in the Hindi movie 'Aashiqui 2', was arrested by the Versova police in May last year after a woman filed a rape complaint against him, after which the singer filed a petition through his advocate Ashok Saraogi, arguing that he is being framed in a false case.

According to the complainant, he allegedly raped her several times between October 2012 and December 2013 after promising to marry her. He broke his promise later, she said.

Ankit Tiwari The singer has contended that he has been framed and, hence the rape complaint should be quashed.

The police had also arrested Ankur Tiwari, who is his elder brother, for allegedly threatening the victim. Both the brothers are now out on bail.

Husband, mother-in-law imprisoned for abusing, harassing woman F

our persons, including the husband and mother-in-law of a woman, were on Wednesday sent to jail by a court here for abusing and harassing her.

The accused were convicted on charges under section 498-A (Husband or relative of husband of a woman subjecting her to cruelty) of IPC. FCJM SAR Sayed sentenced all the accused – husband Radhakrishna Dighambar Batvalkar (35), his mother Priyatama Digambar Batvalkar, (65), neighbours Chandrakant Waghela (38) and Bharati Rajesh Waghela (35) – from Mira Road to different terms of imprisonment and also imposed a fine of Rs.10,000, which will be collectively given to the victim.

S.K. More, appearing for the prosecution, told the court that victim Rajeshwari Batvalkar married Radhakrishna on December 21, 2008.

From the day after, her husband and mother-in-law began picking up quarrels with her and ill-treated

her, the court was told.

They used to abuse her along with neighbours Rajesh and Bharati. Also, they made frequent demands for household articles from her parents and harassed her mentally.

It was on October 11, 2009 when in one such instance that the woman was pushed into a container filled with boiling water by her in-laws and neighbours. Instead of providing her with medical aid for the burns, the assaulters kept her captive in the house, the court was informed.

The accused were tried under sections 498-A, 324, 323 and 504 rw 34 of the IPC and the court held them guilty on various counts before sentencing them.

The husband and mother-inlaw were convicted under section 498-A and sentenced to one year rigorous imprisonment and were asked to pay a fine of Rs 2,000 each. All the accused were also sentenced to a RI for six months and a fine of Rs 2,000 each.

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pg 19 Find out all about bed linen and how you should go about buying it

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MUMBAI | THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2015 >> When you’re organising events that are going to be included in a baby shower, make sure to pencil in time for exchanging and opening presents

Just before you welcome your little bundle of joy, you’re treated to a day where your friends and family shower you with gifts.

That’s right — we’re talking about baby showers! Rhea Dhanbhoora & Shirley Mistry help you organise one without a hitch

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aby showers used to be a small, intimate celebration that only a few countries and cultures celebrated an impending birth with, but they’ve now become a worldwide celebration for expectant mothers. The celebrations are getting bigger, snazzier and much more of an event — some people even do away with the tradition of ‘women-only’ showers and have their entire family and friends attend it to welcome the new baby. The term shower is derived from the tradition where the mother is showered with gifts at the event.

If you’re hosting a baby shower for a relative or close friend, or have decided to take on the task of hosting your own, our extensive guide will help you out.

THINGS TO DO ON THE DAY

n Carry your camera and video camera (unless you’ve hired a professional). n Check the venue (before the guests) arrive for any last minute mix-ups. n Check with the caterer and make sure that the cake is ready on time. n Get the table ready for gifts and organise transport options for the expectant mother if you’re planning someone else’s shower. n Make sure that there is someone to babysit if there are small children in attendance.

MAKE A LIST If you want to ensure that your baby shower (or one you’re throwing for someone close to you) goes off smoothly, you should make a list and check it twice. It’s a good idea to enlist a few people to help you out with the planning so that you don’t get overwhelmed — especially if you’re planning your own shower. n Decide on your guest list: The most important thing to do is to check who you’re inviting to your baby shower.

This way, planning other things such as the venue and food becomes simpler, because you will have an estimate to work off. n Pick a date, time & venue: Once you know how many people will be attending the shower, you can pick out the venue and set a date and time. n Select a theme: This is important — don’t go around buying knick-knacks and decorations unless you have a theme in mind! Selecting a theme is important because it makes planning everything else easier and more

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Put down a budget: You may spend slightly more or less, but it’s good to have an estimate in order to ensure that you’re not spending too much.

Book a caterer: Make sure that you book your caterer, cake and decorations (if you’re not doing them yourself ) at least a month in advance, so that you get the best prices, and to ensure you don’t miss out on service providers that you want, simply because of date issues.

Send your invites: Make or buy invitations and send them out as soon as possible. Follow up with people in order to get replies in time so that you can book food and beverages for the venue.

Finalise the menu: You can finalise the food items on the menu, but make sure that you don’t finalise a number (if it is per plate) until you get all your RSVPs for the invites.

Make a list of all the items you need to buy: Before you shop for things such as plates, glasses and trays, make sure that you have a specific list. Write down what you need to buy and what you can rent and then start procuring them.

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Continued from pg 13 « advance so that you’re not shoddily putting together things at the last moment. n Get your favours ready: Read our tips to find out what favours you can give guests, but remember to have them ordered, wrapped and ready well in advance.

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>> Picking a theme helps make it easier to organise the food and decorations

YOUR PARTY FAVOUR GUIDE Baby shower favours should be simple, but exciting. You can always pick a box of chocolates if you can’t think of anything else or don’t have the budget to personalise, but here are a few options that we think make really sweet favours to hand over to your guests when they leave. n Personalised candy bags: These are the easiest favours to put together. All you need is assorted candy and cute gift bags. You can get a picture of each guest (if you’re having a smaller gathering) with the expectant mother and add them to the tags on the bag. This doesn’t need much planning as you can take polaroid pictures at the party itself. n Pretty soaps: If you don’t want to give out edibles, scented soaps are a great idea. You can order them in pretty colours, baby shapes or even be a little cheeky and get pink and blue egg shapes! n Mason jars: We love this idea because you can fill your mason jars with absolutely anything. To personalise them you need a few permanent markers and some creative inspiration. Draw little shapes, simply write the names of your guests on them or put a personal message on each jar and tie the lid with a ribbon.

New beginnings As you embark on a new journey and prepare to welcome your little one into the world, a travel-themed baby shower is a fun and quirky idea. You can have a tiered cake, where each layer resembles a suitcase, along with suitcase-themed goodie bags.

Colour crazy Did you want a pink or purple wedding, but realised that you would be stretching things a bit too far? Now is the time to fulfil your long-standing wish. For a simple baby shower, pick a colour scheme and maintain it throughout your invitations, cake, snacks, décor and goodie bags. This idea works well if you’re pressed for time and are hurriedly throwing a baby shower at the last minute.

Gender reveal Instead of telling your closest friends and family the gender of your baby through a phone call or text, save the big news for your baby shower. Pick décor that has both pink and blue accents and go all out with it, while planning guessing games for your guests. Add a scratch card that reveals the gender of your baby in each guest’s goodie bag for a final flourish! >> Pretty soaps and decorated cookies make great favours n Ceramics: If you give your guests tiny ceramic bowls filled with chocolate or candy, you’re gifting them the traditional edible favours, along with a little something for their kitchens at home. n Seed jars: Whether it’s a bud, a sapling or seeds in an envelope, giving your guests this party favour is a really good idea. It’s symbolic because they get to hold on to something that will grow (keeping with the new life theme of the party) and they’re environment-friendly too. n Personalised diaries: Several notebook and diary companies allow you to purchase personalised diaries at a very affordable price, especially if you’re buying more than five pieces. So, they’re perfect for when you want a really useful party favour! n Shaped towel favours: Hand towels are useful, and when they come in shapes such as lollipops and cupcakes, they’re adorable as well. They make a good party favour, especially if they’re personalised. n Cookie jars: Cookie jars, boxes or bowls are a great favour idea, especially if you fill them with themed cookies.

THEMED CELEBRATION Instead of calling your closest friends over for high tea, take a look at this list for some inspiration on baby shower themes.

Fictional character party Do you remember The Velveteen Rabbit or Curious George?

They were enthralling characters when you were young and a baby shower is the perfect way to rekindle your love for them.

From having a Velveteen Rabbit cake topper, to wall decorations and bunting that match it — there’s a lot you can experiment with, making this theme one of our favourites.

Breaking bread Instead of a regular shower with drinks and snacks, try this casual variation instead. Call your best friends over for brunch. and keep the décor and food casual. Bagels, muffins, milkshakes and an omelette station get our vote.

stressed, which is why a spa voucher is a thoughtful gift. It gives the mother a chance to unwind and focus on themselves at a time when they just don’t have the energy to treat themselves to a manicure or a blow dry.

Baby supplies This is a fool-proof gift idea. Put together a hamper of baby supplies for the mom-to-be. This can include baby blankets, onesies, swaddling cloths and bibs. Make sure that you include items that she will need multiples of, so that duplication doesn’t make your gift any less special.

Meal services New moms hardly have the time to catch up on their sleep, let alone keep up with cooking and other chores. So, gifting them a subscription to a meal service is a great idea, so that for the first month, the new parents will have one less thing to worry about.

DRINK UP Baby showers aren’t the best parties to serve alcohol at and so, we bring you our picks of four delicious, non-alcoholic drinks.

GET YOUR SUPPLIES

Piñacolada floats

Take a look at our favourite stores to purchase baby shower decorations from.

Mix coconut milk, orange juice, pineapple juice and sugar syrup to create a non-alcoholic piñacolada. Then, top each glass with a scoop of vanilla or pineapple ice cream.

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From stickers and bunting to props, hats and wall garlands — this website has an extensive range of baby shower decorations.

Apart from single items, you can also choose baby shower sets. If you’re looking for affordable options, make sure that you check www.amazon.in out.

Blend peeled and de-seeded cucumbers, mint, lime juice, sugar, water and ice to create this amped-up version of a classic lemonade. It’s perfect for an al-fresco party.

DholDhamaka A one-stop-shop for all your baby shower requirements, visit www.dholdhamaka.com. This website is high on our list because they have an exhaustive range of gender reveal balloons, wall signs, baby shower games, mom-to-be quizzes, tiaras and invitations.

Charmed Celebrations

Peach punch Blend together peaches, ginger ale, lemon juice and honey for this simple, yet delicious drink. If you aren’t opting for drinks that are pink or blue, we can’t recommend this one enough.

Chocolate milkshakes If you can’t serve alcohol, why not opt for with a classic chocolate milkshake. Served in a mason jar topped with whipped cream and chocolate chips, this indulgent treat is perfect for a brunch-themed baby shower.

Specialising in party supplies, www.charmedcelebrations.com has party supplies in themes such as bows or bow ties, baby clothes and pink patterns. Also, all the items pertaining to one theme are clubbed together, making it extremely easy for you to make your selection.

GIFTING IDEAS If you have to attend a baby shower soon and have no idea what to gift the mom-to-be, take a look at our gifting guide.

Gift certificates If you don’t know the mom-to-be too well, gift certificates are a good idea. Pick one from a store that stocks items for babies as well as for new mothers, so that she can get the most use out of them. This way, the recipient gets to pick exactly what she needs, ensuring that your gift is one that will be appreciated.

Spa vouchers Moms-to-be and new mothers are bound to be especially

>> Milkshakes are a great drink option

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The Many Lives of LaxMi Yamini Walia talks to Laxmi Hariharan, the author of The Many Lives of Ruby Iyer, about her book and what it’s like to be a woman in the media industry

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axmi Hariharan is a global marketer with over 20 years of experience in the media.

She has worked with media giants such as NBCUniversal, Hallmark and MTV, as a journalist with The Independent and The Metropolis, and regularly writes for The Huffington Post. With so much experience under her belt and an acclaimed debut novel (The Detinary of Shaitan, which continues to be ranked in the top 20 on the Amazon UK fantasy–Asian list), we were quite excited to talk to her about the launch of her third book — The Many Lives of Ruby Iyer. Here are some excerpts from the interview.

were to find out more about Ruby, I started writing her story as a novel. n How essential would you say that Mumbai is as

a character in your book?

Mumbai makes Ruby and also breaks her at the same time. It’s as important to the novel as she is — they go hand-in-hand. Mumbai is almost the hero. Also, the city encapsulates the contradictions of what India is today, which is why Mumbai is essential to define Ruby’s character. n What are some of the most likeable qualities of

Ruby’s character? Do you relate to her on a personal level?

The fact that she uses her instincts is extremely likeable. She does what we all want to do, but are too scared to do. She, however, just jumps in and does it. I wish I could be more like that. I can relate to her anger, which is the defining sentiment of her character. There is a part of that anger that I carry inside me, which is what I tap into. n With over 20 years of experience in global media

n Tell us what The Many Lives of Ruby Iyer is

about?

The Many Lives of Ruby Iyer is the story of a 17year-old girl, who is molested and pushed in front of a train. When she gains consciousness, she tries to recollect what happened to her. She finds out that her friend has been kidnapped and so, she teams up with a mysterious cop named Vikram Roy to save Mumbai from the villainous Dr. Braganza, who is the mastermind behind the kidnapping, as well as the terror threats facing Mumbai. It’s a dystopian thriller of sorts.

Mumbai, for me, is dystopian — it is urban, large and contradictory. So, I knew that my characters were going to be set in the Mumbai of today. But, the second part of this series will be about a utopian Mumbai, which I want to create. n What inspired you to write this book?

The story for my book was conceived when I was talking to a friend, just after 2013’s Shakti Mills incident, where a journalist had been raped. I was quite angry at the time because I had started my life as a journalist in Mumbai, and the city is like my home. I kept thinking about how there should be a female Robocop of sorts, who could teach such men a lesson — this is how Ruby was born. I initially wrote it as a weekly series for a local website in London and from the very first episode, people really liked Ruby. I would frequently be asked about what Ruby was going to do next. When I realised how curious people

and after being associated with names such as NBC, MTV and Hallmark, what do you think your biggest achievement has been?

Ruby has been my biggest achievement so far.

She is the sum total of my experiences. It is the toughest and the easiest thing that I’ve ever done. I finally did what I love to do, so when I wrote the book, I got this feeling of complete fulfilment. I have been fortunate enough to have jobs that have helped me grow. I’ve travelled and launched channels around the world and all these experiences have defined me as a person, but they have also taught me that in the end, there is no place like home. I kept running away from it but only when I embraced my roots, did I find the inspiration to do what I’ve always wanted to do. n Did you think being a woman is a disadvantage

in the world of media?

At some level, I think that it has always been a boys-only club, whether it’s in India or across the world, and some of it is because women tend to give up their careers because of the various demands from other aspects of their lives. So, the big decision makers are usually men. On the other hand, I actually think that being a woman is an advantage, because we are much more flexible and understand various cultures. As a woman, you’re faced with several choices, mostly personal. You have to be very focussed and ultimately, it’s not about being a man or woman, it’s about what drives you. In fact, I’ve faced as many challenges as any man must have in his career. n What message would you give to the strong,

independent woman of today?

Follow your heart but first, understand what your instincts are trying to tell you. I think that most of us lose the ability to listen to ourselves, particularly as women, because there are so many other stereotypes that society uses to judge you. So, it’s all about pushing them away and doing what you really want to do. I truly believe it is the era of the angry young Indian girl!

MUMBAI | THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2015

>> The Many Lives of Ruby Iyer is Laxmi Hariharan’s third book

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With several celebrities taking to airport style, Shirley Mistry & Yamini Walia pick a few stylish looks for you

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ou may have packed a sweater or bikini, depending on where you’re travelling to, but have you thought about what you’re going to wear to the airport? While we agree that travelling calls for comfort clothing, it doesn’t necessarily imply that you can’t look stylish. So, take a look at a few of these comfortable yet chic looks that we’ve put together for you.

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« five ways to rock pussyBow tops Grunge it up Pussybow tops are an extremely feminine clothing item, so if you want to add some spunk to your look, pair it with boyfriend jeans and a loose blazer. Finish off the look with brogues or ankle-length boots, and you’re good to go.

>> Rita Ora styles her pussybow top well by pairing it with bright coloured trousers

Finish off your look with these simple, stud earrings from Ayesha Accessories.

Price `398

Casual day out Since pussybow tops come with bow detailing, it is easy to wear one when you are pressed for time or can’t muster up the energy to put in hours of effort into your outfit. Pair it with basic blue denims and sandals of your choice, and you’re ready for a casual day out.

You can’t go wrong with jeans and this distressed pair from Vega makes the cut.

Price `2,799

Keep it super casual with this basic beige jacket from American Swan.

Price `2,899

Add a bohemian touch to your outfit with this roomy patchwork backpack from American Swan.

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Add some sparkle to your look with these edgy ear cuffs from Anmol Jewellers.

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Add a pop of colour to your ensemble with this bright bag from Holii.

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Keep your feet comfy and trendy by slipping into these pink-soled Crocs.

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This backpack from Da Milano complements the maroon hue of the leggings.

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This statement ring from Futurology will add a quirky touch to this look.

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We love seeing celebrities at their casual best, but this was definitely not Esha’s best. The circle skirt on this dress would have looked a lot better if the dress was a little longer, or the sleeves a bit shorter. It looks like a bad marriage between a tennis dress and evening wear. The grey sneakers are super cute, especially with the peek of colour from the pop socks, but nothing about this look works for us.

The lace detailing near the waist of this dress looks gorgeous, but we’re not big on the slight high-low style of the skirt or the lace sleeves (quarter sleeves seem to be a standing trend, and they’re growing on us!). The pink lips are a bit off-the-mark but there’s nothing wrong with the rest of this look. It’s not red-carpet glam, but with the minimal accessories and well-styled hair, it sort of works.

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These blue and mint Crocs will round off a casual look perfectly.

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This simple denim shirt from Pepe Jeans will pair perfectly with the floral leggings.

Price `2,399

Funky FlorAls Steer clear of solid coloured tops and pick up this floral one from www.koovs.com.

Since it is formfitting, it will look great when layered with a cover-up or a simple white shirt.

Price `295

« celeB hit or miss: rhea DhanBhoora takes a look at what our leaDing laDies wore this week

Blue Dream

These patterned leggings from www.stylista.com are comfortable and chic.

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bAby bluE We love the pleats on this basic blue pussybow top from www.topshop.com. Wear it with form-fitting denims or cigarette pants for a structured, put-together look that hardly takes any effort.

Price `3,385

Avant garde If your style is a little out-there and you don’t shy away from experimenting with different styles, pick pussybow tops with large bows. They will draw attention to your top and help eliminate the need to accessorise. But, make sure that the size of the bow complements your silhouette or you will end up looking disproportionate.

This leaf-printed dress from Being Human is comfortable as well as eye-catching.

Price `1,899 onwards

This stacked ring from Futurology is all you need to accessorise this look.

Price `4,000

EAsy brEEzy This printed top from Miss Selfridge, available at www.jabong.com, is made using a flowy fabric and will pair well with dark denims. Add a pair of pumps and simple earrings, for a look that is party perfect.

Price `1,495

bAsiC blACk Tuck it into a pencil skirt or wear it over denim shorts — a black top is always a must-have, and this one from www.asos.com is a worthy investment.

Price `2,351

Party perfect Pussybow tops are extremely versatile and can be used to amp-up your party wear wardrobe. Pick tops in fabrics such as silk and Georgette, or choose ones that have lace detailing. Tuck it into a sequinned skirt, slip into your favourite pair of heels and you’re ready for a night out!

This floral, draped top from Varun Bahl is all you need to turn heads when you travel.

Price `30,000

shAdEs oF WinE We love this solid, winecoloured top from www.faballey.com.

Perfect for formal as well as casual wear, this top can be dressed up or dressed down.

Price `950

pussybow tops are a vintage trend that is slowly coming back in style. shirley mistry tells you about the best ways to style them

Work wear Pussybow tops lend themselves extremely well to formal wear. Whether you choose a plain top or a printed one, remember not to pick very bright colours. Pair it with a pencil skirt, formal trousers or cigarette pants for a look that is perfect for an office environment and is chic as well.

We love, love, love these rust and black tie-dye pants from www.stylista.com.

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We know that brogues, sneakers and loafers are a big trend with day dresses, but this look seems a little off. Whether it’s the dull brown contrasted against the pretty lilac florals, or the feminine hairstyle, pleats and print — this does not work. The rest of her look is very pretty though, from her pretty pink lips to the loosely waved hair framing her face.

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Apart from the baggy fit of the dress, we really like this look. She’s managed to rock the quarter sleeve look, her hair is impeccably styles and even though we would have picked different shoes, the chunky, pointed toe booties seem to suit the look she’s going for. We love how the red lip and nails add a pop of colour.

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Her fresh-faced makeup and simple, but sexy shoes get a big thumbs up from us, and this outfit is better than several things we’ve seen her in off late. The black dress is simple, pretty and flatters her figure without being over-the-top, even with the lace detailing. Since they’re cap sleeves, we don’t even mind that they’re lace. We’d love to see Sunny in outfits like this more often!

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>> Find out what attitude will help you stay at the top of your game

dealing With an inaPProPriate Senior I recently started interning at a company and since this is my first internship, I wasn’t really aware of my position or responsibilities. Seeing my plight, a senior offered to help me out. He initially seemed very helpful and I was grateful.

However, his behaviour has now become extremely inappropriate. He has been sending me creepy, inappropriate texts and sometimes he even goes to the extent of talking about my physical attributes. I feel really uncomfortable, but don’t know if I should report this issue to my boss, because he has been working with the company for 20 years. Please help! What should I do?

— Prerna Kumar, Mahim dear Prerna, This is a very serious issue, so don’t take it lightly. Your first step should be to politely tell him how uncomfortable his behaviour makes you feel. If he still continues pestering you, immediately report the issue to your boss. Keeping this to yourself will make it seem as though you’re okay with his behaviour. If your boss fails to act on the matter, don’t hesitate to report it to higher authorities.

Remember that in such situations, seniority shouldn’t, and at most companies won’t, matter and it’s always good to keep your boss in the loop.

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Having a good job profile, achieving your goals and earning respect — all these attributes are synonymous with self-empowerment. But, if you don’t have the right attitude, you might get off on the wrong foot with your employers. Sara Shah suggests that you adopt these techniques to stay empowered and feel inspired

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quality, leadership, empowerment — in recent times, these values have gained a strong foothold in our professional lives. Empowerment of women, in particular, has never been considered more important than it is now.

While there are people who advocate women empowerment working tirelessly to improve disrespectful notions and attitudes of a society towards women, it is also essential for a woman to have the right kind of attitude about herself to actually feel empowered. So, take a look at our list of such attitudes that every woman should cultivate.

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Whether it’s at work or at home, don’t be afraid to voice your opinion — the quieter you are about what you feel, the more likely you are to feel suppressed or unheard. A woman who isn’t afraid to voice her opinions for a cause and who isn’t easily put down by criticism and adversity is looked at with respect. So, keep your head held high and speak up when it comes to matters that you feel strongly about.

lead the Way We aren’t suggesting that you start shooting orders out to your team members, because being a leader is about much more than that. What will define you as a good leader is your sense of responsibility towards your team and the way that you inspire your team members.

Additionally, you need to be a good listener and adopt a practical approach to problem solving. Being a leader makes you

the group representative, and so your actions can have a major impact on the way your team members perceive you and other women.

indePendence iS Key The notion of women having to depend on their male counterparts is one of the oldest and, perhaps, most damaging. With changing times, women are taking on the responsibility of fending not only for themselves, but for their families as well.

While there will always be sceptics, who doubt a woman’s ability to live on her own, the need for independence is slowly rubbing off on women all over the world.

be inforMed Learned women are always perceived as witty and intelligent thanks to their vast knowledge and hunger to keep learning. A woman who is well-read in a particular field is confident and possesses the ability to debate and stand up for her rights.

Remember, knowledge is power!

WorK hard There’s nothing more empowering than hard work that has paid off. As a woman, you should be willing to work diligently for your goals and ambitions. Hard work never goes unnoticed, and it might sound clichéd, but a woman who can work hard to achieve her goals can achieve almost anything that she wants to if she sets her mind to it.

reSPect otherS, and yoUrSelf We all want to be respected by the people around us, but not many realise that one of the several aspects of respect is to give as well as take. In order to be respected, a woman needs to be respectful of others, irrespective of how she is being treated.

Respect cannot be demanded; it has to be earned. So, be confident, bold and outgoing to ensure that your voice is heard and respected, but also remember to treat other people the way you want to be treated. At the same time, treat yourself with respect and stand up for yourself when the situation arises.

be confident It goes without saying that a confident woman is an empowered woman. You might be well-prepared for the worst situation, but if you do not have the confidence to face it, the best of plans won’t help you. It is crucial to be aware of your own qualities — both good and bad — and to be humble enough to acknowledge them.

After all, you are truly empowered when you are aware of your full potential and know how and where to invest it.

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>> You’d be surprised about how much linen goes into getting your bed to look like this!

There’s nothing quite like sinking into a luxurious bed, but how your bed feels has a lot to do with the kind of sheets that you use. Rhea Dhanbhoora & Dev Goswami give you the low-down

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f you’re anything like us, you appreciate a luxurious, well-made bed. Have you ever wondered why beds at hotels seem so much more comfortable than your flat mattress and stiff sheets at home? The linen you use is to blame! From comforters and duvets to shams (don’t worry, we’ll explain everything!) and throws, every item that you put on your bed helps to make it more comfortable. Take a look at how to pick the perfect sheets, and what sort of linen you need to create an indulgent sleeping space.

>> Picking patterns is easy, but read our guide to pick the best material

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MATERIAL SPEAK Should the material of the sheets that you use change from summer to winter? It really depends on who you ask and where you live. Certain areas see colder winters and very humid summers, where changing the material of the sheet matters.

However, in most places, as Sanvari explains, you could get away with changing just the cover, duvet or blanket that you use. Ina adds, “Pure cottons or cotton-satin blends work the best throughout the year. However, during winter, pure satin can be used on special occasions.” We love satin sheets, so we’re glad she mentioned them!

PICKING THE PERFECT SHEETS If you want to ensure that you buy the perfect set of sheets, read on as Sanvari Alagh Nair, director of www.houseproud.in, and Ina Arora, managing director at D’Decor, tell us about a few things that you should keep in mind when you’re shopping for sheets. n Sanvari and Ina both tell us that one of the most important things to look out for is the thread count. All you need to remember is that the higher the thread count is, the softer the sheets will feel. n When it comes to custom-sized beds and furnishings, it’s important to buy sheets that are big enough to fit your bed comfortably. Sanvari explains that you may sometimes get swayed by affordable price tags on single bedsheets, but remember that they come in a standard size that might be too small for your

needs. If you’re doubtful about whether a sheet will fit your bed or not, it is always better to choose double bed-sheets — you can always tuck any excess material under the mattress. n Remember to account for the thickness of your mattress when you’re buying sheets. Mattresses such as memory foam ones tend to be thick and so, you will need to ensure that your sheets are big enough to cover the sides completely. n Ina recommends picking sheets that are machine washable as far as you can, since they are more practical for daily use and maintaining them won’t be a task. n If you’re a girl living alone, or with roommates, and don’t care much about appearance, Sanvari has a great tip for practical, everyday sheets. She tells us that you should consider buying fitted sheets. These sheets, which act as a pocket for your mattresses, are available at several home décor stores and websites and will tuck in nicely into any standard mattress.

CLIMATE CONTROL Different climates usually call for the use of different materials.

So, you can’t expect to use quilts, duvets and throw pillows and still be comfortable unless you’ve got an air conditioned room. So, in a city like ours, where the climate is usually quite hot and humid, even during winter, both Sanvari and Ina recommend that you pick cotton sheets. Cotton is perfect for both warm and cool weather, provides adequate air circulation and is comfortable. If you’re looking for luxurious options, you can choose a cotton-satin blend that has a more attractive finish when compared to plain cotton sheets. You can also opt for silk sheets (they remain cool through the night and look luxurious), however make sure that you avoid ones that are a nylon or polyester blend, as both these materials can make you feel quite hot, making them uncomfortable to sleep on during summer.

From plain coloured ones to printed styles, Ina tells us that there are several types of linen designs that can completely change the look of your bedroom. She adds, “For a dressy look you can pick embroidered sheets, printed stripes, checks or woven jacquard designs.” If you’re confused about where to start (sheets, covers or duvets... !), Sanvari tells us that these are the most common types: n Blankets: Everyone knows what these are! They’re usually only used to keep yourself warm or covered up at night. A smaller blanket, or throw, is sometimes used decoratively. n Fitted sheet: This is the sheet that you tuck your mattress into. Most people use only this sheet! n Top sheet: This is a flat sheet that is put over your bed, separating you from the fitted sheet and your blanket. It’s not commonly used, but it should be, because it makes it easier to change your sheets on a regular basis. n Coverlet: Ever wondered why display beds look so good? It’s because of the coverlet, a decorative piece put over your bed when it’s made in the morning. Most of us use our quilts or duvets for this purpose though. n Comforters & duvets: These are usually thicker than quilts, stuffed with fibres and sewn together.

They’re very comfortable and serve as decorative pieces, as well as to keep you warm on chilly nights.

Comforters are more economical, because duvets need duvet covers (like pillow covers), which increase your costs in the long run. n Pillowcase: This is pretty self explanatory. It’s a case that’s used to cover a pillow. n Pillow sham: This is similar to a pillowcase, but it’s much more decorative. You usually see them on display pillows in hotel rooms — and they make your bed look very pretty when it’s all made up because of the embellishments on them. n Bed skirt: Wondering why you never see the legs of a hotel bed? Bed skirts are the reason — the decorative strips of fabric are placed between the mattress and the bed and don’t need to be changed as often. If you have a box bed, this is the perfect way to spruce it up a little.

OUR PICKS Here are five of our favourite types of linens, throws and bed-sets. Take your pick!

While maintaining the pristine white shade of this sheet from D’Decor will be hard work, the simple embroidery will lend itself well to a minimalist bedroom.

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We love Pottery Barn and ever since we heard that they ship to India, we’ve been even more excited. If you want to sleep in luxury, pick up this Antonella print bedding set, which includes a duvet cover, sheet set, two pillowcases and two shams. It’s available at www.potterybarn.com.

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If you already have a duvet but want to spruce up how it looks, pick up this attractive blue duvet cover from Swayam Shades N More, available on www.amazon.in.

Price `2,715

We love this Union Jack pillow cover from www.houseproud.in. It’s a good addition to a quirky bedroom.

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If you want to add a feminine touch to your room, pick up this floral cushion cover from www.thehomelabel.com.

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>> Don’t take your relationship lightly, if your best friend has a crush on your boyfriend

Think you can fix our readers’ complicated problems? Read on...

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When I met W at a business conference, I was enthralled with him. Here was an intelligent, sophisticated man and so good looking! I was not going to let him get away!

Now, three years later, we are still in a relationship...

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Both our careers are going great...

This might not actually work when you discover that your best friend has a crush on the guy who you’ve just started dating, but Dev Goswami has a few tips that will

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our best friend falling for your boyfriend is definitely a sticky situation, but do you know what’s worse? It’s when you’re still trying to win over your crush and you suddenly discover competition from unlikely quarters — your best friend! If you find yourself in a similar situation, take a look at our tips.

Take iT forwarD The biggest mistake that you can make right now is taking your relationship too lightly. This attitude will make it seem as though you aren’t serious about your crush and so, your friend will be led to believe that she has a chance. On the other hand, moving forward swiftly (without seeming desperate) will not only show her that you’re serious about your relationship, it will also help you win over your crush.

keeP Them aParT This may seem like a mean move, but remember that all is fair in love and war.

If you’re serious about a relationship with your partner, now is not the best time to introduce him to your friends.

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parties or occasional group outings is fine, but in order to ensure that your friend doesn’t fall head-over-heels in love with your boyfriend, your best move is to reduce the number of opportunities that she gets to hang out with him.

Show ThaT you’re iN love The next time you’re heading for a girl’s night out, talk about how much you like your new boyfriend and tell your friends cute stories about the various dates that you’ve been on. This is one of the best ways to let your best friend know that you’re serious about your new relationship, without actually having to get into an embarrassing conversation with her.

Talk iT ouT If all else fails, talking to her, irrespective of how embarrassing you think it will be, is your only option. However, before you decide to talk to her, make sure that your suspicions are valid and that you aren’t misreading the situation. If you’re sure that she has feelings for your partner, have a frank conversation with her. Bring up specific episodes — it could be the time when you noticed her flirting with

your partner or when you overheard her talking about the feelings that she has for your partner, in order to ensure that she sees where you’re coming from.

Remember to keep the conversation and your tone civil to make it seem as though you’re requesting her to back off so that your friendship isn’t adversely affected.

DoN’T Tell your boyfrieND This is an important point — in most situations, when you’ve been dating for a while, we would recommend that you talk to your partner about your friend’s feelings towards him. However, when you’ve just started dating, chances are that talking to him about it will do more harm than good. We aren’t talking about your boyfriend developing an interest in your friend once he learns about her feelings for him (though that can happen as well), we’re talking about you coming across as a jealous and insecure girl, regardless of how genuine your concerns are. So, keep this between you and your friend, and as far as your partner is concerned, concentrate on building a healthy and stable relationship.

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Dear Grace, My roommate recently hosted a party for her office colleagues and invited most of the people that she’s friendly with at work.

One of them was a guy at the party, who I had spoken to before, but there seemed to be a different, more special connection between us that night. We spoke for a long time and he even asked me to dance with him. Even after the party started winding down, we continued talking till the wee hours of the morning. I had a nice time with him and I felt as though he liked me

as well. I assumed that we would exchange numbers, but when he left, he didn’t ask for my number. This left me disappointed. I don’t want to lose this special connection.

What should I do? Please help.

— Niharika Juneja, Panvel Dear Niharika, It seems like you’re totally in awe of this guy, which is quite sweet. From what you have described, it seems as though he has a soft spot for you too. So, don’t let this opportunity slip by. He may have been too

My big bone of contention is that even though both of us are working, I am the only one who is expected to take care of home Awesome salad! You know what I really want though? That biryani you made!

Make it soon?

Oh did you get the plumber to fix the faucet?

Did you figure out why the fridge is stinking?

And even though we both have successful careers (in the same field!) we only ever talk about his work! Or at least he only ever talks about his work like it is more important...

So I said...

shy to ask for your number, so you should definitely go ahead and ask your roommate for his number. If you are too shy to take the first step, ask your roommate to invite him over again and see how that goes. If you feel the connection again, don’t hesitate from discussing your feelings with him. There’s nothing wrong with making the first move. In fact, he might appreciate it even more that you think.

Send your questions to womansworld@afternoondc.in

“I don’t know if it is intentional, but for the last year or so, I feel as though I’m being kept in ‘my place’... just fulfilling some role he has in his head for me. That if he could say “Honey, I am home,” and have me come out in an apron and heels...

Any advice?” — N a) If he is putting you in a place, it doesn’t mean that you have to stay there! b) He may not even realise he is doing it. Stop asking him how his day was. Tell him how yours was. Start the conversation. c) Did you start the relationship perhaps acting as a new-bride? And now, it’s boring because it’s not who you really are? Well, it’s time for him to know the real you if you want your relationship to work in the long run.

LAST WEEK: Meghna Ulu should pick option A: Ignore the nosy people. And ignore your husband’s pangs too. If he wants to have them, he will bring it up with you.

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UP mystery: Over 100 rotting bodies recovered from Ganga

U REMEMBERING HIS GOOD OLD DAYS... UN Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon with his landlord Mrs. Singh, where he stayed on rent in Vasant Vihar from 1972 to 1975, in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Sikka meets PM; dedicates $250mn to innovate in India Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and disclosed that his company will spend US $250 million (over Rs.1,500 crore) to fund innovations in software and services in India. Infosys will develop software for managing the kumbh mela scheduled in Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) in 2016, he told PTI.

Naqvi gets one-year jail

Union Minister and senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi was on Wednesday given a one-year jail term by a local court after he was convicted of violating prohibitory orders during the 2009 Lok Sabha polls. Naqvi, 57, the Minister of State for Minority Affairs, later got bail. Eighteen others were also convicted in the case along with Naqvi who was present in the court.

Church vandalised in west Delhi

A church was vandalised by two unidentified men in west Delhi's Vikaspuri area in the wee hours of Wednesday. The incident, which took place at 4:19 a.m., was caught on CCTV camera.

Police have registered a case at Vikaspuri Police Station and efforts are on to nab the attackers, police said. "At 4:19 a.m., two persons came on a motorcycle and one of them entered the church's premises and broke a glass pane. He is seen leaving in the footage only to return a minute later and pulling down a statue," said Assistant Father Balraj of 'Our Lady of Graces Church' where the incident took place.

DU's 3-day ‘moot court’ begins tomorrow

Students of 74 law institutions from India and abroad will participate in a three-day moot court competition, organised by the Campus Law Centre of Delhi University, beginning from Friday. "The Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, is hosting the 11th K K Luthra Memorial Moot Court Competition, 2015, from January 16 to January 18," the Law Centre said.

NNAO: Curiosity is brewing with recovery of 50 more bodies from river Ganga here on Wednesday, taking the number of such recoveries over the last few days to 100 and prompting the Centre to ask Uttar Pradesh government what was happening.

While about 30 bodies were recovered on Tuesday, 50 more were found yesterday from the river Ganga in Safipur area of Unnao district. So far 80 bodies have been taken out from the river near Pariyar ghat, District Magistrate Saumya Agarwal said.

She said the exact number of the recoveries could not be confirmed as bodies were still being recovered.

Unofficially, the body count is said to be more than 100.

As the curiosity was brewing over the mysterious recoveries, Inspector General of Police (Law and Order) A Satish Ganesh said these were bodies ostensibly of unmarried girls and children who were disposed off in the river by their kin as part of last rites.

The bodies surfaced after water receded near Pariyar Ghat, he said.

"During preliminary investigation, local residents informed that instead of cremating the bodies of unmarried girls they are set adrift in the Ganga river," the IG said.

"Most of the bodies were badly

Policemen inspecting the site at Shafipur in Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh where dead bodies were seen floating in river Ganga on Wednesday. mutilated so it was difficult to ascertain their gender," he said.

The DM said post-mortem was not possible as per the opinion of the doctors and instead sampling was being done for DNA testing.

A team of doctors led by Chief Medical Officer Geeta Yadav is taking forensic sample of the bodies.

In a related development, the sanitation workers have refused to take out the bodies from the river as they

are in a very bad shape, an officer said. In Delhi, Union Minister for Water Resources and Ganga Cleaning Uma Bharati said, "We have also received information through the media, party workers and ministry officials over the issue."

She said she had spoken to the District Magistrate of Unnao and "I have also sought information from the Uttar Pradesh Government on how it happened."

EW DELHI: BJP on Wednesday dug up details of ordinances issued by Congress regimes in the past to hit back at it for its attack on Narendra Modi government and wondered if the party will brand Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi as 'dictators'.

Union minister M. Venkaiah Naidu, however, added that the government will try to address the opposition's concerns over ordinances issued by it when they come up for Parliament's approval during the next session. Attacking Congress President Sonia Gandhi for her remarks in the CWC meeting on Tuesday that Modi government had 'dictatorial tendencies', Naidu said if their political adversaries seek to stall their development agenda, they cannot remain "helpless".

As many as 195 ordinances were issued by Indira Gandhi government and 70 by Nehru's, the first Prime Minister, he said.

"Sonia Gandhi should clarify if Nehru was a dictator or a democrat.

How does she describe Indira Gandhi? Was she a dictator?" Naidu told PTI. During 1971-77, Indira Gandhi issued a record 99 ordinances at a "strike rate" of two ordinances every three months, he said.

The Rajiv Gandhi government issued 35 ordinances. All these regimes enjoyed big mandate, he said.

Even the United Front government supported by the Congress and the Left issued 77 ordinances during their reign between 96-98, he said. Dismissing objections raised by Congress against the land ordinance, Naidu said the govern-

ment was "compelled" to issue an ordinance because opposition "blocked" proceedings in Parliament and "did not allow" Rajya Sabha to work.

"They (opposition) have hurt the people. To take development forward we were compelled to issue the ordinance. It addresses the lacuna of the previous law and improves upon its other measures," Naidu said, claiming industrialisation had completely stalled due to the law passed by the UPA. The law was making it "impossible" to acquire land and one chief minister after another chief minister demanded amendment in it, he said. "If they have concerns, we can certainly take it up in Parliament," he said.

11 million NRIs, 20L services personnel to be in electoral rolls

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EW DELHI: More than 11 million NRIs and 20 lakh defence and paramilitary personnel will soon be enrolled in electoral rolls with the government on Wednesday setting the ball rolling for exploring ways for facilitating electronic voting for them.

During a high-level meeting chaired Home Minister Rajnath Singh and attended among others

by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, the issue was discussed threadbare as to how to facilitate e-voting facility to NRI, defence, paramilitary and police personnel as directed by the Supreme Court, reports PTI. Official sources said the option of sending ballot papers to services voters or uploading it in Election Commission websites was discussed. However, the option of electronically sending the ballot to voters after casting the vote is unlikely to be accepted as the secrecy of election will not be maintained at the receiving end, sources said.

But, sources said, the meeting considered the option of sending the ballot after casting the vote through courier. At present, the facility of postal ballot is available for services voters but it is considered to be time-consuming. One of the options considered was sending ballot papers to services voters and NRIs electronically which could be filled and sent through a courier, sources said.

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Ordinance row: BJP hits back at Cong, asks were Nehru, Indira ‘dictators’?

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ONE FOR THE ALBUM... A tourist clicks a selfie with a Rajasthani artist who welcomed the tourists on the Maharaja Express train in Bikaner on Wednesday.

PDP disinclined to accept offer, NC slams it S

RINAGAR: Prospects of an early resolution to political stalemate in Jammu & Kashmir ended yesterday with National Conference (NC) slamming PDP and accusing it of making every "compromise" to come to power, after the latter showed no inclination to accept offer of support.

PDP, which has emerged as the single largest party with 28 seats in the House of 87 nembers, on Wednesday indicated that it may not accept the support offer of NC whose Working President Omar Abdullah wrote to Governor N.N. Vohra on Tuesday.

"The people have voted against

the National Conference in the elections and with just 15 seats, they (NC) cannot decide on the government formation," PDP Chief spokesperson Naeem Akhtar told PTI here. Soon after, NC's general secretary Ali Mohammad Sagar issued a statement, saying its offer was limited to outside support and attacked PDP, saying it was "ready to make every possible compromise and U-turn to come to power".

Sagar pointedly targeted PDP patron Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, accusing him of "lording over countless massacres and being the architect of repression in the state".

Insisting that NC was not inter-

ested in being a part of government, he said that "unlike" PDP, his party is "guided by principles and a political ideology that is rooted in the aspirations and sentiments of the people."

Sagar said, "It should be amply clear that the NC's offer to PDP was an offer of outside support for PDP to form the government in J&K..."

While slamming PDP, Sagar said, "We have put our ideology over the lure of power, something that quite understandably seems inconceivable for a party like the PDP which is ready to make every possible compromise and U-turn to come to power in the State.

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Prospects for the Indian economy look “very bright” with the remarkable turnaround witnessed in recent months on the back of lower current account deficit and the slew of reforms unleashed by the new government.

Chief Economic Advisor Arvind Subramanian BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS India Inc's Dec Foreign Borrowing Up 14% At USD 637 Mn

Nifty Edges Lower, But...

NSE India: CNX Nifty — Daily Market Report for: Thursday (January 15, 2015) (Based on the activity of the previous trading day) by Dominic Rebello REVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS DAY: The Nifty fell marginally on Wednesday (January 14, 2015) a net 21.85 points (0.26%) and closed at the 8277 point level. The market opened up with a gap at the 8307 points level. It then rose further and registered the day’s high at the 8326 points level at 9.45 a.m. The index then declined into the red and turned into a range bound movement until 12.05 p.m. It then declined sharply and registered the day’s low at the 8236 points level at 12.30 p.m. The index then rose and turned into a range bound movement until closing at the day. The Nifty witnessed a volatile session and moved in a range of 90 points. Sentiment was bearish and amongst the 50 Nifty stocks 29 were losers, 20 were gainers and 1 remained unchanged. Substantial selling was witnessed in metal stocks.

the 7831 points level.

Resistance Levels The immediate main resistance is at the 8334 points level.

The next resistance is at the 8581 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 = 8280 (This is the level where the trend is likely to change during intraday).

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: Support (1) = 8234.

Volume: Volume (Qty shares) decreased 1.83%. This change is small Support (2) = 8190.

Resistance (1) = 8324. and indicates a moderate participation by investors.

Resistance (2) = 8370.

Market Breadth: Overall Market Breadth on the NSE was OUTLOOK FOR TODAY: negative. Amongst all the traded stocks, 564 were gainers, On Japanese candlestick patterns the index has 921 were losers and 32 remained unchanged. formed a second consecutive small black body candle.

Slow Stocha stic Indicator: The Slow Stochastic Oscillator Further, the index has dropped below its 5 day moving has declined in the neutral zone. The Slow K line in the average. This is negative.

Stochastic Oscillator is above the slow D line (positive if it However, the index is above its 15, 25 and 200 days continues). moving averages. Further, the 5 days moving average has crossed above the 15 days moving average. This is RSI Indic ator: The RSI is above the 40 level but is now positive and a buy signal. Moreover, the velocity declining (negative if it continues). parameters continue to indicate strength. All these indicate a positive bias.

MACD Indicator: The MACD is below zero but is now rising Investors are advised to hold long positions but with a (positive). It is above its 9-day Average (positive). strict stop loss at the 15-day average at the 8257 point’s level.

ADX Indicator & DI Lines: The +DI line is above the –DI line Work with strict stop losses on all positions but both lines are converging (negative if it continues). The ADX is flat while the Market Index is falling. No signal here.

Moving Averages (Trend Indicators) The index: Has dropped below its 5-day average (at 8283) Negative.

Is above its 15-day average (at 8257) Positive.

Is above its 25-day average (at 8240) Positive.

Is above its 200-day average (at 7711) Positive.

Overa ll Market Strength/Weaknes s: The indicators and oscillators discussed here are indicating a strong market but with a negative bias.

Support Levels: For short-term traders the immediate main support is at the 7909 points level. The next support is at

Disclaimer: Investment recommendations made in ‘ADC’ are for information purposes only and derived from sources that are deemed to be reliable but their accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. ‘ADC’ or the analyst/writer does not accept any liability for the use of this column for the buying or selling of securities. Readers of this newspaper who buy or sell securities based on the information in this newspaper are solely responsible for their actions. ‘ADC’ and/or its affiliates and/or employees and/or the author, his company or his acquaintances may have interests/ positions, financial or otherwise in the securities mentioned in this newspaper.

India Inc raised USD 637.29 mn from overseas markets in December 2014, up 13.65% from year-ago period, according to the RBI data. The domestic companies had raised USD 560.73 mn from overseas markets in the same month last year. Of the total borrowings during the month under review, USD 145.62 mn was raised through approval route, while USD 491.67 mn came through automatic route. As many as 59 companies raised money from automatic route and 4 firms raised via approval route. In the approval route category, Oil India Limited raised USD 125 mn for refinancing of earlier ECB, Goldman Sachs Services Pvt Ltd USD 75 mn for general corporate purpose, Sabmiller India Ltd raised USD 50 mn for general corporate usage and Himatsingka Seida Limited raised USD 21 mn for overseas acquisition. In the approval route, Air India raised USD 99.5 mn for import of capital goods, Sandisk India Device Design Centre Private Limited and Mercator Limited raised USD 28 mn and USD 18 mn respectively for mordernisation projects.

GSM Mobile Operators Add 81.7 Lakh Subscribers In Dec GSM mobile operators added 81.7 lakh subscribers in December, taking their overall user base to 67.85 crore at the month end. The GSM mobile user base stood at 67.03 crore at the end of November 2014, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) said yesterday. COAI, which represents telecom players like Bharti Airtel, Vodafone and Idea Cellular, said the data does not include GSM subscriber number of Reliance Communications, Tata Teleservices and Quadrant. Reliance Jio Infocomm had also joined the body but the company is yet to start telecom services. Idea Cellular added the maximum number of users at 25.8 lakh during the month. Its user base stood at 15.05 crore. Bharti Airtel added 17.6 lakh subscribers to take its user base to 21.72 crore whereas Vodafone added 14.9 lakh users and its overall base stood at 17.86 crore.

Uninor added 12 lakh new users to take its base to 4.36 crore,whereas Aircel added 9 lakh subscribers and its base stood at 7.86 crore. Videocon added 2.08 lakh subscribers and state-run MTNL added 22,469 users to its network. .

Care Ratings Expects Rate Cut In Feb Despite marginal increase in WPI inflation this month, it appears to be within sustainable levels. Food prices have increased in the month of December, but there has also been some cushion from the global side in terms of oil prices. There would be a tendency for food price inflation to move upwards in January and February but overall WPI inflation would still be within acceptable limits. Thus, says Care Ratings, “we expect the RBI to cut the policy repo rate by 25 basis points in the next policy review to be held on 3rd February 2015”.

Christians Hold Largest Percentage Of Global Wealth Christians account for the overwhelming majority of wealth held worldwide, followed by Muslims and Hindus, says a report. A significant percentage of wealth (USD 67,832 bn, accounting for 34.8%) is held by individuals with no religion or those who believe in other religion. In terms of the number of High Net Worth Individuals (those with net assets of USD 1 mn or more) by religion, Christians dominate, followed

by Muslims and then Hindus, according to the report by New World Wealth. It said the total wealth held by Christians stood at USD 107,280 bn, which account for over 55% of worldwide wealth, followed by Muslims at the second place with wealth of USD 11,335 bn (5.8%) and Hindu (USD 6,505 bn, 3.3%). Meanwhile, the total wealth held by Jewish religion stood at USD 2,079 bn (1.1%).

BROKERAGE RECOMMENDATIONS Angel Broking calls a ‘Buy’ on Infosys Tech CMP: Rs. 2129

Target Rs. 2449

Religare calls a ‘Buy’ on Bajaj Corp CMP: Rs. 419

Target Rs. 480

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‘India’s Internet Economy Can Reach $200 Bn By 2020’

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NEWS FLASH

Yes Bank Q3 Net rises 30% at Rs 540 cr LIC Housing Fin Q3 Net rises marginally to Rs 344 cr Govt to sell 10% stake in Indian Oil Corp this fiscal Govt approves Rs 996 cr for augmenting transmission network Gulf Oil forms strategic alliance with Whitmore India-US CEO Forum to meet on Jan 26 Volkswagen launches petrol model of Cross Polo.

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ast paced growth in computer literacy and greater use of data on mobiles will help India's Internet economy grow to USD 200 billion or 5% of the GDP by 2020, Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said yesterday. Accepting that India's broadband penetration is low, the minister said the government is addressing the issue in a "time-bound manner", partly through the National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) project.

"For the Internet Economy to touch $200 billion by 2020 that will contribute 5% of gross domestic product, we need to move at a fast pace towards computer literacy. The other key areas which will help the Internet economy to grow is Mobile Internet," Prasad said at India Digital Summit here. "I accept that India's broadband penetration is

low but we are working on NOFN project to resolve this in a timebound manner. Around 10 lakh kilometres fibre has been laid in the country during the last 25 years, and under NOFN we have plans to lay 7 lakh kilometres fibre in about 3 years plus time," he said.

He termed the Digital India Programme launched by the NDA government as a game changer and said broadband is going to play a key role in it. Prasad released the India@Digital.Bharat report which has suggested measures to government to facilitate over three times growth of Internet economy from about USD 60 billion at present to USD 200 billion by 2018. Internet based businesses and ecosystem around it can reach USD 200 billion by 2020, contributing to about 5% of GDP, said the report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India and Boston Consulting Group.

Growth in the Internet economy will create nearly 15-20 lakh job opportunities by 2018 compared to 45 lakh employed by it at present, the report estimated.

According to it, Internet users in India will jump from 190 million as of June 2014 to over 550 million, while the number in rural areas will touch 210 million by 2018. Google India Managing Director and IAMAI Chairman Rajan Anandan said: "India is the 3rd country in the world to have over 5 Internet companies valued at over USD 1 billion.

India is the fastest growing Internet country but we need to move from narrow band to broadband at the earliest."

Prasad had recently told Parliament that the NOFN project, which aims to connect 2.5 lakh village panchayats with 100 megabit per second download speed, will be completed by December 2016.

UN Predicts Indian Economy Will Grow By 6.4% In 2015

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he Indian economy is likely to expand by 6.4% this year, driving the economic growth in South Asia, according to a United Nations report which said progress in implementing much-needed structural reforms is likely to boost India's economic performance in 2015.

South and South-West Asia could witness an economic growth of 5.3% in 2015, which will be a fouryear high.

"The positive outlook is mainly led by an increase in growth in India," the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) said in its 'Survey of Asia and the Pacific 2014: Year-end Update'.The Indian economy is likely to expand by 6.4% in 2015 as com-

pared to 5.5% last year.

"Positive expectations regarding the extent of reforms to be proposed and implemented" by the Narendra Modi-government boosted consumer and business confidence in the latter part of 2014, resulting in increased economic growth, it said.

The report said developing countries in Asia and the Pacific are forecast to grow at an average of 5.8% this year, up from 5.6% in 2014, spurred by decreased inflation and a steep decline in oil prices. Structural reforms and lower oil prices can further boost grown for sustainable development. The growth in the Asia-Pacific region will be driven by improved growth in a range of developing economies, including Bangladesh, India, Indone-

Tata Sons Gets RBI Nod To Buy DoCoMo’s Stake

By A Business Reporter

vested USD 2.2 bn in Tata Teleservices.

Unable to find a buyer, Tata Sons ata Sons has won an approval of in November applied to RBI to purthe RBI to buy Japanese telecom chase the stake at Rs 58.045 per firm NTT DoCoMo's stake in their share - half the price DoCoMo had struggling joint venture, Tata Tele- paid in 2009. But it could not get services, for Rs 7,250 cr. The RBI last the requisite approvals in time and month informed the Finance Min- DoCoMo earlier this month istry that it was "inclined to accept" dragged Tatas to an international the proposal of Tata to buy Do- court of arbitration.

CoMo's 26.5% stake at Rs 58 per The Japanese firm had stated that share, half the rate which the Japan- as per the 2009 agreement that ese firm originally paid. RBI has formed Tata Teleservices, Docomo sought the Finance Ministry's views can sell the shares if the joint venon it, sources said. ture fails to meet performance tarWhen contacted, a Tata Sons gets in the fiscal year that ended on spokesperson said, "As you are March 31 last year. aware, Tata Sons has made the necDocomo, TTSL and Tata Sons had essary application to the Reserve in March 2009 signed shareholder Bank of India. The company is agreement for business alliance. awaiting a response."

Docomo picked up 27.31% stake in DoCoMo in July last year an- Tata Teleservices for Rs 12,924 cr nounced plans to exit Tata Teleser- and 20.25% in Tata Teleservices vices. The exit, it had said, was to (Maharashtra) Ltd for Rs 949 cr. happen as per the 2009 agreement Overall, Docomo holds 26.5% in with Tatas when the Japanese firm in- Tata Teleservices.

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sia, Papua New Guinea, Korea and Thailand.

Economies such as India and Indonesia are "expected to make progress in carrying out muchneeded structural reforms under their new administrations, which is likely to boost their performance in 2015," it said.

The report, however, said that India experienced a negative contribution of investment to growth in the third quarter of 2014, which indicates the continuing pressing challenge of improving the business climate.

The report projected inflation in India for 2015 to drop to 6.3% from 6.7% last year. It said employment, social protection and welfare-related spending and reforms were also on the rise in the region.

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Gems & Jewellery Sector Sends Budget Wish List To FM Seeks reduction in gold import duties as global oil & gold prices have fallen as also a comprehensive gold mining policy that encourages domestic exploration. Urges government to exclude jewellery from all FTAs and stimulate enhanced recycling schemes for idle gold

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s part of its pre-Union Budget recommendations,the All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF), the national nodal and the largest single trade body in India for the promotion and growth of trade in gems and jewellery across India, has urged the Union Finance Minister to bring down the duty on gold from 10% to 2% to encourage ‘Make in India’ initiative in the gems & jewellery sector. At present, the current account deficit is under control due to reduction in global gold prices (40% down) from USD 1,900 to USD 1,200 today. Fortunately, crude prices (which account for the highest bill for imports) have reduced 60% in last 6 months.

According to the GJF, increasing import duty on gold has neither helped the Government nor the trade – very few have benefited and smuggling has increased. Referring to these dynamically changing macro-economic indicators, GJF has reiterated its demand for the Government to formulate a comprehensive gold policy for India and make India a global jewellery hub.

GJF has categorically asked the Government to exclude jewellery

from all bilateral or multi-lateral free trade agreements (FTAs).

Stating that the Government should not encourage jewellery imports at cheaper rates, GJF referred to the earlier FTA with Thailand - which was a failure as it discouraged indigenous jewellery manufacturing.

Haresh Soni, Chairman, GJF, said, ““Keeping in mind, the Prime Minister’s vision of promoting ‘Make In India’ brand we have to protect & nurture our indigenous industry. Both oil and gold prices globally have fallen substantially now vis-à-vis last few years. We propose that the difference between import duty of raw material (gold & silver) and finished jewellery (gold & silver) to be maintained at minimum 10% (for gold) and 15% (for silver). We also urge the Government to create a comprehensive gold mining policy for domestic exploration and for cluster development for ‘Make in India’ fashion jewellery. This will also encourage NRIs to buy jewellery from India.”

Manish Jain, Vice Chairman, GJF, said, “To provide incentive for the organised manufacturing facility, the Government must reintroduce metal gold loans (MGL) and innovative finance options for sector. If we are not competitive on the global front, we won’t be able to become a global hub and therefore MGL rate of interest should be at par with international rate (3.5 to 6% in India vis-a-vis 1.5% in international markets). We seek removal of excise duty on fashion jewellery and also abolish excise duty on precious metals as Government is not earning any revenue on it. ” GJF has urged the Government to monetize existing investment and reduce import burden through recycling the large gold reserves held with temple trusts, banks, NBFCs and retail customers.

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Four magicians each answer a mysterious summons to an obscure address with secrets inside. A year later, they are the Four Horsemen, big time stage illusionists who climax their sold out Las Vegas show with a bank apparently robbed for real. This puts agents Dylan Rhodes of the FBI and Alma Dray of Interpol on the case to find out how they did it. However, this mystery proves difficult to solve even with the insights of the professional illusion exposer, Thaddeus Bradley. What follows is a bizarre investigation where nothing is what it seems with illusions, dark secrets and hidden agendas galore as all involved are reminded of a great truth in this puzzle: the closer you look, the less you see. HBO, 9 p.m .

SHASTRI SISTERS

SOAPS & SERIALS

In tonight’s episode we will see, Minty find Devyani and Neel alone in the room, and feels threatened that her family is being controlled by the Shastri family. She decides to do something about it. On the other hand, Shastriji tells Anu to return home and complete all the last minute preparations for bidding a happy farewell. Later we see, Minty tells Dolly that she will not let Anu enter their house. This sudden demand by Minty leaves everyone in shock and on the other hand Rajat promises Anu to stand by her no matter what. Colors, 7 p.m .

BE THE CREATURE

The best way to understand a creature is to BE THE CREATURE; follow the Kratt Brothers on Animal Planet’s BE THE CREATURE as they throw themselves into the wild lifestyles of animals to discover what it’s like to live with animals around the globe. Animal Plan et, 9 p.m .

REDESIGN MY BRAIN

The science of neuroplasticity has found that with specific training anyone can become smarter, increase their memory capacity and reverse mental aging. REDESIGN MY BRAIN puts the idea of brain plasticity to the test. Over the course of three months, renowned TV celebrity Todd Sampson undertakes a scientifically endorsed training program to turn his ordinary brain into a “super-brain”. A fun, fast-paced, and fascinating journey into the workings of our very minds, this programme is a makeover show like no other—one where the design experts makeover the human brain! Discov er y, 9 p.m .

THE GADGET SHOW

THE GADGET SHOW on Discovery Science reviews all the latest and future technology to give the viewers an insight into tomorrow’s gadgets today. Follow the Gadget Show team of experts as they test a variety of consumer products in its own unique style, making them entertaining and accessible to the viewer. Discover y Scie nce, 9 p.m .

DISAPPEARED

A person suddenly and unexpectedly disappears! No trace, no clues, nothing but the lingering mystery they leave behind.

DISAPPEARED on ID – Investigation Discovery is an exciting series that investigates the disappearance of these victims, who are here one minute, gone the next. Tune in as each episode focuses on one victim’s story, as told through the

HELLBOY

Shastri Sisters, Colors, 7 p.m. perspectives and actual voices of their closest friends and family and how the investigators try to solve the case.

ID, 8 p .m .

JAMAI RAJA

Outraged after learning the truth behind Kritika and Rajveer’s relationship, Sid tries to tell Roshini the truth about himself before things take a turn for the worst. Kritika remains adamant and Mrs Khurrana, blinded by the love for her daughter wishes to stay on board. What will happen next? Zee TV, 8.30 p.m.

NISHA AUR USKE COUSINS

Viraj is shocked when he comes to know that Shekhar has been the back stabber, he thanks Nisha and the cousins for exposing Shekhar. Nisha confesses her feelings to Viraj but Viraj says that he loves someone else. A heartbroken Nisha decides to save Lakshya acedemy for Viraj, as a gesture of gratitude. Nisha decides to do a Talent show to raise funds for the academy and get Viraj’s respect as a sportsperson back!

Meanwhile, Dadaji accepts Amanpreet as the bahu of the house leaving everyone happy. Star Plus, 8.30 p.m .

MELISSA AND JOEY SEASON 2

When Mel and Joe walk in on Lennox and Aidan in bed together, they try to steer her away from sex, while Aidan’s parents (Beth Littleford and David Starzyk) are delighted at the idea of the two being each other’s “first”. Holly tries to get Ryder to shave for the first time. Star World, 8.3 0 p .m.

MOVIES OF THE DAY

STUDENT OF THE YEAR

BORN TO RAISE HELL

THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON Hellboy, Star Movies, 9 p.m.

A hard core Interpol Agent is assigned to an Eastern European task force to target gun trafficking and dope running throughout the Balkans. While investigating a Russian gun dealer, his team is caught in a bloody street war between a Gypsy gang and the Russians, leaving one task force member dead. Fueled with vengeance, he leads us on an action packed thrill ride while avenging his friend’s death. Ze e Studio, 11 p.m.

After Bella recovers from the vampire attack that almost claimed her life, she looks to celebrate her birthday with Edward and his family. However, a minor accident during the festivities results in Bella’s blood being shed, a sight that proves too intense for the Cullens, who decide to leave the town of Forks, Washington for Bella and Edward’s sake. Initially heartbroken, Bella finds a form of comfort in reckless living, as well as an even-closer friendship with Jacob Black. Danger in different forms awaits. Pix , 11.25 p.m.

Shah Rukh Khan and Sharad Kapoor are the leaders of the two rival gangs. Aishwarya Rai is Shah Rukh Khan’s twin sister. Shah Rukh is in love with Priya Gill. Chandrachur Singh is Sharad Kapoor’s younger brother who studies in a catering college in Bombay. He comes to Goa to visit his brother and plans to go back and start a restaurant there. He sees Aishwarya and falls in love with her. Chandrachur gives up the idea of going back to Bombay and opens a bakery in Goa. When Shah Rukh comes to know about the romance between Aishwarya and Chandrachur, the fight between the gang turns more violent. CVO, 9 p.m.

His hunger for conquest not satiated, even after repeated victories, Samrat Ajaatshatru of Magadh would like to continue on his winning spree, as the only unconquered city is that of Vaishali. His astrologers forewarn him; his Senapati cautions him that his army is tired and needs to rest; his very own mother refuses to let take part in any war - but he refuses to listen to anyone and hastens to war - which leads to subsequent defeat at the hands of the Vaishali army. Wounded, lost, and on the run from enemy soldiers, Ajaatshatru dons the guise of a Vaishali soldier and takes shelter with a woman named Amrapali. Zee Classic, 9 p.m.

JOSH

P.M. 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 8.30 9.00 10.00 11.00

AMRAPALI

LISTING 9.30 10.00 10.30 11.00

Qubool Hai Satrangi Sasuraal Doli Armaano Ki Jodha Akbar

LIFE OK

P.M. 2.00 Best of Savdhaan India 7.00 Savdhaan India 7.30 Mere Rang Mein Rangne Wali 8.00 Mahakumbh 8.30 Laut Aao Trisha 9.30 Aheeb Daastan Hai Ye 10.00 Comedy Classes 10.30 Savdhaan India: India Fights Back 11.30 Mahakumbh

COLORS

P.M. 2.00 Udann 2.30 Meri Aashiqui Tum Se

8.30 9.00 9.30 10.30 11.00

Gharachi Julooni Yeti Reshimgathi Ka Re Duraava Asmita Jai Malhar Ka Re Duraava

ANIMAL PLANET

P.M. 2.00 Be the Creature 4.00 United Colors of Wild: Be The Creture 6.00 AP Safari 7.00 Hunter’s 8.00 South Pacific 9.00 Be The Creature 11.00 Wildwives of Savannah Lane

DISCOVERY

P.M. 2.00 Factory Made

3.30 Do Or Die: Gory End 4.00 Brain Games: Seening Is Believing 4.30 Crowd Control: Lawbreakers 5.00 Living Edens: Bandhavgarh Wilderness 6.00 Science of Stupid 7.00 Brain Games: Superstitions 7.30 Monkey Thieves: Last Man Standing 8.00 Built for the Kill: Crocodile 9.00 Science of Stupid 10.00 Crowd Control: Travel Tricks 10.30 Engineering Connections: Bullet Train 11.30 Monkey Thieves: Allied Forces

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY

P.M. 2.00 Beauty Queen Murders

STAR WORLD

House Glee Simpsons Year Melissa and Joey 2 Monk House Glee Simpsons Year Melissa and Joey 2 Monk House Glee

ZEE CAFÉ

P.M. 2.00 Desperate Housewives 4.00 America Funniest Home Videos 5.00 The Big Bang Theory 5.30 Just for Laughs 6.00 Perception 7.00 The Following 8.00 The Big Bang Theory 8.30 Two And a Half Men 9.00 Desperate Housewives 10.00 Perception 11.00 The Big Bang Theory

SONY TV

P.M. 12.00 CID 7.30Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar 8.00 Itni Si Khushi 8.30 Humsafars 9.00 Tum Aise Hi Rehna 9.30 Hum Hain Na 10.00 Maharana Pratap 10.30 Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar 11.00 Crime Patrol

P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00 4.30 5.00 5.30 6.00 6.30 7.00 7.30

In the final days of World War II, the Nazis attempt to use black magic to aid their dying cause. The Allies raid the camp where the ceremony is taking place, but not before a demon - Hellboy - has already been conjured. Joining the Allied forces, Hellboy eventually grows to adulthood, serving the cause of good rather than evil. Star M ovies, 9 p.m .

Student of The Year is set in a school called St. Teresa's, where every year, the boys and girls of compete with each other to win Student of the Year's trophy. 3 competitions take place and the student with the highest score at the end of all competitions emerges as the winner. Our story begins with two boys Abhi and Rohan, who meet each other in St. Teresa's in their final year. Soon their gang of their friends extends to Shanaya and her friends. They all become thick friends and it appears that nothing can break them until things turns upside down as Abhi and Shanaya fall for each other and the Student of the Year competition begins. Max , 9 p.m .

STAR PLUS

P.M. 2.00 Everest 2.30 Diya Aur Bati Hum 3.00 Yeh Rishta Kya Khelta Hai 3.30 Suhaani Si Ek Ladki 4.00 Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 4.30 Nisha Aur Uske Cousins 5.00 Ek Veer Ki ArdaasVeera 5.30 Yeh Hai Mohabbatein 6.00 Iss Pyar Ko Kya Naam Doon-Ek Baar Phir 6.30 Suhaani Si Ek Ladki 7.00 Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 7.30 Ye Hai Mohabbatein 8.00 Tu Mera Hero 8.30 Nisha Aur Uske Cousins 9.00 Diya Aur Bati Hum 9.30 Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hain 10.00 Everest 10.30 Ek Veer Ki ArdaasVeera 11.00 Ye Hai Mohabbatein

ZEE TV

Satrangi Sasuraal Doli Armaanon Ki Kumkum Bhagya Qubool Hai SRGMP Li’s Champs Bandhan… Saari Umar Doli Armaanon Ki Jamai Raja Kumkum Bhagya Satrangi Sasuraal Bandhan… Saari Umar Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke 8.00 Jodha Akbar 8.30 Jamai Raja 9.00 Kumkum Bhagya

DDI (Main Channel)

STARMOVIES

P.M 12.45 Anacondas: The Hunt For The Blood Orchid 2.45 The Mummy 5.10 Hitman 7.00 Unstoppable 9.00 Hellboy 11.25 Resident Evil: Retribution A.M. 8.30 Hitman 10.25 Unstoppable

P.M. 2.15 4.20 6.00 8.00 10.50 A.M. 8.35 10.10

HBO

Red 2 Aeon Flux Insidious Man of Steel Now You See Me Aeon Flux Insidious

ZEE STUDIO

P.M. 2.30 National Treasure 5.10 Madagascar: Europe’s Most Wanted 6.50 The Proposal 9.00 Lara Croft: Cradle of Life 11.00 Born To Raise Hell

Melissa and Joey 2, Star World, 8.30 p.m. Satrangi Sasuraal, Zee TV, 10 p.m.

Hi 3.00 Comedy Nights with Kapil 6.00 Udaan 6.30 Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi 7.00 Shastri Sisters 7.30 Sasural Simar Ka 8.00 Balika Vadhu 8.30 Udaan 9.00 Bigg Boss 10.00 Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi 10.30 Uttaran 11.00 Shastri Sisters

SAB TV

P.M. 2.00 Taarak Mehta Ka 6.00 The Great Indian Family Drama 7.00 Yam Hain Hum 7.30 Badi DoorSe Aaye Hai 8.00 Baal Veer 8.30 Taarak Mehta Ka..

9.00 Chidiya Ghar 9.30 Badi Door Se Aaye Hai 10.00 Yam Hain Hum 10.30 FIR 11.00 Taarak Mehta Ka….

ZEE MARATHI

P.M. 2.00 Ka re Duraava 2.30 Jai Malhar 3.00 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 3.30 Juloon Yeti Reshimghathi 4.00 Asmita 5.00 Jai Malhar 5.30 Honar Suun Me Hya Gharachi 6.00 Ka Re Duraava 6.30 Home Minister 7.00 Jai Malhar 7.30 Javai Vikat Ghene Aahe 8.00 Honor Suun Me Hya

3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 7.30 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00

P.M. 2.00 3.00 3.30 4.00 5.00 6.00 6.30 7.00 7.30 8.00 9.00 10.00 10.30 11.00

P.M. 2.00 2.30 3.00 4.00 5.00 5.30 8.30 9.00

Man Woman Wild Food Factory Body Bizarre India Revealed What Happened Next American Digger How Do They Do It Redesign My Brain You Have Been Warned Rampage

SCIENCE

The Gadget Show Quirky Science Tech Toys 360 How It’s Made Trigger, Weapons That Changed The World Manufactured Time Wrap Quirky Science Tech Toys 360 How It’s Made The Gadget Show Manufactured Time Wrap Frontline Battle with Mike Brewer

HISTORY

Food CIA Counting Cars Your Bleeped Up Brain Ancient Aliens Pawn Stars Baggage Battles Counting Cars Don’t Trust Andrew Mayne 10.00 Pawn Stars 10.30 Baggage Battles 11.00 Counting Cars

NAT GEOGRAPHIC

P.M. 2.00 Secrets of Stupid 3.00 Car Science

DOORDARSHAN

P.M. 2.30 News in Marathi 3.00 Chitrageet 3.30 Special programme on Vamanashram 4.00 Sankat Mochan Hanuman 4.30 Karan The Detective 5.00 News in Marathi 5.05 Chandramukhi 5.30 Matiche Rang 6.00 Krishi Darshan 6.55 Patla Tar Ghya 7.00 News in Marathi 7.30 Smart Sunbai 8.00 Khamosh Sa Afsana 8.30 Pavitra Bandhan 9.00 Zindagi…Ek Bhanwar

MOVIE CHANNELS

9.30 10.00 10.30 11.00 11.30

Dard Ka Rishta Jab Jab Bahar Ayee Paltan Rangoli National Programme of Dance: Odissi by Suresh Kumar Khuntia

Samachar.

Mid Day News Sports News Genext Samachar News Samachar Business News News Headline

8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00

Disappeared Tehkikaat Fata Encounters I’d Kill For You Datess From Hell Who The Bleep Did I Marry Disappeared Fatal Encounters I’d Kill For You Who The Bleep Did I Marry

STAR SPORTS1

P.M. 2.00 History of the Cricket World Cup 3.00 Great Knocks 3.30 Close Encounters 4.00 Jai Ho 4.30 Cricket World Cup 5.00 Jai Ho 5.30 Great Spells 6.00 Cricket World Cup: 1997 7.00 Barclays Premier League 14/15 7.30 Cricket World Cup 8.00 Cricket World Cup: We Captured The Cup 9.30 Jai Ho 10.00 History of the Cricket World Cup 11.00 Barclays Premier League 14/15

STAR SPORTS3

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Phineas and Ferb Art Attack Gravity Falls The Suite Life of Karan and Kabir 5.30 Best of Luck Nikki 7.30 Doraemon 9.30 Phineas and Ferb A.M. 9.00 Ishaan 9.30 Best of Luck Nikki 10.00 Suite Life of Karan & Kabir 10.20 Art Attack

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P.M. 1.30 Kiteretsu 5.30 Iron Man Armored Adventures 6.30 American Dragon: Jake Long 7.00 Phineas and Ferb 8.00 Ultimate Spider Man 8.30 Keteretsu 9.30 Big Bad Beetleborgs 10.00 Telematches A.M. 8.00 Kick Buttowski 8.30 Kid vs Kat 9.00 Phineas and Ferb 11.30 Kid vs Kat

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Swati calls herself a

Swati Verma hails from Bilaspur and is a noted film and TV actor. She will now be seen in the popular SAB TV show 'Baal Veer' where she has an interesting role to play. Sandeep Hattangadi spoke to the effervescent Swati about her new show

What is your story track all about in the show?

In the ongoing track, trouble has knocked the doors of innocent kids once again as Bhayankar Pari played by Shweta Kawatra has stolen Natkhat Pari’s 'Kaal Chitra Yantra' which is capable of turning any person into a rabbit. Bhayankar Pari duplicates this device in a wholesome lot and hand overs one to Kakli, the head witch, played by me who leads the gang of witches roaming on Earth in a beautiful human form with only one vision in mind – end all kids.

While Kakli demonstrates the use of this device to her subordinates.

Manav played by Rudra Soni is witnessing this at that very moment and finds out the true intention behind Kakli’s plan. Manav tries to escape this trap but it’s too late for him as Kakli demonstrates the power of this device on Manav itself. Montu also gets stuck in this trap and both of them get instantly transformed into rabbits.

Female cabbie show

OUR very own television heartthrob is busy these days shooting for a show on women's liberation named 'Halla Bol2' on Bindass. Karan who has been a part of quite a few television shows in the past now feels the need to be associated something that caters to the society. This is the second season of the same show that he is hosting.

Along with this, after the recent Delhi rape, Karan has decided to visit this women-run Priyadarshani Taxi Service. He is also in talks with the channel to inculcate episodes based of the lives of these women cab drivers. When approached to host the second season as well, Karan was really excited to do so.

Bigg Boss ambitions!

MULTI talented Raman Handa whom we have seen in 'Rakhi ka Swayamvar' would like to participate in the next season of 'Bigg Boss'. Raman who hails from Saharanpur, is a big fan of the show, feels he is meant to be in the show. He adds, "I connect with the show a lot. I am very good with new set of people, their mental strength and know how to cope up with them. People who What made you accept such a negative know me closely are aware that I am a character? born entertainer." In the current Actually there is so much to do in this character which season, Raman feels Karishma one never gets on television and I was more than Tanna will be the winner as she pleased to take up this show especially when it’s

By A Staff Reporter has a proper balance inside such a meaty character and that too on SAB TV, the house. which is a premier channel and I have worked OX Life will soon be launching the culinary travel with them on other shows before and I was in a series 'Tales from the Bush Larder'. Through the comfort zone with them. show, chef Kiran Jethwa will take FOX Life viewers on a culinary adventure through Kenya, The witch look, was it difficult to RAGHAV – Rahul, Sonia – Preeti from highlighting the many positive portray?

PAL’s popular show 'Ek Rishta Aisa Bhi' aspects of Kenyan – from its Yes. I had much pains to take on my make up greeted the auspicious harvest festival of people to food to the and the mask I wear and it took hours for me to India – Makar Sankranti with great zeal Kenyan way of life. get into my physical look and then I had to enact and enthusiasm at Mumbai’s Renaissance Shot against a mean character which I had never done before hotel in Powai. Various hues adorned the breathtaking but the entire unit like Shweta Kwatra, and other sky when Raghav, Sonia along with kids landscapes, each child artistes really helped me which made me from Save The Children India School got episode explores the feel that I was never working but enjoying my work. together to perform the auspicious ritual of source of one of the Kite Flying on the occasion. Everyone savored unusual ingredients that the Any role models or inspirations? some delicious meal specially cooked for the country is rich in: Nile perch I am a great fan of Sridevi and I would love to do occasion by the chef. All PAL artists joined the from Lake Turkana, African wild the roles that she has done. kids from Save The Children India School in a honey and wild fowl, Swahili prawns, Boran kite making workshop especially beef, Do robo lamb, Palm Wine, Mud Crabs What about films? organised by Renaissance for the from the Northern Coast.

I have done a lot of South and Bhojpuri films and I am NGO kids.

Kiran Jethwa is a colourful and still considering offers. ambitious third generation Kenyan. He has an Would you do a reality show, if offered?

English mother and Yes. I would love to do 'BIG BOSS' or 'Fear Factor-Khatron ACTOR Vishal Singh who is known as an Indian father Ke Khiladi'. popular Jigar from 'Saathiya' is seen in a and the influence Rajasthani attire nowadays. Vishal tells of the two What kind of shows do you like to watch? us, "I have wore a Rajasthani attire cultures in his Right now I am glued to 'Maharana Pratap' and reality shows. before in the show. This is for the first life can be time I am wearing this attire for five days clearly seen in straight. And also I have a mustache his cooking now in the look so that is a bit irritating. style. He is the But the good part is sometime when I Chef and see myself in the mirror it reminds me of owner of ode Red', a social TV show compiling three different segments about topics Shahrukh Khan in 'Paheli' and Anil Nairobi’s like suicide, violence against women and various psychological disorders, was Kapoor in 'Nayak'." Vishal is also premier seafood launched here today. traveling a lot nowadays for the restaurant, Seven The show, to be premiered on Colors channel on January 19, was inaugurated by shooting as the traveling takes Seafood & Grill. In retired Indian Police Service officer Kiran Bedi, actress Tisca Chopra, Rishi Jaitly, three hours one way. less than a year, the Twitter Head (India) and actor Manish Chaudhary among others at Hindu restaurant has become the College, Delhi University today. most popular eating The launch took place via a panel discussion on the various social destination for the cosmopolitan issues grappling the society like crime against women and men, child Kenyan capital setting him up as a finalist for NOBEL Peace Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi molestation and gender inequality.

The Taste Award’s 'Chef of the Year' and will make a guest appearance on TV docu-drama "'Code Red' is something which we have partnered with our various other awards. He is 'Crime Patrol Satark' for a special series on child upcoming film 'Rahasya'. In the film there is an 18-year-old girl presently setting up his second labour and bride trafficking. The 61-year-old who has been killed. I play her mother. 'Code Red' also talks restaurant in the heart of child rights activist and Pakistani activist about issues within the family which are kept bottled up, secret Nairobi’s diplomatic Malala Yousafzai were awarded the Nobel and don't come out," Tisca said. community and Peace Prize in 2014 for their struggle against The three prominent themes will feature six episodes. continues to raise the the suppression of children and young The first theme 'Umeed' will focus on people, who are on the bar and push culinary people and for the right of all children to verge of ending their lives. 'Awaaz' will focus on violence against boundaries in the region. education. 'Crime Patrol Satark' airs on women and children, and 'Chakravyuh' will show various forms of He completed a BSc in Sony channel. The series, to be aired on entrapment-physical and psychological. hospitality management in Republic Day, will showcase some of Each theme will be helmed by a different production house and the Manchester and soon after the most brutal crimes in India's stories will be presented by TV actress Sakshi Tanwar. traveled from the US, to Italy, history.

Actors Manish, in the role of an NGO representative, and Yash Sinha, as France, South Africa, South East Asia, South and a crime reporter, will take the audience through various instances where Central America and Australia. The show will premiere circumstances and conditions pushed a person against the wall. —PTI only FOX Life from January 29, Thursday and Friday 8 pm.

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD 896

ENIGMA CODE 896

ACROSS: 1 Attitude of unloving rejection in Diana's love-letter to film-acting Elliot (14) 9 Insulate a building for some Alaskans (9) 10 A pound a minute for hard fought battle (5) 11 Moves the ball or creates a mess? (5) 12 Extra burden for fish caught in swell (9) 13 Coat put on the pillar-box (3,5) 14 Get tough and her appearance changes ! (6) 17 Comparatively bold ideas fro breakfast (6) 19 Recovered and went through it all over again (8) 22 Hates reading in Anglo-Saxon (9) 24 A saying not of the BC era (5) 25 Lyric poem follows sailor home (5) 26 The occasion for you to feast will come (9) 27 Those under them will soon be running (8,6)

DOWN: 1 We write to Middlesex person?

(4,3,2,5) 2 D. Waster might become estate manager (7) 3 Indicative of a lack of will (9) 4 Final appearance of film star Gloria, initially (4,4) 5 Face-saving features of olden times (6) 6 Poetically inferior (5) 7 Free traders had leading parts (7) 8 Not doing much about courting except offering a flower? (4-2-8) 15 Altar base formed with white stone (9) 16 Note, fool with a letter to look at

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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.

The Clue: Minted

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S ENIGMA CODE ORANGE, ENGAGE, ANGORA, GARAGE, RENEGE, GARNER, ENRAGE

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21 One of the less respectable opera girls (6) 23 Before mid-afternoon, prepared, as we promise (5)

SOLUTION TO TUESDAY’S CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Disappearance, 9 Niagara, 10 Art deco, 11 Unite, 12 Sorceress, 13 Adams, 15 Stevenson, 17 Clearways, 18 Reave, 19 Testators, 22 Scene, 23 Statics, 24 Sea legs, 25 By instalments.

DOWN: 2 Inanimate, 3 Abate, 4 Peaks, 5 At the rear, 6 Crepe, 7 Endurance test, 8 Nonsense verse, 10 Air-beds, 14 Striation, 15 Shadows, 16 Stage left, 20 Seamy, 21 Sisal, 22 Shake.

QUICK CROSS 896

ACROSS: 1 6 7 8 9

Beasts of burden (5) Cache (5) Banal (5) Hindu queen (5) More likely (5)

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

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

DOWN: 1 Ad ___ per aspera (5) 2 Belt, thong or leash (5) 3 A very good man (5) 4 Lauder of cosmetics (5) 5 Extreme (5)

HIDATO 896

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.

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

MATHDOKU 896

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.

TUESDAY’S SOLUTION

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TIGER BUD BLAKE

TODAY’S FORECAST

JAGJIT UPPAL

WIZARD OF ID PARKER & HART

B.C. JOHNNY HART

BEAU PEEP THE ADVENTURES OF LEGIONNAIRE BEAU PEEP

FRED BASSET ALEX GRAHAM

PHANTOM LEE FALK

MODESTY BLAISE PETER O’DONNELL

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Libra 10th Paush Krishnapaksha Swati Tula [Libra] R. T. Black and White 7

BIRTHDAY FORECAST: A good time to meet associates especially those who may have shown an interest in your work. You are bound to gain from your efforts. Freelance workers will be flooded with new assignments that could keep them profitably engaged for long. Professionals like doctors, engineers, architects, or those who are in hotel industries etc. may travel abroad on work. Domestic life will be satisfactory.

Your health will be good throughout this year.

BABIES BORN TODAY: Good looking, elegant, soft spoken, healthy and long-lived.

Will have sensitive feet. Independent, at times rigid but will attain all good things of life.

Will be helpful caring to loved ones. A career in an artistic or creative field or diplomatic sphere will lead to gains.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Routine matters are going well for you right now. But, this is not the time to make rash moves though you may be tempted to do so. It is a good day to put in applications for a job or a tender for a new business. You may also get some Facility of advances to help you. An outing this evening will be enjoyable.

There could be some pleasant surprises in the family set-up coming up in the near future.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20): The tendency to take things easy and postpone decisions may not be in your interest. Make most of the opportunities available right now. You could get upset by the lack of interest that your beloved has been showing. You will have to find something else to amuse yourself.

LEO (July 22 - August 21): An increase in work activities will bring in money but take its toll on your health. By taking it easy, you will not lose advantage. It is necessary to maintain cordial relations within the family so that you are able to keep a check on outside influences that harm your personal interests. Trust goes a long way in cementing ties where frequent journeys and distances are unavoidable.

VIRGO (August 22 - September 21): You get pleasant surprise with unexpected gains coming your way. Watch out for people who may want to take advantage of you. Some jealous elements may be bent on creating problems for you at work. Take some preventive action may be by informing those that matter. A casual acquaintanceship seems to get more interesting and intimate. If you are fancy free then this is the beginning of your love life.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20): Your logic, method of work and result oriented approach gets appreciated by those who matter. You will succeed in your objectives. You could have one or two good work options coming; accept the one that does not need any financial investment from you. You will be in the mood to celebrate the evening in the company of your friends and family. A romantic involvement gets stronger.

CANCER (June 21 - July 21): A travel plan will proceed smoothly.

You will accomplish your task successfully and return happy with the way things are moving. Problems and tensions that you may have faced in the past with colleagues will come up and now you will find a solution that will be acceptable to all. The fancy-free encounters an interesting person under strange circumstances. You can look forward to some exciting times ahead.

LIBRA (September 22 - October 22): You will succeed in establishing a perfect rapport with colleagues and associates which helps you to improve your position at work. You could get a large amount of money as an advance payment. Even though financial position is strong, this money will be of great help. In a new relationship, if you are looking for fun then you are playing with fire. It seems you have met your match.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21): You will have a busy and tiring day at work. However, the successful completion of your task will make you happy and amply compensate for your efforts. Those in creative fields will get an offer that is difficult to refuse. See that you do not take on more than you can handle. You may be inclined there is little time for love or romance.

There are far too many things happening in your life right now.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20): You may want to increase the scope of your work now and this will mean a lot of publicity. It is time that those around you sit up and take note of your skills. Offers from abroad are exciting but do not promise everything that you would want from them. Your fears about the future of your relationship with your beloved could create some insecurity. It may have to do with a change of location.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18): A new business offer has the potential to yield substantial monetary gains. You should put in all your efforts in concluding this deal at your earliest. The employed will receive a prestigious assignment that will strengthen their position in their organization. At a social get-together underplay your responses if you want to make an impact on someone you are attracted to soften your stance.

CAPRICORN (December 21 January 19): You have busy day at work. A business meeting has beneficial results. Some news you receive is encouraging and leads to gains.

Some extra cash coming your way will make you very positive about your progress. Changes in plans for a journey are likely and favorable. Some of you are likely to travel in the company of your beloved. The single will meet a charming new person while travelling.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20): Your career will get boost with the offer of prestigious assignment. You will have to be tactful when discussing money with close associates. News of the progress and construction of a new home is likely. There may be some extra expenses that you will be able to manage to arrange quite easily.

You may not find yourself totally in rapport with a new romantic companion.

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15 16 17 19 21 23 24 26 27 29 32 33 34 35 36

Waning (6) Bollywood personality of "Guide" fame (3,5) Windbag (6) Mom's side relative (5) Put the horse before it to do things in right order ? (4) Receptacle filled with explosives kept on land or in water to destroy enemy soldiers (4) __ -eaten : decayed, antiquated (4) J&K district (3) Check the flow of (4) Apple's music player (4) Without sleep (9) Tribe, large family group (4) Mountain on the Gulf of Salonika (4) Where there is a will, there is a ___ ? (3) Reddish-brown gem (4) Experiment rooms in schools, abbr.

(4) Hold the ___ : act as a temporary substitute, in a way ? (4) Drive, urge or incite (5) Buddhist enlightenment (6) India's classical and ancient language (8) Newspaper article naming the writer (6)

DOWN: 1

"Abou ben __" (Leigh Hunt poem) (5) 2 Birdlike (5) 3 Eleven in Paris (4) 4 Mystery writer's award (5) 5 At one's ___ : in peak form ? (4) 6 Approached (6) 9 Organised groups of soldiers, should we say ? (6) 11 Dram (3) 12 Nikola ___ : U.S. electrician and inventor - "Tales" anagram ? (5) 13 Behave agreeably, conduct

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SUDOKU 2362 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.

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

Difficulty Level:

oneself (7) 15 Small and petite, poetically speaking (3) 16 "L" in L.A. the famous city ? (3) 18 Muscle (6) 20 Religious song ? (5) 21 Wily (3) 22 In short, pounds, shillings and pence (3)

23 A small, yellow song bird (6) 25 Honest ___ : Abraham Lincoln, of course ? (3) 28 ___ from : originate from or begin from ? (5) 30 Away (5) 31 Sluggishness (5) 32 Central points (4) 33 ___ facto : by that very fact ? (4)

SOLUTION TO YESTERDAY’S QUICK CROSSWORD ACROSS: 1 Locker, 5 Lam, 8 Rope, 9 Ural, 10 Chandu, 11 Enlighten, 13 Swab, 15 Don, 16 Kullu, 17 Tests, 20 Syd, 22 She, 23 Quash, 24 Poise, 26 Sum, 27 Orca, 28 Affronted, 31 Subway, 32 Bine, 33 Putt, 34 Die, 35 Oyster.

DOWN: 1 Locust, 2 Chanakya, 3 Erde, 4 Roundly, 5 Lenin, 6 Much, 7 Layette, 12 Lou, 14 Buds, 18 Esso, 19 Sherawat, 20 Surfeit, 21 Comes to, 24 Put, 25 Lawyer, 26 Snape, 29 Reed, 30 Duty.

IRREGULAR SUDOKU 2181 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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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION

CRYPTOQUIP

Today’s clue: E equals U

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

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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: 06 average; 07 good; 09 outstanding.

YESTERDAY’S SOLUTION: meow, morrow, mower, rower, sorrow, swim, swore, wire, wise, wiser, wooer, wore, worm, wormier, WORRISOME, worse

Yesterday’s

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Yuki wins but Somdev, Ramkumar bow out of Aus Open qualifiers

MELBOURNE: Yuki Bhambri was the only Indian to cross the first hurdle in the Australian Open qualifiers today while Somdev Devvarman and Ramkumar Ramanathan fell by the way side after featuring in tight matches.

Yuki, ranked 314th, knocked out Russian 15th seed Evgeny Donskoy 4-6 6-1 8-6 in his first round match at Show Court 2.

The 22-year-old now faces Japanese Yoshihito Nishioka, who outplayed Chile's Gonzalo Lama 6-2 6-1.

Nishioka is placed 149 places above Yuki but the Indian will take confidence from the fact that in Donskoy he beat somebody who is ranked as high as 129th.

Somdev, who is going through a very lean patch, lost 4-6 6-3 4-6 to lowerranked American Austin Krajicek.

The 284th-ranked Ramkumar went down fighting to 254th-ranked Nils Langer of Germany 5-7 6-4 4-6 in his opening qualifying round of the first Grand Slam of the season.

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ELBOURNE: Veterans Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova head into the opening Grand Slam of 2015 next week as the form players, but there is a heady mix of youth and experience snapping at their heels.

Evergreen Swiss great Federer, 33, brought up a jaw-dropping 1,000th victory on Sunday by beating Canadian Milos Raonic to win the Brisbane International, laying down the Australian Open gauntlet to arch-rivals Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.

The world number two is now aiming for a 1,007th win, which would give him the title at Melbourne Park. "Yeah, I do believe that," Federer said when asked if he could claim a fifth Australian Open and his 18th Grand Slam.

"Then again, it's just talk. At the end of the day, I've got to do the running, I've got to do the clutch play when it matters the

most."

In contrast to his flying start to 2015, world number one Djokovic's preparations were cut short by giant Croatian Ivo Karlovic in the Qatar Open quarter-finals. It was even worse for Nadal, who suffered a shock defeat in his first match of the season in Doha to German qualifier Michael Berrer as he continues to recover from appendix surgery.

The Spaniard, a 14-time Grand Slam winner, has played few matches since Wimbledon last July but brushed off his shaky start.

"It's a big motivation to be back at my best level as quickly as possible, and that's what I am trying to do," he said. Swiss Stan Wawrinka is the defending men's champion after his breakthrough four-set win over Nadal last year and spearheads a host of challengers, including Britain's Andy Murray and new guard Raonic and Japan's Kei Nishikori.

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ELBOURNE: A new format called Fast4, which some have dubbed disco tennis, was again on display Wednesday with a recovering Rafael Nadal happy to be on the dance floor.

The occasion was the official opening of the newly renovated Margaret Court Arena that will give the Australian Open, which starts on Monday, its third stadium with a retractable roof.

On Wednesday, 7,500 fans crammed into the arena for a benefit night for the Rafa Nadal Foundation, which assists socially disadvantaged youth.

It also showcased the Australian-developed Fast4, which features major rule variations to speed up the action

terrupted him during a serve.

He later took a few "selfies" with his mobile phone. Earlier Wednesday, Nadal had a training session at Melbourne Park, indicating he might be overcoming some recent health and injury issues.

Nadal was sidelined for three months with a right wrist injury after Wimbledon.

He briefly returned in Beijing in late September, advancing to the quarterfinals. He then had appendix surgery in early for players and fans -- no ad- troduced to the crowd through November, which he is still vantage scoring, lets are a haze of dry-ice smoke and recovering from, saying last played, and the first to win loud music, clearly enjoyed week in Qatar that he was far four games wins the set. the new format. from 100 percent.

Nadal's 4-1 first-set win He joked with the spectators "This is the third comeback against an Australian junior on numerous occasions and of my career after injury, so lasted only 17 minutes. The once playfully hit a ball into we will see how it goes," often no-nonsense Nadal, in- the crowd when someone in- Nadal said.

ERRATIC WILLIAMS Sharapova, who has been a fixture on the tennis circuit since 2002, continues to shine with victory over Ana Ivanovic in Brisbane handing her a 34th career title.

She won her only Australian Open in 2008, beating Ivanovic in the final. The Russian's closest rival, world number one Serena Williams, is gunning for a sixth Australian Open title but was unimpressive at the mixed-teams Hopman Cup in Perth this month.

The American, aiming for a 19th Grand Slam crown, spluttered her way through with moments of brilliance interspersed with extended periods of erratic play. "I do feel like I am getting back into the groove, I am not moving as well as I was last year," said the American, who is the defending US Open champion but has not won the Australian Open since 2010.

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Along with a revitalised Ivanovic, world number three Simona Halep of Romania is shaping as a threat after winning the warm-up Shenzhen Open on Saturday, although she pulled out of this week's Sydney International with gastroenteritis.

The dangerous Agnieszka Radwanska is another to watch, having beat Williams in Perth.

China's Li Na won the women's crown last year, battling past surprise package Dominika Cibulkova of Slovakia, but has since retired. There is plenty of incentive to win with the prize money bumped up to a record Aus$40 million (US$32 million), with the singles winners taking home Aus$3.1 million each.

Held in the height of the southern hemisphere summer, weather is always a wildcard in Melbourne with temperatures known to fluctuate up to 20 Celsius from one day to the next.

Last year, extreme heat forced organisers to suspend play for several hours following days of complaints about "inhumane" conditions which left some players fainting and vomiting. At the time Murray warned organisers were risking a tragedy as temperatures hit 42 Celsius (107.6 Fahrenheit), while Canada's Frank Dancevic said he hallucinated a vision of cartoon dog Snoopy before blacking out.

Temperatures for the opening day on Monday are forecast to be a mild 21 Celsius. The impact of the weather will be minimised this year with the installation of a third retractable roof at Melbourne Park. The Rod Laver and Hisense Arenas already had this facility and Margaret Court Arena has now joined them.

Andy Murray is Australian Open sixth seed, Novak Djokovic No 1 the women's event while Britain's Heather Watson will have no protection in Friday's draw.

Former champion Victoria Azarenka, who is ranked 41st in the world after an injuryhit 2014, is also unseeded.

The tournament, the first Grand Slam of the year, begins on Monday.

The seedings mirror the world rankings.

Spain's David Ferrer is the ELBOURNE: Britain's ninth seed in the men's draw Andy Murray, a three- after the withdrawal of US time finalist, will be seeded Open champion Marin Cilic, sixth for the Australian Open, while world number 12 Jowith Serbia's Novak Djokovic Wilfried Tsonga's absence the number one seed. with a forearm strain means Five-time champion Ser- Ernests Gulbis moves up to ena Williams is top seed for 11th seed.

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Bharti trounces former national champ Dongle UMBAI: Unseeded M Abhishek Bharti of Bank of India continued giantkilling run by knocking out former national champion Yogesh Dongle of Jain Irrigation in a thrilling three game encounter 25-10, 10-25, 2518 to enter the final of men singles event in the Late Pradeep Jadhav Memorial 24th Mumbai District Carrom Championship.

In the Inter Office 'A' Division League team championship title was annexed by Air India Sports Club prevailing over Jain Irrigation by 3-0 margin. In the men singles semi final round, Riyaz Akbar Ali of Air India Sports Club knocked out former Asian and state champion Sandeep Deorukhkar of ONGC in a thrilling three game encounter 7-25, 25-10, 25-5 causing major upset.

In the women singles final former SAARC and state champion Ayesha Mohd knocked out inform Maitreyee Gogate of A. K. Foundation in a straight games 25-12, 2511 to annexe the title.

JAISWAL’S TON TAKES VENGSARKAR FOUNDATION TO VICTORY Yashasvi Jaiswal’s unbeaten ton (168 not out) and his opening partnership of 257 runs with Vaishnav Narvekar (89) gave Dilip Vengsarkar Foundation a win against MIG and the berth in the semi final of Capital Santosh Kumar Ghosh U/16 Selection Cricket Tournament held at Vengsarkar Academy ground, Oval maidan. Vengsarkar Foundation who had earlier bowled out their rivals MIG for a meagre 99 runs and scored 109 for no loss on Tuesday continued their innings yesterday.

Overnight batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal who was batting on 75 completed his century and remained not out on 168 runs. He faced 159 balls and sent 23 balls to the fence in his unbeaten innings. His partner Vaishnav Narvekar completed his half century and when he was rushing to the three figure mark he was out on 89. Faizan Rabbani of MIG took his wicket, which also was the only wicket by his side. By that time the damage was done.

BRIEF SCORES: MIG 99 (Darshan Borkar 21, Faizan Rabbani 29; Arjun Tendulkar 4/20, Jehangir Ansari 5/52) lost to Dilip Vengsarkar Foundation – 261/1 in 52 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 168 not out, Vaishnav Narvekar 89).

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UMBAI: Organisers of the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon, to be run on January 18, today said they were confident of avoiding the repeat of last year's hiccup when casual runners came in the way of elite runners in the final stages.

"We do have plans for preventing such an incident this year. There will be barriers and race marshals," said race director Hugh Jones at a media conference here.

Last year, Evans Ruto of Kenya, who would be defending his title coming Sunday, complained that "joggers" came in his way when he was trying to break the course record of 2 hours, 9 minutes and 32 seconds, and eventually missed equalling it by one second.

According to Jones, the problem area in the race route, that commences at Chhatrapati Shivaji (train) Terminus and ends at the same place

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after the runners travel northwestwards towards Bandra Reclamation over the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, was between Marine Drive and Flora Fountain on the back stretch.

"There's a dedicated lane starting 800m from the finish.

The problem area was the stretch between Marine Drive and Fountain past Churchgate (station)," said Jones. Additional commissioner of police (traffic), Quaiser Khalid, who attended the conference, said volunteers with ropes would be stationed on this stretch to prevent casual runners from interfering with the main runners.

"Announcements would also be made over public address system," he added. The organisers are confident that Hugh Jones, Race Director - Mumbai Marathon explains the route map of the road median work on the the marathon during a press conference on Wednesday. The marathon will Marine Drive stretch by Mu- be held on Sunday. nicipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai will not hinder the joint MD of event organisers see that runners follow the runners either.

Procam International. proper route, it was an"I am sure it will be Athletics Federation of India nounced. smooth," said Vivek Singh, has deputed 150 officials to Along with Ruto, Ethiopia's

Dinknesh Mekash is also set to defend her women's title in the USD 3,60,000 prize money event which is in its 12th year.

The 31-year-old Ruto is expected to face tough competition from compatriot Luke Kibet, the 2007 Osaka world marathon champion, and Ethiopian Endeshaw Negesse, who will be the men's title holder's leading challengers this year.

In the women's race, which also offers USD 41,000 to the champion like the men's, Mekash -- who clocked 2:28:08 while clinching the title last January -- is the favourite.

However, she is expected to face severe test of long distance running skills from Gladys Kipsoi of Kenya, who finished second last year, and Marta Megra of Ethiopia.

The men's field includes 13 runners who have clocked 2:12 mark and are capable of dipping under the course mark of 2:09.32 set in 2013 by Ugandan Kiprop.

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UMBAI: Maharashtra went down fighting to Bhavnagar Youngsters from Gujarat 69-73 in a tight and closely fought men’s Group-B league match of the 10th Savio Cup All-India Basketball Tournament held at the Don Bosco High School basketball court, Matunga, on Wednesday. The defeat ended Maharashtra’s run in the tournament.

In an evenly balanced match of fluctuating fortunes, during which the lead changed hands repeatedly, Bhavnagar trailed by six points (46-52) at the end of the third quarter. However,

Bhavnagar produced a strong performance in the fourth quarter, scoring a high 27 points during this period to clinch a thrilling victory, their second in this group and book their berth in the last four round.

Bhavnagar produced a strong performance in the fourth quarter, scoring a high 27 points during this period to clinch a thrilling victory, their second in this group and

book their berth in the last four round.

Bhavnagar Youngsters had earlier defeated Punjab in their opening match.

Maharashtra, who had also beaten Punjab, required a win to qualify for the semis and had their chances, but missed quite a number of easy lay-ups, which proved costly in the end.

Earlier, National champions Chhattisgarh maintained their superb winning momentum to register their second successive victory, scoring an impressive 72-45 win against Punjab in a women’s league match. Once

again Saranjeet Kaur played a key role, chipping in with 18 points to seal Chhattisgarh’s win. Playing a good supporting was Pushpa Kindo who contributed 12 points. For Punjab the top scorer was Kirandeep Kaur with 19 points.

The Chhattisgarh girls, who had defeated Maharashtra 66-64 in a closely fought encounter late on Tuesday evening, are now virtually assured of a place in Sunday’s final. They take on defending champions Southern Railway in the concluding league match. Punjab having lost all their three games are out of the competition.

Meanwhile Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), Chennai outplayed Services 84-41 after enjoying a 49-32 halftime lead in a Group-A league match played under lights late on Tuesdayevening. By virtue of this, their second win IOB, who had earlier defeated Services 71-46, are through to the semi-finals from this group.

Results: Women’s league: Chattisgarh 72 (Saranjeet Kaur 18, Pushpa Kindo 12) beat Punjab 45 (Kirandeep Kaur 19, Simirit 9).

Chattisgarh 66 (Saranjeet Kaur 18, Poonam Chaturvedi13) beat Maharashtra 64 (Manisha Dange 18, Shruti Menon12).

PSPB win men’s and women’s team TT titles

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UDUCHERRY: Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) extended their reign for yet another year as they lifted both the men's and women's team titles at the 76th Table Tennis Senior Nationals at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium. In both the team finals, PSPB men and women beat their West Bengal opponents by identical 3-0 verdicts.

Soumyajit Ghosh was in some sort of a discomfort against a fighting Sougata Sarkar who, however, could only stretch him in every game in the first rubber.

Sarkar, not afraid to attack, replied in the same vein executing his forehands and in-

dulging in rallies. But he was committing mistakes at the net at crucial junctures, thus giving away negative points to his opponents. Sathiyan, who has had a very good domestic season, was slow to start but had positioned himself well after that to account for Sourav Saha. Once Saha was tackled well by Sathiyan, as PSPB led 20, things became rather easy for Harmeet Deasi to put it beyond the reach of West Bengal.

Desai simply toyed with young Surajit Sarkar.

WORLD KABADDI LEAGUE IN TOP-5 SPORTING PROPERTIES NEW DELHI: The Wave World

Kabaddi League attracted an aggregate reach of over 101 million individuals as per TAM India in its first edition, placing it among the top-5 sporting properties in India, both in terms of viewers as well as visibility to sponsoring brands.

The Wave WKL, which was telecast live on Sony Six also garnered 1.5 million views on YouTube with 60 per cent of the views coming in from the diaspora in United States, Canada, UK and as far as Italy.

Additionally an estimated 50 million reach was acquired through international feed in Pakistan, Middle East, Europe, US & Canada.

Vinod Tawde, Minister for School Education and Sports tries his hand with the bat during the inauguration of the Media Cup cricket tournament held at the Police Gymkhana recently. 94 teams are participating in this event.

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OLKATA: A gritty halfcentury from Ian Dev Singh Chauhan followed by some lower-order resistance helped Jammu & Kashmir share day two honours with Bengal in their Ranji Trophy cricket Group A fixture.

In reply to Bengal's tall first innings score of 387 all out, Jammu & Kashmir ended the day at 183/5 as they need 54 more runs to avoid a followon. The visitors had two mini batting collapses on both side of the lunch break but their inform batsman Chauhan once again saved them with a counter-attacking 103-ball 72 (10x4, 2x6) on an Eden Gardens track which has eased out considerably.

Shubham Singh Pundir (34 batting) and Bandeep Singh (27 batting) then remained undefeated in an 55-run sixth wicket partnership to frustrate Bengal.

Ahead by 204, Bengal will have the edge with two more days left as the home team would first look to secure a substantial first innings lead before pressing for an outright

win. The highlight of the day was, however, Wriddhiman Saha's magnificent 166 from 252 deliveries (23x4, 2x6) as the wicketkeeper took Bengal to 387 after a top-order flop show yesterday.

Resuming at 312/7 with Saha unbeaten in the overnight score of 129, Bengal lost Ashok Dinda (25) in the sixth over of the day to bring an end to their 42-run ninthwicket stand.

Watched by former India captain Sourav Ganguly, Saha played his natural game and completed his 150 in 245 balls with a six to Mohammed Mudhasir but he eventually lost his concentration with wickets falling at the other end. It was Jammu & Kashmir skipper Parveez Rasool (3/70) who brought Saha's downfall when the off-spinner's flighted delivery breached the Bengal batsman's forward defence to end the innings five minutes short of six hours.Saha also ensured that Bengal lower order contributed handsomely as the last four added 96 to the team

Maha take slender lead against Raj PUNE: Riding on useful fifties

by Chirag Khurana and Shrikant Mundhe, Maharashtra today managed to eke out a slender but crucial four-runs first-innings lead in their Group B Ranji Trophy cricket match here against Rajasthan.

In reply to Rajasthan's first-innings total of 270 all out, hosts Maharashtra had reached 274 for nine by the end of second day's play at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.

When the stumps were drawn, Khurana was batting on 82 alongside Samad Fallah (2). Starting the day

Jammu & Kashmir cricketer Ian Chauhan in action during Ranji Trophy match aganist Bengal at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. tally. With the ball doing little on the flat pitch, Saha was also brilliant behind the wickets and stumped Obaid Haroon behind his legs to trigger a Jammu & Kashmir slide in the post-lunch session.

Chauhan, who scored 93 (vs

Karnataka) and 103 (Uttar Pradesh) in previous two matches, rescued the J & K innings as he stitched two useful partnerships of 44 and 40 with Obaid Haroon and Pundir respectively. On a surface that offered little turn, it was left-

Kohli must have say in new coach selection: Jones They need to come out of the mess their Test team is in, and a new aggressive captain with a new coach should help achieve that. And they have a lot of time on their hands, to pick a proper coach after the World Cup and the IPL.

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ELBOURNE: Former Australia batsman Dean Jones believes Test skipper Virat Kohli must have a say in the selection of the new India coach which will be decided after the cricket World Cup starting next month.

Incumbent India coach Duncan Fletcher's contract with the BCCI expires after the World Cup that will conclude on March 29 and a couple of names are already doing the rounds as who could be the possible replacements. In an exclusive chat with PTI, team director Ravi Shastri had hinted that he will be willing to take a permanent role with the team post the World Cup.

DEAN JONES

Mike Hussey's name was also mooted as a rumour, but the cricketer has ruled himself out of the running for the time being.

"Virat Kohli is the Test skipper now and he will be the ODI and T20 captain in the time to come. So he must

have someone he is comfortable with and together they must work for the betterment of Indian cricket," said Jones.

"They need to come out of the mess their Test team is in, and a new aggressive captain with a new coach should help achieve that. And they have a lot of time on their hands, to pick a proper coach after the World Cup and the IPL. There is a good 3-4 months to settle down on some good choices."

India have slipped to number seven in the latest ICC Test rankings, just above West Indies, Bangladesh and Zimbabwe. While that is an embarrassing position to be in, it cannot be rectified until later in the year as India's next Test assignment is a bit unknown.

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EW DELHI: Munaf Patel is reliving the moments that culminated in India's 2011 World Cup triumph but while doing so he also fears that the lack of a bowling spearhead like Zaheer Khan and an inexperienced attack might dent the team's chances of defending the title Down Under.

Patel, a two-time World Cupper, says the current fast bowlers are not bowling well in partnerships and that is what is hurting the team most."It is quite clear that this team is not balanced as last time around. Sreesanth and I had the support of Zaheer Khan, someone who

has played close to 100 Tests.

And when he talks to you in between overs amid pressure situations, it makes a huge difference," said a jovial Patel, who nowadays is pretty content playing the Ranji Trophy for Baroda.

He is quick to add: "Harbhajan was around too. So all the guys were experienced and it made a huge difference.

This time there is nothing like that but I still hope the team does well and retains the cup.

Overall, there are not many experienced players around and the side is playing away."

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"There was no partnership between our bowlers in the Test series and that is what hurt us most. The way partnerships are important in batting, the same way it is in bowling. The pressure created at one end was released by loose balls from the other.

"That is where you need someone like Zaheer, who will talk to you in between balls.

Having said that, situation in ODIs is not as bad as Tests. So hopefully the boys will do the of which hurt India badly in job," said the 31-year-old the recently concluded Test from Ikhar, Gujarat. series in Australia.

Patel slipped out of the seThe crux of the bowing at- lectors' radar soon after the tack remains the same for the World Cup, his last national upcoming tri-series and the appearance being the ODI World Cup beginning Febru- against England in September ary 14.

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arm orthodox spinner Banerjee who looked the most effective as he bowled a tight line en route to his 2/51.

But it turned out to be a frustrating day for the Bengal bowlers who struggled to break the partnership of

on 249/7, Rajasthan lost centurion Puneet Yadav (127) after he added 14 runs to their overnight score. The visitors could not do much after Yadav's dismissal and were bowled out in 98.1 overs. Samad Fallah was the best bowler for Maharashtra, returning impressive figures of 4/49, and he was supported by Anupam Sanklecha (2/58).

In reply, Maharashtra's top-order batsmen got the starts but could not make it big. Rohit Motwani got out after making a sedate 89ball 43 with the help of seven fours.

Pundir and Singh.

Brief Scores: Bengal: 387 all out in 108.5 overs (Wriddhiman Saha 166, Laxmi Ratan Shukla 72; Ram Dayal 4/115, Parvez Rasool 3/70) vsl Jammu & Kashmir: 183/5 in 69 overs (Ian Dev Singh Chauhan 72).

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EW DELHI: Former ICC president and current Cricket South Africa (CSA) CEO, Haroon Lorgat says he is still not aware why the BCCI is upset with him but hopes his strained relation with the Indian board would heal with time.

Lorgat and the BCCI had difference of opinion on a few key issues during his tenure as the ICC chief from 2008 to 2012. Some issues which they disagreed included the Decision Review System (DRS) and the Lord Woolf Commission, which was initiated by Lorgat.

Things got more bitter when the BCCI expressed its opposition to the appointment of Lorgat as CSA's CEO after left the post of president in International Cricket Council. With CSA eventually appointing Lorgat as its CEO in July 2013, there were speculations that India's proposed tour to South Africa in December that year might be called off.

BCCI later agreed to a shortened tour only after the CSA agreed to bar Lorgat from dealing with matters related to India and from attending ICC Executive Meetings as CSA representative.

Lorgat was also in the middle of an ICC inquiry, which eventually cleared him last year of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation charges levelled against the BCCI by David Becker, who was the ICC legal adviser throughout Lorgat's tenure as CEO of the world body.

However, Lorgat said he is

still in dark about BCCI's reservations against him. "I clearly don't understand what the issues are. I think that is more relevant to be ascertained from the BCCI. Nobody could tell (what the issue are). Not even my president is aware of what the issue is, what the wrongdoing is. So we are all in the dark as far as that is concerned," he told ESPNcricinfo.

"The tour went on, and there have been attempts to get together. But I can't tell you what the issue is that upsets them about myself," Lorgat added.

Lorgat had made a press statement that he will work on bettering the relations with the BCCI. Asked how he intended to go about it, he said: "Well, we must wait.

Time can heal things. I have even offered to apologise if I am told what I'd done wrong.

If I think it's wrong, I must apologise, that'd be the right thing to do. But until I am told, there is nothing I can do."

In February last year, when the Big three – India, England and Australia -- proposed to revamp the ICC, CSA along with Pakistan and Sri Lanka were against it, but later CSA president Chris Nenzani voted in favour of the proposal after a chat with BCCI president N Srinivasan.

Talking about the issue, Lorgat said: "There were several changes to the initial proposal. If you study the proposal that was initially floated and what was subsequently accepted, it was very different.”

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West Ham United's goalkeeper Adrian celebrates after scoring the winning penalty in a shoot out against Everton during their FA Cup third round replay soccer match at Upton Park in London.

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OLKATA: Going through an acute financial crunch, Mohun Bagan were dealt another blow when the sacked technical director Subhas Bhowmick threatened to move court alleging payment irregularities.

Claiming that Mohun Bagan still owe Rs 5.79 lakh to him, Bhowmick said: "It's my hard earned money and they cannot deny me my dues which the club claim is only Rs 3.87 lakh. I have spoken to my lawyer and have decided to take legal action.

"In any event if the club fails to pay my dues, the club would be wound up in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act," he said.

Mohun Bagan had sacked Bhowmick on December 4, citing reasons that the veteran failed to comply to AFC 'A' licence coaching degree, a must as per the AIFF guidelines. Challenging his termi-

It's full of contradictions. The club very well knew that I did not possess the licence while appointing me for an agreement amount of Rs 50 lakh. There's nothing to hide here.

Mitra said they had followed the AIFF guidelines. In the wake of the financial scam in the State, Mohun Bagan are facing the biggest crisis in their 125-year history as funding has dried up, and players have not got their salaries.

The club's principal sponsor, United Spirits Limited, SUBHAS BHOWMICK which has now been taken over by Diageo Plc from the nation, Bhowmick said: "It's UB Group, is understood to full of contradictions. The have pulled the plug on its club very well knew that I did sponsorship deal. not possess the licence while "Yes there've been probappointing me for an agree- lems but we are trying our ment amount of Rs 50 lakh. best to come out of it. I've There's nothing to hide here." met the players and their Mohun Bagan, however, salaries would be cleared have assured to "clear the very soon," said Mitra. In dues". "We have asked our ac- pursuit of an elusive silvercounts department to look ware for five seasons, Mohun into it and we will clear the Bagan will begin their Idues on basis of that as early League season against Mumas possible," Mohun Bagan bai FC at the Vivekananda general secretary Anjan Mitra Yuva Bharati Krirangan here said. On sacking Bhowmick, on Sunday.

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UCKNOW: Continuing with their rigorous training for the upcoming Hero Hockey India League, starting on January 22, Uttar Pradesh Wizards goalkeeper P R Sreejesh today said that his team is confident of putting up a "terrific show" this season.

Under the guidance of the goalkeeping coach David Staniforth, who joined the team yesterday, the Wizards are brushing up their proficiency, focussing closely on skill development and team work.

Speaking on the sidelines of Sreejesh Parattu Raveendran - Goalkeeper, Uttar Pradesh Wizards during their second practice session, a practice seesion in Lucknow.

Sreejesh said, "After having a very successful first practice guidance of the goalkeeping put up a terrific show this seasession, the second session coach, Mr. David Staniforth son." was even more rewarding. who joined us yesterday.

The Uttar Pradesh Wizards The team looks much more in "We are keeping in mind will open their season at place and focussed for the up- the past lessons and looking home ground against Delhi coming league under the like a strong bunch, certain Waveriders on January 23.

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ONDON: In one of the most memorable moments in an absorbing match,West Ham United goalkeeper Adrian dramatically ripped off his gloves before scoring West Ham United's winning penalty in their FA Cup tie against Everton.

The Spanish keeper had the fate of the third round replay in his hands before scoring against compatriot Joel Robles to give West Ham a 98 penalty shootout victory after a superb end-to-end thriller ended 2-2 after extra time on Tuesday.

Robles had failed to beat Adrian when he struck the bar with the preceding penalty, leaving the scores level at 8-8 before the West Ham keeper slotted home the 20th penalty of the night.

The Spaniard was so confident he was going to score, he took his gloves off as he prepared for his kick.

"I didn't have any nerves," he told reporters. "I thought 'I'll take off my gloves, this game is over' and I struck the ball. "It was an unbelievable game and I feel really happy.

Joel made some unbelievable saves for Everton but we played well and deserved it in the end. "I took my gloves off so quickly as I worried that the referee might blow his whistle and book me for time-wasting. I have celebrated my saves before, but never scoring a goal. It was my first goal in my career and it's an amazing day."

West Ham next play at League One (third tier) Bristol City in the fourth round after coming through what could be one of the last FA Cup matches played at the Boleyn Ground ahead of their move to the Olympic Stadium at the end of next season. In an exhilarating match worthy of any swan song,

West Ham went ahead when Enner Valencia beat Robles with an angled shot after 51 minutes.

Everton then had Aiden McGeady sent off for a second yellow card four minutes later but the 10 men equalised when Kevin Mirallas struck with a stunning free-kick after 82 minutes.

Romelu Lukaku put Everton 2-1 ahead in the seventh minute of extra time, before substitute Carlton Cole equalised with his first touch in the 113th minute.

The momentum then swung in West Ham's favour in the shootout when Steven Naismith missed Everton's second penalty but with the scores at 4-4, Robles saved Stewart Downing's potential match-winning spot kick.

The next four penalties were converted before Robles cracked his effort against the bar, allowing Adrian to score.